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Chapter 585 - 388: Escaping with the Treasure_3

Chapter 585: Chapter 388: Escaping with the Treasure_3

Kawashima Yosuke felt as if there were countless sharp blades stirring in his chest. The efforts of two generations of National Masters and the perseverance of the nation for six hundred years, along with the sacrifice of countless brave people, all came to naught because they trusted a traitor!

He wanted to scream with frustration, but he dared not...

Kawashima Yosuke spent a sleepless night, thinking about how to deal with the situation. As dawn approached, he used another Communication Talisman to deliver a message to the leader of the Sangdao Secret Spy Agency outside the inn: Hunt down Aries and return to Osaki Magatama!

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Reporting directly to the South Prison Town Comforting Office, the Sangdao Delegation was discretely A notable suspicion soon emerged: the Deputy Ambassador Aries Derek had disappeared!

This part of the Capital was under the jurisdiction of the Central Prison. Master Dunn warned Owen to be cautious with the Sangdao Delegation, not to stir up trouble, and at the same time, he also ordered the Central Prison Colby Dominic to send someone to watch over the entire delegation.

Yesterday, during the Palace Examination, the Sangdao Delegation entered the palace to watch the ceremony. The Military Officer of the Central Prison discovered that Aries Derek had left alone and had, of course, sent someone to follow him, but they had eventually lost track of him.

Until now, Aries Derek had not been found.

Master Dunn was furious, which was why the three commanders of the five great powers of the Horizon Bureau: Abner Lane, Nick Liam, and Colby Dominic were all called over by Master Dunn, along with the Commanding Chieftain Geoff Ford of the General government.

Owen humbly took the lowest seat.

Master Dunn slammed his fist on the table in anger, "Colby Dominic, you have done a terrible job!"

"I have warned you time and time again that the Sangdao Delegation is harboring ill intentions. I told you to keep an eye on them! What is the Horizon Bureau doing? How could such a man disappear in the Capital?! You guys can’t even handle basic assignments, what’s the point of having you in the Central Prison?"

Colby Dominic’s old face flushed red. As the Sixth Great Realm, even His Majesty had to show some respect. When had he ever been so blatantly scolded?

However, he didn’t dare to argue with the old man. Facing Master Dunn, he always felt guilty and submissive. Although the old man’s cultivation was lower than his, his actions over the years spoke for himself. This was the confidence of a pure official, and deep down Colby Dominic had immense respect towards the old man.

However, Colby Dominic felt wronged. The experts who were watching the inn had been diverted to investigate Lord Porter’s case. This matter had actually been ordered by His Majesty, but he didn’t dare to lay the blame on His Majesty.

Moreover, who would have expected His Majesty to stop caring suddenly about this case!

Furthermore, it was embarrassing for the formidable Horizon Bureau to lose track of someone on their own turf.

Colby Dominic took a deep breath and promised, "I guarantee to the old man that within three days, the Central Prison will find Aries Derek!"

Having said that, he turned and left, determined to personally oversee the matter.

Master Dunn shook his head and sighed. Seeing that he was no longer needed, Geoff Ford also stood up to take his leave, "Old man, I will go back first. There are still matters to attend to at the General government."

Master Dunn waved his hand: "Master Enoch, please."

Before leaving, Geoff Ford said to Owen, "The Central Prison’s eyes that were stationed in Master Owen’s mansion have been withdrawn by my orders."

Owen thanked him, and Geoff Ford continued, "In a few days, I will host a banquet to celebrate Master Owen’s success! Master Owen, you have taken first place in the Dragon and Snake List, defeated the Sangdao experts, and increased the prestige of our Horizon Bureau."

Owen could only agree, "You’re too kind, I am overwhelmed by your favor, and I will definitely be there."

Geoff Ford nodded to him and left.

Nick Liam’s gaze rested on Owen, "Little Owen, you haven’t fulfilled the promise you made to me."

Owen felt a headache coming on, knowing that the inevitable had finally arrived. Pretending to be aggrieved, he shrank back and looked repeatedly at Master Lane for help. But at this time, Master Lane naturally turned a blind eye.Fortunately, Master Dunn was relatively conscientious and said, "Stop fooling around. I’ve asked the few of you to stay because I have important matters to discuss with you."

