Chapter 1449 Xanthus's Disappearance

After Raeleigh had fallen asleep, Jepherson glanced at Santiago. He was lying on the bed soundlessly, eyes closed but still awake.

Jepherson returned to the bed and lay down beside Raeleigh. He looked at Santiago and muttered, "I've already promised Colston that I won't make things difficult for him. In the meantime, focus on helping Jacky and build up your reputation as fast as possible. We can wait, but Deanna can't."

Santiago asked, his eyes still closed, "To what extent?"

Jepherson hesitated for a moment and said, "Start with the entrance. Someone has to watch over the several strongholds in Capital City; we must control the voices of the citizens in the capital."

"Mm."

Santiago narrowed his eyes and asked, "Why did Grandma suddenly become so open-minded?"

"Grandpa has assumed responsibility for everything that happened that time. Since he does not wish for us to speak to Grandma about this, I believe he has his way of dealing with her."

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