A Man Like None Other

“Don’t be afraid, Mr. Goeckner. My daughter is chained up. She won’t be able to hurt you,” Atlas hastily reassured. He feared that Hyrum might be frightened away.

“A mere hysteria can’t scare me,” Hyrum replied. He immediately took out a packet of white powder and tossed it toward Effie. Effie inhaled the white powder, and immediately, she calmed down, her eyes gradually regaining clarity.

Atlas was thrilled by this unexpected development, not anticipating that Hyrum would swiftly subdue his daughter’s condition.

With Effie now restored to her normal state, Hyrum infused her with a stream of spiritual energy. After a moment, Hyrum’s expression turned grave, causing unease to settle in Atlas.

Stepping out of the arcane array, Hyrum addressed him, “Mr. Jablonski, your daughter’s condition is quite serious. If this continues, I fear she won’t have much time left…”

Hearing this, Atlas became panicked. “Mr. Goeckner, could you save my daughter? If you could cure her, I’ll do anything you ask. I can even retire from my mayorship and let you succeed me…”

Hyrum felt a surge of joy inside. Although he couldn’t be the mayor, he could certainly use Atlas to deal with Jared.

condition is severe, but it’s not beyond treatment. It’s just that the

for the

my own mystical herb. However, there is one

tell me, Mr. Goeckner. I’ll even agree to ten things if you so require,” Atlas said,

be arriving in Salinsburgh City within a day or two, so I would like you to capture him and hand

Anyone named Jared Chance who appears in Salinsburgh City will be captured.” Atlas nodded, showing little concern for who Jared was, as

Atlas’ swift agreement, a smug expression crossed Hyrum’s

bind your daughter now. The medicine I just administered will ensure she won’t

much,” Atlas expressed

the

the warrant for his arrest, Jared, accompanied by

Hamish, it was his inaugural visit to

directly to Effie’s room. His familiarity with the mansion’s layout

The empty chains and the arcane array put