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The sudden shift in the atmosphere caused the entire meeting room to fense up in an instant..
Thirty members of the Dark Night Alliance appeared at of nowhere, swiftly forming a protective circle,
Galen and Ernst exchanged a glance before turning to examine the young man who was slowly walking toward them.
To their surprise, among the group trailing behind him were Felix and Luella!
For a moment, both Galen and Ernst were stunned.
They had spent the entire afternoon in this villa, imaging various scenarios for the fall of the Aldridges.
But they never expected to see them here!
Could it be that Gottlieb, in an effort to give Ernst a live opportunity for revenge, had deliberately brought Felix and the others here alive?
Mateo, in a black robe, and a young man dressed in black quickly approached Galen.
“Chief Guardian Galen, this is the combat master hired by the Aldridges. He’s the one who killed my son!” Mateo exclaimed.
Another man in black robes cried out in shock, “Master, this is Robin, my sworn enemy from the Brookhaven Martial Alliance!”
With that, he pleaded, “Please, Master, let me personally eliminate this murderer who destroyed my entire family!”
Galen coldly appraised Robin, ignoring Mateo and Sam.
He looked around, searching for members of the Caffereys or the Spartine Warriors.
But aside from Kolton and the Aldridges‘ guards, there was no one else!
A sudden, ominous feeling hit him like a ton of bricks.
What was going on here?
The Dark Night Alliance had teamed up with the Caffereys and the Spartine Warriors.
The assassination plan had been meticulously designed over three months, nearly perfect!
There should have been no room for error.
Ernst, too, felt a wave of confusion.
For the first time in 50 years, he was standing face to face with Felix, the object of his vengeance.
A complex feeling welled up inside him.
His original plan had been to meet Felix in his final moments, after Gottlieb and Leandro had taken their
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This script was all wrong,
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“Who are you? How dare you intrude on my house?” Galen’s voice was icy as he pointed that question at Robin.
Robin chuckled darkly, “The one who’s here to kill you
As his words rang out, dozens of Dark Web Assassins appeared, swiftly getting rid of the members of the Dark Night Alliance inside and outside the villa.
Galen was shocked.
He recognized their identity through the way they moved.
Could it be that the Aldridges were working with the Dark Web?
“You’re from the Dark Web?” Galen demanded, his voice cold.
“We’ve always kept to our own business. Are you trying to make enemies with the Dark Night Alliance?”
“What if we are?” Robin took a disinfectant wipe from the blue–clad guards, casually wiping his hands.
Galen froze in shock, his eyes widening as he watched Robin’s calm hand–wiping motion.
There was a legend about a terrifying figure, a person who always wiped his hands both before and after a
kill.
This individual had once said it was because he held life in reverence.
He didn’t kill for the sake of ending lives but to rid the world of evil.
That figure, feared even by the gods, was known as Divine Drakebane!
“Y–you are…” Galen instinctively stepped back.
“That’s right!” Robin smiled coldly, slamming his hand on Galen’s shoulder.
A loud crack echoed through the room.
Galen’s right shoulder collapsed instantly. His massive frame hit the ground with a loud thud.
Both of his kneecaps shattered under the impact.
The room fell eerily silent.
Ernst watched in stunned disbelief, his eyes blank.
The dying sunlight streamed through, piercing his weary, unwilling eyes, still clinging to the last traces of stubbornness.
“W–why are you doing this to me?” Galen gasped, looking up in terror at the towering figure of Divine Drakebane.
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He never imagined he would one day face this monster as an enemy.
Robin flashed a dazzling grin. “Because it bothers me. A simple as that!”
A loud bang rang out.
The heavy combat boot slammed down, crushing Galen’s skull in a brutal, merciless blow.
Even in death, Galen never understood why this living legend had chosen to kill him.
Mateo and Sam stood frozen, dumbstruck.
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Galen was one of the top ten guardians of the Dark Night Alliance. His combat prowess had ranked in the top 30 of the World of Darkness.
Yet before Robin, he was utterly powerless.
“Come here. Let’s settle the score!” Robin beckoned Mateo with a wave of his hand.
Mateo, now dry–mouthed and fearful, stammered, “D–do you know who you just killed? He was one of the top ten guardians of the Dark Night Alliance!”
“Really?” Robin wiped blood off his combat boots and said indifferently, “Well, that’s just perfect. I want to kill Dark Night Alliance members.”
“I don’t have time to waste with you. I’m going to kill you and move on to the next!” Mateo sneered.
In an instant, Mateo raised his hand high, sending a thick cloud of black smoke crashing toward Robin.
Inside the smoke, Robin’s hand struck Mateo’s face with a violent slap.
Slap! The sound echoed loudly.
When the smoke cleared, all that remained was Mateo’s headless corpse, blood pouring from the neck in a foul, putrid stream.
“How disgusting!” Robin muttered as he accepted a thick bundle of wipes from the blue–clad guards. He cleansed his hands, wiping the blood until it vanished.
After using the final wipe, he slowly opened his eyes.
“Sam? This is interesting! Your grandfather had already been secretly working with the Dark Night Alliance, and at the end of his life, he pushed you to the edge of the cliff.
“Ronald spent a lifetime scheming to make the Brookhaven Martial Alliance the greatest faction in Draconia, only to end up with a ruined family.
“He was just a delusional fool, unable to understand that small intelligence, enormous schemes, and weak virtue always lead to disaster. His end was inevitable!”
“Robin, I won’t let you insult my grandfather!” Sam cried out, pulling off his black hood
In an instant, his eyes turned red, his face filled with dark mist as he swung his hand to strike at Robin.
Robin sneered coldly “Did you learn this pathetic move from the Chief Guardian of the Dark Night
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Sam’s body, leaping in mid–air, crashed to the ground with a sickening thud.
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“W–what did you do to me? Let me go! I’ll kill you!” Sn howled, struggling, but he couldn’t get up from the ground.
The blood–red sunset grew even more intense.
It bathed the place in an expanding, empty stillness.
Sam’s screams grew softer and softer, and in the end, there was only a desolate dust cloud in his eyes.
Through the blood–red twilight, Sam gazed up at Robin’s figure.
Standing tall and powerful, like an unscalable mountain, his presence became an eternal symbol of despair.
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The Dark Night Alliance killed 37 members both inside and outside the reception hall in less than ten
minutes.
One of the Dark Night Alliance’s top ten guardians, Galen, known for his incredible strength, didn’t even get a chance to fight before Robin shattered him with a single kick.
Mateo’s death was so brutal, it was almost unbearable to look at.
Ernst stood motionless throughout it all, watching the gruesome scene unfold without a single change in expression.
Only when the banquet hall was filled with rows of silent, lifeless bodies did he finally let out a deep sigh.
He glanced past Robin and met the eyes of Felix, standing across from him.
“Felix, we ameet again,” Ernst said, his voice tinged with bitter edge.
“This long–standing confrontation, spanning half a century, has finally come to an end. And, as it turns out, you were the victor.
“For 50 years, I’ve bided my time, endured humiliation sacrificed my dignity, and joined forces with the Dark Night Alliance and many other factions, pleading for their help in fulfilling my revenge.
“My devotion moved them, and they granted my request.
“But who could have predicted that I would wait 50 years for this?
“During this long span, it was my hatred for you that kept me going, step by step, toward this moment. Yet in the end, I still fell before you.”
Ernst gave a self–mocking smile.
He slowly turned away to look out the window, where the sun was sinking toward the sea.
The furious sea wind whipped up bloodthirsty waves, swallowing the last traces of the fading sunset.
