Love At The Wrong Table

Chapter 1997

Sonia and Raina, along with the other women present, had never before

faced such a terrifying scene. Both women trembled uncontrollably, clinging

to their fathers for protection, their bodies racked with fear. Denis and Jake,

though brave by nature, found their foreheads slick with cold sweat in the

face of this dire situation.

The two sides of the gamble were now polsed to reveal their true intentions.

Life and death, in all their finality, hung in the balance.

From his vantage point atop the lofty Quill Residence, Gwain reveled in the

unfolding chaos, a smug sense of triumph evident on his face as Yuna stood

beside him. Below, surrounding the vast Quill Residence, no fewer than a

thousand people had gathered.

As the saying went, they were outnumbered, and the overwhelming force of

a thousand hands was an even more daunting prospect. Many in the crowd

brandished knives and daggers, and some even carried firearms. While they

could hardly be considered an army, their sheer numbers alone made the

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task of eliminating Emmanuel and his thirty–odd companions seem

effortless

Ladles and gentlemen, if you take Emmanuel down today, you will not only

avenge me and my family, but you will become friends of the Quill family and

trusted allies of Mr. Gwain and me!” Yuna’s voice rang out from her elevated

position, swaying the crowd with each word.

“For Yuna, we will slay Emmanuel!” a voice echoed in response.

“Kill him!” the rallying cry surged through the crowd.

Mr. Maye and his cohorts, fully aware that they stood no chance against

Emmanuel in a one–on–one fight, relied instead on their overwhelming

numbers to create a spectacle of intimidation. Their goal was to break the

spirit of Emmanuel and his companions before the battle even began. The

presence of three skilled fighters on Gwain’s side further bolstered their

confidence.

Yet Emmanuel remained unaffected, his expression calm and detached as

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frenzied pack of lesser creatures, indifferent to the orice

Immanuel, do you have any finct words?

Xander had already unsheathed the bone–crushing knife he had prepared.

addressing Emmanuel with a taunting sheer from a distance.

Emmanuel, however, responded with a faint smile. “I have no parting words,

but I do wish to offer one last sincere piece of advice.”

Xander’s lips curled in contempt, his anger simmering beneath the surface.

He hadn’t expected Emmanuel to maintain such calm bravado in the face of

death, and it only deepened his disdain.

“The Quill family must return my sister to me. Do that, and I will spare your

lives. Otherwise, when the fighting begins, the Quill family will be utterly

destroyed.”

“D*mn it! Not this again!” Xander shouted in rage, his patience frayed. “It

seems you’ve run out of things to say. I can’t wait to use this knife to cut you

into pieces!”

“Uncle!”

At that moment, from amidst the crowd, the Quill couple could no longer hold

back. True to his nature, Larry was forthright, while his wife, Gina, displayed

her boldness.

Gina’s voice was icy as she spoke. “I understand you want to deal with

Emmanuel because of the current power struggle–that’s beyond my

concern. But what has his sister done to deserve such cruelty? And my

children have no part in this. You will not harm them.”

Her words caused Emmanuel’s expression to darken, a dangerous glint

flashing in his eyes. His sister was enduring harsh treatment, and it gnawed

at him.

“You… Shut your mouth!”

Xander stormed toward Gina and struck her hard across the face.

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Larry instantly moved to shield his wife, standing tall as he spoke out. “It was our family and the Tanner family that first targeted the Quillen family and imprisoned his sister. That’s why Emmanuel seeks vengeance. Twisting the truth won’t change the facts. Our family’s wrongdoings will lead to our downfall. Today, my wife and I publicly sever ties with you.”

There was a fierce righteousness in Larry’s stance, and his words rang out

clearly.

Emmanuel observed, realizing that Larry, though genuine in his words, was

also making a calculated move, playing to both sides.

“Good. Larry, you are indeed a man of integrity.”

Emmanuel’s voice echoed with resolve as he declared, “Even if I must wash

the Quill family in blood today, I will ensure you and your wife are spared s

that your lineage can continue. Consider it repayment for your help with

travel expenses all those years ago.”

“Ha! Emmanuel, you can’t even protect yourself. Stop pretending to be

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magnanimous!”

Xander sneered in return.

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Filled with fury, Jenson stepped forward and slapped his younger son across the face. “Larry, stop spouting nonsense here. Since you wish to sever ties

with this family, I hereby declare that Owen will inherit the family from this

moment forward!”

From his hiding spot at the back, Owen could hardly believe his ears. Given

how much he paled in comparison to Larry, he had never expected his father

to favor him for the family business. Now, his fortune had abruptly shifted.

Without hesitation, Owen rushed forward, his excitement overriding

everything else.

“Haha, Dad! Honestly, whether I inherit the family or not is irrelevant. What

matters is that we stand united. Together, we will defeat Emmanuel and ri

Eldoria of this rogue, protecting the order of Chanaea!”

“Well said.”

1 think highly of you xander praised, a glint of ambition flickering in his eyes

“The formsily will thrive under your leadership”

Emmanuel and his companions exchanged amused glances, easily

recognizing the delusion clouding the Quill family’s vision. Their arrogant pride

made it clear–their downfall was only a matter of time.

At that moment, the old steward burst into the room, visibly trembling with

excitement. “Everyone! Fantastic news! Commander Gray and the Silver Fox

Military are on their way to assist the family!”

The announcement sparked an immediate and dramatic shift in the

atmosphere, an electrifying sense of anticipation sweeping over the

gathered crowd.

“Wonderful! Splendid!” voices cheered.

Even the usually composed Deangelo couldn’t contain his joy. His booming

laughter filled the air. “Ha ha ha! Emmanuel, your arrogance has led you

astray this time! Do you think your mere few can stand against the might o

fully mommy?

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As fus words feung in the or, the distant tumble of

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“Report! The Silver fox Military has arved–four thousand troops and a

hundred war chariots!”

The moment this was relayed, a parade of chariots and green transport

vehicles began rolling into view,

Boom!

The vehicle doors swung open with a thunderous crash, and soldiers in

military green, wielding firearms, moved swiftly, surrounding the estate with

practiced precision.

Line after line of troops blocked the gates, sealing off any escape, their

weapons pointed steadily at the Quill mansion.

Above, a fleet of drones hovered, their buzzina filling the sky with an

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hum, rattling the nerves of all who heard it.

Declan, clad in full military attire, strode forward, flanked by two squads of

soldiers. The tension in the air was palpable, crackling with anticipation.

Everything was loud enough for the ears to hear and vivid enough for the

eyes to see.

The Quill family and the citizens of Eldoria, who had been weighed down by

worry, now breathed easily, their relief shifting to arrogance as victory

seemed inevitable.

“Hahaha! Commander Gray, you’ve arrived at the perfect time!”

Xander strode forward eagerly, his machete in hand, a malicious grin

spreading across his face as he greeted Declan and his soldiers.

“Now that you’re here, we don’t need to rush to kill Emmanuel. Let’s take our

time, savoring the look of despair on that arrogant fool’s face. Hahaha! Bring

him forward!”

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“Bring Emmanusts sister out Tadeu

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Sage felt a ripple of anxiety building within Fair, he restesses cex.

Emmanuel, noticing his unsese, shot him a reassuring look, stenty urging

him to remain calm.

The thought of seeing his sister would save Emmanuel the trouble of

searching for her, but a cold dread crept into his heart. What horrors had the

Quill family inflicted on her?

Sure enough, moments later, Roselynn appeared, her hands smeared with

blood. She staggered forward, her steps labored, her strength nearly spent

Emmanuel’s rage erupted, burning inside him like molten fire.

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