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Lord Griffin's Mighty Return Chapter 29
Ken froze, his eyes locked on the tall figure by the window.The air thickened, pressure squeezing his chest like an invisible vice around his throat.Arthur stood there, cold as ice, an unshakable force—like a god descending from the heavens.The air around him felt frigid.How the hell did he get up here? They were on the third floor!Ken had planned for everything—bodyguards, mercenaries, a whole crew to protect him.But now Arthur was here, and that could only mean one thing: they had failed.Those retired mercenaries had been nothing compared to Arthur.Ken was out of options. He was screwed.Barely having time to throw on his pants, he scrambled back, shouting, “Someone! Help…”Before the word could even leave his mouth, a fierce gust of wind hit his face.A punch exploded into his jaw with bone-crushing force!Pain tore through Ken’s throat as his teeth shattered, the broken pieces choking him, silencing him instantly.Arthur grabbed him by the neck like he weighed nothing, lif
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Peter Charles burst into the room, winded and looking a little frazzled.He quickly realized he’d probably just messed with the host’s mood.With a forced smile, he scrambled to apologize.“Sorry I’m late!”“Today’s mistake is mine. I should have taken better care of my esteemed guest!”“Luckily, Ma—”Arthur cleared his throat loudly.Peter immediately paused, awkwardly rubbing his neck.“…Arthur showed up just in time. Or I’d be in real trouble now.”Peter was still adjusting to his new role, feeling a bit nervous.He glanced over at Arthur, then turned to Selune, speaking carefully.“Miss Selune, I’m really sorry for what you’ve been through tonight. You name your price, and I’ll make it right. I’ll keep my word.”Selune’s eyes widened. She couldn’t believe what she was hearing.Honestly, she’d already been shocked when the wealthiest man in the city actually showed up here.She thought, sure, he’d probably send someone to clean up the mess and handle the situation.But him showing
Lord Griffin's Mighty Return Chapter 31
"Stop!"Harold's voice echoed through the room, his face turning ashen with rage."What did you do to my daughter?!"Arthur narrowed his eyes, a sigh slipping from his lips.Selune's parents never used their brains—every time, they jumped straight to conclusions and pointed fingers at him without thinking twice.He couldn't help but remember how easily Elina had snatched the family shares from him and Ana earlier.Arthur’s lips curled into a sneer. They sure were asking to be played.Selune jolted awake at Harold's shout.She blinked, realizing she was in Arthur’s arms, her cheeks turning a deep red.She scrambled out of his grip, panic rising in her chest.Ana rushed to her side, pulling her close to check if she was okay."She’s been drugged. I saved her," Arthur said, his voice calm and cold."You think I’m gonna believe you?!" Harold roared, slamming his fist on the table."You’re the one who’s been scheming, trying to take advantage of my daughter!"His mind raced back to just a
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Arthur cast an appreciative glance at Selune.Elina suddenly froze, realizing she’d slipped up, her face turned bright red as she stammered."I... I just overheard you! Yeah, I was heading downstairs when I heard you talking. You were speaking so loudly, I couldn’t help but catch it!"Selune’s brow furrowed. She was sure she hadn't raised her voice.Elina quickly tried to cover, thinking she might've dodged the bullet—until Arthur spoke."Then how did Ken know where Selune would be tonight?"Elina's stomach dropped. Her pulse raced.Why would Arthur ask that?Did he figure it out?No way! She'd been so careful.She even erased all the messages from Ken!No evidence.He was just guessing... right?But then, as if a lightbulb had gone off, Selune’s eyes widened.Everything clicked.She glanced at Arthur, who gave her a small, almost imperceptible nod.A wave of dread washed over her.Her fists clenched so tightly, her knuckles went white.She hadn’t imagined it would come from someone s
Lord Griffin's Mighty Return Chapter 33
Everyone turned when Peter Charles walked in, surrounded by a group of bodyguards.The Herbert family, led by George, recognized the richest man in the city immediately.They all lowered their heads, showing him deep respect.As the room went quiet, Peter gave Arthur a small nod, a silent greeting.“Sorry I’m late!” he said casually.Arthur just nodded back, not bothered in the slightest.George stepped up to Peter Charles, his voice respectful.“It’s an honor to have you here in person—how can we help?”Elina felt a wave of unease in her chest as she watched Peter enter.Something didn’t feel right.Peter waved away the small talk.“Enough of that. Once you see this, you’ll get it,” he said, then clapped his hands.One of his bodyguards stepped forward, holding a tablet, and handed it to George.The screen showed a surveillance video.Selune was unconscious in a bed, with Ken and Arthur standing nearby.Ken, bruised and beaten, was holding onto Arthur’s leg.“Please…don’t kill me… El
