Wind remained unfazed, maintaining his polite and professional demeanor."Mr. Duncan, the MacCoinnich family does not lack manpower. Losing or gaining a few individuals means nothing at all. However, by passing up the chance to return to the family, you are essentially throwing away your own future."In Wind’s eyes, while the MacCoinnich family wasn't the only great clan out there, they were at least a major power. When an invitation like this was extended, even men of significant influence would be shaken. He assumed Duncan was merely putting on an act of pride."A member of the MacCoinnich family? And yet the family can say people are as interchangeable as commodities? I truly don't understand how those fools can remain loyal to you.""I am warning you: stop bothering my family and me. Otherwise, the MacCoinnich family will face consequences they cannot possibly endure."With that, Duncan hung up, not giving Wind a chance to utter another w

"Doesn't the MacCoinnich family have any new tricks? Claiming a lost relative is such a cliché way to repay a debt. What is their real motive for going to City Neon this time?"Anna Templeton curled her lips in disdain.In truth, the Templeton family wasn't significantly more prominent than the MacCoinnichs; they were roughly on equal footing. However, ever since the MacCoinnich elder had become bedridden, the family had produced almost no exceptional talent.Sustaining their current status was already a struggle for the younger generation. Liam MacCoinnich, the direct heir, wasn't held in high regard by the clan, and James MacCoinnich—the "MacCoinnich young master" they often spoke of—was nothing more than a profligate playboy.After this upcoming wedding, the MacCoinnich family would likely no longer be able to stand on the same level as the Templetons and the Vaughns."My lady, the MacCoinnichs claim they are searching for a l

Duncan stepped out with a grim, ashen face, causing Michael to instinctively recoil a few steps."Boss Dragon... has something even more urgent happened?" Michael’s voice trembled slightly."It’s nothing," Duncan replied coldly.He quickly reined in his emotions. He knew he still had much to do. If he wanted peace without conflict, he first had to pacify the chaos. This was a path he had to continue."Speak," he urged Michael."Ah... well, someone named Ryan MacCoinnich from the MacCoinnich family is up to something shady. I don’t know how, but Edward has agreed to follow the MacCoinnichs.""Furthermore, people from the Vaughn and Templeton families of the North are also heading to City Neon. Many factions are scouting for the whereabouts of the God of War and the Boss Dragon."Michael was somewhat surprised. It was understandable that these families were looking for Boss Dragon, but searching for the God of War... t

Duncan looked at Edward. Edward’s posture made it clear his mind was made up; no one could stand in his way."You...""Mr. MacCoinnich... I am Edward. I want you to keep the word you just gave," Edward spoke with resolve.A triumphant laugh erupted from the other end of the line."I knew you were a smart man. Good. I will make the arrangements." With that, Ryan MacCoinnich hung up, giving Edward no chance to say another word.This was exactly the outcome he had hoped for."See that, Wind? I told you. Interests are always the bait humans will snap at," Ryan said smugly, leaning back comfortably against the car seat."First, stage a scene. Give the entire family new identities. Aside from our own clan and the subordinates involved in the kidnapping, no one else has seen Edward except us. Take the whole family North," Ryan said, pulling out a cigar.Wind felt that while this method was a bit old-fashioned, it would likely re

City Neon,Duncan had not returned home for several days. He knew he wasn't ready to face Kate Worthington yet.He was unsure of how to handle the situation, so he decided staying at Cloud-Mist Mountain for a while was for the best.Nathan understood Duncan well enough to grasp the situation. He asked no questions, spending his days playing chess and conversing with Mr. White.Bunny was visibly overjoyed by Duncan’s stay. She spent her days preparing delicious meals and looking after his every need with meticulous care.Watching Bunny’s behavior, her mother Gabrielle and her brother Nick were left wide-eyed. Usually, they weren't treated with such enthusiastic hospitality."Mr. MacCoinnich, look. I’ve steeped some tea today using morning dew, and I made these cakes myself. Please, try some."Bunny hovered around Duncan with a bright smile."Mm," Duncan replied curtly.But Bunny wasn't bothered. She knew