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.

incident, no one in the Martial Alliance dared to defy Ms.

years, many

Ronald and

this world belonged to the powerful,

happiness eclipsed every other concern,

up, his voice tentative. "Ms. Silva, maybe... maybe you should just hand over the necklace to Ruby ..." Vera's gaze sharpened, her

voice, low and commanding, resonated from behind them.

toward the stairs, where Jason descended with a grace that seemed practiced, his presence

Ruby's eyes waned just a flicker, but enough

and nodded. "Mr. Neville, how nice of you

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

neck, her voice colored with feigned innocence. "That necklace belongs to me, Mr. Neville! And yet she

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

Neville, you must have misunderstood. This necklace was bought for me by

tugging at his lips. "Ms. Silva, whatever tale you tell is irrelevant to me," he replied, his tone disturbingly light. "Ms. Quinn claims it's

murmur in the hall grew louder as his words echoed, disbelief tinged

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

and they've always held to principles and 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 never thought he'd say something so...

Quinn too-both of them,

...

eye, a quiet understanding passing between them like an unspoken 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. He stepped closer, pulling Jason aside to murmur, "Sir, this isn't ... it's unbecoming..." Jason brushed him off without

who watched the exchange with curiosity and wariness. Resigned, he took

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

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

add another 150 million if you simply hand it to Ms. Quinn." Anthony, alarmed, reached out again to Jason, his voice low

voice left

defeated sigh, Anthony stepped back,

across Ruby's face as she glanced

heard Mr. Neville. Just give me the necklace now,

necklace originally belonged to the Nevilles. How can you cling

martial family and the cherished daughter of Draconia's leading

turned to Anthony, her tone daring, "Mr.

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

"Ms. Silva,

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gaze halted him. "Mr. Anthony, hold your tongue. I

frustration, and he sighed, voice low, as he tried again to reason. "Sir, please.

of charm fell away. "Enough! You're a butler, Anthony.

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

"

... he's still learning. Rest assured, the Nevilles will address this. For now, it may be best if you

worn expression, her own face shadowed with disappointment. "Very well," she said quietly, exhaling. "I've wasted enough time here."

Ruby wasn't ready to let her go. Swiftly, she

a harsh rip, splitting from the shoulder down. Vera

sort of dignity the Brookhaven Martial

actions but didn't retreat. He took a step