Lance Gibson had no idea that Harvey York had already killed Layton Surrey…But he knew what it meant when Adler Lowe and Osman Bowie kneeled.The other members of the Gibson family were also filled with fear.To see such a sight before them and the fact everyone called Harvey by his title…This only meant one thing!Harvey’s identity as the representative of the country’s Martial Arts Alliance was undeniable!At this point, nobody could deny his title.No wonder Harvey dared to get involved with the Gibson family’s affairs!No wonder he dared to slap Lance in the face!With such an immense identity…Who in Heaven’s Gate would dare to lay a finger on him?Even the leader himself would not!Lance instinctively shivered.He thought he was just showing off his identity as the representative of the Martial Arts Alliance.“Sinner?”Harvey calmly glanced at Adler and Osman before approaching with his arms folded.“You finally know that you’re a sinner now?”Harvey stomped on
Naturally, Lance Gibson did not want to believe what he heard!He hoped that there was a chance for him to turn things around!Harvey York completely ignored Lance and looked at Adler Lowe and Osman Bowie.“The main perpetrator was caught, but what about the accomplices?”Adler and Osman instinctively shuddered.“The Lowe family and the Bowie family will be sent to the Imperial Prison for punishment!“We’ll accept any punishment we have to take!“Another thing! Osman and I will resign from our positions effective immediately!“Every property the Lowe family and the Bowie family own will be used for compensation!“You have full control!”Lance was about to pass out.He would have kneeled already if not for his last bit of courage.“That’s good enough. I’ll keep you two alive for now.“Then again, you’d still have to be severely punished,” said Harvey.Crack!Crack!Without Harvey saying another word, Adler and Osman snapped their arms in half.After seeing such a grueso
“The entire Golden Sands knows about Quill Gibson’s death now.“The other five Hermit Families, the Patel family, and many other wealthy families in the city are preparing for his funeral!”“What about it?” asked Harvey York.“Blaine John knows about this too.Kairi Patel spoke in a strange tone.“He decided to send Mr. Quill his way in person.“The John family have prepared an extravagant gift. They’ll be at Heaven’s Gate’s headquarters in under half a day.”Harvey frowned. The outsiders may not know, but the relationship between the six Hermit Families and the John family was no less than destructive.‘Blaine’s coming to Quill’s funeral instead of celebrating his death?‘Something’s clearly wrong here…“Are you sure he’s coming to Heaven’s Gate’s headquarters?Harvey got on the video call and frowned at Kairi.“Hasn’t he learned his lesson after going through so much?“He’s still planning to show up before me?“Is he not scared of me slapping him to death?“Besides, wh
Quill Gibson’s funeral made a stir in Golden Sands.After all, the Gibson family had always had a good reputation in the city.Quill maintained order in Golden Sands’ underworld, preventing the people of the underworld from harassing ordinary citizens along with wealthy families.For many people, Quill was the city’s guardian angel.That said, it was shocking to hear Quill’s death came from an unjust trial.Prince Gibson’s rise to power also garnered a lot of attention.Since Prince had become the leader of Heaven’s Gate, the Gibson family’s status would surely skyrocket.It was safe to say that if Prince wanted, he could unite all Golden Sands’ forces.But if Prince were to side with the Patel family, there was a great chance that the John family, one of the top ten families, would be brought down in the fight.That was why many of the wealthy families decided to send their representatives to attend Quill’s funeral.Heaven’s Gate’s headquarters became a bustling place at thi
It would be better to see everything through.Harvey York did not outright decline Prince Gibson’s request. He changed into a different jacket before heading out. Soon after, the two reached the entrance of Heaven’s Gate’s headquarters.While on the road, Prince had already warned Harvey about the prominent figure who would show up.They were expecting Azrael Bolton, the leader of the six Hermit Families’ representative group.After all, he was the most suitable senior of the Hermit Families to lead Quill’s funeral.The others were either unfit to do so or just simply busy.Harvey also looked up to Azrael. After all, it was quite respectful for him to show up in person just for Quill’s funeral.If that were not the case, a prominent figure like him would not leave Golden Sands as he pleased.After all, he held grudges against countless people. Leaving his place would be extremely unsafe.Besides, he had made a lot of preparations before coming here.Without much confidence in
Bang bang bang!The guards instantly changed expressions when they fired in the direction of the figure without question.At the same time, the expert martial artists circled out to keep Azrael Bolton and the others safe.Harvey York frowned while seeing the sight. That person must have been hiding in the same spot for more than twenty-four hours.‘They hid that long just for that one shot?‘Is it really that crucial to kill Azrael?’Boom!A loud explosion was heard while Harvey was still thinking about the situation.An arrow exploded when one of the stray bullets hit it.If the arrow landed in front of the crowd, many people would be dead or badly injured.“A hidden weapon from the Island Nations.Harvey scowled.“Damnit!”The shooter quickly stumbled out of the place after missing the target, revealing the C4 explosives strapped all over his body.He dashed right toward Azrael and the others without any hesitation.But before he could get any closer, his body was alre
