CHAPTER 676: CHAPTER 676: YOU ARE MY LIFE (2)

Ever since she learned that the Lord of the Dark Tower is Elias Hawthorne, Raina North specifically looked into the experiences of Elias Hawthorne under the alias "Nameless".

Back then, Elias Hawthorne was betrayed by Susan Kensington, gravely injured, and hunted by countless people. At the brink of death, he was found by the old Lord and brought back to The Umbral Zone.

The old Lord intervened to save Elias Hawthorne not out of compassion but merely saw him as a whetstone, ensuring he didn’t die at most.

Although Elias Hawthorne was exceptionally gifted from a young age, his situation upon arriving at The Umbral Zone was incredibly difficult. Luckily, Uncle Coleman took care of Elias Hawthorne.

It was under Uncle Coleman’s care that Elias Hawthorne survived the most challenging times, eventually becoming the Lord of the Dark Tower.

Elias Hawthorne, grateful for Uncle Coleman’s care, always respected him as a true elder, thus Uncle Coleman holds a transcendent status in the Dark Tower.

"The Lord is back," Uncle Coleman greeted Elias Hawthorne with a smile and then sat on the sofa with Elias Hawthorne’s assistance. He turned his gaze to Raina North, smiling, "This is the first time I’ve seen the Lord invite a friend over. Good, really good."

Afterward, Uncle Coleman looked at Raina North and said, "I heard from Clara earlier that you are Orion Rivers, the Alliance Leader of The Celestial Alliance."

Raina North nodded, "Yes, that’s me."

"I’m truly surprised. I thought the one leading a group of subordinates, snatching our Dark Tower’s goods and territory, would be a rebellious young man. I didn’t expect Alliance Leader Rivers to be so young and handsome. Indeed, people cannot be judged by their appearance."

Raina North seemed not to catch the other implication in Uncle Coleman’s words, smiled, and said, "Perhaps this is the nature of adversity. If it weren’t for this, I wouldn’t have been able to meet the Lord of the Dark Tower."

As she spoke, Raina North couldn’t help but look at Elias Hawthorne.

Indeed.

If it weren’t for the First Elder deliberately stirring things up, the Seven Great Forces wouldn’t have held a joint meeting, and she wouldn’t have attended, nor would she have recognized Elias Hawthorne as the Lord of the Dark Tower, even searching for Elias Hawthorne in The Umbral Zone.

Thinking about it, she truly should thank the First Elder.

In that case, perhaps she shouldn’t kill the First Elder just yet.

Elias Hawthorne happened to look over, his gaze meeting Raina North’s, catching the unspoken meaning in her words, his expression softened.

Claire Lowell didn’t expect Raina North to say this, and even more shameless was that she dared to flirt with Elias Hawthorne right in front of her, causing her to explode with anger.

As she was about to lose her temper, Uncle Coleman stopped her, smiling and said, "Clara, guests are here. Why haven’t you had the servants bring tea and snacks over?"

Claire Lowell was startled, then understood Uncle Coleman’s meaning and immediately said, "It’s my fault. I didn’t notice the servants’ oversight. I’ll have them bring tea and snacks right away."

Uncle Coleman saw Claire Lowell catch on to the meaning of his words, smiling amiably, and turned to Raina North, "Alliance Leader Rivers, please sit. You’re an esteemed guest, no need to be so formal."

Raina North understood the underlying message in Uncle Coleman’s words but didn’t mind, "It’s you who shouldn’t be too courteous."

"Lord, I heard from Clara that you’ve relieved her from handling the Dark Tower’s affairs. I must say, this decision was exceptionally wise. After all, it’s not suitable for young women to get involved in such violent matters."

Elias Hawthorne replied indifferently, "It’s simply a matter of following protocol. Claire Lowell’s status may be noble, yet she lacks actual duties. Indulging her further is neither good for her nor for the Dark Tower."

Uncle Coleman nodded repeatedly, "Exactly, exactly. I’ve advised Clara the same. Though Clara can be headstrong, she thankfully listens to reason; this works well as she is a refined young lady, raised with privilege, quite gracious and sensible."

Elias Hawthorne said nothing, reaching for an orange, peeling it, and offering a segment to Raina North’s lips.