Noblesse Takeo Novels & Stories

the professor corrected. “You brought it into a chamber containing representatives from every single recognized territory,” Takoda continued. Professor Smith glanced around the long tables. “Also correct.” Takoda’s gaze settled fully on his face, heavy and unyielding. “And now you want to negotiate possession with the Crown?” Professor Smith’s throat moved as he swallowed hard. “Yes.” An absolute silence dropped over the room once more. My lips pressed tightly together. Takoda’s face remained a completely unreadable mask for two long seconds. Then, one corner of his mouth moved upward. Barely.

We descend into the dark, where Takumi is already waiting alongside a man I recognize—not a friend, but someone I’d seen around the Northbridge elite. “You’re behind schedule,” Takumi snaps. “The assets were late,” Ryder growls, dumping the body onto a cold metal table. “Consider the job done.” The other man shakes his head, a low chuckle vibrating in his chest. “I see what you meant,” he says to Takumi before pushing off the wall. “Gentlemen, I am Ren Takahashi.” He extends a hand, and I take it. “Kai Mercer.” He nods. “Takumi just gave me the rundown on your utility.” Ren finishes the formalities. “How do you find life under the thumb of the Lords?”

"Dr. Okoye! Come, sit with me." I slide onto the cushion beside her, keeping my scent entirely neutral. "Tade informed me that your silver needles are actually working," Naomi beams, her phone screen still glowing brightly. "If you can truly restore Kael’s wolf channels, the entire Adebayo Dominion will owe you a massive debt. I am so grateful." "It is my absolute honor to assist Master Kael," I reply, my voice tight.