The Man's Decree

“Don’t be afraid, Mr. Goeckner. My daughter is chained up. She won’t be able to hurt you,” Atlas hastily reassured. He feared that Hyrum might be frightened away.

“A mere hysteria can’t scare me,” Hyrum replied. He immediately took out a packet of white powder and tossed it toward Effie. Effie inhaled the white powder, and immediately, she calmed down, her eyes gradually regaining clarity.

Atlas was thrilled by this unexpected development, not anticipating that Hyrum would swiftly subdue his daughter’s condition.

With Effie now restored to her normal state, Hyrum infused her with a stream of spiritual energy. After a moment, Hyrum’s expression turned grave, causing unease to settle in Atlas.

Stepping out of the arcane array, Hyrum addressed him, “Mr. Jablonski, your daughter’s condition is quite serious. If this continues, I fear she won’t have much time left…”

Hearing this, Atlas became panicked. “Mr. Goeckner, could you save my daughter? If you could cure her, I’ll do anything you ask. I can even retire from my mayorship and let you succeed me…”

Hyrum felt a surge of joy inside. Although he couldn’t be the mayor, he could certainly use Atlas to deal with Jared.

just that the treatment

the pill concoction. I will

However, there is one thing I would ask of you,” Hyrum stated as he

things if you so require,” Atlas said, desperate to save his

in Salinsburgh City within a day or two, so I would like

in Salinsburgh City will be captured.” Atlas nodded, showing little concern

swift agreement, a smug expression crossed Hyrum’s

to bind your daughter now. The medicine I just administered will ensure she won’t relapse for three days. Within that time, I will concoct

Goeckner! Thank you so much,” Atlas expressed with

Hyrum out of the mayor’s mansion, then issued the

his arrest, Jared, accompanied by Victor and

their entry. For Hamish, it was

to Effie’s room. His familiarity with the mansion’s layout indicated

Victor found it empty. The empty