Chapter 392

"Why were dead cats and dogs found near the fountain? Someone clearly planted them to sabotage Mr. Alden's reputation," Gavin said, his voice tightening. "He was shocked when he heard about it. That is why he sent the three of us here to resolve the problem." His explanation was flawless. Stormpeak Sect guarded its reputation fiercely in the mystic arts world, and they had no grudge against the Whites. They had no reason to tamper with a geomancy array. Valerie fixed him with a bright, unblinking stare. "Who are you supposed to be?" The question was rude enough to border on provocation. Gavin had never felt so speechless. He ground out, "I'm Gavin Guldner, from Stormpeak Sect." "I know someone annoying with the same last name as yours," Valerie said. "So stop talking to me, or I might end up disliking you, too." Everyone fell silent. Valerie's willfulness could be downright abrasive. Lucius, however, had his own thoughts. Valerie claimed she hated someone with that last name. Gu