Chapter 320 Is This Your Husband? Led by the butler, Kate and Edward proceeded to the living room. +5 Pearls Kate wore a composed expression but discreetly took in her surroundings, rapidly committing the layout to memory. Edward, following suit, silently let his gaze linger on the butler for a few moments. Their unexpected arrival and outright purchase of a mansion in Sagrado’s prestigious neighbourhood had sparked curiosity among the local elite about who they might be. Typically, newcomers to this area would engage in social events to blend in, which helped them gain easy access after the bodyguard’s announcement. However… Kate, particularly, with her exotic features and fluency in Sagrado’s language, drew interest. Shortly after, led by the butler, Kate and Edward entered the villa’s reception room. There, a woman wearing a long light yellow dress was already present, looking at Kate and Edward with curiosity. Confidently, Kate stepped forward, placed the gift on the coffee table, and introduced herself, “Hello, I’m Viola.” The woman glanced at the gifts with evident interest. She appeared young, in her early twenties, and exuded a noble, elegant demeanour with her delicate makeup. Standing up to shake hands with Kate, she introduced herself as “Erica.” After a brief handshake, Erica sat back down, her attention fixed on Kate with curiosity. “Ms. Viola, are you also from Sagrado? To which family do you belong, and why have I never seen you before?” Kate responded with a calm, assured smile, “I am an orphan, raised without parents, and have been living abroad for the last few years to make a living.” Erica then turned her attention to Edward, commenting, “He looks like someone from Haldoria.” Her eyes rested on Edward’s face for a moment, adding, “Not bad.” Although Erica’s critical gaze made Edward uncomfortable, he kept his poise, standing next to Kate like a supportive aide. Kate glanced at Edward and said with a smile, “He’s a very skilled man from Haldoria.” Erica snorted, “How skilled can people from Haldoria really be? They might look good, but they don’t match up to us from Sagrado in terms of abilities.” Balance: 925 Chapter 320 Is This Your Husband?__|| +5 Pearls Kate’s expression subtly chilled, her smile fading slightly, but before she could reply, the door next to the living room opened. Her attention immediately shifted, and she froze when she saw who was entering! Erica also looked towards the door and hurried over, worriedly asking, “Darling, are you okay? Why did you come here by yourself?” The doorway revealed a young man in a wheelchair, dressed casually with a pale face and sharp, cold eyes. Kate’s emotions surged at the sight of him, but she quickly regained her composure with a discreet pinch to her thigh and asked in surprise, “Is this your husband?” The question unsettled Kate internally. When the man heard her voice, he looked her way, his eyes icy. After a brief pause on her face, he looked away indifferently, As Erica reached for his hand, he slightly backed away in his wheelchair, giving her a cold look before sharply saying, “No.”
Category: Reborn of Kate by Isla Rainfield
Chapter 319 A Visit to the Neighbour Thirty minutes later, Kate stepped out of the dressing room, transformed. Edward had been waiting in the corridor, impatiently watching the neighbouring mansion. When Kate emerged, he took a quick glance but suddenly stopped in his tracks, his eyes widening in disbelief as he looked at her. She had changed her appearance! “You… You…” … He was so shocked that words failed him. Kate’s makeup was subtle, yet her overall transformation was drastic. Her face retained its delicate beauty but now carried an exotic charm that made her nearly unrecognisable. Had Edward not seen her go in and come out, he would never have believed this was Kate! Watching his reaction, a satisfied smile crossed Kate’s face. Her makeup effort had clearly paid off. However, her smile quickly faded as she felt a whirlwind of emotions. Initially, her plan was just to tweak her look slightly with makeup, but she found herself instinctively altering her features more dramatically using silicone and other materials for a full disguise. It was like a complete transformation. However, when had she become so adept at this? As she changed her appearance, it seemed as effortless as breathing, yet the result was astonishingly effective. “Edward, you can’t tell my original face like this, right?” Kate asked softly, speaking the language of Sagrado fluently. She did not have any trace of an accent. It was as if she were a local. Edward’s eyes widened again in astonishment. Kate was so full of surprises! After a brief pause, he managed to respond, “No, I couldn’t tell at all!” Linus, who had quickly ioined them. also looked taken aback, his gaze reflecting a mix of 940 +0 Balance: 1 Coins 1 Pearls Chapter 319 A Visit to the Neighbour Even George and his team were stunned by her This was Madam! appearance. +5 Pearls Seeing everyone’s amazed reactions, Kate felt confident her disguise was perfect once again. She and Edward headed toward the neighbouring mansion, taking the gift box from George. Although Edward was associated with Eric, he had spent most of his time abroad and rarely appeared in public, so few people recognised him or knew of his connection to Eric. And those who did only knew of a computer expert named Mr. Nine associated with Eric. “Who are you?” As Kate and Edward approached the neighbouring mansion, they were stopped by two alert bodyguards who looked at them with suspicion. “We are new neighbours,” they explained. Kate gave the two bodyguards a gentle and enticing smile, casually flipping her hair and slightly parting her red lips. “I’ve brought a gift to visit our neighbours.” After she said that, she held up the expensive gift box in her hand and smiled even more radiantly at the bodyguards. Her expression carried a hint of allure, and her smile nearly captivated the two men. Nonetheless, their professionalism prevailed, and they gave Kate and Edward a cautious once- over. The pair appeared gentle and unthreatening, not at all like hardened combatants, probably just ordinary visitors. After determining that Kate and Edward were not a threat, one of the bodyguards spoke softly, “Wait here, I’ll notify our mistress.” He then turned and walked away. Moments later, the mansion doors opened, and the bodyguards gave Kate and Edward another careful look before solemnly informing them, “The mistress will see you in the living room.”
