Chapter 1402

Early the next day, news of the complete withdrawal of the Cox family from District Fourteen spread like wildfire, sparking a flurry of discussions.

“So, the Cox family really left, huh? My goodness, such a massive family, announcing their departure from Bartitsu Guild, it’s quite remarkable.”

“What departure? This is clearly Bartitsu Guild forcing others out. If it weren’t for the guild being unfair and creating this kind of atmosphere, I don’t think the Cox family would have left. They were doing fine in Bartitsu Guild. Why go to an unfamiliar place and trouble themselves?”

“What about the armory? Is it a real thing? Has the Cox family already emptied it? In that case, Bartitsu Guild is left with nothing. Can’t understand what Bartitsu Guild is trying to achieve. The Cox family has always respected Bartitsu Guild, never causing any trouble, and now they’re being pushed away.

What’s the point?”

“Oh, that’s simple. What else can they be thinking? They want the things in the Cox family’s armory.

Greed knows no bounds, right…”

There were onlookers, sympathizers for the Cox family, and those condemning them.

“The Cox family are traitors! Avery is a traitor! Building a secret armory, storing illegal weapons, engaging in prohibited smuggling. Now that the truth is out, they betray the guild and defect to another.

No dignity left!”

and “Bartitsu Guild has been good to the Cox family. Now, they’ve betrayed the guild. They have no conscience. Disgusting!”

Meanwhile, Bartitsu Guild also issued the latest statement, claiming that even though the Cox family has left the guild, they will still punish the Cox family for their alleged crimes.

Of course, these words were just for show, to save their dignity.

After all, with the Cox family no longer within the jurisdiction of Bartitsu Guild, they have no authority to administer any punishment.

However, these statements were not just empty talk; they were aimed at reinforcing the impression that the Cox family were traitors.

But within half an hour, a statement released by Lordsworth Estate stirred up a storm across the entire Phison.

Lordsworth Estate: Firstly, we are honored to welcome the Cox family into our extended family, becoming a valuable ally under our banner. In the future, the glory and disgrace of Lordsworth Estate are intertwined with that of the Cox family. We hope to develop and prosper together. Secondly, Lordsworth Estate would like to clarify that the Cox family did not secretly build an armory, nor have they engaged in any illicit private transactions. These are baseless accusations that hold no ground in Lordsworth Estate or the entire Free Realm. The Cox family is innocent, both during their time in Bartitsu Guild and afterward in Lordsworth Estate. Regarding the armory issue, Lordsworth Estate has verified that it was not privately constructed by the Cox family. It was discovered by the Cox family’s previous patriarch and has been guarded by them since then. The armory has not been accessed, and Bartitsu Guild was well aware of this arrangement. The decision for the Cox family to guard it was made with the approval of Bartitsu Guild. As for why Bartitsu Guild is now making counter- accusations, we do not have that information.

As soon as this statement was released, an uproar exploded on the internet.

h my, Lordsworth Estate issuing a statement; that’s a rare sight! When was the last time this appened?

The Cox family really knows how to make a statement! After the Gordon family, they’re the econd family to command such respect from Lordsworth Estate, right?

This is absurd. So, the armory existed long before, and Bartitsu Guild, acting like it’s something new, ccuses the Cox family of building it. What’s the deal with that? And accusing the Cox family of uilding it privately? Tsk, tsk. We need to examine this closely.

It appears that the Bartitsu Guild has no shame. The Cox family was rightfully safeguarding it, and yet they want to tarnish their name by accusing them of illegal weapons smuggling. I’m sure it’s a Fabrication, an attempt to besmirch their reputation. It’s truly unsightly.

If that’s the case, who would want to align with such a power? Any family could be the next target.

Aligning with this kind of force might leave you bone dry one day. Be cautious, run away quickly!

My assessment is that Bartitsu Guild is truly deceitful. This isn’t the first or second time. Who would want to associate with them? Talking about betrayal, if the Cox family didn’t leave, that would be the real surprise. I’m siding with the Cox family.

I’m with the Cox family too! I used to think they lacked conscience, but now, thinking about it… Hah.

Looking back, sending the Cox family to reclaim Adieu Island from the Jagger family was probably intentional from Bartitsu Guild. Clearly, they had sent their own people to reclaim it several times without success, yet suddenly they feared the Cox family. It’s like they willingly let the Cox family be the sacrificial lamb. Bartitsu Guild probably didn’t expect the Cox family to come back intact and successfully reclaim Adieu Island. Haha, that’s quite unexpected.

Be bolder and don’t say it’s a guess; it’s definitely a deliberate action from Bartitsu Guild.