An Understated Dominance, Dustin Rhys story. Chapters 1301 and beyond - JUNLEE (aka Jungal2000) English interpretation

Translated by Jungal2000

This is my take on an ongoing Chinese novel by an unknown author. I've never been much of a reader when it comes to lengthy novels, but as soon as I delved into this tale, I was hooked like a fanatic. And I can't seem to stop. Unfortunately, the English version I was following only released three chapters a day, and my appetite for the story was insatiable. So, I decided to take matters into my own hands and started translating the Chinese text myself. Along the way, I've tried to inject some context into it because Google's translation tends to be too literal.

I've used different names for characters in my translations since they're a result of my own artistic interpretation. I began my translations from Chapter 967, which was posted in a different discussion thread. My aim is to tackle at least 100 chapters a week. However, as much as I love translating and reading this novel, I make sure to reserve my weekends for my family and friends – they're the ones who matter most to me.

The reason for this new thread is that during my two days off, some talented translators have continued where I left off. Their work is already shared and posted in my previous thread. This is fantastic news for readers looking for weekend reads. To avoid any confusion, I decided to create a new thread where I can upload and continue my translations. I'm doing all of this out of love for the story and the enjoyment I get from the process; it makes me feel like I'm a part of the narrative.

For those who are new to this, the best translations are provided by Muhindi Wa Kuchoma, and they are the work of the legendary translator Marina Vitori.


This is the tale of a prince, a legendary Kirin known as Logan Rhys. His life underwent a dramatic change a decade ago when his mother met a mysterious and untimely demise. Fueled by a relentless pursuit of truth, justice, and vengeance, he abandoned his royal palace and adopted the guise of a commoner, going by the name Dustin Rhys. The once-arrogant young prince transformed into a timid and soft-spoken individual, making him an easy target for bullies.

During these ten years, Logan secretly honed his skills and strength, undergoing a profound transformation. However, a recent divorce from his wife, Dahlia Nicholson, after three years of marriage, coupled with a series of life-altering events, pushed him back into action. Slowly but surely, he began to shed his timid persona, reemerging as the formidable figure he once was.

Join us as we follow the journey of Dustin, or Logan, as he strives to surpass, outmaneuver, and overpower entire armies and kingdoms, all through his own determination and bare hands.
 
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Does any one has any idea how Manny chapters are more to be expected from this amazing novel !! I mean there are alr 1800+ but still how Manny more could we expect !!
 
Jungal2000 said:
What do you think about how this story ranks characters? I'm a bit puzzled by the author's use of 'grandmaster' and 'half-step grandmaster.' Which one holds a higher rank? Dustin mentioned he's a half-step grandmaster before, so does that mean half-step is higher than just 'grandmaster'?
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According to me Rank holds as -
Master -
Half GrandMaster - Cornelius
GrandMaster - Ronald Reeds, Paul Hill , Michael Robinson and others
Supreme GrandMaster - Dustin just got a break through to supreme grandmaster through Sky Spirit Orb.

Note - Dustin becomes the grandmaster at the age of 15 and Scarlett at the age of 18.
Tyler also become a grandmaster 3 years back*
 
Jungal2000 said:
Chapter 1491 A Chance to Make Amends

"Uncle, how should we deal with this person? You decide."

Abigail pointed to Dominic, who was kneeling on the ground, with a look that seemed to say she considered him already dead.

At this moment, Dominic suddenly regained his senses as if he had just woken up from a dream. He was in a state of panic and said, "Lu... Dustin, please don't kill me. I know I was wrong, I won't dare again. I promise I'll never be your enemy again, please spare my wretched life!"

"Spare your wretched life?"

Dustin snorted, "You've schemed against me multiple times, used all kinds of despicable methods, and now you have the nerve to beg for mercy? Do you think it's possible?"

Dominic knelt down on both knees and crawled to Dustin's front, grabbing Dustin's pants leg with both hands, crying out, "Dustin! Lord Dustin! It has nothing to do with me, I never intended to harm you. It was all Isabela's idea. I just followed orders, please, forgive the little guy and let me go!"

"Isabela?"

Dustin narrowed his eyes slightly. "Tell me, this time you tried to harm me, was it for revenge? Or was there another purpose?"

Dominic didn't dare to hesitate and hurriedly replied, "Because of the incident with the Jade Dew Ointment, we suffered heavy losses. So Isabela suggested capturing you and using torture to extract other top-quality medicine formulas from you to recover our losses and make a fresh start."

"This woman is really malicious. I've helped her several times and even saved her life, but she has been seeking revenge in every possible way, pushing me into a corner. If it were an ordinary person, they might have met a tragic end already," Dustin said coldly.

"Yeah! This wretched woman repays kindness with enmity, and she's as vicious as a snake. I've disliked her for a long time!" Dominic nodded repeatedly. "Lord Dustin! As long as you spare my life, I'll be your dog from now on. I can help you deal with Isabela, and I'll make sure she pays the price she deserves!"

"Isabela is your fiancée. Are you really willing to take action against her?" Dustin asked with a meaningful tone.

"What kind of nonsense fiancée! We only have a family alliance; there's no personal relationship. Besides, who would like a woman like her?" Dominic complained.

If it weren't for his father's strict orders, he would never have been with Isabela.

"Seeing your sincerity, I'll give you a chance to make amends."

Dustin said casually, "When you go back, tell the Torby family that they have three days to hand over the top-quality spiritual medicine I want. Otherwise, I'll make their family fall apart."

"Alright, alright... I'll deliver the message!" Dominic nodded vigorously.

"In addition, I don't want anyone else to know about today's events. Do you understand?" Dustin said, looking down at him.

"I understand, I understand!" Dominic nodded repeatedly.

"Alright, you can go now." Dustin waved his hand.

"Thank you, Lord Dustin!"

Dominic felt as if he had received a pardon. After kowtowing several times loudly, he quickly crawled out of the old mansion.

His appearance clearly showed that he had been frightened out of his wits.

"Uncle, he wanted to harm you. Are you really just letting him go like this?" Abigail asked, a bit puzzled.

"This guy still has some use. Let's let him live for now," Dustin said calmly.

Killing Dominic would be easy for him. However, after killing him, he would definitely face the furious retaliation of both the Torby and Stratford families. Although he wasn't afraid, it would be troublesome, and it might affect the overall situation.

So, he chose to intimidate Dominic instead.

Through Dominic, he could spread fear and force the Stratford family to withdraw, while also completely severing ties with the Torby family.

This would leave the Torby family isolated and without support, making it easier to deal with.

"Okay, Uncle, as long as you're happy with it," Abigail said sweetly.

A person of such insignificance, whether they lived or died, didn't matter much.

"Abigail, how long have you been in Stonia?" Dustin changed the topic.

"Just arrived," Abigail didn't hide it. "The Mystic Arts Order recently took on a big business deal, and my grandmother asked me to lead the team. It's a chance for me to gain experience, and it's also an opportunity to go out and have some fun and relax."






Chapter 1492 Out of Danger

"Oh? Do we need so many experts from the Mystic Arts Order for this job? It seems like this business deal is not simple," Dustin said, looking somewhat surprised.

Behind Abigail, there were several martial grandmasters. The rest were either half-step grandmasters or peak innate experts. This formidable force was extremely rare and could rival the Four Royal Families.

"It's indeed not simple, because the person who issued this job is..."

Abigail was about to speak but was interrupted by an elderly man behind her. He said, "Grand Sorceress, this is a crucial secret of the Mystic Arts Order. It must not be revealed to outsiders!"

"Hmm?"

Abigail turned to give the elderly man a glance, which sent shivers down his spine. Goosebumps appeared all over his body. "I'll say it again, this is my master, not an outsider. You better rephrase your words."

"My apologies, I was wrong."

The elderly man immediately lowered his head, feeling extremely apprehensive.

"Abigail, forget it."

Dustin shook his head. "Since it's a secret, I won't insist on knowing. I'm the type of person who doesn't like trouble. The more I know, the heavier the burden, and it's better not to know."

"Well... alright."

Abigail smiled and didn't force the matter.

Indeed, revealing this secret could bring danger to Dustin.

"Uncle, I'm a little hungry. Can you take me for a late-night snack?" Abigail pouted playfully.

"No problem! You've just arrived in Stonia, so tonight, let me host you and welcome you!"

...

The next morning, at Willowbrook Medical Center, in a certain VIP ward.

Dominic, covered in bandages, lay unconscious on the hospital bed.

After narrowly escaping from the dangerous situation last night, he had rushed back home. However, as soon as he entered the house, he collapsed on the floor and was immediately rushed to the hospital for treatment.

"Doctor, how is my son? Is there any danger?"

Seeing Dominic, who had just come out of the operating room, Horatio couldn't help but worry.

"Mr. Stratford, please rest assured. Your young master has only suffered some superficial injuries. We have carefully treated them, and there is no major issue," one of the doctors replied.

"That's good."

Horatio let out a sigh of relief, then asked, "But it's been quite some time, why hasn't my son woken up yet?"

"Your young master experienced some shock last night, and his emotions were quite unstable. We administered a sedative to help him sleep soundly through the night, which would aid in his recovery. Judging by the time, he should be waking up soon," the doctor explained.

As soon as the doctor finished speaking, Dominic, lying on the hospital bed, slowly opened his eyes.

"He's awake! He's really awake!"

Horatio's face lit up, and he quickly walked to the bedside, asking with concern, "Dominic, how do you feel? Is there any discomfort in your body?"

"Why am I here, Dad?"

Dominic looked around, feeling a bit confused.

"You came home covered in blood last night, which scared me. Fortunately, we rushed you to the hospital in time, and there was no danger to your life."

Horatio explained, "But why were you injured like this? What happened? Tell me, and I'll stand up for you!"

"Last night?"

Dominic was momentarily stunned, and then he seemed to remember something. His expression changed, and he exclaimed, "Dad! Notify them immediately! Cancel all cooperation with the Torby family from now on, and cut off all ties with them! Never deal with them again!"

"Cancel all cooperation with the Torby family?"

Horatio was taken aback. "What's going on? Why the sudden decision?"

"Dad, they... they are not what they seem! They tried to kill me last night!" Dominic's face was filled with anger and determination.





Chapter 1493 Breaking Ties

"What?"

Looking at the emotionally agitated Dominic, Horatio couldn't help but feel baffled.

Could this kid have damaged his head? Why was he spouting nonsense like this?

"Dad! Don't just stand there, give the order quickly, or our Stratford family will be in great trouble!" Dominic was growing increasingly impatient.

He remembered clearly what Dustin had said last night. Although he had narrowly escaped, it didn't mean he was truly safe. If they continued to collude with the Torby family, they were heading for a dead end!

After all, Dustin was not only a supreme grandmaster but also the master of the Mystic Arts Order's Grand Sorceress. With just a word from him, he could easily destroy the Stratford family. In front of the world's top evil sect, even the Four Royal Families had to bow down and submit!

"Doctor, didn't you say my son is fine? Why is he suddenly spouting nonsense when he wakes up?" Horatio turned around, his tone slightly accusing.

"... Doctor."

"Dad! I'm not spouting nonsense; I'm serious!" Dominic's expression turned solemn. "The Torby family is like a time bomb. We must stay away, or the consequences will be unimaginable!"

"Dominic, have you been threatened?" Horatio furrowed his brows slightly.

His son had a fair amount of smartness and had never acted so panicked before.

"Dad, for certain reasons, I can't tell you everything about this matter, but please believe me. Don't have any further dealings with the Torby family, and don't take any action against Dustin. He's not someone we can provoke!" Dominic said firmly.

"Dominic, we have cooperated with the Torby family for a long time. Our business dealings are close, and we are already in the same boat. Moreover, you and Isabela have an engagement. How can we easily sever our ties?" Horatio shook his head.

Breaking ties with the Torby family was too heavy a price to pay without sufficient reason.

"Dad, when it comes to life and death, we must make a tough decision. Even if we suffer heavy losses, we can't have any connection with the Torby family anymore!" Dominic said with a serious expression.

"Is it really that serious?"

Horatio frowned. "Dominic, what exactly happened? Can you explain it more clearly?"

"Dad, I have a hidden truth that I can't reveal, or else both you and I will be in trouble. Right now, please just trust my decision," Dominic said.

"This..."

Horatio rubbed his chin, beginning to ponder.

It was clear that his son had suffered some kind of shock. Otherwise, the heir to a prominent family like him wouldn't be so anxious and agitated. Furthermore, all of this seemed to be connected to someone named Dustin.

The problem was, how could an unknown figure have such great power? Or was he hiding his true abilities?

"Dominic..."

At this moment, Isabela suddenly entered the hospital room, carrying a fruit basket in her hand.

"Uncle Horatio."

Isabela greeted Horatio and then looked at the heavily bandaged Dominic in surprise. "Dominic! What happened to you? Why are you injured like this?"

"Hmph! I ended up like this all because of you!" Dominic said with a hint of sarcasm.

"Me?" Isabela was taken aback. "Dominic, are you joking? What does this have to do with me?"

"Why wouldn't it be related to you? You and your Torby family caused this trouble, and I have to clean up the mess for you. No matter what happens, I'm the first to deal with it. And now, I'm injured like this. Can you honestly say that you have nothing to do with it?" Dominic's face was cold.

In the past, he had tried to please Isabela in various ways for the sake of their two families' alliance. However, now he couldn't care less.





Chapter 1494 Lapdog No More

Dominic decided to reveal everything!

"Dominic, I know you've been through some difficulties, but as a man, what's a little hardship? You wouldn't make me, a weak woman, show my face and deal with it outside, would you?" Isabela pouted, showing some dissatisfaction with the attitude of the person in front of her.

"Enough, I don't want to argue with you about the past. From now on, don't come looking for me, and as for our engagement, I declare it null and void!" Dominic said coldly.

"Null and void engagement?" Isabela widened her eyes, finding it hard to believe. "Dominic, are you joking?"

"Haven't you heard me clearly? Then let me say it again: I want to call off the engagement!" Dominic raised his voice.

"Call off the engagement?" Isabela was completely stunned. She never expected that the person in front of her would say such words. Just last night, he had been obedient to her, trying to please her in every way. How could he suddenly change like this?

"Dominic! Don't act recklessly!" Horatio scolded.

Even if they were going to cut ties with the Torby family, it didn't need to be done so openly. They were risking turning their cooperation into a bitter feud.

"Uncle Horatio, is Dominic sick?" Isabela cautiously asked.

"I'm not sick! I'm perfectly fine!" Dominic erupted, no longer holding back. "Isabela, I've tolerated you for far too long. Do you know how annoying you are? You're capricious, petty, and incredibly jealous. Whenever you see a woman who's prettier or more talented than you, you go out of your way to ruin her. You're nothing but a venomous woman!"

"How dare you insult me like this?" Isabela was both shocked and furious.

No one had ever dared to humiliate her like this before, and the most astonishing part was that it came from her fiancé.

"What's wrong with insulting you? Women like you make me sick just by looking at you! Get lost!" Dominic didn't hold back.

"You dare!"

Isabela was infuriated and slapped Dominic across the face.

"You damn well dare to hit me?" Dominic didn't hold back either and retaliated with a slap of his own. Due to his excessive force, Isabela stumbled and fell to the ground, clutching her swollen and red face.

"You... You actually dare to lay hands on me?" Isabela, shocked and angry, couldn't believe it. She had always been the one hitting others, and no one had ever dared to hit her.

"I spit on you!" Dominic spat on the ground. "Do you think I'll still tolerate you like before? I've awakened to the truth. I won't be your lapdog anymore. If you dare to mess with me, I won't be polite!"

"Dominic! I command you to apologize to me immediately, or you can get ready to go to war with our Torby family!" Isabela threatened loudly.

The Torby family's influence was even stronger than that of the Stratford family, so she had the confidence to speak like this.

"Go to war? I'm not afraid of you! Do you think I'm scared of you? At worst, we'll all go down together!" Dominic yelled.

"You... You've gone too far!" Isabela was distorted with anger.

She had thought that by making a slight threat, Dominic would compromise. She never expected him to be so stubborn, even to the point of starting a war with the Torby family.

"Isabela! Go back and tell your parents to return what they owe to Dustin, or else your Torby family will face disaster! Now, get lost!" Dominic shouted.

"You... You're going to regret this!" Isabela left with a parting threat.

From this moment on, the Torby and Stratford families were completely estranged.





Chapter 1495 Mount Grace

Torby family's Meeting

Inside the Torby family's conference room, Isabela had just returned home and poured out all her grievances from the hospital visit to her parents.

"Dad! Mom! That Dominic is so despicable!"

"He not only wants to cancel the engagement, but he also wants to sever ties with our Torby family. I only asked him a few questions, and he actually cursed at me and physically assaulted me!"

"Look at my face, it's all swollen from his beating. I don't care, but this time, you must stand up for me!"

Isabela vented her anger, appearing extremely frustrated.

As a dignified heiress of a prominent family, she had been canceled on and slapped in the face by someone. She couldn't bear it.

"Isabela, calm down."

Winston raised his hand to soothe her and said with some doubt, "Dominic has always been mature and steady. How could he do something like this? Did you two have a fight?"

"How would I know?"

Isabela pouted. "I heard that he was injured last night, so I went to the hospital this morning to visit him. However, when he saw me, he went berserk, cursing and attacking me as if he had gone mad. He really went too far!"

"That's strange."

Winston stroked his chin. "Dominic doesn't seem like someone who lacks self-control. Why would he suddenly behave like this? What exactly happened?"

Both families had always had a good relationship. Even if it was a small lovers' quarrel, it shouldn't have escalated to this extent.

"Sophia, could you call Horatio and ask what's going on?" Winston coldly suggested. "They're not even married yet, and he dared to resort to violence. What will it be like after they're married? Our daughter can't be bullied for no reason."

"That's a good idea."

Winston nodded and took out his phone, dialing Horatio's private number.

However, after calling several times in a row, there was still no answer from the other side.

"He's probably busy and doesn't have time to answer the phone," Winston tried to explain.

"Busy? What can they be busy with in the hospital?" Isabela ruthlessly exposed. "I believe they're deliberately not answering the phone!"

"Sophia, what's your take on this?" Winston asked, turning to his wife.

"This situation is strange. If everything Isabela said is true, then the Stratford family might really break ties with us," Sophia analyzed.

"Break ties? How is that possible?" Winston furrowed his brow, showing disbelief. "Our Torby and Stratford families have been cooperating for many years with a close business relationship. If they break ties, both families will suffer heavy losses. I don't think Horatio is that foolish."

"If it were a normal situation, he wouldn't be. But what if the Stratford family is under threat, and they have no choice but to cut ties for their own survival?" Sophia calmly pointed out.

"Threatened? Who in Willowbrook could threaten the Stratford family?" Winston was even more puzzled.

Sophia didn't provide a direct answer but instead looked at her daughter and asked, "Isabela, did Dominic explain the reasons to you or give any hints?"

"He did say a few strange things," Isabela pondered. "Before leaving, Dominic warned me, saying that we should return what we owe to Dustin, or else disaster would strike soon."

"Wait a minute! Dustin? Could it be that this kid is causing trouble?" Winston asked suspiciously.

"I guess it's possible," Isabela added. "It's more likely that the Fairchild and Remington families pressured them. After all, what ability does Dustin have to do this on his own?"

"That makes sense." Winston rubbed his chin.

With the combined pressure from the Fairchild and Remington families and the substantial temptation of the Jade Dew Ointment, the Stratford family chose to betray and sever ties with the Torby family.

Everything suddenly made sense.

"Regardless of the reason, the Stratford family can no longer be trusted. We must find another ally," Sophia said.

"Mom, I'm close friends with Victoria from the Sterling family, and we have a good relationship. If we have the support of the Sterling family, our Torby family will remain as stable as Mount Grace!" Isabela suggested.

"The Sterling family? That's indeed a good choice."
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Almost forgot about Dahlia. So this is how she gets back into the story. I'm predicting that she'll eventually regain her memories back even if I don't want her to because Dustin and Natasha are way happier together now.
 
Chapter 1496 Money-Lover

Sophia nodded. "Isabela, you go and make the arrangements. I want to meet with the head of the Sterling family and see if I can get some information."

"No problem!" Isabela agreed readily.

"Wait a moment... What about Dustin? Do we still want to deal with him?" Winston suddenly asked.

"Of course!" Isabela snorted coldly. "This guy is taking advantage of his power to sow discord and has caused a rift between us and the Stratford family. His heart is deserving of punishment, and I must make him pay!"

"To avoid suspicion, we can't personally take action in this matter. We need to hire someone to handle it," Sophia reminded.

"Don't worry, I know what to do," Isabela said confidently. "I have ways to deal with these rotten men!"

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At this moment, in front of the Remington Corporation.

A small car slowly came to a stop, and the door opened. Dustin and Abigail got out one after the other.

"Uncle, is this your new company? It's really lively!"

Abigail followed Dustin, looking around with a naive and cheerful expression.

After the commotion from yesterday, Remington Corporation was still bustling. Various forces had flocked here, placing numerous orders for Jade Dew Ointment.

On one hand, it was because of the affordable price, and on the other, it was because of the remarkable medicinal effects. With the good word of mouth, there was no shortage of business.

So, as soon as the store opened in the morning, there was already a long line of customers waiting outside.

By now, people were still coming in for business negotiations in an endless stream.

"This is a company I started in partnership with two friends. It seems that the response has been good," Dustin said with a smile.

"I just arrived in Stonia, and I've heard about the reputation of Jade Dew Ointment. I didn't expect it to be your creation, Uncle," Abigail said with a smile. "Our Mystic Arts Order often goes on missions and gets injured, so we really need this kind of miraculous healing medicine. I'd like to order a batch here. As the boss, can you give me a discount?"

"You little rascal, I asked you to help me grow the business, and you've come to suck my blood. Isn't that too much?" Dustin said with a pretend stern expression.

"Hehe, I call you master for nothing?" Abigail shook Dustin's arm and said playfully, "Is it a deal or not?"

"Fine, fine, I'm afraid of you. I'll give you the cost price. I won't make any profit from you. Is that acceptable?" Dustin felt somewhat helpless.

"That's great! Thank you, Uncle!" Abigail smiled sweetly.

"A Grand Sorceress of the Mystic Arts Order, and you're a money-lover? If this gets out, won't people laugh at you?" Dustin shook his head.

"What's wrong with loving money? The Mystic Arts Order has a big family business, and there are too many expenses. If I can save money, I'll save money," Abigail said with a grin.

Her words were not entirely false. The Mystic Arts Order usually kept a low profile and had little contact with the outside world. As a result, they weren't particularly wealthy. Moreover, their expenses were high, so they were sometimes struggling to make ends meet.

Therefore, many times, Mystic Arts Order disciples had to go out and take on business ventures to support their livelihood.

