The Almighty Dragon General

Chapter 988

On the outside, she had infinite glory. However, in reality, she had no status in the family and was simply a tool to be used.

James asked, “Then, what should we do now?”

Maxine sighed. “I’m afraid Grandpa sent me to protect you because he knew you didn’t fully trust the Cadens. He wanted to use me to make you feel welcomed among the Cadens. That’s why he allowed me to come hoping that something would happen between us. At the same time, he’ll stay in contact with the Blithes. Even if Madelyn spreads the pictures, he’ll still try to make the marriage happen. And, if it doesn’t happen, he’ll think of something to cause a grievance between the Blithes and Mr. Gabriel.”

James listened carefully.

Although these were just Maxine’s guesses, they made complete sense.

“Don't worry. I’ll take things one step at a time.” Maxine hugged her knees and propped her chin on them, speaking softly.

After thinking for a while, she felt that her situation was not too bad.

At least she was still valuable to Tobias. He would not give up on her so soon.

I have to choose

Maxine’s sudden words

“Don’t joke around. You know my situation. I already have a complicated relationship with

“Haha,” Maxine chuckled.

kidding. No matter

the Cadens and was adopted. However, he swallowed the words back and did not say

subject and asked, “What kind of martial art do you practice? Your skin has

in the medical book. One is called Heavenly Breath, and the other is Invincible Body Siddhi. They work in a pair. Together, they can make one’s body turn bronze and become invulnerable to swords and bullets. If I master them, I can

still

huge difference in strength between ranks. Even though you’re just a beginner, you were able to resist

you master the techniques, I’m sure that no one will be able to stand against

hard.” James shook his

to master the techniques thoroughly. It might take

mend them for you. We’ll leave at dawn.” James removed a needle from

bit before saying with a flushed face, “T-

James immediately turned around.