Chapter 278

Alexander didn't even flinch. He just let out a quiet sigh. "I know what you're after—the command order from the sect. But it's gone with Master. If you really care about 'Nullpath', then take the lead properly and let it go." Before Phoenix could touch Alexander, Elizabeth had already stepped in front of him. "You seriously think I'd just let that happen?" Her voice was sharp. She might not know the full story of Alexander's sect, but she sure as hell wasn't going to watch another woman try to get handsy with her man. "Get out of my way, Elizabeth!" Phoenix snapped, hurling a hidden weapon while whipping around. That was it—for the ones in black lurking around, that was all it took. A fight broke out instantly. "Tell your people to stand down, Elizabeth. Otherwise, you'll deal with the fallout," Phoenix warned, her eyes burning with fury. "If it weren't for you, he would've led the sect to greatness. You've held him back, all these years." Her voice was full of venom. She'd always see