“What else can we do? Of course, we have to go to the Murray residence to seek an explanation!” Dexton exclaimed.
“However, didn’t Mr. Gallegos say not to mess with Jared? Otherwise, he’d strip me of my title as the prodigy!”
Although Aziel was known for his unpredictable temper and his ruthless propensity for violence, when it came to Radmus Gallegos, was completely obedient. He didn’t dare to go against Radmus’ wishes.
“We’re just seeking justice from the Murray family, not bothering with Jared. If Jared decided to step forward on his own, then it would no longer be our fault.”
Dexton’s eyes were filled with murderous intent. “We’ll bring more people. If Jared behaves himself, then fine. But if dares to meddle in the Murray family’s affairs, we’ll settle all scores!”
“All right!” Aziel nodded in agreement.
At the Murray residence’s meeting hall, with a cold expression, Douglas forcefully dismissed everyone, deciding that there was no need to continue the meeting.
Just as Douglas was about to speak, the sky outside the meeting hall suddenly darkened. More than a dozen figures in gray robes descended upon them like an oppressive storm cloud.
Dexton, who was leading the group, stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his gaze sweeping ominously over the crowd in the hall before finally resting on Douglas’ face.
Douglas’ pupils abruptly constricted. His Adam’s apple bobbed as took two steps forward, the soles of his shoes scraping against the blue stone tiles, creating a grating sound.
He forced himself to remain composed as raised his hand in a courteous gesture, yet his voice betrayed a subtle tremble. “Mr. Draycott, Mr. Aldwych, your esteemed presence brings honor to the Murray family…”
“Brings honor?” Dexton scoffed coldly.
With a swift flick of his sleeve, whipped up a gust of wind, abruptly cutting off Douglas’ words.
He approached swiftly, each stride seeming to tread upon Douglas’ heart. “Douglas, your family sure has some nerve!”
Aziel closely followed behind, his face ashen like a blade tainted with poison. His gaze upon Jemima was so intense that it was as if wanted to pierce right through her.
His wounds, inflicted by Jared, were still faintly throbbing with pain. His anger at this moment caused a surge of bloodshot in his eyes.
“Jemima, you really are something!”
Douglas was drenched in cold sweat. Out of the corner of his eye, noticed the girl hiding behind Jared. Gritting his teeth, said, “Mr. Draycott, there’s… There’s been a misunderstanding…”
“Misunderstanding?!” Dexton suddenly raised his hand, channeling his spiritual energy into a whip-like form that lashed out at the hall’s pillar. The burst of flying debris startled everyone, causing them to hastily retreat.
He pointed at Douglas’ nose. “How could there be a misunderstanding about the marriage agreement with Heavenfall Pavilion? Let me ask you this. Has Jemima dual cultivated with this stray?”
His words landed like a heavy hammer within the hall, causing an immediate uproar among the higher-ups of the Murray family. They hadn’t anticipated that Heavenfall Pavilion would somehow be privy to this matter.
Cadmus’ eyes sparkled as seized the opportunity to step forward slightly. A sinister smile played at the corners of his lips.
Douglas’ face was as pale as a sheet, and staggered back half a step, his fist clenched tightly under his sleeve to keep himself from falling.
He didn’t dare to look at Jemima, but had no choice but to speak up. “Yes, it’s true… But Mr. Draycott, this was own decision. The Murray family really had no way to stop her…”
“No way to stop her?!” Aziel was livid, his fingertips emanating a mysterious blue flame. “Someone has slept with the woman who belongs to me, and you’re telling me you couldn’t stop her?!”
The flame slammed into the ground with a resounding sound, instantly scorching a charred hole into it. “Today, I will erase the Murray family from existence!”
Aziel’s words had the members of the Murray family trembling with fear.
They knew Heavenfall Pavilion was truly enraged. Otherwise, so many experts wouldn’t have shown up.
“Please calm down, Mr. Aldwych!” Cadmus stepped forward and said, “This matter was entirely orchestrated by Douglas. It has nothing to do with the rest of us in the Murray family!”
Dexton turned to Cadmus and asked, “But he’s the head of the Murray family. If ordered you to attack Heavenfall Pavilion, would you not obey?”
The two of them were clearly putting on a performance, each knowing the other’s secrets, yet pretending to be oblivious.
Cadmus turned around to glare at Douglas, his eyes filled with stem determination. “Uncle Douglas, you’ve been incapable of managing the family affairs, allowing your daughterto tarnish our family’s reputation. You even disregarded the safety of our family!”
“Therefore, I have no choice but to prioritize our family’s interests over personal relations. From now on, I will take over as the head of the Murray family!”
