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Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 119
Markus' heart was pounding so hard he could hear it in his ears. He was torn between love and duty, his mind racing as he tried to find a solution. Finally, he looked up, his eyes fixed on Laureline's. In a clear and steady voice, he spoke. "I can't betray the woman I love."Markus knew that his decision would anger the Blackwoods, and they would most likely try to retaliate. But he could not betray Celeste, and risk losing her love and trust. He would not be a cheater or a liar, even if it cost him the alliance with Laureline. He stood tall, his eyes full of conviction. "I am sorry if my decision disappoints you, but I cannot do otherwise."Juniper's thoughts were racing, her mind filled with questions and doubts. She loved Dorian, but she wasn't sure if she could withstand the trials of love. Love was a battlefield, and she had never been one for conflict. She wondered if she was truly ready to face the challenges that lay ahead, or if she would crumble under the pressure. For the f
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 120
"A god."Markus's eyebrows rose in surprise. "Wait, what? You thought this person was a god? What makes you think that?"Mrs. Blackwood sighed and looked down at her hands. "It's a long story, but the short version is that he did some things that seemed... impossible. I don't know how to explain it, but it was unlike anything I've ever seen. And his name is Darius Fastfingers.""Goodness," Juniper exclaimed, her voice high-pitched with astonishment. "You're saying that the god of thieves was your lover?"Markus shifted uncomfortably, glancing at Mrs. Blackwood. "That's quite the claim," he said, his tone cautious. "Pshaw!" Juniper exclaimed. "The god of thieves was her lover? That's a laugh! The idea is preposterous! Mrs. Blackwood is quite the character!"Markus arched an eyebrow, a quizzical expression on his face. "You don't say? I must admit, this is all news to me. I had no idea Mrs. Blackwood had such a colorful past. It certainly casts her in a new light."Celeste's heart ache
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 121
"I want to take you on a getaway trip, just the two of us. We can leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and enjoy some time away from it all."Leo turned to her, curiosity evident on his face. "A getaway trip?" he asked, his eyes widening. "That sounds amazing, but I'm not sure it's such a good idea. I mean, what about work?"She waved a hand dismissively.Leo's heart sank as Fiona spoke. He knew that this trip would be anything but a relaxing getaway. He was dreading the awkward silences, the forced conversation, and the inevitable comparison to his future father-in-law. But he also knew that he couldn't let Fiona down. Fiona's eyes shone with anticipation as she awaited Leo's response. She could practically hear the cogs turning in his head as he considered her request. Finally, he took a deep breath and turned to face her."I appreciate the thought, Fiona, but I'm not sure it's a good idea," he said gently. "I know your father means a lot to you, but I don't want to get i
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 122
Richard's face was like stone as he stared at his daughter. He was furious, but also impressed by her bravery. He had never seen her stand up to him like this before. It was clear that she was not going to back down, and he knew that he had to choose his next words carefully."You have betrayed me, daughter," he said, his voice cold and calculated. "You have turned against your own family, and for what? A boy?"Fiona's eyes flashed with anger. "This is not about Leo," she said. "This is about you and your obsession with power. Your thirst for control has clouded your judgement, and you are blind to the suffering of your people. You have become a tyrant, and I can no longer stand by and watch."Richard's face turned red with rage, and he rose from his throne. "I have given you everything you could ever want," he spat. "And this is how you repay me? With betrayal and disrespect?"Fiona's hands were trembling, but her voice was steady. "You have given me nothing but misery and fear. I am
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 123
Richard's face was like stone as he stared at his daughter. He was furious, but also impressed by her bravery. He had never seen her stand up to him like this before. It was clear that she was not going to back down, and he knew that he had to choose his next words carefully."You have betrayed me, daughter," he said, his voice cold and calculated. "You have turned against your own family, and for what? A boy?"Fiona's eyes flashed with anger. "This is not about Leo," she said. "This is about you and your obsession with power. Your thirst for control has clouded your judgement, and you are blind to the suffering of your people. You have become a tyrant, and I can no longer stand by and watch."Richard's face turned red with rage, and he rose from his throne. "I have given you everything you could ever want," he spat. "And this is how you repay me? With betrayal and disrespect?"Fiona's hands were trembling, but her voice was steady. "You have given me nothing but misery and fear. I am
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 124: Dean's reign
In Leo's absence, the people of New Arcadia looked up at their new ruler, Dean Howlstone, with a mix of curiosity and apprehension. They knew that Dean had a complicated history, and they wondered if he was truly up to the task of ruling the kingdom. After all, why would the beloved King Leo have chosen him to be the interim ruler? Was there something they didn't know? The people of New Arcadia were unsure, but they knew that they would have to trust Dean for the time being. But would Dean live up to their expectations, or would he betray their trust? The tension in the room was palpable as Franklin, the vampire lord, addressed the new king, Dean. "So, how does it feel to be the new ruler?" he asked, a smirk playing on his lips. But Dean wasn't in the mood for games. "Don't push it, Frank," he said sternly, his eyes narrowing. "I didn't mean to upset you," replied Franklin, feigning innocence. But Dean was having none of it. "Just stop talking," he snapped. The room fell silent, th
