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“Mr. Frost, the Frost Group is the organizer of this year’s Metroville International Racing Tournament. Will you be making an appearance?” Noah Frost asked, holding a tablet as he updated Julian on their business in
Grovis
They were in Metroville now, and it seemed feasible for Julian to attend the tournament.
“Handle it as you see fit.” Julian replied. “What about the Blackwood and White families? Any new movements:
“The two families are gathering every force they can muster,” Noah said. “They won’t let Ms. Luna Blackwood off easily.”
Julian scoffed. “They are courting death. He found their audacity laughable. How much power could the Blackwood and White families possibly gather? They had done wrong, yet they still dared to bully others. He had never seen such a shameless display.
“Keep them under constant watch. If they wish to court death, let them.” Julian gave a cold command.
“Yes. Sir.” Given Julian’s devotion to Luna, Noah naturally made sure to prioritize these matters.
Quinn had been delayed the night before due to matters at the Warfare Division. By the time he was ready to head to the engagement party, Eliot had already returned, covered in injuries.
Though Eliot had improved significantly with the pills Olivia gave him, Quinn still helped clear his meridians again.
Eliot soon fell unconscious, and when he woke up, it was already the next morning.
“Sir,” a servant said. “Mr. Eliot White is awake.”
Quinn had been practicing martial arts in the garden. Upon hearing the servant’s report, he went to Eliot’s
room.
“How are you feeling?” Quinn asked. He had just finished clearing Eliot’s meridians, and he was already curious about the identity of the person who had managed to injure his son so severely. That person must be an elite martial artist.
“Father, it was Luna. She injured me. And Dylan… Captain Stone has taken him away,” Eliot replied, his voice low and weak.
Everyone in Metroville knew of the intertwined fate of the White and Blackwood families. An insult to one was an insult to the other.
“Luna?” Quinn asked, utterly bewildered.
He had always believed Luna to be useless, a girl with no skills or power. Otherwise, he never would have allowed Eliot to be with Olivia.
Olivia was the one who could truly help Eliot, after all, she was the top herbalist in Metroville.
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“L’s strength is definitely above mine now Eliot said, his voice grim. Tm afraid she won’t let either of our families off easily Having fought her, he knew how powerful she was; her skills completely outclassed his.
Quinn frowned in disbelief. “No matter how powerful she is, she’s still just a woman. What can she possibly do to the Winte family?
The White family was the most powerful family in Metroville. How could a single woman possibly destroy
them
“Focus on recovering first. You have the Grovis Warfare Division selection next month, and you can’t afford to be distracted by these trivial matters, Quinn said, his voice firm. “Also, tell Olivia to speed up her herbal brewing”
As a descendant of ancient herbalists, Olivia’s help to Eliot was invaluable..
“What about Dylan?” Eliot asked, knowing the Blackwoods wouldn’t cooperate if their son wasn’t rescued.
“Leave this to me. I’ll find a way to talk to Captain Stone, Quinn replied.
Only after getting the answer he wanted did Eliot finally call Olivia.
“Eliot, what did your father say? My dad is in custody, and only you can help us. You will help me, right?” Olivia asked.
“Olivia, my father agreed to help. Don’t worry, no matter what happens to the Blackwood family, it won’t affect us. In a month, we’ll be in Grovis together.”
“I know you can do it, Olivia said, a wave of relief washing over her. For them, Metroville had always been nothing more than a second–tier city, a mere prelude to their ultimate destination: the Warfare Division of the frourile Empire.
As soon as Olivia hung up, Judy hurried over and asked, “Well? Did Mr. Quinn White agree to help?”
The Blackwood family’s future depended entirely on Dylan, and they simply couldn’t afford to lose him.
“Grandma, you can rest easy,” Olivia said. “Eliot promised me he would help.”
At that moment, the entire Blackwood family was in the living room, with Judy seated in the main chair.
“Good, that’s a relief, Judy murmured.
Quinn told Eliot to practice in the training room, then set about using all his connections to get Dylan released.
Quinn personally called Ryan Shaw, the mayor of Metroville. But when the mayor answered, he immediately dodged the question, offering no definite reply.
“Mr. Shaw,” Quinn said, his voice a low, even tone. “You know the Whites have always been your staunchest supporters. We backed every one of your plans from the start. Now, I’m just asking for a small favor in return. Surely you wouldn’t refuse me?”
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Upon learning that Dylan had been taken away by Mark, Ryan agreed without hesitation.
The choice between a security captain and the powerful White family was never in question.
Ryan replied, “Mr. White, you can rest assured. I will have him released within two hours.”
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Ryan then paused for a moment before continuing. I hear that Mr. Eliot White will be participating in the Grovis Warfare Division selection. When that time comes, I hope you will not forget about me.”
He believed that Eliot would be a formidable candidate in the selection.
“Of course,” Quinn said. “I will thank you in advance, Mr. Shaw.”
Sophia woke up early to make breakfast for Luna and Ethan, and the three of them sat down together in the dining room.
“Luna, you just got back. You should rest,” Sophia said. “There’s an urgent matter at the company I have to deal with.
“Okay, Mom,” Luna replied. “Let me know if you need help with it. I’ll take care of it.”
“You’re still a kid, what do you know?” Sophia waved her hand dismissively, said with a light laugh. I’ll take Ethan to kindergarten later. If you need anything, go buy it yourself.”
Didn’t all girls like to shop? Sophia’s company had turned a good profit lately. It couldn’t compare to international conglomerates, but it was more than enough to support their family comfortably.
“Here,” Sophia said, handing Luna a bank card. “This is for you. When it runs out, I’ll give you more. Buy whatever you want, and don’t you dare try to save money for me.”
“Mom, I don’t need it,” Luna said, “I have my own money.
“Don’t be so polite with me. Just take it,” Sophia insisted.”I work so hard to earn money to give you a better. life. That’s all I want.”
Then Sophia took Ethan to kindergarten. As soon as they left, Luna made a phone call. It’s me. Send a few people to secretly protect my mom and brother, make sure nothing happens to them.”
“Yes, Ms. Blackwood,” the other end replied respectfully.
Having made these arrangements, Luna drove straight to Metroville Prison, where she’d planned to interrogate Dylan herself that day.
To her surprise, however, he had already been released by the time she arrived.
“Captain Stone, am I not qualified to give you orders?” Luna asked, her voice calm but her presence overwhelming. Even a seasoned man like Mark felt intimidated.
He thought of Julian, whom he had met the night before. He would never dare to disrespect Julian, but Ryan
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had come to release Dylan in person.
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