The Deadly Assassin Robin by Tristan Storm

Chapter 228 Chapter 228 The Phoenix Vanguard's Crisis In the center of the Davidson family's villa hall in the Eastern Suburb, Ronald sat firmly in his wheelchair, with the Four Heavenly Kings standing behind him.

Kyler stood before Ronald, flanked by leaders from the Brookhaven Martial Alliance and the Davidson family. Walter Murray, Overseer of Phoenix Vanguard's Loyalty Hall, approached him, led by two Martial Alliance disciples.

As Overseer, Walter was responsible for conducting internal inspections and managing external communications.

His primary purpose in coming to Harmonfield was to deliver a letter from Drogo, the former Deputy Dragon Leader of Phoenix Vanguard.

"Mr. Quinn, Phoenix Vanguard's Dragon Token is now in Mr. Drogo's care, Walter said as he handed Drogo's handwritten letter to Ronald." "Mr. Drogo wanted you to know that Phoenix Vanguard and Divine Drakebane share a deep-seated grudge that cannot be reconciled." "Cassian Chapman, the former Dragon Leader of Phoenix Vanguard, and his wife were placed under house arrest after making a humiliating pact with Divine Drakebane years ago." Mr. Drogo has now used the Dragon Token to rally Phoenix Vanguard's elite fighters to end Divine Drakebane and cleanse Phoenix Vanguard of its shame." "Mr. Quinn, Mr. Drogo hopes to join forces with you in eliminating Divine Drakebane." Ronald chuckled. "Mr. Murray, it seems Mr. Drogo holds the Brookhaven Martial Alliance in very high regard." "We're in no position to challenge someone as powerful as Divine Drakebane. I fear our limited resources would be of little help." "Three years ago, under Cassian's leadership, Phoenix Vanguard reached its peak in fifty years. Rumor has it Divine Drakebane single-handedly defeated you all." "With what little we have, how could we even consider confronting someone like Divine Drakebane?" "Besides, we've never even seen this Divine Drakebane, nor do we have any personal grievances. Why would we invite trouble from such a demon?" Walter sneered. "Mr. Quinn, perhaps you're unaware, but Brookhaven Martial Alliance has long held grudges against Divine Drakebane." Ronald's calm smile persisted. "Mr. Murray, you shouldn't make such accusations lightly." Walter replied coldly, "Setting aside the incidents with Butcher and Mr. Spencer, both your grandson and granddaughter were hurt by this man. You already have a score to settle with him." At his words, the smile on Ronald's face froze.

"Mr. Murray, do you mean that the one who injured my granddaughter Ruby in today's ceremony is ... ?" Walter nodded. "Mr. Quinn, it's none other than Divine Drakebane!" "I'd assumed he was just sreckless newcomer in the underground with decent martial arts skills. I never imagined he was actually the legendary Divine Drakebane who once shook the entire underground!" "Had I not intervened at today's celebration, the entire Brookhaven Martial Alliance would've been wiped out! There's no way we can wade into such dangerous waters now." "Suppose even joining forces with Phoenix Vanguard wouldn't be enough to take him down, we'd only be walking straight to our own demise." Walter chuckled. "Mr. Quinn, while others may not know what the Brookhaven Martial Alliance is truly capable of, we in Phoenix Vanguard are fully aware." "That strange illness you suffered decades ago con far too suddenly. Rumor has it even the head of Healing Haven, Apollo Whitloc, couldn't cure you. And yet, here you are, alive and well." "People assumed that Southfist Grandmaster, one of the most fearsof his time, had been lost to that mysterious illness-but it seems the truth is different, isn't it, Mr. Quinn? You've been feigning illness all these years, haven't you?" "To keep up the act for so long takes an impressive patience, something beyond the reach of most." Kyler froze momentarily before snapping angrily, "What are you insinuating? My father's illness was well-known across the underground!" The leaders of the Brookhaven Martial Alliance were stunned by Walter's words, finding them absurd-like hearing a far-fetched legend.

Back then, Ronald had risen to becthe undisputed master of Southfist at the height of his power-why would he fake an illness and withdraw from the underground? "Such claims are utterly nonsensical!" Ronald glared sharply at Walter, then burst out laughing. "Mr. Murray, did Mr. Drogo receive sincorrect intelligence?" Walter smiled faintly and continued, "Mr. Quinn, you offended a mysterious figure years ago. It's rumored that this person has connections with a secret organization in the Draconia military." "You were worried that this individual would seek revenge and hinder your vision of establishing Draconia's largest Martial Alliance, so you feigned an illness to avoid that disaster." "For reasons unknown, this person mysteriously disappeared. Whether you had anything to do with it, perhaps only you know the truth." "I must say, maintaining a facade of illness for decades is truly impressive. Such a feat can only be achieved by someone with great aspirations!" "During the 40-plus years that you feigned illness, Brookhaven Martial Alliance has evolved from a minor martial arts sect to the largest sect in the Draconia martial arts world." "Mr. Quinn, we need not delve further into the details of this matter. As a Grandmaster, you surely had your own reasons for such actions." "My purpose here was simply to convey Mr. Drogo's intentions to you. Mr. Quinn, I believe that someone who aims for greatness will undoubtedly gauge the situation and seize the most advantageous moment to eliminate any threats." "Mr. Drogo feels that if Brookhaven Martial Alliance is willing to join forces with Phoenix Vanguard to eliminate our common enemy, tonight is the best opportunity! From this point forward, Phoenix Vanguard can offer Brookhaven Martial Alliance more collaborative opportunities." Walter looked at the Four Heavenly Kings and remarked, "Mr. Quinn, considering the top fighters you have, including yourself, few can defeat you in Draconia or anywhere else in the world." "If we do not act now, this opportunity may never cagain." Ronald laughed heartily. "In recent years, Drogo has done quite a bit to the position himself as the Dragon Leader of Phoenix Vanguard. Alright! Since Drogo is willing to take plunge, I will agree to join forces with you tonight to take out Divine Drakebane!" In the Secret Command Hub of Dragon Palace, located at Westhill Cemetery, Jack sat at the central conference table, reviewing the recent autopsy reports concerning the three bodies found in Westhill Cemetery, as well as their backgrounds and purposes for entering Draconia.

