Chapter 19: The Conspiracy

Chen fixed a steely gaze on the towering men standing before him, his eyes sharp and unwavering. The tension in the room was almost suffocating, but Yura stood firm at his side, ready for whatever might come next.

The man who had spoken earlier stepped closer, his scarred face illuminated under the dim light, giving his expression an ominous edge.

"You don’t recognize me, do you?" he sneered.

Chen narrowed his eyes, trying to place him. The face was unfamiliar, but something about the man’s voice struck a chord.

"I’m Wei Long," the man said, his tone laced with bitter pride. "I was once part of Jiang Hai, just like you."