“I wouldn’t have acted that way if I knew he was your important guest!“But now I know. Please be the better person and give me a chance!”Master Gatlin smiled faintly with his head lowered, thinking he would not be treated that harshly.Aria Surrey completely ignored him when she approached Harvey York.“I’m sorry, Sir York. I didn’t plan things through.“I’ll make it a point to give you a proper explanation.”Aria coldly glared around her.Harvey was an outstanding man.Not only did he take down the troublemakers of the Outskirts Budokan with a single slap, but he also dealt with the Surrey family’s biggest problem.Aria was about to go crazy after thinking about just that.Though, Harvey could not be bothered. He did not want to cause a scene in a small place like this.“It’s fine. It’s just some small fry barking around,” said Harvey casually.“There’s no need to ruin your mood because of this.”Harvey was just about to leave.It was a good thing for him to attend the
Master Gatlin instinctively looked at Alvaro Osborne.He most likely did something like this because of him anyway.He only wanted Alvaro to speak on his behalf at this very moment.If not, he would have to beg for mercy.Alvaro’s eyes also kept twitching.He was the young master of the Osborne family and a part of the Border Force. He was a man with immense power and authority…But that did not mean he could go against the Surrey family.After all, there were many young masters of the Osborne family, but only one princess in the Surrey family!Aria was also Lennon Surrey’s beloved granddaughter.Alvaro had no idea what to do because of that.After seeing Aria being this respectful towards Harvey York, he instantly felt like slapping himself in the face.‘Is this all true?‘Am I not dreaming here?’That said, Alvaro could not just sit still at this point.If he pretended nothing ever happened in the first place, he would only embarrass himself even further.He had no cho
When Alvaro Osborne ran away with his tail between his legs, Asher Klein seemed horrible.Harvey York was not directly confronting him, nor did Aria Surrey say anything to him…But this was not something worth celebrating either.Rather, Harvey’s arrogance was no different than ignorance.Judging from Asher’s prideful attitude, he could never stomach such humiliation.That said, Aria was at the top of her generation in the Surrey family.Asher belonged to the Wolven Tribe’s direct descendant, but just like Alvaro, he was not chosen to be a successor. On the contrary, he had siblings fighting against him for the throne.They were destined to be inferior compared to Aria.Simply put, Alvaro and Asher had no right to go against Harvey since Aria was supporting him.-Roger Cobb, Lorel Bree, and Teo Fairman were shocked to their core.Nobody thought Harvey could fight back as he was about to be crushed.Typically speaking, this simply was not possible!And yet it happened…“W
“Even though Aenar Temple is holding the auction, the Surrey family is the biggest investor of the event.“I thought I didn’t need an invitation for you. After all, that wouldn’t be right judging from a man of your stature.“I didn’t think that this would happen…“I didn’t plan things through. Please forgive me.”Aria Surrey intentionally ambled while she was walking with Harvey York.She carefully looked at Harvey’s profile, waiting for a response.“It’s not a big deal.”Harvey looked as if what happened did not bother him at all.Aria felt confused.‘As expected from a master like him. People like Alvaro and Asher are completely inferior compared to him…’The two came to the third floor. This was where the auction would be held.Many people were already sitting in the dark corners, quietly anticipating the auction to start.Harvey and Aria’s appearances attracted quite a lot of attention, but the people around here were all prominent figures of the outskirts. As long as t
The Black Card was a symbol of great status and also represented Harvey York’s wealth.Aria Surrey thought he only had the combat prowess to back himself up. Her heart was throbbing nonstop while she was completely sluggish.She thought showing Harvey’s immense wealth would probably make Harvey look up to the family…But she understood that Harvey was more than meets the eye.A man close to being a God of War having a Black Card…People like that would surely have immense strength and riches.He most likely also had immense authority in Golden Sands as well.The Surrey family could not find anything about him, probably because of Harvey’s extremely high status.This would explain his calm demeanor despite what had happened.After all, why would a powerful man like him even argue with someone lower than him?Worms would always remain as worms, after all.Aria quickly hid the last bit of her pride when she respectfully spoke.“I heard many people here are interested in this,
Aria Surrey seemed slightly angry after seeing Miley Surrey’s actions.She quickly composed herself before speaking again.“That’s no ordinary man, Sir York.“He’s one of Aenar Temple’s Four Consuls…“Stefan Augustus!“It’s said he’s Great Wall’s closed disciple. Not only does he have an immense identity, but his combat prowess is also impressive.“Miley has a high status in Aenar Temple, but she’s just an ordinary woman before a man like that.”Aria wanted to call Miley a mere plaything, but she could lower the Surrey family’s status for claiming such.Harvey gave a chuckle.“So, he’s also here for the One-Eyed Bead?”Aria lightly nodded.The Eyed Beads had profound significance.The Mandala One-Eyed Bead was also said to be the first one created by the founder of a sect.Whichever Great Temple that acquired the bead could announce their total authority.“Oh? Isn’t that my dear sister?”Miley noticed Harvey and Aria, and she smiled while swaying her legs around.“I hea
“You do?Stefan Augustus snickered before leaning on his chair.“Do you have something to do that’s more important than me right now?“Stay back after the auction.He quickly snapped his fingers to cut Aria Surrey off before she could even speak.“Let’s continue.”His calm words seemed irrefutable.Nobody would even let out a single breath at this very moment.Miley Surrey peeled a grape before feeding it to Stefan with her mouth.In front of the consul, only a gentle look could be seen from the proud Fourth Lady.The auctioneer showed admiration while looking at the sight. Only consuls of sects could make one of the ladies from the four great tribes obey him like this.Stefan looked around him, completely ignoring everyone’s gaze.“You’ve all seen the One-Eyed Bead.“I can safely tell you all, just like the legends say, the bead is indeed created by the legendary founder!“Of the Eight-Eyed Beads, this is also the first to be created!“The bead is a true treasure! A hig
The auctioneer stared at Harvey York.“You shouldn’t be spouting nonsense, Mister!“You better prove that you have that kind of money, or you’ll have to pay the price!”Swoosh!Harvey grabbed his Black Card from Aria Surrey before flicking it at the auctioneer’s table.“You should know what it means, right?”The auctioneer’s eyes twitched after seeing the card.He knew Harvey had an impressive status since he came with Aria.But he least expected that Harvey would have a Black Card!Less than ten people in the outskirts even had such a thing…Harvey’s card showed that he had immense wealth.Even Stefan did not have a Black Card.Simply put, Harvey had the right to challenge him.Without a second thought, the auctioneer hesitated momentarily before respectfully handing the Black Card over to Harvey.He could not go against Stefan, nor should he oppose someone with a Black Card…Even if Harvey was here to cause trouble.Many people sighed after seeing the sight. Nobody th
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