Chapter 23: Calculated Retaliation

could have killed her without hesitation. After all, she had cured his illness. But he still kept his promise, not only giving her the secret art but also half of his power. This favor, she accepted...., she wouldn't have arranged for her son to be betrothed to a member of the Xiao family from a young age, nor would she have allowed him to move freely in their home. Of course, she was also eyeing th...