Mrs. and Mr. Smith
Chapter 1997

Chapter 1997: Chapter 1997: The Conference Begins Chapter 1997: Chapter 1997: The Conference Begins Ethan Smith looked coldly at the elder standing before him, not the least bit intimidated by his threat.

“So, are you planning to make a move on me right here in Sky City?” Ethan Smith asked coldly.

The elder merely stood with his hands clasped behind his back, and casually replied, “I won't be making a move on you right now but I'm afraid your arrogance won't last much longer.”

“As far as I can see, you are nothing more than a Semi-Saint. Killing me won't be as easy as you might think,” Ethan Smith mocked.

Salena Carpenter, who had been standing nearby, stepped forward. If these two were to join forces, even a Semi-Saint would have a hard time defeating them.

The elder scoffed and said, “There are differences even among semi-saints.”

He then glanced at Salena Carpenter and said, “As Dean Garner's favorite disciple, I can spare you. But if you insist on interfering, I can kill you and then apologize to Dean Garner afterwards!”

“You're welcome to try,” retorted Salena Carpenter coldly.

The elder, without exchanging further words Ethan Smith, turned and left.

The short confrontation drew the attention of many.

Nearly as soon as they had come face-to-face, the situation had become tense, so calming things down was likely to be difficult.

Witnessing this, some people around shook their heads. Some advised Ethan Smith to leave Sky City as soon as possible, while others suggested that he seek help from the Prince.

After acknowledging their suggestions, Ethan Smith left with Salena Carpenter.

The next day, the Strive of the Great Era was due to begin, people were still streaming into Sky City.

As Ethan Smith and Salena Carpenter wandered through the streets, they looked calm on the surface, but they were secretly filled with worry.

Ethan Smith had originally planned to change his appearance and leave Sky City, but now he felt that if he left, Salena Carpenter might be in danger.

Clay Freeman had already died because of him, and Ethan Smith didn't want to see any more unexpected dangers for the people around him.

“I wonder if the man with the mustache will show up here,” Ethan Smith silently pondered.

With his strength, if he could set up a spatial formation, he could easily escape this place.

Regrettably, he had not seen any sign of the man with the mustache in Sky City.

Time flew, and the day of the Strive of the Great Era quickly arrived.

In the Imperial Palace's Great Hall, the Prince sat on the throne, while the representatives of the Nine Great Families sat on either side of him.

In front of them were a variety of Rare fruits and tea. Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Enlightenment Tea.

Outside the Imperial Palace, many people gathered to watch. They were eager to see what would be decided during this meeting of the Nine Great Families.

In the Great Hall, the Prince stood up and said with a smile, “Welcome to Sky City.”

However, the crowd's response was rather cold, and no one replied.

This attitude seemed to hint at something.

“Seems like they're ready to burn bridges with the royal family,” someone muttered under their breath.

“Hmph, the Nine Great Families play the game for so long that I think they're done now.”

“What does it matter if they play a role or not? Who can control them? Even if they're angry, they have to endure it!”

There were whispers and murmurs, but no one dared to say too much.

The Prince sat back down. He was well aware that he was not the main character in this conference and wisely chose to keep quiet.

“Prince, the Great Era of Holmes has already fallen. It is only because of the cooperation of the major noble families that Sky City is preserved and that you still have your position,” someone voiced.

The Prince bent slightly and said, “I remember your kindness.”

“But your actions have been somewhat disgraceful, you have actually harbored the accomplice of the Mysterious Demon Tribe Person,” remarked the Wilson Family Elder coldly.

Ethan Smith, who was observing from the periphery, felt a sudden foreboding.

Damn it!

These people were planning to kill two birds with one stone! They were going to pin the blame on him and then take the opportunity to challenge the Prince, thereby usurping the current position of Sky City!

The Prince was no fool, he, of course, knew what these words implied.

So he stood up and said, “Your words are mistaken. Sky City is open to anyone coming and going as they please, I have not harbored anyone personally.”

“Not to mention, I am completely unaware of the accomplice of the Mysterious Demon Tribe Person you speak of.”

The Wilson Family Elder sneered, “Unaware? Have you forgotten the auction? The Mysterious Demon Tribe Person, in collusion with Ethan Smith, stole the auction's treasure! He is the accomplice of the Mysterious Demon Tribe Person!”

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere became chillingly cold.

Ethan Smith, who was hidden in the shadows, watched with an icy expression.

Even though he had already suspected their duplicity, he was yet enraged to hear these words said openly.

“Ethan Smith is an accomplice of the Mysterious Demon Tribe Person? Is there any evidence to support this?” the Prince asked in surprise.

Elder Green snorted coldly, saying, “The auction's President, Adam Graham, can vouch for it!”

After he finished speaking, Adam Graham walked out from the crowd.

He then came up to the great hall, bowing one by one to all.

“President Graham?” The Prince frowned slightly.

President Graham stood with his hands behind his back and said, “Prince, I did indeed see Ethan Smith dividing the spoils with a mysterious individual outside Sky City and even arrogantly leaving behind provocative words.”

Upon saying this, President Graham waved grandly, and an image instantly appeared before everyone.

In this scene, it was the very sentence left by the man with the mustache.

The Prince looked troubled and momentarily didn't know what to say.

Elder Green scoffed coldly, “Prince, is this how you repay us for kindly retaining your status as Prince? Don't you know that villain from the Demon Tribe killed many sons of our Great Families!”

The Prince's face showed some embarrassment.

He had not anticipated that these people would suddenly turn the accusation back on him.

“Prince, it seems somewhat disloyal to act in this manner,” another Elder chimed in.

The Prince scowled, saying, “A single side of a story from President Graham can hardly prove anything. Moreover, had Ethan Smith any relation to the mysterious person from the demon tribe, why didn't we see anyone coming to help him when he was fighting with the Semi-Saint of the Wilson Family?”

“What do you mean by that, Prince!” The Wilson Family Elder angrily pounded on the table, a powerful aura swept out from him, and a murderous spirit rushed straight towards the Prince!

Just then, two old men with withered appearances appeared beside the Prince.

The old men stood beside the Prince, and a benevolent aura instantly enveloped the Prince.

“What is your intention, sir, do you intend to make a move on the Prince?” one of the old man said slowly.

His words were spoken leisurely, but their impact was formidable!

Even the Elder of the Wilson family felt immense pressure.

“Of course, I have no intention of making a move on the Prince,” the Elder of the Wilson family snorted.

“But this matter deserves an explanation.”

The old man beside the Prince waved his hand, and a powerful aura instantly forced the Wilson family's Elder back into his seat.

“Let's sit down and talk,” said the old man calmly.

Seeing this, everyone's face changed.

This old man, with his seemingly nonchalant hand wave, had effortlessly pushed the Wilson Family Elder back into his seat. The power he displayed made people feel a bit apprehensive.

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