The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 1219

His companion added, "They seem fine, and there was quite a crowd. But some of the people following them don't appear to be from the Gordon family."

Neera's eyes lit up. "Yes, those are from the Medicina family, who have been traveling with us!"

Cayden nodded. "That's correct. There are many people, but I'm not sure how many exactly. But rest assured, they are all safe. They must have headed towards the mountain top. As long as we continue moving towards the top, we will definitely run into them."

Upon hearing these words, the heavy stone in Neera's heart finally lifted.

Thank goodness, Shane and the others are safe!

Immediately after, Cayden began discussing another important piece of information.

"By the way, when we were hiding last night, we overheard a passing family mention that the Lordsworth Estate is gathering their power, planning to eliminate the Bartitsu Guild in one swift move."

Upon hearing this, a faint glimmer appeared in Darcel's eyes, though he was not surprised.

Neera was somewhat taken aback. "Is that even possible? Wouldn't this result in a confrontation between two major forces?"

Cayden pursed his lips. "These two forces have always been at odds, so it's quite surprising to see the Medicina family working together with the Gordon family. But then again, you once saved the leader of Lordsworth Estate, so it's not entirely impossible. That gentleman seems like the type to repay kindness. The Medicina family has always held a significant position in Lordsworth Estate, despite being a medical family. Their status should not be underestimated. This time, the estate must have ordered the Medicina family to follow and protect you."

Hearing this, Neera's doubts were finally dispelled.

"I was wondering why the Medicina family has been following us and offering help. So, this is the reason."

Cayden was filled with curiosity. "Ms. Neera, what kind of person is the gentleman from Lordsworth Estate? What does he look like? It's so mysterious, and I have never even seen him once. You're so lucky to have saved his life."

Neera gave an embarrassed "hmm" before replying, "You might not believe this, but I really don't know."

"Huh? You don't know?" Cayden's voice rose in surprise.

"Indeed, over the years of my medical practice, I've treated and saved countless people. There are so many that I can't even remember them. If he hadn't revealed his identity, I wouldn't have known. Honestly, I'm probably more curious than any of you about the true identity of this Lord of Phison. Since I arrived in Phison, he has shown me considerable kindness. I really should thank him in person..."

Cayden found it hard to believe. "This is incredible, absolutely incredible!"

Suddenly, his expression turned mischievously sly, and he began to indulge in wild and fanciful imagination.

"Ms. Neera, I advise you not to have too many expectations. In my opinion, this lofty lord of Lordsworth Estate might just be an unattractive man with a face full of pockmarks, or perhaps a disabled person with an indomitable spirit. Maybe he feels that his appearance doesn't match the status of Lord of Phison, so to avoid ridicule and gossip from the people of Phison, he has chosen to remain a mysterious figure."

Darcel's face turned pale, his lips pressed into a tight, sharp curve. Suddenly, his gaze became somewhat terrifying.

Neera didn't realize it, but she actually took Cayden's words to heart. She tilted her head in confusion. "Huh? Is that true?"

Cayden nodded seriously, speaking as if it were the truth.

"It must be true. Otherwise, why hasn't he shown his face even once? Even if he usually avoids meeting people, he should at least say something at such an important event like the district president election, right? But look, Lordsworth Estate only sent their branch leader. Although the status of those seven branch leaders is highly respected, it still seems a bit lacking. So, it's probably that the lord himself doesn't want to come..."

Neera was swayed by his twisted logic and surprisingly found some sense in his words. She thoughtfully tapped her chin, murmuring, "So that's how it is..."

The corners of Darcel's mouth twitched, his face instantly turning as dark as a storm cloud.

"That's not true," he couldn't bear it any longer, suddenly interjecting, directly refuting Cayden's words.

"Huh? Do you know something?" Cayden looked at him curiously. "Oh right, you're from the Medicina family, you might have met that gentleman. Can you tell me about him?"

Suppressing his urge to strike someone, Darcel gave him a cold glance.

"Stop making baseless speculations. One must have evidence before speaking. You could be charged with slander for fabricating stories."

Cayden waved his hand nonchalantly. "Oh come on, we're just chatting to pass the time, so don't take it so seriously..."