Nick Liam and Abner Lane became serious. Adonis Dunn said, "I intend to restructure the Horizon Bureau and reunify the Five Major Town Stabilizing Divisions."

Both men frowned.

"I’ve had this idea for some time. The recent incident with Aries has only strengthened my resolve. The Five Major Town Stabilizing Divisions, governed according to geographical divisions, have too many flaws. For example, the Central Prison was weak this time and did not ask for help from other divisions, resulting in Aries’ escape."

Owen Bertram sat silently on one side; it wasn’t his place to speak up about such important matters yet. As for the drawbacks of the divided Horizon Bureau, Master Owen knew well enough, he could have talked a whole basketful about it, easily drinking all of Master Dunn’s three pots of tea.

"I know this matter involves a lot, so both of you should go back and think carefully about it. Next time, provide your opinions to me."

Nick Liam suddenly smiled, "Why bother, Master Dunn? I’m afraid the general government has already had the same idea. Little Owen knows about this matter, and if you ask him, you’ll understand."

After saying that, Nick Liam stood up, saluted Adonis Dunn, and took his leave.

Adonis was surprised as he looked at Owen Bertram. Naturally, Owen had no reason to hide anything and explained the subtle changes in Geoff Ford’s attitude. Master Dunn slowly sat back down, pondered for a while, and then said, "This situation is crucial, and I will investigate further. You and Master Lane should go back, and the South Prison Town Comforting Office should also investigate Aries’ case secretly. At this point, don’t worry about those details anymore."

Abner Lane agreed. After leaving with Owen Bertram, he took Owen onto his carriage, "Regarding Aries’ case, do you really have no clue?"

Owen Bertram found that the Masters were really overestimating him... perhaps because he had always unexpectedly provided them with pleasant surprises before?

"I really don’t have a clue, not even hiding any. I’m also very puzzled about what the Sangdao people want to do."

"Really don’t have?"

"Really don’t have!"

"Alright, the second matter, if Geoff Ford invites you to a banquet, you must find a way to figure what’s going on within the general government. This matter is very important to Master Dunn."

Owen nodded, "I will do my best."

"Don’t just say ’do your best’, you have to get it done!" Abner Lane was unexpectedly firm as he explained to Owen’s puzzled face, "What I said about it being very important to Master Dunn wasn’t as simple as you might think. This is not only about Master Dunn’s restructuring of the Horizon Bureau, but also about his personal matters."

Owen’s face was full of doubt, and Abner Lane sighed heavily, explaining, "Master Dunn once brought his wife to the Capital for the exams, but she was forced by a prodigal son of the Capital to commit suicide in order to preserve her reputation due to her beauty. Master Dunn was deeply affected by this and failed the first examination.

He sought justice everywhere in the Capital, but no one was willing to right his wrongs. He later learned that the prodigal son was an adopted son of Harrison Ainsworth!

Master Dunn was heartbroken by the darkness of the official circles, where no one was acting for the people. He returned to his hometown for malicious study, passed the second examination, but was suppressed by Harrison Ainsworth again after becoming a scholar, and was assigned to a local post. He floated up and down for decades until Harrison Ainsworth was jailed, and only then was he transferred back to the capital, gradually making his way to his current position."

Owen opened his mouth but couldn’t find the words to speak. Perhaps this experience in his youth was the root cause of Master Dunn’s dedication to making Wood Dynasty’s public welfare his top priority and bringing it back on track.

"You must find out on Master Dunn’s behalf whether or not Harrison Ainsworth regained consciousness!"

Owen nodded, "Rest assured, Master, I will do my utmost!"

Abner Lane sent Owen to his residence, and upon getting off the carriage, Owen continued to ponder about Aries and Harrison Ainsworth’s cases. Where had Aries gone? The key to the conspiracy of the Sangdao Delegation must be the Deputy Envoy. As long as he was found, all questions would be easily answered.

Just as Owen was pondering this, he saw Verna burst out of their house in excitement, "Brother!" Owen’s face changed in fear of being tackled by Verna like before, but he knew he couldn’t play around with her like in the past, as he was now in a high position.

Fortunately, Verna stopped in front of him, her chubby feet creating a cloud of dust on the ground as she braked, "There are visitors!"

Verna was very excited, Owen asked, puzzled: "Who is it that makes you so excited?"