"What's going on? Why are there so many people here?" Dustin suddenly asked.

"Excuse me! Move aside! Make way for me!"

At this moment, there was suddenly a commotion at the entrance, and a group of burly bodyguards rushed in aggressively. Anyone blocking their way was forcefully pushed aside, causing complaints from the crowd.

After the bodyguards entered, they immediately cleared a wide path and stood on both sides to maintain order.

Following closely behind them was a woman dressed extravagantly, covered in jewels and pearls. She arrogantly walked into the store.

"Hmm?"

When he saw the woman, Dustin couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, showing some surprise.

Because he realized that the person who had just arrived was none other than Dahlia's cousin, Julie!





Chapter 1497 A Nouveau Riche

Amid the crowd's attention, Julie entered the store with her designer handbag, expensive high heels, and an air of arrogance.

Behind her were two handsome male secretaries who attended to her every need.

In addition to this, there were over a dozen bodyguards surrounding her, creating a grand and imposing display that was befitting of a wealthy heiress.

"Why is she here?" Dustin was somewhat surprised.

After not seeing her for a while, Julie seemed to have undergone a transformation in terms of her appearance and clothing.

However, she exuded an air of ostentation and lacked refinement, making her seem like a nouveau riche.

"Uncle, do you know her?" Abigail was curious.

"She's an old acquaintance, but we don't have a good relationship," Dustin said.

"No wonder... Seeing her face, I find it unpleasant," Abigail said with a pout.

"Listen up, employees of Remington Corporation! Get your boss out here; I want to discuss a big business deal with her!" Julie removed her sunglasses and loudly declared.

"Hey! Who are you? Do you understand the concept of first come, first served?"

At this moment, a man in a suit complained, "There are so many people ahead of us waiting to place orders. Can you please stand in line?"

"Stand in line?"

Julie snorted coldly, walked forward in her high heels, and raised her hand to slap the man in the suit, saying, "Who do you think you are? You actually dared to make me stand in line?"

"Do you dare to hit me? I'll..."

Just as the man in the suit was about to erupt, several bodyguards immediately rushed forward and forcefully pinned him to the ground.

"Who do you think you are? How dare you touch me? Do you know who I am?" The man in the suit struggled while shouting angrily.

"Oh? Then let me ask, who are you?" Julie looked down from a higher position.

"I'll tell you to listen carefully! I'm from the prestigious Harrington family. If you dare to touch me, you're challenging the dignity of the Harrington family. Can you bear the consequences of that?" The man in the suit threatened.

"What? The Harrington family?"

Once this was said, the entire crowd erupted into discussion.

"This woman is in big trouble. She dared to hit someone from the Harrington family. Let's see how she ends up!"

"Humph! She's just a nouveau riche (social climber). She thinks she can flaunt her power just because she hired a few bodyguards. She's really asking for trouble!"

The Harrington family was one of the eight prominent families.

Although their influence wasn't as great as the Langford and Fairchild families, they were still a prominent and powerful family.

Offending the Harrington family would only lead to a dead end for an ordinary nouveau riche.

"What's the matter? Are you scared now? Let me go immediately, or I'll make sure you have no place to bury your dead!" The man in the suit shouted angrily.

"Scared?"

Julie smiled and then lifted her foot to press her high heel onto the man's face, disdainfully saying, "The Harrington family? Is it very powerful? In my eyes, it's not worth mentioning!"

"Damn it! How dare you look down on the Harrington family? Who are you, exactly?" The man in the suit was both shocked and fearful.

"Let me tell you the truth. I am a member of the Duskshire Palace. Can you, a small Harrington family, afford to offend me?" Julie arrogantly stated.

"What? The Duskshire Palace?!"

Upon hearing this, the crowd was in an uproar.

No one had expected that Julie had such a powerful background.

The Duskshire Palace, also known as the Montgomery family, was one of the four royal clans.

The Lord Leopold, who was the clan head, had outstanding military achievements and was famous throughout the kingdom.

He wielded immense power and was highly respected. Even the emperor treated him with courtesy.

If one could establish a relationship with Lord Leopold, their entire family would be elevated to the highest status!





Chapter 1498 Some Kind of Rich Heiress

"Getting a golden token from Lord Montgomery, it seems like her status is really special!"

"I heard Lord Montgomery recently adopted a goddaughter. Could it be her?"

"..."

People started talking and were really surprised when they saw the golden token.

You see, regular folks in the Montgomery family don't get these tokens. Only people Lord Montgomery cares about a lot get these shiny golden cards.

So, you can tell this lady in front of us is pretty important.

" Lord Madam, I'm so sorry! I messed up!"

A guy in a suit quickly realized his mistake and kneeled on the ground, all flustered. He said, "I was blind and said some rude things. Please forgive me, Lord Madam!"

As he spoke, he kept banging his head on the ground, making a loud "thud, thud" sound.

"Humph! Now you're scared, huh? Where was that earlier?"

Julie lifted her head proudly and was enjoying being looked up to and feared.

What does it matter if they're from prestigious families? They still have to kneel and call her their superior.

This... is real power!

"Lord Madam, I know I messed up, I won't dare again. I have a family to support, please spare me!" The guy in the suit was trembling with fear.

"Slap yourself ten times in the face, and I won't hold this against you today," Julie said as she looked down at him.

"Yes, yes, yes!"

The guy didn't hesitate and started slapping his face like crazy, not stopping until he had done it dozens of times.

"Alright, you can go now," Julie waved her hand.

"Thank you, Lord Madam, for your mercy!"

The guy bowed a few more times before leaving, feeling like he'd just received a royal pardon.

"Now, who dares to make me wait in line?"

Julie crossed her arms and threatened everyone with her eyes.

Anyone who met her gaze immediately lowered their heads and didn't dare to speak up.

Who would dare to offend a giant like the Montgomery family?

Even people from the Harrington family, another prestigious clan, were begging for mercy on their knees. So, who were these people?

"Very well, since no one is speaking up, I'll go ahead."

Julie smiled triumphantly, satisfied with the outcome.

Just as she was about to cut in line, an unsettling voice suddenly spoke up, "Wait a minute..."

"Huh? Who's talking?!"

Julie's face turned serious as she looked around.

"It's me."

Dustin slowly walked out of the crowd and said calmly, "Julie, in business, we should follow the rules. Your aggressive behavior isn't appropriate, is it?"

"Dustin? Why is it you?" Julie was taken aback, looking somewhat surprised to see him here.

She hadn't expected to encounter him.

"Why can't it be me?" Dustin remained calm.

"Humph! You just won't go away!" Julie's face immediately turned cold. "Dustin, are you following my cousin to Stonia? Let me make it clear, my cousin is now a top-notch figure, someone you can't even dream of reaching. You better give up on any ideas you might have!"

"Don't flatter yourself. I came to Stonia for other reasons, not because of Dahlia," Dustin said.

"Humph! It's better that way! If you dare to have any improper thoughts, don't blame me for not being polite!" Julie threatened.

"Enough, I'm not here to catch up with you. If you want to buy medicine here, you'll have to wait in line like everyone else," Dustin said, not wanting to waste any more time.

"Wait in line? That's a joke! Who do you think you are? You dare to tell me what to do? Do you even know who I am now?" Julie sneered.

"I know exactly who you are."

Dustin didn't hold back: "A fake who's trying to act tough. Do you really think you're some kind of rich heiress?"






Chapter 1499 Stolen Token?

"You... How dare you!"

Julie, whose true nature had been exposed, changed her expression and angrily retorted, "You, Mr Rhys! I am now part of the Duskshire Palace. How dare you disrespect me? Have you grown tired of living?!"

"Enough, don't pretend in front of me. We've known each other for a long time. I know your true colors," Dustin remained unfazed.

"Nonsense!"

Julie glared and said, "You lowly person with no insight, I have come a long way from what I used to be. With my current status, someone like you can never hope to reach it! I command you to kneel and apologize to me immediately, or face the consequences!"

"Arrogant."

Dustin chuckled, "Do you really think you can act all high and mighty just because you've climbed the social ladder?"

"So what if I'm arrogant? Are you going to oppose the Montgomery family?" Julie proudly displayed a golden token, saying, "Mr Rhys! Open your eyes wide and see what this is!"

"Montgomery family's token?"

Dustin raised an eyebrow, his tone carrying a hint of insinuation. "This precious thing, you didn't steal it, did you?"

Upon hearing this, Julie couldn't help but look panicked.

The truth was that she had stolen the golden token from Dahlia's room, hoping to use it to bolster her image. But now, she had run into Dustin, and she was finding it hard to maintain her composure.

In this situation, she certainly wouldn't admit to it and retorted firmly, "You... You're talking nonsense! This token clearly belongs to me!"

"Oh, really? Then may I ask, what's your relationship with Lord Montgomery? Why did he give you this token?" Dustin continued to press her.

"Why is it your business? Does Lord Montgomery need to explain his actions to someone like you?" Julie snapped back.

"Hey, when you speak, it's best to be respectful. If you dare to be disrespectful to me again, be prepared for me to rip your mouth apart," Abigail calmly interjected.

Although her expression remained calm, there was a hidden murderous intent in her eyes that she made no effort to conceal.

Stared at like that, Julie felt a shiver down her spine and a sudden sense of dread.

However, bolstered by her own status, she quickly regained her confidence. "Humph! Are you trying to scare me? Do you know who I am? Do you know who stands behind me? I promise you, with just a word from me, I can make both of you disappear!"

"You can try," Abigail suddenly smiled.

Her expression remained calm, but her eyes grew incredibly fierce.

"Alright! You've asked for this!"

Julie raised her hand and shouted, "Guards! Capture these two audacious individuals!"

"Yes!"

Upon receiving the command, a group of strong bodyguards immediately encircled Dustin and Abigail, their eyes glaring menacingly.

"This kid has some serious guts! He actually dares to challenge the Montgomery family. Isn't he afraid of death?"

"I bet he has no idea how terrifying the Montgomery family's power is. That's called 'a new born calf not fearing the tiger.'"

"..."

Inside the hall, people pointed and whispered among themselves.

In their eyes, Dustin's recent actions were like dancing on the edge of death. Even the elites from the prestigious Harrington family would bow down and beg for mercy when facing Julie. So, who was this ragged-looking poor guy?

"Stop!"

Just as the bodyguards were about to act, a sharp voice rang through the hall.

Everyone turned to look and saw Belinda, dressed in a sexy and provocative outfit, walking in briskly with a few companions.





Chapter 1500 Tear The PLace Down

"Who dares to cause trouble on my turf?"

Belinda's face turned cold, and her presence was overwhelming. As she passed through, even the fierce-looking bodyguards unconsciously made way for her.

"Who are you to meddle in my affairs?" Julie crossed her arms, lifting her head defiantly.

She suddenly noticed that the woman in front of her was even more beautiful, poised, and elegant than herself, exuding an air of sophistication and wealth. This made her feel a twinge of jealousy.

"I am the chairman of Remington Corporations, and I oversee everything here," Belinda said calmly.

"Chairman, huh? You came just in time."

Julie pointed to Dustin and said arrogantly, "I command you to immediately kick them out and forbid them from doing business here!"

"Kick them out?" Belinda glanced at Dustin, then turned back to Julie, saying, "I'm sorry, I can't do that because this Mr Rhys is my business partner and a shareholder of Remington Corporations."

"What? This guy is actually a shareholder of Remington Corporations?!" Julie was shocked.

Recently, the fame of Jade Dew Ointment had spread far and wide, attracting numerous interested parties. She had also come here on Dahlia's orders to negotiate a business deal. With long-term collaboration, both sides would certainly profit handsomely. However, she had never anticipated that this golden opportunity had already been seized by Dustin.

"What? Are you going to kick me out now?" Dustin asked with a half-smile.

"Humph! What's so special about being a shareholder? Are you more powerful than the Montgomery family?" Julie brandished her token once again and displayed it in front of Belinda. "Take a good look! I have the Montgomery family's golden token, and I command you to immediately sever your partnership with Dustin!"

"I can't do that because Jade Dew Ointment is a product developed by Mr Rhys," Belinda replied with an emotionless expression.

"What? Jade Dew Ointment is a product of Dustin?" Julie's expression froze. How was that possible?

"Julie, don't waste your efforts. Put away your token and leave now, and we won't do business with you," Dustin issued an ultimatum.

"You dare to kick me out? I am a member of the Montgomery family! Do you know the consequences of your actions?" Julie shouted angrily.

After repeatedly suffering setbacks, she was feeling embarrassed.

"First of all, you don't represent the Montgomery family. Secondly, even if the Montgomery family were as unreasonable as you, we would still refuse to cooperate," Dustin stated frankly.

"Bold! You dare to refuse cooperation with the Montgomery family? I see your company won't survive much longer!" Julie threatened fiercely. "Now, apologize to me immediately, then sign the contract obediently, or else I will smash your company today!"

"Julie, if you dare to create chaos, don't blame me for being impolite!" Dustin's expression turned cold.

He had already given the Montgomery family its due respect, but if the person in front of him insisted on being unreasonable, he wouldn't tolerate it.

"Humph! Let's see how you'll deal with me today! Tear this place apart for me!" Julie shouted.

"Smash it!"

Upon hearing the order, the bodyguards moved to take action.

"Take them all down!"

Belinda wasted no time and immediately commanded the company's security personnel to confront Julie's bodyguards.

Seeing this, Julie was livid. "You have some nerve! You dare to lay hands on a member of the Montgomery family of Duskshire Palace? I think you're tired of living! Get out of here now!"

As soon as she finished speaking, a crisp "smack" echoed.

Dustin's palm landed heavily on Julie's face, sending her tumbling to the ground.
 
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Chapter 1501 Dial-a-friend?

"Smack!"

The crisp sound of a slap suddenly echoed through the entire hall.

Just a moment ago, everyone was fearing Julie, and now she was knocked down on the spot, dazed and confused.

"Huh?"

Everyone around was stunned, eyes wide open in disbelief.

No one expected Dustin to be so bold, daring to even hit someone from the Duskshire Palace.

The crucial point was that Julie had the golden token of the Duskshire Palace, signifying a high status. Hitting her was like slapping Lord Leopold's face.

Is this guy crazy?!

"You... how dare you hit me?"

Julie covered her face, shocked, bewildered, and mostly in disbelief.

Since joining the forces of the Duskshire Palace, she had risen directly to a position of power, becoming a privileged figure everyone fawned over. Normally, no one dared to go against her, let alone slap her in public.

But this guy in front of her actually slapped her face in front of everyone.

What was this?

It was like he had no regard for the law, absolutely audacious!

"What's wrong with hitting you? You caused a ruckus, being unreasonable. Shouldn't you be hit?" Dustin said coldly.

"Rhys! I am from the Duskshire Palace!" Julie shouted.

"Smack!"

Dustin didn't waste any words, raised his hand, and another slap, causing Julie's nose to bleed profusely. "With someone like you, the Duskshire Palace is truly unfortunate!"

"You... How dare you hit me? You're as good as dead! I'll make you pay for this!"

Julie roared angrily, pulling out her phone to call for help.

"Julie, if I were you, I wouldn't make that call," Dustin said calmly.

"What? Now you're scared? Why didn't you think about it earlier?" Julie threatened, "Dustin, even if you kneel and beg for mercy now, I won't let you off easily! You're doomed!"

"Scared? Scared of what? Scared of you bullying others with your borrowed authority or your backup?" Dustin sneered. "Julie, have you ever thought about how you're going to explain the stolen token from the Duskshire Palace when their reinforcements arrive?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Julie froze, and even the speed of dialing the number slowed down.

"Dustin! Stop spouting nonsense!" She pretended to be calm.

"Whether it's nonsense or not, you know it in your heart," Dustin said indifferently. "Stealing the golden token of the Duskshire Palace is no small crime. Even if Dahlia can forgive you, the Duskshire Palace won't tolerate any intrusion. Once things escalate, to maintain their reputation, the Duskshire Palace will surely make an example out of you. Your fate, I think, you can imagine without me saying much, right?"

"You... don't scare me with your words! Do you think I'll fall for your tricks? Dream on!" Julie gritted her teeth.

"If you don't believe it, go ahead, make the call. Let's see who will end up unlucky in the end." Dustin remained expressionless.

Seeing the calm demeanor of the person in front of her, Julie suddenly felt unsure.

Holding her phone in midair, she hesitated. If what Dustin said was true, stealing the Duskshire Palace's golden token was a serious matter. It was okay with Dahlia, being her cousin, but if it reached Lord Leopold's ears, it would be an entirely different situation.

Once Lord Leopold got angry, even her cousin might not be able to protect her. She couldn't afford to take such a risk.




Chapter 1502 Give Him a Good Slap!

The problem was, she had just thrown out harsh words. If she backed down now, wouldn't it be like slapping herself?

How would she continue to navigate in their social circle?

Just as she felt a bit lost, a cold voice suddenly sounded.

"Miss Julie, why use a sledgehammer to kill a chicken? Leave dealing with this small role to us."

With the voice, two young and beautiful women, dressed in luxurious attire, walked into the hall side by side.

The one on the left, in a red dress, arrogant and full of nobility, was none other than Isabela Torby!

The one on the right, in white, with a cold and stern expression, also carrying an air of superiority, was Victoria Sterling, who had crossed paths with Dustin at General Murray's mansion.

Back in Millsburg, the two initially clashed at the kindergarten and later met again at the General Murray 's horse farm, ending up in an unpleasant conflict.

Now, after many days, they meet again here.

"Miss Sterling?"

Seeing the newcomers, Julie couldn't help but show a hint of joy. She knew her reinforcements had arrived.

"Miss Julie, let me introduce you. This lady by my side is the heiress of the Torby family, Isabela and also my close friend." Victoria gestured towards Isabela.

"It's nice to meet you, Miss Isabela." Julie smiled, extending her hand.

As long as they were heiresses of such prestigious families, they were qualified to be her friends.

"Hello, Miss Julie."

Isabela gave a slight smile and politely responded before saying, "Miss Julie, it seems like you've encountered some trouble. Do you need our help?"

"I've encountered a ruffian, and I was just about to call for someone to deal with him. Fortunately, you two arrived in time," Julie casually remarked.

"Miss Julie, rest assured. With the two of us sisters here, he won't be able to stir up any big waves!" Victoria turned her gaze towards Dustin and said coldly, "Dustin, didn't expect to see us again, did you? In Millsburg, it was your territory. I never had a chance for revenge. Now that we're on my turf, shall we settle the score?"

"Oh? How do you want to settle the score?" Dustin raised an eyebrow.

"Firstly, apologize to Miss Julie, beg for her forgiveness. Secondly, apologize to me and beg for my forgiveness. Finally, apologize to Isabela and beg for her forgiveness. After you've done all that, we'll consider whether to spare you." Victoria said arrogantly.

"Apologize? Are you daydreaming?" Dustin chuckled.

"Dustin, I advise you to think carefully before answering." Victoria threatened coldly. "I represent the Sterling family, Isabela represents the Torby family, and Miss Julie represents the Duskshire Palace. With our three powerful families, who in the entire Stonia can contend with us? If you don't want to have an ugly death, just follow our instructions!"

With these words, it caused quite a commotion around.

"I can't believe this guy is so ruthless! Did he just offend so many big shots at once?"

"Two powerful families and a royal family... who can stand against them?"

"If it were me, I'd probably be scared to death."

Whispers circulated among the crowd, and the gazes directed at Dustin were filled with admiration and, more prominently, sympathy.

If he didn't seek forgiveness from the three heiresses, it seemed he might not see the sun rise tomorrow.

"Two powerful families and a royal family sound intimidating, but unfortunately, you three can't even represent your own families." Dustin remained calm.

"So, are you going to resist to the end?" Victoria squinted her eyes.

"So what? Do you really think you've got me figured out?" Dustin sneered. "Miss Sterling, I advise you not to provoke me. Otherwise, you'll regret it before you know it."

"Hmph! Shameless boasting!"

Victoria snorted, "Since you're so ignorant of death, don't blame me for being impolite! Someone, give him a good slap! Slap him until he cries!"





Chapter 1503 A Faint White Smoke

As Victoria gave the order, two groups of people suddenly rushed in from the entrance. One group consisted of Sterling family guards, and the other was made up of Torby family guards. Both groups were carefully selected elites, outnumbering Julie's bodyguards.

Upon their arrival, they surrounded the security personnel from the Remington Medical Holdings Consortium.

The situation shifted once again.

Seeing this development, the onlookers retreated to the corners, afraid of becoming collateral damage.

Two powerful families and a royal family, three formidable forces gathered, creating an imposing presence that no one dared to provoke.

"Brought so many guards, it seems you came prepared," Dustin said, squinting his eyes, unafraid even though he was surrounded.

"Dustin, based on our previous friendship, as long as you apologize and submit to us, I can plead for leniency on your behalf and ask Victoria to let you off the hook," Isabela suddenly spoke.

The more arrogant Dustin was, the more she wanted to crush him and humiliate him. Why should a grassroots guy like him refuse her?

"Enough with the pretense, Isabela. It's disgusting. If I'm not mistaken, you orchestrated this whole scene, right? Stirring up trouble behind the scenes while putting on a benevolent facade in front of everyone. Acting all day long, aren't you tired?" Dustin exposed her ruthlessly. "And, Torby family owes me something, which must be repaid within three days. Otherwise, you will pay a heavy price!"

"You audacious thing! You dare to disrespect us!" Isabela's face turned cold. She glanced around and ordered, "What are you all standing there for? Haven't you heard what Victoria said? Give him a severe slap!"

"Yes!"

Several guards in the front row immediately rushed towards Dustin with a fierce demeanor.

However, just as they were about to attack, a faint white smoke suddenly wafted into the air. Upon contact with the air, the smoke became increasingly faint, almost disappearing. Ordinary people's naked eyes couldn't perceive it.

"Thud, thud, thud..."

After inhaling the white smoke, several guards seemed as if their bones were removed, collapsing to the ground. They writhed in pain, their bodies paralyzed.

They showed signs of suffering, low groans escaping their lips.

Their eyes were bloodshot, and veins bulged on their necks.

"What's going on?"

The sudden turn of events left Isabela and others astonished. In their eyes, the guards were walking one moment and suddenly fell the next, without any warning.

However, the bizarre situation continued.

Torby family, Sterling family, and even the more than a dozen bodyguards Julie brought, totaling about fifty or sixty people, gradually fell to the ground one after another.

"Thud, thud, thud..."

Like a chain reaction of falling dominoes, one guard after another collapsed.

Each person displayed the same symptoms—twisted expressions of pain, convulsions all over, and bloodshot eyes.

For some, blood started oozing from their eyes, ears, nose, and mouth, a gruesome sight.