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 125: Old memories
"I'm sorry for the way I treated you," Arnold said, his voice low and contrite. "I know it was wrong, and I should have been more respectful."Dean's eyes narrowed, and he searched Arnold's face for any sign of insincerity. But he found none, and a small part of him wanted to believe that the apology was genuine. But years of mistreatment were hard to forget. Then he realized he would be no better than Arnold if he punished him. Instead, he let all the pain and hurt go"Take your palliative and get out of my sight."In that moment, something shifted within Dean. He felt the weight of all the hurt and pain he had carried for so long begin to lift, as if a burden had been lifted from his shoulders. He no longer wanted to punish Arnold for his past transgressions. He just wanted to move on, to find a way to put all of this behind him."I will go," Arnold said, bowing his head in deference. "I hope that one day, you can find it in your heart to forgive me."And with that, he turned and l
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 126: Friendship's a burden
Dahlia considered her friend's words. "You're right, I'll have a chat with him about it," she said. "But I still think it's important to maintain a positive relationship with him. After all, I want to be seen as a valuable asset to the kingdom, not just a servant.""A positive relationship is good," Helene agreed. "But make sure you're not overstepping your boundaries. You're more than just his advisor, you're his friend."Dahlia smiled. "I know that, and I'm so grateful to have you as a friend too. You always know what to say...I know what you're saying, and you're right," Dahlia said with a sigh. "But I also feel like I need to help Wyatt out, no matter how small the task. After all, he's the prince and I'm his advisor. It's part of my job to make his life easier, even if that means helping him find his lost brooch.""But there's a difference between being a helpful advisor and being taken advantage of," Helene countered. "You're not a servant, and you shouldn't be treated like one.
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Chapter 138: The sea god's dilemma
Dorian felt Juniper's frustration mounting as he held her in his arms. She was giving him the cold shoulder, her arms crossed and her expression one of discontent. He knew he'd messed up, and he wasn't sure how to fix it. So he just held her close, hoping that his presence might somehow make things better.But Juniper was having none of it. "Why even bother?" she said, her voice heavy with disappointment. Dorian felt a sinking feeling in his stomach.Dorian's heart sank as he heard Juniper's words. He knew he had made a mistake, and that he had hurt her in some way. He wasn't sure what to do to make it right, so he decided to give her some space. He knew that sometimes the best thing to do was to give someone the space they needed.But as he walked away, he couldn't help but feel a sense of loss. He wanted to be there for Juniper, to make her feel better. He wanted to be the one who could make her smile, the one who could brighten her day. But it seemed that he had failed in that regar
Chapter 137: A visit from death
Before he could even think about what to do, he heard the pounding of footsteps behind him. He turned around to see a massive, ferocious-looking dragon barreling towards him. It let out a mighty roar, and Carlisle felt the ground shake beneath his feet.Finn was the one who had sold the dragon babies, and he had been motivated by greed. Carlisle, on the other hand, had been scarred by a dragon years ago, and that had shaped his entire life. He was terrified of dragons, and he had devoted himself to keeping them away from people. But now, he was faced with a situation that he couldn't control.The momma dragon let out a deafening roar, and Carlisle could feel the ground tremble beneath his feet. He knew that he had to act fast. But what could he possibly do? He didn't have any weapons, and he was no match for a dragon. All he had was the baby dragon in his hands. It was then that he had an idea. He held the baby dragon out towards the approaching momma dragon, and he began to speak in a
Chapter 136: The mistake
Markus' eyes narrowed, his tone growing more urgent. "But what you've done is much more than a challenge," he said. "You've gone against the very principles of our alliance. We can't have you doing things like this, it could tear us apart!"Finn sighed, his gaze turning distant. "I know it was a risk," he said. "But I couldn't stand by and watch those dragons be harmed. They're just like any other creature, they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity."Markus shook his head. He couldn't argue with that. "You're just making things more complicated. You're looking for an excuse to run off and hide like some hermit!""How dare you say that to me!? After what you've witnessed, you still think I'm trying to run away?""I'm not saying that to insult you," Markus said, his voice growing calmer. "But I have to wonder if you're looking for an escape, rather than a solution. Our alliance was founded on the principle of coexistence, not just hiding away. If we're going to create a better
Chapter 135
