Chapter 698

"So, what exactly does the court want with Selene?" Frederick asked with a piercing gaze.

Melanie replied, "Alchemy."

Frederick's expression changed slightly as he narrowed his eyes. "What kind of alchemy?"

"I'm not entirely sure, but it's undeniable that they intend to use Selene as an important medical ingredient," Melanie explained.

"Since Cyrus's death, they haven't given up on targeting Selene. Although they didn't mobilize the Dragon Brigade, they quietly sent people to Mirage City. However, your family has remained low-profile and unnoticed. Plus, since Selene spent most of her time elsewhere, they couldn't find her even after years of searching."

Frederick frowned. "But things are different now."

With his business gaining some recognition in Centropolis, it was only a matter of time before those people traced Selene. She was in significant danger now.

Melanie continued, "Yeah, according to what I've heard, the spies in Mirage City have already started moving to Centropo