Chapter 366 Shrouded in a Startling Secret
Chapter 366 Shrouded in a Startling Secret
Jack remained quiet for a moment, nodding slowly,
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"My instincts suggest he might be the one I''ve been seeking, but I can''t uncover any further proof to
confirm it.
"This situation is far from ordinary.
"Old Mr. Wright, let''s conclude our discussion here!
"If thy hunch is correct, the implications are far too significant for either of us to handle.
"In that case, his unexpected arrival in Draconia and his settling in Harmonfield likely signal an important
mission.
"We should observe him closely and refrain from taking any rash actions; otherwise, we riskpromising his ns."
Martin nodded cautiously. "It might also alert the shadowy figure lurking behind the scenes!"
Jack inhaled deeply. "At this moment, I''m only suspicious; I can''t make any definite judgments. This matter requires extreme caution, as it''s tied to the massive conspiracy that unfo "Recently, the leads I''ve gathered haven''t proven he''s the individual I''m after.
"However, it''s evident he isn''t just any ordinary young man.
years ago.
"Various signs point to a connection between him and a legendary figure who was active on the Fricana mercenary battlefield two years ago: Divine Drakebane. "I believe I''ll soon be able to validate this theory.
"Determining whether he''s the person I''ve been searching for over thest 20 years will necessitate further observation and confirmation."
As he spoke, Jack exchanged a meaningful nce with Martin.
"Old Mr. Wright, 20 years ago, after the tragedy at Dragon Manor, you retreated to Harmonfield for
recovery
"Were you really just recuperating?
"I suspect there''s a more significant purpose behind your actions-you were waiting for tat individual. weren''t you?"
Martin''s eyes sparkled with a sudden realization. After a brief pause, he nodded with a bittersweet smile.
Jack, you''re not an outsider, so I''ll be honest with you.
"That individual once assisted my family, the Wrights. I believe in repaying debts-whether they are good. or bad!
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"Following the disaster at Dragon Manor, I may be weakened, but I am determined to do everything in my power to locate the Dragon Lord''s heir!
"I am confident that Lord Dragon''s son is still alive; and he''s still among us!"
Jack beamed with satisfaction. "If he returns, the Dragon Pce will once again radiate its former glory!
"Since the Dragon Lord''s disappearance, the malevolent factions across the realms have thrived, increasing the pressure on the Draconia Special Operations Military Region. "In recent years, it has been teetering on the edge of copse...
"If no one of the caliber of the Dragon yer rises again, the future seems grim!
"That''s the primary reason I came to Harmonfield.
"I investigated the incident involving the deaths of the Sakurania ninjas at Westhill Cemetery, with the ultimate goal of finding the heir!"
Martin agreed with a nod. "This matter must be handled discreetly; there may be someone within. obstructing our efforts rted to the Dragon Manor incident.
Jack let out a deep sigh. "Twenty years have passed; if the young master is still alive, he should be 21 this year-at the pinnacle of his youth!"
Martin fell into thought for a moment. "Today, I invited an old acquaintance."
"An old acquaintance?" Jack asked, curious about Martin''s enigmatic expression. "Is it one of your former subordinates?"
Martin waved his hand dismissively. "It''s Benjamin Shorts, who was directly involved in the Dragon Manor incident back then.
"At that time, Benjamin served as the deputy director of the Inspectorate and was fully in charge of the Dragon Manor case.
Jack gasped in surprise, "Old Mr. Wright, you invited him?"
Martin confirmed with a nod. "Yes. Now that my health has improved considerably, I want to do something for the Dragon Lord while I still can in gratitude for the kindness the Dragon Lord showed my family. "After the Dragon Manor case was resolved, Benjamin stepped down from his role as deputy director of the Inspectorate.
"He withdrew from public life to focus on studying Go, and a decade ago, he became the president of the DracontrGo Association.
"He''s truly remarkable! Whatever he does, he excels!
"In the Inspectorate back then, he was renowned as a master detective; he was the foremost figure in solving cases in Draconia!
"I never expected he''d reach such heights in chess too, bing a modern-day Go sage in just ten years.
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That old fellow is incredibly clever!
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"I''ve invited him today, and during his visit, you should have a couple of matches with Mr. Shorts."
Jackughed. "I can manage a game or two with you, but against Mr. Shorts-that''s a different challenge altogether.
"When he was deputy director at the Inspectorate, he was already regarded as a chess king.
"At that time, even Alder Vance, the president of the Draconia Go Association, found it difficult to win every game against him.
"That old man has been practicing hard for 20 years; 1 stand no chance against him."
Martin smiled. "That''s fine; it''s just for practice and exchange. You''ll get to know Mr. Shorts better; we''ll need his advice on many matters moving forward."
Jack asked, "Have you inquired with Mr. Shorts about the Dragon Manor incident?"
Martin nodded. "I did, but he refused to discuss it.
"I pressed several times, but he kept deflecting, so I couldn''t pursue it further.
"It seems Mr. Shorts has his reasons for keeping silent.
"The Dragon Manor incident is shrouded in a startling secret!
"It likely involves numerous powerful factions!
"Benjamin''s actions back then may have been an attempt to avoid this turmoil, steering clear of disaster to lead a carefree life."
Knock, knock, knock!
"Grandpa, Mr. Ramsey has arrived," Freya announced as she opened the door, entering alongside Robin.