Starting With an SSS-Rank Swordsmanship Talent

Jeffrey clicked his tongue in annoyance.

What a spineless coward!

“Listen here, Sir Anthony. We were only protecting our client’s property earlier so please allow us to leave. We don’t wish to be involved in this matter anymore.” Jeffrey didn’t want to work with Charles anymore.

Following a spineless bastard like this won’t do us any good.

Anthony didn’t respond immediately. He looked at the old man, William, and asked. “What do you think, Sir William? Should we let them go?”

Jeffrey nervously stared at the old man.

Feeling everyone’s gazes on them, Charles felt ashamed. He didn’t forget to glare at Jeffrey, but the latter didn’t even glance at him.

“I’m sorry, but I can’t let you guys go,” William muttered while shaking his head.

Hearing this, Jeffrey frowned. “Old man, you may be stronger than me, but that doesn’t mean I’m afraid of you. If it really comes to that, then we won’t hold back anymore.”

Everyone’s gazes tightened upon hearing his words.

No one has died on either side as of the moment so the situation was still salvageable, but if the mercenaries were to fight aggressively, things would end differently.

William furrowed his eyebrows. He didn’t want unnecessary bloodshed.

Is there no other way?

“Hold on!” Anthony opened his mouth, putting the situation to a temporary standstill.

Everyone turned their gazes at him, wondering what he was about to say.

“Jeffrey, I know that you are only doing this for the money and there’s no bad blood between us. Let’s all calm down and talk this out.” Anthony lowered his halberd to show that he didn’t want things to escalate.

“I’m listening. Go on.” Jeffrey also lowered his polearm.

“Thank you.” Anthony cleared his throat. His next words would decide the fate of everyone in this mansion and this weighed heavily on his shoulders.

After gathering his composure, he spoke. “Why don’t we all take a step back here? We need to bring you to North Pine Town since you are involved with Charles. Please cooperate with us and I promise you that I will speak up for your group. I’m sure the Silverswords will understand your situation.”

Jeffrey’s face darkened as he pondered deeply.

“Don’t even think about betraying me, Jeffrey!” Charles could no longer hold back his rage when he saw that Jeffrey was planning to back out. Without his mercenary group, his chances of escaping would be slim.

“I paid you so you must-“

“Noisy!” William slapped Charles into unconsciousness, making him unable to finish his words.

Everyone was terrified of the old man’s power. Even Gerard was afraid to make a move.

Charles was an Elite Knight, but a person like him actually collapsed after one slap to the head.

“Decide immediately.” William stared deeply at Jeffrey, making the latter flinch in trepidation.

Ehem!

Jeffrey looked away from the old man and turned his gaze back to Anthony. “Can you guarantee our safety?” He asked hesitantly.

He had no choice but to compromise. Forcing their way out would result in heavy casualties and they might even be branded as criminals. If that happens, they would be forced to leave the city.

Anthony nodded and reassured him. “You have my word. As long as you’re not too deeply involved with Charles, I will speak up for your group.”

Jeffrey let out a heavy sigh. He scanned the faces of his subordinates before he helplessly nodded. “Fine. We will follow you to North Pine Town.”

“You made a wise decision, my friend.” Anthony was relieved. He then signaled his subordinates to lower their weapons.

Jeffrey also sent a signal to his men to retract their weapons.

Gerard knew that the situation was no longer in their favor so he could only follow suit.

Seeing that the situation had finally been settled, William grabbed the unconscious Charles and said. “Let’s go.”

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Under William’s lead, Vale’s city guards escorted the mercenaries and Charles’s subordinates towards North Pine Town.

By the time they arrived at the town, it was already evening.

At this moment, Alaric was outside the main mansion, anxiously looking at the time limit of the mission details on the cyan screen.

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Mission: Revenge II

Mission Difficulty: Normal

You have gathered enough evidence to destroy your uncle’s reputation. Bring him down!

Time Limit: 6:39:21

Rewards: 400 Battle Points, 25 EXP, 25 Stat Points, Item Upgrade Card x1

Penalty for failure: – 50 EXP, – 1000 Battle Points

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I only have six hours left. When are they coming?

Just then, he suddenly saw a warrior on horseback rushing towards him with an urgent look.

The warrior pulled the reins when he was only a few meters away from Alaric and as soon as his horse stopped, he jumped down and saluted.

“My lord, they are here!” He reported with a serious face.

“Good!” Alaric’s eyes lit up upon hearing this.

“Did they capture the target?” He asked.

The warrior nodded. “Yes, my lord.”

Alaric breathed a sigh of relief.

“Well done. You may leave.” He waved his hand.

The warrior bowed and jumped back to his mount.

Hiya!

Alaric watched the warrior leave with a smile on his face.

I must report this to Dad and Mom.

He quickly headed inside the mansion to inform his parents about the situation.

A moment later, he arrived at his father’s study room.

“What happened? Why are you in such a hurry?” Lucas raised an eyebrow when he saw Alaric impatiently walking inside.

“Dad, they’re here!” Alaric responded.

Lucas narrowed his eyes. “I see.”

He stood up, arranged his clothes, and nodded at Alarix. “Let’s go see them.”

“Yes, my lord.”

The father and son stepped out of the room.

On their way down, Alaric asked. “Where is Mom?”

“She went out with Harris to investigate the stores that your Uncle had manipulated. I sent Warrick to protect them so they will be fine.” Lucas responded.

Alaric could rest easy with his mother taking care of the issues about their stores. She was the expert in this area. Not to mention that Harris was with her.