Rise of The Fallen Son-in-law Vol. 2

Chapter 52

Travis hesitated, and for a moment, it seemed like he might not answer. But then, he spoke, his voice low and intense. "To make the world a better place," he said, his eyes never leaving hers.

Travis pondered the possibilities that lay before him. With the knowledge of King Melchior's library, he could easily manipulate others into doing his bidding, and as a result, his wealth and power would grow exponentially. But a small voice in the back of his mind whispered that such a path would be corrupt, and that perhaps there was a better way to achieve his goals. He wrestled with these thoughts, unable to make a clear decision.

Carnelian pondered. It seemed like a great risk to place such faith in a man of Travis's dubious character. He had a history of deceit and manipulation, and it was hard to imagine that he would be a responsible guardian of such powerful knowledge. It was almost as if King Melchior was setting him up for a great fall, testing his character to see if he could be trus