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nAn intermediate-level Soulmancer, even with a powerful magical artifact, can still be overwhelmed by a higher realm of power. .𝘤𝘰

nIf Alice, who reached the intermediate Soulmancer level in just over a month, had such a magical artifact, wouldn’t obtaining it allow these individuals to reach an even higher realm?

nThey might even become a “Greater Deity,” enter the Divine Realm, and possibly attain immortality!

nHow could Darius miss such a rare opportunity?

nIn light of this, his son being crippled and losing his superpowers seemed insignificant.

nAfter all, once a Soulmancer reaches a certain pinnacle of strength, their lifespan greatly extends, and the life or death of their offspring becomes less important.

nUpon hearing Darius’s words, Jayce’s face fell. He coldly said, “Your son Jordan was merely crippled, while my son Wesley was killed, his body never found. The Johnson family must avenge this promptly!”

nDarius’s expression also darkened. For these Soulmancer families practicing in obscurity, resources were scarce. Now, with such an incident, obtaining a powerful magical artifact could be a massive leap forward.

nHe was the one who investigated the matter, and his son had been crippled. Was Jayce thinking of monopolizing the opportunity?

nThat is absolutely unacceptable.

n“I must personally avenge my son’s suffering! Since you, Jayce, also seek revenge, why don’t we join forces?”

nDarius certainly didn’t want to fall behind. If he did nothing in this matter, wouldn’t all the benefits go to the Johnson family?

nIf the Johnson family killed Alice and returned, wouldn’t they further overshadow his family?

n“Fine, let’s go together to seek justice from Alice,” Jayce also felt that he must personally handle this matter, to seize the mysterious treasure that transformed an ordinary person into an intermediate Soulmancer in just a month.

nHow could he let someone else undertake this task?

nThe leaders of the other three major Soulmancer families, understanding the situation from their exchange, exchanged glances.

nGaren then spoke, “Don’t rush, both of you. Today’s meeting was convened to discuss avenging your sons. Moreover, the opponent is just an intermediate Soulmancer, an independent practitioner not affiliated with any Soulmancer organization. For such a minor character, there’s no need for two powerful figures like you to intervene, is there?”

nAnother leader from the Morgan family also spoke, “Indeed, as the five great families united in our cause, avenging this offense is a responsibility we all share. Moreover, since the opponent’s power isn’t particularly high, why not let the younger generation of each family handle this matter? It will also prevent others from accusing Texas’ Soulmancers of bullying the weak.”

nSuddenly, Derek, the head of the Martinez family, said, “The 13th Bureau’s visit to Texas primarily concerns the severe injury my son suffered at the hands of that Alice. Therefore, our Martinez family must step forward.”

nJayce asked, “Your son Andrew was also injured by this Alice? Why haven’t you mentioned this?”

nDerek, gritting his teeth, replied, “My son was castrated. How do you expect me to discuss such an indescribable matter?”

n“A person who became an intermediate Soulmancer just over a month ago has already killed or injured three young individuals from Texas. How can we just let this go? Since things have come to this point, let each family send three young members to New York to see what this Alice is truly capable of.”

nDerek had seen the situation clearly. If Darius and Jayce were to act, Alice would undoubtedly be doomed, but the treasure in her possession would certainly fall into their hands.

nThere might be secrets behind Alice.

nWhat if she had discovered some ancient ruins or a legendary secret realm?

nWho wouldn’t want a piece of that? 𝘪𝑎.

nIf several families sent their elite members, then they would have a chance to seize the opportunity.

nAnd since the Martinez family was also injured by Alice, why shouldn’t they have a say in the matter?

nJayce and Darius looked displeased, but things had already reached this stage, and a joint family council had been convened.

nEveryone was there to help them seek revenge,could they really refuse?

nThey were all old foxes,their true intentions were unspoken but understood.

nEven if they disagreed now, if Jayce and Darius went to New York alone, wouldn’t the other family heads band together anyway?

nIf a conflict truly erupted, the two of them might not gain any advantage.

n“Your point is well taken. In that case, let each family send three young members who are at the intermediate Soulmancer level.” As the leading Soulmancer family in Texas, the Johnson family had to make a compromise in the face of such a situation.

nNaturally, Darius had little more to say.

nWes had been in Texas for a while now. Before he arrived, he only knew about Alice erasing Andrew’s Soulmancer abilities. But after standing in front of the Forgotten Guardian Temple for a while and hearing the discussions of the people around, he instantly felt that the situation had become quite tricky.

nNo one mentioned the Martinez family’s issue.

nThe talk was all about the Johnson and Adams families, specifically about their heirs being killed or injured in New York.

n“Could it be such a coincidence? Offending three of the five major Soulmancer families? One castrated, one killed, and another’s Soulmancer abilities crippled?”

nWes felt that his visit might not be very opportune.

nSettle this privately?

nJust with a fight?

nHow could that be enough?

nAnd… could it be the same person behind all three incidents?

nIf Alice was responsible for all of this, what should he do?

nWalking in there, could he end up being killed on the spot?

nAfter all, the head of the Johnson family had lost his own son!

nAnd he didn’t ask Zoey to handle this.

nIf it really came to a fight, wouldn’t he die horribly?

nSeeing the situation was unfavorable, Wes slipped aside and called Steven.

n“Steven, I’ve run into a bit of a situation here…” He could only explain to Steven what he was facing and seek advice on how best to handle it.

nAfter listening to Wes, Steven paused and then said, “If Alice is responsible for all three incidents, then let them do whatever they want. We’re not getting involved anymore.”

n𝑖𝘦𝑎.𝗇t

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