“And how many second-rank and first-rank martial artists do you have?” Maxine asked.

Thea replied, “I have thirty-six second-ranks and seventy-two first-ranks.”

Since James was in mortal peril, Thea told Maxine everything about the God-King Palace. She believed that Maxine was better at devising plans than her. At that moment, she was at a loss. She only knew that she had to rely on Maxine to save James.

“Whew!” Maxine took a deep breath and said, “That’s more than enough.”

Although she did not know how powerful the Blithes were, she could guess from her grandfather’s dread that they were comparable to the Cadens. Not only that, the Blithe family had someone who could stand against Tobias.

“But you said that even Tobias is fearful of the Blithes, and he’s a seventh-rank martial artist. If they intervene, our fourth-rank men stand no chance against them.” Thea was doubtful.

Maxine was lost in contemplation. Meanwhile, Cynthia looked at both of them.

They fell silent.

Aft