The Truth Behind That Accident

Chapter 48 The Truth Behind That Accident (Please add to your favorites, please read on, please vote)

Thompson had unconsciously revealed a sinister smile; he was absolutely certain that this strike would break Alphonse's shoulder blade.

Simon's expression changed instantly; Thompson had actually used his fighting spirit right from the start.

But Simon had only drawn his sword halfway when two fingers gleaming with a faint black light caught the scabbard that was swiftly slashing down.

The fingers are, of course, Alphonse's.

In that instant, Alphonse unleashed his Mysterious Black Gold Palm, and neither the scabbard nor the blade of the longsword could harm his fingers in the slightest.

Two fingers, like iron clamps, firmly held the scabbard in place.

Thompson drew his sword hastily, but before it could be fully drawn, Alphonse loosened his grip and tapped the scabbard with his finger.

It was like being slammed into the scabbard by a giant iron hammer. The powerful force made Thompson's arm go numb and swing outward uncontrollably, causing the sword to fly out of his hand.

Alphonse moved closer as if teleporting, and slapped Thompson across the face.

Snapped!

A crisp sound.

Thompson was sent flying, crashing into the wall with a thud before rolling to the ground.

Simon was dumbfounded. He never imagined that Thompson, who had used his fighting spirit, would be unable to withstand even one move from Alphonse.

Throughout the entire match, Alphonse only used his left hand.

When did young master become so strong?!

"You're much weaker than I expected." Alphonse smiled calmly, extended his right hand, curled his fingers into a claw, and made a grabbing motion towards Thompson in the air.

Thompson was already dizzy and seeing stars from the powerful slap, and he had even lost a few teeth. He had no way to resist.

He was immediately forced to fly back, only to be grabbed by the neck by Alphonse and forced to his knees.

This seemingly casual grab is actually one of the moves of the peerless palm technique, Xuan Tian Wu Jin Palm, named "Controlling the Universe".

In his previous life, when Alphonse was at his peak, once this move was used, no one within a radius of several feet could stand firm; they would all be drawn nearby.

While we can't achieve that kind of imposing presence now, it's enough to put on airs.

Simon then realized what was happening. "My lord, Thompson has already lost. Is there any need to torture him any longer?"

"I have something to ask him," Alphonse replied casually, already activating his Soul-Capturing Technique.

Almost instantly, the dizzy and disoriented Thompson lost his senses.

Was my father's death an accident?

Simon was taken aback; he hadn't expected Alphonse to ask such a question.

Thompson's answer shocked him even more.

"no."

Simon was taken aback that the old baron's death was not an accident.

"You know what happened, right?" Alphonse asked again.

"Yes," Thompson replied blankly.

As Alphonse had expected, he had always suspected this guy.

"Explain it in detail."

Thompson recounted the events without any emotion.

"Baron Baian of Eagle Ridge approached me, gave me a large sum of money, and told me that he had hired a powerful summoner who would have the summoner's magical beasts cause trouble in Frostwind Territory. My task was to lure Pavel to the ambush site. Later, just as he planned, Pavel died. However, he didn't expect that Pavel would actually perish together with that giant-toothed wolf."

Alphonse then understood the whole story.

Pavel is the father in this life. Although he is not good at managing the territory, he is a loving father, which is why the previous life was spoiled by him to such an extent.

Simon glared angrily at Thompson and roared, "How could you do this?! Have you forgotten how the captain led us through all these battles?"

Thompson replied woodenly, "We fought together, and we also contributed to the victory. Why should he be rewarded, become a baron, and have a territory, while I can only serve as a knight under him? This is not fair."

"You!" Simon was so angry that he could hardly speak, his body trembling violently, and he was breathing heavily through his nostrils.

"Captain Simon, calm down. I still have some questions for him." Alphonse patted Simon on the shoulder to reassure him.

Throughout the entire incident, Alphonse had been observing Simon's reactions, and had become somewhat suspicious of Simon ever since the last mutiny.

At present, he does not seem to show any signs of rebellion, but we still need to verify this further.

Turning to Thompson, he asked, "Is Baron Byan the lord of Eaglehold?"

Thompson: "No, he only had a noble title, not a fief."

Why did he murder my father?

"According to him, after the former lord of Coldwind Territory was executed for participating in the power struggle, he devoted a lot of effort to the matter of this territory and even sent valuable gifts to the people of the Senate. However, the Queen granted Coldwind Territory to Pavel, which made him hold a grudge ever since."

"And then? What are you going to do to me?"

"Baron Baian thinks you're just a fool with no talent or ability. He just wants to wait until Pavel's death has passed for a while, then create an accident to kill you. Without an heir, Coldwind Territory will eventually fall into his hands."

Alphonse curled his lip and gave a cold laugh.

The plan was foolish and full of flaws.

However, if I hadn't transmigrated here, Baron Baian might have actually succeeded.

"And what about Count Auster? Is he involved in this?"

"I don't know Count Auster, I only know that he is Poseidon's patron."

"Poseidon? Is that the fat guy who came to the lord's manor to collect debts?"

"right."

"What is your relationship with him?"

"I once borrowed money from him because of gambling, and I was the one who introduced him to Pavel."

"So that's why you stood up for him and incited the soldiers to cause trouble at the lord's manor?"

"How could I possibly work for him for free? I received a kickback."

Now everything is clear.

Alphonse turned to Simon, who was trembling with rage, and called out, "Captain Simon."

Simon looked up and saw ripples spreading across Alphonse's eyes, shimmering with a mesmerizing light.

Those eyes seemed to magnify infinitely in front of me.

For a moment I was in a daze, and then I was captured.

The results of questioning Simon brought Alphonse a sigh of relief.

Simon was indeed loyal to the Tartarus family and had no intention of rebelling.

Call Alphonse a suspicious man or someone who doesn't know how to manage subordinates.

There's no such thing as having that much patience; you have to observe slowly.

The Soul-Capturing Technique is simple and direct.

"Simon, you will come to your senses after I snap my fingers. You will forget what I just did to you. Just remember to remain loyal and carry out my every command."

After saying that, Alphonse snapped his fingers.

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