Sebastian just shook his head and said, "Thomas, if the heavens hear these words of yours, I fear they will send lightning bolts for me."Thomas just laughed. "We're in an airplane, lightning will only cause a flash of light and a booming sound. There are no harmful effects."Sebastian realized the joke and joined in the laughter. "That's right, Thomas. Just remember not to offend the heavens."Their journey continued, and after a while, the plane landed in Serene Crest. The city had a reputation as an exclusive and elite place in the southern region. Its grand residences, luxury shopping centers, and glamorous nightlife made it often compared to Luxington Hill, an equally luxurious town in the north.They stepped off the plane and were greeted by a gentleman waiter named Christopher, who was dressed in an executive suit. "Welcome to Serene Crest, Mr. Cole. I am Christopher Hall, the butler of the Whitman Family who has especially come here to pick you up. The Whitmans are looking fo

Reginald felt the atmosphere in his room become tense after the revelation of Sebastian's power. To overcome the awkwardness, he cleared his throat several times, trying to ease the tension that felt so sudden. The hue on his face reflected a mixture of astonishment and awe at the power he had just witnessed."Master Cole, maybe we could carry on with this discussion over dinner," Reginald suggested, infusing a note of warmth into his voice. "I'm certain you must be weary after the long journey. Some delectable dishes could rejuvenate our spirits."Sebastian, despite his initial polite refusal, saw the look of disappointment that crossed Reginald's face. The Dragon Alliance leader reconsidered his decision and finally nodded in agreement."Very well, Mr. Whitman. If you've arranged everything, I wouldn't want your preparations to go to waste," Sebastian said with a friendly smile. Despite having secured a victory in the negotiations, Sebastian aimed to maintain a comfortable atmospher

Valerie listened to Sebastian's question seriously. She felt her heartbeat quicken as Sebastian's face approached so closely. The evening breeze carried the fragrant scent of flowers around them, creating a romantic backdrop for the confession she was about to make.With trusting and gentle eyes, Valerie brought her face closer to Sebastian. The distance between them narrowed to barely more than an inch. The sound of rustling leaves in the garden and the cacophony of crickets added to the background that made this moment even more intimate.In a hushed, gentle murmur, she said, "Sebastian, I've never been a believer in true love. I was on the hunt for the Dragon Alliance chief for my father's sake, ready to marry him and live out my days without love. Little did I realize that love was right before my eyes. It wasn't until I got to know you that I truly started believing in true love. And now, the man I've discovered is right here in front of me."Sebastian surprised and touched by Va

Dheon stared intently at the monitor screen, trying to absorb every detail revealed by Drake. In the room, the atmosphere became increasingly tense as the Yakuza were revealed to be involved in this conflict. Dheon's face showed an expression that reflected worry and readiness to face a more serious threat."Not to be underestimated, Dheon," Drake said, his voice serious. "When the Yakuza are involved, we have to be extremely vigilant. They wield a significant influence behind the scenes," Dheon emphasized.Dheon nodded in understanding, realizing the importance of caution in dealing with a criminal group like the Yakuza. "What's the next step?"Drake replied with a sharp look, "We need to detail every company involved, find out all their policies, and look into any possible alliances they may have formed with the Yakuza. I will compile a detailed report for you."While Drake was busy gathering information, Dheon decided to contact Sebastian. He felt the need to inform his superiors

Sebastian felt something heavy in his chest, realizing that Amanda saw through his senseless act. He knew he had to give an explanation, but the situation was urgent.Sebastian's face then turned to the injured man who was still alive. He realized that he still needed information. With determination, Sebastian unleashed his Time Wrap skill, making time return to normal.A moment later, Sebastian approached the remaining man in the suit. "You reckon I'm just gonna let you walk away without paying the price?" he hissed, raising his fist.However, before the punch landed, Sebastian heard a loud shout ordering him to put his hands up."Police! Raise your hands now!"He immediately realized that he was surrounded by a number of police officers armed with rifles.Sebastian's eyes flashed briefly, understanding that he had to be cooperative this time.Carefully, he raised both hands up.It would actually be a simple matter for Sebastian to take out all the police officers surrounding him in