Top Notch War God

Chapter 76

Brick signaled to Mack that he would go out first, letting Mack flank Talon from the other side to take him down together.

Mack placed his hand on the car door and nodded to Brick. Brick deliberately spoke coldly to draw Talon's attention, "Brat, I don't understand what you're saying. Just get out of my way so I can get to work!"

With that, Brick charged out, his trident slicing through the air toward Talon's heart. He was still in his birthday suit, but he thought if he could take Talon down first, he'd have time to get back to the car and put on some pants.

But before he could even see Talon's face clearly, there was a sharp crack, and Brick's trident slipped from his grasp. Just then, he felt a searing pain shoot through his right arm—it was broken! Then his right leg went numb, and Brick collapsed to the ground.

A shadow moved like lightning, grabbing Mack's hand that was covering Nia's mouth and pulling him close. With a swift motion, Talon punched him squarely in the face, and Mack was knocked out cold.

Nia finally snapped out of her shock and saw Talon's face. She was overjoyed. "Mr. Storm, why didn't you come sooner? I almost got insulted by those guys!"

"I was worried you and Dale hadn't cleared things up yet," Talon replied with a smile.

"Mr. Storm, you're just going to tease me? I was scared to death!"

***

Nia picked up a newly carved Unicorn at the jade stall. After all, the first carver in Pennsylvania, Martin, had made this piece reach its peak, shining with a rainbow of colors, standing on clouds as if it could take off at any moment. Nia couldn't take her eyes off it and kept thanking Mr. Curtis.

"Nia, I'll take you back to the Gordon family, and then I need to head back to Philadelphia. Tell your dad about today's events and make sure he deals with the Richards family quickly. They're so bold to rescue those two scumbags. If he doesn't take care of it, I will," Talon said, driving the Rolls-Royce as he spoke, his expression serious.

"It's only four o'clock; you're already leaving?" Nia murmured, a bit reluctant, from the passenger seat.

Talon parked at the entrance. "Yeah, tomorrow is the Ariya renaming ceremony, so I need to get back early. Also, I promised to train with you in Philadelphia. After your grandfather's birthday party tomorrow, you can call Azureblade to come pick you up in Pennsylvania."

"What time is the Ariya renaming ceremony tomorrow?" Nia suddenly took a deep breath and asked.

"Nine o'clock," Talon replied as the car headed toward Philadelphia.

"Tomorrow at nine?" Nia bit her lip, watching Talon's taillights as she walked back to the villa.

Just as she was about to open the door, it swung open unexpectedly, and Kieran stepped out of the villa. Seeing Nia alone, he was surprised and asked, "Nia, why didn't you let Mr. Storm in?"

"He… he left," Nia said, feeling down.

"What's wrong, my sweet granddaughter?" Kieran looked puzzled, unsure of what was going on with her.

"Grandpa, I want to wish you a happy birthday in advance! May you live forever!" Nia said as she handed him the Unicorn.

Kieran's eyes widened. "Is this… Multi-colored Stone?"

Nia handed the Unicorn to her grandfather. "Yes, it's the Multi-colored Stone that Mr. Storm personally picked for you at the jade market. Plus, Mr. Martin, the top carver in Pennsylvania, made it just for you. They all wish you good health!"

"So this is from Mr. Lowe! Haha, great! Thank you, my sweet granddaughter; you're so thoughtful!" Kieran took the Unicorn and couldn't stop admiring it.

Nia looked at her grandfather and said softly but firmly, "Grandpa, I'm really sorry, but I can't attend your business banquet tomorrow. I have to go to Philadelphia for Ariya's renaming ceremony to show our Gordon family's sincerity. Please approve it; our Gordon family is opening a branch in Philadelphia, and I'll be stationed there from now on!"

"My dear granddaughter, what's going on here?" Kieran thought about saying she was out of her mind, but seeing her determined look, he swallowed those words. After a moment, he noticed the blush on her face and realized she was going to Philadelphia to pursue Talon.

Normally, a family would discourage their daughter from pursuing someone who's already married, but Talon was a general, the leader of the Dragon Nest army. There were many who wanted to be his mistress, lining up like a platoon. Besides, as long as his granddaughter maintained her relationship with Talon, no one would dare mess with the Gordon family.

Kieran felt a rush of excitement. "Okay, my dear granddaughter, I'll grant your wish. We'll open a branch in Philadelphia and collaborate fully with Ariya's Arilon Group. But I need to warn you, this means you'll be taking over the family business, and you won't have as much freedom anymore. Are you really sure you want to go?"

"Yes!" Nia nodded vigorously. She was willing to pursue the general, even if it meant giving up her freedom.