Chapter 450: The Wager Begins

"What if… Mr. Wheeler of the War City Quixall Family really did die by my hand?" "Boom!" The few casual words hit like a boulder dropped into still water, sending shockwaves through every heart. Flynn Lincoln, Faye Lincoln, Everett Waller, Luet Skyler… their nerves snapped tight. At the same time, Damian Quixall, who had been facing away from them, halted mid-step as if someone had nailed his feet to the deck. The air turned taut in an instant. The Giant Vessel fell into dead silence. Benson...