Chapter 168

"I've already promised Leon. How could I go back on my word?! I'm the head of the Shears. If I go back on my words, I'd be a laughing stock!" Elder Shear had a serious and adamant look on his face.

He loved his granddaughter. He would have never disappointed her if this was anything else, but it involved his family's reputation. He could not joke around with that.

"But…" Cynthia still wanted to say something, but she was interrupted by Elder Shear.

"There are no buts. If you want it, then pick one of them. If you don't, then I'll just give both of them to Leon so we won't have to separate the twins," Elder Shear said.

"Of course, I want one! I'll just take one then. It's better than nothing!" Cynthia was forced to accept it, picking the Red Star of the Sea and holding it dearly.

Not too long later, Leon arrived at the Shears household. A guard led him to the garden, and Leon met the group.

"Elder Shear, it's been a while," Leon smiled and greeted Benedict.

"Leon, you're here. Le