Chapter 20


    Before Yorick could finish speaking, his head was shattered by a punch.


    Blood spurted, staining the night sky red.


    “Are you okay?”


    Ashley looked at the outstretched hand in front of her, a mixture of skepticism and curiosity evident in


    her gaze. “Are you Avaloria’s Warlord?”


    He was so young.


    While questioning him, she extended her fair hand.


    “Ouch!” Ashley suddenly cried out, her expression contorted in pain. She had just stood up, but her


    lack of bnce caused her to stumble and fall backyard.


    Xavier quickly caught her around the waist.


    “I will take you back, he said, his voice calm and reassuring, as he guided her toward the Frostfire


    Legion camp with. determined steps.


    “Swish!”


    The wind roared in their ears, but none of it touched Ashley’s face. She was shielded by the protective


    presence of Xavier.


    In that moment, she found sce and security, her worries momentarily forgotten as she sought refuge


    in the embrace of his sturdy frame.


    Thump. Thump.”


    Ashley listened intently to the powerful heartbeat beside her ear, its rhythm resonating within her. The


    sound of Xavier’s heartbeat, strong and steady, captivated her senses, filling her with a mix of awe and


    vulnerability,


    Her heartbeat inexplicably elerated. She was very nervous.


    This feeling intoxicated her, making her lose herself in it and unable to extricate herself.


    as


    An hourter, as they gazed at the brightly lit Frostfire Legion camp not far away, Xavier came to a halt,


    signaling their arrival.


    “We’re here


    With utmost care he ced Ashley on the ground, ensuring her safety before turning to walk away


    “Wait..


    Ashley suddenly called out to Xavier, paused, and then asked, “What’s your name?”


    The night wind blew across Xavier’s face, ruffling his hair as he stood like a stoic statue, his presence


    unwavering. Only his lips moved as he replied. “A passerby


    With that, he disappeared into the vast expanse of the night.


    Watching Xavier’s receding figure, Ashley pursed her thin red lips, determination etched on her face. I


    must find out your name, she whispered to herself.


    “Ashley.”


    Jacob approached and saw Ashley standing there in a daze, his brow furrowing with concern. He


    couldn’t help but notice state and feltpelled to inquire. Are you injured!”


    “Yes, Ashley nodded, a smile of contentment spreading across her face. “Thanks to my injury.


    She turned and walked toward the Frostline Legion camp, limping


    Watching Ashley hobble away, Jacob frowned more deeply. “Why is she so happy when she’s injured?”


    Jacob wondered aloud, unable toprehend the source of her unwavering joy amidst physical


    difort.


    That night, the Northern Territory battlefield descended into an unusual state of restlessness.


    Four Warriors from the Thirteen Nations Alliance had perished overnight, while one remained missing,


    casting a somber shadow over the alliance.


    “Damn it, who killed Mr. Beauregard, and who kidnapped Yvette!”


    In Eldoria’s camp, Quentin roared in madness.


    Filled with rage and frustration, he vented his anguish by smashing everything within his reach. The


    room turned into a chaotic mess mirroring his turmoil.


    “Damn it, who killed Sna’s great Warrior Yorick!


    Warriors are


    “Holy crap! Both of Freiton’s Warriors are dead!


    Another cry of despair echoed through the Thirteen Nations Alliance as the news of the fallen Warriors


    reached the ears of those who had fought alongside them. Alron, the suprememander, was now


    furious.


    “Alron, what happened tonight must be because a Warlord of Avaloria appeared.” Itherael’s voice


    resonated with a calm certainty as he analyzed the situation with a discerning eye.


    Alron madded solemnly, acknowledging the truth in Itherael’s words.


    To easily kill four Warriors, that man’s strength had to be at least at the Warlord level.


    He said in a deep voice, “Since Avaloria has sent a Warlord, theracl, you can go into battle”


    Itherael epted the responsibility bestowed upon him,s voke steady and resolute. “Yes,” he replied.


    He then let thrmand room.


    This time, in the War of the Hundred Kingdoms, Maritania deployed 10 Warriors, four of whom were


    Warlords, including Itherael and two others named Disael and Morgana.


    As darkness rouded the Northern Territor, theracl, who had roamed the night, had not encountered


    any Avalori Warlord or even an ordinary Warrior.


    Even a single Warrior-level powerhouse had not been encountered


    III


    Even though she was not in need of money at the moment, and she had no interest in it, Lucretia


    decided to find a job to pass the time.


    She was also waiting for Navier toe back.


    “Lucretia.”


    In the interview room, a voice rang out.


    Hearing that, Lucretia entered the room and saw an enchanting woman in a long dress.


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    She looked about 25 or 26, with a fair face, delicate eyebrows, attractive eyes, and a graceful smile at


    the corner of her mouth.


    A pair of well-endowed brea is adorned her figure, which was even more impressive than Lucretia’s.


    The split hem of the long dress, starting from the roots of her thighs, revealed a pair of slender long


    legs with a fair and glossy glow.


    With a seductive look in her eyes, she sized Lucretia up.


    “You must be Lucretia. The woman spoke first.


    Lucretia, slightly puzzled, asked, “Do you know me?”


    “The first beauty in Oceanheim, who doesn’t know you?” the woman continued.


    “Alright, let me introduce myself. I am Cynthia Lopez, the CEO of Diamonds Group.”


    After Cynthia finished speaking, she pushed a form in front of Lucretia. “If there’s no problem, sign it.”


    To be a financial manager?”


    Lucretia was excited. Her bright big eyes trembled slightly.


    She could not believe that Diamonds Group had decided to hire her, and the job offered was to be the


    financial manager.


    At the moment, she had a dreamy feeling.


    Before leaving the Pemberley Group, Lucretia had worked in financial management.


    The Pemberley Group was run by her family, and working in Diamonds Group was different


    This group was a cross-tier conglomerate with assets of tens of trillions, like a massive business giant


    Before the interview, i utretia did some research, so she had some understanding of Diamonds Group,


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    “What’s wrong? Not satisfied? Cynthia raised her eyebrows.


    “I’m satisfied with this.” Lucretia,ing to her senses, nodded.


    Cynthia looked at Lucretia and said. I will call you Lucretia. Your job is quite simple, just manage the


    money. For orders below 2 billion dors, you have the authority to approve them directly.


    “Oh, by the way, next week, we will hold a diamond auction in Oceanheim. This is Diamonds Group’s


    first business activity entering Avaloria Lucretia, prepare for it.”


    “Okay, Lucretia said and then turned and left.


    In the room, Cynthia picked up a cigarette, lit it, and took a deep puff her expression trance-like


    the


    She murmured to herself. “You want me to train her to be the sessor of Diamonds Group? Okay, I


    promise you.


    “I once swore that if you saved my life, I would be your shadow forever, blocking all the enemies behind


    you.


    “Lucretia, don’t let me down


    On the other side, Lucretia arrived at the financial department of Diamonds Group.


    As soon as she entered, she heard an extremely arrogant voice, “Kneel and lick it clean.


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