Chapter 1979 Sentenced

Chapter 1979 Sentenced

Emery, taken aback by the accusation of hiding his real name, reiterated that he had never intended to conceal his identity. His calm response reflected his genuine belief that this accusation was fabricated to serve the council's ulterior motives.

"I have nothing to hide. I never thought my real name would create such a problem, and I will be happy to clear this matter right away," Emery asserted, maintaining his composed demeanor.

However, his attempt to address the issue was swiftly interrupted by an elderly council member who recalled Emery's past. "Mister Emery, you might not recognize me, but I was there as one of the judges during your trial in this city. You were defending the murder of the Harlight noble, so forgive me if I think that your name has a certain negativity to this city."

The Karat family elder intervened, defending Emery's merits. He cited Emery's contributions during the terrifying Magus Academy bloody incursion and his role in saving Tessa Karat from the pirates. The defense was an acknowledgment of Emery's positive actions in the city.

However, the Croft elder dismissed these merits, stating, "Huh, one good thing does not grant him the right to be above the law. Only three months ago, he dared to fight in the Golden City street like a common thug!"

As the debate unfolded within the council chambers, Victoria Qin, with an air of wisdom, asserted that Emery's past misdeeds or merits were not the focal point. Instead, she emphasized the issue of Emery attempting to hide his identity, steering the narrative toward this perceived transgression.

Emery, growing increasingly impatient with the seemingly pretentious display, cut through the rhetoric. "Just tell me what I actually did wrong, and I will fix it," Surprisingly, it was Victoria Qin once again who was tasked with providing an explanation. With a composed demeanor, she addressed the council, stating, "We are just disappointed in how little you think of us... the council. We granted you a permit to set up a shop, and when it does pretty well, it took you only days to attempt on using your apothecary network for a tax deduction. ....That is not right."

Victoria Qin continued to present a compelling argument, emphasizing the lengthy contributions and efforts that each council member had invested over hundreds of years to build and maintain the prosperity of Golden City. She urged Emery to be more respectful, acknowledging the costs associated with the city's reliability, the bustling crowds, and the overall safety.

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Author Note.

The month of February felt much shorter than expected. I hope that the chapters have met your expectations and provided you with enjoyment.

Wish you all to join me again for the March chapters. Thank you for your continued support.

Sneak Peek on Next Month's Chapters

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Four and a Half Years Later...

Emery found himself visited by an unexpected guest—an esteemed female grand magus whom he could proudly call master. Grand Magus Aurora approached him with a proposition, inviting Emery to join the ranks of teachers at the newly inaugurated academy in the Alpha quadrant.

"Thank you for accepting the position. I am sure your master will be proud," In the wake of the academy's reopening, tens of thousands of acolytes from across the sectors eagerly applied, marking the end of a 15-year hiatus. Among the hopefuls was a determined young female, driven by the singular purpose of finding a man she had recently discovered to be her father.