Chapter 318 Seeking Information The group shared knowing looks, fully aware of the serious turn of events. In Sagrado’s posh mansion district, it was not easy for outsiders to get in. Kate paused, determination flickering in her eyes, and said, “Getting into the mansion area isn’t easy for ordinary folks, so why don’t we just buy one?” With her savings, Eric’s black card, and resources from Hendrick and the rest, purchasing a mansion was a piece of cake. However, Eric being in this exclusive area was a surprise and added a layer of complexity. Whoever had taken Eric probably held a high rank in Sagrado. No one objected to Kate’s plan. So, George quickly handled the purchase, wrapping up all formalities in under half a day. Eric’s company maintains a branch in Sagrado, conducting business operations there and employing a considerable number of staff members in the area as well. The group headed directly into the upscale mansion district by car, with Kate sitting next to Edward for the entire trip, her eyes locked on the small red dot on the laptop screen he held. That red dot was Eric’s exact location, and they were steadily closing in on it. Hang on, Ric! Kate’s eyes were full of resolve. Looking out the window, she suddenly stopped cold. Why did the outside scenery seem familiar to her? It was a strange, inexplicable sense of familiarity, almost as if she had been here before. Yet, Kate was sure she had never visited the elite mansion area in Sagrado before! So, why did it feel so familiar? She took a deep breath, trying to shake off the odd feeling. The mansion district was vast, featuring meticulously landscaped gardens and tranquil artificial lakes. As they neared the red dot on the screen indicating Eric’s location, Kate’s pulse quickened. She zeroed in on the mansion to the right. Ric is in there… Gripping her fists tightly. Kate realised her own mansion was right next door. Balance: 956 +0 1 Coins = 1 Pearls elite mansion district. It looked like they would need to figure out a way to gather more information to verify if Eric was indeed here and to assess his circumstances. Eric had been out of contact for nearly twenty days, his status a mystery. Once settled, Kate stood on the top floor of her mansion, looking over at the mansion next door. Edward came up beside her, and as they both peered at the adjacent property, he asked calmly, “Now that we know Eric is right next door, what’s our next step?” Kate looked surprised and raised her eyebrows when she heard his question. She had not expected Edward to ask her for the next steps, but without pausing, she responded, “Since we’ve just purchased this mansion, it’s only proper to offer some welcome gifts to our neighbours.” Kate had already instructed George to get the welcome gifts ready. This also provided her with a valid excuse to get closer to the neighbouring mansion. George was quick on his feet. Once he had everything arranged inside their mansion, he returned with the gifts he had bought all high–end luxury items appropriate for the exclusive mansion district, a place inhabited by the affluent and distinguished. Kate selected a few items, yet she was not in a hurry to leave. She had not personally handled the mansion purchase, so she insisted on delivering the gifts herself this time. However, she knew she could not go in her current state.
