He Know Everything

"Disgusting demon!" Ed hissed. Before this, he hadn't condemned Esli's 'tastes', but his actions were worthy of contempt. Esli had tied Jade into a marriage solely to conceal his personal preferences. Indeed, Jade was perfect; he had the right name, appeared respectable, and appeared normal.

"So who is their father?" Ed inquired, feeling somewhat relieved. He knew Ruby would be glad to hear this news. Her father, Esli, was a burden that Ruby never wanted to remember.

"Hans. Hans Dominguez. He worked for Señor Ramos before me," Mendez replied, still bowing his head.

"Esli's assistant before you?" Ed confirmed.

"Yes."

"And where is he now?"

"Dead."

The short answer was something Ed had already guessed. Esli wouldn't have let Hans live. The real reason for killing the poor man wasn't out of jealousy; most likely, it was just to protect his reputation.

"Despicable. He killed the man who was with Jade, yet he never even touch