บททั้งหมดของ The Tenth Monarch: บทที่ 41 - บทที่ 50

Thankfully, Wolfie didn't have to stew in fear and humiliation for long, as they soon arrived at Mr. Zarkonnen's clubhouse.When they arrived, it was just past noon.Having been informed of their imminent arrival, Mr. Zarkonnen stood at the front door to welcome Ted. Not many people were by his side, and although seemed like Ted wasn't getting a warm welcome, the fact that he was standing there personally spoke magnitudes of how important this was to him.He went so far as to personally open the car door for Ted when it arrived."It's an honor to have you here, Mr. York. Your presence brings light to our humble establishment!"Ted took a look at Mr. Zarkonnen and immediately understood everything. "You went through all the trouble of inviting me here, Mr. Zarkonnen, so wouldn't I be wasting your kind intentions if I didn't come?" he said casually.Hearing this, Mr. Zarkonnen raised his eyebrows and turned to look at Wolfie.His identity wasn't top secret since he was meeting Ted

The club had been completely cleared out, leaving Ted as the sole guest tonight. Granted, the establishment belonged to Mr. Zarkonnen, and it wasn’t open to the public in the first place.Inside the spacious private room, only Mr. Zarkonnen and Ted sat at the long dining table, which could easily accommodate twenty to thirty people, while the other seats remained empty.Was it because there was no one there to accompany them? Evidently not, but Mr. Zarkonnen had dismissed everyone else in a show of force.As plates of exquisite dishes and bottles of fine wine were continuously brought to the table. Mr. Zarkonnen smiled at Ted. "Mr. York, I'm unaware of your culinary preferences, so I requested my chefs to prepare their signature dishes. Regardless of whether we forge a friendship today, we should, at the very least, become acquainted."Before anything, I must apologize for my presumption in inviting you here and causing you discomfort. I'll punish myself with three drinks, so ple

Ted froze for a moment, his pupils contracting sharply.The Celestial Throne.How could he have not heard it, or not known about it?It was the very organization he had built with his own hands, a formidable power that had risen in the shadows after he left the Quills, making its mark on the world.He was the true master of the Celestial Throne, and the Tenth Monarch, standing at the top of the world. The one the world called the Forsaken Emperor.Years had passed, and due to certain circumstances, he had left the Celestial Throne just as he had once left the Quills. Yet now, he was hearing its name again, spoken from the mouth of a madman.Even more laughable was the fact that it was being used as a bargaining chip to either threaten or recruit him.Mr. Zarkonnen had no idea that Ted was the mysterious Tenth Monarch, the person they'd been looking for ever since he vanished.But seeing Ted's reaction, he misunderstood—he thought that the man in front of him was scared stiff by

Mr. Zarkonnen's face revealed a satisfied smile. As expected, even the dazzling Theodore Quill wasn't immune to the Celestial Throne.This was the best-case scenario."There's no need to be in such a rush, Mr. York. You know how secretive the Celestial Throne is, and many things simply aren't shared with those outside. It's not that I don't trust you, but we've only just started working together. Rest assured, I will report your achievements to Lord Cloudrider, and I'm sure he can tell you anything you want to know."In fact, given your reputation, I wouldn't be surprised if the Eastern King himself came to answer your questions."Ted glanced at Mr. Zarkonnen, offering a polite smile. "I understand your reservations, but I have some things that require your clarification. If you don't help me out, there'll be no way I can proceed.""Then please, ask me, by all means. If it's something I can answer, I promise to let you know."Ted raised his glass, took a sip of his drink, and chu

The Whites were an unavoidable topic.Considering how Mr. Zarkonnen was plotting to make all of Easton's underworld his, then there was absolutely no way around it.The White family was a century-old clan, deeply rooted in Easton. While they did not expand their influence in the underground, their influence in the region meant that they were far from uninvolved. Putting Viper Scorch and his personal relationship with the Whites aside, even the two other Giants had to bow their heads and show that family respect.Not to mention, Adam White was still alive.He, alone, was enough to represent the Whites' true strength. Adam wasn't just highly respected in Easton, no. One would be hard-pressed to find anyone with influence and renown matching his, even if they combed through the entire southeast region.Hence, while Mr. Zarkonnen could afford to disregard the other Giants of Easton, he had no choice but to consider the Whites' standing. Despite his earlier tough talk, he wouldn't