Stunning Edge - Chapter 169

Chapter 169

Chapter 169:

That afternoon, Duke Gordan already made his decision . Tonight, Claire was to temporarily hide in another country . With Katherine’s firm urging, Claire had no choice but to agree .

Claire secretly left the manor to contact the Temple of Darkness and inform them not to worry and to send the Xi brothers in Youwusali . Philips warned Claire to be careful, his heart uneasy, yet he did not know why .

Nightfall

The family ate slowly in the dining hall, not knowing when it would be the next time they could do so again . A morose atmosphere descended .  

After the meal, they all ascended a carriage to see Claire off . Katherine hugged Claire tightly, her eyes filled with reluctance .

“Mother, why don’t I not leave? The Temple would not dare to do anything to me . They would have to think carefully before making a move . ” Claire was already as powerful as a Sorcerer . How many people were her match?

“No, Claire . Hiding temporarily is the best decision . We should first watch the Temple’s movements . If the Temple really does not intend on harming you, then you can return later . ” But although Katherine said this, her heart was full of sorrow . Was that possible? Claire had already broken all relations with the Temple publically, slapping them in the face . How could the Temple let her go? Katherine’s heart clenched and she hugged Claire even more tightly . Lashia kept quiet, her small face gloomy . Roger, sitting across from them, had a sad expression as well . Claire had saved Katherine while he, her husband, had done nothing . He owed Claire and Katherine too much . Only Duke Gordan leaned back relaxedly with his eyes closed, silent the entire way .

The carriage slowly made its way out the city . Emery and Charle’s carriage followed from behind .

Silent night

The night light was resplendent . It was now the beginning of summer .

And so, they continued . Claire leaned on Katherine’s warm bosom, not saying a word . She had not felt such warmth in so long .

Katherine wished time would stop .

But that was impossible . After some time, the carriage finally stopped . They were now far from the capital and the darkness had descended .

When the carriage stopped, Katherine stiffened . She hugged Claire even more tightly .

“That’s enough, Katherine . This will not be the last time you see Claire . ” Duke Gordan said softly . “Let’s first get out of the carriage . ”

Katherine was downcast . She slowly let go . Everyone descended the carriage .

Emery’s carriage caught up and stopped .

Standing by the carriage, after saying her goodbyes, Claire was going to leave . No one knew how long she would be away .

Katherine hugged Claire again, unwilling to let go .

Lashia also started to sob . White Emperor and Black Feather hopped onto Lashia’s shoulders and waited silently .

“Alright, alright . ” Duke Gordan sighed . “If this continues, even I will not be able to bear it . ”

Only then did Katherine let go . She advised Claire, eat well, dress warmly, and so on . Lashia held Claire’s hand with tears in her eyes .

“Without me around, you must protect Claire . Also, make sure you watch over Little Leopard, will you?” Claire reached out and wiped away Lashia’s tears .

But Lashia’s tears continued to flow . She could not say anything, only nod her head furiously .

“My little sister, you will definitely become strong . So, don’t stop training . ” Claire felt warmth in her heart . This child was honest and smart . In the future, she would definitely become strong .

“Mhm, mhm…” Lashia could not stop sobbing .

“Claire, come here . I have something to say to you,” Duke Gordan said solemnly .

“Yes, Grandfather . ” Claire patted Lashia’s head to console her, then followed Duke Gordan,

The two walked farther and farther away . Katherine and the rest watched them, understanding that Duke Gordan was going to tell Claire something important .

Claire followed Duke from behind . Duke Gordan did not say a word, only advancing forward .

Suddenly, an ominous feeling arose in Claire’s heart . She could not quite explain why . Her sense of danger grew . It had nothing to do with killing intent nor hints in her surroundings . It was purely instinct . Claire frowned slightly and started to concentrate . Just as she started to release her consciousness, Duke Gordan’s clear voice interrupted .  

“Claire, you must be careful . Contact us once you reach there, ok? Don’t let your mother worry . ” Duke Gordan’s voice was unusually loud, somewhat forceful .

“Yes, Grandfather . ” Claire nodded .

Claire knew that as the head of the clan, Duke Gordan was definitely no ordinary person . But as for what Duke Gordan’s specialty was, Claire did not know . Claire mused to herself . In her memories, Duke Gordan never fought anyone . The force Duke Gordan had just revealed, was it a warrior’s?

Suddenly, Duke Gordan stopped .

He turned to face Claire, his face expressionless .

The inexplicable sense of danger heightened again . Claire watched her surroundings alertly, but nothing was unusual .

“What is it, Claire?” Duke Gordan could sense Claire’s vigilance .

“I don’t know, Grandfather . I keep on feeling like something is observing me, but I can’t find it . ” Claire frowned .

“What?” Duke Gordan’s expression changed . He frowned and started to scan their surroundings . “Perhaps an ambush by the Temple?”

Claire frowned . The Temple of Light would not attack her so brazenly . Even if her current strength had not already far surpass their expectations, she still had the backing of the Hill clan and her master, Cliff . It would not be easy for them to oppose her . If they wanted to bite her, weren’t they afraid of their teeth falling out? The Temple of Light would definitely not do such a foolhardy action .

“Claire, what do you feel is wrong?” Duke Gordan frowned, starting to shift to better observe their surroundings .

“I don’t know either . ” Claire shook her head .

Duke Gordan’s frown deepend . He walked to Claire’s side .

“Is there something strange in front of you?” Duke Gordan’s voice was low .

“In front?” Claire looked ahead, her attention completely focused ahead, leaving her back to be completely exposed to Duke Gordan .

Duke Gordan’s expression darkened abruptly . With half a step forward, a dagger glinting coldly appeared . It glowed faintly blue, meaning it was smeared in deadly poison!

Duke Gordan stabbed towards Claire’s heart from behind .

Claire immediately sensed the different air circulation . She hastily erected a magic barrier and dove away .

But the dagger had already sliced through Claire’s clothes and pierced her skin . Before Claire could catch her breath, a heavy fist attacked her . She hastily dove away . The sudden attack was successful because Duke Gordan had completely hid his killing intent and Claire had left her back exposed .

Taken by surprise, Claire backed into a large tree, watching the expressionless Duke Gordan coldly . But Claire began to feel dizzy . The extreme pain she felt from her wounded back indicated something was abnormal with the dagger . Her chest continued to contract and she spat out blood . The blood was blackish! Poison! Deadly poison!