Deities: Starting From Goblins - Chapter 543
Chapter 543: Chapter 347_Ear_1
Sandy Wexler furrowed his brows. Originally, this was a matter within his own territory and he was not willing to let outsiders know and get involved. But now that Logan had asked to this extent, it would be unseemly for him to continue to be evasive. He decided to treat it as a fun story to tell.
“A week ago, Abel Scarlet, the son of the rival lord, mysteriously disappeared during his training in my city. They demanded I return him but I was not informed. I dispatched people to search the entire city, but nothing was found and there were no traces left.”
“The other party was infuriated like a thunderbolt, and announced that if he was not returned within three days, they would declare war. Tomorrow is the last day. Every person and place in the city has been checked, and there really is no Abel Scarlet. I’m just as puzzled.”
Originally, the two territories have always maintained friendly relations, and it was a mutual benefit to exchange and train between the territories. However, with this sudden incident now, a storm seems imminent. The rival lord, Cain Scarlet, is a man who keeps his word. If he says he will declare war, he will declare war.”
“I can’t hand over Abel Scarlet, no matter how much the city is searched, it remains the same. So, all we can do is prepare for war. In fact, if the two territories actually go to war, it would be a lose-lose situation, and neither side would profit.”
Jake Wexler sighed deeply, expressing his thoughts: “I have always suspected that the reason Cain Scarlet mentioned might be just a pretext? They have always eyed us covetously, and just happened to plan this incident and found a reason to attack.”
Jake believed that the reason nothing could be found in the city was because they may have already left, or even returned safely to Cain Scarlet’s side. Perhaps Cain Scarlet is intentionally using this incident to bring up charges in order to overthrow Jake’s territory.”
“Unlikely. I do know a thing or two about Cain Scarlet’s character. Although he can be ruthless, he is at least upright and forthright. And even if he needed a reason, he wouldn’t use his own son as a joke. It would be better to choose someone else from other first-class sects.”
Sandy Wexler shook his head. The disappearance of Cain Scarlet’s son must be true, and if they were to leave the city quietly, there should have been some traces. It won’t be like now, where they found nothing. He had a hunch that something must have happened to the other party’s son.
And it could possibly be within the city itself. This was a plot by someone with ulterior motives that caused the two lords to come to blows. But with so many influential families in the city, it was difficult for Sandy Wexler to suspect anyone in particular.
Logan listened attentively, suddenly smiling playfully, “Could it be Ernest Nango? Just like he tried to harm me this time. However, I have strong abilities and avoided the disaster. But it’s not the same for Abel Scarlet, he is probably already dead, his body destroyed and evidence eliminated.”
“Don’t talk nonsense! Our Nango family has always been loyal to the Lord. How could we plot to harm the rival lord’s son and make our territory take the blame? Just because the Lord treats you with a little courtesy, it does not mean you can be rampant here. The Nango family will not tolerate false accusations.”
The Nango Family Master exploded when he heard this, and retorted fiercely: “Lord, you certainly cannot believe what Logan is saying here. In so many years, our integrity has been visible to you. Any family in the city can be a suspect, but it certainly isn’t us.”
“I trust you naturally.” The Lord waved him off and laughed lightly, telling the Nango Family Master not to be anxious. After all, what Logan said was just an off-the-cuff remark. The Nango family was still one of his confidants, they wouldn’t benefit from harming him.
However, Jake Wexler did not share the Lord’s trust in the Nango family. On the contrary, Logan’s casual comment had aroused his suspicion. Could it be the same as what Logan said? Otherwise, Jake couldn’t think of which family in the city would dare to harm them like this behind the scenes.
The Nango family had been expanding their influence for many years, acting recklessly relying on the lord’s favor, even Jake himself had shown them more tolerance. He swore to himself that he must investigate this. If it really was the Nango family who did this, they’d better be prepared for his revenge!
If the mastermind behind this is found, not only can a war between the two lords be avoided, he could also prevent the people of both territories from suffering from the chaos of war. With this in mind, Jake felt he couldn’t delay any longer. He saluted the Lord, saying he was tired and would leave first.
The Lord just waved his hand. After Jake left, he immediately rushed to the prison. At this time, Ernest Nango, who had been stripped of his powers, should not have left the Lord’s Manor yet. If he went to interrogate him, he might gain something.
At this time, Ernest Nango was lying on the ground, his eyes were dull and he had already given up hope. After his powers were stripped away, he knew that his life was over. From now on, he could only be an ordinary person, even if his family and father were powerful, it couldn’t change his fate.
The Nango family could definitely protect him, but what about those of the same generation within the family? They would definitely look down on him, and even eye the position of Young Master enviously. The elders would not let a useless person inherit the position of Family Head. Even if his father could protect him for a while, his father would also leave one day.
Ernest Nango suddenly laughed out loud, his smile filled with madness. “I shouldn’t have done it. I don’t regret having killed people secretly over the years. What I regret is that I’m weak, and regret provoking people I shouldn’t have. How good would it be if I could start over?”
“You’ve made mistake after mistake, but now you have a chance to make amends. The Lord has already looked into Abel Scarlet’s disappearance, and it seems to be connected to you. He just doesn’t want to make it public due to the solemnity of the situation, and let me investigate it first. I hope you can be honest.”
