The Man’s Decree – Chapter 6024

Jared listened, mind racing beneath a mask of calm.

Aligning with Julian meant colossal risk; if exposed, neither would survive. Yet the gains were clear, an ally inside the celestials' domain and a thread of hope for the Morse couple.

Big wagers didn't scare Jared, vengeance had already mortgaged his life. He stood and crossed the last step between them.

Jared extended his hand. His voice rang steady. "Your honesty earns respect. The Morse debts will be paid, and the celestials' secrets unearthed."

He tightened the offered handshake. "When the moment comes, we'll stand together, for the manor and for everyone crushed under level thirteen's weight."