Muttering softly, Moros dismissed the general manager, who had been controlled by magic.
Two hours and forty-five minutes later.
The mayor of Fuyuan City suddenly received shocking news: Mr. Edward and his entire family, the magnates who controlled the city's media empire, had been attacked by unidentified enemies.
According to preliminary reports, the family estate had been completely destroyed. The scene was too horrible to bear.
So far, rescue workers had not found a single survivor.
"Do we have any suspects?"
Clutching the report tightly in his hand, the mayor of Fuyuan City asked his secretary in a trembling voice.
With a grave expression, the secretary handed over another report and spoke in a low voice.
"Mr. Mayor, we suspect it was him."
The mayor took the report, his gaze sweeping over its contents as an inexplicable fear rose within him.
Every word in the report was like an icy blade stabbing into his heart.
Based on the investigation results from the scene, this attack bore a startling resemblance to the tragedy from two years ago...
Furthermore, according to several unconfirmed witnesses, they had seen dragon-like creatures circling in the sky during the attack...
The mayor took a deep breath and tried to calm himself.
He knew that this incident would have far-reaching consequences for all of Fuyuan City.
Just as countless thoughts raced through his mind, the public telephone on his desk suddenly rang.
The mayor quickly composed himself and picked up the phone.
"Hello?"
"Mr. Mayor."
The voice of the director of Fuyuan City's Bureau of Industry and Commerce came from the other end of the line, carrying a trace of nervousness.
"We've received several applications, all requesting the emergency transfer of XX Entertainment Company shares..."
Listening to the director's report, the mayor's expression instantly turned grave.
A Gift for Eden
Fuyuan City held the same importance on the Mu Continent as New York did in the United States of America.
For this man to have risen to the position of mayor of Fuyuan City, his intelligence was naturally beyond question.
Without needing the director of the Bureau of Industry and Commerce to say anything more, the mayor of Fuyuan City immediately linked this highly abrupt share transfer to the destruction of House Edward.
Then a new question presented itself before the mayor of Fuyuan City.
Should he intervene in this clearly suspicious share transfer on behalf of the Mu Continent authorities?
If the investigation report on the destruction of House Edward had not pointed toward Moros, the mayor of Fuyuan City would certainly have intervened without hesitation.
But now, Moros's shadow seemed to loom behind the incident.
That made the mayor's decision exceptionally difficult.
He had to carefully consider whether intervening would invite Moros's retaliation, and what consequences that retaliation might bring to Fuyuan City—or even the Mu Continent.
For a powerful bureaucrat like the mayor of Fuyuan City, Moros's existence and deeds had long been an open secret.
Any senior bureaucrat who knew the situation would deeply fear a terrorist who openly defied Mu Continent law, dared to mobilize an army to besiege a city, and had even engaged the Mu Continent's regular forces in fierce combat.
The councilman's fate and the destruction of his family were not only vivid proof of Moros's madness, but also a harsh warning to everyone in the know.
These senior bureaucrats all had families and careers. They understood that once they became targets of Moros's revenge, the consequences would be unbearable.
No one wanted to follow in the councilman's footsteps!
Therefore, after carefully weighing the pros and cons, the mayor of Fuyuan City instructed the director of the Bureau of Industry and Commerce to wait and see, and not interfere in any way.
Fuyuan City's interests belonged to the Mu Continent. His life belonged to himself. The mayor had no desire to gamble with the lives of his entire clan.
Having received the mayor's approval, the director of Fuyuan City's Bureau of Industry and Commerce naturally knew what to do.
Under the director's guidance, the bureau's clerks displayed remarkably high efficiency and professionalism.
As a new day broke and the sun slowly rose over the horizon, Fuyuan City's largest entertainment company—XX Entertainment Company—underwent a major change in ownership.
House Edward, once renowned throughout the urban cluster centered around Fuyuan City, lost control of the company. In its place came a previously unknown artist—Eden.
Through magical communication via the Spectre Jar, Eden learned of Moros's invitation to meet.
Out of trust in her friend, Eden did not hesitate long before gladly accepting Moros's invitation.
When the two finally met face-to-face, Moros skipped any unnecessary pleasantries and went straight to the heart of the matter.
"Eden, the problem has been solved."
As he spoke, he gently pushed several documents across the table. They were the share transfer agreements for XX Entertainment Company.
"How about it? I told you leaving it to me wouldn't be a problem."
Wearing a confident, smug smile, Moros leaned forward slightly, his hands folded over his chest as he stared intently at Eden.
He was eager to know how this beautiful, gentle young woman would react to the share transfer agreements.
The terms in the documents were complex, and every detail had been carefully planned and arranged.
The seal representing the Mu Continent authorities' approval left Eden even more astonished.
She froze, a complicated swirl of emotions rising in her heart.
Though she had long known Moros was no ordinary person, Eden had never imagined that her problem would be resolved in this way.
"Moros, I'm truly grateful for your help."
Eden's voice trembled slightly as she looked up at him, her eyes filled with confusion and unease.
"But I don't understand... why are you doing this?"
