Chapter 0504 The murder and burial of Gerald sent shockwaves through the North. Every major player, including the top-tier families, sent their condolences to the Jess estate, all except the Redwine family.

The Redwine family, bolstered by the loyalty of lesser houses, had risen to the cusp of the elite, perfectly positioned to pay their respects at Gerald's funeral. Yet, the new patriarch, Frank Redwine, chose not to attend. He sat instead in the serene garden pavilion, his attention fixed on Alexander before him.

Clasped in Alexander's hand was a broken piece of an abacus, marked with half a maple leaf, a silent

testament to something unsaid. His gaze was composed as he questioned Frank, "What do you know about the Jess family?" Sweat beaded on Frank's brow. The night before, after Alexander's departure, their house had suffered = stealthy assault. Only Alexander's formidable prowess had averted disaster. Then, that sudden inquiry about the Jess family...

Frank did not allow himself to ponder the implications. He reported promptly, "The Jess family runs deep.

They've been a northern powerhouse for generations.

"Erick, the current head, is the oldest of three brothers. The second brother vanished years ago amidst a whirlwind of rumors. The most credible whispers

speak of his initiation into a secretive sect.

came as a shock to everyone." Frank's face went

in

quivered, but no

was a treacherous place,

even the mightiest of families boasted no more than a peak- level Grandmaster at their helm. :

Surely, the elite families harbored secret weapons of

behind this, what should we do? Do we call in our best and

moment's thought.

family? Alexander shook his head, a wry

inevitable, but it was

normal circumstances, Gerald's funeral would be anything but peaceful.

of anticipation as the group's latest product was on the brink of passing its final clinical trial. She was about

The following afternoon, Amber's

precision. Rabeca Jervis and Ray were at her side as they descended the plane, whisked away through a secluded VIP passage, and ushered into the sleek company car

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255