A Man Like None Other

Billy was stunned when he saw Jared preparing to attack. His energy surged as he readied himself to retaliate. But the moment Jared’s aura enveloped him, Billy froze in shock.

His eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at Jared. The overwhelming aura Jared had just released vanished as quickly as it had appeared. Billy’s expression shifted from caution to sheer excitement.

Noticing the change, Mia hesitated before asking, “Mr. Hickman, is something wrong?”

“You… You’re…” Billy started, his finger trembling as he pointed at Jared, but he stopped himself before finishing. He took a deep breath and turned to Mia. “Mia, could you step out for a moment? I need to speak with him privately.”

Mia’s brows furrowed in confusion. “Mг. Hickman, you must believe me! Jared isn’t from the city lord mansion. There’s no reason to doubt him!”

She misunderstood Billy’s intentions, thinking he still saw Jared as a threat.

“Mia, could you step out for a bit? We need to have a private discussion. Everything will be fine,” Jared said, his tone calm but firm.

As soon as the door closed behind her, Jared raised his hand and moved his fingers in precise patterns. In an instant, several array runes materialized, forming a complex

set up was far more

display, his initial wariness replaced with elation. “Sir, I

It was this realization

of humans,

as he studied Billy. “Why are you hiding in Beast City, and

out a weary

allied with the demons and formed a rebel force to fight against the beast race’s

paused before continuing, “As for me, I deal in celestial crystals here in Beast City to exploit the price difference and fund the rebel force. The city lord mansion controls the crystal supply, purchasing them at

then asked Jared, “Where did this celestial crystal in your possession come

shook his head.

shock and disbelief. “Who did you take it from? You