Chapter 131:

Derek felt as if all his organs were out of place. He lay on the floor, writhing in agony, unable to stand despite several attempts

Aelfric watched Derek with a cold expression and said with disdain, “Look at you. You’re so frail. How are you supposed to protect my sister? If you weren’t Neil’s son, I never would have consented to your marriage with her.” Derek grimaced in pain and remained silent under Aelfric’s harsh words

Aelfric approached Derek, towering over him, and said, “Since I’ve agreed to this marriage, for my sister’s sake, I will train you. But it all depends on your willingness to grow stronger.”

“I will,” Derek quickly responded. “I have no other choice but to become stronger.”

“Good. Since you can see that, you’re not a fool.” Aelfric nodded, appearing pleased for the first time. “Your father is both ambitious and ruthless. Your brother Foley has fully absorbed these traits from him. In the future, Foley is likely to emulate your father and eliminate anyone who stands in his way for power. You will be his main target. If your brother mistreats you, my sister will suffer too, so I’ll help you confront him step by step.”

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your every instruction, Aelfric,” Derek said, gritting his

tied together by mutual interests. You don’t need to act against Connor just yet. First, you need to build up your strength. A strong physique is the

prepared for

Aelfric nodded again, satisfied. “Your engagement party with Melinda is just a few days away. I’ll be there in person to back you up and boost your profile among the elite families, which will also give your brother a warning and make him hesitate to hurt

Aelfric,” Derek

to become quite self-conscious and timid. He often fantasized about a powerful protector descending from the heavens to protect him. Eventually, Derek found protection under Marissa. Standing behind her, he felt exceptionally safe. But after becoming Neil’s younger son and understanding the complexities of

was exactly what he needed at

planned to meet with Ferris to prepare for Caylee’s surgery. On her way, Marissa received a message from Aelfric addressed

had been the chief instructor before Marissa eclipsed him, relegating him to deputy. Though Aelfric always treated her with respect, Marissa

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