“Golden Sands will be taken over by the John family, by Blaine John.”Azrael Bolton was speaking calmly when he said such shocking words.“From a certain perspective, the decisive battle for the city was initiated because of Quill Gibson’s funeral.“At first, the six Hermit Families and the Patel family didn’t have a good chance at winning…“But because of you, our chances have significantly improved!”Harvey York smiled quietly.From the moment he arrived at Golden Sands, he was already deeply involved with the city’s situation.After all, he came to track down Evermore.That said, it was a little surprising that Azrael also knew of the organization.“That’s why Blaine decided to act now.“Instead of saying that he’s going for the Hermit Families and the Patel family, I should tell you that he’s probably coming for all of us, Harvey.“Since this is such a good opportunity, he’ll surely target you as well as the rest of us.”Harvey briefly thought about the situation.“Doe
Harvey York gave a sigh when he looked in Wolsing’s direction.Who would have thought the battle for Golden Sands was just a fight for the throne?He momentarily thought about the situation.“Since Emery Wright’s involved in the situation, then why are Evermore and the Islanders also here?“Doesn’t he know that the Big Boss totally despises them?”Azrael Bolton’s following words completely shocked Harvey.“Big Boss doesn’t want to govern the country.“In his eyes, Country H belongs to everyone.“After all, only the virtuous can have the Big Boss’ position.“That was why the battle occurred in the first place.”Harvey was rendered speechless.“People who don’t know might think of you as one of Country H’s elders, Azrael…“Are you being serious right now?”“Of course I am.”Azrael looked serious.“Eliel Braff told me after he got drunk.“He’s been unhappy with Emery for the longest time as well.“It’d be trouble for him to go to Wolsing.”Right when Harvey was about to
It was obvious that Hale's anger and sorrow had pushed him to the limit. He was already blaming Sky Plane for everything. Sky Plane had just earned him as a mortal enemy."My condolences, Hale." Harvey extended his hand and tapped Hale's shoulder. "The dead can't be brought back, so the most important thing now is to recover. Sky Plane is a difficult enemy."Clarion nodded as well. "Now that Susan is dead, Sky Plane will not let this slide. However, we'll need to get you a new identity after you recover. Only when you're safe and when you can live for yourself will you have the chance to have your revenge."I've just received news that everyone in Grand City knows who you are. All the other Sacred Lands will find out very quickly. In a short while, there will be countless people looking for you, for us. That's why you need to get ready. We're running out of time."When Clarion said that, the frigid light in his eyes glinted. He didn't need to send anyone to find out what was go
"No matter what happened, she treated me well all these years. Even if I were to kill her, I want her to die with some dignity. As for the trouble from Sky Plan and her… I'll give you an explanation you'll be happy with. Please permit me," Hale said, not caring for the wounds on his body even when he was kneeling on the floor.Clarion looked stern. If he were to bring in a spy like Susan, it would help him immensely in his career. If they got her into the interrogation room and asked her proper questions, they could get valuable answers from her. That was the only value she had left.However, Clarion also knew why Hale framed it that way. She was still his wife, even when she had already betrayed him. Rather than letting someone like Clarion take her away right now and live a torturous life that she wouldn't be able to tell day by night, he'd prefer to kill her right now. That way, Susan would be able to die peacefully.But how should he choose? Clarion was having a headache rig
Hale's expression was one of shock.Susan was the same.Hale didn't expect Sky Plane's plan to be so vicious. They wanted the Chapter of Ascension and to use the chance to plunge Grand City into chaos.Susan was shocked about how accurate Harvey's guesswork was. If it wasn't because she knew that someone like him would never have a connection with Sky Plane, she would even think that he might have a hand in setting up the trap that looked like it was simply a string of coincidences.Otherwise, how would he have known everything in such detail?Clarion looked at Harvey with more admiration. While he looked like just an ordinary man, whether his power or perception was far beyond them.Hale slowly closed his eyes, forcing himself to calm down for a long time.Then, he turned and looked at Susan and muttered, "Now that we have reached this juncture, I don't think that there should be any more secrets between you and I. Just one question. Did everything happen exactly as Mr. Harvey