The reception hall’s lights automatically flickered on, casting a harsh glow on his tall, emaciated figure, making him appear even older and more pitiful.
“Fifty years ago, the glory of the Cesars, which I built with my own hands, faded the moment Allie left me.
“Felix, you destroyed me, and you destroyed Allie’s life! You are my nemesis in this lifetime!
“I’ve hated you for 50 years. I’ve dreamt of destroying every single life of the Aldridges.
“I wanted nothing more than to see you die in front of me, watching in despair after all my plans came to fruition.
“But… I never saw that day.
“God has forsaken me! Fate has been unfair to me! I cannot accept it! Hahaha!”
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Felix watched him, his face hardened with the same signs of age. He shook his head sadly, struggling to find words.
Krist pointed toward the darkening sky outside, his eyes filled with longing.
“All my life, I once hoped to use my intelligence to create the glory I craved, to build a fortune that would allow my Allie, my brothers who fought through life and death along my side, and my children to share in the empire I had crafted with my own hands.
“I wanted them to experience the joy I could give them nder this beautiful sky,
“B–but, Felix, you and Allie shattered all my dreams! You betrayed me!
“My closest lover, my best friend, betrayed me behind hy back with actions that defied all reason!
“Only later did I realize how foolish I had been.
“It wasn’t until Allie told me the truth that I woke from the nightmare. I had been kept in the dark all along!
“That hypocritical god, in the end, favored you and betrayed me!
“This world is so full of confusion and injustice! I’ve been completely deceived by God!”
Felix’s lips twitched as if he wanted to speak, but nothing came out.
His aging eyes, filled with sorrow and regret, were locked on Ernst.
Ernst laughed again, but it was a laugh full of despair.
In the same instant, his gaze darkened, filled with sharp intense hatred.
kill my
my enemies.
“More than anyone else, I worked hard, yet here I am, with nothing to show for it.
“I had no choice but to hide behind the Dark Night Alliance, plotting, step by step, to kill
“Felix, you know this wasn’t the life I envisioned for myself!
“I could have walked down the aisle with Allie, enjoying the wealth we built together.
“B–but even now, I don’t understand why she betrayed me.
“Felix, you were my best friend. You were my closest brother! I never understood how you could do something so immoral.
“Felix, I hate you. And I hate Allie even more!”
Before Ernst could say more, a voice cut through his words. Luella stepped forward, pointing an angry finger at him. “Did my grandmother ever marry you? Did you think she owed you something? She didn’t have to marry you! What makes you think you had the right to arrange her life?
“Ernst, you are a selfish monster!
“You blame others for your failed desires, yet you never stop to think–why did my grandmother leave you despite being by vour side for so long and choose to follow my grandfather?
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Your spent your entire life. After 50 years, you still failing to understand this. You’ve wasted your entire
Tife!
“Do you even realize how many lives your obsession and selfish revenge have destroyed?
“You are a sinner!
“Your narrow–mindedness and twisted psychology led to the situation you find yourself in now, and you expect others to take the blame? Dream on!”
Ernst stood frozen, stunned by her words.
He looked at Luella with disbelief, recognizing a familiar fire in her eyes. “You are Allie’s granddaughter?”
Luella gave him a cold, mocking smile. “Yes. Allic is my grandmother. And I despise you.”
Ernst didn’t respond to her words, but a smile crept onto his face, filled with warmth and nostalgia.
“Your name is Luella. Your personality… it’s just like Allie’s back then. She was just like you–never hiding her anger, always so open and sincere, like the brightness of spring.
“Being with her was the happiest I’d ever been. Every moment with her felt like pure joy.
“B–but then Felix came and shattered all that happiness
His warm gaze quickly turned to bitter hatred.
“Hmph!” Luella scoffed.
“Seeing you like this, I can understand why my grandmother never liked you.
“You were always so focused on enjoying the happiness others gave you. Did you ever think about what they might have gained from being by your side?
“No woman would ever love a selfish man like you.
“Even if I had lived in that time, I would have told my grandmother never to be with someone so self- centered like you.
“Nobody is born to live for someone else. No one has the right to demand another’s sacrifice.
“You don’t even understand what love is. What right do you have to suffer? What rights do you have to
hate?
“You spent 50 years of your life consumed by hatred, wasting your remaining years!
“Because of your fake suicide, my grandmother was guilt–ridden for years, and my grandfather was consumed by regret. You are a cruel, heartless man.
“You’ve placed all your selfish desires and flaws onto those closest to you and never once looked inward.
“You still don’t even understand how you lost everything you built, and now you seek revenge on my family? You are the most foolish man alive!
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“Do you realize how much suffering your obsession has caused?
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“My grandmother died of depression. My father, my uncle, and my mother… one by one, they perished because of your revenge plan. You are the real monster here.
“If Mr. Ramsey hadn’t stepped in, iny grandfather, my family, and I would all be dead by now,
“You planned everything, including pulling your own sen and grandson into your vengeful schemes. You are a demon of pure selfishness!
“You want others to pay for your hatred and suffering, but someone like you should never have existed!
“If life could start over, I believe my grandmother would still never choose you.”
Ernst froze, his mind reeling. “Luella, what did you say
“Are you sure the loss of your family fortune wasn’t due to your grandfather targeting me?”
Luella sneered coldly. “Hmph! You still don’t get it? What the hell would you seek revenge for if you don’t get this?
“Everything you’ve hated was just your own delusion!
“Let me tell you this! You should repent on your way to hell! The Dark Night Alliance did all of this!
“You think they saved you and helped you? But they are your real enemies!”
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Ernst stared in shock at Luella, then turned to look at Flix.
His brow furrowed, his face full of confusion.
After a moment of deep thought, he suddenly burst into laughter.
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“Luella, you’re just like Allie was back then! She was as ever as you, even a little sly and sharp–tongued
too.
“You’re deceiving me, trying to make me die with endless regret.
“On this point, you’re not as kind as Allie.”
Luella smiled bitterly, no longer willing to explain herself to this stubborn, suspicious old man.
Ernst sighed deeply, shaking his head in contempt.
“Felix, is this your idea? Did you have your granddaughter say this to me?
“You old fool, do you think I have lived over seventy years for nothing?
“Do you really expect me to believe that the fall of the Cesars was caused by the Dark Night Alliance and not by your family over a few words?
“Ridiculous!
“Luella, you’re still too young! What you’re saying might fool others, but it won’t fool me. Your grandfather knows exactly what kind of man I am.
“This trick is too childish!”
Luella sneered coldly. “My grandfather isn’t as worldly or cunning as you.
“He’s loyal, honorable, and always dealt honestly with people.
“If not, the Aldridges wouldn’t have become the great family they are today, a force to be reckoned with!
“This is the reason he achieved all this success.
“But you don’t have any of that. All you have is deceit!
“You think that only through trickery, manipulation, and even underhanded means can you achieve your grand ambitions?
“You’re completely!
“In this world, those who achieve greatness all have hearts that are sincere, honest, and kind!
“Those who rely on lies, act piously while speaking nonsense, wear one face publicly and another in secret, and who use dark methods, will never achieve anything great. In the end, they’ll be buried by the pits they dug for themselves.”
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“Ernst, over the years, my family has gathered information on how the Dark Night Alliance gradually devoured the wealth of the Cesars.
“Take your time and read it. Once you do, you’ll see just how foolish you’ve been.
“I’ll say it again: the Dark Night Alliance is the true culprit who ruined your life and left you with nothing.
“Ernst, you really are pathetic.”
Kolton handed Ernst a USB drive.
