The Man's Decree

Chapter 1142 Beware Of Tricks

Though he did not know about the grudge between Coby and Jared, Skylar assumed that his host and Jared had crossed paths before when Coby struck under the assumption that he, Skylar, was Jared from their first meeting.

Unbeknownst to Skylar, Coby did not actually have a grudge. Instead, Coby’s intention to duel with Jared was just to stroke his ego.

Skylar hurriedly set his coffee down and stood up when Coby appeared in the hall.

“Mr. Coby!” Skylar called out courteously.

“Mr. Norton, to what do I owe the pleasure of your visit to my humble abode? Oh, you appear injured!”

Coby leered at Skylar as he continued, “Who in such a destitute place as Xenhall would dare to lay a finger on you, Mr. Norton?”

Skylar did not take Coby’s ridicule to heart, as he was in the latter’s house asking for his help.

Jared, Mr. Coby?” Skylar said pleasantly. “I’m here

injuries a gift from Jared, then? I’m afraid to disappoint you, but I do not have a grudge against Jared. Your information about his movements is useless

to Skylar’s as he continued his torment, “Why don’t you return to your home for reinforcements

Jared today, Mr.

you referring to the secret

aback. “How did

with laughter at Skylar’s expression. “Hah! I wasn’t sure before, but I

had tricked him. Coby had hitherto been unaware

are right. There is a secret to the tower at Gardner Manor. Thanks to it, I have been able to break through so quickly

asked curiously. “What

glanced about him in

“Leave us, all of you,”

of any tricks, Mr. Coby,” Jericho reminded Coby in a whisper to the

my foot! He’s no match for me, even in his prime! Besides, he’s