In just a few breaths of time, all the guards brought by Isabela and her companions were lying on the ground.

"What's happening? Why are they all down?"

"Judging by their appearance, it seems like they're poisoned, and a potent one at that!"

"Poison? Damn! Are we in danger too?"

Seeing the guards writhing in pain, the onlookers were terrified, retreating further away.




Chapter 1504 The Fallen Guards

Although unclear about what was happening, it was evident that this poison was not to be taken lightly.

"How could this happen?"

Isabela and her companions exchanged glances, their brows furrowed deeply.

With so many people in the hall, why were only their bodyguards affected? Did this so-called poison have the ability to distinguish between friend and foe?

Wasn't that too exaggerated?

"Dustin! Is it you doing this?" Julie quickly reacted.

"Don't talk nonsense; I haven't done anything," Dustin shrugged.

"Dare you deny it? Clearly, you're secretly attacking. You heartless person!" Julie accused.

"Dustin! Immediately hand over the antidote, or if there are casualties, I'll make you accompany them in death!" Victoria threatened.

The guards she brought with her were advanced guards from the Sterling family, not only powerful but also extremely loyal. The Sterling family invested heavily to train them.

Losing one or two would be bearable, but if all of them inexplicably died here, she would certainly be held accountable when she returned, maybe even subjected to family discipline.

"I said, it has nothing to do with me," Dustin said casually. "Look at it this way, even if I did poison them, why should I hand over the antidote? Don't forget, you are causing trouble here."

"I don't care! If you don't hand over the antidote, you will be the enemy of the entire Sterling family!" Victoria declared firmly.

"Doesn't matter, we've already torn our faces; it doesn't make a difference if it gets worse," Dustin said indifferently.

"Dustin, as long as you hand over the antidote, we can overlook what happened today," Isabela spoke.

"I don't care if you overlook it or not. I want the three of you to apologize to me publicly and compensate me for my mental distress. Otherwise, you'll face even bigger trouble," Dustin insisted.

"Apologize? You're dreaming!" Victoria retorted.

"Dustin! You're playing with fire!" Julie scowled.

"Dustin! We've been patient enough. If you're stubborn, you'll bear the consequences!" Isabela threatened.

With their noble identities, they wielded power and influence. How could they possibly apologize to a commoner publicly? If this were to get out, they would lose face.

"Wait! My body..."

At this moment, Victoria seemed to sense something unusual. Just as she was about to speak, her legs suddenly went weak, and she collapsed on the spot.

"My head hurts! My head hurts so much!"

Victoria clutched her head, showing signs of pain and wailing continuously.

"Hold on!"

Isabela's face changed, and she subconsciously reached out to help Victoria. However, midway through, she also fell to the ground.

Julie was no exception, collapsing right after.

The three of them exhibited similar symptoms to the fallen guards: weakness, excruciating headaches, and bloodshot eyes.

"Du... Dustin, what did you do to us?" Isabela yelled with weak and powerless voice.

"Uncle didn't do anything. Everything is my masterpiece," Abigail suddenly walked forward, smiling. "To be honest, this is my latest developed poison. Only I can cure it in the entire world. Those who are poisoned will experience extreme weakness, excruciating headaches, and eventually bleed from all seven orifices before dying. But don't worry; the dying process is brief, lasting only three to five minutes. So, please bear with it; it will be over soon."



Chapter 1505 Last Five Minutes

Watching the seemingly innocent Abigail with a smile on her face, Isabela and her companions felt their scalps tingle, cold sweat breaking out.

This woman looked harmless, like the girl next door, but the words she spoke were sinister and cruel.

She poisoned them with a deadly toxin and then asked them to endure it.

Was she insane?

"You, who are you? How dare you poison us? You have some nerve!" Victoria shouted with a fierce expression.

"Who I am doesn't matter. The current issue is what you're going to choose," Abigail said with a smile. "You only have two choices: either die from my poison or apologize to Uncle and compensate for the losses."

"Apologize to him? No way!" Victoria refused.

But as soon as she spoke, the pain in her head suddenly intensified, and she began to scream in agony.

"I don't care who you are; hand over the antidote immediately, or you'll face a great disaster!" Isabela still tried to threaten.

"A great disaster?" Abigail squatted down with a smile, looking at Isabela quietly. "Your surname is Torby, right? If... I poison your entire family, how would you bring a great disaster upon me?"

"You dare!"

Isabela's pupils shrank, shocked and angered.

This woman in front of her, was she crazy? How could she threaten the entire Torby family?

Most importantly, Isabela had a strange feeling that this woman could really make her threats a reality.

"You either dare or not; try and find out," Abigail smiled. "After you die, I will let all your family members go down to accompany you. This way, you won't be lonely down there. How about it? Am I considerate?"

"You... you lunatic!"

Isabela gritted her teeth, feeling a chill down her spine.

"You have five minutes to consider."

Abigail held up five fingers, waving them in front of the three people. "Five minutes later, you'll die from the poison. By then, it will be too late for regrets."

"You crazy woman! I am a person from the Duskshire Palace. If you dare to kill me, the Duskshire Palace will never let you off!" Julie shouted.

Now, she could only hope that the reputation of the Duskshire Palace would intimidate this crazy woman.

"Oh... so what?" Abigail smiled slightly. "Whether I live or die has nothing to do with you after this. Is it?"

"You...!" Julie was infuriated.

How could this person be so fearless, just like Dustin? Unafraid of threats or revenge.

"It's too late, my head is about to split open!" Victoria held her head with both hands, blood starting to ooze out from her nose and mouth due to the intense pain.

At this moment, her face was twisted in agony, looking particularly fierce.

Perhaps due to her weak constitution, among the three, her condition was the most severe.

"Don't be nervous, take a deep breath. Only three minutes left. Endure it a bit longer, and it will be over soon," Abigail kindly reminded.

These words sent shivers down the spines of those around.

"Handsome, with this situation, won't something really happen?" Belinda looked at Dustin beside her, feeling a bit uneasy.

Abigail looked cute and innocent, but her actions were crazy. If she really killed Isabela and the others, two powerful families and one royal family would undoubtedly be furious.

By then, anyone related would have no place to bury themselves.

"It's fine; I'll handle it if something goes wrong." Dustin remained calm.

Isabela and her companions cherished their lives and wouldn't risk them unnecessarily. So, he concluded that the three wouldn't last much longer.
 
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Chapter 1506 The Antidote

"Antidote... Give me the antidote!"

"I was wrong! I'm willing to apologize. Please give me the antidote!"

Under the torment of the deadly pain, Victoria finally couldn't bear it, crying and begging for mercy.

Abigail squatted quietly, hands supporting her chin, showing no reaction.

"My head is killing me! I'm willing to apologize and compensate. Please give me the antidote!" Julie also gave in.

Compared to face and pride, life was more important. She had surrendered before.

Abigail continued to watch Isabela, still without any movement.

"Isabela! Why are you still standing there? Apologize! If you don't apologize, we'll all die here!" Victoria shouted in frustration.

What was she waiting for? They were all of the same kind, and in the end, they all had to yield.

"Alright! I promise to apologize! Quickly, give us the antidote!" Isabela gritted her teeth.

"That's a good girl."

Abigail smiled and then waved her hand.

A faint blue powder rose into the air and slowly descended like a gentle rain, covering everyone.

As the powder entered their noses, the excruciating headache gradually disappeared, but their bodies still felt weak, making it hard to gather strength.

"Next, let's see your performance."

Abigail clapped her hands, smiling as she stood aside.

"Sorry, we were wrong. We shouldn't have caused trouble here. We are willing to compensate for all the losses!" Isabela stared at Dustin fiercely while apologizing. Although the words were an apology, her eyes were filled with resentment.

A lower-class commoner dared to make her apologize publicly. She must get back a hundred times this humiliation!

After catching their breaths, Victoria and Julie also chose to apologize.

Under this circumstance, they have to bow your head. After going back, they could seek revenge in another way.

"Alright, I'm in a good mood today. I won't hold it against you. Each of you compensates me one billion, consider it as my mental damages fee." Dustin calmly said.

"What? One billion? Are you robbing us?" Julie exclaimed.

"Why? Not willing to compensate?"

Abigail squinted and smiled. "I still have over a hundred kinds of poisons. Do you want to try them one by one?"

"I..."

Julie's mouth twitched, and she suddenly dared not say anything.

Helplessly, she could only borrow money by making a phone call.

Anyway, she had to get through this situation first.

After a while, several cars suddenly stopped at the entrance of the Remington Medical Holdings Consortium.

Following them, a man and a woman with a few bodyguards walked in arrogantly.

The man was slender, somewhat handsome, but with prominent cheekbones and thin lips, giving him a sharp and harsh appearance.

On the other hand, the woman wore a red dress, exuding a cold temperament, and her beauty overshadowed everyone else.

Even Belinda, who was already a beauty on the Beauty Index, looked a bit dim in front of this woman.

"Is it her?"

Seeing the woman in red, Dustin couldn't help but frown slightly.

Because he recognized that the woman was his ex-wife, Dahlia!




Chapter 1507 Appearance of a Savior

"So beautiful! So noble!"

"Where did this beauty come from? Why haven't I seen her before?"

"This appearance, this temperament, she should be at the top of the Beauty Index."

Dahlia's appearance caused quite a stir.

Regardless of gender, everyone's faces showed a bit of astonishment.

In a city with outstanding individuals like Stonia, beautiful women were plentiful. However, such an extraordinary beauty was rare, especially with that kind of clear and noble temperament, as if she had stepped out of a painting, making people feel unreal.

"Cousin!"

Seeing the newcomer, Julie's face brightened, as if she had seen a savior, and quickly went forward to greet her.

"I asked you to come here to discuss business, but the business didn't work out, and now we have to compensate one billion. What's going on?" Dahlia said coldly.

"I..."

Julie was at a loss for words.

She couldn't say that she came here with the golden token of the Duskshire Palace, swaggering around, and then got reprimanded by someone, right?

"Cousin, it's like this..."

Victoria responded quickly and went forward to explain the situation, adding fuel to the fire, "Cousin, we advised them politely, but they didn't appreciate it. Not only that, but they also poisoned us and demanded compensation. It's really outrageous!"

"Is that so? Who is so arrogant? Dare to poison people in public?" Dahlia asked coldly.

"It's him!"

Victoria pointed at Dustin with her hand.

"Hmm?"

Seeing Dustin's face, Dahlia frowned slightly, quite surprised. "It's actually you? Why are you here?"

"I have a share in Jade Dew Ointment. Why can't I be here?" Dustin responded indifferently.

"Miss Dahlia, let me explain. These two were causing trouble, and they got what they deserved," Dustin explained calmly.

"Dahlia, he is the one who plotted against us, using this woman!" Victoria pointed.

"Really?"

Abigail stepped forward, saying calmly, "It was me who poisoned them. It has nothing to do with him. If you want to retaliate, do it to me."

"Miss Dahlia, you know this guy?" At this moment, a somewhat sinister-looking young man named Evander, the adopted son of the Lord Eugene, suddenly spoke up.

Dahlia looked at him and responded, "I've seen him a few times. Not very familiar."

"I see." Evander smiled.

Looking at Dustin, his eyes became a bit cold.

Since they were not very familiar, there was no need for him to hold back any actions.

"Dustin, you are poisoning and extorting again. Do you know what the consequences will be?" Dahlia said coldly.

"It was me who poisoned, nothing to do with the uncle. If you want revenge, come at me," Abigail said calmly.

"Dustin, letting a young girl take the blame for you, don't you feel ashamed?" Dahlia stared at him.

"Dahlia, as soon as you speak, it's like launching a war inquiry. Do you want to ask first what the people around you have done?" Dustin said calmly.

"Regardless of what they have done, it's not a reason for you to poison and harm people!" Dahlia said with a righteous tone.




Chapter 1508 Assumptions

"So, let me get this straight. You're saying it's okay for them to bully us, but we can't stand up for ourselves? Are we, the regular folks, just supposed to take the bullying and insults from the powerful without defending ourselves? Is even self-defense a crime?" said Dustin, looking sarcastic.

Even though he lost his memory, this woman in front of him hadn't changed a bit.

Always making assumptions, thinking she knows everything, and not caring about right or wrong.

"I don't get what you're talking about," said Dahlia, slightly frowning. "Our people came here today to discuss business. If you're a shareholder of Jade Dew Ointment, you should treat us with courtesy, not resort to threats and intimidation."

"If it's a guest, we welcome them, but if it's an enemy, don't blame us for not being polite," retorted Dustin.

"What? Did we do something wrong, got into trouble, and now we should repent?" Dahlia frowned.

"Miss Dahlia, this is all a misunderstanding," interjected Belinda suddenly, trying to smooth things over. "It was this Miss Julie who insisted on cutting in line and using the Lord Eugene's name to show off. We refused, and she threatened to ruin our company. Dustin got angry, so his actions were a bit impulsive."

"Is that so?" Dahlia turned her gaze towards Julie.

Julie's face stiffened, but she quickly defended herself, "Cousin, don't listen to their nonsense! I came here sincerely for business. Dustin held a grudge against me and wanted to kick me out. I got upset and said a few harsh words, that's all."

"Yeah, Miss Dahlia, I can vouch for it. It's all Dustin's fault!" added Victoria immediately. "He's not only rude but also violent. Look at Miss Julie's face, all swollen from his punches!"

"Cousin, I've never been treated like this before. You have to stand up for me!" Julie pleaded with a sad face, appearing very wronged.

Looking at Julie's swollen face and the fading handprint, Dahlia couldn't help but darken her expression, questioning, "Dustin! I ask you, did you hit my cousin?"

"I did, but..." Dustin began to explain, only to be coldly interrupted by Dahlia, "As expected! I thought you might have some restraints, but it turns out you're just bullying others because you can. How can you have the face to plead innocence here?"

Dustin frowned slightly, his expression turning grim. While others might not matter much, Dahlia's words were like a knife to him.

"Miss Dahlia, there's a reason behind this. You can't just listen to one side of the story," Belinda tried to explain. "The situation just now was witnessed by everyone here. Ask anyone, and you'll know who's right or wrong."

"Fine! I'll ask and see who's right and who's wrong!" Dahlia scanned the crowd and finally fixed her gaze on a woman. "You, please tell me what happened. Did Dustin attack first?"

"Think carefully before you speak. Don't make up stories. If you dare to cover for Dustin, you'll face the consequences!" warned Victoria with a sinister tone.

Upon hearing this, the woman turned pale and nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes! It was Dustin who attacked first. Miss Julie is the victim, I saw it with my own eyes!"

"Huh?" Belinda raised an eyebrow upon hearing this.

Unexpectedly, someone would lie so openly.

But then again, considering the power of two prominent families and a royal clan, who would dare to offend them?

Even if the facts were dark, absolute power could turn them white.

"Dustin! Do you have anything else to say?" Dahlia's face turned cold after getting the answer. "I order you now to apologize to Julie immediately. This way, you might still have a way out. Otherwise, just the accusation of poisoning someone is enough to have you in prison for half your life!"




Chapter 1509 Daredevil

"Dustin! Did you hear me? Hurry up and kneel down, kowtow to me, and then compensate me with three billion in emotional damages, or I'll make you spend your whole life in prison!" Julie stood with her hands on her hips, domineering.

With her cousin backing her up, she felt fearless at the moment.

She might be a fake heiress, but her cousin was the genuine adopted daughter of Lord Eugene, highly favored in the Duskshire Palace. Over half of Lord Eugene's assets were now under her cousin's control.

Her cousin's status was now comparable to a princess in the Dragonmarsh, and everyone had to show respect.

Dustin, despite having some abilities, was not worth mentioning in front of her cousin.

"Hey, Dustin! Dahlia is now a prominent figure in the Duskshire Palace. You better think twice!" Victoria sneered, looking quite pleased with the situation.

If Dustin bowed down and apologized, she would take the opportunity to humiliate him. If he didn't, even better.

Once Dahlia was angered, there would be no way out.

Moreover, Dahlia didn't need to take action personally; there were plenty of people willing to do it on her behalf.

"Dustin, oh, Dustin, aren't you quite arrogant? Now you've kicked an iron plate, huh? Let's see how arrogant you can be now!" Isabela muttered to herself with a sinister look.

"Hey handsome, why not just apologize? Otherwise, we'll all be in big trouble. Losing face is better than losing our lives," Belinda whispered.

She had already recognized Dahlia and Evander's identities. These two were core members of the Duskshire Palace, with power and influence to directly mobilize the Lord Eugene's forces.

Especially Dahlia, who controlled over half of the Lord Eugene's assets, appearing as the heir apparent to Lord Eugene.

Dealing with such elites was something she couldn't afford.

"Dustin! I'm giving you a chance. Don't be stubborn!" Dahlia said coldly.

The poisoning incident could be a big or small matter. If the other party sincerely admitted their mistake, she might consider not making a big deal out of it.

But if they remained stubborn, don't blame her for being ruthless.

"I've heard enough of these words. Right and wrong are clear to everyone here, and I don't feel like explaining further," Dustin said indifferently. "If you think I'm wrong, then I'm wrong. As for apologizing and compensating, I'm sorry, but I don't have the habit of bowing to anyone."

"A real man can bend and stretch. When you make a mistake, you should apologize. Your behavior is no different from a coward," Dahlia scolded.

If it were an ordinary person, she wouldn't say such things, but for Dustin, she had a kind of resentment, wishing he would turn over a new leaf instead of acting recklessly.

"Dahlia, there's no need to waste words on such a person. Just grab him. Once we throw him into the dark cell, he'll naturally understand fear," Evander sneered.

"Right! Seize him! Throw him into the dark cell!" Julie and the others immediately echoed.

"Hey hey hey... I advise you not to mess around," Abigail walked forward, smiling. "If you dare to touch a hair on Uncle's head, I will kill all of you, and it will be a very painful death."

With these words, Isabela and Victoria subconsciously took two steps back.

Their previous experience had already left a shadow in their hearts.

This crazy woman in front of them couldn't be reasoned with. If pushed too hard, she might become unpredictable.

"Daredevil!" Julie glared and shouted, "You crazy woman, do you know who you're talking to? This is my cousin, and she's also the Lord Eugene's adopted daughter! If you dare to threaten her, you're seeking your own death!"

"Oh really?" Abigail grinned and flicked her finger.

A black pill directly shot into Julie's throat.



Chapter 1510 A Little Supplement

"Gulp."

Julie subconsciously swallowed.

After realizing, she immediately reached out her fingers to dig into her throat, trying to spit out the pill.

After several attempts, there was no effect.

The pill had melted upon entering her mouth, dissolving into her body.

At this moment, her face changed drastically, and she trembled as she said, "What... what... what did you just make me eat?"

"Nothing, just a little supplement." Abigail smiled.

"You're lying! It's obviously poison!" Julie panicked.

"Oh! Caught red-handed? My apologies," Abigail said with an unchanged smile.

"You witch! Give me the antidote!" Julie shouted.

"I advise you not to get excited. Otherwise, your blood will surge, and it will only accelerate your death. Oh, by the way, this poison won't take effect immediately. It will slowly torment you until your intestines rot, and you die a painful death." Abigail explained.

"What?"

Upon hearing this, Julie was scared, and her legs went weak. "Cousin... cousin, save me!"

"Witch! How dare you poison someone from the Duskshire Palace? I think you're tired of living!" Evander's face turned dark as he suddenly reached out, grabbing Abigail's throat.

Almost everyone in the Duskshire Palace practiced martial arts, and among the many adopted sons and daughters, his martial arts cultivation was quite high.

"Hoo—!"

Abigail didn't dodge or evade. She opened her palm and gently blew.

A faint white mist surged out, ethereal and shrouding Evander.

"Be careful, it's poisonous!" Julie hurriedly reminded, but it was too late.

Evander's attack was too fast, and there was no time to dodge. He could only rely on his true internal energy to resist.

But unexpectedly, the white mist strangely penetrated his true internal energy and entered his mouth and nose.

"Ah—!"

Evander let out a miserable scream and immediately fell to the ground.

His whole body convulsed, blood spewing from his mouth, and his face twisted in pain.

"So impulsive? Can't we calm down and talk?" Abigail said.

"You witch! How dare you poison Lord Eugene's adopted son? You're digging your own grave!" Julie was shocked and furious.

"Don't worry. Even if I want to die, I'll drag you all down with me," Abigail said with a smile.

"You..." Julie was frightened and dared not speak.

Watching Evander, who was bleeding from his mouth and in pain, Dahlia couldn't help but frown.

She suppressed the anger in her heart and said coldly, "I don't care who you are. Hand over the antidote now, and I can overlook what happened earlier."

"Hehe... I'm afraid it's not up to you," Abigail shook her head slightly.

"Dustin, take the opportunity to turn back now before things get out of control. If something happens to Evander, I can't even guarantee your safety!" Dahlia warned.

"Whether I live or die doesn't need you, Dahlia to worry about. You better take care of yourself." Dustin said indifferently.

"Dustin, you know you can't beat the Duskshire Palace. Why insist on being stubborn?" Dahlia's eyebrows tightened. "Is dignity and face more important than your own life? Wake up! Some people you can't offend, and there are things you shouldn't do. Once you cross the line, there's only a dead end! Wake up!"

She didn't understand. She had advised him so kindly, why wouldn't he appreciate it?

Is it so difficult to admit your mistakes and bow your head?
 
Chapter 1511 A Kind Advise

Looking at the familiar face from the past, Dustin took a deep breath and said coldly, "Dahlia, it's not that I'm stubborn, but you're too self-righteous. What makes you think everything is my fault? And why do you think I can't afford to offend these people?"

"At this point, do you still want to argue?" Dahlia frowned. "I've already figured it out. Clearly, it's your fault. Don't think that with someone backing you up, you can act arrogantly in Stonia. This is a place with hidden dragons and crouching tigers, not a place where you can act recklessly!"

"Alright, I don't want to argue with you. You can think whatever you want." Dustin shook his head, unwilling to engage further.

Whether it was before losing his memory or after, he remained unchanged. He felt powerless to comment on it.

"Dustin! What kind of attitude is this? I offered kind advice, but you refuse to listen. Do you have to wait until a disaster strikes before you regret?" Dahlia scolded.

She had been kind enough, providing various opportunities, hoping that the person in front of her could see the error of his ways.

Unfortunately, the results were minimal.

"Abigail, neutralize the poison and let them leave and not to disrupt our business." Dustin was getting impatient and didn't want to get entangled.

Every time he encountered Dahlia, he felt frustrated. Were their destinies really incompatible?

"Fine, we've had fun enough. I'll spare you for now." Abigail smiled slightly and waved her hand gently, sending a cloud of smoke into Evander's nostrils.

Evander, who had just been groaning in pain, quickly found relief.

However, at this moment, he looked extremely disheveled.

