Instigator and Protector of Violence-Chapter 286: [Typhoon]

Night.

Still at sea.

The deck of that ship.

Ethan and Anya, once again holding their cups of coffee, gazed at the pitch-black sea.

The night on the Golden Coast was so tranquil, so still that there was almost no wind.

Yet by comparison, Ethan still preferred the sea of Wenster, that kind of ever-changing feeling is what the sea truly is.

"There's always something missing."

Although everything was proceeding as planned, something still seemed to be missing.

Anya looked at him.

He, in turn, looked at the sea.

Then he thought of something, handed his coffee cup to Anya, and said, "I'll be right back."

Afterwards, he jumped into the sea alone.

That night, in the dead of night.

The Golden Sea, which hadn't seen any wind or waves for many years, suddenly experienced a strong wind, and waves surged up.

The spectacle shocked the coastal observers.

By the next morning, even various newspapers in the Royal Capital started reporting on the matter.

Because it was a sight not seen in many years, what exactly had happened?

Some meteorologists offered explanations, suggesting that a massive clash of air currents might have happened in the distant ocean, resulting in unusual weather.

Perhaps, the Golden Sea, unperturbed by winds and waves for many years, was about to face a huge typhoon.

Some newspapers, based on this explanation, even published preventive measures against the typhoon.

Apart from the abnormal weather at sea, there was also the latest news about the Eldest Prince, who had recently survived an assassination attempt.

Although he was injured, fortunately, he wasn't mortally wounded. After a few days of recovery, he was substantially out of danger.

Regarding this incident, the Eldest Prince planned to hold a press conference to explain the causes in detail.

This news was truly even more shocking than the long unseen storm over the Golden Sea.

Anyone with a bit of political instinct could sense that this press conference by the Eldest Prince was no ordinary affair. He was clearly aiming to strike at someone.

And, as everyone knew, who his biggest competitor was.

Oddly enough, in this entire situation, there seemed to be someone intricately connected to that person.

"Joseph, how long are you going to keep holding out? Do you think by staying silent you can drag things on forever?"

Kingdom Defense Bureau, inside the interrogation room.

The tenth day since Joseph was captured.

The same interrogation had been conducted countless times back and forth.

Almost identical questions, continuously tormenting Joseph's nerves.

Joseph's responses remained, "I don't know, I'm not aware, I've been wronged."

"Alright then, anyway, that woman will be caught soon enough. By then, it won't matter if you speak or not."

The interrogator naturally came from the third division, Michelle's people.

He sneered at the unyielding Joseph, then straightened his tie and walked out.

Shortly after the door closed, it was opened again.

This time, it wasn't the original interrogator who entered, but a familiar face.

This person moved to the interrogation table, adjusted his clothes, and slowly sat down.

"How's it been these last few days here?"

"Jonas, are you here to see me in disgrace, or to persuade me to take my own life?"

Yes, that's right. The person who walked in and sat opposite Joseph was none other than his elder brother, Jonas.

Now a man holding an important position in the Kingdom Ministry of Industry.

Theoretically, a place like the Kingdom Defense Bureau, no matter how high his position, given the different systems, he shouldn't be able to enter.

But after all, he bore the name Evans, and was one of the most important figures in this matter.

One could say that without him, this whole plan wouldn't have existed.

"I'm here for the family."

Jonas pushed the gold-rimmed glasses on his face, the lenses slightly reflecting light, revealing nothing of the gaze behind them.

"Give it a rest, Jonas. For the family? More like for yourself. I'm truly curious how you convinced Father to take such a risk and change sides."

Joseph sneered.

"The family is declining, Joseph, think about it, how many years has it been since our family had produced a Prime Minister? Even the core positions of the cabinet, how many years has it been since anyone from our family held them? The glory of the Evans is dimming, we must seize every opportunity."

Jonas's tone was grave, compelling one to listen.

"Wasn't it Father who chose the Second Prince because he saw his potential?"

"The Second Prince made a big mistake in Moerma, it seems you are unaware. Keep following him, and everyone will go down with the ship."

"What big mistake?"

Joseph was incredulous.

"He intended to monopolize that item."

Jonas leaned closer and whispered.

"Impossible..."

If this were true, then...

"Joseph, don't blame me, blame yourself for getting too deep. We can only abandon you to potentially welcome rejuvenation. Consider it your brother's apology."

It felt like some sort of victory declaration.

Also like farewell words.

In any case, Jonas was already straightening his clothes and getting up.

"Is that what Father wants too?"

"At this point, what choice does Father have? Just think of it as being for the family, and take some time to reflect. Besides, you've probably heard, that woman is about to be caught, and you have no chance."

"Such a dear father of mine."

Joseph slowly closed his eyes and then began to laugh.

"You can let me die, but I have one condition. I want to see her once, and you must ensure she doesn't suffer too horribly." 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

"Joseph, I never saw you as a romantic. Fine, I agree."

Jonas shook his head with a smile.

How did he ever consider such a person a rival, truly insignificant.

After Jonas left, Joseph opened his eyes and took a deep breath.

For some reason, in this situation, he found himself missing Ethan a bit.

If he were here...

But then again, if he were here, there probably wouldn't be much difference.

Didn't he get manipulated too?

However, despite everything, he kept recalling the events in Wenster, that public trial, that almost impossible reversal.

Could his life still have such a reversal?

Ethan didn't know Joseph was missing him. At that moment, he was rushing to the Sea God Church.

The actions of the previous night had finally had an effect.

The Pope of the Sea God Church, who was also Captain Charlie's brother, demanded to see him.

Along with Johnny Blackbird.

The sudden storm last night, and the potential upcoming typhoon, had caused quite a stir within the Sea God Church.

Upon Ethan's arrival, he saw a large number of followers emerging from every corner of the Royal Capital.

And the Kingdom Defense Bureau's people were clearly at the headquarters of the Sea God Church.

However, they seemed to be blocked outside the doors.