Edward turned his gaze towards the woman and offered a warm smile, understanding her frustration. However, instead of apologizing or making a counter-offer, he decided to address her concerns in another way. "To be honest, today is a special day for this woman beside me, and I want to make it memorable for her. So, here's what I propose instead. Let's put an end to the bidding war and any hard feelings. Please name your price, and I'll pay whatever amount necessary to compensate you. This way, none of us will incur any losses."The room fell into a brief silence, and the other couples exchanged glances, processing Edward's unexpected offer. It was a generous gesture that caught them off guard, considering the escalating bidding war they had been engaged in.The woman from the older couple, her features softening, looked at Edward and Adele, contemplating their proposition. After a moment, she spoke with a hint of appreciation in her voice, "That's a generous offer, young man. We appre

Lee's hands trembled, and a look of fear and concern washed over his face. He quickly holstered his pistol and stepped back, creating some distance between himself and Edward.The crowd, including Anthony Wong himself, stood frozen in shock at the sight of Lee, the ruthless hitman, displaying such an unexpected reaction. Anthony's eyes narrowed, his face contorted with a mix of anger and confusion. He couldn't fathom why Lee, a man who had carried out countless orders to kill without hesitation, would be so fearful of an old man, no matter how respected he was.Anthony stepped forward, his voice dripping with malice. "Lee, what is the meaning of this? Why do you hesitate? I command you to kill this man! Now!"Lee's voice quivered slightly as he struggled to find an explanation that wouldn't further incite Anthony's wrath. "Boss... I... He's..."Anthony's anger intensified, his brows furrowing deeply. "What nonsense is this, Lee? I've never heard of any butler causing such fear in you.

The room buzzed with anticipation as the weight of Adele's words settled upon Anthony. The crowd, once curious observers, now held their breath, eager to witness the unmasking of a man who had thought himself invincible.Anthony's legs felt weak beneath him as he struggled to comprehend the magnitude of the punishment. The shame and suffering that would accompany the revelation of his darkest secrets was almost unbearable to contemplate.With all eyes on him, Anthony's mind raced, grappling with the enormity of Adele's request. The weight of his dark deeds bore down on him like an insurmountable burden, threatening to crush him under its intensity. He knew that unveiling the truth would lead to his own destruction, but there was no escape now.He knew all too well the reputation of the Windsor family, the enigmatic force that had built an empire upon the strength of their secrecy. Whispers of their ability to uncover any hidden truth, to expose the most guarded secrets, had spread thr

Edward nodded politely and stepped into the house, his eyes scanning the cozy interior. The living room exuded a sense of comfort and familiarity, adorned with family photographs and mementos of a life well-lived. The scent of freshly brewed tea lingered in the air, adding to the inviting atmosphere."We've been expecting you, sir," the man said, leading Edward to a cozy sitting area. "Please, have a seat."Edward's mind briefly registered a flicker of confusion as the man referred to himself using the word "we" instead of "I." It struck him as odd, but he chose to suppress his curiosity and assumed a cautious demeanor. He followed the man's lead, settling himself onto the plush cushions of a comfortable armchair.As Edward made himself comfortable, he couldn't help but notice the man's swift movement towards a nearby table lamp. In a sudden, unexpected motion, the man twisted the lamp, and instantaneously, the area where they sat began to descend. Edward's eyes widened in surprise a

"Me?" Edward's surprise deepened. He hadn't anticipated that his abilities would be known to the White Zodiac, let alone be the cause of such commotion. "Why do they want to see my abilities? What do they expect from me? And North Pole?"Edith let out a resigned sigh. "The White Zodiac is seeking answers, dear. They want to uncover the truth behind Xavier's words and understand the nature and origin of your abilities. Until now, we knew that the Zodiac Files was the only source of power beyond reason. But for them, and for me personally, your abilities represent a range of possibilities, both good and bad, and we want to unravel them."Edward was gloomy. He had always regarded his abilities as a burden, something to be kept hidden and controlled. To suddenly be thrust into the spotlight, with the White Zodiac eager to explore his powers, was both terrifying and intriguing.Edith's eyes filled with pride and love as she looked at her son. She reached out and gently squeezed his hand. "