His hair was messy, his whole body soaked, blood oozing from his mouth, and he no longer had the elegance from before.

"Damn it! How dare you poison me? You..."

Evander gritted his teeth, full of resentment. Just as he was about to say threatening words, Dahlia raised her hand to stop him. "Enough, don't escalate the conflict. Be careful not to be poisoned again."

Hearing this, Evander bit his lips, finally holding back his words.

Although he was a martial artist, he was still very wary of a poison expert like Abigail.

Most importantly, he couldn't resist Abigail's potent poison. Threatening at this moment was indeed meaningless and might force these people into a corner.

Of course, he would never let go of today's grievances.

"What about me? What about my antidote?" Julie pointed at herself, asking repeatedly.

"Don't panic. You won't die for now. To prevent you from seeking revenge, your antidote will be sent to you by my people in three days." Abigail said.

"What? Wait another three days? What if I can't hold on?" Julie panicked.

"If you can't hold on, then it's your bad luck." Abigail said solemnly.

"You—!" Julie was angry, but she didn't dare to provoke Abigail. She could only look at Dahlia for help and said, "Sister, what should I do? My poison hasn't been relieved yet."

"Don't worry. I believe she won't dare to act recklessly. Let's wait for another three days." Dahlia said calmly.

"Ah?" Julie's face stiffened, almost crying.

Thinking about the deadly poison lurking in her body every moment, she felt weak in her legs.

Three more days of waiting, it was simply torture!

"Dustin, I won't hold today's matter against you, but please, in the future, don't act recklessly!" Dahlia left with a cold word.

She had been kind enough. She had given chances and hoped that the person in front of her would repent.

But sadly, the effect was minimal.

"Today's matter isn't over. Let's see how it unfolds!" Evander cast a resentful glance at Dustin and Abigail before leaving with a group of people.



Chapter 1512 A Murderous Maniac

"Little handsome guy, it seems like we've gotten into big trouble."

Watching the backs of the departing crowd, Belinda looked worried. "Dealing with the Sterling and Torby families is one thing; with the Duskshire Palace, it's another. Whether it's Dahlia or Evander, they are not people we can afford to offend."

Actually, she wasn't too worried about Dahlia; the reputation of the latter was good, and she had always done what she said. This matter should not be a big deal for her.

But Evander was different; his reputation in the business world was extremely bad. He was notorious for being vindictive and using any means necessary to achieve his goals.

Offending such a powerful figure was undoubtedly a big trouble.

"Miss Belinda, don't worry. The trouble is of our own making. If they want to cause trouble, they will definitely come after us, not the company. I won't let it affect the company." Dustin said.

"Little handsome guy, I'm not worried about implicating the company. What I mean is, you should go out and avoid the limelight, so as not to be retaliated against." Belinda advised.

"Avoiding for a while won't solve anything, and I'm not afraid of any retaliation." Dustin said indifferently. "If they just forget it, everything will be fine. If they insist on a life-and-death struggle, I will make them understand the meaning of ‘regret’."

"That's right!"

Abigail grinned, excitedly saying, "If they dare to mess around, I'll poison them all to death!"

"Oh, this..."

Belinda's expression froze, speechless.

This crazy girl couldn't be judged by common sense; she dared to poison even the Duskshire Palace.

If she went crazy, she’ll do anything she like without holding back.

"Abigail, be careful when using your poison in the future."

At this moment, Dustin suddenly said with a serious tone, "I won't interfere with your affairs, but I hope you won't lose self-control."

She was his only disciple, and he didn't want to see her turn into a murderous maniac.

"Okay, okay, I understand."

Abigail hooked Dustin's arm, acting coquettishly. "I'll be careful in the future, not randomly killing innocents. Maybe, only a few!"

"You understand, that's good."

Dustin smiled slightly and looked at Belinda. "Miss Belinda, this is my disciple. She needs to order some Jade Dew Ointment. Can you give her a discount?"

"You're being too polite. We're all one family. Forget about a discount, it can be free." Belinda was very generous.

"Hehe... Thank you, beautiful sister!" Abigail's eyes brightened and she cheered.

"Friendship is friendship, business is business. Free is not acceptable, but we can charge a cost price." Dustin corrected.

Upon hearing this, Abigail's mouth immediately pouted, looking pitifully at Dustin. "Uncle, I'm very poor. My family can barely make ends meet. Do you know that making poison costs a lot of money? I only have a few pennies left."

"Alright, alright! I said it's free, and I'll pay for this money myself!" Belinda supported strongly.

"Beautiful sister is the best!"

Upon hearing this, Abigail immediately brightened up, grabbing Belinda's arm and making a face at Dustin. "Uncle, I'm underage. Are you really haggling with a little girl like me? You're so stingy!"

"That's right! Stingy!"

Belinda echoed, unable to hold back her laughter.

Looking at the harmonious interaction between the two, Dustin felt a bit helpless. Just as he was about to say something, his phone suddenly rang.






Chapter 1513 Jade-Faced War God

"Ding ding ding..."

The phone rang, and Dustin answered it to find that it was a call from Reginald Langford.

"Lord Rhys, I'm at the entrance of the Remington Medical Holdings Consortium. There's something very important to report. Can we meet in person?" Reginald got straight to the point.

"Sure, I'll come out right away."

Dustin nodded and didn't say much, hanging up the phone immediately.

"Miss Belinda, take Abigail around for a stroll. I have some urgent matters to attend to."

After greeting Belinda, Dustin walked out of the company.

He had assigned Reginald two tasks: to find the healing herbs and investigate the truth from ten years ago. Both were crucial for him.

Walking out of the gate, Dustin saw a plain black car parked on the opposite side of the street.

The window rolled down, revealing half of Reginald's face, signaling Dustin to come over.

Dustin glanced around, saw that no one was paying attention, and then got into the car.

The window rolled up, the car started, and it drove off at a steady pace.

"Lord Reginald, why did you urgently ask to meet me? What's the news?" Dustin took the initiative to speak.

"Lord Rhys, I've found out the whereabouts of the Ice Heart Lotus and the Golden Marrow Jade, but acquiring them is a bit difficult." Reginald didn't beat around the bush.

"Oh?" Dustin raised an eyebrow, curious. "With Lord Reginald's connections, can't you get your hands on two herbs?"

"To be honest, if it were in the hands of ordinary powerful figures, I would readily offer them, and you wouldn't need to worry about it. However, unfortunately, the current locations of these two herbs are not places I can easily step into." Reginald explained seriously.

"What kind of places are they that even Lord Reginald is wary of?" Dustin became more curious.

"Actually, I've already found out the location of the Golden Marrow Jade. It's currently in the Duskshire Palace, and it's a personal item of Ignatius Montgemery. This treasure can be used to accelerate cultivation speed, so Ignatius has always carefully cherished it, and no one is allowed to touch it." Reginald explained.

"Ignatius? Why does that name sound somewhat familiar?" Dustin squinted, trying to recall.

"Ignatius is the genius of the Duskshire Palace, and he is also one of the Five War Gods of Stonia, ranking alongside Adam Spanner. With extraordinary talents, powerful strength, and numerous military achievements, he is now revered as the Jade-Faced War God of the Dragonmarsh!" Reginald said with a solemn expression.

The Dragonmarsh had five War Gods, each guarding one region.

Among them, the female War God, Scarlet Spanner, was the most famous, surpassing the male War Gods in reputation.

As for the Jade-Faced War God, Ignatius, he was considered the most powerful of the male War Gods.

In his thirties, he was already a veteran on the battlefield, having fought for more than ten years, never experiencing defeat.

The number of enemies who had died at his hands exceeded tens of thousands, making him a true undefeated hero on the battlefield!

His high merits and glorious record made him a respected figure in the younger generation of the Dragonmarsh.

"Ignatius, the Jade-Faced War God, was the one who challenged me openly back then, and I defeated him in three moves, right?" Dustin suddenly remembered.

"..."

Reginald twitched the corner of his mouth, momentarily speechless.

Invisible showing off is the most lethal.

He almost forgot that the young master in front of him was the Kirin Child who swept through the entire young talents of Stonia ten years ago.

A freak among freaks, an unrivaled existence.

"Lord Rhys, it's different now. Ignatius has become much stronger after ten years of battlefield training. He is now an invincible sword, and his true strength is unfathomable. In a one-on-one fight, it's difficult to find an opponent who can match him!" Reginald reminded with seriousness.

These words were said quite tactfully.

Dustin might be a legendary Kirin Child, but it was ten years ago.




Chapter 1514 A Dangerous Place

Ten years had passed, and many things had changed. Without the cultivation of the Rhys Family, Dustin, no matter how outstanding, had limited growth. In contrast, individuals like Ignatius enjoyed top-notch resources and training, undergoing various special training and honing.

They were leading in all aspects.

As time passed, the gap would only widen.

Now, Dustin, although considered a genius, still fell short compared to Ignatius.

A decade of neglect was challenging to make up for.

"I understand what you mean. However, I don't plan to fight with Ignatius. I just want the Golden Marrow Jade in his hands," Dustin calmly stated.

"Lord Rhys, Ignatius treasures the Golden Marrow Jade as a precious item. It might be difficult to ask for it directly," Reginald shook his head.

"He refuses to give it, so we can steal it," Dustin suggested, casually rubbing his chin.

"What? Lord Rhys, are you serious? Ignatius's strength is unfathomable. Who can steal something from him?" Reginald was astonished.

"You don't need to worry about that. Just find someone to draw me a map of the Duskshire Palace. I'll find an opportunity to steal it," Dustin said.

"Lord Rhys, this is too risky. If you get caught, your identity will be exposed quickly, and countless people will come after your life," Reginald warned.

The power of the Duskshire Palace was overwhelming, and Dustin, as the heir to the West Lucozia Royal Palace, was a thorn in the eyes of many.

The events of the past ten years were the best proof.

In other words, once Dustin's identity was revealed, he would face great danger, and assassinations would become frequent.

"We can't make progress without taking risks."

Dustin said calmly, "If I'm exposed, I won't implicate the Langford family. You can rest assured."

"If Lord Rhys insists on going alone, I can only wish you good luck," Reginald said, finally relieved as long as the Langford family wasn't implicated.

"By the way, you only mentioned the Golden Marrow Jade. Where is the Ice Heart Lotus?" Dustin asked.

"The location of the Ice Heart Lotus is even more heavily guarded than the Duskshire Palace."

Reginald spoke mysteriously, "According to my information, it should be hidden in Emberhold (the inner city)."

" Emberhold is so vast. Where exactly is it?" Dustin asked.

"There is a high probability that it is in... the national treasury in Bayhaven!" Reginald whispered.

"The national treasury in Bayhaven?" Dustin frowned slightly. "It's indeed trickier than the Duskshire Palace."

"Lord Rhys, you must not enter Bayhaven (the Forbidden City) with your identity. It's a dangerous place, and once you're discovered, you might not be able to come out!" Reginald warned.

"Seems like I'll have to ask for help," Dustin said, narrowing his eyes.

Before understanding the truth, rashly entering Bayhaven was indeed very dangerous.

After all, Bayhaven was filled with hidden dragons and crouching tigers, and once exposed, it would be difficult to come out.

"Who does Lord Rhys plan to seek help to?" Reginald asked curiously.

"Lord Reginald, are you sure you want to ask this? If you're willing to get involved in this mess, I can tell you," Dustin said with a half-smile.

"No, no, no... I'd rather not know anything," Reginald quickly waved his hands.

In the eyes of outsiders, he held a high position and great power.

However, in the eyes of those true big shots, he was just a pitiful chess piece.

Speaking of which, they could abandon him at any time.




Chapter 1515 Owing a Favor

"Lord Reginald, you're so cautious. No wonder you navigate the political arena like a fish in water," Dustin teased.

"Lord Rhys, please don't mock me. I'm now living with my head hanging low, and my life is in constant danger," Reginald replied, half crying and half laughing.

If outsiders knew that he was helping the West Lucozia Royal Palace, he could lose his official position or even have his family confiscated. Regardless of the result, it would be a dead end for him. Having been in the court for many years, he had offended many people. Without power, many would seek to settle old scores.

"Lord Reginald, if this succeeds, consider me owing a favor to your Langford family. If you encounter any trouble in the future, I will do my best to help," Dustin assured.

"Thank you, Lord Rhys!" Reginald's expression brightened.

He thought to himself that he had finally recovered some losses. With the support of the West Lucozia Royal Palace, even if something happened, he would have a way out.

"Lord Reginald, regarding the map of the Duskshire Palace, it needs to be done quickly. I don't have much time left," Dustin reminded.

"Lord Rhys, rest assured. It will be delivered to the mansion before nightfall today," Reginald promised.

"Oh, by the way, is Ignatius in Stonia?" Dustin asked.

"In a few days, it will be Lord Eugene's birthday celebration. He should return," Reginald replied.

"Good. I need detailed information about Ignatius—his interests, habits, and any special abilities he might have. I want everything to be clear," Dustin ordered.

"No problem." Reginald nodded.

"Alright, that's it for now. If there's anything, I'll contact you."

Dustin raised his hand to signal the driver to stop. He then hailed a taxi and headed in the direction of the Remington Medical Holdings Consortium.

On the way back, Dustin dialed a unfamiliar number.

After a moment, the call was finally answered by a woman. Her voice came through, "Who are you?"

"Logan," Dustin replied.

"It's you." The woman's voice slightly raised, "Before, I heard from Nestor that you were still alive. I had a hard time believing it, but it turns out to be true. You're really lucky to survive such a serious injury."

"I called not to reminisce but to ask for your help," Dustin said calmly.

"Help? I won't be able to help with anything related to ten years ago. Even though your mother helped me, it doesn't mean I owe you everything," the woman was straightforward.

"Don't worry; it has nothing to do with what happened ten years ago. I just need you to go to the national treasury and bring back a medicine for me," Dustin explained.

"Oh? What medicine?" The woman was curious.

"Ice Heart Lotus," Dustin said.

"That's not a problem." The woman's tone changed, "But are you sure about this? I only owe your family a favor. If I help you this time, there won't be a next time. Do you think it's worth using my favor for a single medicine?"

"Of course, it's worth it. I need the medicine to save my life," Dustin replied.

"Alright then. Since you've made a decision, I won't say more. Tomorrow, I'll send someone to deliver the spiritual medicine to you. Just provide an address," the woman said.

"The address is Imperial Palace Cuisine. When your people arrive, just give me a call," Dustin instructed.

"Okay, that's settled. Good luck," the woman wished him well before hanging up.

Dustin put away his phone, lost in thought.

The matter of the Ice Heart Lotus should be manageable with that woman's help.

Now, the most crucial thing was the Golden Marrow Jade.

The Duskshire palace (Montgomery’s Royal Mansion) was heavily guarded, and sneaking in to steal something was risky and likely to alert them.

The best option was to use the pretext of attending Prince of Duskshire Lord Eugene's birthday celebration to enter openly.

Then, he could quietly approach Ignatius and seize the opportunity to steal the Golden Marrow Jade.

During the birthday banquet, with so many people around, even if something went missing, it wouldn't necessarily be suspected to him.
 
Chapter 1516 Chivalry

Of course, just to be safe, we need someone's help with this.

......

In the blink of an eye, three days have passed.

During these three days, Jade Dew Ointment's reputation has been growing, and countless people come knocking on their doors every day seeking medicine.

Some folks initially thought it would be a joke to mess with Jade Dew Ointment, believing that offending someone from the Duskshire Palace would surely lead to big trouble.

But after three days, there was no movement from the Duskshire Palace, everything was calm.

Jade Dew Ointment continued its normal development, making a lot of money every day.

It's worth mentioning that Healwell Clinic has been rebuilt, and now it's time for decoration and finishing touches.

Dustin is only responsible for the money; a professional team takes care of everything else, so he doesn't need to worry.

Also, with the help from the person in the palace, Dustin has already obtained the Ice Heart Lotus smoothly, without any surprises.

Next, he just needs the Golden Marrow Jade.

And about that, Dustin already has a plan and is prepared.

Three days later, in Emberhold (the inner city of Stonia).

Early in the morning, Duskshire Palace was already lively and decorated with lanterns and streamers.

There were drums beating, lion and dragon dances, it was very festive.

Many high-ranking officials and nobles had already come to visit early in the day.

Because today is Prince of Duskshire's (Lord Eugene) fiftieth birthday.

As one of the top three important figures in Dragonmarsh Empire, Lord Eugene Montgomery, Prince of Duskshire, although not as powerful as the West Lucozia King who dominates the court, has a good reputation.

He was made a king at the age of thirty-five and retired from the military at thirty-six.

Throughout his life, he was generous, made many friends, opened schools, adopted orphans, and spent all his savings on doing good deeds.

Looking at the entire city of Stonia, whether friend or foe, anyone mentioning Lord Eugene's name respects him from the heart.

A hero for the country and the people.

Lord Eugene's life fully interprets the spirit of chivalry.

The only regret is that although Lord Eugene has many brothers and sisters, he has no children of his own.

So far, he's been alone.

Perhaps because of this regret, Lord Eugene has adopted many sons and daughters, most of whom are outstanding.

Among them, Ignatius is the most outstanding.

In his thirties, he has been titled the Jade-faced War God, with remarkable military achievements, shaking the world.

Comparing to Lord Eugene in his prime, he is not inferior.

As time goes on, more and more high-ranking officials and nobles come to congratulate Lord Eugene.

After disguising themselves, Dustin and Abigail also mix into the palace.

"Uncle, it's really lively here. The people attending the birthday feast should be very wealthy, right?" Abigail is in high spirits.

After disguising, she looks more mature today, with a more ordinary appearance.

"Of course, those invited to the birthday feast are either high-ranking officials or wealthy people, none of them are ordinary folks," Dustin replied.

"In that case, if I kidnap a few rich people, wouldn't I be able to make a fortune?" Abigail looks around as if searching for her prey.

"..."

Dustin twitches his eyes and immediately warns, "Abigail, you better not mess around. We have important business to attend to."

"Hehe, just kidding. I'm a law-abiding citizen. Why would I do such things?" Abigail laughs it off.

In her mind, she secretly thinks, only a fool would kidnap openly; I usually strike in the shadows.




Chapter 1517 Disguised

"Abigail, Lord Eugene has many experts, and there are many important figures coming later. Be careful not to expose your identity." Dustin solemnly cautioned.

Although both of them have disguised, and their original faces can't be seen, Lord Eugene has many extraordinary individuals. If their identities are discovered, it could be troublesome.

Especially for Abigail, as the Saintess of the Witchcraft Sect, in the eyes of the court and righteous people, she's a condemned and vilified witch, someone they'd like to eliminate as soon as possible.

So, they need to be careful.

"Relax, Uncle. I'm not a child. I know my limits. You can rest assured; I promise not to cause you any trouble."

Abigail's eyes rolled, scanning the wealthy individuals in the vicinity, and she almost drooled.

"Don't trust you at all!"

Dustin felt a bit frustrated. He used his knuckles to give Abigail's head a solid knock.

He should have known better than to bring her along. This little money enthusiast seems to see everyone as a walking money tree.

"Uncle! Look, it's so lively over there!"

At this moment, Abigail seemed to have discovered something and pointed to the entrance.

Dustin followed her gaze and saw an elite guard team, fully armed, marching in.

The leader was a young man in his thirties.

With sharp eyebrows and starry eyes, a stern face, a powerful aura, and an imposing military uniform with gold trim, he exuded dignity and valor.

As he passed through, the crowd automatically made way, bowing and saluting with great respect.

"Who is this guy? How dare he lead troops into Lord Eugene? Isn't he too bold?"

"Dude, are you new to Stonia? Don't you recognize the famous Jade-faced War God?"

"What? He's Ignatius, the Jade-faced War God? No wonder he looks so majestic!"

"..."

People whispered to each other, their eyes fixed on him.

Many knew of Ignatius, but few had seen him in person.

This was because Ignatius spent most of his time guarding the eastern frontier. Only on special occasions, such as holidays, would he return to Stonia to visit his adoptive father.

Today, being Lord Eugene's birthday, Ignatius, as his adopted son, naturally wouldn't miss it.

"I'll go change my clothes. You guys bring the gift I prepared for my adoptive father into the hall."

After entering the gate, Ignatius instructed.

The guards under his command immediately carried a cage and headed straight for the reception hall.

The cage was covered with black cloth, and its contents were not visible, but Dustin could detect a hint of a wild beast's scent from a distance.

"Uncle, it seems like there's a wild beast in the cage."

Abigail also noticed something unusual.

"For the birthday celebration, instead of giving gold and jewels, he's gifting a wild beast. Interesting." Dustin chuckled, carefully observing Ignatius.

Compared to ten years ago, there were indeed significant changes. If not for knowing his identity beforehand, it would be hard to recognize him.

"Uncle, is he our target?" Abigail also started observing.

"Yes, he's the one. Have our people get ready. The Golden Marrow Jade is on him, but we can't take it forcefully; we have to steal it." Dustin whispered.

"No problem!"

Abigail took out her phone and sent a message secretly.

"Hmm?"

At this moment, as if sensing something, Ignatius suddenly turned back.

His sharp gaze focused precisely on Dustin and Abigail.

This keen perception surprised Dustin, but he remained composed, pretending to be an ordinary guest, and immediately bowed respectfully.

"Thud, thud, thud..."

Ignatius didn't leave. Instead, he walked straight to Dustin and Abigail, asking coldly, "What are your names?"





Chapter 1518 Bumping to an Acquaintance

As he spoke, the guards by his side had already surrounded Dustin and Abigail.

Pairs of eyes glared at them.

"Greetings, Lord War God."

Dustin bowed his head and replied, "I am Elias Steelwing, and this is my sister, Amelia."

"You look somewhat familiar. Have we met before?" Ignatius inquired.

His eyes were sharp, examining Dustin from top to bottom, as if trying to see through him.

"Last year, when Lord War God returned victorious, Lord Eugene hosted a banquet. I had the honor of coming to pay my respects and witnessed the majesty of Lord War God. I never thought that Lord War God would remember me. I'm truly honored!" Dustin feigned a fearful expression.

This statement was half true and half false.

The true part was that Ignatius did indeed win a major battle last year and hosted a celebration banquet, inviting many guests.

Of course, Dustin naturally had no time to attend, and all this information was provided by Reginald.

To be prepared for any eventuality, he had memorized it thoroughly, and now it came in handy.

"Is that so?"

Ignatius squinted his eyes, still staring fixedly at Dustin. After a while, he finally withdrew his gaze. "It seems I made a mistake."

With that, he turned and left with his entourage without any hesitation.

"Uncle, it seems like this person is not simple."

Watching Ignatius's departing figure, Abigail's face became more serious.

Even from this distance, she could sense the unfriendly gaze, and his sharp perception was somewhat terrifying.

