Everyone now looked at Dahlia differently. Rumors had always been circulating about Seamus’ new goddaughter, ranging from being an illegitimate child to a reincarnation of a fox spirit, creating a myriad of speculations.
The earlier incident only intensified suspicions about her identity.
“Thank you for coming to my rescue, Mr. Adams. I am truly grateful.”
Dahlia approached Dustin and thanked him after regaining her composure. She would currently be inside a beast if it hadn’t been for him.
“It was nothing,” Dustin responded nonchalantly. He never intended to attract attention. But he couldn’t help but intervene when he saw Dahlia in danger.
“Young man, you are undoubtedly highly skilled and courageous. You single-handedly subdued the Onyxclaw. It’s truly remarkable!” Suddenly, Seamus spoke.
“You’re too kind, Sir Mosey. My skills are nothing worth mentioning,” Dustin replied humbly.
“You’re too modest, young man. I must offer you a toast for your brave act.” Seamus smiled and raised his wine glass, toasting Dustin from a distance. Dustin appeared flattered and quickly raised his glass in response.
The crowd was envious of the situation. To be singled out for a toast by Seamus was a tremendous honor. If this young man could gain his favor, his future would be boundless.
“Godfather, Mr. Adams here subdued the Onyxclaw and averted a disaster. To show our sincerity, how about rewarding him?” Anders suddenly stepped forward, actively trying to gain Dustin’s merit.
“Sir Anders, you’re too kind. I wouldn’t dare accept any rewards,” Dustin said with his head slightly lowered.
“Saving a life is no small matter. Regardless of the reward given, you definitely deserve it.” Anders smiled and patted Dustin on the shoulder.
Dustin eyebrows twitched slightly, sensing a chilling energy infiltrating his body through Anders’ palm. The chilling energy was so faint that it would be a challenge for an ordinary expert to notice.
However, as time passed, this chilling energy would gradually intensify until, one day, it would erupt. When that happened, one would either go to the extremes or, at worst, die a sudden death. It was a truly malicious measure!
Dustin was puzzled. Why would Anders resort to such measures when they had no apparent conflict? Did his earlier actions of saving Dahlia anger him?
Dustin suddenly came to a realization and glanced at Dahlia discreetly. The Onyxclaw had been calm the entire time. It only lost control after nearing Dahlia, as if it had been triggered.
Dustin hadn’t realized earlier, but it must have been the work of Anders. This man had nerves of steel to use the Onyxclaw to get rid of his competition on a birthday celebration.
Did he really think he could defy the laws just because he was a God of War?
“Anders is right. His noble actions deserve a reward.”
Seamus said with a smile, “Young man, if you have anything you need, just say the word. As long as it’s within my abilities, I won’t refuse you.”
“I…” Dustin put on a hesitant front. What he wanted was the Emerald Corolla, but it was clear that Anders would never give it to him.
“Godfather, I have a suggestion. May I speak?” Anders asked.
“Go ahead.” Seamus nodded.
“Mr. Adams is a talented, courageous young man. It’s a rare sight nowadays. Dahlia is also currently single. Why don’t we arrange for them to get married? It would make for a good story as well,” Anders said with a smile.
Dustin froze in place upon hearing him, displaying a mix of shock and disbelief.
How did he still manage to end up in a situation like this when he had a different appearance and identity?
