“If we can resolve this without resorting to violence, it would be good!” the head of the Murray family responded.


    “However, I worry that the other side has big ambitions!”


    “Yes! They havee with such force, their goal must be significant!” the head of the Gordon family added.


    “If they only want some territory or spiritual stones, it’s not a big problem. But I’m afraid they want the entire Skydragon City!” the head of the Cisneros family chimed in.


    While the head of the Meskill family remained silent, a look of seriousness crossed his face.


    “How about this then?” Norman Moyer spoke up again.


    “They should be almost at the city gates now. Let’s send someone out to negotiate and see what their conditions are. We can discuss further when they return.”


    “I agree!” the other family heads nodded.


    “Lady Stuart, what are your thoughts?” Norman Moyer turned to Stephanie.


    “Since everyone seems to agree, I have no objections,” Stephanie replied calmly.


    “In that case, shall we, Mr Vaughan, go out and try?” Norman Moyer continued.


    “Thank you both!” Stephanie’s eyes narrowed slightly.


    “It’s our duty!” Norman Moyer and Milton Vaughan responded.


    Two minutester, the two of them left.


    “Lady Stuart, some people may have ulterior motives. We must be cautious…”


    After the two left, Floyd Sparks looked at Stephanie thoughtfully.


    “Mr Sparks, what do you mean?” the head of the Murray family asked.


    “You will soon understand,” Floyd Sparks took a deep breath before responding.


    “Are they…” Clyde Murray furrowed his brows.


    “Thank you for the reminder, Mr Sparks. Let’s wait for their return before discussing further,” Stephanie interrupted.


    Time passed quickly, and about half an hourter, Norman Moyer and Milton Vaughan returned.


    “Mr Moyer, any results? What is it?” Clyde Murray asked.


    “We have,” Norman Moyer nodded, looking troubled. “They don’t want territory or spiritual stones…”


    “Then what do they want?” the head of the Meskill family inquired.


    “Their purpose is clear!” Milton Vaughan spoke up. “They want Lady Stuart to step down from her position as city lord!”All rights ? N?velDrama.Org.


    “What?!” several family heads were stunned.


    “They havee for the entire Skydragon City! After all, as it turns out, they were aimed at the entire city,” Gerald Hoover spoke up, his voice grave, then turned to Stephanie. “Lady Stuart, there’s no need to negotiate further. Let’s fight!”


    “What are your thoughts?” Stephanie looked at the others.


    This oue was expected by her. Norman Moyer and Milton Vaughan yed their parts well.


    “I, on behalf of the Sparks family, pledge to live and die with the City Lord’s Manor!” Floyd Sparks dered. “If they want to take the city, let’s see if they have what it takes!”


    “The City Lord and Lady have been very kind to the Murray family, I have nothing more to say.” Clyde Murray replied.


    “The Hoover family has nothing more to say either!” Gerald Hoover said, then turned his head. “What do you three think?”


    “I am concerned…” Vincent Gordon spoke up.


    “Have you all considered the consequences?” Norman Moyer interrupted.


    “I took the opportunity to assess their strength just now. With our current military strength in Skydragon City, there is no chance of victory!”


    “If conflict were to break out, our casualties would be uneptable to all, it is highly likely that our entire family line would be wiped out!”


    “So, what do you suggest, Mr Moyer?” Floyd Sparks narrowed his eyes and asked.


    “I have reached a preliminary agreement with the other party. As long as we agree to their conditions, they promise not to harm any of us,” Norman Moyer continued.


    “I assume you haven’t finished speaking, Mr Moyer?” Floyd Sparks spoke again. “Did the other party promise you that, as long as Lady Stuart steps down, they will let you take her ce as city lord?”


    “What do you mean, Mr Sparks?” Norman Moyer’s tone turned serious.


    “Do you dare say that their attack this time has nothing to do with the Moyer family?”


    “Frigid Fortress and Pr Trading Guild should be very clear. If we mobilize the entire city’s forces, even if they can win, it will undoubtedly be a pyrrhic victory. They wouldn’t stand to gain!”


    “Yet they still sent troops, clearly reaching an agreement with certain people in our city, thinking they can easily take Skydragon City! Otherwise, they would not have acted in such a way!”


    “Mr Sparks, you better watch your mouth, be careful of causing trouble with your words!” Norman Moyer responded angrily, a cold aura emanating from him.


    “What, did I hit the nail on the head, and now you’re angry?” Floyd Sparks retorted.


    “Fool, it seems you are asking for trouble yourself!” Norman Moyer roared again and moved to attack Floyd Sparks.


    “Do you want to fight? I’ll apany you!” Floyd Sparks frowned, confronting Norman Moyer with a palm strike.


    Just then, a muffled sound echoed, and the two backed away from each other, evenly matched.


    “Try another move!” Norman Moyer said, intending to strike again.


    “Stop!” Stephanie reprimanded in a cold voice.


    Then, she looked at the eight people and spoke forcefully, “When Chester left Skydragon City, he entrusted the city and its people to me, asking me to take care of this home!”


    “Therefore, as long as I, Stephanie Stuart, still live, I will never allow outside enemies to touch Skydragon City! As for you all, everyone has their own ambitions. For those willing to stay and face the enemy with the City Lord’s Manor, I am grateful beyond words!”


    “For those unwilling to stay, I will not force you. You are all free individuals, free to leave at any time!”


    “Since Lady Stuart is determined to go to war, I apologize!” Norman Moyer replied coldly. “The Moyer family hase this far, and I am responsible for all of its members!”


    “The Vaughan family will also withdraw, please forgive us, Lady Stuart!” Milton Vaughan added.


    “Humph! Ingrates!” Gerald Hoover snorted, then turned to the two beside him. “Mr Gordon, Mr Cisneros, are you also leaving?”


    “Lady Stuart, the Cisneros family’s business is fragile and cannot withstand such turmoil. I hope you can understand…” Peter Cisneros spoke after taking a deep breath.


    Following suit, the head of the Gordon family expressed a desire to withdraw as well.


    “Get out!” Gerald Hoover shouted angrily.


    “You…” Peter Cisneros furrowed his brows.


    “I understand, please go!” Stephanie took a deep breath and waved her hand.


    “Mr Meskill, are you also leaving?” Floyd Sparks then turned to the head of the Meskill family.