If an assassin wanted to launch a surprise attack, he probably would have been counter-killed before making a move.

"Being the War God of the Dragonmarsh is certainly not an ordinary person. If he didn't have some skills, how could he have roamed the battlefield for so many years?" Dustin smiled faintly.

Among the five War Gods, Ignatius was known to have the strongest strength.

Without having fought against him, Dustin couldn't estimate his true strength.

What Reginald said earlier was not wrong. Ten years had passed, and Ignatius had indeed changed a lot.

As for Dustin, without the support of the resources from the West Lucozia Palace, his cultivation speed had been greatly reduced.

So, when facing peers who were exceptional talents, he didn't have much advantage.

"Uncle, should I poison him and then go steal the Golden Marrow Jade?" Abigail suggested.

"No need. It's too risky. Let's stick to the plan." Dustin firmly rejected the idea.

Ignatius's strength was at least at the Grandmaster Grand Perfection level.

At this level, poisoning him would undoubtedly be extremely difficult.

Moreover, his perception was too sharp, and any abnormality would alert him.

"Alright, I'll follow your lead." Abigail did not insist.

"Let's go. Let's sit in the reception hall and watch the situation unfold."

Dustin smiled and led Abigail straight into the banquet hall.

At this moment, the banquet hall had already gathered many high-ranking officials and nobles, with guests constantly coming and going.

As soon as Dustin and Abigail entered, they saw several women coming towards them.

Among them, one woman, engrossed in conversation and not paying attention to the road, directly bumped into Dustin's chest.

The woman exclaimed in pain, taking a few steps back, and fell to the ground, gritting her teeth in pain.

"Who is it? Who has no eyes and dares to bump into me? Is this person looking for death?" The fallen woman directly began cursing loudly.

Dustin focused his gaze and couldn't help but furrow his brows slightly.

It seemed like they had encountered an old acquaintance again.

The woman who fell was none other than his former mother-in-law, Florence!






Chapter 1519 Stirring Up Trouble in the Palace

Looking at the once-repulsive face, Dustin subconsciously frowned.

He had anticipated the possibility of encountering acquaintances at the Duskshire Palace, so he deliberately disguised himself to avoid having his identity exposed. However, he didn't expect to run into Florence and others in this way. What bad luck!

Fortunately, the other party didn't recognize him now. With the intention of avoiding trouble, Dustin apologized proactively, "I'm sorry, I didn't pay attention just now. Are you okay?"

"Hey! Are you blind?"

Florence slapped her buttocks as she stood up, arrogantly shouting, "Do you know who I am? How dare you bump into me? It seems like you're tired of living!"

Her identity had changed significantly now. Anyone who dared to offend her was seeking their own death.

"Hey! It seems like you were blind while walking. You bumped into someone yourself, and now you're blaming us. That's really unreasonable!" Abigail sneered.

"Hey! What kind of thing are you? How dare you talk back to me?" Florence glared, becoming even more arrogant. "I command you to apologize to me immediately and compensate me for my mental damages. Otherwise, you won't be able to walk away!"

"Hehe... Scaring me? If we don't apologize or compensate, what can you do?" Abigail smirked.

"You little bitch! How dare you talk back to me? Do you know the consequences?" Florence was furious.

"I advise you to apologize sincerely and compensate, or you'll soon face great calamity!" Julie, who was standing beside them, spoke arrogantly.

This was the Duskshire Palace, their territory. No matter who the newcomers were, they had to obediently follow their orders.

"Sorry, it was my fault just now. Please don't mind. I am willing to compensate." Dustin remained calm and composed.

Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't back down.

However, today's main business was important, and he couldn't be bothered to get entangled. He just hoped to quickly get rid of this troublesome woman.

"Just your apology is not enough!" Florence pointed at Abigail. "She spoke disrespectfully to me just now and must give me a satisfactory explanation!"

"Abigail, apologize." Dustin signaled with his eyes.

"Fine, fine. It was my fault just now. I was rude, and I apologize to everyone." Abigail reluctantly admitted her mistake.

"Hmph! Just a simple apology? What do you take me for? Now, immediately kneel down and apologize to me, then give yourself ten slaps in the face. This way, I'll let you off!" Florence demanded.

Upon hearing this, Dustin couldn't help but furrow his brows slightly.

This shrew was really overstepping her boundaries. Did she really think of herself as a noble?

"Hey, I warn you not to go too far." Abigail squinted her eyes.

If the person in front of her didn't know how to behave, she didn't mind giving her a lesson.

"Hmph! Going too far? So what? I am a distinguished guest of the Duskshire Palace, and my daughter is the adopted daughter of Lord Eugene. Who do you think are? Why do you have the right to argue with me?" Florence arrogantly said, hands on her hips.

The commotion between the two sides attracted the attention of many people.

Some passing dignitaries pointed and discussed.

"Madam, today is Lord Eugene's birthday celebration. We don't have any deep-seated hatred. Why not reconcile and not disturb Lord Eugene's celebration?" Dustin tried to persuade.

"Don't give me your nonsense! I told you to apologize, so apologize. Otherwise, don't blame me for getting angry!" Florence glared and shouted, completely disregarding the occasion.

"If you insist on being unreasonable, then I have nothing more to say. We both know who's right and who's wrong. I don't believe you dare to act recklessly in the Duskshire Palace." Dustin said coldly.

He had already been patient enough, even apologizing and lowering his head.



Chapter 1520 Shut Up

"Alright! I'll show you where you rightfully belong!"

"Guards! Come quickly!"

"These two troublemakers are causing a scene in the Duskshire Palace and even dared to fight me. Immediately arrest them!"

Florence kept shouting and yelling.

Following her command, a team of guards at the entrance quickly surrounded them.

Dahlia was now a prominent figure in the Duskshire Palace, and her mother, Florence, was treated as a distinguished guest. With their high status, few dared to offend them.

"Stop!"

Just as the two sides were about to start a fight, Dahlia suddenly walked in and said in a deep voice, "What's going on here? Why are you drawing weapons? Don't you know what day it is today?!"

"Daughter, you came just in time!"

Seeing Dahlia, Florence immediately began to complain, "These two deliberately provoked us just now and even attacked me. They completely disrespected the Duskshire Palace. You must arrest them immediately to protect the Lord's birthday celebration."

She was twisting the truth skillfully.

"Who are you people? How dare you cause trouble in the Duskshire Palace?"

Dahlia turned her gaze towards Dustin and Abigail, her expression displeased.

"Miss Dahlia, we're not causing trouble. Your mother is being unreasonable."

Dustin calmly stated, "We came here to congratulate Prince of Duskshire on his birthday. However, as soon as we entered, your mother bumped into us. She demanded an apology and compensation. We apologized and were willing to compensate, but she went too far. She not only wanted us to kneel down but also insisted that we slap ourselves in the face. It's simply outrageous."

"Hmm? Is that so?" Dahlia frowned slightly, turning to look at her mother.

"Daughter, don't listen to his nonsense. He clearly deliberately bumped into me, deliberately provoked us. Look at his appearance, he's obviously a bad person!" Florence continued to act arrogantly.

With the backing of the Duskshire Palace, she could turn black into white.

"Miss Dahlia, the truth and falsehood are clear to everyone here. The right and wrong will be judged by public opinion. I believe that the Duskshire Palace would not want to bully others."

Dustin spoke calmly and confidently.

Hearing this, Dahlia frowned slightly.

The person in front of her was clear-headed, composed, and didn't seem like he was lying. Combined with the expressions of the people around, she could probably guess who was at fault.

After all, no one would be foolish enough to cause trouble in the Duskshire Palace.

"Daughter! This guy is spreading deceitful lies. Immediately arrest him and throw him into the dungeon!"

"Shut up!"

Dahlia glared at her mother and scolded, "Today is my foster father's birthday celebration. All the guests here are high-ranking officials and nobles. Can't you stop making a scene?!"

Duskshire Palace had a well-known reputation, and everyone knew about it.

If a scandal of bullying occurred during prince of Duskshire's birthday celebration, the impact would be extremely detrimental.

"Why are you blaming me? It's clearly this guy's fault." Florence seemed somewhat aggrieved.

However, under the stern gaze of her daughter, her voice became quieter and more timid.

"I don't care whose fault it is. This matter ends here. If anyone dares to make trouble again, don't blame me for being impolite!" Dahlia said sternly.

Although Florence was dissatisfied, she didn't dare to argue.

With the mother relying on the daughter, her current status was all thanks to her daughter, and naturally, she didn't dare to go against her will.
 
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Chapter 1516 Chivalry

Of course, just to be safe, we need someone's help with this.

......

In the blink of an eye, three days have passed.

During these three days, Jade Dew Ointment's reputation has been growing, and countless people come knocking on their doors every day seeking medicine.

Some folks initially thought it would be a joke to mess with Jade Dew Ointment, believing that offending someone from the Duskshire Palace would surely lead to big trouble.

But after three days, there was no movement from the Duskshire Palace, everything was calm.

Jade Dew Ointment continued its normal development, making a lot of money every day.

It's worth mentioning that Healwell Clinic has been rebuilt, and now it's time for decoration and finishing touches.

Dustin is only responsible for the money; a professional team takes care of everything else, so he doesn't need to worry.

Also, with the help from the person in the palace, Dustin has already obtained the Ice Heart Lotus smoothly, without any surprises.

Next, he just needs the Golden Marrow Jade.

And about that, Dustin already has a plan and is prepared.

Three days later, in Emberhold (the inner city of Stonia).

Early in the morning, Duskshire Palace was already lively and decorated with lanterns and streamers.

There were drums beating, lion and dragon dances, it was very festive.

Many high-ranking officials and nobles had already come to visit early in the day.

Because today is King of Duskshire's (Lord Eugene) fiftieth birthday.

As one of the three kings with different surnames, Lord Eugene Montgomery, King of Duskshire, although not as powerful as the West Lucozia King who dominates the court, has a good reputation.

He was made a king at the age of thirty-five and retired from the military at thirty-six.

Throughout his life, he was generous, made many friends, opened schools, adopted orphans, and spent all his savings on doing good deeds.

Looking at the entire city of Stonia, whether friend or foe, anyone mentioning Lord Eugene's name respects him from the heart.

A hero for the country and the people.

Lord Eugene's life fully interprets the spirit of chivalry.

The only regret is that although Lord Eugene has many brothers and sisters, he has no children of his own.

So far, he's been alone.

Perhaps because of this regret, Lord Eugene has adopted many sons and daughters, most of whom are outstanding.

Among them, Ignatius is the most outstanding.

In his thirties, he has been titled the Jade-faced War God, with remarkable military achievements, shaking the world.

Comparing to Lord Eugene in his prime, he is not inferior.

As time goes on, more and more high-ranking officials and nobles come to congratulate Lord Eugene.

After disguising themselves, Dustin and Abigail also mix into the palace.

"Uncle, it's really lively here. The people attending the birthday feast should be very wealthy, right?" Abigail is in high spirits.

After disguising, she looks more mature today, with a more ordinary appearance.

"Of course, those invited to the birthday feast are either high-ranking officials or wealthy people, none of them are ordinary folks," Dustin replied.

"In that case, if I kidnap a few rich people, wouldn't I be able to make a fortune?" Abigail looks around as if searching for her prey.

"..."

Dustin twitches his eyes and immediately warns, "Abigail, you better not mess around. We have important business to attend to."

"Hehe, just kidding. I'm a law-abiding citizen. Why would I do such things?" Abigail laughs it off.

In her mind, she secretly thinks, only a fool would kidnap openly; I usually strike in the shadows.




Chapter 1517 Disguised

"Abigail, Lord Eugene has many experts, and there are many important figures coming later. Be careful not to expose your identity." Dustin solemnly cautioned.

Although both of them have disguised, and their original faces can't be seen, Lord Eugene has many extraordinary individuals. If their identities are discovered, it could be troublesome.

Especially for Abigail, as the Saintess of the Witchcraft Sect, in the eyes of the court and righteous people, she's a condemned and vilified witch, someone they'd like to eliminate as soon as possible.

So, they need to be careful.

"Relax, Uncle. I'm not a child. I know my limits. You can rest assured; I promise not to cause you any trouble."

Abigail's eyes rolled, scanning the wealthy individuals in the vicinity, and she almost drooled.

"Don't trust you at all!"

Dustin felt a bit frustrated. He used his knuckles to give Abigail's head a solid knock.

He should have known better than to bring her along. This little money enthusiast seems to see everyone as a walking money tree.

"Uncle! Look, it's so lively over there!"

At this moment, Abigail seemed to have discovered something and pointed to the entrance.

Dustin followed her gaze and saw an elite guard team, fully armed, marching in.

The leader was a young man in his thirties.

With sharp eyebrows and starry eyes, a stern face, a powerful aura, and an imposing military uniform with gold trim, he exuded dignity and valor.

As he passed through, the crowd automatically made way, bowing and saluting with great respect.

"Who is this guy? How dare he lead troops into Lord Eugene? Isn't he too bold?"

"Dude, are you new to Stonia? Don't you recognize the famous Jade-faced War God?"

"What? He's Ignatius, the Jade-faced War God? No wonder he looks so majestic!"

"..."

People whispered to each other, their eyes fixed on him.

Many knew of Ignatius, but few had seen him in person.

This was because Ignatius spent most of his time guarding the eastern frontier. Only on special occasions, such as holidays, would he return to Stonia to visit his adoptive father.

Today, being Lord Eugene's birthday, Ignatius, as his adopted son, naturally wouldn't miss it.

"I'll go change my clothes. You guys bring the gift I prepared for my adoptive father into the hall."

After entering the gate, Ignatius instructed.

The guards under his command immediately carried a cage and headed straight for the reception hall.

The cage was covered with black cloth, and its contents were not visible, but Dustin could detect a hint of a wild beast's scent from a distance.

"Uncle, it seems like there's a wild beast in the cage."

Abigail also noticed something unusual.

"For the birthday celebration, instead of giving gold and jewels, he's gifting a wild beast. Interesting." Dustin chuckled, carefully observing Ignatius.

Compared to ten years ago, there were indeed significant changes. If not for knowing his identity beforehand, it would be hard to recognize him.

"Uncle, is he our target?" Abigail also started observing.

"Yes, he's the one. Have our people get ready. The Golden Marrow Jade is on him, but we can't take it forcefully; we have to steal it." Dustin whispered.

"No problem!"

Abigail took out her phone and sent a message secretly.

"Hmm?"

At this moment, as if sensing something, Ignatius suddenly turned back.

His sharp gaze focused precisely on Dustin and Abigail.

This keen perception surprised Dustin, but he remained composed, pretending to be an ordinary guest, and immediately bowed respectfully.

"Thud, thud, thud..."

Ignatius didn't leave. Instead, he walked straight to Dustin and Abigail, asking coldly, "What are your names?"





Chapter 1518 Bumping to an Acquaintance

As he spoke, the guards by his side had already surrounded Dustin and Abigail.

Pairs of eyes glared at them.

"Greetings, Lord War God."

Dustin bowed his head and replied, "I am Dustin, and this is my sister, Abigail."

"You look somewhat familiar. Have we met before?" Ignatius inquired.

His eyes were sharp, examining Dustin from top to bottom, as if trying to see through him.

"Last year, when Lord War God returned victorious, Lord Eugene hosted a banquet. I had the honor of coming to pay my respects and witnessed the majesty of Lord War God. I never thought that Lord War God would remember me. I'm truly honored!" Dustin feigned a fearful expression.

This statement was half true and half false.

The true part was that Ignatius did indeed win a major battle last year and hosted a celebration banquet, inviting many guests.

Of course, Dustin naturally had no time to attend, and all this information was provided by Reginald.

To be prepared for any eventuality, he had memorized it thoroughly, and now it came in handy.

"Is that so?"

Ignatius squinted his eyes, still staring fixedly at Dustin. After a while, he finally withdrew his gaze. "It seems I made a mistake."

With that, he turned and left with his entourage without any hesitation.

"Uncle, it seems like this person is not simple."

Watching Ignatius's departing figure, Abigail's face became more serious.

Even from this distance, she could sense the unfriendly gaze, and his sharp perception was somewhat terrifying.

If an assassin wanted to launch a surprise attack, he probably would have been counter-killed before making a move.

"Being the War God of the Dragonmarsh is certainly not an ordinary person. If he didn't have some skills, how could he have roamed the battlefield for so many years?" Dustin smiled faintly.

Among the five War Gods, Ignatius was known to have the strongest strength.

Without having fought against him, Dustin couldn't estimate his true strength.

What Reginald said earlier was not wrong. Ten years had passed, and Ignatius had indeed changed a lot.

As for Dustin, without the support of the resources from the West Lucozia Palace, his cultivation speed had been greatly reduced.

So, when facing peers who were exceptional talents, he didn't have much advantage.

"Uncle, should I poison him and then go steal the Golden Marrow Jade?" Abigail suggested.

"No need. It's too risky. Let's stick to the plan." Dustin firmly rejected the idea.

Ignatius's strength was at least at the Grandmaster Grand Perfection level.

At this level, poisoning him would undoubtedly be extremely difficult.

Moreover, his perception was too sharp, and any abnormality would alert him.

"Alright, I'll follow your lead." Abigail did not insist.

"Let's go. Let's sit in the reception hall and watch the situation unfold."

Dustin smiled and led Abigail straight into the banquet hall.

At this moment, the banquet hall had already gathered many high-ranking officials and nobles, with guests constantly coming and going.

As soon as Dustin and Abigail entered, they saw several women coming towards them.

Among them, one woman, engrossed in conversation and not paying attention to the road, directly bumped into Dustin's chest.

The woman exclaimed in pain, taking a few steps back, and fell to the ground, gritting her teeth in pain.

"Who is it? Who has no eyes and dares to bump into me? Is this person looking for death?" The fallen woman directly began cursing loudly.

Dustin focused his gaze and couldn't help but furrow his brows slightly.

It seemed like they had encountered an old acquaintance again.

The woman who fell was none other than his former mother-in-law, Florence!






Chapter 1519 Stirring Up Trouble in the Palace

Looking at the once-repulsive face, Dustin subconsciously frowned.

He had anticipated the possibility of encountering acquaintances at the Duskshire Palace, so he deliberately disguised himself to avoid having his identity exposed. However, he didn't expect to run into Florence and others in this way. What bad luck!

Fortunately, the other party didn't recognize him now. With the intention of avoiding trouble, Dustin apologized proactively, "I'm sorry, I didn't pay attention just now. Are you okay?"

"Hey! Are you blind?"

Florence slapped her buttocks as she stood up, arrogantly shouting, "Do you know who I am? How dare you bump into me? It seems like you're tired of living!"

Her identity had changed significantly now. Anyone who dared to offend her was seeking their own death.

"Hey! It seems like you were blind while walking. You bumped into someone yourself, and now you're blaming us. That's really unreasonable!" Abigail sneered.

"Hey! What kind of thing are you? How dare you talk back to me?" Florence glared, becoming even more arrogant. "I command you to apologize to me immediately and compensate me for my mental damages. Otherwise, you won't be able to walk away!"

"Hehe... Scaring me? If we don't apologize or compensate, what can you do?" Abigail smirked.

"You little bitch! How dare you talk back to me? Do you know the consequences?" Florence was furious.

"I advise you to apologize sincerely and compensate, or you'll soon face great calamity!" Julie, who was standing beside them, spoke arrogantly.

This was the Duskshire Palace, their territory. No matter who the newcomers were, they had to obediently follow their orders.

"Sorry, it was my fault just now. Please don't mind. I am willing to compensate." Dustin remained calm and composed.

Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't back down.

However, today's main business was important, and he couldn't be bothered to get entangled. He just hoped to quickly get rid of this troublesome woman.

"Just your apology is not enough!" Florence pointed at Abigail. "She spoke disrespectfully to me just now and must give me a satisfactory explanation!"

"Abigail, apologize." Dustin signaled with his eyes.

"Fine, fine. It was my fault just now. I was rude, and I apologize to everyone." Abigail reluctantly admitted her mistake.

"Hmph! Just a simple apology? What do you take me for? Now, immediately kneel down and apologize to me, then give yourself ten slaps in the face. This way, I'll let you off!" Florence demanded.

Upon hearing this, Dustin couldn't help but furrow his brows slightly.

This shrew was really overstepping her boundaries. Did she really think of herself as a noble?

"Hey, I warn you not to go too far." Abigail squinted her eyes.

If the person in front of her didn't know how to behave, she didn't mind giving her a lesson.

"Hmph! Going too far? So what? I am a distinguished guest of the Duskshire Palace, and my daughter is the adopted daughter of Lord Eugene. Who do you think you small roles are? Why do you have the right to argue with me?" Florence arrogantly said, hands on her hips.

The commotion between the two sides attracted the attention of many people.

Some passing dignitaries pointed and discussed.

"This madam, today is Lord Eugene's birthday celebration. We don't have any deep-seated hatred. Why not reconcile and not disturb Lord Eugene's celebration?" Dustin tried to persuade.

"Don't give me your nonsense! I told you to apologize, so apologize. Otherwise, don't blame me for getting angry!" Florence glared and shouted, completely disregarding the occasion.

"If you insist on being unreasonable, then I have nothing more to say. Right and wrong have their own judgment. I don't believe you dare to act recklessly in the Duskshire Palace." Dustin said coldly.

He had already been patient enough, even apologizing and lowering his head.



Chapter 1520 Shut Up

"Alright! I'll show you what you're made of!"

"Guards! Come quickly!"

"These two troublemakers are causing a scene in the Duskshire Palace and even dared to fight me. Immediately arrest them!"

Florence kept shouting and yelling.

Following her command, a team of guards at the entrance quickly surrounded them.

Dahlia was now a prominent figure in the Duskshire Palace, and her mother, Florence, was treated as a distinguished guest. With their high status, few dared to offend them.

"Stop!"

Just as the two sides were about to start a fight, Dahlia suddenly walked in and said in a deep voice, "What's going on here? Why are you drawing weapons? Don't you know what day it is today?!"

"Daughter, you came just in time!"

Seeing Dahlia, Florence immediately began to complain, "These two deliberately provoked us just now and even attacked me. They completely disregarded the Duskshire Palace. You must arrest them immediately and not affect the Lord's birthday celebration."

She was twisting the truth skillfully.

"Who are you people? How dare you cause trouble in the Duskshire Palace?"

Dahlia turned her gaze towards Dustin and Abigail, her expression displeased.

"Miss Dahlia, we're not causing trouble. Your mother is being unreasonable."

Dustin calmly stated, "We came here to congratulate King of Duskshire on his birthday. However, as soon as we entered, your mother bumped into us. She demanded an apology and compensation. We apologized and were willing to compensate, but she went too far. She not only wanted us to kneel down but also insisted that we slap ourselves in the face. It's simply outrageous."

