“Understood.”

His men went to the basement and brought the badly injured David up.

Zavier stood up and said, “You may get the money from the Watsons’ residence. I’ll take him from here. I hope that’s fine with you.”

“Not a problem. I trust you.”

“Need an IOU?”

Maximus handed an IOU to Zavier.

Zavier then handed it to Thea.

Thea said gratefully, “T-Thank you.”

Zavier lightly waved. “Drop the formalities. We’re gonna be family soon. Quick, bring your brother to the hospital. I’ll be making the arrangements. Let’s get engaged tomorrow.”

“Ah? S-So soon?” Thea was stunned. She then said, “B-But, I haven’t divorced James yet.”

Zavier smiled. “It’s alright. You can divorce him after we get engaged.”

Zavier wanted to tell her that James was the Black Dragon and had died on the battlefield at Mt. Thunder Pass. However, after brief contemplation, he chose to remain silent.

Thea would soon be his woman. He did not want her to feel miserable.

Thea fell silent.

After a l