As an artist with some renown at XX Entertainment Company, Eden knew all too well the value represented by these share transfer agreements.
This had clearly gone far beyond an ordinary gift between friends.
She had a clear understanding of her own beauty. Facing the young man before her, she feared that some burden she could not bear was hidden behind this sudden, lavish gift.
Seeing Eden's reaction, a flash of satisfaction passed through Moros's eyes.
He knew he had already left an extremely deep impression in Eden's heart.
It was impossible for Moros to have no feelings for Eden at all.
However, Moros had no intention of laying his cards on the table yet.
Confession was not gambling. It was merely a ceremony used to confirm a relationship.
Before he was certain, Moros would not expose the delicate relationship between them.
That could easily leave them unable to remain even friends.
Thus, Moros slowly leaned back into his chair, his hands still folded over his chest as he smiled at Eden.
"Eden, your doubts are perfectly normal."
Moros spoke gently, his voice carrying a soothing strength.
Of course, this was not an effect that mere words could achieve. It was the result of his use of the first-tier Light Magic, Divine Strength.
At that moment, Divine Strength was no longer an enhancement spell meant to increase attack power. It transformed into a force that soothed the mind and inspired the heart, dispelling Eden's concerns.
Under Moros's reassurance, Eden gradually calmed down.
Seeing this, Moros continued.
"My friend, perhaps you think these share transfer agreements are incomparably valuable, but believe me—given your talent and potential, gifts like this will soon become commonplace."
Moros paused, seemingly searching for the right words. Then he continued.
"I promise you that there is no malice or trap behind this share transfer. I did this because I firmly believe that you possess extraordinary talent and charm. These shares will be your springboard to a greater stage."
Moros's words were filled with trust in Eden, and light gleamed in his eyes.
He was not lying. Moros knew well that with XX Entertainment Company's full support, Eden's artistic path would become broader and smoother.
However, he did not reveal all of his plans and intentions.
Moros believed that after this, he would occupy a place in Eden's heart.
Even as the years passed and time flowed on, Eden would not forget everything that had happened today.
Feeling the sincere emotions contained in Moros's words, warmth surged through Eden's heart.
"Moros, I..."
Eden tried to say something, but Moros gently interrupted her.
"There's no need to say anything. We're friends, after all."
Moros said with a smile, his eyes revealing an indescribable tenderness and protectiveness.
At that moment, Eden felt an unprecedented sense of peace and security.
She knew that no matter what challenges and hardships awaited her in the future, she would have someone to rely on.
"Thank you."
Staring earnestly into Moros's eyes, Eden's eyes shimmered with grateful tears.
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The Power Holders of Fuyuan City
After handing the share transfer agreements to Eden, Moros did not retreat into the Demiplane as quickly as he usually did.
On the contrary, he checked into the presidential suite of a renowned luxury hotel in Fuyuan City in an exceptionally high-profile manner.
Moros's actions were not reckless, but the result of careful consideration.
He knew very well that once news of Eden becoming a major shareholder of XX Entertainment Company spread, many people would inevitably target her.
After House Edward fell, countless eyes had turned toward the immense inheritance it had left behind, hoping to claim it for themselves.
To protect Eden and allow her to pursue her artistic dreams without distraction, Moros decided to personally meet with the city's power holders for some in-depth discussions.
Just as Moros had expected, the day after he checked into the hotel, invitations to meet from Fuyuan City's power holders appeared before him.
Faced with the joint invitation from Fuyuan City's power holders, Moros gave them considerable face.
"Mm, then let's go."
Though Moros's willingness to cooperate surprised the officials who had come to invite him, the bureaucrats had been repeatedly warned by their superiors before coming here. They did not dare meddle in matters that were not theirs to handle.
Escorted by specially arranged cars and police vehicles from the Fuyuan City government, Moros arrived at an estate on the outskirts of the city.
This seemingly ordinary estate was one of the places where the mayor of Fuyuan City and the patriarchs of families that held real power over the surrounding urban cluster gathered for meetings.
Here, all factions gathered to discuss the future direction of the city.
The fact that they had been able to invite Moros here already said a great deal.
This was a meeting held specifically for Moros's arrival.
Therefore, from the moment he stepped into the estate, he became the center of everyone's attention.
The people gathered in the estate's main hall all turned to look at him. Clearly, they were full of curiosity about the notorious necromancer.
"Hello, Lord Moros. It is a great honor to invite you to this meeting."
The mayor of Fuyuan City approached Moros quickly with a broad smile, expressing his warm welcome and profound respect.
His voice was loud and firm, as if he were showing Moros his importance within the city.
"Hello, Mr. Mayor. I'm glad to receive such a grand welcome from all of you."
Courtesy was returned with courtesy. Since Fuyuan City's power holders had shown him sufficient respect, Moros naturally would not be stingy with his own manners and grace.
The mayor of Fuyuan City was slightly surprised by Moros's proper conduct, but then his smile became even brighter than Moros's as he said warmly,
"You're too courteous. Your arrival has undoubtedly brought endless glory to our city."
In truth, before Moros's arrival, the mayor of Fuyuan City had indeed been filled with worry.
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