Robin's expression darkened as he read the information sent by the Dark Web Intelligence Center.
In this world, there would always be some fools rushing to their death.
The Nevilles are loyal and righteous—how could they be threatened or humiliated by scoundrels?
When I suffered in Snow Valley, the Nevilles would rather face the world as enemies than leave me to fight alone.
Tristan died because of me.
Now, when Tristan's descendants are being schemed against, how can I stand by and do nothing?
Besides, I still carry the title of Jane's master.
Anyone who insults a disciple of Divine Drakebane will die.
"Joanna, Ms. Eira." Robin put down his phone.
"We have to go to the Nevilles' residence; they're being threatened by scoundrels.
"Anyone who harms my people will face the annihilation of their entire clan!"
Joanna nodded. "Alright. Whatever decision you make, we support it!
"The Nevilles helped us when you were in your most desperate situation.
"Now they've been betrayed. We have to go save them."
Eira nodded. "Mr. Ramsey, I'll follow your lead."
Joanna glanced at Robin, seeing him lost in thought, his gaze distant.
"Brother, are you thinking of calling Shirley?"
Robin gave a faint smile. "Joanna, you've figured me out.
"Yes, I want to tell Shirley that I've been worrying her. It's been hard on her.
"Mr. Dunn Sr. passed away, and I should have been there for her, but I wasn't.
"When I was in Snow Valley, she and the Dunns suffered public criticism because of me.
"I'm not afraid of any enemy, yet I've failed to protect her. I feel ashamed."
Joanna sent the video link to Robin. "Shirley's been waiting for you on the video call."
Robin laughed. "You have everything ready? Stop teasing me!"
Eira and Joanna shared a knowing smile.
"How could I not know what you're thinking? Go ahead and talk to Shirley."
On the video call, Shirley was smiling radiantly, like a flower.
She just smiled, saying nothing.
Robin watched Shirley, her eyes full of happy tears and that silly grin, and he couldn't help but smile as well.
There were so many things he wanted to say.
At that moment, neither of them could say a word.
They both knew that there were too many things to say, or perhaps nothing needed to be said.
The two of them just smiled at the video for a while, before Robin finally spoke, "Shirley, I could go back right now. But the Nevilles are in trouble, and Jane is in danger. I have to go save her."
Shirley nodded. "Robin, whatever decision you make, I'll support you.
"Grandpa always told me that in life, you can lose everything, but never lose loyalty and friendship.
"Even a small favor should be repaid with great gratitude.
"Go do what you need to do!
"Just remember, I'll always be here in Harmonfield waiting for you!"
...
The southernmost part of Draconia, nestled between Mendell, Thanagard, and Lastor, was a dense jungle region.
For centuries, it had been home to a group of mysterious ancient martial arts families.
This ancient martial arts world existed independently from the real world.
The people here continued to follow the primitive customs of the ancient martial arts era.
There were about 100 families within this isolated region.
They upheld the most primal social order, where the strong dominate.
Every year, the family martial arts competition determined the distribution of resources and the exchange of power.
For the past 50 years, several powerful members of the Nevilles had held the position of the strongest in the martial arts world, maintaining their dominance.
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