“Mr. Ernst, this is the information Mr. Aldridge spent decades gathering. Take a look.
“I shouldn’t be saying this, but if you hadn’t spread that rumor years ago that you were dead, Felix would’ve found you and given you this. You would have seen who truly betrayed you.
“Felix has suffered for decades, losing a brother like you. Please, take a favorable look.”
Kolton nodded sympathetically at Ernst and turned to return to Felix.
Ernst stood frozen for a moment, trembling as he plugged the USB drive into the player.
On the screen appeared the undeniable evidence of how the Dark Night Alliance had consumed the Cesars‘ wealth.
Back then, the Dark Night Alliance had urgently needed massive wealth to grow their power, so they set their sights on the wealthiest families.
Ernst and a noble family from Ugonland had become their prey.
Felix watched the video and then glanced at Ernst’s aged figure, shaking his head sadly.
“Ernst, I’m leaving. I hope you get better with time. If one day you no longer harbor hatred, I’ll be waiting for you to join me in sharing the Aldridges‘ wealth.
“Back then, we had nothing. But together, we created something great.
“We could have enjoyed a prosperous life together, but manipulation led us to turn against one another. It’s so sad.
“Unfortunately, it’s too late to know all this.
“Now, we’re both nearing the end of our lives. Knowing the truth feels almost meaningless now.
“I’m leaving. The doors of the Aldridges are always open to you.
“I just want you to know that I’ve always considered you a brother.
“Allie, before she passed, repeatedly told me that if your descendants ever needed anything, I should help them unconditionally. These were her exact words.
“Sigh! A tragedy that shouldn’t have happened, causing us to live most of our lives in hatred and
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Ernst didn’t turn around. He just stared blankly at the sreen, which continued to replay the painful truths of the past.
“Mr. Ramsey, let’s go,” Felix said, shaking his head, bowing to Robin.
Robin nodded and turned to leave through the door.
As they reached the entrance, Robin suddenly stopped and looked back at Sam, who was still trembling on the floor.
He pointed at the blue–clad guards. “Let him go.”
Then, he turned and left.
Sam shakily stood up, looking at Robin’s distant back with eyes filled with endless hatred.
“Robin, you killed my entire family. I swear, I’ll take you down with me!” He picked up a dagger from the ground and charged out the door, lunging at Robin.
Robin shook his head and sighed.
The blue–clad guards moved swiftly.
The knife slashed open Sam’s throat in an instant.
A burst of blood shot up into the air as Sam’s body crashed to the ground.
Robin and Felix had just reached the bottom of the villa’s stairs when a chilling laugh echoed from behind. “Felix! Hahaha!”
Felix stopped, turning to look at the large window on the second floor of the villa.
Ernst, disheveled, his face wet with tears, was holding a gun, pointing it at Felix.
“Felix, do you know what I’m thinking right now?”
Kolton immediately signaled to the guards to point their guns at Ernst.
Felix shook his head and said, “Ernst, if you think killing me will make you happy, I accept.
“Kolton, tell all the guards to lower their guns. No matter what Ernst has done to me, you don’t need to
avenge me.
“Remember, after I’m gone, help Luella continue the family business.
“If Ernst needs it, he can take half of the family wealth!
“Mr. Felix!” Kolton still kept his gun aimed at Ernst.
Felix sternly ordered, “Kolton, didn’t you hear me? Put your gun down!”
“Yes! Mr. Aldridge.” Kolton reluctantly lowered his gun and stepped back.
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Ernst smiled faintly. “Felix, I remember 50 years ago, you and I were as close as brothers. Back then, you were just like now–everything I said, you followed.
“To be honest, back then I thought you were foolish, bu I trusted you completely!
“If time could turn back, I would still choose to be your brother.
“Unfortunately, that’s not possible. As time went on, our paths grew further apart, and we became enemies.
“But to have known you in this life, that’s my fortune.
“I’ll always remember those days when you, me, and Allie had nothing but each other.
“Only today do I realize–this d*mn money isn’t worth a thing!
“We couldn’t take it away in death, but it turned brothers and lovers against each other.
“It blinded me.
“In the end, the wealth I chased my whole life turned out to be the thing that brought me harm.
“If I had known, I would have rather stayed with Allie and you in our poor little village.
“Haha! Enough said. It’s meaningless po
Ernst clicked off the safety on his gun and aimed it at Felix.
“Felix, let me ask you–if there’s another life, would you still choose to be my brother?”
Felix nodded and said, “I’ve always considered you my brother.
“But there is no such thing as a second life. This life, one journey is enough.
“People come and go in this world, but it all means nothing.
“Ernst, shoot. At my age, it doesn’t matter anymore.”
Ernst chuckled as he pulled the trigger. “Brother! Hahaha.”
A gunshot rang out, piercing the long night sky.
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Larella stood there, watching the scene unfold before her, shaking her head bitterly.
The plaza in front of the villa was eerily quiet.
Felix walked over to Ernst’s lifeless body, tears streaming down his face.
After a long while, he noticed that Ernst’s other hand was still clutching a pocket over his chest.
Felix carefully pried the hand away.
Inside the pocket was a photograph of Allie, taken 50 years ago.
Staring at Allie’s youthful beauty in the photo, Felix sighed heavily, a bitter ache in his heart.
He gently returned the faded photograph to the pocket pressing it close to Ernst’s chest.
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“Kolton, when we return, let’s bring Ernst and his children back to Autreynia,” Felix said quietly. “We’ll bury them next to Allie.”
“Yes, boss!” Kolton immediately gave orders for Ernst’s body to be placed in the car.
Felix wiped the tears from his eyes and bowed slightly to Robin. “Mr. Ramsey, I apologize for the scene.”
Robin nodded impassively. “It’s part of life. There’s nothing to laugh at or be upset about. We choose our joys and sorrows, and once they pass, they’re gone. Let it go, and let’s move on.”
Felix watched Robin’s back for a moment, then suddenly had an epiphany.
Yes, everything would pass.
The pain they were experiencing now, like everything before it, would soon fade away.
“Mr. Ramsey, how about I invite you to dinner at my estate tonight?” Felix asked.
Robin waved his hand dismissively. “You should get some rest too. Don’t bother with formalities for my sake. Just take me back to the hotel. I need to wash off this blood, and we can discuss things tomorrow.“.
“Understood, Mr. Ramsey.” Felix and Luella escorted Robin to the private luxury car and drove him to the Duskhaven Grand Hotel.
On the way, Felix received a call from Cuthbert Avington, Head of Market Regulation on Qacalisle Island.
“Mr. Felix, as per your request, I’ve prepared a comprehensive plan for the development and management of the island. When would it be convenient for you tonight? I’d like to visit you at your estate.”
Felix thought for a moment and said, “Mr. Avington, I’d rather not meet anyone tonight. Let’s arrange for tomorrow We can discuss the redevelopment then.
“The Cattells have ‘caused nothing but chaos on the island these past few years; it’s time for a cleanup. Please send the plan to Luella, so she can review it.
“If possible, I’m considering entrusting the management of the island to you; I hope you won’t let me
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Cuthbert exclaimed excitedly, “Mr. Felix, you can count on the. If you hand it over to me, I’ll make it the most beautiful island in the world!
There will be no more of the chaos from the Mateo ef. I will bring peace to the island.”
“You don’t need to make empty promises,” Felix interrupted, shaking his head.
“I’ll have an oversight committee, and there will be regular annual audits of the island’s operations.
“Previous mismanagement allowed the island to become a hideout for the World of Darkness and certain obscure sects.”
Cuthbert assured him.
