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Meanwhile, in an ordinary, unremarkable meeting hall in Zone 8 of Zovince,

Gautier was deep in conversation with Levi.

“You’re truly something, Gautier! Hank is already on his way to confront

Emmanuel. There’s bound to be a conflict this time!” Levi said with a toast to

Gautier, though his tone lacked enthusiasm. After all, stirring up trouble like

this wasn’t exactly a grand scheme.

Gautier clinked his glass with Levi’s, smiling as he said, “I actually asked for us

to meet here today because I need two favors.”

“Do you? What is it?” Levi responded politely but made no promises to fulfill

them.

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“I’d like to borrow a few skilled men from you. I have someone I need to kill

tonight,” Gautier said with an air of significance.

And who would that be?” Levi’s eyes showed a flicker of curiosity.

Gautier glanced around cautiously before leaning in close and whispering a

name into Levi’s ear.

“What?!” Levi was startled, his expression shifting dramatically. “Gautier, this is

absolutely out of the question! Killing him would bring a storm of trouble!

Besides, his martial skills are formidable, and with the Four Great Envoys

currently off in the West End on other assignments, there’s no one available

who could take him down.”

Gautier, as if expecting this reaction, smiled calmly and said, “Don’t worry, no

one will know it was us. If we don’t have the guts to handle this, I may as well

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resign. I wouldn’t be suited to being Mr. Tanner’s assistant anymore.”

“This…” Levi hesitated, clearly torn, before finally sighing in resignation. “Alright,

Ifigure something out. Mr. Tanner has high hopes for you. You should take

your duties seriously–he plans to officially announce you as his assistant

next week.”

“Thank you, Mr. Lestrange!” Gautier’s smile widened, already having

anticipated Levi’s agreement. He then smoothly continued, “The second

matter I wanted to discuss is related to what you just mentioned.”

“Do tell,” Levi said, now even more intrigued by Gautier. He saw this young

man as a promising talent, watching him rapidly grow with each step. In

Levi’s eyes, Gautier could one day become a towering figure like Teddy

himself.

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“With your influence and connections, I imagine it wouldn’t be difficult for you

to suppress an outside company like Terence Group’s branch, would it?”

Gautier asked, his tone turning cold.

“What?” Levi was taken aback. “Aren’t you managing that company? Why

would you want me to go after it?”

Gautier’s expression was resolute as he explained, “Emmanuel still doesn’t

trust me. If it weren’t for Mackenzie’s desire to use me, he’d have killed me by

now. If something doesn’t happen soon, I won’t earn his trust. And without

value, he’ll certainly eliminate me.”

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Levi nodded slowly, understanding the dangerous game Gautier was playing.

“You’re constantly walking a tightrope with your life at stake, Gautier, I truly

admire your courage.”

Gautier shrugged nonchalantly. “I’m just doing what’s necessary for Mr.

Tanner, ensuring Chanaea is managed properly.”

“Very well, then. You handle these matters however you see fit. I trust you,

and whatever support you need from me, I’ll provide,” Levi agreed readily this

time.

“Thank you!” Gautier flashed a charming smile, more alluring than the wine in

his glass, though far deeper and more calculating.

Truth be told, Levi couldn’t fully grasp Gautier’s true nature, but he was

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captivated by him, much like one might be by an aged, fine wine with a

complexity that draws one in with every sip.

After Levi left, Gautier remained in the meeting hall, drinking alone for a while

before finally deciding to leave. Just as he stepped outside, a familiar voice

called out behind him, “Gautier, so you’ve come to Zovince after all!”

Gautier turned around, surprised for a moment when he saw the unfamiliar Nôvel(D)rama.Org's content.

man in front of him. However, he quickly realized who it was and smiled. “I

should have known it was you. I knew Emmanuel wouldn’t have been able to

kill you so easily!”

“Care to grab a drink? Your treat!” the stranger said, pushing up his glasses

with a grin. “I’m a bit short on cash at the moment.”

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“No problem!” Gautier agreed without hesitation. “I knew you’d make a

comeback eventually. I’ll keep this one on your tab, Mr. Zelinsky!

la ha…” Magnus laughed heartily, “You’ve always been my smartest friend.

Let’s go!”

The two of them went back into the meeting hall and ordered two bottles of

aged liquor.

“So, Mr. Magnus, what brings you to me?” Gautier asked directly.

“I was hoping we could catch up first, but since you’re in such a hurry, I’ll get

to the point,” Magnus said, leaning back and adjusting his glasses. “We were

once close friends, right?”

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“We were,” Gautier replied straightforwardly. “We still are. And in the future-

“In the future, who knows,” Magnus cut him off. “I’ve always believed that true

iends aren’t necessarily people who share the same hobbies or ideals, but

they do share the same goals and interests.”

Gautier nodded in agreement.

TEMU

Magnus continued, “We used to share a common enemy–Emmanuel. But

that’s no longer the case. Emmanuel has no reason to kill me, and I have no

reason to kill him. You, on the other hand, still want to take him out to help

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Teddy. And Emmanuel certainly wants you dead,”

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“So, what’s your point?” Gautier, knowing how clever Magnus was, didn’t

other playing games and asked directly, “Are you suggesting you’re going to

become friends with Emmanuel? Isn’t that a bit ridiculous?”

“It is a little ridiculous,” Magnus admitted with a chuckle as he took a sip of his

drink. Setting his glass down, he explained, “But you know me–I’ve only ever

been focused on protecting my sister. She’s my only remaining family. My

true enemy is Maxwell Zelinsky, the man who’s been trying to kill me and my

sister our entire lives. I plan to stand with Emmanuel and take down Maxwell

Then I’ll take control of the Zelinsky family.”

“I see,” Gautier nodded, saying nothing more.

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Magnus, however, pressed on. “The way things are heading, there’s a good

chance we’ll end up as enemies

Magnus said the word “enemies,” he locked eyes with Gautier through his

glasses. The lenses seemed to create a distance between them, making the

space between them feel larger than it was.

Gautier suddenly laughed. “So you’ve come here to convince me to team up

with you and Emmanuel, to take down Maxwell, help you take over the

Zelinsky family, and ensure Ethan Hunt wins the election, right?”

“You don’t think that’s a good idea?” Magnus smiled, asking in return.

Gautier’s smile darkened, becoming more bitter. “So, my father died for

nothing? So I should just stand by and watch while Emmanuel takes the

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woman I love? And I’m supposed to silently wish them a happy life together?”

Magnus fell silent.

Gautier realized he had let his emotions get the better of him and quickly

reined them in. He knew Magnus too well–what he could hide from others, he

couldn’t hide from him.

Magnus picked up his glass, drained the remaining liquor in one gulp, and

stood up. “Alright, I think that’s enough talking for today. Hopefully, we’ll have

another chance to drink together in the future.”

Gautier smiled slightly, replying, “There are no permanent friends or enemies.

I’m sure there will be another chance.”