A Man Like None Other

Jared holding Jaime’s token undoubtedly meant he was a high-ranking foreign official from the general’s mansion, someone far above the reach of ordinary guards like them.

When the three guards suddenly stepped aside and respectfully apologized to Jared, Niel was utterly baffled.

“What are you doing? Arrest him already!” Niel roared.

His voice echoed through the quiet streets, grating on everyone’s ears.

“Mr. Niel, we apologize, but he possesses General Jaime’s token. He’s a foreign official under General Jaime and hasn’t violated the curfew. We have no authority to arrest him,” one of the guards explained.

Niel froze upon hearing this. He stared at Jared in disbelief.

Meanwhile, Jared walked past Niel, holding the token with a faintly provocative gaze.

“D*mn it! No wonder this guy managed to get out of prison. Jaime must be behind this. It’s an open challenge to our family! I’ll report this to Father. There’s no way we’re letting this slide!”

seethed, storming off in

in the middle of a heated argument with her recently released

flushed with anger, and she was on

dark, and we can’t leave

went straight to the inn to find Mia. Seeing her brother safe made Mia overjoyed. She had planned for the two of them

for Jared and had no

a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Don’t be foolish. If we can establish a connection with Jared, we’ll never have to worry about anything again. I don’t care how you feel about him. You need to find a way to make him

his eyes filled

clearly had great faith

Ezio had learned about Jared’s affairs, including the celestial crystal vein

to align himself

was real, following Jared would guarantee

any use to Jared with their limited strength. In fact, they’d only be a burden. Jared

having Mia sleep with