“Mr. Felix, my family has been a prominent family on the Island for many years. We know the island well, and we’re capable of managing it.
“Tomorrow, I’ve prepared a grand welcome dinner at our family estate for you and Ms. Luella. I will be honored to listen to your guidance in person,” Cuthbert continued.
“I’ve also invited Cyril Higgins, the special envoy of the Thalrex Order, along with various foreign diplomatic attaches who are attending the conference to join us.
“If it’s not inconvenient for you, I would be happy to pick you up personally at the estate tomorrow afternoon.“.
Felix didn’t refuse, replying immediately, “Alright. We’ll discuss your plan for Qacalisle Island’s future development at the dinner.”
“Thank you, Mr. Felix!” Cuthbert replied eagerly.
“By the way, I’ve heard from Cyril that you’re hosting a distinguished friend who is also representing one of the participating countries. If you don’t mind, I’d like to invite this guest as well. Would that be alright?”
Felix looked over at Robin and replied directly, “Of course, but I need to check with him first.
“If he agrees, I’ll be sure to accompany him. I can’t give you a definitive answer yet.”
The call ended.
Felix turned to Robin and asked, “Mr. Ramsey, I’d like to invite you to a dinner by tomorrow afternoon.
“Cuthbert Avington is the Director of the Market Regulation Department on Qacalisle Island. He is hosting a welcome banquet at his estate.
“He has invited the attending foreign diplomatic attaches and the special envoy of the organizing committee.
“He learned from Cyril that you’ll be attending, and he wants to extend the invitation to you.”
“Mr. Ramsey, you should join if you have the time. It would be a wonderful opportunity to relax. Also, please help me assess whether Cuthbert is someone we can rely on.
“He has done well in managing the market order on the island. The streets are much cleaner now, and the chaos has reduced significantly.
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“Although he was appointed during the Mateo era, according to his reports, he is not like Mateo.
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“Cuthbert is from a local family with deep roots in the region. If he can manage the island well, it would be ideal.”
Robin had initially planned to refuse but decided he wanted to learn more about his father’s past.
“Alright. The competition will take a few more days. I have nothing pressing. I can join you tomorrow.”
Felix was pleased. “Great! Mr. Ramsey, I’ll pick you up the hotel tomorrow at 10 AM.”
Back at the Duskhaven Grand Hotel, Trix and Zayden were already waiting in the lobby.
“Mr. Ramsey!” Trix greeted him respectfully. “I apologize for my behavior earlier today.”
“You don’t need to apologize. That was your work matter,” Robin replied without turning to her, heading straight to his room.
Zayden shrugged helplessly. “Trix, I’ve told you, it’s no use.
“Someone like Mr. Ramsey never gives a person without principles a second chance.”
Trix fumed. “I made one mistake, that’s all!”
Zayden shook his head and said, “A true powerhouse doesn’t allow any mistakes from his subordinates, not
even once.
“Because that one mistake could be fatal.”
Robin paused in front of his room door and said, “Zayden, in 20 minutes, have Anton come to my room. I need to speak with him.”
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Back in his room, Robin immediately began cleaning himself.
He had always despised the smell of blood.
He would meticulously wash every inch of his skin after each kill, scrubbing until he felt that the bloodstains had completely disappeared.
He couldn’t stop until he was sure it was all clean.
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Nineteen minutes later, Robin finished his cleansing, changed into casual clothes, and entered the meeting
room.
Anton was already waiting.
When he saw Robin, Anton quickly stood and greeted him, “Mr. Ramsey, good to see you!”
Robin gestured for him to sit.
He then went through his familiar routine, grinding coffee beans by hand and carefully brewing a strong
cup.
Only after drinking it in one go did he finally speak.
“Anton, you should know why I asked you to come,” Robin said, setting his empty cup aside.
Anton nodded and said, “Master Ramsey, you want to know more about what happened 20 years ago at the first Qacalisle Summit, when your father was involved, right?”
Robin placed the cup down, his expression indifferent. Yes. I’ve seen the records. You were there as his technical secretary.
“And my father had personally requested you,” Robin added.
Anton recalled, “Yes, Master Ramsey, that’s true. I lacked the necessary qualifications to attend the conference or participate in the discussions at that time.
“However, during the conference, I did assist your father with his personal matters,” Anton continued.
Robin sat up straighter, watching the nostalgic look in Anton’s eyes. He took a deep breath. “Tell me, after my father arrived at the island, where did he go, and what did he do?”
“Young Lord Dragon stayed on the island forten days. He refused every invitation from the island’s officials and nations, focusing only on the conference,” Anton explained.
“But the island’s officials were eager to meet him. They blocked the hotel, waiting for him.
To avoid them, Young Lord Dragon would sneak out through the back door of the hotel.
“Besides the beach, the island didn’t have much to offer and he didn’t enjoy busy places.
“So, he asked me to accompany him to Coral Street’s night market.
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“It was a place where the island’s poorest residents set up their own stalls.
He loved going there. Your father said it was the most relaxing place on the island.
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“He even said that the next time he visited, he would bring his children and his wife along. Coral Street
was a must–see,”
As Anton spoke about his father, Robin felt a rare sense of closeness.
His father’s down–to–earth nature surprised him.
Despite his busy schedule, he found joy in simple pleasures.
Anton, completely lost in his memories, didn’t notice Robin’s thoughts.
“That time, Young Lord Dragon bought many local souvenirs from the island, saying he wanted to bring them back for all three of you.
“Even though the items were inexpensive, worth only a few dollars, he was delighted by them. He acted like a child enjoying a gift.
“If you didn’t know his position, you’d never guess he was the Warlord Supreme, the most powerful man in the world. No one would know he commanded the Golden Dragon Guard, the strongest army in the
world.
“During those ten days, he went to Coral Street’s night market nearly every night.
“And something else happened during that time.”
Robin looked at Anton, intrigued. “What happened?”
“The day after Young Lord Dragon arrived for the summit, he suddenly fell ill with a strange fever. It was awful that he couldn’t think straight.
“Your father was very skilled in medicine,” Anton continued, “but this fever was beyond his control.
“Whether it was the climate or something else, the fever just wouldn’t go away.
“Even though the attending physician brought the best fever–reducing medicine, it didn’t help.
“On the fifth night of the conference, despite his fever, Young Lord Dragon insisted on going to the night market.
“We arrived at a small stall known as Elodie’s Lasagna.
“It was run by a young couple, Ambrose and Dahlia Clem, and their daughter, Elodie. Elodie was only two years old at the time, and she would be about 22 now.
“They named the stall after their daughter.
“After having one serving, Young Lord Dragon loved the taste.
“Ambrose noticed he wasn’t feeling well and asked about his fever. When he learned Young Lord Dragon had been ill for days, he added a special ingredient–a plaster–into his second serving of lasagna.
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“Miraculously, after finishing that, Young Lord Dragon fever dropped that night.
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“Being a man of action, he returned to the stall the next day, found the couple, and gave them one million dollars to show his gratitude.
“But the couple refused to accept the money.
“In the end, Young Lord Dragon gave their daughter a pair of Emberleaf Fans as a token of thanks.
“These fans had been a gift from Sergio Curnow and his wife Jenna; he was the first Thalrex Order’s special envoy. The fan was a gift that the couple customized for Young Lord Dargon’s children–you and Ms. Renee.
“At the time, Young Lord Dragon didn’t have any other accessories on him, so he gave the fans to Ambrose and Dahlia as a sign of his gratitude.
“The couple was moved by his insistence. Eventually, they accepted the gift.
“He told them that if they ever visited Draconia, they should come to Dragon Manor, and he would show them around; the fans could serve as the token.
