“The Johnstons, Sullivans, and Lees? They have death wishes!” With a grim face, Tobias roared furiously.

He stood up angrily but then quickly sat down again.

Tobias knew he could not act impulsively.

James was overpowering and the strongest among the Cadens’ youngsters. There was a possibility he would surpass Tobias in a few more years. Despite his promising future, Tobias had no confidence in saving James from the three families. If he were to stand up for him now, the Ancien Four would fight to the death.

Tobias hurried to the backyard.

Tobias stood outside the wooden house and shouted, “Grandpa, it’s me, Tobias. I wish to see you right now.”

Creak!

The wooden house door opened.

An old man that radiated an unearthly aura walked out with his hands behind his back. He looked at Tobias and asked, “You look flustered. Did something happen?”

“James was appointed the Emperor, and the succession ceremony will be held today. However, I got the news that the Johnstons, Sullivans, a