Love at the Wrong Table.
Chapter 2278 Did Emmanuel Do It?
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Gwain had no idea what Gautier was planning, but one thing was clear–Gautier wasn’t his enemy. There was no reason for him to betray him. So, without hesitation, Gwain left after delivering his strike.
Once he was gone, Gautier pulled out a fake golden jad phoenix and placed it in the hands of the dying Master Theron. A smug grin spread across his face before he quickly disappeared into the night with Aora.
Mere moments later, the friars of the Chapel of Oros stormed into the scene.
“Master Theron!”
“Assassins! They’ve killed Master Theron!”
Panic spread like wildfire, and soon, the entire chapel was in an uproar.
Rumors quickly took shape–everyone was convinced that Emmanuel was behind the attack. The reason? A golden jade phoenix was found at the scene, an item many recognized as the one Emmanuel had once gifted Mackenzie.
Word traveled fast. It wasn’t long before the news reached the mountaintop, where the Zen Master was deep in preparation for the next day’s prayer ceremony and his much–anticipated duel with Yorick.
The moment he heard what had happened, he abandoned all thoughts of rest and rushed to see Master Theron’s lifeless body. One look was all it took–this had been a powerful palm strike. The killer knew exactly what they were doing.
“This technique… It’s the Northern Region Dragon–Breaking Palm!”
“It has to be Emmanuel! Look–Master Theron was clutching his belongings when he died!”
“That man is a ruthless killer! He’s slaughtered so many of our people already!”
“Zen Master, you must deliver justice! When Emmanuel arrives tomorrow, he must not leave alive!”
The friars shouted in rage, demanding vengeance.
However, the Zen Master remained silent.
Deep down, he already had his suspicions. This certainly looked like the work of the Northern Region Dragon–Breaking Palm, but something didn’t add up.
This technique wasn’t unfamiliar to him. After all, it had originated from the Chapel of Oros itself.
Over two decades ago, Santiago had escorted Artemis to the chapel to pray. At that time, the abbot personally entrusted him with the Reverse Dragon Palm scripture, believing it would complement his mastery a skill meant to neutralize powerful enemies and defend the nation.
Though Santiago later refined the original twenty–five moves into a shorter seventeen–style Northern Region Dragon–Breaking Palm, the essence remained the same.
Still, the damage would have been far greater if this had been a true Dragon–Breaking Palm strike. The entire ground beneath Master Theron should have shattered. Instead, only his internal organs had been crushed.
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There was something else, too.
From the impact, the Zen Master could tell–the attacker had also mastered the Dragon Tome.
Could this really be Emmanuel’s doing?
Perhaps tomorrow, when he saw Emmanuel’s moves for himself, he would know for sure.
That night, sleep was impossible–not just for the Zen Master, but for his opponent, Yorick.
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Under the heavy protection of Shoiya’s elite martial artists, Yorick had taken residence at a hotel near the Chapel of Oros.
He spent the evening meditating alone, clearing his mind for the battle ahead. Suddenly, he sensed something.
A presence.
Without turning around, he slightly opened his eyes.
Whoever got this close to him without making a sound was no ordinary fighter.
Then, a soft, steady voice broke the silence. “Forgive the intrusion, Lord Yorick.”
He recognized it instantly.
“Shouldn’t you be in Shoiya, protecting His Royal Majesty?” Yorick asked, his voice calm
yet firm.
The masked woman, Coralie Jasmin, stepped forward and replied, “His Royal Majesty is well–guarded. He doesn’t need me right now. I came to ensure your victory over Chanaea’s martial arts world tomorrow.”
Yorick didn’t even flinch. “I don’t need anyone’s help.”
He closed his eyes again. “What happens tomorrow has nothing to do with Shoiya.”
Coralie’s tone sharpened. “Perhaps, but Shoiya needs you to win.”
There was an unmistakable weight in her voice now.
She continued, “His Royal Majesty has given you a task. Tomorrow, you are to kill the President of Chanaea.”
Yorick remained motionless. “I know what needs to be done. I take orders from no one.”
“That’s not the answer I was expecting.” Without warning, Coralie’s expression turned cold. Her golden sword sliced through the air like a bolt of lightning in a flash, stopping just inches from Yorick’s throat.
Yorick’s eyes snapped open. A flicker of anger crossed his face.
“Lord Yorick, do not forget it was Shoiya’s forces that saved your life when Chanaea’s warriors nearly killed you. Besides, His Royal Majesty didn’t just offer you protection–he gave you wealth and status, calling you his most trusted ally. Now it’s time for you to return the favor,” Coralie warned, her voice sharp.
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Yorick said nothing.
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Though Coralie was Shoiya’s strongest female warrior, and her speed rivaled lightning itself, he wasn’t sure if her golden sword could break through his Golden Bell.
“You may not realize it yet, but Shoiya needs to send a message to the Eagle Nation,” she continued, pressing her advantage.
“Disrupting Chanaea is part of the plan. Do not underestimate what’s at stake. You’ve already turned your back on Chanaea. If you also defy Shoiya, you’ll be nothing but a stray dog with nowhere to go.”
“Enough!” Yorick’s patience finally snapped. With a wave of his right hand, a surge of raw energy erupted from his body.
Coralie barely had time to react. She twisted away, vanishing into the shadows and landing ten steps back.
Though shaken, she remained unharmed.
She let out a short scoff. “Hmph. I’ve delivered His Royal Majesty’s orders. Whether you follow them.or not… that’s on you.”
With that, she disappeared into the night.
Yorick shut his eyes once more.
Her presence didn’t shake him.
He already knew–whether he followed the order or not, Ethan wouldn’t make it out alive.
Too many people wanted him dead.
At sunrise, inside Congress, Ethan was still awake, finishing last–minute paperwork.
Despite the New Year’s Eve celebrations, he worked late into the night. After only a few hours of sleep, he stepped outside with his assistant.
Emmanuel and Mackenzie were waiting at the entrance
As he approached them, Ethan said, “Emmanuel, I heard what happened. The Zovince mayor has issued a warrant for your arrest. It’s better if you don’t follow me to Divine Mountain.”
Emmanuel understood Ethan’s reasoning.
First, Ethan wanted to keep him safe.
Second, given his status as president, bringing a wanted man to such a public event would only invite trouble.
Still, Emmanuel didn’t waver. “I’ve already made up my mind. I will walk with you until you are officially made President. Not only that, but my wife will also stand by my side.”
Ethan turned to Mackenzie.
The two exchanged a knowing smile and nodded in silent agreement.
“Emmanuel, I appreciate it,” Ethan replied, shaking his hand firmly.
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Still, he reassured him, “Don’t worry. Besides the Wolf Warrior Unit and the Imperial Guards, Chester is keeping watch over me. I’ll be fine.”
Emmanuel’s gaze flickered toward Chester, standing a few steps away.
Chester didn’t even look at him. He simply turned his face away, his stance cold and indifferent.
To him, Emmanuel wasn’t an ally.
Mackenzie unexpectedly spoke up, “Since Mr. Hale has assured his safety, Emmanuel and I won’t be joining you on your journey to Divine Mountain.”
Emmanuel was surprised, but he respected her decision. He thought, Well, we can discuss this later.
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