After hearing the familiar name, Caleb’s head snapped up, his eyes locking onto the middle-aged man. A chill ran down his spine, his body going rigid as if struck by lightning. His mouth hung slightly open, and for a long moment, he was frozen, unable to process what he had just heard.“Mr... Mr. Williams?” Caleb stammered, his voice cracking with disbelief. His heart hammered in his chest, the words barely escaping his lips.Williams, the man who had once been the equal of Mr. James, the legendary figure in Springfield, offered a faint, almost imperceptible smile. It wasn’t one of warmth or camaraderie. It was knowing, almost amused, as if he found Caleb’s surprise somewhat childish.“Hehe, looks like Mr. Williams still remembers me!” he said, his tone light yet filled with an underlying layer of menace that made everyone present feel a sudden weight on their shoulders.He turned his gaze across the room, eyeing everyone with a look that could freeze water. “I thought that everyone ha

“Ah…”Amelia’s scream pierced the air as she instinctively shut her eyes, paralyzed by fear.In that very moment, blood splattered.However, to her shock, the blade didn’t slash across her face as she had feared. Instead, it buried itself deep into Ethan's back.In the blink of an eye, just as Williams lunged to attack again, Richard surged forward, throwing himself between them and using his body as a shield to protect Amelia.“Ugh…”The sharp pain seared through Richard's body, causing him to gasp. He staggered, his breath ragged from the sudden injury.Amelia’s eyes widened in disbelief as she stared at Richard. She had never imagined that he would risk his life to protect her like this.“Ethan… are… are you okay? Are you out of your mind?” Amelia’s eyes filled with tears as she rushed to his side, her voice cracking with concern.Richard lifted his head, forcing a strained smile through the agony. He whispered, his voice almost a whisper, “If that knife had hit your face… how could

Maya had an ulterior motive to reveal Richard's identity to everyone that day, and Richard was well aware of her manipulative intentions. As the situation unfolded, it became clear to him that Maya wasn't interested in a simple confrontation. She wanted to force Richard into a corner, expose him to his loved ones, and watch the chaos unfold. But despite her cruel strategy, Richard's focus was unshakable. There was nothing more important to him than the safety of Amelia. He would sacrifice anything, even his own secrecy, if it meant saving her. If it came down to revealing his identity to everyone, exposing himself to even greater dangers—he was prepared to do whatever it took to protect her.Maya hadn't come alone, of course. She had brought some of her men along with Mr. Williams, all of them ready to carry out her dark plan. Richard, with his sharp instincts, easily figured out their true intention. They had surrounded the entire area with their men, their presence a looming threat t

A moment later, Fabian and James drove away, their luxurious cars disappearing into the distance, leaving only a trail of dust behind them. The onlookers, who had been eagerly watching at the entrance of the restaurant, began to disperse, their faces filled with a mix of awe and confusion. It was clear that the two powerful figures of Springfield had left the scene, and with their departure, there was no reason for the crowd to stay any longer.As the last of the onlookers faded from view, the weight of the day’s events settled over the town. Although the people had left, the events that transpired would spread like wildfire, and soon, everyone would know what had happened at Sky Town. Richard knew that, too. The truth was out now, and there was no going back.After a moment of reflection, Richard turned and saw that Amelia was still standing by the door, her figure outlined against the fading light of the day. Without hesitation, he walked over to her, the heavy silence between them l

Caleb drove Richard back to Springfield, the journey stretching out in silence, each passing mile further deepening the sense of isolation that Richard now felt. He had decided that it was time to step away from Amelia and her family, to give himself space to reflect on everything that had happened. It wasn’t just the truth about his identity that had torn everything apart—it was the betrayal, the lies, the emotional weight of the situation that now hung over him like a suffocating cloud.However, Richard didn’t return to his apartment when they reached Springfield. Instead, he instructed Caleb to take him to the villa he had bought from Ever-Crest Real Estate, a grand property in the heart of Springfield. The villa was everything Richard had ever dreamed of, yet it felt foreign to him. It was the perfect embodiment of the wealth he had inherited but never truly embraced. The villa boasted sprawling gardens, a sparkling swimming pool, and an array of entertainment facilities. It was th