"Hmm? Is that so?" Dahlia frowned slightly, turning to look at her mother.

"Daughter, don't listen to his nonsense. He clearly deliberately bumped into me, deliberately provoked us. Look at his appearance, he's obviously a bad person!" Florence continued to act arrogantly.

With the backing of the Duskshire Palace, she could turn black into white.

"Miss Dahlia, the truth and falsehood are clear to everyone here. The right and wrong will be judged by public opinion. I believe that the Duskshire Palace would not want to bully others."

Dustin spoke calmly and confidently.

Hearing this, Dahlia frowned slightly.

The person in front of her was clear-headed, composed, and didn't seem like he was lying. Combined with the expressions of the people around, she could probably guess who was at fault.

After all, no one would be foolish enough to cause trouble in the Duskshire Palace.

"Daughter! This guy is spreading deceitful lies. Immediately arrest him and throw him into the dungeon!"

"Shut up!"

Dahlia glared at her mother and scolded, "Today is my foster father's birthday celebration. All the guests here are high-ranking officials and nobles. Can't you stop making a scene?!"

Duskshire Palace had a well-known reputation, and everyone knew about it.

If a scandal of bullying occurred during King of Duskshire's birthday celebration, the impact would be extremely detrimental.

"Why am I causing trouble? It's clearly this guy's fault." Florence seemed somewhat aggrieved.

However, under the stern gaze of her daughter, her voice became quieter and more timid.

"I don't care whose fault it is. This matter ends here. If anyone dares to make trouble again, don't blame me for being impolite!" Dahlia said sternly.

Although Florence was dissatisfied, she didn't dare to argue.

With the mother relying on the daughter, her current status was all thanks to her daughter, and naturally, she didn't dare to go against her will.
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Chapter 1516 Chivalry

Of course, just to be safe, we need someone's help with this.

......

In the blink of an eye, three days have passed.

During these three days, Jade Dew Ointment's reputation has been growing, and countless people come knocking on their doors every day seeking medicine.

Some folks initially thought it would be a joke to mess with Jade Dew Ointment, believing that offending someone from the Duskshire Palace would surely lead to big trouble.

But after three days, there was no movement from the Duskshire Palace, everything was calm.

Jade Dew Ointment continued its normal development, making a lot of money every day.

It's worth mentioning that Healwell Clinic has been rebuilt, and now it's time for decoration and finishing touches.

Dustin is only responsible for the money; a professional team takes care of everything else, so he doesn't need to worry.

Also, with the help from the person in the palace, Dustin has already obtained the Ice Heart Lotus smoothly, without any surprises.

Next, he just needs the Golden Marrow Jade.

And about that, Dustin already has a plan and is prepared.

Three days later, in Emberhold (the inner city of Stonia).

Early in the morning, Duskshire Palace was already lively and decorated with lanterns and streamers.

There were drums beating, lion and dragon dances, it was very festive.

Many high-ranking officials and nobles had already come to visit early in the day.

Because today is King of Duskshire's (Lord Eugene) fiftieth birthday.

As one of the three kings with different surnames, Lord Eugene Montgomery, King of Duskshire, although not as powerful as the West Lucozia King who dominates the court, has a good reputation.

He was made a king at the age of thirty-five and retired from the military at thirty-six.

Throughout his life, he was generous, made many friends, opened schools, adopted orphans, and spent all his savings on doing good deeds.

Looking at the entire city of Stonia, whether friend or foe, anyone mentioning Lord Eugene's name respects him from the heart.

A hero for the country and the people.

Lord Eugene's life fully interprets the spirit of chivalry.

The only regret is that although Lord Eugene has many brothers and sisters, he has no children of his own.

So far, he's been alone.

Perhaps because of this regret, Lord Eugene has adopted many sons and daughters, most of whom are outstanding.

Among them, Ignatius is the most outstanding.

In his thirties, he has been titled the Jade-faced War God, with remarkable military achievements, shaking the world.

Comparing to Lord Eugene in his prime, he is not inferior.

As time goes on, more and more high-ranking officials and nobles come to congratulate Lord Eugene.

After disguising themselves, Dustin and Abigail also mix into the palace.

"Uncle, it's really lively here. The people attending the birthday feast should be very wealthy, right?" Abigail is in high spirits.

After disguising, she looks more mature today, with a more ordinary appearance.

"Of course, those invited to the birthday feast are either high-ranking officials or wealthy people, none of them are ordinary folks," Dustin replied.

"In that case, if I kidnap a few rich people, wouldn't I be able to make a fortune?" Abigail looks around as if searching for her prey.

"..."

Dustin twitches his eyes and immediately warns, "Abigail, you better not mess around. We have important business to attend to."

"Hehe, just kidding. I'm a law-abiding citizen. Why would I do such things?" Abigail laughs it off.

In her mind, she secretly thinks, only a fool would kidnap openly; I usually strike in the shadows.




Chapter 1517 Disguised

"Abigail, Lord Eugene has many experts, and there are many important figures coming later. Be careful not to expose your identity." Dustin solemnly cautioned.

Although both of them have disguised, and their original faces can't be seen, Lord Eugene has many extraordinary individuals. If their identities are discovered, it could be troublesome.

Especially for Abigail, as the Saintess of the Witchcraft Sect, in the eyes of the court and righteous people, she's a condemned and vilified witch, someone they'd like to eliminate as soon as possible.

So, they need to be careful.

"Relax, Uncle. I'm not a child. I know my limits. You can rest assured; I promise not to cause you any trouble."

Abigail's eyes rolled, scanning the wealthy individuals in the vicinity, and she almost drooled.

"Don't trust you at all!"

Dustin felt a bit frustrated. He used his knuckles to give Abigail's head a solid knock.

He should have known better than to bring her along. This little money enthusiast seems to see everyone as a walking money tree.

"Uncle! Look, it's so lively over there!"

At this moment, Abigail seemed to have discovered something and pointed to the entrance.

Dustin followed her gaze and saw an elite guard team, fully armed, marching in.

The leader was a young man in his thirties.

With sharp eyebrows and starry eyes, a stern face, a powerful aura, and an imposing military uniform with gold trim, he exuded dignity and valor.

As he passed through, the crowd automatically made way, bowing and saluting with great respect.

"Who is this guy? How dare he lead troops into Lord Eugene? Isn't he too bold?"

"Dude, are you new to Stonia? Don't you recognize the famous Jade-faced War God?"

"What? He's Ignatius, the Jade-faced War God? No wonder he looks so majestic!"

"..."

People whispered to each other, their eyes fixed on him.

Many knew of Ignatius, but few had seen him in person.

This was because Ignatius spent most of his time guarding the eastern frontier. Only on special occasions, such as holidays, would he return to Stonia to visit his adoptive father.

Today, being Lord Eugene's birthday, Ignatius, as his adopted son, naturally wouldn't miss it.

"I'll go change my clothes. You guys bring the gift I prepared for my adoptive father into the hall."

After entering the gate, Ignatius instructed.

The guards under his command immediately carried a cage and headed straight for the reception hall.

The cage was covered with black cloth, and its contents were not visible, but Dustin could detect a hint of a wild beast's scent from a distance.

"Uncle, it seems like there's a wild beast in the cage."

Abigail also noticed something unusual.

"For the birthday celebration, instead of giving gold and jewels, he's gifting a wild beast. Interesting." Dustin chuckled, carefully observing Ignatius.

Compared to ten years ago, there were indeed significant changes. If not for knowing his identity beforehand, it would be hard to recognize him.

"Uncle, is he our target?" Abigail also started observing.

"Yes, he's the one. Have our people get ready. The Golden Marrow Jade is on him, but we can't take it forcefully; we have to steal it." Dustin whispered.

"No problem!"

Abigail took out her phone and sent a message secretly.

"Hmm?"

At this moment, as if sensing something, Ignatius suddenly turned back.

His sharp gaze focused precisely on Dustin and Abigail.

This keen perception surprised Dustin, but he remained composed, pretending to be an ordinary guest, and immediately bowed respectfully.

"Thud, thud, thud..."

Ignatius didn't leave. Instead, he walked straight to Dustin and Abigail, asking coldly, "What are your names?"





Chapter 1518 Bumping to an Acquaintance

As he spoke, the guards by his side had already surrounded Dustin and Abigail.

Pairs of eyes glared at them.

"Greetings, Lord War God."

Dustin bowed his head and replied, "I am Dustin, and this is my sister, Abigail."

"You look somewhat familiar. Have we met before?" Ignatius inquired.

His eyes were sharp, examining Dustin from top to bottom, as if trying to see through him.

"Last year, when Lord War God returned victorious, Lord Eugene hosted a banquet. I had the honor of coming to pay my respects and witnessed the majesty of Lord War God. I never thought that Lord War God would remember me. I'm truly honored!" Dustin feigned a fearful expression.

This statement was half true and half false.

The true part was that Ignatius did indeed win a major battle last year and hosted a celebration banquet, inviting many guests.

Of course, Dustin naturally had no time to attend, and all this information was provided by Reginald.

To be prepared for any eventuality, he had memorized it thoroughly, and now it came in handy.

"Is that so?"

Ignatius squinted his eyes, still staring fixedly at Dustin. After a while, he finally withdrew his gaze. "It seems I made a mistake."

With that, he turned and left with his entourage without any hesitation.

"Uncle, it seems like this person is not simple."

Watching Ignatius's departing figure, Abigail's face became more serious.

Even from this distance, she could sense the unfriendly gaze, and his sharp perception was somewhat terrifying.

If an assassin wanted to launch a surprise attack, he probably would have been counter-killed before making a move.

"Being the War God of the Dragonmarsh is certainly not an ordinary person. If he didn't have some skills, how could he have roamed the battlefield for so many years?" Dustin smiled faintly.

Among the five War Gods, Ignatius was known to have the strongest strength.

Without having fought against him, Dustin couldn't estimate his true strength.

What Reginald said earlier was not wrong. Ten years had passed, and Ignatius had indeed changed a lot.

As for Dustin, without the support of the resources from the West Lucozia Palace, his cultivation speed had been greatly reduced.

So, when facing peers who were exceptional talents, he didn't have much advantage.

"Uncle, should I poison him and then go steal the Golden Marrow Jade?" Abigail suggested.

"No need. It's too risky. Let's stick to the plan." Dustin firmly rejected the idea.

Ignatius's strength was at least at the Grandmaster Grand Perfection level.

At this level, poisoning him would undoubtedly be extremely difficult.

Moreover, his perception was too sharp, and any abnormality would alert him.

"Alright, I'll follow your lead." Abigail did not insist.

"Let's go. Let's sit in the reception hall and watch the situation unfold."

Dustin smiled and led Abigail straight into the banquet hall.

At this moment, the banquet hall had already gathered many high-ranking officials and nobles, with guests constantly coming and going.

As soon as Dustin and Abigail entered, they saw several women coming towards them.

Among them, one woman, engrossed in conversation and not paying attention to the road, directly bumped into Dustin's chest.

The woman exclaimed in pain, taking a few steps back, and fell to the ground, gritting her teeth in pain.

"Who is it? Who has no eyes and dares to bump into me? Is this person looking for death?" The fallen woman directly began cursing loudly.

Dustin focused his gaze and couldn't help but furrow his brows slightly.

It seemed like they had encountered an old acquaintance again.

The woman who fell was none other than his former mother-in-law, Florence!






Chapter 1519 Stirring Up Trouble in the Palace

Looking at the once-repulsive face, Dustin subconsciously frowned.

He had anticipated the possibility of encountering acquaintances at the Duskshire Palace, so he deliberately disguised himself to avoid having his identity exposed. However, he didn't expect to run into Florence and others in this way. What bad luck!

Fortunately, the other party didn't recognize him now. With the intention of avoiding trouble, Dustin apologized proactively, "I'm sorry, I didn't pay attention just now. Are you okay?"

"Hey! Are you blind?"

Florence slapped her buttocks as she stood up, arrogantly shouting, "Do you know who I am? How dare you bump into me? It seems like you're tired of living!"

Her identity had changed significantly now. Anyone who dared to offend her was seeking their own death.

"Hey! It seems like you were blind while walking. You bumped into someone yourself, and now you're blaming us. That's really unreasonable!" Abigail sneered.

"Hey! What kind of thing are you? How dare you talk back to me?" Florence glared, becoming even more arrogant. "I command you to apologize to me immediately and compensate me for my mental damages. Otherwise, you won't be able to walk away!"

"Hehe... Scaring me? If we don't apologize or compensate, what can you do?" Abigail smirked.

"You little bitch! How dare you talk back to me? Do you know the consequences?" Florence was furious.

"I advise you to apologize sincerely and compensate, or you'll soon face great calamity!" Julie, who was standing beside them, spoke arrogantly.

This was the Duskshire Palace, their territory. No matter who the newcomers were, they had to obediently follow their orders.

"Sorry, it was my fault just now. Please don't mind. I am willing to compensate." Dustin remained calm and composed.

Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't back down.

However, today's main business was important, and he couldn't be bothered to get entangled. He just hoped to quickly get rid of this troublesome woman.

"Just your apology is not enough!" Florence pointed at Abigail. "She spoke disrespectfully to me just now and must give me a satisfactory explanation!"

"Abigail, apologize." Dustin signaled with his eyes.

"Fine, fine. It was my fault just now. I was rude, and I apologize to everyone." Abigail reluctantly admitted her mistake.

"Hmph! Just a simple apology? What do you take me for? Now, immediately kneel down and apologize to me, then give yourself ten slaps in the face. This way, I'll let you off!" Florence demanded.

Upon hearing this, Dustin couldn't help but furrow his brows slightly.

This shrew was really overstepping her boundaries. Did she really think of herself as a noble?

"Hey, I warn you not to go too far." Abigail squinted her eyes.

If the person in front of her didn't know how to behave, she didn't mind giving her a lesson.

"Hmph! Going too far? So what? I am a distinguished guest of the Duskshire Palace, and my daughter is the adopted daughter of Lord Eugene. Who do you think are? Why do you have the right to argue with me?" Florence arrogantly said, hands on her hips.

The commotion between the two sides attracted the attention of many people.

Some passing dignitaries pointed and discussed.

"Madam, today is Lord Eugene's birthday celebration. We don't have any deep-seated hatred. Why not reconcile and not disturb Lord Eugene's celebration?" Dustin tried to persuade.

"Don't give me your nonsense! I told you to apologize, so apologize. Otherwise, don't blame me for getting angry!" Florence glared and shouted, completely disregarding the occasion.

"If you insist on being unreasonable, then I have nothing more to say. We both know who's right and who's wrong. I don't believe you dare to act recklessly in the Duskshire Palace." Dustin said coldly.

He had already been patient enough, even apologizing and lowering his head.



Chapter 1520 Shut Up

"Alright! I'll show you where you rightfully belong!"

"Guards! Come quickly!"

"These two troublemakers are causing a scene in the Duskshire Palace and even dared to fight me. Immediately arrest them!"

Florence kept shouting and yelling.

Following her command, a team of guards at the entrance quickly surrounded them.

Dahlia was now a prominent figure in the Duskshire Palace, and her mother, Florence, was treated as a distinguished guest. With their high status, few dared to offend them.

"Stop!"

Just as the two sides were about to start a fight, Dahlia suddenly walked in and said in a deep voice, "What's going on here? Why are you drawing weapons? Don't you know what day it is today?!"

"Daughter, you came just in time!"

Seeing Dahlia, Florence immediately began to complain, "These two deliberately provoked us just now and even attacked me. They completely disrespected the Duskshire Palace. You must arrest them immediately to protect the Lord's birthday celebration."

She was twisting the truth skillfully.

"Who are you people? How dare you cause trouble in the Duskshire Palace?"

Dahlia turned her gaze towards Dustin and Abigail, her expression displeased.

"Miss Dahlia, we're not causing trouble. Your mother is being unreasonable."

Dustin calmly stated, "We came here to congratulate King of Duskshire on his birthday. However, as soon as we entered, your mother bumped into us. She demanded an apology and compensation. We apologized and were willing to compensate, but she went too far. She not only wanted us to kneel down but also insisted that we slap ourselves in the face. It's simply outrageous."

"Hmm? Is that so?" Dahlia frowned slightly, turning to look at her mother.

"Daughter, don't listen to his nonsense. He clearly deliberately bumped into me, deliberately provoked us. Look at his appearance, he's obviously a bad person!" Florence continued to act arrogantly.

With the backing of the Duskshire Palace, she could turn black into white.

"Miss Dahlia, the truth and falsehood are clear to everyone here. The right and wrong will be judged by public opinion. I believe that the Duskshire Palace would not want to bully others."

Dustin spoke calmly and confidently.

Hearing this, Dahlia frowned slightly.

The person in front of her was clear-headed, composed, and didn't seem like he was lying. Combined with the expressions of the people around, she could probably guess who was at fault.

After all, no one would be foolish enough to cause trouble in the Duskshire Palace.

"Daughter! This guy is spreading deceitful lies. Immediately arrest him and throw him into the dungeon!"

"Shut up!"

Dahlia glared at her mother and scolded, "Today is my foster father's birthday celebration. All the guests here are high-ranking officials and nobles. Can't you stop making a scene?!"

Duskshire Palace had a well-known reputation, and everyone knew about it.

If a scandal of bullying occurred during King of Duskshire's birthday celebration, the impact would be extremely detrimental.

"Why are you blaming me? It's clearly this guy's fault." Florence seemed somewhat aggrieved.

However, under the stern gaze of her daughter, her voice became quieter and more timid.

"I don't care whose fault it is. This matter ends here. If anyone dares to make trouble again, don't blame me for being impolite!" Dahlia said sternly.

Although Florence was dissatisfied, she didn't dare to argue.

With the mother relying on the daughter, her current status was all thanks to her daughter, and naturally, she didn't dare to go against her will.
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Chapter 1521 Prince’s Reputation

After calming Florence, Dahlia turned her attention back to Dustin and Abigail. She expressed her apologies for the earlier incident, assuring them that such a situation would not happen again. Dahlia then gracefully bowed to signify her sincerity.

The surrounding guests nodded in approval of Dahlia's actions. As the adopted daughter of Lord Eugene, Prince of Duskshire, Dahlia's willingness to apologize publicly showcased her wisdom and the importance she placed on the overall situation.

"Lord Dahlia, you are too kind. We also prefer not to escalate the matter. Resolving conflicts peacefully is the best outcome," Dustin responded, nodding in acknowledgment.

"Mr Steelwing is indeed a reasonable person. May I ask for your first name?" Dahlia politely inquired.

"I am Elias, and this is my sister, Amelia," Dustin introduced.

"I see. Mr Elias and Miss Amelia, you are our guests. Please take your seats," Dahlia said, gesturing for the attendants to arrange seats for the siblings in a prominent location.

"Thank you."

Dustin and Abigail took their seats without hesitation. Although the earlier incident had attracted attention, it seemed that it would not affect their plans negatively.

Florence, on the other hand, complained about Dahlia's kindness, suggesting that they should be expelled from the venue.

"Humph! How can you still say such things?!"

Dahlia cast a cold glance at her mother. "Do you know the potential consequences if this had escalated? In front of these influential figures, causing such a scene would be seen as Duskshire Palace bullying others. King of Duskshire's reputation, built over a decade, would be tarnished. Can't you see how serious it is?"

"It's not that serious, right? We just taught those two idiots a lesson; how does it involve Lord Eugene's reputation?" Florence felt her daughter was overreacting.

"Not serious? Open your eyes and see who the guests are today."

Dahlia looked stern. "In front of these influential figures, causing such a ridiculous scene is equivalent to slapping King's face. If someone with ill intentions uses this incident against us and spreads it, what do you think the consequences will be?"

She emphasized the need for caution, as the greater the influence of Duskshire Palace, the higher the scrutiny it faced. Any misstep could lead to severe consequences.

"I... I didn't know there would be such consequences. Besides, it's not my fault," Florence said defensively.

"That's enough!"

Dahlia frowned. "Regardless of the reason, all of you must remember one thing: today, we prioritize the overall situation. Do not do anything that tarnishes the reputation of Duskshire Palace. Understand?"

“Understood.”

Florence and her companions nodded repeatedly, finally realizing the seriousness of the situation. While their usual arrogance might have been tolerated, today was a special day, and they needed to exercise restraint.

"Alright, find a place to sit on your own and don't cause any trouble for me," Dahlia cautioned them before getting back to her duties.

Now in charge of over half of Duskshire Palace's industries, Dahlia had become the de facto manager of the palace.

As time passed, more and more guests started arriving, each a prominent figure in their own right. By noon, Lord Eugene, the celebrant, made his formal entrance.

In the midst of the star-studded gathering, a middle-aged man in traditional attire entered with a smile. He had a slightly plump figure, kind eyebrows, and a friendly demeanor that lacked the imposing air one would expect from a king. At first glance, he seemed like an ordinary, amiable uncle from the neighborhood.

However, as the middle-aged man entered, all the guests in the room rose to their feet, respectfully bowing and saying in unison, "Greetings to Lord Eugene!"

"Good, good, good. No need for such formality, please be seated. Consider this place your own home," Eugene said with a warm smile.




Chapter 1522 Prince’s Demeanor

While speaking, Eugene waved to various directions, showing no hint of arrogance.

"So, this is the legendary Lord Eugene? Why does he look a bit different from what I imagined?" Abigail couldn't help feeling a bit puzzled as she looked at the friendly uncle in front of her.

In her eyes, a Prince should be imposing and dignified, someone whose presence commands respect with just a glance. However, Eugene's appearance and demeanor left her somewhat disappointed.

"Do you think he doesn't fit the image of a Prince?" Dustin asked with a smile.

"Exactly. He looks no different from an ordinary person. Compared to Ignatius, he falls short," Abigail nodded.

"If you think that way, then you're completely wrong."

Dustin shook his head, "Ignatius, although formidable now, is ultimately standing on the shoulders of giants. Starting with such a high position makes it easier to achieve success. On the other hand, Lord Eugene started from scratch, rising to a marquis and a prince with his own efforts. Such a person is a true hero!"

Ignatius's success was largely attributed to Eugene's connections and abundant resources. The two were incomparable.

"It seems to make sense," Abigail nodded thoughtfully.

"As for the so-called image, at the level of Lord Eugene, it doesn't matter at all."

Dustin sighed, "In fact, achievements, wealth, prestige, and even power are not that important to them anymore."

"If even money is not important, what else is important?" Abigail asked tentatively.

"Now, they care more about spiritual and emotional satisfaction," Dustin explained.

"Oh, I see. No wonder Lord Eugene adopted so many foster sons and daughters, it's for this reason," Abigail suddenly realized.

"Something like that," Dustin smiled.

"By the way, uncle, how do you know so much?" Abigail was curious.

