Chapter 129

The thought of being manipulated by a young girl tarnished his image as the Supreme One. How could he face the world if this became known? "Let's go, come to my house to get the Aether Script," Zoey urged, tugging at Sebastian's arm and guiding him toward her car. "Wait a moment, I have some things to take care of first. I'll come to your house later," Sebastian replied, resisting the impulse to follow immediately. His promise to Lucy echoed in his mind—a vow to protect Jenny that he wouldn't abandon. After all, the Aether Script was securely housed at Zoey's place, so it could wait a little longer. "Alright then, let's exchange phone numbers," Zoey suggested. ...... Meanwhile, a group of young men and women conversed at a coffee shop's window-side table. Their designer clothes hinted at affluent backgrounds. Just then, another young woman approached the group. "Jenny, over here," Winnie Clark called out eagerly. "Sorry I'm late, didn't mean to keep you all waiting," Jenny a