Chapter 317 Journey to Sagrado The unexpected words from Kate caught Edward and the others off guard, their gazes converging on her with a hint of complexity. It was George who broke the silence first. “Okay, let’s go ahead with Madam’s plan.” With Eric absent, George knew he had to follow Kate’s orders first and foremost, especially since this time she seemed to have everything under control without any doubts. Edward was quiet for a while; his dark eyes probing Kate with curiosity evident in them. He was genuinely interested in Kate. After all, he had heard Eric speak of her before. She was a woman incredibly special to Eric, and perhaps his only weakness. Kyle, Miles, and the heavily injured Lucas had already been flown back to Haldoria by a private jet; staying in Bastilla served no purpose now. Kate had intended for Hendrick and Linus to return as well, but they had adamantly refused. However, when Hendrick received a call from within Haldoria, his mind suddenly changed, and he decided to return. So, the only people who followed Kate were George, Linus, and Edward. The four of them were accompanied by their subordinates, heading directly towards Sagrado. On the plane, Kate discussed Eric’s whereabouts and condition in detail with Edward. She kept looking at the photo of Eric repeatedly. Every time she saw him lying pale and lifeless, her heart ached as though pricked by needles. Eric… wait for me! Kate squeezed her fists, firmly. She had managed to stabilise her emotions and was no longer prone to emotional collapses as easily as before. She now managed to bury those feelings of sadness and worry deep within her heart, focusing first on overseeing the bigger picture. She did the best she could for now. Several hours later, the plane landed slowly at the capital airport of Sagrado. Edward held onto his lanton throughout the flight disnlaving a series of messages from the dark Balance: 973 1 Coins = 1 Pearls +5 Pearls Chapter 317 Journey to Sagrado They hadn’t intended to cause Eric’s death outright; otherwise, they wouldn’t have sent that photo. This information hinted at something hidden away years ago… The organisation known as the Wolfshade must have some connection with the fact that Eric’s family was almost wiped out back then! Perhaps the Davisons had possessed that item which was leading to their massacre. After everyone in the Davisons was killed, that item remained undiscovered until it ended in Eric’s hands… up Eric took the initiative to find the Wolfshade undoubtedly to avenge his entire family. Kate inhaled deeply and then strode out of Sagrado’s airport with George and everyone else. She casually examined her surroundings and suddenly furrowed her brow. Why does this place feel familiar? Linus had been observing Kate closely. When he saw her frown, his heart skipped a beat. He hadn’t wanted Kate to come to Sagrado because she had some memories here that might not be pleasant, although she had forgotten them now. In such a familiar environment, there was always the possibility of her remembering it again. Unfortunately, he couldn’t stop her; after all, he couldn’t prevent Kate from coming to save Eric! “Mr. Eric’s signal is already within Sagrado’s borders. He’s faster than us, Edward said. He looked at the blinking red dot on his laptop screen with a solemn face. “Where is it?” Kate stared at the screen nervously. She knew that the red dot represented Eric, but she didn’t know where he was now. Edward furrowed his brow. He quickly operated the laptop and then took a long breath. “He’s in a high–end residential area in the capital of Sagrado.”
Chapter 316 Into the Dragon’s Lair Kate was ushered by her two older brothers, Hendrick and Linus, to undergo a series of thorough medical examinations, particularly focusing on her head. After a comprehensive set of tests, the results came back clear that there was nothing serious. With a sigh of exasperation, Kate looked at her brothers. “I said I’m fine, but you just didn’t believe me.” Hendrick, still nervous, scrutinised the report several times over. Only when he was absolutely certain did he let out a breath of relief. Linus, on the other hand, had a complicated look in his eyes as he gently ruffled Kate’s hair. He seemed on the verge of saying something, but in the end, he swallowed his words. “Let’s go back first. I need to know the updates about Eric.” Kate’s mind was flooded with the picture she had just seen; the picture Y had sent. It showed Eric lying unconscious on a hospital bed with tubes attached to him. He seemed in a coma. The mere thought of Eric’s pale face, and the pain from the injuries he might be enduring, had torn her heart like a knife. Eric had been taken away and was now somewhere out at sea, heading to Sagrado. His identity was extraordinary, and to her, he was invaluable. As Kate hurried towards Kyle’s hospital room, Hendrick and Linus shared a silent, complicated look but didn’t try to stop her. Standing together, they watched her retreating figure until she was out of sight. Only then did they speak in hushed tones, “I can’t shake the feeling that her headaches might be tied to that incident…. “She has automatically blocked out those memories as a self–protective mechanism. We still don’t know the full story of what happened back then. “Yeah… that was the only time we weren’t there to protect her.” Sharing a heavy sigh, Hendrick and Linus gazed after Kate with hearts full of concern and sorrow. “Mr. Nine, is Eric really out at the sea? Then, what are we going to do? Should we head to the Sagrado first?” Kate burst into the room; her voice tight with worry. Edward’s fingers flew across