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

many similar events

severity, Ronald and Kyler swiftly intervened

their view, this world belonged to the powerful, while the weak had no voice to

eclipsed every other concern, it

he spoke up, his voice tentative. "Ms. Silva, maybe... maybe you should just hand over the necklace to Ruby ..."

mouth twisted, a storm of anger brewing, ready to spill-until a voice, low and commanding, resonated from behind them. "Ms. Quinn, is something the

the stairs, where Jason descended with a grace

Ruby's eyes waned just a

"Mr. Neville,

two women, his tone courteous yet unyielding.

neck, her voice colored with feigned innocence. "That necklace belongs

his words carried an edge. "If the necklace is Ms. Quinn's, I would suggest returning it. It's just a piece of jewelry, after all; hardly

Neville, you must have misunderstood. This necklace was bought for me by Robin at your family's auction for five billion. So how it could

Silva, whatever tale you tell is irrelevant to me," he replied, his tone disturbingly

hall grew louder as his words echoed, disbelief tinged with

Neville really just say that? I can hardly believe my

so ridiculous... it's just stunning," muttered another. "Isn't Jason supposed to be the perfect gentleman,

Quinn too-both of them,

...

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 worrying

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

necklace and return it, or you won't like what happens next." Vera's jaw tightened, her words sharp.

closer. "Ms. Silva, since Ruby is interested

hand it to Ms. Quinn." Anthony, alarmed, reached out again

left no room

stepped back, his

Ruby's face as she glanced

Neville. Just give me the necklace now, before things turn

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

heir of the most powerful martial family and the cherished daughter of Draconia's leading alliance-both admired both envied. Yet, you're both as tactless as schoolyard

turned to Anthony, her tone daring, "Mr.

the Nevilles to forcibly reclaim items sold at their own auctions?

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

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Anthony, hold your tongue. I decide how things are

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

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

He

"

Rest assured, the Nevilles

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

her go. Swiftly, she caught Vera by the sleeve,

down.

sort of dignity

retreat. He took a step toward