Chapter 766

Joseph didn't dare to compete with Julian. With their families ranked fourth and second respectively, there was a noticeable gap in their strength. "Fine, I'll only make a move when you're tired of her. The other women here all look rough—they're no good." "They're all assassins. What do you expect? This one is a rare beauty among them." "Judging by her looks, she seems to be from the Gonbarra Empire. She's got a distinctive look and charm," Joseph remarked, looking envious. "It's just a poor country. With our families' fortune combined, we can easily buy them out," Julian said with a smug smile. As they spoke, the woman had sashayed to the bar counter and ordered a martini. While she was sipping it slowly, Julian went up to her and asked, "Pretty, do you speak Solaraic?" "Of course. My mom's from Southgress," she said, beaming at Julian. He was mesmerized by her sweet smile. "What's your name?" "Rue." "How old are you?" "I'm 26." "What a lovely name, and you're just t