"Exactly! Although Kurtis has become an influential leader, he still cares deeply for New Avalbourne, helping us significantly in the warzone abroad."Havenwood has produced a great hero, and it's only fitting that all the prominent families' heads come to congratulate him," Percy said.That day, the Stoermer family was the star of Havenwood, and Percy felt confident to speak without worrying about how his words might be relayed to officials later.They simply did not care about such matters then.An elder, the head of Havenwood's Graham family and a close ally of the Stoermer family, smiled and said, "Yes, I agree. Kurtis is now a ruler in his own right, but his roots are here in Havenwood."We, your fellow townspeople, are proud of you. How can we possibly let you feel unwelcome since you're a hero?"He was genuinely pleased about the Stoermer family's strength.Many other family heads joined in, offering various compliments.Kurtis smiled, and he could not care less if their
The woman, it turned out, was a college classmate of Ezekiel's.When Nolan attempted to take her, Ezekiel intervened, leading to a physical fight where Nolan ended up in the hospital.Wilfred was furious and demanded an apology from the Harringtons.However, the Harringtons believed Ezekiel had done the right thing and refused to appease the Stoermers' anger.As a result, the Harringtons faced significant hardships imposed by the Stoermers.Three years had passed, but it seemed the Stoermers had not forgotten.After Phineas and Ezekiel spoke up, others in the hall followed suit."I'm Ralph Bowie, head of the Bowie family, and I also apologize to the Stoermers!""The Spark family seeks forgiveness from the Stoermers."Representatives from nine families had eagerly stepped forward to apologize to the Stoermers.Their attitudes were humble, each one slightly bowing in respect.The hall fell silent as everyone looked up at Kurtis on the throne.He seemed indifferent, and his ey
Kurtis' expression gradually softened when he saw someone knelt.However, when the Harringtons did not move, his eyes grew colder."What's this? There are still a few families not kneeling before me. Do you want to test the strength of my 3,000 soldiers?"The hall remained silent, and the members of the Stoermer family looked down arrogantly at those confessing.It was clear that no one in Havenwood would dare challenge the Stoermers after that incident.Kurtis was their ultimate source of force!Most onlookers kept their distance, unconcerned about the situation since it was not affecting them directly. However, some kind-hearted ones still felt pity for the Harringtons.Even so, that was all they could do.The Stoermers' power was overwhelming, and the Harringtons had no choice but to submit!The Harringtons and the other families were filled with anger and resentment.Kurtis had forced them to go to such extremes over minor disputes!Kneeling and surrendering half their a
As for whether Matthias had killed his men, Kurtis did not care.Even if Matthias had killed them, so what?Kurtis had 3,000 warriors! Matthias was no match for him.Furthermore, Kurtis was already a Baron-level warrior, and he was powerful.He had every reason to be confident!"Regardless, waiting for Matthias to come to us might make the Stoermer family look weak!"Kurtis' tone shifted, a fierce glint in his eye. Then, he shouted toward the hall's entrance."Order 100 men to capture Matthias and bring him to me! If he escapes, kill everyone associated with him!""Yes, Lord Kurtis!" came the immediate response from outside the hall.Everyone inside was terrified.Kurtis, the head of the House of Hurricane, was decisive and forceful, leaving everyone in awe.The loss of the ten men did not diminish their fear of Kurtis, as ten men were nothing compared to his 3,000.Kurtis' anger flared when he saw Phineas and Ezekiel still standing.He shouted, "Why aren't you kneeling ye
Kurtis could no longer suppress his anger.His face twisted with rage as he glared at the messenger and yelled, "Are you all useless?We're surrounded, yet you don't know what to do without my orders?"Go! Kill those who have surrounded the Stoermer mansion!"When did the House of Hurricane become so cowardly?"The House of Hurricane commander in the hall looked distressed.Hesitantly, he said, "My lord, the people surrounding us are stronger than our warriors. We sent out 100 men, but only 20 of our opponents killed them all. They have over 500 men!""What?" Kurtis was incredulous. "Twenty of them killed a hundred of our men? Are you joking?"Everyone in the hall was shocked.Those 100 General-level warriors had been killed by 20 of their attackers, with over 500 more at the base of the mountain!If all 500 were equally strong, then the House of Hurricane would not stand a chance, not even with their 3,000 General-level warriors.Those 500 elites must be stronger than their G
At the base of the mountain, Matthias had arrived leisurely.He and Leona had just thoroughly cleaned their new home before he headed toward the Stoermer mansion.Destroying the Stoermer family was a trivial task. He would not have bothered going there personally if not for his immense anger toward them.After all, a few of his men could have wiped them out.Alpha stood behind Matthias with a glint of excitement in his eyes.He was eager to unleash his fury.The path leading up the mountain was littered with a hundred corpses, and further up, the House of Hurricane's forces formed a dark mass.Yet, they remained still, all eyes on the mountain's base.Matthias frowned and said nonchalantly, "Why are there still so many pests? Go! Eliminate them all!""Yes, my lord!" Alpha shouted, his fighting spirit soaring.The Matthias he remembered was back!"Legion of the Unbreakable, charge! Leave no one from the House of Hurricane alive!" Alpha roared, charging forward with a swarm of
Kurtis shouted. He thought it was an ambush set up to kill him.He believed someone wanted to eliminate him and had lured him to Havenwood for that purpose, knowing he spent most of his time at House of Hurricane headquarters.Suddenly, the doors to the Stoermer mansion were kicked open.Matthias appeared, with Alpha behind him, covered in blood."It's you!" Kurtis was in disbelief.Matthias!It was Matthias!Everyone in the hall was shocked.It was indeed Matthias!He had brought those men with him!Kurtis gritted his teeth.The Stoermer family had already informed him about Matthias' identity—he was just a useless guy who had married into the Whitney family.How could he have such a terrifying force?"Matthias! Who are you really? Show me the real person who's backing you!" Kurtis shouted, refusing to believe Matthias was in charge."How dare you! Kurtis, do you have a death wish? A mere head of House of Hurricane, and you dare disrespect Lord Matthias?" Alpha roared, h
Wilfred glared at Matthias.He did not believe Matthias would dare to eliminate the entire Stoermer family.With deep-rooted connections throughout Havenwood, the Stoermers had ties that reached high places. If they were destroyed, many parties' interests would be affected.Just because they could kill the Stoermers did not mean they should. After all, not everyone could handle the consequences."The Stoermer family is involved in businesses that support countless people, and our network of allied forces and families is extensive! "Politically, we're also the governor's esteemed guests, and our connections reach all the way to the top, involving many significant figures."Should the Stoermer family fall, who would absorb the losses incurred by these influential people? Can you take on that burden, Matthias?"The other noble families of Havenwood present had similar thoughts.The Stoermer family was no small clan like the Vaughns of St. Merilo; they were a symbol of the elite a