Shadow City, the Jinsen Family.
As soon as Bolands left, Casper tore the letter in his hand to shreds and sneered, "I never imagined he would actually refuse!"
Bess and Camilla beside him also looked astonished, seemingly never having expected Han Shuo to make such a decision. In their view, once the Han Family and the Jinsen Family were joined by marriage, even the Saint Family would have to think carefully before moving against the Han Family. An alliance would bring both families every benefit and no harm.
Above all, Jiya was a renowned beauty in Shadow City. Their family had voluntarily offered up such a lovely woman, whom everyone wanted, yet someone had actually turned her away. This was far beyond Casper's expectations.
"What on earth is that man thinking?" Bess said angrily, resentment in her voice. "Does he think our Jinsen Family isn't good enough for him? Yes, the Han Family has gained tremendous momentum these past few years, but how long have they even been in Shadow City? Do they really think they can stand toe-to-toe with the Saint Family?"
"Camilla, tell the other two family heads. Say that the brat doesn't appreciate a favor, and there's nothing I can do. Let their families try!" Casper instructed his younger sister, his expression dark.
Camilla nodded and quietly withdrew.
Soon, the heads of the other two great families learned the news. The three family heads had held private discussions recently and agreed that they could exploit the conflict between the Han Family and the Saint Family. They intended to use Han Shuo's strength to test the Saint Family's reaction. Casper's approach had been the first step, but unexpectedly, it had failed.
After Kinlock of the Kisa Family and Laurel of the Bule Family received Camilla's message, they replied