the keyboard, pausing only when he heard her voice. Turning to face her, he asked. “Are you sure you want to go to Sagrado?” Balance: 991 +0 1 Coins = 1 Pearls Chapter 316 Into the Dragon’s Lair Her heart was full of worries about Eric. +5 Pearls In her past life, Eric had also encountered an accident in Bastilla. She didn’t know the details; all she knew was that he had been away for a long time and returned gravely injured, having barely escaped death. However, now, she had seen firsthand how severely he was hurt and that he was taken to Sagrado. How could she not be worried? Since her rebirth, everything had changed. Anna had died, Simon had died, and Lana had died. These events had been altered because of her return. So, how about Eric? What if… No, I can’t let anything happen to him! Kate inhaled deeply and spoke firmly, “Even if I had to dive into a dragon’s lair, I’ll still go to save Eric!” Eric was the man she loved dearly, and he loved her just as much. They hadn’t even fully realised their future together yet. How could their relationship end like this? Her resolve grew stronger, and she decisively laid out her plan. “The underground organisations in Bastilla are just a bunch of rabbi We can leave some of Kyle’s men here. Miles is severely injured, but he can’t return to Maridonia. I suggest Kyle and Miles head back to Haldoria together. “Haldoria is our territory no matter what. On our land, those rats hiding in the shadows will have to be more cautious. They wouldn’t dare act recklessly within our borders. “The underground organisations in the Bastilla need our people to keep them in check. At least until we rescue Eric, we can’t afford any more disruptions here. Conduct a thorough investigation of everyone. Send those who are guilty of major crimes straight to prison. “Then, the rest of our people will go to Sagrado together.” Kate’s face was calm and determined as she quickly outlined her carefully thought–out plans.
Chapter 315 She Is Absolutely Innocent “Madamn!” Kate’s sudden painful expression startled George and everyone else. A group of people rushed to her side and surrounded her. Just as Hendrick and Linus arrived, they saw Kate clutching her head in agony, and they instantly became cautious. “Kate!” “Kate, what’s wrong?” The voices of the people around her were full of anxiety, and Kate was covering her head. There seemed to be various scenes flashing in front of her. She tried hard to catch the slightest bit, but they slipped away like smoke through her fingers. “I–I’m fine Kate managed to whisper with her ragged breath. Her face was ghostly pale, and cold sweat beaded on her skin. The pain in her head slowly began to subside. She frowned as she struggled to recall what she had seen, but her mind remained empty. Hendrick and Linus glanced at each other gravely. Their eyes were extremely solemn as they said decisively, “Kate, you need a full check–up, immediately!” Their eyes were filled with unmistakable worry as they insisted on taking her for a thorough examination. Meanwhile, Edward and George stayed in Kyle’s hospital room. Their expressions were dark and unreadable as they stared at the data on the computer screen. Kyle, lying in the hospital bed and having witnessed everything, broke the silence when he asked, “Do you suspect her?” George snapped back to reality at Kyle’s voice and quickly shook his head. He said with a resolute tone, “No, absolutely not.” Edward thought for a while before saying, “I’m sorry, but I do suspect her. His eyes were cold and clear, his demeanour icy. He glanced in the direction where Kate had left and spoke gently, “She seems to have a deep connection with people from the dark web. That password… It’s not something accessible to an ordinary person. “Maybe, she is also related to the Wolfshade.” “Impossible!” George’s retort was sharp and definitive. His face was set with determination. “There’s no way Balance: 1011 + 1 Colns Chapter 315 She Is Absolutely Innocent If she were connected to the Wolfshade, Mr. Eric might have died a long time ago! +5 Pearls Edward’s icy gaze settled on George; his voice even colder. “Then how do you explain her ties. with the dark web people? I don’t think she’s innocent!” George met Edward’s stare head–on, unwaveringly. “There might be more to her involvement with the dark web, but she is absolutely innocent.” The atmosphere in the room grew tense, a palpable hostility hanging in the air. Edward’s eyes darkened, while George refused to back down; his gaze equally unyielding. Kyle, lying on the hospital bed, watched their confrontation and coughed to break the tension. “Alright, that’s enough. You’re arguing while there’s still a patient here.” He added, “She may be innocent with the Wolfshade, but another person comes to mind…” Kyle’s eyes grew sombre, and his voice dropped to a murmur. Both George and Edward turned their attention to Kyle, waiting for him to continue. Slowly, Kyle began to reveal his thoughts. As they listened, George and Edward’s expressions shifted to ones of surprise and disbelief. They looked at Kyle, hesitant but curious. “Are you serious?” Kyle nodded indifferently. “Yes, I’m serious. It’s not just me who knows, Miles does too Kyle’s expression darkened as he mentioned Miles. Despite his injuries being less severe, Miles had yet to regain consciousness and remained in a coma. The doctors said it was related to his head trauma. George glanced over at Miles with an undescribable emotion. Miles lay quietly in the other hospital bed, hooked up to various tubes. His chest rose and fell faintly, and the monitors displayed the vital signs that proved he was still alive.
