That evening, Jeremy sat down with Celicia and Sophie, his face drawn with a mixture of determination and sadness. He knew they deserved the truth—all of it.“I need to tell you everything,” he began, his voice low but steady. “About our past… our struggles. About Burke, the uncle who betrayed us. And about how I survived.”Celicia, already broken by the revelations of the previous day, sat quietly beside Sophie, listening as Jeremy told the story of their family’s dark past. He explained how, after their father’s death, Burke had swooped in, not to help, but to use them, pulling strings behind the scenes for his own gain.Then Jeremy told them about how he grew strong—how he had joined a hunting guild, learning to fight, learning to survive. He spoke of his journey to becoming someone who could stand against the darkness of their world, someone who could take on men like Burke.When Jeremy talked about his birthday, the day everything changed—th

"Russ!" Jeremy shouted as he descended into the chamber, spinning in mid-air before spreading his arms wide. His tone was mocking, dripping with sarcasm. "I didn't know you were such a coward."Russ snarled, his eyes dark and menacing. "Idiot," he growled, his voice laced with contempt as he mimicked Jeremy. "Today, you meet your end."Jeremy landed hard, the force of his descent forming a small crater beneath his feet. The air between them was thick with tension, their gazes locked in a dangerous dance.“So,” Jeremy spoke, his voice low and calm, though his body was coiled like a spring ready to strike. “You were working as an insider, feeding information to the Dark Guild for him?” His words were a sharp accusation, but he didn’t wait for an answer.In a flash, Jeremy charged violently at Russ, his dagger glinting in the dim light of the chamber.Russ smirked, his muscles tensing as he raised his spiked mace. "Little bastard, you have n

The following day, Jeremy strode confidently into Burke’s underground stronghold, the weight of leadership already settling on his shoulders. He knew the time had come to assert his authority, not just to Burke, but to everyone in the organization. As he pushed open the heavy doors to Burke’s office, the scent of old leather and smoke greeted him, along with Burke’s calculating gaze."Ah, Jeremy," Burke drawled, seated behind his large mahogany desk. His fingers tapped rhythmically on the arm of his chair. “You’ve come to make your mark, I assume?”Jeremy wasted no time with pleasantries. “All techniques, pills, illegal cultivation methods, and every scrap of forbidden knowledge that makes the other guilds tremble now belongs to me. From this moment forward, everything will be utilized under my supervision.”Burke’s face remained unreadable, his icy blue eyes flickering with a glint of amusement. Jeremy had expected pushback, perhaps resistance or a test o

In just a few short months, Jeremy had transformed into one of the most influential figures on Earth. No longer simply a man with power, he had become a bridge between worlds—mediating between guilds, underground associations, and powerful corporations. His presence was indispensable to both light and darkness, a stabilizing force in a chaotic landscape. Jeremy embodied the delicate balance between good and evil, walking a tightrope where a single misstep could cost him everything.His newfound prominence meant he was frequently seen in the company of the world’s elite—wealthy families, powerful firms, and influential guild leaders. These meetings, often held in private clubs or at opulent dinners, placed Jeremy at the heart of Earth’s political and economic networks. He wasn’t just building influence—he was becoming a force unto himself.At the pinnacle of this success, Jeremy built a sprawling mansion, a place where he could keep the people closest to him safe. Celicia, Sophie, and

The council room’s air was heavy, thick with tension and purpose. Jeremy sat at the head of the mahogany table, his fingers tracing invisible patterns on its polished surface. Around him, his most trusted allies—Kade, James, Mary, and Jessica—formed a circle of power. The dim lighting from the chandelier cast flickering shadows across their n. “The time is almost upon us,” he began, his voice low and steady. “We’ve expanded faster than any faction expected, but rumors are catching up. The guilds are starting to grow suspicious, and underground associations are restless. It won’t be long before they start testing us.”Mary folded her arms, her expression sharp. “We’ve hijacked enough shipments, seized their resources, and made enemies in high places. There’s only so much fear we can wield before someone pushes back.”Kade, lounging lazily with his feet propped up on the edge of the table, smirked. “Suspicion? Friction? Please. They were always going to hate us. Better to be feared th