From Outcast to Overlord The Unyielding Heir (Leander Ashcroft) novel Chapter 249

Chapter 249 Northern or Southern Wyvern Blade?

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Among those present, Jade and Victor were aware that Leander was the chairman of Jeff Enterprises. Colin, however, knew even more–he knew that Leander wasn’t just a business leader, but also one of the most formidable and sought–after martial artists in all of Astria.

Skyler might have been selected for the elite Wyvern Blade and granted exceptional privileges -even enough to disregard someone as powerful as Frankie, who ruled an entire city. But Colin understood full well that while Skyler’s achievements were impressive, they were nothing compared to Leander’s.

Leander alone commanded all of Mornwick–his power and influence were on a whole different level. A newly inducted member of the Wyvern Blade, like Skyler, didn’t even come close. Not to mention, Leander held the top spot on the Astria Power Index—he was the undefeated king.

Skyler had no idea who he was dealing with. Wearing a confident smile, he looked Leander straight in the eyes, his expression bold and self–assured.

With a faint smirk, he extended his hand toward Leander–a gesture laced with hidden intent.

He was baiting him. If Leander dared to shake his hand, Skyler was ready to teach him a painful lesson. To someone in the Wyvern Blade, dealing with a civilian would be child’s play. A bit of pressure from his grip, and Leander would be howling in pain, humiliated in front of everyone.

“You don’t need to tell me who you are,” Leander said coolly. “I’m not interested, and I don’t care to get to know you.”

He didn’t even blink. His expression remained calm and unreadable as he casually lifted his mug–making it very clear he had no intention of shaking Skyler’s hand.

The room shifted instantly. A few people who didn’t know who Leander was looked on in disbelief.

Skyler and Colin were both top graduates of Ravenridge Senior High–alumni who had gone on to dominate their respective fields. Their very presence carried weight, and few would dare challenge them, let alone ignore them outright.

But Leander had shown not the slightest hint of discomfort facing him. Instead, he’d publicly brushed him off without hesitation–even ignoring his outstretched hand. It was the first time any of them had seen someone do that in all these years. Not even Colin back then had ever dared go that far.

Whispers stirred among the group. Who was this man in plain clothes? What gave him the confidence to treat Skyler like that?

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Skyler’s hand lingered awkwardly in the air, but his eyes stayed calm–though a hint of disdain curled at the corner of his mouth.

If it had been anyone else provoking him like this–boldly saying they were after the woman he liked–he would’ve confronted them head–on without a second thought. But Leander’s refusal to shake hands or even engage didn’t come off as strength to him. It looked more like fear and avoidance, which only made him feel even more sure of himself.

A young man beside Skyler suddenly rose to his feet, a sharp look in his eyes as he addressed Leander. “Hey man, Skyler was just trying to be friendly. Fine, you don’t want to shake his hand -that’s your choice. But saying you’re not even interested in knowing him? Don’t you think that’s a bit much?

“This is a gathering for the core student council members from the last few graduating classes of Ravenridge Senior High. Skyler used to be the vice president. Hate to say it, but you’re just an outsider. If you’re not interested in getting to know him, are you saying you don’t care to know the rest of us either?”

The guy clearly had Skyler’s back. They’d been classmates and close friends. Skyler had helped him more than once, and now that Skyler’s interest in Yvette was obvious, this was his chance to show loyalty.

He wasn’t rich or powerful, but he was the son of a small business owner over in Eastvale District. That gave him just enough confidence to pick a fight with someone who, to him, looked like an average nobody.

Another guy chimed in, his voice icy.

“Yeah. If you can’t even show basic respect to our former VP, then maybe you don’t belong here at all. Why’d you show up in the first place?”

The two men spoke up, and several other student council leaders from the same graduating class quickly joined in, whispering and pointing fingers at Leander. Only Eleanor, along with Colin and Victor, remained silent–too wary to say a word.

Eleanor stayed quiet out of respect for Yvette, while Colin and the others were simply afraid.

Seeing everyone attack Leander like he was an outsider, Yvette’s eyes grew cold. She spoke up sharply.

“Conrad, Dean, what do you think you’re doing? Leander came here with me–who are you to tell him to leave?”

Yvette’s eyes narrowed slightly. “If that’s the case, should I leave with him too?”

The two young men immediately waved their hands, trying to backtrack.

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“Yvette, you’re taking it too far. That’s definitely not what we meant!

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“But he wouldn’t even shake Skyler’s hand or show him any respect–you saw it yourself. It’s clear he looks down on us!”

They would never risk offending Yvette. The truth was, this gathering had been orchestrated by Skyler with one goal: getting her to show up. If she left, it would ruin everything.

A flicker crossed Yvette’s eyes–she knew full well the connection those two had with Skyler. Her resolve hardened, and she spoke firmly.

“Conrad, Dean, I’ve always respected you as upperclassmen, but there are some things I need to make clear.

“I begged him to come with me to this gathering. Otherwise, with your status, what right would either of you have to sit at the same table with him?

“And you’re right about one thing–none of you matter to him. He does look down on you.”

The room went dead silent. Aside from the few who knew the truth about Leander, everyone else froze in place–even Skyler’s eyes narrowed with a flicker of disbelief.

Yvette had always been poised and polite, the very image of grace. No one had ever seen her raise her voice, let alone pick a fight.

But today, Yvette was like a fierce defender of her man–her words sharp and unyielding, leaving no room for mercy. Everyone was taken aback, quickly followed by quiet resentment.

By saying Conrad and Dean weren’t worthy to sit with Leander—and knowing that the others present held similar status–wasn’t she basically saying none of them deserved to be at the same table with him either?

“Yvette, what exactly do you mean by that?” Dean’s eyes flashed with anger, clearly offended.

“I’m just telling you and Conrad to recognize your place and stop embarrassing yourselves,” Yvette shot back without hesitation.

Yvette’s usual grace gave way to steel. She’d brought Leander here, and all he’d gotten in return was Skyler’s provocation and everyone else’s hostility. She wasn’t about to let that slide.

Dean and Conrad were stunned into silence. Skyler didn’t speak either–but the look in his eyes darkened.

He’d never seen Yvette defend another man like that before. And worst of all? That man wasn’t him.

Looks like Yvette really likes this guy, huh?

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He was hesitating whether to speak up when Leander’s gaze suddenly landed on him, a hint of amusement flickering in his eyes.

“This afternoon, you told me to find out what Wyvern Blade really is.

“Now, I’m curious—did you make it into the Northern Wyvern Blade, or the Southern one?”

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