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

years, many similar events

severity, Ronald and Kyler swiftly intervened to

their view, this world belonged to the powerful, while

eclipsed every other

you should just hand over the

a voice, low and commanding, resonated from

stairs, where Jason descended with a grace that

in Ruby's eyes waned just a flicker, but enough to

him a smile and nodded. "Mr. Neville, how nice of

yet

"That necklace belongs to me, Mr. Neville! And yet she

he glanced at Vera. "So you are Ms. Silva," he began smoothly, though his words carried an edge. "If the necklace is

by

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

as

I can hardly believe my ears," someone whispered,

held to principles and fairness. For Jason Neville, their future leader, to say something so ridiculous... it's

of

...

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 a thought. "Mr. Anthony, stay out of this. It's hardly worth

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

"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

observing Vera's defiance, moved closer. "Ms. Silva, since Ruby is interested

auctioned 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 but urgent. "Sir,

was steely, and his voice left no room

a defeated sigh, Anthony stepped back, his disapproval evident but

pleased smile spread across Ruby's face

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

belonged to the Nevilles. How can you cling to

piercing as steel. "An heir of the most powerful martial family and the cherished daughter of Draconia's leading alliance-both

Anthony, her

at

"Ms. Silva, forgive me.

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

he tried again to

away. "Enough! You're a butler, Anthony. Don't presume to lecture

his frustration. He turned

"

assured, the Nevilles will address this.

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

Swiftly, she caught Vera by

shoulder down. Vera grasped

sort of dignity the Brookhaven Martial

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