"Me? Just guessing," Dustin shrugged.

Some people become more sentimental as they age. In their youth, they might be indifferent and unfaithful, but as they grow older, they often place more importance on emotions than anything else.

"Today, your presence in my humble abode is an honor for me. If there's anything not up to standard in my hospitality, I hope you all can forgive me."

Eugene walked into the hall, bowing and greeting everyone along the way.

No matter the identity of the guests or their status, Eugene treated everyone with equal respect, without any hint of favoritism.

After the greetings were done, Eugene finally took his seat.

At this moment, Ignatius, now dressed in casual attire, walked into the hall with a confident stride.

As soon as he appeared, he drew the attention of everyone present.

"Foster father, today is the celebration of your birthday. I wish you health and longevity!" Ignatius bowed and paid his respects.

"Ignatius, as someone in an important position, you should be guarding Lunaria (the eastern region). There's no need to personally come here for such trivial matters," Eugene said with deep concern.

"Father's birthday is a momentous occasion for me. Moreover, Lunaria is stable now, there won't be any issues. Please rest assured, father," Ignatius said respectfully.

"That's good," Eugene nodded.

"Father, this time I brought a special gift from Lunaria to celebrate your birthday. I hope you will like it."

Ignatius spoke and clapped his hands.

Soon, a cage covered in black cloth was carried in by a group of strong men.

When the cage landed, it produced a loud thud, shaking the drinks on the table.

"Father, please have a look!"

Ignatius grabbed the black cloth and forcefully pulled it off, revealing the contents of the cage clearly to everyone.




Chapter 1523 The Grimshade Sabertooth

When the black cloth dropped, the whole scene became lively.

People were surprised to find out that inside the iron cage was a fierce beast!

It looked like a tiger, but way bigger, with pitch-black fur that shone like metal.

Two long fangs protruded, about a foot long, looking like sharp swords.

Its claws were like steel, with bits of flesh and blood on them.

It looked ferocious, giving people goosebumps.

Luckily, the beast was still asleep and showed no signs of aggression.

"Adoptive father, this is a Grimshade Sabertooth, is a mutated deadly black tiger, I captured from the primitive forest in Lunaria."

"It's the king of beasts, very fierce. Not only is it incredibly strong, but its fur is tough, almost impenetrable. It's very rare."

"I put a lot of effort into catching this guy. I hope you like it, adoptive father."

Ignatius spoke proudly, patting the Grimshade Sabertooth's head.

"Great! My son is indeed brave, capturing such a rare and extraordinary beast. Father is pleased."

"Truly Jade-face God of War, capturing a Grimshade Sabertooth as a pet. You're a remarkable person!"

"Look around Stonia, who else has such skills?"

At this moment, the guests in the banquet hall praised him.

Typically, birthday gifts are gold, silver, jade, antiques, and paintings.

Ignatius, however, used a rare exotic beast as a birthday gift, surprising everyone.

Of course, this also highlighted the extraordinary nature of Jade-face God of War.

"Adoptive father, it's said that this Grimshade Sabertooth is spiritual. It can distinguish between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal. If you keep it by your side, it can protect your safety in the future."

"Oh? Is that so?" Eugene was quite surprised.

"If you don't believe it, adoptive father, you can give it a try," Ignatius said with a smile.

"How do we test it?" Eugene was curious.

"It's simple. I'll open the iron cage in a moment and release the Grimshade Sabertooth. If there's any villain hiding here, it can smell it out right away," replied Ignatius.

"Release the Grimshade Sabertooth?"

Eugene raised an eyebrow, expressing some concern. "Isn't that too risky? What if this exotic creature goes wild and hurts someone? That wouldn't be good."

"Adoptive father, rest assured. I've already subdued the Grimshade Sabertooth. It won't easily harm anyone unless it encounters some really wicked individuals. Besides, with me here, the Grimshade Sabertooth wouldn't dare to misbehave," Ignatius said confidently.

"What do you all think?"

Eugene didn't give a direct answer. Instead, he looked at the guests present.

"It's rare to see such a creature. Trying it out won't hurt,"

"I agree. With Jade-face God of War around, there's surely no danger."

"Lord Eugene, the exotic beast is spiritual. It might even help identify a few wrongdoers."

Guests expressed their support, sharing their thoughts.

They often saw many treasures, but a creature like this was unheard of. Today was a chance to experience something new, and they didn't want to miss it.

Moreover, with many guards present and the protection of the strongest war god in the Dragonmarsh, even if the Grimshade Sabertooth were fierce, it was unlikely to cause major trouble.

"Good, since you all are interested, let's give it a try then."

Eugene nodded with a smile. "Ignatius, open the cage and let the guests have a close look, but be cautious. Safety must be ensured, and no harm should come to the innocent."

"Understood."

Ignatius responded and immediately signaled someone to unlock the cage.

Once the cage was open, he took out a vial and waved it in front of the Grimshade Sabertooth's nose.

Soon, a faint blue smoke emerged from the bottle and drifted into the Grimshade Sabertooth's nostrils.




Chapter 1524 The Unusual Behavior

After a while, the sleeping Grimshade Sabertooth slowly opened its eyes.

At the same time, a fully armed team of guards immediately surrounded it, vigilant for any reaction from the Grimshade Sabertooth.

Any unusual behavior or signs of aggression from the Grimshade Sabertooth would lead to immediate restraint.

Seemingly aware, the Grimshade Sabertooth, upon seeing the defensive formation around, didn't make any move and obediently lay down.

"Come out!"

Ignatius shouted.

The Grimshade Sabertooth snorted and leisurely walked out of the iron cage.

Its massive body resembled a small mountain, exuding an imposing presence.

Ignatius was tall, but standing in front of the Grimshade Sabertooth, he looked like a miniature figure.

It seemed like the Grimshade Sabertooth could swallow him with a single bite.

"I heard you can distinguish between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal. Now, show everyone. Of course, if you dare to misbehave, I'll turn you into soup!" Ignatius said coldly.

Upon hearing this, the fur of the Grimshade Sabertooth slightly bristled, and its body instinctively moved away from Ignatius, showing clear signs of fear.

"Go on."

Ignatius patted the Grimshade Sabertooth's body.

Under the watchful eyes of the guards, the Grimshade Sabertooth, not daring to resist, began to wander around.

Occasionally sniffing the air, it seemed to be smelling something.

Watching the colossal body of the Grimshade Sabertooth, many dignitaries were both excited and nervous.

After all, such rare exotic beasts were incredibly rare.

If they could be adopted as pets, it would be quite impressive.

"This thing looks really frightening. It's fortunate that it has been tamed by Jade-face God of War. Otherwise, I wouldn't dare to get so close."

"Looking at the size of this Grimshade Sabertooth, it's probably two or three times larger than an ordinary tiger. If it were to attack, it would be a mouthful for each person."

"Oh my! This is so thrilling!"

People whispered among themselves, displaying various expressions—some fearful, some delighted, and others amazed.

A few bold young individuals, disregarding the risks, reached out to touch the Grimshade Sabertooth's fur.

Although the Grimshade Sabertooth wasn't pleased, it didn't react aggressively.

Instead, the young ones who touched the Grimshade Sabertooth were excited and proud, with beaming faces.

"Uncle, is this Grimshade Sabertooth really capable of distinguishing between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal, as Ignatius said?" Abigail spoke in a hushed tone.

"The Grimshade Sabertooth is indeed spiritual, but its intelligence is probably at the level of a ten-year-old child. Even we humans can't accurately discern loyalty and betrayal. How could a wild beast possess such abilities?" Dustin shook his head slightly.

"If that's the case, why did Ignatius put on this show?" Abigail found it strange.

"We'll know soon," Dustin said with a faint smile.

In the past, there were also exotic beasts kept in the West Lucozia Royal Palace. They had high intelligence and, with a bit of training, could understand human language. The more docile ones could even become combat companions, but that was the extent of it.

The notions of distinguishing between right and wrong, loyalty, and betrayal were nothing more than rumors spread to inflate the prices of such exotic beasts.

The Grimshade Sabertooth, under the gaze of everyone, continued to move through the crowd without stopping.

It only halted when it reached Dustin and Abigail.

Its dark pupils emitted a strange and eerie gaze, staring directly at the two of them.

This unusual behavior attracted the attention of onlookers.

Even Dustin felt a bit uneasy.

Could it be?

Could this thing really be that mysterious?





Chapter 1525 Sniff Test

Looking at the suddenly halted Grimshade Sabertooth, Abigail's face showed a mix of curiosity and unease, her thoughts in turmoil.

She wasn't afraid, but rather worried about her identity being exposed.

"Uncle, you said this beast can't distinguish loyalty and betrayal. Why did it stop in front of us? Did it discover something?" Abigail's voice squeezed through her teeth.

"It should be just an accident. Don't worry, relax. It'll leave soon." Dustin reassured her in a soft voice.

As soon as he spoke, the Grimshade Sabertooth suddenly lowered its head, and its long fangs almost touched Dustin's head.

A heavy snort sprayed Dustin's face with hot, somewhat pungent breath.

Holding his breath, Dustin silently thought, "Buddy, you better not mess around, or I'll kill you."

Sensing Dustin's threat, the Grimshade Sabertooth snorted and moved its massive face away, turning toward Abigail.

Abigail clenched her fists, unable to resist the urge to retaliate.

The size of the Grimshade Sabertooth was comparable to that of an elephant, and at such close proximity, it could easily bite off her head with a single snap.

This beast was getting a bit too much.

"What's going on? Why did the Grimshade Sabertooth stop in front of them? Could they be some sinister individuals?"

"Let's see how the Grimshade Sabertooth behaves next. If there are further actions, the identities of those two have to be suspicious."

Guests whispered and exchanged comments.

Before, the Grimshade Sabertooth had passed by many people without any unusual behavior, but it stopped right in front of Dustin and Abigail, which naturally raised some eyebrows.

"Hmph! I already saw that they aren't good people. The performance of the exotic Grimshade Sabertooth just confirmed my suspicion!"

In the VIP seat, Florence crossed her arms, looking proud and high-handed.

"If the Grimshade Sabertooth bites off their heads, that would be a bit thrilling." Julie muttered to herself, her eyes filled with anticipation.

Dahlia, on the other hand, sat expressionless, showing no reaction.

She always felt that Ignatius was playing some kind of game.

"Just an animal, how can it understand people's feelings?

At a tense moment, the Grimshade Sabertooth moved again.

Without any warning, it just sniffed at Dustin and Abigail and then turned and left.

Seeing this, Dustin and Abigail looked at each other and breathed a sigh of relief.

That was close; they almost got caught.

If the Grimshade Sabertooth had really done something dangerous, they would have had to defend themselves.

That would have made things complicated.

"Huh? Why didn't the Grimshade Sabertooth eat them?"

Florence frowned, looking unhappy.

She was still upset about the earlier accident and wouldn't have minded if the Grimshade Sabertooth had bitten Dustin and Abigail.

"Here it comes, here it comes! The Grimshade Sabertooth is coming. Should we touch it?"

Julie, nervous but also a bit excited, suggested.

If they could touch such a fierce animal, it would be a great story to tell.

"You can try; someone already touched it earlier, so it should be fine," Florence nodded.

"Great! Let me be a hero today!"

Watching the approaching Grimshade Sabertooth, Julie took a deep breath, gathered courage, and reached out to touch it.

But at that moment, the Grimshade Sabertooth seemed to be upset about something. It suddenly growled and looked angry.

Then the Grimshade Sabertooth opened its mouth wide and bit Julie's outstretched arm.

"Ah?"

Julie was shocked and didn't react at first.

It was only when the intense pain hit that she let out a loud scream.

But before she could finish, the Grimshade Sabertooth violently shook its head and tore off Julie's arm.

The force sent her flying several meters away, crashing heavily to the ground.

In an instant, blood sprayed from the severed arm.

"Ah—!"

"My arm! My arm!"
 
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Chapter 1521 King’s Reputation

After calming Florence, Dahlia turned her attention back to Dustin and Abigail. She expressed her apologies for the earlier incident, assuring them that such a situation would not happen again. Dahlia then gracefully bowed to signify her sincerity.

The surrounding guests nodded in approval of Dahlia's actions. As the adopted daughter of Lord Eugene, King of Duskshire, Dahlia's willingness to apologize publicly showcased her wisdom and the importance she placed on the overall situation.

"Lord Dahlia, you are too kind. We also prefer not to escalate the matter. Resolving conflicts peacefully is the best outcome," Dustin responded, nodding in acknowledgment.

"Mr Steelwing is indeed a reasonable person. May I ask for your first name?" Dahlia politely inquired.

"I am Elias, and this is my sister, Amelia," Dustin introduced.

"I see. Mr Elias and Miss Amelia, you are our guests. Please take your seats," Dahlia said, gesturing for the attendants to arrange seats for the siblings in a prominent location.

"Thank you."

Dustin and Abigail took their seats without hesitation. Although the earlier incident had attracted attention, it seemed that it would not affect their plans negatively.

Florence, on the other hand, complained about Dahlia's kindness, suggesting that they should be expelled from the venue.

"Humph! How can you still say such things?!"

Dahlia cast a cold glance at her mother. "Do you know the potential consequences if this had escalated? In front of these influential figures, causing such a scene would be seen as Duskshire Palace bullying others. King of Duskshire's reputation, built over a decade, would be tarnished. Can't you see how serious it is?"

"It's not that serious, right? We just taught those two idiots a lesson; how does it involve Lord Eugene's reputation?" Florence felt her daughter was overreacting.

"Not serious? Open your eyes and see who the guests are today."

Dahlia looked stern. "In front of these influential figures, causing such a ridiculous scene is equivalent to slapping King's face. If someone with ill intentions uses this incident against us and spreads it, what do you think the consequences will be?"

She emphasized the need for caution, as the greater the influence of Duskshire Palace, the higher the scrutiny it faced. Any misstep could lead to severe consequences.

"I... I didn't know there would be such consequences. Besides, it's not my fault," Florence said defensively.

"That's enough!"

Dahlia frowned. "Regardless of the reason, all of you must remember one thing: today, we prioritize the overall situation. Do not do anything that tarnishes the reputation of Duskshire Palace. Understand?"

“Understood.”

Florence and her companions nodded repeatedly, finally realizing the seriousness of the situation. While their usual arrogance might have been tolerated, today was a special day, and they needed to exercise restraint.

"Alright, find a place to sit on your own and don't cause any trouble for me," Dahlia cautioned them before getting back to her duties.

Now in charge of over half of Duskshire Palace's industries, Dahlia had become the de facto manager of the palace.

As time passed, more and more guests started arriving, each a prominent figure in their own right. By noon, Lord Eugene, the celebrant, made his formal entrance.

In the midst of the star-studded gathering, a middle-aged man in traditional attire entered with a smile. He had a slightly plump figure, kind eyebrows, and a friendly demeanor that lacked the imposing air one would expect from a king. At first glance, he seemed like an ordinary, amiable uncle from the neighborhood.

However, as the middle-aged man entered, all the guests in the room rose to their feet, respectfully bowing and saying in unison, "Greetings to Lord Eugene!"

"Good, good, good. No need for such formality, please be seated. Consider this place your own home," Eugene said with a warm smile.




Chapter 1522 King’s Demeanor

While speaking, Eugene waved to various directions, showing no hint of arrogance.

"So, this is the legendary Lord Eugene? Why does he look a bit different from what I imagined?" Abigail couldn't help feeling a bit puzzled as she looked at the friendly uncle in front of her.

In her eyes, a King should be imposing and dignified, someone whose presence commands respect with just a glance. However, Eugene's appearance and demeanor left her somewhat disappointed.

"Do you think he doesn't fit the image of a King?" Dustin asked with a smile.

"Exactly. He looks no different from an ordinary person. Compared to Ignatius, he falls short," Abigail nodded.

"If you think that way, then you're completely wrong."

Dustin shook his head, "Ignatius, although formidable now, is ultimately standing on the shoulders of giants. Starting with such a high position makes it easier to achieve success. On the other hand, Lord Eugene started from scratch, rising to a marquis and a king with his own efforts. Such a person is a true hero!"

Ignatius's success was largely attributed to Eugene's connections and abundant resources. The two were incomparable.

"It seems to make sense," Abigail nodded thoughtfully.

"As for the so-called image, at the level of Lord Eugene, it doesn't matter at all."

Dustin sighed, "In fact, achievements, wealth, prestige, and even power are not that important to them anymore."

"If even money is not important, what else is important?" Abigail asked tentatively.

"Now, they care more about spiritual and emotional satisfaction," Dustin explained.

"Oh, I see. No wonder Lord Eugene adopted so many foster sons and daughters, it's for this reason," Abigail suddenly realized.

"Something like that," Dustin smiled.

"By the way, uncle, how do you know so much?" Abigail was curious.

"Me? Just guessing," Dustin shrugged.

Some people become more sentimental as they age. In their youth, they might be indifferent and unfaithful, but as they grow older, they often place more importance on emotions than anything else.

"Today, your presence in my humble abode is an honor for me. If there's anything not up to standard in my hospitality, I hope you all can forgive me."

Eugene walked into the hall, bowing and greeting everyone along the way.

No matter the identity of the guests or their status, Eugene treated everyone with equal respect, without any hint of favoritism.

After the greetings were done, Eugene finally took his seat.

At this moment, Ignatius, now dressed in casual attire, walked into the hall with a confident stride.

As soon as he appeared, he drew the attention of everyone present.

"Foster father, today is the celebration of your birthday. I wish you health and longevity!" Ignatius bowed and paid his respects.

"Ignatius, as someone in an important position, you should be guarding Lunaria (the eastern region). There's no need to personally come here for such trivial matters," Eugene said with deep concern.

"Father's birthday is a momentous occasion for me. Moreover, Lunaria is stable now, there won't be any issues. Please rest assured, father," Ignatius said respectfully.

"That's good," Eugene nodded.

"Father, this time I brought a special gift from Lunaria to celebrate your birthday. I hope you will like it."

Ignatius spoke and clapped his hands.

Soon, a cage covered in black cloth was carried in by a group of strong men.

When the cage landed, it produced a loud thud, shaking the drinks on the table.

"Father, please have a look!"

Ignatius grabbed the black cloth and forcefully pulled it off, revealing the contents of the cage clearly to everyone.




Chapter 1523 The Grimshade Sabertooth

When the black cloth dropped, the whole scene became lively.

People were surprised to find out that inside the iron cage was a fierce beast!

It looked like a tiger, but way bigger, with pitch-black fur that shone like metal.

Two long fangs protruded, about a foot long, looking like sharp swords.

Its claws were like steel, with bits of flesh and blood on them.

It looked ferocious, giving people goosebumps.

Luckily, the beast was still asleep and showed no signs of aggression.

"Adoptive father, this is a Grimshade Sabertooth, is a mutated deadly black tiger, I captured from the primitive forest in Lunaria."

"It's the king of beasts, very fierce. Not only is it incredibly strong, but its fur is tough, almost impenetrable. It's very rare."

"I put a lot of effort into catching this guy. I hope you like it, adoptive father."

Ignatius spoke proudly, patting the Grimshade Sabertooth's head.

"Great! My son is indeed brave, capturing such a rare and extraordinary beast. Father is pleased."

"Truly Jade-face God of War, capturing a Grimshade Sabertooth as a pet. You're a remarkable person!"

"Look around Stonia, who else has such skills?"

At this moment, the guests in the banquet hall praised him.

Typically, birthday gifts are gold, silver, jade, antiques, and paintings.

Ignatius, however, used a rare exotic beast as a birthday gift, surprising everyone.

Of course, this also highlighted the extraordinary nature of Jade-face God of War.

"Adoptive father, it's said that this Grimshade Sabertooth is spiritual. It can distinguish between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal. If you keep it by your side, it can protect your safety in the future."

"Oh? Is that so?" Eugene was quite surprised.

"If you don't believe it, adoptive father, you can give it a try," Ignatius said with a smile.

"How do we test it?" Eugene was curious.

"It's simple. I'll open the iron cage in a moment and release the Grimshade Sabertooth. If there's any villain hiding here, it can smell it out right away," replied Ignatius.

"Release the Grimshade Sabertooth?"

Eugene raised an eyebrow, expressing some concern. "Isn't that too risky? What if this exotic creature goes wild and hurts someone? That wouldn't be good."

"Adoptive father, rest assured. I've already subdued the Grimshade Sabertooth. It won't easily harm anyone unless it encounters some really wicked individuals. Besides, with me here, the Grimshade Sabertooth wouldn't dare to misbehave," Ignatius said confidently.

"What do you all think?"

Eugene didn't give a direct answer. Instead, he looked at the guests present.

"It's rare to see such a creature. Trying it out won't hurt,"

"I agree. With Jade-face God of War around, there's surely no danger."

"Lord Eugene, the exotic beast is spiritual. It might even help identify a few wrongdoers."

Guests expressed their support, sharing their thoughts.

They often saw many treasures, but a creature like this was unheard of. Today was a chance to experience something new, and they didn't want to miss it.

Moreover, with many guards present and the protection of the strongest war god in the Dragonmarsh, even if the Grimshade Sabertooth were fierce, it was unlikely to cause major trouble.

"Good, since you all are interested, let's give it a try then."

Eugene nodded with a smile. "Ignatius, open the cage and let the guests have a close look, but be cautious. Safety must be ensured, and no harm should come to the innocent."

"Understood."

Ignatius responded and immediately signaled someone to unlock the cage.

Once the cage was open, he took out a vial and waved it in front of the Grimshade Sabertooth's nose.

Soon, a faint blue smoke emerged from the bottle and drifted into the Grimshade Sabertooth's nostrils.




Chapter 1524 The Unusual Behavior

After a while, the sleeping Grimshade Sabertooth slowly opened its eyes.

At the same time, a fully armed team of guards immediately surrounded it, vigilant for any reaction from the Grimshade Sabertooth.

Any unusual behavior or signs of aggression from the Grimshade Sabertooth would lead to immediate restraint.

Seemingly aware, the Grimshade Sabertooth, upon seeing the defensive formation around, didn't make any move and obediently lay down.

"Come out!"

Ignatius shouted.

The Grimshade Sabertooth snorted and leisurely walked out of the iron cage.

Its massive body resembled a small mountain, exuding an imposing presence.

Ignatius was tall, but standing in front of the Grimshade Sabertooth, he looked like a miniature figure.

It seemed like the Grimshade Sabertooth could swallow him with a single bite.

"I heard you can distinguish between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal. Now, show everyone. Of course, if you dare to misbehave, I'll turn you into soup!" Ignatius said coldly.

Upon hearing this, the fur of the Grimshade Sabertooth slightly bristled, and its body instinctively moved away from Ignatius, showing clear signs of fear.

"Go on."

