<h4>Chapter 464 Chapter 464 </h4>


    ?He paced the room, Nexus''s sharp mind dissected the possibilities, searching for connections that might reveal the true intention behind the saboteur''s actions.


    "There''s an unseen thread weaving through this plot, connecting the saboteur to the Russell in a way that defies simple logic."


    "One thing I know for sure is that the attack earlier is a distraction to cover up the saboteur''s true intention."


    Nexus''s mind swiftly shifted its focus. The realization struck him like a bolt of lightning – Abby, the newest member of the Russell family, could very well be the target. As Drac''s only granddaughter, she stood as a potential pawn in the hands of someone seeking revenge against Drac. And many people already knew he is the one that took her from Drac''s house that very evening.


    Without wasting another moment, Nexus propelled himself into action. He rose from his bed with a sense of urgency, a premonition echoing through his heightened senses. Abby''s safety hung in the bnce, and Nexus felt a surge of responsibility.


    The corridors blurred as Nexus hastened towards Abby''s room. His unease grew with each step, his instincts warning him of impending danger. As he approached the door, the muffled sounds of a struggle reached his ears – the sh of bodies engaged inbat.


    Fueled by concern and a determination to protect, Nexus didn''t hesitate. With a burst of strength, he pushed the door open, revealing a chaotic scene within. A ck figure, shrouded in darkness, grappled with Crystal, the two locked in a fierce confrontation.


    The room crackled with energy as Nexus entered, his eyes fixated on the intense struggle between Crystal and the mysterious ck figure.


    Her nimble form danced through the shadows, meeting the ck figure''s every strike with a calcted defense. The sh of blows reverberated, creating a symphony of conflict within the confines of Abby''s room.


    The ck figure moved with an otherworldly grace, its movements swift and unpredictable. Shadows clung to its form, making it challenging for Nexus to discern its features.


    Nexus, still trying to figure out what happened, was caught off-guard as the room trembled with the force of the explosion, propelling him backward in the shockwave. The air crackled with residual energy, and the acrid scent of burnt residue hung in the aftermath.


    The unfolding chaos had erupted in a burst of blinding light, catching Crystal off guard. The ck figure, swift and elusive, unleashed a luminous ball that struck her with precision, sending her sprawling to the ground. In the blink of an eye, Abby became the assant''s target. As Nexus regained hisposure, his eyes focused on the chaotic scene. The ck figure had swiftly incapacitated Crystal and seized Abby. Nexus, witnessing the danger escte, couldn''t contain his fury.


    With a swift motion, Nexus conjured the potent Heavenly me, an ethereal manifestation of his formidable power. The searing mes encircled the assant, forming a barrier to impede any escape. Nexus, determined to protect Abby, focused his energy on containing the imminent threat.


    However, the assant was no ordinary adversary. In a countermove that caught Nexus off guard, they retaliated with a ball of radiant light. The collision of forces unleashed a colossal explosion that rippled through the room, creating a turbulent current of air. Nexus, caught in the shockwave, was propelled backward, hurtling through space.


    Just as Nexus was about to sumb to the forceful momentum, Crystal, ever vignt, intercepted him mid-air, preventing his descent. The room now smoldered with remnants of the explosion, and Nexus, seething with frustration, found himself grappling with the aftermath of the assant''s unexpected and potent counterattack.


    Nexus, grappling with the aftermath of the explosion and the unexpected counterattack, felt a sense of unease creeping in. The assant''s magic seemed eerily familiar, resonating with Reaves'' signature style. The precision, speed, and method of the attack mirrored Reaves'' capabilities, but Nexus couldn''t bring himself to believe that Reaves would turn against the Russell manor.


    Shaking off the disconcerting thought, Nexus refocused his attention on the immediate threat. With a determined resolve, he summoned the potent Heavenly me once again. This time, fueled by a heightened sense of urgency, Nexus intensified the heat of the ethereal mes, aiming to overwhelm the assant and create an imprable barrier.


    The searing brilliance of the Heavenly me filled the room, casting an intense glow that danced with the lingering shadows of the earlier explosion. Nexus, with his eyes fixed on the assant, unleashed the fiery onught.


    As the struggle unfolded, Nexus couldn''t shake the nagging doubt about the assant''s identity. Despite the simrities to Reaves'' magic, he knew there had to be more to the story.


    The sh of magical force between Nexus''s intensified Heavenly me and the assant''s radiant magic reached a crescendo, resulting in a simultaneous pushback that rippled through the room. The assant, a masked figure shrouded in darkness, was so surprise, their eyes betraying a hint of shock at the unexpected turn of events.


    In the aftermath of the intense magical confrontation, the assant''s mask bore the brunt of Nexus''s scorching Heavenly me. The hot air currents had wreaked havoc, partially incinerating the mask and revealing the face beneath. Nexus, staring at the exposed visage, was met with a revtion that sent a shockwave through his senses.


    The man behind the mask was none other than Reaves.


    Recognition and disbelief flickered in Nexus''s eyes as he processed the revtion. Reaves, someone he had known as reliable and trusted leader of the city, stood before him as the assant who had attacked the Russell family castle. The revtion cast a shadow over Nexus''s understanding of the situation, raising questions that echoed through the corridors of his mind.


    "Why would Reaves turn against us? What could drive him to attack the Russell family and endanger Abby?"


    The sound of the sh drew Madeline out of her room, her eyes widening in disbelief at the unfolding scene. The gasp that escaped her lips echoed the collective shock that reverberated through the room.


    "Why, Reaves? Why would you do something as lowly as this?" Madeline''s voice carried a tone of disappointment and disbelief. The gravity of the situation weighed heavily on her, the sense of betrayal cutting deep.


    Madeline, seen Reaves cradling Abby protectively in his arms knew he wouldn''t hurt her, she confronted Reaves with a mix of disbelief and disappointment. Her voice carried the weight of betrayal as she spoke, "Reaves, as the city lord, you hold a position of authority and responsibility. Why resort to such drastic measures? Abducting an innocent child is not how disputes should be settled."


    Reaves, in contrast, maintained a calm demeanor, his expression unreadable. There was a calcted stillness about him, as if he had anticipated this moment and was prepared to face the consequences of his actions, responded cryptically, "Madeline, in the intricate game of life, sacrifices must be made for the greater good. Sometimes, choices are made beyond the understanding of those not directly involved."


    Madeline''s eyes narrowed, her patience wearing thin. "The greater good? What could possibly justify putting a child''s life at risk? Reaves, Exin yourself."


    Reaves, seemingly unfazed by Madeline''s stern inquiry, maintained his calm facade.


    "Madeline, the city and my family face threats that go beyond the walls of this castle."