The man who spoke was one of those eating at the restaurant, his demeanor the epitome of arrogance and selfishness.The manager, unsure of what to make of his comment, inquired. “Is there a problem sir?”“Is there a problem?” The man stared back almost like the manager had asked a stupid question. “Do you want to tell me that you don't see anything wrong with what's happening right now?”“I'm sorry sir, but I don't understand.” The manager looked incredibly flustered as though he were the Manager of this branch of Panda Gate, he was aware that most people that came to eat in here were people that he absolutely couldn't offend.The arrogant man remarked. “I came in here with my woman for a peaceful night and good food. Now you have to ruin it by pulling a stupid stunt like this?... Why the hell did you let that idiot over there into this establishment to ruin the ambiance?”The manager was taken aback as he didn't know how to respond.Ethan was the one that helped him even as he kept h

Unwilling to put the boy under duress due to how he looked, Ethan decided not to press him and instead intended. “I know where Mira is.”The boy's eyes lit up once he heard the name as he looked at Ethan. “You know where big sister is?”Ethan nodded his head. “I do.”“Is she alright?”“In a way.”“That's good.” The boy remarked, letting out a sigh of relief.“Do you want to see her?”The boy paused, hesitant to respond before ultimately doing so. “No.”“Why?... Are you angry that she ran away?”“No, I'm glad she's okay. I was worried she wouldn't be able to survive after what stepdad did to her. As long as she's away, everything is alright.”“Then why don't you want to see her?”“Because stepdad might follow after us and discover where she stays. I don't want to put her into any trouble.”“You seem to be in a lot of trouble yourself.” Ethan intoned calmly.The boy replied. “As long as big sister and little sister are fine, I can endure anything. That's what boys do right?... They prot

“She fell asleep not too long after you left. I guess seeing her oppressor finally dealt with allowed her to gain some semblance of peace.” Henry intoned calmly as he draped the trio of siblings with a blanket.“Thank you.” He said as he turned to face Ethan.“Don't sweat it,” Ethan remarked calmly. “I only did what I had to do.”“Regardless, you took on a big risk. I told you, didn't I?... Lucius is just one man. There are those backing him.” Henry pointed out.Ethan went silent as he pondered the implications.He couldn't be sure that those backing Lucius were aware of his identity as an Apostle, but what if they were?That meant they actively supported a crazy bastard as he went about torturing his stepchildren out of a twisted sense of humor.Ethan knew he wasn't strong enough, at least, not strong enough to take on numerous enemies at once.But even if they ended up coming, he swore to fight till his last breath.No matter what, he would never bend the knee to those in the wrong,

“You…”“Talk out of turn and I will end your existence,” Ethan warned coldly, shutting Lucas up.Gulping nervously, Lucas took a moment to assess the situation before inquiring in a calmer tone. “Who are you?”“Ghost.” Ethan calmly replied. “Ghost?... The new owner of Savour and SteelHorse?”Ethan didn't respond but the silence was enough of an answer.“How do you know him?”“None of your concern,” Ethan remarked as he finally glanced at Lucas. “I could kill you now.”Lucas's heart tightened. “But I won't. Only because the law is a better way to deal with tyrants like you.”“What?”“This man will be suing your company for damages. I hope you have enough to pay for what you've done.”Lucas gritted his teeth. “I can't accept that.”“Would you rather I kill you?” Ethan inquired.Lucas grunted but did not attempt to say anything else as he stared at Ethan.“Look forward to seeing you in court.” With that, Ethan helped Jacob to his feet and exited the meeting room, leaving Lucas to seet

“You’d best step back now while I'm being nice else don't blame me for what comes next,” Cody warned.Ethan rolled his eyes before proceeding to pick up the laptop and make his way toward the counter.“You fucking…” Cody turned to his guard who immediately rushed Ethan.Ethan turned on a whim and with a punch that was neither too hard nor too soft, he knocked the guard out cold.Cody was silenced and Ethan replied. “Do not try this again with another stranger. They might not take your threats lightly.”With the appearance of people like Lucius and Bartholomew, Ethan understood that there were Apostles who were good at fighting just like him and even more dangerous.One wrong step and the person might end up losing their life.It was a warning and advice for a young fool who had no idea how dangerous the world was.With that sorted, Ethan made his way to the registry and paid with his card before taking his leave.However, just as he was about to reach his car, he paused as he sensed s