The Deadly Assassin Robin by Tristan Storm

Chapter 223

Chapter 223 How Presumptuous

The grand hall of the Harmonfield Hotel was wrapped in an oppressive silence.

Ruby, daughter of the leader of the Brookhaven Martial Alliance, had unleashed words that were shockingly rude and unjust.

Ms. Silva was a guest of honor, invited by the very alliance Ruby represented.

As the celebratory host, Ruby's actions were nothing short of disappointing.

It appeared Ms. Quinn's upbringing lacked the refinement one would expect.

Wilhelm and Finn exchanged anxious glances, caught in the tension between Vera and Ruby.

They longed to intervene, to coax Ruby into restraint.

Yet they understood the depths of her fury all too well.

Once Ruby decided on a course, no one could deter her.

Pampered by her father Ronald throughout her life, Ruby was accustomed to having her wishes fulfilled.

There was one case that involved the daughter of one of Ruby's grandfather's students.

At school, she had a rival in that girl, whose beauty captivated everyone around her.

The girl's eyes shimmered like those of a woodland sprite, entrancing all who beheld her.

Gentle and kind, she garnered the affection of peers and teachers alike.

Frequent praise flowed to her, particularly for her enchanting gaze.

Such admiration only stoked Ruby's jealousy.

One fateful afternoon, Ruby deceived the girl into a hidden corner.

She commanded the children of the elders, who always flattered her, to blind the girl. They gouged out her eyes.

When the girl's father discovered this horror, he nearly lost his sanity.

Understanding that Ruby was the leader's daughter, he reluctantly confronted Ronald and Kyler.

To his disbelief, Ronald offered no reprimand to Ruby. Instead, he allowed Kyler to punish the disciple severely.

Ronald made it clear that as long as his granddaughter was pleased, nothing else mattered.

From that day forward, both the disciple and his daughter vanished without explanation.

Their fate became a dark secret, lost to time.

the Martial Alliance dared to

years, many similar

severity, Ronald and Kyler swiftly intervened

their view, this world belonged to the powerful, while the weak had

eclipsed every other concern, it

Finn knew all too well how dangerous her displeasure could be. Anxiously, he spoke up, his voice tentative. "Ms. Silva, maybe... maybe you should just hand over the necklace to Ruby ..." Vera's gaze sharpened, her voice like ice. "This necklace is a gift

of anger brewing, ready to spill-until a voice, low and commanding, resonated from behind

the stairs, where Jason descended with a grace that seemed

a flicker,

a smile and nodded. "Mr. Neville, how

gaze swept between the two women, his tone courteous yet unyielding. "Ms. Quinn, are you dealing

innocence. "That necklace belongs to me, Mr.

though his words carried an edge. "If the necklace is Ms. Quinn's, I would suggest returning it. It's just a piece

me by Robin

tugging at his lips. "Ms. Silva, whatever tale you tell is irrelevant

grew louder as his words echoed, disbelief

Neville really just say that? I can hardly believe my ears," someone whispered, shock thick in

fairness. For Jason Neville, their future leader, to say something so ridiculous... it's just stunning," muttered another. "Isn't Jason supposed to be the perfect gentleman, an example of integrity? I

too-both of them, together

...

promise. They shared a fleeting smile, one that hinted at a connection that needed no words. Moments later, Anthony arrived, his expression a mix of shock and alarm as he absorbed Jason's stance.

the onlookers, who watched the exchange with curiosity and wariness. Resigned, he took a step back, honoring

by Jason's support, Ruby turned back to Vera, her voice cool, her words edged. "You heard Mr. Neville, didn't you? Take off that necklace and return it, or you won't like what happens next." Vera's jaw tightened, her words sharp. "This necklace was a gift from Robin, given to me on my birthday. I'm not surrendering it to

is interested in the necklace, you'd do well to pass it

by the Nevilles. I'll transfer the money to you here and now, or I'll even add another 150 million if you simply hand it to Ms. Quinn." Anthony, alarmed, reached out again to Jason, his voice low

voice left no room

a defeated sigh, Anthony stepped back,

smile spread across Ruby's face

Neville. Just give me the necklace now, before things

this necklace originally belonged to the Nevilles. How can you cling to it like this? It's

the cherished daughter of Draconia's leading alliance-both admired both envied. Yet, you're both as

her tone daring,

reclaim items sold at their own auctions? I'd like to hear your family's

managed a strained smile. "Ms. Silva, forgive me.

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your tongue. I decide

tightened with frustration, and he sighed, voice low, as he tried

of charm fell away. "Enough! You're a butler, Anthony. Don't presume

nod, Anthony swallowed his frustration. He turned to Vera, an

"

assured, the Nevilles will address this. For now, it may be best if you

face shadowed with disappointment. "Very well," she said quietly, exhaling. "I've wasted enough time here." She turned

her go. Swiftly, she caught

from the shoulder down. Vera grasped the torn edge of her dress, cheeks flushed with

of dignity the Brookhaven Martial

frowned slightly at Ruby's actions but didn't retreat. He took a