The researchers' findings still failed to determine why the blood of the three Sakuran warriors was completely drained from their bodies after death.

It appeared they had been drained of their blood by sstrange entity.

According to all the investigations, there was no known beast in this world that hunted other creatures in such a manner.

Yet, Jack was aware that decades ago, there had been an incredibly powerful figure whose cold weapon could accomplish such a feat! Back then, he only learned about it through svideo footage and had never seen the corpses himself. However, in the following decades, such incidents never occurred again.

Two Shadow Guards rushed in, saying, "General Grayson, we have important information to report to you." "What's going on?" Jack asked as he set down the photo in his hand.

"General Grayson, according to our intelligence network, there was a significant upheaval in Phoenix Vanguard last night. The Dragon_ Leader Cassian Chapman, has been placed under house arrest by Deputy Dragon Leader Drogo, who is now the Dragon Leader of Phoenix Vanguard." Jack frowned. "An upheaval in Phoenix Vanguard? That's something I didn't expect!" The Shadow Guard continued, "Drogo has held Cassian captive under the pretext of seeking vengeance for Phoenix Vanguard." "Tonight, he dispatched Phoenix Vanguard's Seven Evils to infiltrate Harmonfield." "Additionally, various experts from Phoenix Vanguard are all rushing to this Harmonfield." "They want revenge for Phoenix Vanguard? What are they doing in Harmonfield? Is there a target for them to avenge?"

The Shadow Guard shook his head.

"General Grayson, we're still unclear about that. We have yet to receive information on who they intend to target for their revenge upon infiltrating Harmonfield." At that moment, Jack received a secret message: "The goal of Phoenix Vanguard's experts entering Harmonfield is to kill Robin Ramsey!" Jack's eyes lit up upon seeing the news. "Robin Ramsey? It seems this young man has quite an impressive background!" After pondering for a moment, a meaningful smile crept onto Jack's lips.

The Shadow Guard didn't understand what Jack meant but continued tial reporting, "General Grayson, at the Brookhaven Martial Alliance om celebration at Harmonfield Hotel, the Quinns had a confrontation with a young man named Robin." "Although the Quinn family appeared to have compromised and backed down, reliable intelligence suggests that Ronald is preparing to take action against Robin tonight." "Moreover, Phoenix Vanguard has already made contact with Ronald; they have decided to join forces to eliminate Robin." "Oh? It seems tonight will be bustling with activities!" Jack was stunned for a while.

It appeared that Robin was indeed someone significant, having drawn the attention of so many underground bigwigs aiming to deal with him.

One was the Brookhaven Martial Alliance, the largest martial arts sect in Draconia, while the other was the established sect, Phoenix Vanguard.

To becan opponent of such organizations was not something an ordinary person could achieve.

Jack pondered for a moment before looking at the Shadow Guard. "Deploy our resources immediately Track tonight's entire assassination attempt on Robin by Phoenix Vanguard and Brookhaven Martial Alliance." "Are we taking any action, General Grayson?" the Shadow Guard asked hesitantly.

"We're only conducting silent surveillance. It must remain completely confidential and undetectable." "For this operation, don't set up any equipment in advance, and don't alert Phoenix Vanguard or Brookhaven Martial Alliance. No instruments of any kind are allowed!" "I have one last update, General. Tristan Neville from the martial arts family has brought all the experts from his family into Draconia and is now headed toward Harmonfield." "I see." Jack nodded. After the Shadow Guard departed, he sank deep into thought.

Tristan's purpose in going to Harmonfield is Robin. Who is this young man, exactly? Why has Dragon Palace's intelligence network shown no reaction to his entry into Draconia? Even Draconia's top intelligence agency has failed to uncover his background. What is his true identity? Could he be the one Dragon Palace has been secretly seeking all along? Jack began pacing, recalling his encounters with Robin. He hadn't noticed anything unusual about the young man.

Nevertheless, tonight's operation by Brookhaven Martial Alliance and Phoenix Vanguard was bound to reveal Robin's true identity!