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EpilogueAt last, the four major corporate families of Ravenholt City collided in a storm of ambition, power, and betrayal. The streets and boardrooms alike became battlegrounds as each family attempted to secure dominance. Amid the chaos, the Celestial Spirit Society and the Crimson Lotus Society united under Christopher’s command. Their combined strength and careful strategy allowed them to face the Ashen Fang Alliance with unmatched precision and coordination. The alliance moved like a single force, striking swiftly and decisively, leaving Sebastian’s followers scrambling to defend their crumbling empire.Meanwhile, far from the frontlines, Ronan executed a brilliant strategy that turned the Serpent Vulture—the stronghold of the Four Corporation Families—against the Obsidian Tide. With both Gideon and Christopher away, the attack on the Obsidian Tide was overwhelming. The once-feared organization was thrown into chaos, and their defeat became inevitable. Every move was calculated
Chapter 149
Christopher smiled faintly, the curve of his lips calm yet carrying an unspoken authority.“Please,” he said, his voice smooth and unhurried, “have a seat.”At his invitation, Nathaniel and Seraphina exchanged a brief glance before moving forward. Even as they sat, there was a visible caution in their movements—they did not relax into the sofa but instead perched subtly at the edge, their backs straight, their nerves quietly on edge.Christopher’s gaze shifted slightly.“Leon,” he said, almost casually, “serve tea to our distinguished guests.”The difference in treatment was unmistakable.When Halberg and the other chairmen had come earlier, they had been made to stand, dismissed with indifference, and sent away without even the courtesy of a drink. Yet now, Christopher extended both seat and tea—an acknowledgment, not of status, but of significance.Nathaniel and Seraphina noticed it immediately.And that only deepened their unease.Leon stepped forward in silence, his movements prec
Chapter 148
On the outskirts of Ravenholt City stood an ancient estate, vast and imposing, its grounds stretching across tens of thousands of square meters. Tall iron gates guarded its entrance, while layers of silent security watched every corner like unseen eyes. This was the residence of the chairman of the Aurellion Consortium Group—the most mysterious and low-profile entity among Ravenholt’s six major enterprises.Inside the estate, the atmosphere was heavy with quiet authority.A man in his seventies sat on a meticulously crafted leather sofa, his back straight despite his age, his presence still carrying an unshakable weight. He wore a perfectly tailored suit, his silver hair combed neatly, his sharp eyes betraying decades of experience and calculation.This was Augustus Valecrest, the elusive chairman of the Aurellion Consortium Group.For years, he had remained hidden behind the curtain, rarely appearing in public, allowing others to underestimate him. Yet today, a faint crease had forme
Chapter 147
Sebastian fell silent for a brief moment after hearing Darius’s proposal, his expression gradually turning darker as though a storm was gathering behind his eyes, and when he finally spoke, his voice was low, heavy, and filled with cold determination. “The six major enterprises and the Obsidian Tide have already made their choice by standing with Christopher, and that alone makes them a threat that cannot be ignored. If we allow them to continue growing under his influence, they will inevitably become a menace to the Ashen Fang Alliance. Sooner or later, they must be eliminated… and since the outcome will not change, we might as well act first and wipe them out completely before they have the chance to consolidate their strength.”The hall fell into a chilling silence as his words settled in, the intent behind them clear and merciless. Then Sebastian’s gaze shifted slightly as he asked in a flat tone, “Is there any news from Ronan?”Darius quickly straightened himself despite the pain
Chapter 146
The atmosphere in the plaza shifted from chaos to an almost reverent calm, as the clamor of factions, alliances, and whispered speculations gradually faded into a hushed acknowledgment of Christopher’s newly established authority. The factions that had once questioned his presence now approached him, not with suspicion or hostility, but with a mixture of respect and cautious admiration. Members of the six Major Enterprises, the Obsidian Tide, and smaller affiliated groups came forward one by one, offering their congratulations. “Congratulations, Mr. Howe, the position of leader is well deserved!” they said in unison, their voices carrying both sincerity and the weight of acknowledgment for the man who had just reshaped the underworld hierarchy in Ravenholt City. Christopher, ever composed, offered only a faint smile, his calm demeanor a stark contrast to the excitement and tension that still lingered in the plaza. “Thank you,” he replied simply, his voice measured and devoid of arrog
Chapter 145
Just as Nathaniel remained in hesitation, weighing the consequences of his choice, Seraphina, the woman in crimson red from the Crimson Lotus Pavilion, cast him a slow, deliberate look that carried an unspoken command, a glance that cut through the uncertainty and clarified his path in an instant; Nathaniel understood immediately that if Sebastian were to assume the leadership of Ravenholt’s underground forces, the delicate balance of power that had persisted for decades would shatter in a single moment, allowing the Ashen Fang Alliance to dominate every rival faction, impose their will unchallenged, and force both the Celestial Spirit Society and the Crimson Lotus Pavilion into subservience, leaving them nothing but the hollow satisfaction of compliance while the city’s entire underground world bent to Sebastian’s ambition.Christopher, for his part, remained immaculately composed, his expression calm and unyielding, as though the swirling politics and the vast networks of influence
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