"Or maybe, in your subconscious, you do realize that something isn't right. Maybe you simply feel that it's better for her not to know about some things. That way, things will be safer for her," Harvey said with a shrug. "However, the truth is that she didn't get anything from you at all until yesterday, isn't it?"Hale nodded. "You're right. I did have some doubts about her in my mind, that's why I did tell her everything except the Chapter of Ascension."Hale seemed to reminisce about something else before giving a painful smile. "And then, as time passed by, I no longer suspected her. But I'm worried that it'll get her killed, so I chose not to say anything. I believed that as long as I said nothing, we'll be able to live a peaceful life! No one expects that in the end…"Hale signed, looking hopeless when he said that.However, Susan simply smiled icily. "Stop your crocodile tears, Hale. You never trusted me, so stop saying that you love me!"Hale smiled bitterly. He didn't w
Clarion was stunned when he saw Mrs. Hoffman was still trying to argue her way out."Even the way you argue is the same as the Origin Ninjas. Seriously?" Harvey smirked. "Right, I heard that the Origin Ninjas would leave the mark of a petal on the most private spot so that it was easier for them to identify each other. You must have seen it, right, Mr. Hoffman? Of course, I believe she'd definitely say it was just a tattoo that she had while she was in her youth."Unfortunately, I believe that Grand City has plenty of records. It should be quite easy for us to find the evidence we need. That's why, Mrs. Hoffman… Is there really a need to deny it anymore now that we've reached this point?"Mrs. Hoffman shuddered a little. She didn't expect that Harvey would be able to easily see through all her disguise. Most importantly, he even knew about the most damning evidence on her. In a situation like this, continuing with the argument really was pointless."You… You…!"At the same tim
Harvey said calmly, "You smell like one of them."Whoosh!Before Harvey could finish, Mrs. Hoffman immediately pounced at him. In midair, she waved her hand and threw a string of knives.All her blades were blue in color. They looked very pretty, but if they scratched one's skin, one could easily lose their lives if they weren't sent to the hospital immediately.Clarion was shocked when he saw what was unfolding. It was obvious he didn't expect Harvey's words to help them identify Mrs. Hoffman's real identity and forced her to attack.Still, that was quite normal. Thinking back about it, Mrs. Hoffman's calmness during this whole ordeal showed that she was not a normal woman.The power she suddenly showed was within their expectation, and they could understand it too.However, this exact revelation was making things more painful for Hale. It hurt him even more than finding out that his beloved wife sold him out. Clank! Clank! Clank!Harvey pulled up a small fruit knife and thr
Harvey's expression became cold as he watched Mrs. Hoffman. He was completely done with her.Mrs. Hoffman bit her lip and stared at Hale for a long time. "You're right! The one who sold you out is me. I sold your identity to other people, too. I'm also the one that almost got you killed. When I heard about the Chapter of Ascension in the morning, I was also the one who sent the message!"Hale's expression was one of bitterness and grief. He gritted his teeth and asked coldly, "Why?""Why?" Mrs. Hoffman scoffed, a hint of disdain on her face. "Why do you think I did this? Fine, I'll tell you. It's easy—after marrying you for so many years, I've never had a life of peace! We're either living in the streets or hiding! I didn't ask for a wealthy life. I just want a normal and peaceful life like any other ordinary woman! But I can't see us ever having that life! "If that's the case, why can't I gamble everything away? Why can't I sell you in exchange for wealth so I can have an e
Hale let out a bitter cry with a sorrowful expression. How could anyone expose that the person who slept next to them would be the one to stab them in the back?Hale whispered, "I simply didn't want that person to be you. You have been with me for so many years and have suffered so much. I've already treated you as my only family. If family like you betrayed me, it would do nothing but make me suffer."That was why I arranged such a test. I was hoping that Mr. Harvey would betray me once he knew who I really was and that I really did have the Chapter of Ascension. That way, I could continue executing my plans in peace."I didn't expect him to be completely uninterested in the Chapter of Ascension. Instead, you were the one who betrayed me again. It also meant that the one who turned me to Camellia and let her trace me was you…"Harvey didn't pin any blame on Hale after hearing what had happened. After giving it a thought, he said, "Normally speaking, we've just met for the first
"You… Hale! How…" Mrs. Hoffman crawled back up, her mind going black for a moment. She quickly pulled out her phone, about to make a call. Because she was too nervous, she kept on pressing the wrong numbers. She couldn't make that call.Harvey didn't say anything as he looked at this scene calmly.Meanwhile, Hale's expression began to change. There was a hint of sorrow in his eyes as he looked at the woman he loved. "Honey… Don't tell me that despite Mr. Harvey having no interest in the Chapter of Ascension, you let someone else get it instead? In short, you're the one that betrayed me… And has been betraying me…"A tear of blood formed from the corner of Hale's eyes as he spoke.Mrs. Hoffman, who was still trying to make that call, shuddered as she turned and looked at the man whom she had accompanied for many years.At the same time, someone pushed open the door. It was Clarion. He quickly walked into the room and leaned in next to Harvey, whispering, "Something happened