Chapter 2071

Adrian's gaze was sharp. The moment the silver needle was drawn, it reflected the sunlight straight into his eyes. "Urias, make your third move,” he said. "I concede.” Urias believed there was no need to continue the fight, fearing for his life if that were to pass. "I won't meddle in your affairs." Payton was in despair. He had planned to strike Adrian during the third move, but now the opportunity was gone, and he was sure Adrian would not let him off. "Sir, I can help you!" Payton urged. "Idiot!" Urias scolded, thoroughly disgusted with his apprentice. He would not have been embarrassed if not for him. "What exactly did you do that night?" he questioned. Payton, in pain, tried to confront Adrian. But as he moved, pain shot through his legs. "I didn't do anything. All I did was to try and please Juleen!" he answered. "Hmph!" Juleen saw through his true colors and believed he was lying. "I'll find out the truth even if you refuse to spill it." Urias took out a pill. "This is