Theophilus said nothing, just a cold smile playing on his lips.He had long seen through the true nature of Raine, a man of double standards, professing piety but hiding a dagger.“I'll be at Conal's mansion in ten minutes.”Ending the call, Theophilus's gaze deepened.As Theophilus headed towards the Ministry district, a black, limited-edition Maybach drove into Conal's villa, exuding an air of grandeur.A middle-aged man in a black coat, followed by an elderly man dressed in traditional attire, entered the James family's living room.“Oldest brother, you’re back in Radiant Harbor?”“Oldest brother, this time we need you to take charge!”In the living room, Raine, Manfred, and other members of the James family all stood up at his arrival, greeting him respectfully as if they had found a reliable pillar of support.This middle-aged man was Warren James, the decision-maker of the James family, his face stern and his eyes sharp, exuding a commanding presence.“Dad! Dad, you’re back! Las
Warren felt Conal's ideas were too outdated, stubbornly clinging to national and ethnic righteousness. What good would that do? He didn't even understand the most basic accumulation of wealth.As long as the James family grows strong and prosperous, why care if Empyria is engulfed in disaster?"Your heart is wicked! I cannot hand over the core power of the James family to you!" Conal said adamantly, coughing violently, regretting not turning steel into iron."Hmph." Warren cast a cold glance and said: "Then you just keep it, lying there and enjoying your rest. Surely you aren't hoping that Theophilus, the kid who can't even wipe his own nose, will save you?"Warren was engaged in a highly destructive and influential endeavor to secure immense benefits for his family. However, Conal discovered this and fiercely reprimanded him, intending to prevent him from doing this "good deed."As a result, he swiftly decided to change the family's machinery and directly imprisoned Elder Conal.Ther
Seeing Theophilus's arrogant demeanor, Warren concluded in his heart that Theophilus was nothing but an uneducated, rude person, completely unworthy and not at all his match.After a few exchanges, Warren had already started to look down on Theophilus.Warren's expression shifted, and then he clapped his hands, saying: "I think, Elder Jake, you've come a long way in this hot weather, you must be thirsty. Someone, bring tea to quench Elder Jake's thirst."As he finished speaking, a middle-aged man in blue clothes approached Theophilus, holding a cup of tea. He had a pale, jade-like face, silver hair, sharp and spirited eyes, exuding an air of transcendence."I am Casey Harris, I have long heard of Elder Jake, and am pleased to finally meet you." Casey said with a smile that didn't reach his eyes, gracefully stepping forward and presenting the tea with both hands.Theophilus slightly furrowed his brows, assessing Casey. This man had a strong, steady breath and forceful steps, clearly a
Seeing Theophilus frown, they sensed a storm of blood and violence approaching, a field soon to be filled with corpses.How did Theophilus manage to reheat a cup of tea while talking? What kind of internal energy was this?Casey, a master of martial arts and internal energy, who had studied these aspects extensively and possessed the strength to break a hundred-year-old tree with one punch, had never seen such a terrifying display before."Wanting the James family to kneel? Haha, what a joke!" Warren laughed coldly, his eyes filled with contempt and anger.He had never met anyone so ignorant of the ways of the world, truly thinking of themselves as a deity descended to earth!"Casey, let's see how skilled our 'Elder Jake' is to dare make such exaggerated claims!" Warren's face was dark and ominous.Casey nodded slightly, taking a few steps forward, staring intently at Theophilus."Theophilus, although you may be considered a young talent, you must understand that there are always moun
Theophilus coldly glanced at them, disgusted with what he heard.He swung his arm, lifting a wooden chair next to him, kicked it away fiercely. The chair whistled through the air, hurtling like a speeding truck!Thwack, thwack, thwack, each high-ranking member of the James family was struck in the face with a wooden plank, falling to the ground with swollen faces, wailing in agony."If anyone dares to rebel like this again, I will kill everyone present here!" Theophilus's voice was chillingly cold.Upon hearing this, the hearts of those present thudded, becoming wary when looking at Theophilus.The murderous aura emanating from Theophilus at that moment sent shivers down their spines.They dared not speak any further, fearing to provoke Theophilus.After all, if someone as skilled as Casey could be crushed like an ant by Theophilus, how could they withstand his punches and kicks? No matter their power or wealth, they couldn't dare to be stubborn with Theophilus!For the moment, the hi
The terrifying aura emanating from Theophilus frightened the James brothers to their core, their souls trembling in fear.Terrifyingly, he was like a god or a demon, a deity descended to earth!Someone as talented as him being called a deity wasn’t an overstatement at all!"Brother, what should we do now..." Manfred's voice trembled, he unconsciously stepped back, his face drained of all color in fear."What, the, the assassins… We arranged, they're all, all dead…” Raine stammered in fear, trying to maintain his composure but finding his tongue trembling.No one could remain calm witnessing such a scene.Theophilus walked towards Warren, his face completely devoid of emotion."You, don’t come here! What do you want!" Raine screamed, his usual heroic demeanor replaced by sheer terror.Even though Warren was accustomed to life and death and had caused rival families to drown in blood, he had never witnessed such a gruesome scene!In utter panic, Warren's legs gave out, and he collapsed
Theophilus's gaze deepened, now understanding the internal changes within the James family.Warren, responsible for the family's international power and resources, had been frequently traveling abroad, likely infiltrated by foreign forces.However, Theophilus was still unclear about the nationality and allegiance of the person known as "Divine Citadel."Hearing "Divine Citadel." Theophilus suspected some connection to an Island Nation's Eternal Shore, a country with centuries-old enmity towards Empyria and a history that had been forgotten.Particularly, the Island Nation had been monitoring and probing the Empyria region for a long time, a nation known for its cunning and devious strategies.After pondering, Theophilus said: "Take me to meet Elder Conal.""Yes! Elder Conal is in that building, grand elder, please follow me." Raine said, forcing a smile and speaking respectfully.Relieved that Theophilus did not seem intent on taking their lives for now, both Raine and Manfred sighed
"Elder James, I won't stay in Radiant Harbor for long, so I'm afraid I can't be bothered with the affairs of the James family." Theophilus indifferently declined.This response from Theophilus left Raine and the other kneeling on the ground stunned.They couldn't believe that Theophilus would bluntly refuse the elder, even dismissing the vast empire of the James Corporation in Radiant Harbor.For Elder James of the Radiant Harbor James family to personally request Theophilus to manage the family and to be rejected was unprecedented. If word got out, it would shock the secular world, and many might not believe that anyone would refuse such a vast legacy.Conal displayed a bitter expression, then earnestly pleaded: "Grand Patriarch Jake, I understand my request may be impolite. I am old and facing turbulent times in the family. I have lost the will to deal with worldly matters and have decided to retire to the mountains.""In the younger generation of the James family, there's no one el