Chapter 1384

“Ian, although my time with Lillian was short, the love I received from her filled all the voids of my youth.

She was a wise woman who loved me deeply. If she knew I was being bullied like this, she wouldn’t

just stand by. Whenever I was beaten by my grandparents, she was always the first to rush to my

defense. And when the other kids called me names, she’d stand up to their parents tooth and nail.

Lillian always did whatever she could to protect me. If this BK thing is really related to her, then the

people there should be treating her chosen successor with kindness.” Maja’s voice was even as she

looked at Ian, “I couldn’t sense the slightest respect there, so I’ve come to realize something. Lillian

does have ties to BK, but since she chose to live incognito in Crystalbrook Valley, perhaps she escaped

BK at that time. Phelps wants me back to help him claim his position—that might because his position

is shaky, and he needs something very important.” “What he needs?” “The Jellyfish Seal.” Her

eyelashes fluttered slightly as she spoke this, her voice a bit hoarse. “It was something I found in

Crystalbrook Valley, something Lillian had hidden away. If BK was truly at her command, such a

massive organization would be a huge asset. Regardless of who her adversaries were back then, she

wouldn’t have to live in hardship in Crystalbrook Valley. So, it’s highly likely that BK could no longer aid

her back then. That’s why she took the most important thing with her. Besides, with my uncle’s family

all gone, those people are likely to search for the Jellyfish Seal. Whoever holds the seal, is the true

leader of BK.” Having blown the place to smithereens, Maja and Ian returned together by helicopter.

When they reached the seventh floor, the two shared a passionate kiss. As they gasped for air, Ian

cradled her face. “I think I’ve understood BK’s current situation. Any organization in its later stages will

see infighting, and BK is of no exception. Some back your mother, but many more are in Phelps’s

camp. Your mother took off with the seal. In that case, even if Phelps wants to be the boss, he’d face

resistance from the old fogies. That’s why he’s turned to you—Lillian’s handpicked heir, and it’s likely

you hold the Jellyfish Seal. If you also side with Phelps, what does it matter if he claims not the official

title? All he needs is a firm grip on you.” “He trains you, boosts you up, and you’re grateful to him,

treating him like a mentor. Without lifting a finger, he can silence those old

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stalwarts.” Maja nodded as she was pinned down onto the bed. But she still put up a hand to stop him.

“No, you’re not healed yet.” Ian sweated with efforts of restraint, especially after the night’s escapade.

Now back in this room, he desired her more than ever. To want her, to love her, to never be apart from

her. “Maja.” But she had already gotten up to straighten her clothes. It was nearly six, and the dawn is

breaking. Ian felt deflated, tempted to take care of himself. But after tossing and turning in bed for some

time, he couldn’t find the release. After Maja finished freshening up, she could still sense his grievance.

But she paid it no mind—not until his wound was healed, the matter would not be settled. Ian gave up

and sullenly flopped back onto the bed. “You’re heartless.” Maja, though, was fixated on the address

Eric had left, full of determination. “Your brother was saved by someone, a woman, a hypnotist capable

of erasing painful memories. To hypnotize someone like your brother, her skills must be at least on par

with Phelps. Phelps told me once that Lillian was a hypnotist too. I wonder if they are the same

person.” Ian lay on the bed, with a look of infinite melancholy, offering no reply. After being rejected for

the whole night, he had every reason to wallow in self-pity. “Ian?” Maja called out. Ian’s chest still

ached. Feeling wronged, he just turned over, presenting his back to her.

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