“However, after the conference, Young Lord Dragon returned home, and there was no word from him again. Ambrose and Dahlia also disappeared from our lives. I doubt they ever went to Draconia or contacted your father.
“This time, when I returned to Qacalisle Island, I saw that the Coral Street night market no longer existed. Now, only a few poor locals occasionally set up stalls to make a living.
“The Market Regulation Department on the island is very strict. They can fine or even imprison anyone who sets up a stall without permission.
“These poor people have it hard.”
Robin furrowed his brow at the mention of the department.
“Is the director of the Market Regulation Department named Cuthbert Avington?”
Anton paused, surprised. “Yes, that’s right. He even sent us an invitation this afternoon to attend a grand banquet at his estate tomorrow.”
Robin smiled and said, “Alright then, let’s head to Coral Street and see if we can find Ambrose and Dahlia again.”
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Anton watched the spark in Robin’s eyes and understood the emotions that were stirring within him.
Robin had lost his parents before he even turned one.
Despite holding the esteemed title, his longing for his parents had never faded.
Now, standing in a place his father had visited 20 years ago, how he wished he could find a trace of his father’s warmth in the memories of that time–perhaps in the places his father had been or the people he had encountered.
Seeing the longing in Robin’s eyes made Anton’s heart ache.
“Master Ramsey,” Anton said softly, “I’m afraid … after all these years, Ambrose and Dahlia may not still be running their stall there.
“As far as I know, they haven’t contacted Young Lord Dragon through any foreign affairs channels in the past 20 years.
“After all this time, they may no longer be on the island
Robin said nothing, his eyes still shining with hope.
He walked over to the large window in the hotel room, gazing at the tranquil scenery of Duskhaven. He let out a light laugh.
“I feel like they’re still on the island. Let’s go. We might just find them.
“Didn’t you tell me?” Robin continued, his voice full of quiet certainty.
“The couple have been native residents of the island for generations. Where could a family like theirs have gone?
“Besides, with the island’s great tourism resources, they must be living comfortably here.
“From what you remember, the lasagna business they ran was thriving–why would they leave the island?”
Anton looked at the determination in Robin’s eyes and nodded instinctively. “Alright, Master Ramsey, I trust your instincts.”
They made their way down to the hotel lobby, where they ran into Kelsey, the receptionist.
She had just finished her shift and was about to head home.
When Kelsey caught sight of Robin’s charming face beneath the shimmering lights of the lobby, her cheeks flushed.
In her flustered state, she accidentally bumped into Robin, knocking herself into his arms.
“Oh, I’m so sorry! I–I didn’t notice you.”
Robin looked at how panicked she seemed, a smile tugging at his lips. “It’s alright; I just happened to step out of the elevator at the wrong moment.”
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Kelsey was caught off guard, laughing nervously at Robin’s humor.
She hadn’t expected the princely figure before her to be so approachable.
In her hand, she was holding a flyer, which she dropped in her flurry.
Robin bent down to pick it up, noticing the words ‘Elodie’s Lasagna‘ printed on the
paper.
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“Sir, are you heading out for a late–night snack?” Kelsey asked. “If you’re looking to try authentic island cuisine, you should check out the Coral Street’s Night Market. They have so many delicious snacks.”
Robin nodded. “We were planning on going there.”
He pointed to the flyer. “Is Elodie’s Lasagna still at the Coral Street Night Market?”
Kelsey’s eyes lit up. “Yes, it is! Their lasagria is especially good. After eating it, you’ll feel completely refreshed. I absolutely love it!
“Every time I finish a late shift, I pass by Coral Street and always stop to have a bowl of Elodie’s Lasagna.”
Noticing that Kelsey had changed out of her uniform, Robin casually asked, “Are you off work now?”
“Yes,” she replied. “Is there anything else you need?”
Robin smiled gently, “If you don’t mind, would you be willing to guide us there? We’d love to try the local‘ snacks and have some of Elodie’s Lasagna.”
Kelsey’s face brightened with excitement. “I’d love to! The Coral Street Night Market isn’t far–it’s only a ten–minute walk from here.”
Robin handed the flyer back to her. “Thank you.”
“Thank me?” Kelsey exclaimed, still smiling. “You’re treating me to Elodie’s Lasagna, and you’re thanking me? I’m just happy to be going!”
Robin and Anton shared a smile, amused by Kelsey’s pure, unguarded enthusiasm.
“Let’s go then.” Kelsey’s heart raced. It had been a long time since she had felt so happy.
The three of them walked toward the Coral Street Night Market, chatting casually as they went.
Kelsey’s initial nervousness began to fade.
This man, who had seemed so aloof and princely, was actually incredibly kind and warm–more so than anyone she had ever met.
She felt a sudden burst of energy, as if she had taken some sort of excitement booster, and she couldn’t stop talking.
“Is this your first time on Qacalisle Island?” She asked. The Night Market used to be the most vibrant place in Duskhaven,
“During holidays and at night, the market would be filled with tourists and locals, all strolling around and enjoying the food.
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“There are so many foods and trinkets, you couldn’t even count them.
“Native residents run all the stalls here. They sell the island’s most unique and delicious snacks.
“You know, my parents used to run a stall here too, but they passed away.”
As she spoke, Kelsey’s eyes glistened with unshed tears.
“Five years ago, after the Cattells took over the island, Coral Street stopped being as lively.
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“They set up a Market Regulation Department to control the street vendors. They strictly prohibited anyone from selling on the streets.
“Now, anyone who wants to sell food or goods has to do it inside the market they’ve built.
“However, the high rent and commissions make it unaffordable for the vendors, leading to their refusal to relocate.
“Many of the local residents can only sneak in at night to sell their goods.
“My parents… three years ago, during one of the market clean–up inspections, they were chased by the Market Regulation Department’s enforcement team. My father died of a heart attack from the stress, and my mother died of grief shortly after.
“Those Market Regulation Department people are horrible. They are mistreating the vendors. Those people are worse than animals.
“All the vendors hate them with a passion.”
Robin stopped walking, noticing the fire in Kelsey’s eyes. “So, you have market management here too?
“Qacalisle Island is a private island, but it’s been developed into a tourist spot, and now they’re using force to control the markets.”
Kelsey nodded. “Yes. They just want to squeeze money out of the vendors. It’s all for profit.
“They’re like devils. As long as these devils are in charge, the island’s residents will never have a good life. They deserve to rot in hell!
“Everyone is aware that the director overseeing the market’s order, along with his family, has constructed a food mall near the beach. He wants all the vendors to move there and pay rent, so he can profit from them.
“But the rent there is incredibly expensive.
“Even if you sell food all day, the money you make isn’t enough to cover the fees for the market.
“But the Avingtons keep saying they’re doing this for the benefit of all the island’s residents.” Kelsey’s voice brimmed with sarcasm.
Robin smiled wryly.
“For the benefit of the residents? Haha! Another grand excuse.”
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Kelsey’s statement left Robin speechless.
It seemed that there was no sanctuary left in this world
Even this small island was plagued with such filth.
It appeared that the logic of sc*undrels was universal.
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Seeing Robin’s angry expression, Kelsey immediately apologized, “I’m sorry, sir. I got carried away and said things I shouldn’t have. I shouldn’t have shared my family’s misfortune. It was very rude of me.”
Robin looked at Kelsey’s apologetic look.
He sensed that she was a beautiful, sincere young woman with good manners.
“Are you a native? Have you ever left the island?” he asked.
Kelsey shyly nodded, “No, I’ve always lived here with my parents.
