After a brief moment of thought, Zaiden said, “Let’s discuss inside.”

Saying that, he glanced at the surrounding Sullivans and ordered, “You’re dismissed.”

“Understood.”

Then, the Sullivans’ martial artists left.

“Please,” Zaiden personally welcomed James in.

James did not expect the Patriarch of the Sullivans to acquiesce this easily. He was even prepared to resort to violence if the Sullivans remained tight-lipped.

They entered the Sullivans’ mansion.

In the living room…

A servant served James and the others tea.

James looked at Zaiden and said, “I believe it’s time for you to answer my question.”

Zaiden remained silent. He stared at James puzzledly and asked, “Before answering your question, I’d like to ask you something.”

“Ask away.”

Zaiden asked, “Two months ago, you were but an insignificant martial artist. How did you become this strong in such a short amount of time? Did the Cadens steal the paintings from the other three families? Have you unraveled the