Chapter 7 Hang the Robe!

• "She may not want to live, but she wants her child to live.
• "The moment she woke up, her first action was to kneel and beg me to save her child.
• "I'm merely a garbage collector, lacking the power to do that."
• After the old man finished speaking, he threw another newspaper to Marcus.
• Featured in the additional newspaper was a photograph of Lily at age three.
• Sadie had made Trash Peak her home with Lily for three years.
• Eventually, the residents of Netherwood stumbled upon the duo of mother and daughter.
• On that particular day, Lily was battling a fever and feeling extremely unwell.
• The skies opened up, drenching everything in the rain.
• On the Trash Peak, Sadie kneeled, begging passersby to clear a path.
• Her plea was to get her daughter medical attention.
• To find a way out for them.
• Ultimately, the crowd remained unmoved.
• Lucky for them, Lily possessed strong resilience, surviving through each night.
• Subsequently, she became very well-behaved.
• Daily, she assisted Sadie with chores and offered massages when Sadie felt worn out.
• With a sigh, the old man remarked, "Lily is indeed a delightful child. The third matter, that's something you could uncover online."
• The third topic involves Devon.
• A trivial issue escalated because Lily accidentally stepped on Devon's shoes.
• However, the online sentiment was harsh.
• Public opinion turned against her.
• She was labelled as the offspring of the disgraced.
• Judged for the circumstances of her birth.
• She was the daughter of Sadie and a disreputable groom.
• Death would not even bring her sympathy.
• Sadie went to great lengths to fund Lily's safety.
• The funds were secured!
• Yet, Devon remained unyielding.
• To Devon, Sadie and her daughter were mere toys.
• Upon digesting all the stories, Marcus was distraught.
• Setting the newspaper aside took considerable effort.
• He said heavily, "Thank you."
• Even Maxwell, next to him, sensed it.
• The very foundation of Trash Peak trembled.
• Someone has touched the taboo of this world!
• Disaster is coming, and no one can escape from it!
• The king is angry!
• Who could withstand his fury in this world?
• The old man, observing Marcus in his medical uniform, gravely noted, "You're a doctor, correct? Saving others might be easy, but saving yourself ... that's a challenge."
• After saying that, he then slowly retreated to his small house.
• Marcus's anger was uncontrollable. He had nowhere to vent it!
• He reached for his phone, hastily dialling Clara's number.
• Upon connection, Marcus's gaze was fiery.
• "Clara!"
• Clara, taken aback by the call from Marcus, replied icily, "Marcus, you're incredibly perceptive! Did you rush back upon hearing about my Eternity Group going public?"
• Marcus brushed aside her comment.
• In his perspective, neither a hundred billion enterprise nor the Sommers in Netherwood mattered!
• Anyone harming his daughter was merely equivalent to ants to him at this moment!
• He angrily asked, "Are you involved in what's happened to Sadie over these years?"
• Believing she stood at Netherwood's summit, Clara responded with an unafraid smile, "Ah, defending your woman, are you? Interesting, I've divorced you! My sights are set not just on her but on you as well! Oh, and just so you know, I arranged for someone to go after Sadie. That evening, I intentionally sent her to your room!"
• What!
• It was Clara who purposefully instigated an encounter with Sadie.
• What drove her to take such action?
• Sadie believed Clara was her closest friend in Netherwood.
• However, Clara uses Sadie to make Marcus believe he has a relationship with Clara and that she gave birth to his child. This caused both Marcus and his mother to feel guilty and hand over the Crawley's prescription.
• Thankfully.
• He has returned!
• There is still an opportunity to rectify everything!
• "Clara, this will be your biggest regret," Marcus declared, his glance as fierce as a deity wrathfully overseeing the earth.
• Clara, however, merely chuckled in response, querying, "Regret? You are an utter failure. Would I have even considered marriage if it weren't for that unique prescription you possess? Haha!"
• Marcus coldly hung up the phone.
• He didn't need to explain.
• He turned towards Maxwell and instructed, "Maxwell, hang up my Divine Phoenix Robe."
• Maxwell nearly dropped to the ground in shock.
• To hang the Divine Phoenix Robe in this place, Trash Peak?
• Bewildered and concerned, Maxwell exclaimed, "Mr. Crawley, please ... please reconsider!"
• "Hang it!"
• Marcus's command sliced through the air, clear and determined.
• He intended for the entire world to take notice.
• The king's daughter has been bullied!
• Having served by Marcus's side for many years, Maxwell understood the significance of the Divine Phoenix Robe more than anyone else.
• If the Divine Phoenix Robe hangs with a white side, an army will open the way, allowing Marcus to treat and save people.
• If the Divine Phoenix Robe hangs with a black side, rivers will flow backwards, and disasters will strike!
• All who had once been sheltered by the Divine Phoenix Robe would hasten to return the favour immediately.
• Regardless of the person.
• Regardless of their status!
• Those who offend the Divine Phoenix Robe will be killed!
• In this world, the number of people saved by Marcus is countless.
• Each individual among them stands out remarkably!
• The arrival of just one person in Netherwood can bring the city's economy to its knees!
• A single visitor to Netherwood can lead to widespread traffic jams!
• Having one person visit Netherwood is considered the city's utmost privilege!
• Countless dragons gathered in Netherwood at the same time.
• Netherwood is overwhelmed!
• Even the heavens above will crumble on this day!
• As the Divine Phoenix Robe is displayed, the world turns its gaze.
• Countless eyes were on Netherwood.
• Even the old man in a remote hut ceases his movements.
• His eyes were full of fear as he looked at the long robe fluttering in the wind and knelt slowly on the ground.
• "Lily, you weren't exaggerating. Your father indeed illuminates our world!"
• Inside the Eternity Estate in Netherwood.
• Clara's gaze is icy, and her soul is filled with turmoil.
• Marcus has somehow made it back from the deadly Wintermere.
• Clara took her phone and dialled Don. "Don, I require your assistance to address a certain issue."
• Don was the only leader in Netherwood's underworld.
• In Netherwood, he could stir up clouds with a flip of his hand and cover the sky with another.
• Devon relied on Don's power to run rampant in Netherwood.
• However, Don was never truly Clara's personal hitman. He responded coolly, "Ms. Sommer, are you suggesting we handle someone else now? Lately, we've been sorting out Sadie and her daughter for you. They might not be around tomorrow."
• With a satisfied smile, Clara remarked, "There are a few unresolved matters left. But don't fret; I'll transfer most of the Netherwood enterprise to the Trebecs once everything is settled. You're well aware of the advantages involved."
• Don responded with a meaningful smile, "Ms. Sommer, consider it taken care of! Whoever you're targeting is my target as well. As for Marcus, I'll ensure he gets a fitting final resting place."
• Following these words, Don ended the call.
• Around him were a group of men in black suits with the word 'Trebec' written on their backs.
• With a gesture from Don, the group responded in unison.
• All the men of the Trebecs stomped on the ground simultaneously.
• The earth shook beneath them.
• Rising to his feet, Don's expression was menacing, and his voice boomed, "Everyone, follow me. It's time we found a resting spot for Marcus. A grave!"