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Arthur could see everything was nearly settled.Whatever was left, her family could handle behind closed doors.He thought for a second, then turned to Peter, signaling him to come over.The two stepped outside.Peter immediately opened the car door for Arthur.The bodyguards stayed locked in position, forming a tight circle around them, making sure no one could overhear or sneak a peek at their conversation.“Master,” Peter said, bowing his head, waiting for instructions.“Ever heard of the Frostwraith Blossom?” Arthur asked, staring out the window.Peter froze for a moment, confused.After a beat, he answered.“Yeah, I’ve heard of it. It’s a deadly flower from the Northern Lands, grows only at the peak of the Northern Mountains.”“The poison is supposed to be insanely strong. A single breath of its scent can knock you out, and it’ll eventually make your blood clot, killing you.”Peter glanced at Arthur, sensing something was off.“That’s just a legend, though. No one’s ever actually
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Selune felt it the moment something was off."Mr. Charles treats you differently. And the way everyone looks at you... I know you’re not as ordinary as you act."The hall was dead silent at midnight.The only sound was the two of them breathing.Selune tilted her head back, her mind racing with questions, waiting for an answer.Arthur didn’t move.His brow was furrowed just enough to show he understood her doubts, but he wasn’t ready to spill the truth.He let out a long sigh, helplessness flashing in his eyes."It’s not the right time yet, Selune."Before he could change the subject, Selune’s phone rang, its sharp ping slicing through the quiet night.She grabbed it without thinking, her eyes freezing when she saw the notification.[Midnight News: Only son of the local Wells family found dead…]Her stomach dropped. She stared at the headline, her face going pale."Ken... is dead?"Her mind flashed back—when she woke up, only Arthur had been there. Ken was gone.She’d thought he’d bee
Lord Griffin's Mighty Return Chapter 36
Late at night, everyone was lost in their thoughts, drifting off to sleep.Across the city, Marco Ricci, the head of the Black Serpent Gang, sat by his son Luca’s bedside, panic written all over his face.His eyes were red and puffy, his face haggard from lack of sleep.Luca’s face was ghostly pale, his breathing barely there.The illness was eating him alive, and he had slipped into a coma, getting worse by the day.Marco’s swollen eyes showed the toll of endless nights of worry and tears.Just a few days ago, his father’s health had finally improved, and Marco had allowed himself a brief moment of peace.But when he came home, his son had suddenly spiked a high fever, and the family doctor had no answers.In his panic, a thought hit him like a lightning bolt.If Arthur had been able to save his father, maybe he could help Luca, too!Marco’s resolve hardened.He grabbed his phone, dialing urgently.“First thing tomorrow, send for Mr. Arthur!”But then he stopped. His brow furrowed.A
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Time ticked by as the rich and powerful began to trickle into the Holiday Auction House, each one more important than the last.Holiday Auction House was world-famous, always offering treasures beyond imagination.It wasn’t just an auction; it was the event to attend if you had money and influence.The hall was split into two levels.The first floor was the main area, buzzing with chatter.It was bright and spacious, with wooden tables piled high with drinks and snacks, where guests mingled casually.The second floor, though, was where the real action was.Reserved for VIPs, the suites up here were private and luxurious, offering a perfect view of the entire hall.It was quiet, secluded, and absolutely the most exclusive place to be.Peter had already heard that the Phoenix Herb would be up for auction tonight.He’d spared no expense, securing the best suite on the second floor just for this moment.Arthur sat back in their private suite, cool and calm, while Peter stood by, eyes lock
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That night, Daniel led a small team of armed soldiers, quietly closing in on the Selune house.The air felt thick with tension, the cold night wrapping the street in a quiet, oppressive silence.Edward Wells stood at the doorstep.The doorbell rang out, sharp and clear, cutting through the silence like a gunshot, its echo lingering in the still night air.Harold stepped forward with an easy smile, his hand already reaching for the door to pull it wider, expecting another normal evening.But when his eyes locked with Daniel’s, the smile faded as if it had been wiped away.Daniel stood tall and imposing—his broad shoulders and muscular frame silhouetted against the dim porch light.In his hand, he gripped a gun with an ease that spoke volumes about his deadly precision.His cold, hard eyes locked onto Harold, and the smile vanished entirely from Harold’s face."Mr. Wells, what’s going on?" Harold stammered, his voice shaky, a faint tremor betraying his confusion and fear."Cut the crap!