Ignatius patted the Grimshade Sabertooth's body.

Under the watchful eyes of the guards, the Grimshade Sabertooth, not daring to resist, began to wander around.

Occasionally sniffing the air, it seemed to be smelling something.

Watching the colossal body of the Grimshade Sabertooth, many dignitaries were both excited and nervous.

After all, such rare exotic beasts were incredibly rare.

If they could be adopted as pets, it would be quite impressive.

"This thing looks really frightening. It's fortunate that it has been tamed by Jade-face God of War. Otherwise, I wouldn't dare to get so close."

"Looking at the size of this Grimshade Sabertooth, it's probably two or three times larger than an ordinary tiger. If it were to attack, it would be a mouthful for each person."

"Oh my! This is so thrilling!"

People whispered among themselves, displaying various expressions—some fearful, some delighted, and others amazed.

A few bold young individuals, disregarding the risks, reached out to touch the Grimshade Sabertooth's fur.

Although the Grimshade Sabertooth wasn't pleased, it didn't react aggressively.

Instead, the young ones who touched the Grimshade Sabertooth were excited and proud, with beaming faces.

"Uncle, is this Grimshade Sabertooth really capable of distinguishing between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal, as Ignatius said?" Abigail spoke in a hushed tone.

"The Grimshade Sabertooth is indeed spiritual, but its intelligence is probably at the level of a ten-year-old child. Even we humans can't accurately discern loyalty and betrayal. How could a wild beast possess such abilities?" Dustin shook his head slightly.

"If that's the case, why did Ignatius put on this show?" Abigail found it strange.

"We'll know soon," Dustin said with a faint smile.

In the past, there were also exotic beasts kept in the West Lucozia Royal Palace. They had high intelligence and, with a bit of training, could understand human language. The more docile ones could even become combat companions, but that was the extent of it.

The notions of distinguishing between right and wrong, loyalty, and betrayal were nothing more than rumors spread to inflate the prices of such exotic beasts.

The Grimshade Sabertooth, under the gaze of everyone, continued to move through the crowd without stopping.

It only halted when it reached Dustin and Abigail.

Its dark pupils emitted a strange and eerie gaze, staring directly at the two of them.

This unusual behavior attracted the attention of onlookers.

Even Dustin felt a bit uneasy.

Could it be?

Could this thing really be that mysterious?





Chapter 1525 Sniff Test

Looking at the suddenly halted Grimshade Sabertooth, Abigail's face showed a mix of curiosity and unease, her thoughts in turmoil.

She wasn't afraid, but rather worried about her identity being exposed.

"Uncle, you said this beast can't distinguish loyalty and betrayal. Why did it stop in front of us? Did it discover something?" Abigail's voice squeezed through her teeth.

"It should be just an accident. Don't worry, relax. It'll leave soon." Dustin reassured her in a soft voice.

As soon as he spoke, the Grimshade Sabertooth suddenly lowered its head, and its long fangs almost touched Dustin's head.

A heavy snort sprayed Dustin's face with hot, somewhat pungent breath.

Holding his breath, Dustin silently thought, "Buddy, you better not mess around, or I'll kill you."

Sensing Dustin's threat, the Grimshade Sabertooth snorted and moved its massive face away, turning toward Abigail.

Abigail clenched her fists, unable to resist the urge to retaliate.

The size of the Grimshade Sabertooth was comparable to that of an elephant, and at such close proximity, it could easily bite off her head with a single snap.

This beast was getting a bit too much.

"What's going on? Why did the Grimshade Sabertooth stop in front of them? Could they be some sinister individuals?"

"Let's see how the Grimshade Sabertooth behaves next. If there are further actions, the identities of those two have to be suspicious."

Guests whispered and exchanged comments.

Before, the Grimshade Sabertooth had passed by many people without any unusual behavior, but it stopped right in front of Dustin and Abigail, which naturally raised some eyebrows.

"Hmph! I already saw that they aren't good people. The performance of the exotic Grimshade Sabertooth just confirmed my suspicion!"

In the VIP seat, Florence crossed her arms, looking proud and high-handed.

"If the Grimshade Sabertooth bites off their heads, that would be a bit thrilling." Julie muttered to herself, her eyes filled with anticipation.

Dahlia, on the other hand, sat expressionless, showing no reaction.

She always felt that Ignatius was playing some kind of game.

"Just an animal, how can it understand people's feelings?

At a tense moment, the Grimshade Sabertooth moved again.

Without any warning, it just sniffed at Dustin and Abigail and then turned and left.

Seeing this, Dustin and Abigail looked at each other and breathed a sigh of relief.

That was close; they almost got caught.

If the Grimshade Sabertooth had really done something dangerous, they would have had to defend themselves.

That would have made things complicated.

"Huh? Why didn't the Grimshade Sabertooth eat them?"

Florence frowned, looking unhappy.

She was still upset about the earlier accident and wouldn't have minded if the Grimshade Sabertooth had bitten Dustin and Abigail.

"Here it comes, here it comes! The Grimshade Sabertooth is coming. Should we touch it?"

Julie, nervous but also a bit excited, suggested.

If they could touch such a fierce animal, it would be a great story to tell.

"You can try; someone already touched it earlier, so it should be fine," Florence nodded.

"Great! Let me be a hero today!"

Watching the approaching Grimshade Sabertooth, Julie took a deep breath, gathered courage, and reached out to touch it.

But at that moment, the Grimshade Sabertooth seemed to be upset about something. It suddenly growled and looked angry.

Then the Grimshade Sabertooth opened its mouth wide and bit Julie's outstretched arm.

"Ah?"

Julie was shocked and didn't react at first.

It was only when the intense pain hit that she let out a loud scream.

But before she could finish, the Grimshade Sabertooth violently shook its head and tore off Julie's arm.

The force sent her flying several meters away, crashing heavily to the ground.

In an instant, blood sprayed from the severed arm.

"Ah—!"

"My hand! My hand!"
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Yeah and she has history with Dustin. I'll upload the last 5 chapters for this week after putting the kids to sleep. Ive done 200 this week due to boredom with the first few chapters.
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Jungal you back ! how nice
 
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Chapter 1521 King’s Reputation

After calming Florence, Dahlia turned her attention back to Dustin and Abigail. She expressed her apologies for the earlier incident, assuring them that such a situation would not happen again. Dahlia then gracefully bowed to signify her sincerity.

The surrounding guests nodded in approval of Dahlia's actions. As the adopted daughter of Lord Eugene, King of Duskshire, Dahlia's willingness to apologize publicly showcased her wisdom and the importance she placed on the overall situation.

"Lord Dahlia, you are too kind. We also prefer not to escalate the matter. Resolving conflicts peacefully is the best outcome," Dustin responded, nodding in acknowledgment.

"Mr Steelwing is indeed a reasonable person. May I ask for your first name?" Dahlia politely inquired.

"I am Elias, and this is my sister, Amelia," Dustin introduced.

"I see. Mr Elias and Miss Amelia, you are our guests. Please take your seats," Dahlia said, gesturing for the attendants to arrange seats for the siblings in a prominent location.

"Thank you."

Dustin and Abigail took their seats without hesitation. Although the earlier incident had attracted attention, it seemed that it would not affect their plans negatively.

Florence, on the other hand, complained about Dahlia's kindness, suggesting that they should be expelled from the venue.

"Humph! How can you still say such things?!"

Dahlia cast a cold glance at her mother. "Do you know the potential consequences if this had escalated? In front of these influential figures, causing such a scene would be seen as Duskshire Palace bullying others. King of Duskshire's reputation, built over a decade, would be tarnished. Can't you see how serious it is?"

"It's not that serious, right? We just taught those two idiots a lesson; how does it involve Lord Eugene's reputation?" Florence felt her daughter was overreacting.

"Not serious? Open your eyes and see who the guests are today."

Dahlia looked stern. "In front of these influential figures, causing such a ridiculous scene is equivalent to slapping King's face. If someone with ill intentions uses this incident against us and spreads it, what do you think the consequences will be?"

She emphasized the need for caution, as the greater the influence of Duskshire Palace, the higher the scrutiny it faced. Any misstep could lead to severe consequences.

"I... I didn't know there would be such consequences. Besides, it's not my fault," Florence said defensively.

"That's enough!"

Dahlia frowned. "Regardless of the reason, all of you must remember one thing: today, we prioritize the overall situation. Do not do anything that tarnishes the reputation of Duskshire Palace. Understand?"

“Understood.”

Florence and her companions nodded repeatedly, finally realizing the seriousness of the situation. While their usual arrogance might have been tolerated, today was a special day, and they needed to exercise restraint.

"Alright, find a place to sit on your own and don't cause any trouble for me," Dahlia cautioned them before getting back to her duties.

Now in charge of over half of Duskshire Palace's industries, Dahlia had become the de facto manager of the palace.

As time passed, more and more guests started arriving, each a prominent figure in their own right. By noon, Lord Eugene, the celebrant, made his formal entrance.

In the midst of the star-studded gathering, a middle-aged man in traditional attire entered with a smile. He had a slightly plump figure, kind eyebrows, and a friendly demeanor that lacked the imposing air one would expect from a king. At first glance, he seemed like an ordinary, amiable uncle from the neighborhood.

However, as the middle-aged man entered, all the guests in the room rose to their feet, respectfully bowing and saying in unison, "Greetings to Lord Eugene!"

"Good, good, good. No need for such formality, please be seated. Consider this place your own home," Eugene said with a warm smile.




Chapter 1522 King’s Demeanor

While speaking, Eugene waved to various directions, showing no hint of arrogance.

"So, this is the legendary Lord Eugene? Why does he look a bit different from what I imagined?" Abigail couldn't help feeling a bit puzzled as she looked at the friendly uncle in front of her.

In her eyes, a King should be imposing and dignified, someone whose presence commands respect with just a glance. However, Eugene's appearance and demeanor left her somewhat disappointed.

"Do you think he doesn't fit the image of a King?" Dustin asked with a smile.

"Exactly. He looks no different from an ordinary person. Compared to Ignatius, he falls short," Abigail nodded.

"If you think that way, then you're completely wrong."

Dustin shook his head, "Ignatius, although formidable now, is ultimately standing on the shoulders of giants. Starting with such a high position makes it easier to achieve success. On the other hand, Lord Eugene started from scratch, rising to a marquis and a king with his own efforts. Such a person is a true hero!"

Ignatius's success was largely attributed to Eugene's connections and abundant resources. The two were incomparable.

"It seems to make sense," Abigail nodded thoughtfully.

"As for the so-called image, at the level of Lord Eugene, it doesn't matter at all."

Dustin sighed, "In fact, achievements, wealth, prestige, and even power are not that important to them anymore."

"If even money is not important, what else is important?" Abigail asked tentatively.

"Now, they care more about spiritual and emotional satisfaction," Dustin explained.

"Oh, I see. No wonder Lord Eugene adopted so many foster sons and daughters, it's for this reason," Abigail suddenly realized.

"Something like that," Dustin smiled.

"By the way, uncle, how do you know so much?" Abigail was curious.

"Me? Just guessing," Dustin shrugged.

Some people become more sentimental as they age. In their youth, they might be indifferent and unfaithful, but as they grow older, they often place more importance on emotions than anything else.

"Today, your presence in my humble abode is an honor for me. If there's anything not up to standard in my hospitality, I hope you all can forgive me."

Eugene walked into the hall, bowing and greeting everyone along the way.

No matter the identity of the guests or their status, Eugene treated everyone with equal respect, without any hint of favoritism.

After the greetings were done, Eugene finally took his seat.

At this moment, Ignatius, now dressed in casual attire, walked into the hall with a confident stride.

As soon as he appeared, he drew the attention of everyone present.

"Foster father, today is the celebration of your birthday. I wish you health and longevity!" Ignatius bowed and paid his respects.

"Ignatius, as someone in an important position, you should be guarding Lunaria (the eastern region). There's no need to personally come here for such trivial matters," Eugene said with deep concern.

"Father's birthday is a momentous occasion for me. Moreover, Lunaria is stable now, there won't be any issues. Please rest assured, father," Ignatius said respectfully.

"That's good," Eugene nodded.

"Father, this time I brought a special gift from Lunaria to celebrate your birthday. I hope you will like it."

Ignatius spoke and clapped his hands.

Soon, a cage covered in black cloth was carried in by a group of strong men.

When the cage landed, it produced a loud thud, shaking the drinks on the table.

"Father, please have a look!"

Ignatius grabbed the black cloth and forcefully pulled it off, revealing the contents of the cage clearly to everyone.




Chapter 1523 The Grimshade Sabertooth

When the black cloth dropped, the whole scene became lively.

People were surprised to find out that inside the iron cage was a fierce beast!

It looked like a tiger, but way bigger, with pitch-black fur that shone like metal.

Two long fangs protruded, about a foot long, looking like sharp swords.

Its claws were like steel, with bits of flesh and blood on them.

It looked ferocious, giving people goosebumps.

Luckily, the beast was still asleep and showed no signs of aggression.

"Adoptive father, this is a Grimshade Sabertooth, is a mutated deadly black tiger, I captured from the primitive forest in Lunaria."

"It's the king of beasts, very fierce. Not only is it incredibly strong, but its fur is tough, almost impenetrable. It's very rare."

"I put a lot of effort into catching this guy. I hope you like it, adoptive father."

Ignatius spoke proudly, patting the Grimshade Sabertooth's head.

"Great! My son is indeed brave, capturing such a rare and extraordinary beast. Father is pleased."

"Truly Jade-face God of War, capturing a Grimshade Sabertooth as a pet. You're a remarkable person!"

"Look around Stonia, who else has such skills?"

At this moment, the guests in the banquet hall praised him.

Typically, birthday gifts are gold, silver, jade, antiques, and paintings.

Ignatius, however, used a rare exotic beast as a birthday gift, surprising everyone.

Of course, this also highlighted the extraordinary nature of Jade-face God of War.

"Adoptive father, it's said that this Grimshade Sabertooth is spiritual. It can distinguish between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal. If you keep it by your side, it can protect your safety in the future."

"Oh? Is that so?" Eugene was quite surprised.

"If you don't believe it, adoptive father, you can give it a try," Ignatius said with a smile.

"How do we test it?" Eugene was curious.

"It's simple. I'll open the iron cage in a moment and release the Grimshade Sabertooth. If there's any villain hiding here, it can smell it out right away," replied Ignatius.

"Release the Grimshade Sabertooth?"

Eugene raised an eyebrow, expressing some concern. "Isn't that too risky? What if this exotic creature goes wild and hurts someone? That wouldn't be good."

"Adoptive father, rest assured. I've already subdued the Grimshade Sabertooth. It won't easily harm anyone unless it encounters some really wicked individuals. Besides, with me here, the Grimshade Sabertooth wouldn't dare to misbehave," Ignatius said confidently.

"What do you all think?"

Eugene didn't give a direct answer. Instead, he looked at the guests present.

"It's rare to see such a creature. Trying it out won't hurt,"

"I agree. With Jade-face God of War around, there's surely no danger."

"Lord Eugene, the exotic beast is spiritual. It might even help identify a few wrongdoers."

Guests expressed their support, sharing their thoughts.

They often saw many treasures, but a creature like this was unheard of. Today was a chance to experience something new, and they didn't want to miss it.

Moreover, with many guards present and the protection of the strongest war god in the Dragonmarsh, even if the Grimshade Sabertooth were fierce, it was unlikely to cause major trouble.

"Good, since you all are interested, let's give it a try then."

Eugene nodded with a smile. "Ignatius, open the cage and let the guests have a close look, but be cautious. Safety must be ensured, and no harm should come to the innocent."

"Understood."

Ignatius responded and immediately signaled someone to unlock the cage.

Once the cage was open, he took out a vial and waved it in front of the Grimshade Sabertooth's nose.

Soon, a faint blue smoke emerged from the bottle and drifted into the Grimshade Sabertooth's nostrils.




Chapter 1524 The Unusual Behavior

After a while, the sleeping Grimshade Sabertooth slowly opened its eyes.

At the same time, a fully armed team of guards immediately surrounded it, vigilant for any reaction from the Grimshade Sabertooth.

Any unusual behavior or signs of aggression from the Grimshade Sabertooth would lead to immediate restraint.

Seemingly aware, the Grimshade Sabertooth, upon seeing the defensive formation around, didn't make any move and obediently lay down.

"Come out!"

Ignatius shouted.

The Grimshade Sabertooth snorted and leisurely walked out of the iron cage.

Its massive body resembled a small mountain, exuding an imposing presence.

Ignatius was tall, but standing in front of the Grimshade Sabertooth, he looked like a miniature figure.

It seemed like the Grimshade Sabertooth could swallow him with a single bite.

"I heard you can distinguish between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal. Now, show everyone. Of course, if you dare to misbehave, I'll turn you into soup!" Ignatius said coldly.

Upon hearing this, the fur of the Grimshade Sabertooth slightly bristled, and its body instinctively moved away from Ignatius, showing clear signs of fear.

"Go on."

Ignatius patted the Grimshade Sabertooth's body.

Under the watchful eyes of the guards, the Grimshade Sabertooth, not daring to resist, began to wander around.

Occasionally sniffing the air, it seemed to be smelling something.

Watching the colossal body of the Grimshade Sabertooth, many dignitaries were both excited and nervous.

After all, such rare exotic beasts were incredibly rare.

If they could be adopted as pets, it would be quite impressive.

"This thing looks really frightening. It's fortunate that it has been tamed by Jade-face God of War. Otherwise, I wouldn't dare to get so close."

"Looking at the size of this Grimshade Sabertooth, it's probably two or three times larger than an ordinary tiger. If it were to attack, it would be a mouthful for each person."

"Oh my! This is so thrilling!"

People whispered among themselves, displaying various expressions—some fearful, some delighted, and others amazed.

A few bold young individuals, disregarding the risks, reached out to touch the Grimshade Sabertooth's fur.

Although the Grimshade Sabertooth wasn't pleased, it didn't react aggressively.

Instead, the young ones who touched the Grimshade Sabertooth were excited and proud, with beaming faces.

"Uncle, is this Grimshade Sabertooth really capable of distinguishing between right and wrong, loyalty and betrayal, as Ignatius said?" Abigail spoke in a hushed tone.

"The Grimshade Sabertooth is indeed spiritual, but its intelligence is probably at the level of a ten-year-old child. Even we humans can't accurately discern loyalty and betrayal. How could a wild beast possess such abilities?" Dustin shook his head slightly.

"If that's the case, why did Ignatius put on this show?" Abigail found it strange.

"We'll know soon," Dustin said with a faint smile.

In the past, there were also exotic beasts kept in the West Lucozia Royal Palace. They had high intelligence and, with a bit of training, could understand human language. The more docile ones could even become combat companions, but that was the extent of it.

The notions of distinguishing between right and wrong, loyalty, and betrayal were nothing more than rumors spread to inflate the prices of such exotic beasts.

The Grimshade Sabertooth, under the gaze of everyone, continued to move through the crowd without stopping.

It only halted when it reached Dustin and Abigail.

Its dark pupils emitted a strange and eerie gaze, staring directly at the two of them.

This unusual behavior attracted the attention of onlookers.

Even Dustin felt a bit uneasy.

Could it be?

Could this thing really be that mysterious?





Chapter 1525 Sniff Test

Looking at the suddenly halted Grimshade Sabertooth, Abigail's face showed a mix of curiosity and unease, her thoughts in turmoil.

She wasn't afraid, but rather worried about her identity being exposed.

"Uncle, you said this beast can't distinguish loyalty and betrayal. Why did it stop in front of us? Did it discover something?" Abigail's voice squeezed through her teeth.

"It should be just an accident. Don't worry, relax. It'll leave soon." Dustin reassured her in a soft voice.

As soon as he spoke, the Grimshade Sabertooth suddenly lowered its head, and its long fangs almost touched Dustin's head.

A heavy snort sprayed Dustin's face with hot, somewhat pungent breath.

Holding his breath, Dustin silently thought, "Buddy, you better not mess around, or I'll kill you."

Sensing Dustin's threat, the Grimshade Sabertooth snorted and moved its massive face away, turning toward Abigail.

Abigail clenched her fists, unable to resist the urge to retaliate.

The size of the Grimshade Sabertooth was comparable to that of an elephant, and at such close proximity, it could easily bite off her head with a single snap.

This beast was getting a bit too much.

"What's going on? Why did the Grimshade Sabertooth stop in front of them? Could they be some sinister individuals?"

"Let's see how the Grimshade Sabertooth behaves next. If there are further actions, the identities of those two have to be suspicious."

Guests whispered and exchanged comments.

Before, the Grimshade Sabertooth had passed by many people without any unusual behavior, but it stopped right in front of Dustin and Abigail, which naturally raised some eyebrows.

"Hmph! I already saw that they aren't good people. The performance of the exotic Grimshade Sabertooth just confirmed my suspicion!"

In the VIP seat, Florence crossed her arms, looking proud and high-handed.

"If the Grimshade Sabertooth bites off their heads, that would be a bit thrilling." Julie muttered to herself, her eyes filled with anticipation.

Dahlia, on the other hand, sat expressionless, showing no reaction.

She always felt that Ignatius was playing some kind of game.

"Just an animal, how can it understand people's feelings?

At a tense moment, the Grimshade Sabertooth moved again.

Without any warning, it just sniffed at Dustin and Abigail and then turned and left.

Seeing this, Dustin and Abigail looked at each other and breathed a sigh of relief.

That was close; they almost got caught.

If the Grimshade Sabertooth had really done something dangerous, they would have had to defend themselves.

That would have made things complicated.

"Huh? Why didn't the Grimshade Sabertooth eat them?"

Florence frowned, looking unhappy.

She was still upset about the earlier accident and wouldn't have minded if the Grimshade Sabertooth had bitten Dustin and Abigail.

"Here it comes, here it comes! The Grimshade Sabertooth is coming. Should we touch it?"

Julie, nervous but also a bit excited, suggested.

If they could touch such a fierce animal, it would be a great story to tell.

"You can try; someone already touched it earlier, so it should be fine," Florence nodded.

"Great! Let me be a hero today!"

Watching the approaching Grimshade Sabertooth, Julie took a deep breath, gathered courage, and reached out to touch it.

But at that moment, the Grimshade Sabertooth seemed to be upset about something. It suddenly growled and looked angry.

Then the Grimshade Sabertooth opened its mouth wide and bit Julie's outstretched arm.

"Ah?"

Julie was shocked and didn't react at first.

It was only when the intense pain hit that she let out a loud scream.

But before she could finish, the Grimshade Sabertooth violently shook its head and tore off Julie's arm.

The force sent her flying several meters away, crashing heavily to the ground.

In an instant, blood sprayed from the severed arm.

"Ah—!"

"My arm! My arm!"
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