“Our family makes a living by selling food at the night market.
“I remember when I was very young, my father said our business was doing well, and he wanted to save up
a lot of money to send me to school. But that good life was shattered five years ago.
“During one of the major market inspections, my parents passed away, and our family was fined a large amount of money.
“The money we had saved was taken away, and I was left alone at home.
“Luckily, I finished high school here on the island, and just as I was looking for a job, Duskhaven Hotel was hiring. The hotel chose me.
“I found a job here and can support myself.
“Compared to many other native residents on the island, I’m lucky.
“All of this is because of the money my parents earned earlier, which allowed me to study.”
Robin noticed a lingering sadness beneath Kelsey’s bright expression.
He sighed, realizing that every life carries its own joys and sorrows.
“Kelsey, do you know the stall owner from Elodie’s Lasagna?”
Kelsey nodded. “Yes, we live near each other. Years ago, they and my parents used to run stalls together.”
Robin suddenly stopped in his tracks. “Oh, what a coincidence!”
Kelsey, noticing Robin’s surprised expression, asked, “Sir, do you know Ambrose and the others?”
Robin nodded but then shook his head, “No, it’s not me It’s someone I knew from the past who knows them.
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“They happened to be here, so I thought I’d visit.
“Their daughter is Elodie, right? Is she still around?” he asked.
“Yes, she does,” Kelsey nodded, her words trailing off.
By now, they had arrived at the Coral Street night market.
The food street was bustling, stretching nearly a yard, though somewhat disorganized.
Despite the chaos, there was a warmth and charm to it,
As they weaved through the crowd, Robin searched for Elodie’s Lasagna stall.
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Kelsey knew what he was looking for and pointed ahead, “Sir, the stall is at the far end of the food street. You’ll need to walk to the southern part of Coral Street to see it. Three years ago, our stalls were right next to theirs.”
“Crash!”
Suddenly, a chaotic clatter echoed through the air. A wave of panic swept through the market, disrupting the otherwise warm and harmonious atmosphere.
The scene unfolding before them stunned the shoppers.
Stall owners frantically pushed their carts, fleeing in all directions.
Some hadn’t even managed to push their carts away before a pair of fierce–looking enforcers wielding iron rods overturned them.
The Enforcement Team had mobilized in full force.
Armed and organized, they stormed the night market in a surprise raid.
Seeing this, Robin froze.
This was all too familiar.
How was it that no matter where he went, he kept running into these kinds of problems?
It was truly bizarre!
Kelsey, pulling at Robin’s sleeve, whispered nervously, Sir, this is very unfortunate. We should leave quickly.
“Some big shot might have arrived on the island, and the Market Regulation Department is likely preparing for a large–scale crackdown on the night market.”
Robin looked around at the scattered food and overturned stalls, shaking his head.
The Enforcement Team’s motorcycle squad screeched toward them.
Dozens of officers, wielding electric batons, chased after the fleeing stall owners.
In less than ten minutes the night market was in ruins
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All the vendors had vanished without a trace.
Only the wrecked stalls and scattered food remained on the empty street.
Kelsey sighed, “Sir, let’s go back.”
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Robin, still eyeing the ruined food street, looked at the distant end, trying to spot Elodie’s Lasagna stall.
“I want to see Elodie’s Lasagna. Oh, you only told me half the story–where is Elodie now?” he asked.
Kelsey stiffened. “Elodie, she passed away two years ago
Robin froze. “She’s gone? Was it from an illness?”
“No,” Kelsey replied, gazing at the scattered food ingredients on the ground. “It wasn’t’an illness. I–it was….
She faltered, unable to continue.
Fear flashed in her eyes as she looked toward the enforcement officers who were still smashing and looting.
“Sir!” Kelsey’s eyes were filled with tears. “I–I don’t know
Robin, seeing the terror in her eyes, pointed at the officers, “Did her death have something to do with them?”
Kelsey nodded slightly. “I only heard my parents talk about it. Elodie’s death is connected to the daughter of the director of the Market Regulation Department.”
Robin’s face darkened, his voice icy as he commanded, Tell me everything you know!”
Kelsey jumped, hesitating for a long moment before speaking in a lowered voice.
“Ambrose and Dahlia met a benefactor once, someone who seems to be from Draconia.
“This Draconian gave Elodie a pair of Emberleaf Fans, which are worth a fortune.
“One day, by chance, Cuthbert’s daughter saw the fans, and that’s when…”
“So what happened?!” Robin barked, his voice full of fury. Kelsey, terrified, dropped to the ground.
Anton quickly stepped forward to help her up.
Kelsey, tears streaming down her face, sobbed, “Sir, did I say something wrong?”
Robin realized he had lost control and scared her.
Anton apologized, “I’m sorry, Ms. Kelsey. He wasn’t frustrated with you, but with the situation regarding Elodie.
“Can you
take us to their house?”
Kelsey glanced at Robin, her face still tense with fear, then pointed to a nearby row of stalls.
A cart hearing the name Flodie’s I acaona lav at the farthest corner amidst the wreckame
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Robin’s face darkened as he walked toward the cart.
An inexplicable feeling of familiarity washed over him
It was the place his father had frequented long ago.
He was surrounded by kind–hearted islanders who had
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Ignoring the harsh shout from behind him, Robin picked up the ‘Elodie’s Lasagna‘ sign, buried among a pile of discarded objects.
“Hey, I’m talking to you!” A member of the enforcement team, wielding a baton, walked up behind Robin. “Get up and get out, now!”
Kelsey quickly urged, “Mr. Robin, let’s go…”
Robin wiped the dust off the sign and slowly stood up.
“Put it down!” The officer barked. “Didn’t you hear me? Get out of here!”
Robin slowly turned around to face the officer. He asked coldly, “What did you say? Do you want to die?”
The three officers froze for a moment, their hands tightening on their stun baton, ready to strike.
Anton quickly presented an invitation letter from the Qacalisle Island’s Market Regulation Department. “Gentlemen, please wait!
“Mr. Avington invited us, and we just so happened to be passing by tonight.
“Last time we visited the Island, we ate at Elodie’s Lasagna and loved the food. So we came to see what was going on here.
“We’ll leave right away.”
The officers softened slightly in their tone. “Important figures are visiting the island in the next few days, and we’re conducting a market cleanup. These operations are illegal and will be shut down.
“If you want to eat, go to the island food city. Hurry up and leave!”
“Okay, we’ll go now.” Anton said, looking at Robin for his command.
“Put down everything in your hands!” One officer pointed at the sign in Robin’s hand.
Robin turned and tossed the sign into the air.
The officers immediately stepped back.
The sign crashed to the ground in front of them.
“Crack!” The sound of the sign breaking echoed.
A cloud of dust rose, and the officers froze in place, their bodies stiffening.
In that moment, Kelsey, who had turned around, saw the three officers on the ground, blood trickling from their mouths, convulsing in pain.
Anton immediately realized that their hearts had ruptured.
This was Robin’s lesson for them.
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Kelsey, startled, quickly followed Robin as they headed toward Ambrose’s home.
Walking beside Robin, Kelsey could sense his foul mood due to the Elodie’s Lasagna situation.
What kind of relationship did he have with the family?
She recalled that Elodie had once mentioned meeting man from Draconia.
The man standing before her was from Draconia, too.
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Could there be a connection between them?
Silently, Kelsey led Robin to a rundown area at the southwest foot of Harpton Highlands.
The appearance of the overcrowded houses here suggested that they had been there for years.
Kelsey explained that her family had lived in this area for generations.
Previously, they had shared the same living space as Elodie’s grandparents.
