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

Chapter 1716 Some Clues

As Wynter approached Rohan, she silently flung a silver needle at him. Rohan instantly dropped to his knees, as though his strength had been drained away.

The chamber of commerce members rushed to support him and glared at Wynter. "What did you do to Mr. Tarvin? "they demanded.

Wynter clapped her hands and glanced at Rohan. "Oh, nothing much. I was just keeping someone quiet. You sure know how to be ungrateful, Mr. Tarvin. It's a pity you're up against me--your good days are over.

"Just to be clear, it's not essential for me to acquire the market, but this place is dangerous. Unlike you guys, who only look out for yourselves, I have the people in mind."

As she spoke, a cultivator in his 40s, with a feather wand in hand, stepped out from the crowd. The chamber of commerce members hurriedly cleared a path for him, which further bolstered his ego.

The cultivator stopped beside Rohan, drawing out the silver needle from the latter's acupuncture point with a flick of the feather wand. He then turned to Wynter and chided, "You shouldn't needle others for no reason."

With a glance at his shoulder, Wynter recognized the cultivator as a disciple in Kaspar's lineage. Out of respect for Kaspar, she refrained from taking any action against them.

Instead, she explained calmly, "I don't usually act unless necessary. And when I do, it's because I'm dealing with a fiend."

Enraged by her words, Rohan attempted to order his men to strike but was stopped by the cultivator.

The cultivator approached Wynter and introduced himself, "I'm Cornelius Dagworth from Mt. Dragon, a disciple of the renowned cultivator, Alban Silvester. Did you mention this place is dangerous? That's ridiculous. "This site sits strategically at the heart of three vital geomantic points, benefitting from a clear north-south energy flow and sustained by the city's fortune. No matter how you look at it, it's a truly valuable spot. It's definitely not as you've claimed it is."

Although Wynter was more well-versed in fortune-telling and geomancy, she had no interest in debating theories with Cornelius. "Even with a highly strategic location, this area is overrun with humans and animals.

"Without proper management, it becomes a breeding ground for germs, risking potential outbreaks."

She continued calmly, "You're Mr. Silvester's disciple, you say? Does he not advise you to trust in science and medicines rather than relying on mediums? Let's be clear-it's the frontline workers who determine this place's cleanliness, not you."

Cornelius bristled at her words and retorted, "I know you're the Quinnell family's daughter. I've been showing you respect because they are acquainted with Mr. Silvester.

"However, I've trained for years at Mt. Dragon. While I may not be as powerful as Mr. Silvester, I do have some skills.

"But you, Ms. Quinnell, are nothing but ignorant. You insult Mt. Dragon's arts with your nonsensical words. It's an utter disgrace to the Quinnells' name. Or, are the youngsters nowadays perhaps prone to exaggeration?"

When Cornelius mentioned Alban, his eyes gleamed with admiration. In contrast, he addressed Wynter with a tone of disdain, seemingly belittling her for her background.

The chamber of commerce members echoed his assertion.

"Mr. Dagworth hails from Mt. Dragon, while you're just a girl taken in by the Quinnells. You don't measure up to him."

"Mr. Dagworth is the Colifernia Chamber of Commerce's esteemed guest. Since his arrival, we've been on an upward trajectory, especially with his participation in the Arcane Way Forum. He even triumphed over foreign fortune tellers recently, bringing great honor to Cascadia!" a member added.

"It's merely a title, nothing more.

to his feet, he chimed in, "No need for modesty, Mr. Dagworth. That girl is all talk when she claims this place is dangerous. I'm sure she's just eyeing

Mt. Dragon, he had been relegated to house chores and meal duties. While he occasionally trained with Alban, he

to be recognized upon leaving the mountains. He had everything he wanted in the Colifernia Chamber of Commerce, to the point where he even dismissed Alban's calls. Lost in the flattery and praise, he started

and asked,

the question before replying, "He's Mr. Silvester's mentor. I never expect you to know about him.

Kaspar. So, he added smugly, "You're welcome to join Mt. Dragon, though Mr. Stavius is out of your league. I

nothing like Kaspar. She was certain Cornelius would be mortified if he learned that

hearing the chuckle, Cornelius interpreted it as mockery. "Why are you laughing?

regained her composure and smirked. "No, you're not. You claimed this place is energized by a clear north south flow and sustained by the city's fortune, but you fail to realize that toxic energy could

exposed to bloody energy. Tell me, what should be avoided when arranging a

her a sharp look at her professional inquiry. Still, he answered with clear

"And where, may I ask, is the energy

toward the southwest.

the energy flow from the north-south side. Even if energy flows in, it's likely to turn toxic under such conditions,"

and scoffed. "Your understanding is shallow, yet you arrogantly jumped to conclusions. It seems the

been obscured. He snorted coldly and shot back, "Sounds like you have an issue with us, Ms Quinnell. Your family

a favor, you say? Does Mr. Stavius

lashed out in fury, when a young cultivator held him

she insulted Mt. Dragon!" Cornelius

Anyone who disrespects Mt. Dragon will

and remember what

girl isn't a cultivator. She probably read a few books on fortune-telling and bluffed her way through. Our goal is the Arcane Way Forum and to support the Colifernia Chamber of Commerce. Just ignore her." Though Wolstan was young, his talent clearly surpassed Cornelius'. However,

ant unworthy of their time. As he turned

"See that? You'll never acquire the market, even if you

Bureau of Land Management, but I doubt they'll entertain you. What an ignorant

him, she turned to Dalton with a smile. "Have I ever told you how much I hated those orthodox sects

she used to say that all the time. Back in the day, Mt. Dragon's cultivators had been infuriated by her antics, yet

grand masters have gone incognito to smaller chapels or lived as ordinary citizens. Only Mt. Dragon

place is home to many noble individuals who've contributed to saving humanity. These fools are just basking in their reflected glory," Wynter murmured. Given her temper, she would've acted

time arguing.

want publicly embarrass Mt. Dragon, she let the cultivators leave unscathed. Besides, she had a feeling they would cross paths again soon. By then, she would be sure to ask Kaspar how he lectured his disciples. And if the local Bureau of Land Management turned her down, just as Rohan stated, she wouldn't hesitate

saw through her thoughts and coughed softly. "Judging by the time, their blessings should've run dry

now."

on a train, seemed to have sensed a change. He stopped

him, Maurice sensed something was off as well. "I

replied. He couldn't understand why such a thing would

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