Edge of the Apocalypse

Chapter 297: Betrayal

"That Diego is too hateful. If it were in Adahua Planet, I would have already killed him 800 times!" Lucy said angrily.

Allen shook his head and smiled, "Diego's temperament is just like that. His accomplishments are limited." This kind of person didn't need to pay any attention to it, what was the use of just saying it so quickly? "The Grant Clan is at least a wealthy clan. Diego is not the only young man in the clan. Why can't they show off in Babylon? It's as if they want to tell others their identity and status. Diego is the only one in the clan."

Lucy said hatefully, "How many times would someone like this who only knows how to talk be thrown into our hands? From the royal family to the commoners. If you have the strength, what's the use of a false name? At most, it's just a vacancy."

Adahua Planet has a history of more than 10,000 years. With the parent planet as the leader, more than a hundred habitable planets in the entire Garter Domain were subordinate, and their influence spread throughout the entire Starfield. Naturally, what he relied on was not the skill of his lips. The foundation of Adahua Planet was truly laid out. Without this kind of atmosphere, from the commoners to the royal family, how could there be a royal family that could stand for thousands of years without collapsing in terms of strength?

Behind that, countless royal family members rushed to the battlefield one after another, using their blood and death to build the foundation of the royal family.

It was understandable that Lucy looked down on Diego.

The two of them walked back to the electric ladder. Just as the elevator door opened, a figure flashed inside and almost collided with Alan. Ellen quietly took two steps back and saw that this was a handsome youth. The light blue hair that looked like a blue wave gently moved. Alan's astonished expression was reflected in the pair of strange eyes under the bangs that changed colors with the light. The corner of the youth's mouth gradually drew a slight upward arc.

Then the two of them said at the same time, "It's you!"

Lucy, who didn't know why, only stared at him.

Alan recognized the youth. He was a slave who had escaped from Black Street, the Maritan named Edward. Later on, under the packaging of Old Oak Ward's father, he started his career as a soul singer and officially entered the entertainment industry with outstanding achievements. However, Allen had never thought that he would encounter this extraordinary star in the mercenary market.

However, Edward was dressed plainly today, presumably to conceal his identity.

Edward put away his smile. "I found you, Ellen. Yes, I finally know your name. Thanks to Wilick, otherwise I wouldn't have known you had a hunting party."

"I want to join your team, Alan!"

Castle Ugarte.

At this moment in the afternoon, the castle was as quiet as usual. However, Helen, who was standing quietly outside the study, unconsciously wiped the sweat off her forehead with her handkerchief. With the passage of time, the weather became hotter and hotter, but it wasn't enough to make people sweat. However, the oppressive atmosphere that came from the study made Steward Helsing unable to breathe. It was an invisible pressure emitted by Horn.

In the study room, there was a person who was enduring this invisible might.

Arthur lowered his head and stood on the side with his hands lowered. He had to try his best to control himself so that he wouldn't roar madly. The sun shone brightly outside the study window, but the light in the room was very dim. Horn's back was to the window, leaving behind only a silhouette of the backward light. The shadow was like a black hole, mercilessly absorbing any light. The longer he stayed, the more Arthur felt that the darkness was expanding.

It will devour the entire study, including itself.

The light suddenly brightened and Horn slowly withdrew his might. Arthur heaved a sigh of relief. He was still standing, his heart still beating. Although it jumped much faster than usual because of fear, it was still jumping.

He's alive.

There was a smile in Arthur's eyes. He had finally stepped over this first step.

"Do you know what these materials mean?" Horn spoke, and his voice seemed to come from a very far distance, illusory. But in an instant, it turned into a gale and filled Arthur's ears.

The youth nodded.

'"Arthur, I've always known that you're an extraordinary child. But now that you've taken this step, I know that I've underestimated you by a lot. It's not easy for you to do this, but you have to know that there's no turning back now. Before you made this decision, I didn't know if you ever asked yourself." Horn said in a low voice, "Is it worth it?"

Arthur raised his head and habitually pushed his glasses, "Whatever I do is worth it for the sake of the family, for the sake of Grandpa!"

"Alright, I hope you will continue to be loyal to your family. Go on, I will take care of this matter. From this quarter onwards, your family's budget will be increased by 25%. Do your best." Horn waved his hand.