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. After walking through narrow alleyways for a while, Robin and Anton arrived at a modest house deep
within the settlement.
Kelsey pointed across the street. “Sir, that house is mine”
She seemed a bit embarrassed, feeling self–conscious about their poverty.
“This is where the family lives. They should be back by now.”
There was a faint light coming from the house.
Kelsey knocked on the door, and a hoarse voice called from inside. “Who is it?”
“Ambrose, it’s Kelsey.”
The door creaked open, revealing a man in his fifties.
He looked frail, with a bruise on his face.
His clothes still had traces of lasagna sauce.
It’s likely that the officer’s batons struck him.
Ambrose looked up at Robin and Anton with wide eyes. This startled him.
“Y–you two…”
A woman standing beside him let out a soft gasp.
This was Dahlia.
Robin nodded slightly to the couple. “Hello, Mr. Ambrose. Apologies for the sudden visit.
“I heard from Kelsey that your lasagna is delicious.”
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Ambrose and Dahlia stared at Robin, as if in a daze, for long moment.
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“Sir, we’re so sorry, but it’s really unfortunate. Today, the enforcement team conducted a check and we had left our supplies at the market.
“Now, it’s so late, we don’t have any ingredients for lasagna at home.
“If it’s not too much trouble, I can go out and buy some ingredients tomorrow to make it for you.”
“It’s fine.” Robin glanced around the humble room and noticed a photo of a young girl on the cabinet.
He walked over to it. The girl in the photo looked about 18 years old. She wore a pair of fans around her neck.
He experienced a nostalgic feeling as if he had traveled back in time.
He could almost see the scene from 20 years ago when his father had given this pair of fans to the couple as a gift.
Ambrose and Dahlia looked at Robin, standing before the photo, their expressions becoming even more
dazed.
Robin turned to face the couple, reading their thoughts
He pointed at the girl in the picture. “Is she your daughter?”
Ambrose’s eyes welled up with tears. “Yes, sir.”
“Two years ago, she went missing.” Dahlia lowered her head, wiping away tears.
“What about the fans she wore?”
Ambrose clenched his teeth and shook his head. “W–we don’t know.”
Robin scoffed. “Did Cuthbert’s daughter steal them?
“Did that wicked woman also kill Elodie?”
Ambrose and Dahlia trembled, terror in their eyes. “We really don’t know; we don’t know.”
Anton tried to comfort them. “Ambrose, don’t be afraid
“Y–you are…?” Ambrose’s lips trembled as he looked at Anton.
Anton nodded. “Yes, it’s me, Ambrose.
“Twenty years ago, I used to eat your lasagna regularly with a gentleman.
“You helped the gentleman recover from a high fever, and he rewarded you with the fans.
“Who would have thought that so much time had passed, and everything had changed?–
“I remember that year; Elodie was just two years old. She was such a sweet little girl.”
Ambrose and Dahlia started erving “We’re so sorry eie lost three fane. We’re so sorry
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Ambrose and Dahlia stared at Robin, as if in a daze, for a long moment.
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“Sir, we’re so sorry, but it’s really unfortunate. Today, the enforcement team conducted a check and we had left our supplies at the market.
“Now, it’s so late, we don’t have any ingredients for lasagna at home.
“If it’s not too much trouble, I can go out and buy some ingredients tomorrow to make it for you.”
“It’s fine.” Robin glanced around the humble room and noticed a photo of a young girl on the cabinet.
He walked over to it. The girl in the photo looked about 18 years old. She wore a pair of fans around her neck.
He experienced a nostalgic feeling as if he had traveled back in time.
He could almost see the scene from 20 years ago when his father had given this pair of fans to the couple as a gift.
Ambrose and Dahlia looked at Robin, standing before the photo, their expressions becoming even more dazed.
Robin turned to face the couple, reading their thoughts
He pointed at the girl in the picture. “Is she your daughter?”
Ambrose’s eyes welled up with tears. “Yes, sir.”
“Two years ago, she went missing.” Dahlia lowered her head, wiping away tears.
“What about the fans she wore?”
Ambrose clenched his teeth and shook his head. “W–we don’t know.”
Robin scoffed. “Did Cuthbert’s daughter steal them?
“Did that wicked woman also kill Elodie?”
Ambrose and Dahlia trembled, terror in their eyes. “We really don’t know; we don’t know.”
Anton tried to comfort them. “Ambrose, don’t be afraid
“Y–you are…?” Ambrose’s lips trembled as he looked at Anton.
Anton nodded. “Yes, it’s me, Ambrose.
“Twenty years ago, I used to eat your lasagna regularly with a gentleman.
“You helped the gentleman recover from a high fever, and he rewarded you with the fans.
“Who would have thought that so much time had passed, and everything had changed?
“I remember that year; Elodie was just two years old. She was such a sweet little girl.”
Ambrose and Dahlia started crying “We’re so sorry sir We lost those fans We’re so sorry
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Robin sneered. “Stealing from Young Lord Dragon? That’s something that costs a life.
“Mr. Ambrose, tomorrow morning I’ll send someone to take you to Cuthbert’s estate to get those fans back!”
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The next morning at 6:30 AM, Robin sent Anton, Zayden, and Trix to the slums to fetch the couple.
He decided to head to the Cuthbert estate first.
The Cuthberts were the native inhabitants of the island.
When the Aldridges began their development of the island, Cuthbert saw an opportunity.
With his ruthless nature, he gradually accumulated a substantial fortune, transforming into the wealthy individual he is today.
At 57 years old, Cuthbert had been in charge of the Market Regulation Department for five years.
Cuthbert recommended himself for the chief manager position at Qacalisle after Mateo’s reassignment.
Once appointed, he had shut down the scattered street vendors and informal tourist markets, forcing the merchants to move into the family–run markets, where they had to pay high rent and management fees.
- He had struck lucrative deals with the Cattells, profiting immensely from this arrangement.
Cuthbert had three sons and one daughter.
His daughter, Sadie Avington, had been born the same year his fortunes took a turn for the better, turning him from an average middle–class man into one of the most influential figures on the island.
He believed that his good luck was all due to Sadie, and thus he doted on her more than anyone else.
Sadie had always been exceptionally smart and strikingly beautiful.
At this time, the Avingtons were already one of the island’s leading families.
Everyone on the island knew that Sadie was Cuthbert’s most beloved child, and she was adored by nearly everyone on Qacalisle.
From the moment she was born, Sadie had been treated like royalty.
This pampering only fostered her spoiled, willful, and domineering nature.
When Sadie wanted something, she took it, no matter whose possessions she had to claim.
The girl was known to do whatever it took to get what she desired, and this happened often.
Cuthbert approved of this behavior.
He believed that, as nobility, his daughter was entitled to the best of everything.
Whatever she likes, it was rightful for her to possess.
He felt that the poor had no right to the finest things in the world.
Since their family had money, Sadie was justified in taking what she wanted from others.
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He had been up early, overseeing the preparations for the upcoming feast.
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Felix had informed him that his appointment as chief manager would be announced at the event, marking another leap in the Avingtons‘ rise to prominence.
He had also told his children that they would be introduced to the two generations of Aldridge leaders, as well as a distinguished guest.
He had heard from some insiders that their distinguished guest was a young, charismatic man.
Cuthbert had imagined that if Sadie could win his favor
If things went well, perhaps his family could break free from the island and make their way onto the world
stage.
This morning, he also instructed several of his children to wake up early to greet the Aldridges.
By 7 AM, Cuthbert had gathered his children and all the family’s management staff at the estate plaza, but there was no sign of Sadie.
