Chapter 252 Hidden Agendas
Caspian looked unassuming despite his youth.
Although not clad in luxurious clothes, he exuded a commanding presence!
“Why has the head of the Landor family sought me out?” Caspian asked Georgie.
“Mr. Lynch, we, the Landor family, seek your aid!” Georgie respectfully requested.
Caspian maintained his silence, his eyes showing no hint of emotion.
“Mr. Lynch, the true intention behind Galecrest’s martial arts competition is to recruit adept martial experts. Their ultimate goal is to eliminate the Eight Noble Lineages and target Easton. Galecrest has evil motives!” Georgie hastily explained.
Upon hearing this, Caspian swiftly understood.
There was no room for two dominant forces.
The strength of the Eight Noble Lineages should not be underestimated. For Galecrest to establish supremacy in Naporia, they had to remove all opposing forces.
Georgie’s visit to him now made perfect sense.
“I fail to see why I should help you. What do I gain from this?” Caspian smiled.
At his words, Georgie paused, seemingly anticipating Caspian’s response.
“Mr. Lynch, Galecrest is our common foe. We should unite against them. Once Galecrest gains strength, its next move will be to eliminate all its enemies, including the Eight Noble. Lineages, the Celestial Sanctum, and, of course, you,” Georgie calmly explained.
His words made sense.
However, Caspian didn’t see Galecrest as a threat.
“Are you representing only the Landor family or all eight prestigious families?” Caspian asked.
“I… I’ve been secretly chosen as a representative by the other seven families. But we’ve reached an agreement and hope you can help us.” Georgie hesitated.
In such circumstances, no family would willingly seek external aid. If Galecrest found out, the repercussions would be severe.
Hence, the Landor family was tasked to negotiate with Caspian.
Despite being nominally ranked fourth, their actual strength lay at the bottom.
Caspian roughly understood Georgie’s intent. He was merely a scapegoat.
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The Eight Noble Lineages sought collaboration but feared repercussions. Thus, they came up with such a clever strategy!
Seeing Caspian’s silence, both Melvin and Georgie nervously swallowed.
If he declined, they would undoubtedly be destroyed by Galecrest!
“I can work with you,” Caspian calmly stated after sipping his coffee.
“Thank you, Mr. Lynch!”
Melvin and Georgie were overjoyed at Caspian’s agreement.
“However, I have a condition,” Caspian added.
Both Melvin and Georgie looked at each other and said carefully, “Mr. Lynch, please speak.”
“We can join forces, but you must follow my orders!” Caspian stated..
Melvin had no objections to this request.
He knew Caspian’s ability and believed in his leadership.
Georgie, however, hesitated.
“Mr. Lynch, we have no objections!” Melvin hurriedly said, nudging Georgie discreetly.
“That’s settled then. You can leave and wait for further instructions,” Caspian said calmly.
“You may leave,” Sylvia added.
Afterward, Melvin and Georgie left the room.
As their footsteps faded, Sylvia asked,
feels like they just want to use your aspian, is it necessary to cooperate with them? It
help against Galecrest.”
“Do you think I haven’t noticed? They push forth the weakest family, which indicates their lack of sincerity. But it’s fine. They might know a bit about Naporia’s situation. I’ll regard them as spies. In this world, everyone will use one another to gain benefits.” Caspian chuckled.
Hearing this, Sylvia nodded.
She didn’t have much thought as her primary concern was Caspian’s safety.
As for those strategies, it wasn’t her forte.
Meanwhile, at the Galecrést headquarters….
“Sir! There’s bad news! Our sources found out that Caspian has arrived in Naporia. The head of the Celestial Sanctum, Melvin, and Georgie, the head of the Landor family, went to the hotel
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Cole.
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Cole remained unbothered upon hearing this.
However, Wylie seemed uneasy.
“Sir! The Celestial Sanctum and the Eight Noble Lineages in Naporia might have formed an alliance. We need to act! The martial arts competitions begin tomorrow. Who knows what they might do?” Wylie interjected.
“No worries. I’ve long known the Eight Noble Lineages wouldn’t sit idly by. But our priority is to recruit more martial artists. Once Galecrest is filled with elite experts, wiping them out will be as easy as pie,” Cole said disdainfully.
“But
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Wylie began to speak but was promptly interrupted by Cole.
“Billy!”
Billy, who was standing behind Wylie, was startled when Cole called him.
“Yes, sir?” Billy asked nervously.
“Billy, there’s an opportunity for you!” Cole smiled.
Billy looked tense, waiting for his words.
“Go to Easton and let the Four Noble Lineages know that Galecrest can assist them in taking down the Celestial Sanctum. As long as they cooperate, Easton will belong to them,” Cole
ordered.
Both Wylie and his son were shocked.
Their aim in joining Galecrest was to reclaim their dominion in Easton.
Cole’s actions were supporting other forces in Easton. Wasn’t this breaking their previous agreement?
“Sir…” Wylie urgently spoke.
“Wylie, don’t panic. This is a temporary plan. Internal conflicts among the forces in Easton might work in our favor. When you return to Easton, things will be much easier for you.” Cole waved his hand dismissively.
Wylie fell silent. He couldn’t believe Cole.
Such a scheming person like him was always unpredictable.
He dared not say much while relying on someone else’s support.
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“What’s the matter? Billy, you don’t want to do it?” Cole asked coldly.
“Sir, my injuries haven’t fully healed, and my skills are average. I fear I may not handle such a responsibility.” Billy hesitated.
Easton was in crisis, and returning now would be courting death.
“No problem. I’ll send a capable assistant with you! Night Shadow!” Cole called out. Soon, a sinister–looking man emerged from the inner hall.
