A Man Like None Other

In a cold voice, Claude said to Ezio, “Step back. Didn’t you hear what Mr. Chance said?”

Ezio was utterly speechless, but all he could do was find somewhere else to go.

Jared made his way to the ancient tree. Staring up at its towering height that pierced the clouds, he was utterly awestruck.

That was because Jared seemed incredibly insignificant under this ancient tree.

Jared gently caressed the tree trunk, not rushing his investigation. After all, he was uncertain whether there truly was an arcane array within that tree.

If he were to recklessly probe with his spiritual sense and actually alert the people at the city lord mansion, he would truly be in hot water.

He reckoned not many people knew the secret of that ancient tree.

If Jared were to find out about the secret, those people would surely not let him out of prison.

careful look at the

Claude hurriedly

they keeping

not imprisoned!” Claude

looked surprised. “In that case, why

specifically assigned to guard this ancient tree and prevent anyone from

there guards in the prison? Could it be that those guards aren’t capable of watching over the ancient tree?

confused. He couldn’t comprehend why, despite the presence of guards in the prison,

is under the jurisdiction of General Cian. The ancient tree within the prison is actually the heart of the entire city lord mansion. That’s why General Jaime specifically assigned me to guard the ancient tree. Now, the prison guards are keeping an eye on us, and we’re keeping an eye on them.

Cian? General Jaime? What’s all this about? Are

was somewhat puzzled by

realizing that Jared truly didn’t understand. Hence, he asked, “Mr.

forests surrounding Beast City. This is

they keep each other in check, trusting no one but themselves! I’m a foreign official to General Jaime, stationed here in the prison to guard the ancient tree, all on General Jaime’s orders. The guards of this prison don’t share our sentiments. On the contrary, Captain Ricky has always