"...The dragons then were ruthless, not these plush toys"Markus' eyes narrowed, his tone growing more urgent. "But what you've done is much more than a challenge," he said. "You've gone against the very principles of our alliance. We can't have you doing things like this, it could tear us apart!"Finn sighed, his gaze turning distant. "I know it was a risk," he said. "But I couldn't stand by and watch those dragons be harmed. They're just like any other creature, they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity."Markus shook his head. He couldn't argue with that. "You're just making things more complicated. You're looking for an excuse to run off and hide like some hermit!""How dare you say that to me!? After what you've witnessed, you still think I'm trying to run away?""I'm not saying that to insult you," Markus said, his voice growing calmer. "But I have to wonder if you're looking for an escape, rather than a solution. Our alliance was founded on the principle of coexistenc
Chapter 134: Dragons and chaos
Markus understood Finn's worries, but he remained hopeful. "If we work together, we can show the people that dragons are more than just fearsome creatures. They are intelligent and majestic beings, deserving of our respect and admiration. With time and effort, we can change the way people see dragons, and make the world a better place for all."In his own words, Finn's conditions were as follows: He would agree to help the alliance, and to bring the dragons together under one banner. In return, the alliance would promise to leave him and the dragons alone once the conflict was over, and to allow them to return to their isolated home. They would have no further demands or expectations of him or the dragons.It was a bold request, but Markus and Elliot could see where he was coming from. They needed to find a way to make this work, or risk losing their best chance at victory.Finn's request was understandable, but it presented a challenge for Markus and Elliot. They needed the dragons to
Chapter 133: The dragon tamer
"I'm not here to cause any trouble," he said, his voice wavering slightly. "I just want to talk to you, to explain what happened. Please, just hear me out."Finn looked skeptical, but after a moment's hesitation, he nodded. "Alright, I'll listen," he said, his tone still gruff. "But you'd better make it quick!""Please, Finn, this is important," Elliott pleaded. "Markus needs your help.""And who the blazes are you?" Finn demanded, his tone sharp. "I don't recall inviting you into my home!"Elliott's cheeks flushed with embarrassment. "I, um, I know Nora, and I know Markus."Finn gave Elliott a long, appraising look. "So you're a friend of George's, eh?" he said, his eyes narrowing. "That doesn't mean I have to listen to you.""Hmph," Finn grumbled, shifting from foot to foot. "I'm listening, but don't expect me to be swayed by a bunch of sob stories."Elliott took a deep breath, and began to speak. "It's true that George, as you knew him, made some mistakes. But he was a good man, onc
Chapter 132
'The story of your father is a sad one,' Nora said, her voice tinged with sorrow. 'He was a brave and kind man, but he was a soldier, and he saw much death and destruction in his life. It changed him, and he began to believe that violence was the only way to solve problems. He became angry and bitter, and he could not see any other way to live.'Markus listened intently, his heart heavy with grief. He knew his father had been a good man once, but the years of war had taken their toll. He wished he could have known his father as a child.She paused, as if considering her next words carefully. 'But he did love me. And I believe he loved you, too. He simply could not see beyond his own ambitions. And in the end, those ambitions destroyed him. He used his friends as pawns, and they in turn betrayed him. Revenge and power consumed him, and he was lost to the darkness.'Nora's eyes were bright with unshed tears. 'But you, my dear, you have a choice. You can choose a different path, a better
Chapter 131
"Hey, slow down!" Markus called out to Elliot as he raced toward him. "I'm not going anywhere without you. And I can't have you tripping and falling on your face in your rush to catch up!" He smirked and shook his head.Elliot skidded to a halt and tried to catch his breath. "I heard you were going to look for the dragon tamer. I want to come along!"Markus nodded, already in motion again. "Of course you can come, but you'll have to keep up. And we'll need to be quiet when we find the dragon tamer."Just then, they heard a familiar voice from behind them. "Yoo hoo! Markus?"Markus sighed and turned to see his mother approaching, carrying a pack on her back and her son in her arms. Scales let out a soft purr as they drew near."Mother, thank you for coming with.""You're welcome, my dear," Nora said, her voice gentle. "And you know I could never pass up an adventure like this! Plus, I have some history with the dragon tamer myself. I can't wait to see how he's changed over the years."
Chapter 130: For rich and for poor
The people gathered around her, their eyes full of hope and anticipation. One after another, they asked her questions, their voices growing louder and more desperate with each query."When am I going to get my big break!?""What number combination can I use for the lottery?""Is my job at the market worth it?""Why is my business stagnant?""Your big break will come when you least expect it," Eloise replied calmly, her words soothing the anxious crowd. "But in the meantime, focus on doing your best and giving your customers the best service possible."The crowd listened intently, hanging on her every word. For many of them, Eloise represented their last hope for a better futureAs more and more people came forward, Eloise felt the weight of their problems pressing down on her. It was as if she was caught in a sea of desperation, each person's pleas a drop of water threatening to drown her. But she held her ground, determined to help as many people as she could.But as the crowd swelled