All Chapters of The King Of War Returns : Chapter 851
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Chapter 851
With a scoff, Jaden replied calmly, “Do you really think Leon Nagger scares me?”The words were simple, but they landed like a hammer.Boulder froze.For the first time since he stepped into Ironvale, doubt crept into his eyes. He stared at Jaden Rift, searching for fear, hesitation, or even caution.There was none.Only indifference.That was when Boulder finally understood something he had refused to believe all night.Jaden Rift truly was not afraid of Leon Nagger.Not even a little.At that realization, Boulder’s expression darkened. He finally understood that invoking Leon’s name was useless here. It carried no weight with the man standing before him.Zed Walker noticed it as well.He exchanged a brief glance with Jaden, and both of them smiled faintly. It was not arrogance. It was certainty.Zed raised his hand and said firmly, “Take him away.”The officers immediately moved. Boulder was dragged forward, his footsteps echoing sharply against the floor as he was escorted out of t
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Soon after that, Dero Buro assembled a band of trusted men, boarded a private plane, and headed straight for Ironvale. The trip was rushed, quiet, and deliberate.No formal notice was sent ahead.No one in Ironvale was informed.That alone showed how serious this was.When the plane landed at Ironvale Airport, there was no welcoming party, no officials, no ceremonial reception. Under normal circumstances, a vice mayor arriving would have caused a stir.This time, nothing.Dero did not head to the mayor’s residence, nor did he bother with formalities. The moment he exited the airport, he got into his car and ordered his driver to go straight to the Ironvale Investigation Unit headquarters.His objective was clear.Minutes later, a convoy of vehicles screeched to a halt in front of the Investigation Unit building.Before anyone inside could react, Dero stormed in with his men.The officer guarding the entrance was startled by the sudden intrusion. He stepped forward instinctively, ready
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Anger flashed in Dero’s eyes as he let out a cold, mocking laugh. “I already ordered him to be released,” he said arrogantly. “Who dares to suggest otherwise?”“Me!”The single word rang through the room like a blade cutting through tension.Everyone turned toward the entrance.A well-built, strikingly handsome man stepped inside with steady, unhurried strides. His posture was straight, his aura calm yet oppressive, as though the space itself bent slightly around him.It was Jaden Rift.The moment Dero saw him, his expression froze.For a split second, his mind went blank.Then recognition struck like lightning.He had met this man once before—years ago, during a high-level meeting in Northania. At the time, Dero had only been allowed to sit at the far edge of the room, barely qualified to listen, while Jaden Rift stood at the center, deciding matters that determined the fate of entire regions.The smugness on Dero’s face vanished instantly, replaced by shock, then deep-seated reveren
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The subordinates were completely dumbfounded.They had no idea what was going on anymore.Just moments ago, they had been ready to force Zed Walker to release Boulder Lancelot. Now, their own leader was scolding them in front of everyone.Still, rank was rank.No matter how confused they were, they could only obey.One by one, they stepped back and stood aside, heads lowered, not daring to say a single word.After dismissing his men, Dero adjusted his jacket and walked toward Jaden with a wide, overly polished smile. His tone softened instantly. “Mas—”Jaden raised a hand calmly, cutting him off mid-word. “You’re not my subordinate. Don’t call me that.”Dero froze for a split second.Then it clicked.Jaden did not want his identity exposed here.Dero recovered quickly, his expression smooth and respectful. “Understood. My mistake.” He nodded. “Then I should address you as Mr. Rift.”He turned, grabbed a chair, personally wiped the seat with his sleeve, and placed it neatly in front of
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Just then, Jaden turned his gaze toward Dero and spoke evenly, his voice calm but carrying weight.“Dero, since you rushed all the way here to oversee this case, you should already know how smug Boulder Lancelot is acting right now. He’s still threatening people from inside a cell. Tell me. What do you think should be done?”Dero stiffened slightly.He understood the real meaning behind that question.This was not a request for advice. It was a test.After a brief pause, Dero answered cautiously, choosing his words with care. “Mr. Rift, this matter directly involves you. I think it’s better if you decide how to handle him.”Jaden smiled faintly, the corners of his lips lifting just a little. “Since Boulder Lancelot insists on making demands, then I’ll go see him myself.”The room fell silent.Zed Walker’s heart skipped a beat, but he said nothing. Dero also did not object. He simply nodded and gestured toward the holding area.Moments later, deep inside the detention wing, Boulder Lan