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Peter Charles’s sleek, luxury car cruised slowly into Arthur’s line of sight, its polished design turning heads and drawing the attention of everyone nearby.“Not bad. Looks like you’ve awakened,” Arthur said with a slight nod.Peter looked full of energy.“It’s all thanks to your guidance! I can’t thank you enough!”“And I have got a good news for you!”Arthur raised an eyebrow, his gaze sharp. “What do you mean?”Peter grinned. “Earlier, you told me to keep an eye out for rare herbs. Tonight, there’s Phoenix Herb at the auction!”Peter quickly pulled an auction catalog from his bag and handed it to Arthur.Arthur opened the catalog, and his eyes landed on a stunning, blood-red plant.The fiery color seemed to burn off the page—exactly what Arthur had been searching for.His heart raced.Two-thirds of the ingredients needed for the antidote were already within reach.“This Phoenix Herb has to be mine!”“Of course!” Peter’s excitement matched Arthur’s. “I’ll make sure to get it for yo
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“You’ve already caused enough trouble for our daughter, and now you’re hooking up with another woman?!”Ana’s voice was dripping with disdain, and Harold’s tone matched hers, laced with fury.But there was a smug gleam in their eyes, an air of certainty.They had been waiting for this moment.Once Selune saw the undeniable evidence of Arthur’s betrayal, she would finally see the light and toss him out of her life for good.Selune sat motionless on the couch, her body rigid, her hands clasped tightly together in her lap.Her eyes were fixed on the photo on the table in front of her, the image refusing to blur, even as her mind scrambled to process it.In the photo, Arthur was standing uncomfortably close to a woman—a woman she didn’t recognize.They were so close their bodies were practically touching, and the moment was captured just as they were getting into her car.It was like a punch to the gut, each beat of her heart feeling slower, heavier.The shock cut through her in waves, le
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Arthur stood at the table, staring down at the broken crystal ball.He knew it wasn’t going to reveal anything more.But he couldn’t figure out why the old woman was so thrilled, or what she meant by "the Chosen One."“Well, let’s call it a day,” he said, his voice calm.“Take the fifth herb from the third row in your garden, mix it with the others in your basket, and simmer it for three hours.”“Drink it in three doses a day. In a week, your leg will be healed.”Arthur offered this advice as a thank you for the old woman’s reading, then turned to leave.Isis’s eyes lit up.Her respect and awe for him deepened.She couldn’t believe Arthur could figure out the exact effects of her herbs just by looking at them!She had been brewing potions with them for years, but the results were always weak.Now she realized she’d been missing one crucial ingredient.It all clicked. Gratitude flooded her heart.She was even more impressed by Arthur now.“Wait, Savior!” she called, rushing forward wit
Chapter 47
Mia and Arthur stepped out of the car, their boots sinking into the soft, wet earth.The air smelled fresh, a mix of rich soil and pine.All around them, the forest was alive with vibrant green leaves and the sound of birds chirping.“Don’t get any ideas just because my dad likes you. I’ve met guys like you before, and trust me, you’re not special,”Mia shot Arthur a look that could cut glass.“Hurry up! If you get lost, don’t come crying to me!”Without waiting for him to respond, she marched off into the thick woods.Arthur rolled his eyes. This girl was way too full of herself.But he wasn’t about to argue with her. He had better things to do.Plus, it was easier to follow her than get lost in this dense forest.They trekked through the underbrush, tall grass brushing against their legs, branches rustling as they passed.The air was thick with moisture and the earth beneath their feet was soft, like the whole forest was alive.After what felt like forever, they finally broke throug
Chapter 46
Arthur walked back into the Selune house, only to be greeted by the cold, judgmental glares of Ana and Harold. They stood by the door like he was some unwanted guest.“You’re not welcome here,” Ana snapped, crossing her arms and glaring at him with pure hostility.“Listen, kid,” Harold chimed in, clearly impatient, “Whatever your deal is, you’ve caused enough trouble for this family.”“You better not have any more plans for Selune. She’s gonna marry someone rich! Leave now!” Ana’s voice rose in anger, her eyes locking on Arthur with a warning glare. “Never come back!”Arthur barely glanced at them, his cold stare making them shift uncomfortably. They both instinctively took a step back as if something invisible was pushing them.“Is this what Selune wants?” he asked, his tone even.Ana froze, but quickly recovered. “Of course! She’s been tired of you for a while!”Harold added, “Yeah. You’ve been nothing but trouble for her. She’s too polite to tell you herself!”Arthur slowly turned
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Marco couldn’t hold it in any longer.“But if the window was open, doesn’t that mean Isabella left through there?”Arthur let out a quiet chuckle and shook his head.“Sure, the window was open. But did you see any footprints on the sill? Nope. That’s because she didn’t climb out of it. The window was just meant to throw us off.”Suddenly, everyone got it.Marco’s frown deepened, and his voice grew tense.“Okay, so if she didn’t leave through the window, where did she go? Cindy found the room empty after she opened the door!”“Yeah, sir, that’s right, sir,” Cindy chimed in, standing nervously at the side, clutching her dress like it might fly away.“I used the spare key to open the door, and there was no one in there.”The group paused, thinking hard.If Isabella didn’t vanish through the window, had she really just disappeared into thin air?Arthur raised an eyebrow.“Are you sure you checked every corner?”Cindy froze, eyes wide. She hadn’t expected that question.She nodded, but it
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Arthur rushed down the hallway, heading straight for Marco’s wife’s room.The others followed, their faces grim, filled with dread.In the dim light of the hallway, Isabella’s maid spoke fast, panic creeping into her voice.“I helped the lady into her room and closed the door behind her so she could rest. Then I went to get her some water.”“But when I came back... the door was locked from the inside. No matter how much I called, she didn’t answer.”“I used the spare key to open it—and the room was empty.”The tension in the air thickened as everyone silently processed what she said.It was clear: something was wrong.The door creaked open, and they all stepped inside.The room was spotless, the bed neatly made, but everything felt... off.The only thing that stood out was the window—wide open.Marco’s face went pale.Was it possible? Had his wife jumped?Though the room was only on the second floor, a fall from here could still hurt her badly—maybe even kill her.He rushed to the win
