When Jared and Jemima stepped into the Murray residence, the sky was already approaching dusk.
Beneath the intricately carved beams and painted rafters of the entrance, dozens of figures had been waiting for quite some time.
The man at the forefront was dressed in a dark silk robe, his striking brows and bright eyes failed to conceal the underlying gloom within them.
This was indeed Jemima’s elder cousin, Cadmus.
“Jemima, so you‘ve finally decided to come back? Do you realize that because of your impulsive departure, Heavenfall Pavilion has already started pressuring our family?”
With a stride, Cadmus moved forward, his gaze sweeping over Jared.
A cold smirk tugged at the corner of his mouth. “How dare you bring home a stray? You’ve completely tarnished the Murray family’s reputation!”
Jemima’s face turned pale. Just as was about to speak, Jared had already stepped forward, speaking in a nonchalant tone.
“Cadmus, right? You’d better watch your words…”
“What do you think you are?!” In a fit of anger, Cadmus barked, “This is a matter concerning the Murray family. It’s best if you, an outsider, stay out of it!”
After Cadmus finished speaking, glared fiercely at Jemima and continued, “Because of you, the entire Murray family is now implicated in the situation with Heavenfall Pavilion! Had you not flirt around, would Mr. Aldwych be furious?”
“Shut up!” Jemima’s father, Douglas Murray, emerged from the room, raising his hand to stop Cadmus.
He looked at his daughter with a complex gaze, a mix of reproach and heartache. “Jemima, are you aware that we’ve received a message from Heavenfall Pavilion? They’ve requested… That you marry Mr. Aldwych in three days.”
“Father!” Jemima exclaimed, “I have absolutely no feelings for Aziel. This is purely a transaction! You promised me…”
Cadmus interrupted her, “Enough! The family has shielded you from troubles for so many years. Now, all we ask is for you to marry into the Heavenfall Pavilion to secure peace. Yet, you return with a stray and disrespect our family? Besides, this guy…”
Suddenly, Cadmus turned toward Jared, his gaze filled with menace.
“How can a mere Wandering Immortal Realm Level Three compare to Mr. Aldwych?” sneered.
Someone from the upper echelons of the Murray family chimed in, “Mr. Murray, we don’t know how this guy managed to charm Ms. Jemima. Now, our family is being targeted by Heavenfall Pavilion because of him, and we must punish severely!”
“Indeed! First, we‘ll cripple his cultivation, then hand over to Heavenfall Pavilion to apologize!”
The higher-ups of the Murray family were surprisingly all set against Jared.
Douglas’ face was ashen, with his hand clenched and then relaxed. Clearly, was weighing the pros and cons.
Seeing the situation, Jared suddenly chuckled. “The Murray family, reputed as a level two prestigious clan, is resorting to sacrificing their daughter’s happiness for peace? A bunch of cowards, and you dare to talk about honor and dignity?”
A high-ranking member of the Murray family abruptly stood up. “How audacious! Who do you think you are, daring to act recklessly in our family’s territory?!”
Cadmus’ face was ashen, and pointed abruptly at Jared. “Guards, teach this arrogant guy a lesson!”
Four guards from the Murray family burst forth in an instant, they were all Wandering Immortal Realm Level Three. They charged toward Jared with an overwhelming force.
He reckoned those guards were certainly more than enough to handle Jared.
“Jared, don‘t kill anyone!” Jemima wasn’t worried about Jared. She simply cautioned against taking a life. After all, these people were all from family.
Upon hearing Jemima’s words, the rest of the Murray family looked at with dissatisfaction.
It was clear that Jemima believed that the four Wandering Immortal Realm Level Three from the Murray family couldn’t defeat Jared, even when combined.
Jared gave Jemima a slight nod. He then casually waved his hand.
Boom!
The four guards were flung back as if they had hit an invisible wall, crashing heavily into the pillars of the grand hall, spitting out fresh blood.
“What?” Cadmus’ pupils suddenly contracted.
I was certain that this guy was only a Wandering Immortal Realm Level Three… How could possibly…
The rest of the Murray family was also left in shock.
This guy is merely a Wandering Immortal Realm Level Three, so how could have easily waved off four others at the same cultivation level?
Could it be that this guy is also capable of battling beyond his level?
