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.

in the Martial Alliance dared to

years, many similar

Ronald and Kyler swiftly

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

happiness eclipsed every

you should just hand over the necklace to Ruby ..." Vera's gaze sharpened, her voice like ice. "This necklace is a gift from Robin.

a voice, low and commanding, resonated

where Jason descended with a grace that seemed practiced, his presence an immediate command

in Ruby's eyes waned just a flicker, but

smile and nodded. "Mr. Neville, how

tone courteous yet unyielding. "Ms. Quinn, are

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

you are Ms. Silva," he began smoothly, though 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;

was bought for me by Robin at your family's auction for five

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

grew louder as his

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

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

Ms. Quinn too-both of them, together

...

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.

who watched the exchange with curiosity and

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

Silva, since Ruby is interested in the necklace, you'd do well to pass

I'll even add another 150 million if you simply hand it to Ms. Quinn." Anthony, alarmed, reached out again to

was steely, and his voice left no room

defeated sigh, Anthony stepped back, his disapproval evident

Ruby's face as she glanced at

me

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

as steel. "An 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,

it truly the policy of the Nevilles to forcibly reclaim items sold at their own auctions? I'd

Silva,

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tongue. I decide how

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

of charm fell away. "Enough! You're

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

"

young master ... he's still learning. Rest assured, the Nevilles

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

ready to let her go. Swiftly, she caught Vera by the

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

of dignity

Ruby's actions but didn't retreat. He took a step toward Vera. His