Chapter 1098 - 436: Making a Deal? (2)
It’s not just Richard.
White and his wife, still immersed in mourning their son’s death.
Heard Alina’s words.
They also felt a chill in their hearts.
White was somewhat prepared, at least knowing the little girl had lived for over two hundred years.
But his wife clearly did not have such mental readiness.
She heard the Federation Clan’s spokesperson, whom the Eight Great Clans must treat with utmost respect.
Being casually referred to by a little girl like this.
Her heart sank further into despair.
She originally intended to wait until the little girl left.
She must seek clarity from White.
No matter the cost.
She must avenge Peter.
But now it seems, is it really about the cost?
Even the full strength of the Alba Clan, perhaps cannot stir any waves before this mysterious background’s little girl.
Let’s not mention he was very aware of what Peter did outside.
Only now realizing, back then they thought the opposite party was just ordinary people, and could be bullied without any consequences.
Unexpectedly, so soon it has turned onto themselves.
Alina gives a slight smile, seemingly not surprised by Richard’s reaction. She continued to play with the blood orb in her hand, as if pondering something.
"Omi, that little guy, is quite interesting." Alina said casually, "But how come you’re here?
Richard took a deep breath, knowing this is a rare opportunity. He must seize it.
Now the Federation Clan is in deep trouble.
Facing the attack from six clans alone.
Even with the Federation Clan’s strength, it is somewhat inadequate.
Originally, this trip was just to help the Alba Clan resolve a little trouble, while reinforcing his position.
Unexpectedly, he ran into Alina.
Though at this moment, Richard still does not know Alina’s specific identity.
But judging by the respectful attitude from his grandfather last time in the study.
If he can gain her favor.
The resistance the Federation Clan will face next will surely be much less.
Richard respectfully said, "My family has run into some troubles lately, so I’m here to help our allies.
Alina raised her eyebrow, seemingly uninterested in Richard’s words.
Continuously playing with the smooth blood orb in her hand.
Seeing this, Richard inevitably felt a hint of gloom.
In the past, when going out, he was always the one being treated like this in conversations with others.
Back then, he always wondered why the people talking to him were so foolish.
But now with roles reversed.
Unexpectedly, this is how it feels.
Despite the great disappointment in his heart.
Richard did not show it on his face.
Still maintaining a respectful smile.
"You were once acquainted with my grandfather, do you have any interest in visiting home again lately?"
Richard attempted to subtly probe Alina’s attitude.
But to his surprise, Alina didn’t even lift her head.
Said softly and indifferently.
"Not interested."
This directly stifled the words Richard had prepared.
Now his eyes were somewhat bewildered as he looked at Alina.
Thus ignored, he stood stunned for a while, finally squeezed out a reluctant sentence.
"Alright then."
Glanced over at Zhang Beixing, sitting imposingly on the other chief seat.
At this moment, Zhang Beixing leisurely sat upon the seat, seeming as though the current happenings were unrelated to him.
"Minister Zhang, did you catch that creature?"
Zhang Beixing shrugged his hands.
He seemed to suddenly remember something.
Turning to look at White and the noblewoman still sunk in sadness.
"Oh, right, I forgot to tell you something."
"You no longer need to worry about that creature now."
Upon hearing Zhang Beixing’s words, White and the others swiftly cast their gaze towards Zhang Beixing.
Though Peter’s death still caused them immeasurable pain.
But upon hearing that they no longer needed to fear the creature.
A hint of relief from the dissipated fear flashed in their eyes.
"Minister Zhang, thank you."
"Without you, we truly wouldn’t know what to do."
White was the first to express gratitude towards Zhang Beixing.
Then the noblewoman’s other children and the steward, also spoke a few perfunctory words to Zhang Beixing.
Unexpectedly for them.
Zhang Beixing casually waved his hand.
"I did guard you for several nights, that’s true."
"If you’re really going to be grateful, you should thank her."
He said, pointing at Alina.
"What!"
The White lady and the steward almost screamed simultaneously.
They looked at Alina with incredulous eyes.
In their impression, this mysterious little girl.
Was like a devil, barging into their manor.
Without reason, she took away the life of their eldest son.
But now they were being told that such a person actually destroyed the monster they always saw as a nightmare.
Alina didn’t seem to care what was said by Zhang Beixing.
Or perhaps she didn’t care how White and the others viewed her.
She simply flashed a smile at Zhang Beixing.
Then turned her head to continue playing with the blood sphere.
Uncertain what joy that little blood sphere held.
Watching White and others in shock.
Zhang Beixing continued, "Don’t be too surprised, everyone."
"This is just the beginning."
"Are you ready to hear even more explosive news?"
Still in shock, White and the others hadn’t recovered.
They looked absentmindedly at Zhang Beixing.
Unable to imagine what news could be more shocking than the previous one.
"He."
Zhang Beixing pointed at the delicate young man Jimmy, who still appeared quite tense in his seat.
"He is the monster that once terrified you all."
Zhang Beixing’s words made the White lady and others who had experienced the monster’s killing naturally step back.
They eyed Jimmy warily.
But at that moment, Jimmy was nothing like his previous bloodthirsty, frenzied self.
Under such amazed stares from the crowd.
Jimmy even seemed a bit at a loss.
Hands interlocked, unsure where to place them.
"Minister Zhang, we’re not fools, don’t try to trick us like this."
White was the first to break, speaking to Zhang Beixing.
Only to see Zhang Beixing sneer coldly.
"Do you think I’m in the mood for jokes with you?"
"If not for your dear son keeping his mother in a private hospital."
"Cruelly torturing him, he wouldn’t have had to participate in that inhumane medical experiment project."
"Without participating in that project, he naturally wouldn’t have become that monster."
"Do you think, why did you end up with such a disaster?"
"Isn’t this all thanks to your dear son’s doings?"
Zhang Beixing’s words seemed like an invisible hand, completely extracting the last bit of strength from White and the lady.
The two fell to the ground in a heap.
Staring blankly ahead.
They never imagined it would be like this.
Their indulgence brought such a catastrophe to the entire clan.
"Alright then."
Zhang Beixing stood up, clapping his hands.
"I’m not interested in watching you regret."
"I’ve done what I could."
"If it weren’t for my protection, your whole family would probably be turned into blood spheres by her."
"So, from the Federation Clan, I hope you make a choice."
With that, Zhang Beixing began to walk outside the Alba Palace.
The purpose of this trip was now complete.
Drawing assistance for Richard’s Federation Clan.
And there was an unexpected surprise; now at least, vampires are not entirely unknown.
Richard saw Zhang Beixing heading out.
Hurriedly trying to follow.
But suddenly a clear female voice called from behind.
"Hey, do you know him?"
Richard quickly turned back.
Sure enough, Alina was no longer holding the blood sphere, looking up with an intriguing smile as she asked.
Richard didn’t understand Alina’s intent.
Yet obediently nodded.
A hint of cunning flashed in Alina’s eyes.
"Care for a trade with me?"