Chapter 265
A man clad in black emerged from behind Zoey. He was a skilled martial artist, and with his near–undetectable presence, he could usually stay in one spot without being easily noticed. The black–clad man stopped behind Zoey and greeted, “Ms. Moore.”
His name was Jayden Moore, Zoey’s bodyguard of 18 years. He had been tasked with protecting her since she was born.
Zoey glanced in the direction where Lily had disappeared and asked, “What do you think about her?”
Jayden chose the best–fitting description, saying, “She’s inscrutable.”
Zoey chuckled. “I’ve never heard you describe anyone as such.”
No one else knew Jayden as well as she did. She doubted many in this world could beat himn in a fish
Whoever she had a hard time dealing with, she usually sent Jayden to take care of them.
Not even Zoey was a match for him.
Jayden had assessed a great number of people during his years of service to Zory. And yet, she had never heard him describe anyone as a formidable opponent. Rather, he called all the opponents he had encountered trash.
As such, Zoey was surprised when Jayden described Lily as inscrutable.
He looked grim as he elaborated, “Ms. Moore, she knew I was behind you the whole time.”
“What?” Zoey’s expression flickered as she stared at Jayden in disbelief.
“It’s true.” Jayden added, “She kept staring in my direction and even tossed a silver needle at me. She moved fast enough that she nearly tackled me.” “How is that possible? Zoey was taken aback. “You’re Jayden Moore! You’re at the top of the Divine Warrior List, and you’re telling me you were nearly taken down by a 19–year–old woman?”
“I’m not the best warrior,” Jayden pointed out gravely. “Besides, Lily knows her way around vital energy as well. It’s best if you don’t get on her nerves. “You were never feuding in the first place, and you’ve already repaid your debt by coming to Ember Creek High School, You shouldn’t poke your nose where it’s not wanted, not that you could.”
Zoey considered Jayden’s words. “I understand.”
A pause later, she smiled and said, “But I think Lily is interesting enough for me to look into, I’ll stay in Ember Creek High School and complete my SATS here.”
Jayden made to st
to stop her. “Ms. Moore
She cut him off, “Spare me the lecture. From now on, I’m a student here. I’d like you to leave, and don’t come looking for me unless it’s about something urgent.”
Without waiting for Jayden’s response, Zoey turned on her heels and left.
Meanwhile, in Class 1 of 12th grade, Poppy looked grim as she sat in the back of the room.
Bobby noticed this and asked, “You alright?”
She pursed her lips before saying, “Bobby, I don’t want to keep this
is secret anymore.”
Bobby blanched. “Are you out of your mind? Lily will be pissed if she finds out!”
“It’s precisely because of Lily that I don’t want to hide this anymore,” Poppy said, tears springing to her eyes. “She has always protected us and kept us safe, yet we can’t help her.
“Madam Hutchinson was on
the run, and I couldn’t get to her in time. It’s time we help lighten Lily’s burden.”
Bobby and Poppy had put up with the bullying all these years. There were times when things got so rough that Poppy wanted to take her own life, but she still obeyed Lily’s orders to keep her powers hidden.
However, Poppy decided she was done being idle. She hated herself for not being able to save Madam Hutchinson
She made up her mind to set up her own information network so that she could help Lily whenever she required it.
“But…” Bobby trailed off, hesitating. He was at a loss for words.
“Bobby, you’ve been wanting to show your cards for a while now, haven’t you?” Poppy clutched his sleeve. “If we don’t want to add to Lily’s burden, then it’s time to take things into our own hands. We’ll evenge our parents and accomplish what Lily seeks to do.”
After a moment of thought, Bobby said, “Alright.”