An Understated Dominance (Maria Vittori) novel Chapter 1770

Russo’s countenance reflected weakness as he explained, “I don’t know… I’m not familiar with that person.

“But he’s connected to the Ashen family. He came after me to rescue a woman named Lisa Ashen.”

“Ashen family? Lisa Ashen?” Reuben’s face darkened, prompting him to issue a swift command.

“You’ve got an hour. Fetch Lisa and her family immediately. We need to extract the truth from them!”

“Yes, sir!” Acknowledging the order, the Vern family members dispersed promptly. In the heart of Celestria in West Lucozia, the Vern family commanded substantial influence.

Beyond their wealth and prosperity, Reuben, as the family patriarch, held the dual roles of city general and commander of a formidable army numbering over ten thousand. His authority, which entailed control over the lives and deaths of ordinary citizens, was unquestionable.

Seeing Russo battered and bruised, Reuben was resolute. He was determined to capture the assailant and ensure severe consequences for anyone associated with the wrongdoer.

“Russo, don’t worry. Whoever harms you will pay with their blood!” Reuben declared firmly. At that moment, a phone call demanded attention.

After noticing the caller ID, Reuben’s expression shifted to seriousness. He gestured for medical staff to attend to Russo before hastening to a corner to answer the call discreetly. Soon, a composed voice relayed, “Mr. Vern, the prince requests your presence at the castle.”

“The prince?” Reuben queried cautiously, “General Steele, why would he summon me in the dead of night? What’s the matter?”

“The prince’s intentions are beyond our speculation. Hurry up, and don’t keep the prince waiting!” the voice responded before abruptly ending the call, leaving no room for further inquiries.