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With that, Jaden motioned calmly toward the door.“Bring them in.”Dero, Zed, and the remaining officers stepped back into the room without hesitation. Their movements were careful, almost restrained, as if they were entering the territory of someone far above them.Dero straightened his posture and spoke first, his voice noticeably lower than before. “Mr. Rift. How may I assist you?”The moment those words left his mouth, Boulder Lancelot, who was slumped against the wall with shattered ribs, nearly coughed up another mouthful of blood.His eyes widened in disbelief.Assist him?Dero Buro, the vice mayor of Shadowmoor, the man Leon Nagger personally dispatched, was speaking to Jaden Rift with respect.Boulder’s mind spun.Wasn’t Dero sent here to rescue me?Wasn’t I Leon Nagger’s favorite disciple?Then why… why was everything going so wrong?Before Boulder could even piece together the answer, Jaden calmly pulled out a document and handed it to Dero.It was a death certificate.Jade
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Jaden then turned his gaze toward Dero and spoke with a faint, unreadable smile. “One more thing. My identity stays buried. If it leaks, I will hold you responsible. I do not care who talks.” The temperature in the room seemed to drop. Dero straightened instantly, fear flashing across his face before he forced himself to respond. “Rest assured, Mr. Rift. Everything that happened tonight will remain sealed. My men, Captain Walker, everyone involved. No one will speak. Your identity will not be exposed.” Jaden studied him for a brief second, then nodded. “That will do.” He turned and walked out of the Investigation Unit without another word. Dero understood perfectly. It was already past midnight when Jaden arrived home. The lights in the living room were still on. Selena, Mia, Vane, and Nora were seated together, none of them even pretending to be tired. Anxiety hung thick in the air. The moment the door opened, Selena shot to her feet. Her tense expression melte
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Dero lowered his head slightly, his posture rigid as he spoke in a steady, solemn voice.“As stated in the report, criminal suspect Boulder Lancelot attacked Jaden Rift inside the detention room. Mr. Rift acted in self-defense. Boulder was beaten to death on the spot.”The room fell into a heavy silence.Leon Nagger did not react immediately. He leaned back in his chair, fingers interlocked, eyes fixed on Dero as if trying to peel him apart layer by layer.After a moment, Leon spoke calmly, almost casually. “And you were the one who signed this document, Mr. Buro?”Dero’s jaw tightened.“Yes,” he replied after a brief pause. “I was the highest-ranking officer present. The responsibility was mine.”Leon nodded slowly, his expression unreadable.Too calm.That calm made Dero even more uneasy.Leon had noticed it from the moment Dero stepped into the room. Something was off. The man standing before him was not the Dero Buro he knew.Dero Buro was arrogant, domineering, and famously tempe
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“Haha! Interesting.” Leon laughed loudly, the sound echoing through the study. “As if Jaden Rift could hurt me. After spending so many years in the South, do you still not know who the real boss is?”His gaze was sharp, arrogant, full of authority that had been reinforced by decades of power.Dero did not hesitate. He answered immediately, his voice respectful and controlled. “Of course it’s you, Mr. Nagger.”That response pleased Leon.The tension in the room eased slightly. Leon returned to his seat, picked up his teacup, and took a slow sip. The earlier fury in his eyes faded, replaced by calculated calm.Dero, however, felt no relief.Leon might have calmed down, but the danger had not passed.Dero knew Leon well. When Leon appeared calm, it only meant he was already planning his next move.Dero could not reveal Jaden’s true identity. That line could not be crossed. But he also knew Leon would not let this matter go without answers.So he chose his words carefully.“Mr. Nagger,” D
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“Although Dero is technically of the same rank as Franklin Wilson, he belongs to the police force,” Alfred said carefully. “Compared to the army, the police naturally wield less influence. Franklin, on the other hand, comes from the North Army. That difference alone puts Dero at a disadvantage.”Leon tapped his fingers lightly against the armrest, his eyes half-lidded.“I can understand why he doesn’t want to offend Franklin,” Alfred continued. “And why he’s reluctant to cross Jaden Rift.”Leon let out a faint chuckle, one that carried no warmth. “Reluctant or not, that doesn’t change the fact that Jaden has crossed my line.”His gaze hardened.“Lawson Sultan’s son had his leg broken by Jaden,” Leon said slowly. “On top of that, the Sultan family has been eyeing the liver cancer vaccine project for a long time now. Since Lawson is already itching for revenge, I’ll give him the chance.”Leon paused, then added calmly, “Let Lawson handle Jaden now that Boulder is dead.”Alfred straighte