Arthur left the room and nodded to Steward Helsing before walking down. As they walked out of the corridor, a figure flashed by. The girl who was chewing candy looked at Arthur happily and wanted to say something, but Arthur shook his head. "Let's go, Nana. There's still a lot to do."

Steward Helsing walked into the study. Horn leaned to his side and bit his pipe. He said with a distant gaze, "Rowe died when she gave birth to Hyderick. Before I leave, I must take good care of this youngest son." Hyderick had lost his birth mother in less than a week. After I married Mirage and gave birth to Lanny, I decided not to have any other children. "

'"Because I promised Luo Wei that I would take care of Hyderick for her. Beneath him, I have invested more effort than his brothers. Perhaps that's why Hyderick is on this path today."

Hussein lowered his head and said, "Master, you shouldn't have told me this."

"Mr. Helsing, I trust you. After all, there are not many people in this castle who can be trusted like you." "Go and see where Alan is," Horn said. "I want to see him."

After Helsing left, Horn flicked a silver bell on the table. A moment later, Blood Scorpion Anna pushed open the door and entered. Horn pushed a file bag under her eyes and pointed at it with his finger. Anna poured out the things in her file pocket. They were photographs and a miniature memory. The photos should have been taken secretly, mostly from the side and back. Without exception, no matter where the camera was pointing, there would always be a man in a corner beside the photos.

Hyderick!

"This is?" Anna raised her head.

"Heidrick leaked Alan's design to Maine. There's a short video of him and Maine in the storage. The evidence is solid." Horn silently bit his pipe and said.

"Alexander and the Grant Family are now in an alliance, so this plan has probably fallen to the Grant Family. No, it should be on Lawrence's table." Anna put away the things on the table. "Master, what do you want me to do?"

"From now on, monitor Hyderick's every move. If if he ever betrays the family again, you can punish him directly. There's no need for me to agree." Horn said.

Anna picked it up and said, "I see, my lord."

Anna pushed the door open and looked at the study. The study room was well lit, but the figure was somewhat blurry. The smoke not only blurred Horn's face, but also blurred his heart.

Horn's heart was no longer as ruthless as before. Time always smoothed out some edges and corners, just like Horn, and it was no exception. Otherwise, if it was the Horn that Anna was familiar with, even Hyderick wouldn't care. Back then, when Lanny ran away from home, Horn could drive her out of the clan in a fit of rage for Hyderick's betrayal of the clan. If it was before, Horn would have personally taken his life.

How could he give Hyderick a chance like this?

In the afternoon, Alan and Lucy returned to the castle. He had already agreed to let Edward join. Although the Maritans avoided answering to his purpose of joining the hunting squad, Edward had wandered around many planets and possessed strength of around Level 15. In addition, the Maritans were naturally capable of affecting the minds of others. To have such a member join the hunting team was also a great help.

However, Alan was curious. With Edward's current popularity in Babylon, his life could be described as one of food and clothing. What was the reason why he was willing to give up his comfortable life and join the dangerous expedition to the Outer Realms?

Perhaps, everyone had a secret that wasn't humane enough in their hearts, right?

As soon as he got out of the car, Helen did not go forward and said, "Young Master Allen, Master is looking for you."

Alan nodded and told Lucy to go back first, then followed Helsing to the study. In the study, Horn said, "I just got the latest news. Your design has been leaked. Lawrence probably has your plan. Don't ask, don't trace the source of the information. The key now is how we should remedy it."

Alan took a deep look at Horn and said, "I had reservations about some key data and the most important fusion matrices. The relevant data in that design was just a cover. Because they don't affect normal data collection, I didn't specifically notify the testers at the factory, but Teacher Hughton did. "

"As long as the data collection is complete, the components of the magic energy armor will be sent over. The most crucial fusion matrix will be personally completed and installed in the castle. Therefore, even if the plan is leaked, the most they can obtain is only an idea."

Hearing that, Horn felt relieved. He nodded and said, "You did a good job. You know you have to hold back. That's right, but Ellen, you little fellow hid it from your grandfather. Don't you trust me?"

"No, it's just that Grandpa has a lot of eyes and ears. I think that if you don't know, then you can guarantee the implementation of the plan." Alan replied.

Horn smiled and said, "Then you can go down. Remember to be depressed when you go out, so that those who are willing can feel relieved, but they can't understand our true background."

"Yes, Grandpa."