Chapter 314 How Did She Know? The sudden message cast a heavy gloom over everyone in the room.. Especially George and Edward, they wore expressions so dark it seemed like a storm was brewing in their minds. Ignoring the flashing chat box, Edward’s fingers flew across the keyboard. His hands moved so swiftly they almost left behind ghostly afterimages, with lines of code dancing across the screen like green phantoms. Kate’s heart was overwhelmed with anxiety. The turn of events had completely blindsided her. It felt as though a deep, dark secret was buried within the situation. The secret that Eric and the others had never revealed to her. The endless streams of code on the screen made her feel more restless. The dark web’s defences were being rapidly unravelled by Edward, who was also tracking the opposing IP address. A firewall of the other party suddenly popped up. Edward, despite his evident fatigue, began to crack it with swift, precise keystrokes. The progress bar edged forward, agonisingly slow. When the progress bar was about to come to an end, a pop–up window appeared immediately. ‘Please enter the password. Edward’s eyes turned icy. He just wanted to directly enter the program and bypass the popped- up window when Kate’s voice cut through the tension from behind him. “0720.” Edward was taken aback for a moment and turned to her, puzzled. He didn’t understand why she suddenly mentioned those four numbers. But his fingers, driven by instinct, entered 0720. In the next second, the pop–up window vanished instantly. The progress bar jumped directly to 100%. Edward had successfully broken through the firewall of the dark web and reached its most guarded core. Unexpectedly, he halted his action and turned to stare at Kate with his eyes wide with shock. George and everyone were equally stunned. No one expected that the password Kate said was correct. How did she know the password? Wasn’t this the most guarded secret of the other party’s website? Did Kate just blurt it out by chance? Balance: 1029 + 1 Coins = Chapter 314 How tint the Know? Quptel * Mear Kate’s voice once again cut through Edward’s astonishment. He turned to see the computer screen flickering with signs of a counterattack. With no time to ponder, he quickly engaged with their defence, countering the attacks while copying the site’s core secrets and tracing the IP address of the voer known as V After completing this series of operations. Edwand reted the dark web and leaned back in his chair His eyes narrowed as he looked at Kate with a mix of curiosity and pcions. How did you know that the parword is 07207 His gave held a subtle hint of hostility and fiber of deally interne a The dark we was the cut with Herbert The messag This bound sea day and store se stationship between de dark was mnd that organization T, Kakek The power of the opponent. The coronarying from her as a ર ર ા ક esperson “The anyakáng karwad line to me, bijt enter than he 19790) pantas member At the theme of lightning The day was also bury Bartheday My birth date was the password in the durs wat j This seems to coincidental and strange. There were fragments of memory fached by us from of her eyes, causing + sharp pain in her head. She gasped and instinctively clutched her head, aut a low gran escaped her lips Ligh
hapter 313 At the Sea?! George shook his head, and said with some excitement, “It’s not too late. You’re also trying to find Mr. Eric. The equipment here in Bastilla is ultimately not as good as your own.” Edward chuckled lightly, then let his gaze fall on Kate, giving her a kind smile. “Hello, Kate. I’m Edward.” Kate shook his hand and then, with some urgency, looked at George and asked, “Trying to find Eric? George, what are you saying?” Edward smiled again, and spoke with a hint of reassurance, “Don’t worry, Kate. I’ve already tracked down the latest location of the chip inside Mr. Eric’s body. It’s a hassle to use, but… it’s our last option.” “W–what do you mean?” Kate squeezed her fists subconsciously, and stared at Edward blankly. In her past life, she had never met Edward, but she had heard about him several times from George and the others. She knew that George had a very good relationship with Eric, who was always staying abroad, but she didn’t know which country or what he was researching. However, in the field of hacking technology, Edward was a genius. The firewall of the Davison Group was jointly set up by Edward and Eric. In this life, George had also mentioned him to her. Nevertheless, this was the first time she encountered Edward in two lifetimes. “The chip is injected into Mr. Eric’s body. It’s very small, almost undetectable by ordinary methods. It has an extremely subtle positioning device and is usually in a dormant state. It won’t be activated unless necessary. “And the activation switch is in my hand.” Edward’s voice was serene and steady, and it sounded like the most beautiful music to Kate’s ears! “So, does this mean we now know exactly where Eric is?” Kate’s fists instinctively clenched tighter. Her eyes filled with anticipation as she looked at Edward. She had been unable to find