The Heiress’ Return: Six Brothers at Her Beck and Call

Chapter 1639 Fredric's Regret

Lucas could hear the deep pride and affection Jackson had for Wynter. This wasn't surprising, given that she was an apprentice Jackson had gotten from Southdale and one who he owed his life to.

Lucas dared not tell Jackson that Wynter had been suppressed by those in power. He knew Jackson too well. He was devoted to the country and couldn't stand such injustice.

Lucas feared that Jackson would worry. His position was so important that if it were shaken, it would become a major issue.

Hence, Lucas continued to deceive and play along with these people, listening to their nonsense about "preferring to do nothing than to make mistakes".

Everything contrasted with the conversation he'd had with Jackson before he left.

Back then, they stood together atop a building, looking out over the endless mountains in the distance when Jackson said, "Do what you must without hesitation just as you did in Southdale. I am here in Kingbourne, waiting for you and Wynter to return."

These people simply didn't deserve any mercy!

the power in your hands to disregard

being knowledgeable and composed. Yet, at that moment, as he

deserve to die!" Lucas

Lucas was capable of saying

moment he heard the words

even the trafficking of human organs didn't mean much. What truly concerned

Village being in the spotlight meant an in-depth

just acting based on evidence. As for the benefit exchange with the Wray family, he

prior records on the first day in his position. As long as he didn't admit anything, no

allow him to fall so easily. If Fredric were brought down, he would definitely be affected, too. Moreover, Valen Village's issue had

had noticed such a

even begin to imagine what would happen to him if Valen Village's scandal

mind raced as he thought about the identity of the person responsible for this investigation and why they were investigating Valen

he should have received a