“Why hasn’t Sadie arrived yet? Is she up?” he asked.
“Oh, Dad, Sadie went to the back of the estate for a beauty treatment. She’ll probably be back later,” Sadie’s eldest brother, Berkley Avington, replied.
Cuthbert chuckled. “Sadie’s getting ready this early? That’s a first. Looks like she’s really grown up.”
Berkley agreed, “Yeah, she said yesterday that the Aldridges‘ guest would be so captivated by her beauty that she’ll soon be the most respected woman in the world.”
Cuthbert laughed, imagining his family at the pinnacle of power.
Suddenly, a commotion erupted outside the estate. “Who are you? Get out, now!”
Cuthbert frowned and ordered, “What’s going on? Go check it out, Berkley. Mr. Felix and Ms. Luella are arriving soon–no disruptions allowed!”
Before Berkley could leave, four blue–clad guards surrounded a young man as they barged into the estate plaza.
As they were puzzled, an estate guard ran in.
One of the estate’s security guards chased after them and bowed to Cuthbert, “Sir, these men forced their way in.”
Cuthbert’s face darkened as he turned to examine Robin and his group.
The Avingtons estate was heavily guarded, with five layers of security.
How had these men gotten in?
They were causing trouble on the day of an important event–had they lost their minds?
“They say they’re looking for Ms. Sadie,” the guard added.
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Cuthbert scrutinized Robin with a cold gaze. “Who are you?”
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Robin gave him a detached look. “I’m here to demand two things from your daughter. Get her out here right now!”
Cuthbert’s anger flared as he understood these people came with malice. “Young man, you don’t know who you’re messing with. Do you realize that breaking into my estate is punishable by death?”
As he spoke, nearly a hundred guards appeared around the estate.
Cuthbert chuckled and said, “Kid, I have important guests arriving today. I don’t want this to turn violent, so you should leave as soon as possible. F*ck off! I’ll accept it as a joke.”
“But I want blood!” Robin said, calmly wiping his hands with a wet wipe. “Your daughter took something that doesn’t belong to her. Someone’s going to die over this!”
The Avingtons froze, thinking they had misheard.
Could this kid be drunk?
He had to have been drunk last night and still hadn’t sobered up. Now he was causing a scene at the Avingtons‘ estate.
Berkley stepped forward and warned, “Dude, get out of here now. You could beg later, but you won’t make it out alive!”
“Is that so?” Robin smiled coldly and struck Berkley, sending him crashing to the ground.
Immediately, the estate’s guards drew their weapons, ready to strike.
Cuthbert stiffened, realizing he didn’t recognize this person. “Who are you? The Avingtons haven’t wronged anyone recently, have we?”
He hesitated but didn’t give the order to attack.
His mind raced to figure out who this person could be
Robin raised an eyebrow and said, “Who I am doesn’t matter. What matters is that your daughter took my things!”
Cuthbert inhaled a breath of cold air as the situation became clearer. This was no random intruder; he came with ill intention, and the first thing he said was a blatant threat.
The young man wasn’t from the island–he was an outsider.
Could he be some high–ranking member of a powerful sect?
Cuthbert knew his daughter couldn’t have stolen something from those in the World of Darkness.
“Young man, did you come to the wrong place?” Cuthbert said, still trying to maintain patience before he figured out the intruder’s identity.
Robin ignored him. “Get your daughter out here, now!”
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Cuthbert furrowed his brow slightly, not immediately responding to Robin.
He was weighing the young man before him–his origins and his strength.
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Today was a pivotal day for his family, their moment to make a name for themselves. He couldn’t afford any mistakes.
The young man had arrived suddenly this morning. Was it by chance, or was there something more to it?
Cuthbert mentally reviewed his actions over the years, certain that neither he nor his family had ever wronged the big shot of the island, nor had they crossed any of the major sects of the World of Darkness.
As for the lower–tier individuals, there were many he’d crushed without hesitation.
Such people he didn’t fear.
If the impoverished ones wanted trouble, he would simply wipe them out.
But this man was different. Upon entering, he had shown formidable strength.
Without warning, he attacked Berkley.
Such a challenge was unheard of since Cuthbert’s family had become nobility on the island.
“You can ignore my question,” Robin said, noticing Cuthbert’s silence. He pointed to a blue–clad guard. “Break his leg!”
“Crack!” There was a sharp crack as Berkley let out a bloodcurdling scream.
The guard’s boot crushed his leg.
“Y–you’re too audacious!” Cuthbert exclaimed, staring at Robin, a strange and overwhelming aura suddenly making his heart race with fear.
The feeling was fleeting, but real.
The Avingtons had been established on the island for decades, their power deeply rooted.
Apart from the now–defeated Cattells, they were the top family.
A young outsider, barely of age, dared to act out in their estate.
It was unthinkable!
“This little disruption is what you call audacity?” Robin sneered coldly. “Seems like your vision is too
narrow.
“Enough talk! I don’t have time for your games. If you don’t bring your daughter out to meet me right now, I will slowly dismantle every part of his body, every organ, until he breathes no more!”
Cuthbert trembled.
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He gasped sharply; a sense of foreboding surged in his heart.
This wasn’t just a visit to meet Sadie; this man was here for revenge!
Had Sadie angered someone important outside the island? Was this visitor here to settle a score?
But as Cuthbert thought it through, a cruel smile crept across his face.
His daughter grew up with privilege and held a prestigious position.
Even if she had offended someone, so what?
No one, no matter how powerful, dared challenge the Avingtons.
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His family was not what it used to be, with the Aldriges becoming their backing; even the most influential people would not dare cross them.
Regaining his confidence, Cuthbert spoke coldly, “Do you even know who you’re dealing with, young man?
“Today, you injure my son and disrupt my party. Even if you beg for mercy, you won’t escape death!”
In an instant, hundreds of guards within the estate moved toward Robin.
“You have overestimated your strength!” Cuthbert laughed bitterly and stepped back.
“Attack!” Robin commanded with a smile, his gaze still on Cuthbert.
The blue–clad guards moved swiftly, stomping on Berkley’s other leg.
“Ah!” Berkley screamed in agony. “Dad, kill him!”
The guards rushed at Robin, but the blue–clad guards were quicker, slashing through them with deadly precision.
In mere moments, four of the guards in the front were slain in an instant.
“Fall back!” One of Cuthbert’s guards barked.
Despite Cuthbert’s orders, his family’s guards started to retreat.
Within five minutes, nearly 20 of them had already fallen.
Robin let out a cold laugh and pointed at the remaining guards. “Anyone who dares step forward will be killed without question!”
He stomped his foot on the ground.
“Boom!” A massive stone structure 30 feet away exploded, disintegrating into dust.
Boom! Boom!
Soon after, two decorative gazebos on the estate disappeared into thin air.
The marble floors of the estate shattered into countless cracks, and the entire place fell into an eerie
silence
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The only sounds were the dust and debris floating in the air, suffocating and chilling.
Cuthbert stood frozen, his confident demeanor shattered.
He stared in disbelief at the destruction around him.
What happened before him was too scary!
How had this young man reduced a rock formation to dust in just a second?
Even if he tried, he couldn’t explain it.
This world was too strange, too terrifying.
Cuthbert had always believed that he was the most powerful person on the Island.
In his own estate, he thought he could disregard anyone.
But now he faced something far more terrifying than he had ever imagined.
For a long moment, he stood silently, unsure of how to proceed.
He had intended to order his guards to continue, but the words stuck in his throat.
This man wasn’t just here to cause trouble–he was here to destroy.
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