any trace of Eric for nearly twenty days, her heart suspended in constant anxiety. Now, she heard that the chip’s tracking device might locate Eric. Does this mean I will see him again soon? Edward looked at Kate for a long moment before shaking his head gently. His expression was Balance: 1047 + 1 Coins 1 Pearls +5 Pearls Chapter 313 At the Sea?! At the sea?! Kate’s eyes widened in shock. Didn’t Eric be attacked on the mountains outside Melvern City? How did he end up at sea? Could someone have taken him away? Thinking of these possibilities made her heart clench tighter. Ding! While they spoke, Herbert’s laptop emitted a sound. Everyone’s attention snapped to the screen. On the minimalist black–and–white webpage, a chat window began to blink. George clicked the chat window without hesitation. His heart racing with a mix of excitement and hope. The person who had been contacting Herbert was reaching out again! When the chat window opened, a photograph appeared in front of everyone. Kate’s body shivered violently as she saw it. Her eyes widened in surprise. She subconsciously took a step forward. Edward squinted his eyes. He darted forward, quickly taking the mouse from George, who naturally stepped aside to let Edward sit before the laptop. Edward’s fingers flew over the keyboard. He quickly zoomed in the photo, saved it, and then began analyzing the entire website. While he was performing this action, a message popped up. ‘Eric is in our hands. If you want him to live, hand over what was hidden all those years ago!”
Chapter 312 Mr Nine The assistant was stunned for a second, then respectfully responded, “We’ve got no updates, Ma’am.” “Tsk. The woman clicked her tongue lightly with a sarcastic expression, tapping her index finger on the armrest before coldly instructing. “Have you contacted the people of Davison Group and Lowe Group? What did they say?” Detecting a hint of disappointment in her voice, the assistant abruptly bowed even deeper. “Their response was very formal. They’re not considering a partnership with us.” “Got it. You can go.” The woman waved her hand casually to dismiss the assistants. Then, she leaned back in her chair with a cheeky smile played on her lips. If anyone were standing in front of her, they would see the enigmatic CEO of Paradise Ventures, with her strikingly beautiful, almost enchanting Western features, oozing charm in every gesture. “Tsk, Haldoria is still so boring,” she whispered before falling silent again. Meanwhile, in Melvern City, Bastilla. George and Kate hurriedly returned. With Kyle’s troops holding the fort in Zircon City, there was no fear of any rebellion. As for Herbert, he was brought back immediately and became Ivan’s neighbour. Over the past two weeks, Ivan had been living his life in dire straits. Someone would press him for information about the wolf head tattoo every day, and his spirit was nearing its breaking point. As Herbert passed by Ivan’s cell, he could hear Ivan’s near–hysterical screams of agony. Herbert shivered, the fear in his eyes deepening. The people escorting him were also under Eric’s command. Noticing Herbert’s dread, one of you know about that them hissed, “If you want to suffer less, you’d better spill everything erbert’s dread, one of organisation.” Herbert replied with a fawning smile, “Of course, of course.” However, no one paid him any more attention. Their focus was entirely on the dark web. Balance: 1 Coins 1064 Chapter 312 Mr Nine +5 Pearls Kyle lay in his hospital bed, his eyes fixed on the black–and–white website while his face wrinkled in concentration. “That’s right! Herbert said this is the site he used to contact that person. That person only went by the codename ‘Y,” George remarked calmly while observing the site. Kate sat nearby with her brows knit together. Her eyes had never left the screen. An inexplicable sense of unease gnawed at her. The website evoked a strange mix of familiarity and strangeness, and fleeting images flitted through her mind while she stared at it, but she couldn’t understand anything. She just felt even more agitated. Eric had been missing for almost twenty days, with no news or clues to his whereabouts. Was he safe? Where could he be? Where the hell is he now? Is he safe or in danger? Knock! Knock! The sound of a knock broke through the tense silence.” A bodyguard respectfully opened the door, revealing a young man in a black suit, carrying a black laptop bag. He had a handsome face marred by a touch of weariness. He strode into the room with a brief, tight–lipped smile. “Mr. Nine!” George stood up quickly, his voice filled with excitement. The newcomer was none other than Edward, the brilliant hacker who had single–handedly created Davison Group’s formidable firewall. He was a legend in the hacking world and was known internationally by his code name “Nine“. When Kate heard the movement, she turned instinctively to look over. She noticed the dark circles under Edward’s eyes and the red veins marring the whites of his eyes. After observing the room, he spoke apologetically, “Sorry, tracking the signal took longer than expected. I’m late.”
Chapter 311 Paradise Ventures Herbert logged into a plain, grayscale webpage featuring just a solitary chat interface. His hands shook as he clicked into the chatbox. He explained, “She contacts me here every time, but the message history gets wiped whenever I log out.” George squinted at the site, noting the URL and Herbert’s password. They had gleaned all they could from Herbert for now. As for the dark web and chat records that would have to wait. But reinforcements were en route. Herbert stood aside and trembling with fear, hoping the Haldoria people would not end his life. He deeply regretted his involvement in this mess, wishing he had not been lured by that 150 million. The Haldorians are so scary, and I don’t even know if I can escape unscathed. Herbert was taken away by the men and locked up as he still served some purpose. Meanwhile, the remaining members of Tesidus who resisted were imprisoned, while those who surrendered were kept under close watch. Hence, Zircon City was under the control of Kyle and his men. After all, Kyle’s men were from Maridonia and were seasoned professionals, so they were very capable. They were here to settle the score with Eric. Kate’s gaze lingered on the laptop George held. The dark web page kept nagging at her mind. There was something unsettlingly familiar about it, though she could not place why. It seemed like the webpage she had seen before. But no no matter how hard she racked her brain, she could not recall where she had seen it before. Why do I find it so familiar? Puzzled but unable to find an answer, Kate pushed the thought aside and gave up on figuring it out. She and George did not linger in Zircon City. While they struck Zircon City, another team had seized Erfah City, bringing it under their control. Half of Bastilla’s underground factions had been taken over in a swift series of Balance: 1 Coins: 1081 +0 Pearls Chapter 311 Paradise Ventures The entire Bastilla region was now in chaos. +5 Pearls In Haldoria, Capital City, it had been more than two weeks since Kate and her team departed, and the situation in Capital City had subtly shifted. HN Studio had once again fallen silent, while Lowe Group and Davison Group maintained their steady, albeit unremarkable activities. Meanwhile, a newcomer, Paradise Ventures, had emerged as a new commercial powerhouse, rapidly capturing significant market share and become one of the new prominent business entities. Paradise Ventures began as a little–known firm, primarily dealing in venture capital. Recently, with a remarkable talent fo identifying profitable opportunities, the company made a series of clever investments that yielded substantial returns. This swift success enabled Paradise Ventures to broaden its operations and multiply its market value by more than a hundred times. The company’s rapid ascent was truly extraordinary, drawing significant attention within the business community. However, despite its rising fame, Paradise Ventures chose to remain modest. Instead of making a grand entrance or aggressively capturing market share, it preferred a more natural and gentle strategy, seamlessly blending into the vibrant commercial scene of Capital City. In contrast, with their leaders absent and out of sight for some time, Davison Group and Lowe Group struggled to match the escalating influence of Paradise Ventures. Paradise Ventures‘ headquarters were situated adjacent to Starlight Tower. Meanwhile, on the top floor of the headquarters of Paradise Ventures… The topmost level, housing the office of Paradise Ventures‘ enigmatic CEO, exuded an air of opulence and sophistication. Seated in a high–backed chair behind a mahogany desk, the CEO faced away from the office staff. Her voice, cold and commanding, broke the silence. “Any updates from overseas?” Her tone was aristocratic and frosty. From the perspective of the assistants, all they could see was a slender, pale hand resting on the chair’s arm, its index finger tapping rhythmically–an action that exuded a chilling aura of authority.