The Nine Lotus Academy…
In the middle of the night…
High atop Sword Mountain, inside a secluded chamber, the first prince of the imperial family, Mark Smith, stood near a wide window overlooking the distant peaks. The moonlight reflected faintly on his sharp features, giving him an almost cold, calculated appearance.
'Tak… Tak…' A faint knock echoed.
"Enter."
The door opened quietly as two servants stepped in and bowed deeply.
"Master," one of them spoke in a respectful tone, "we have gathered information regarding Tony Clark."
Mark didn't turn immediately. He remained still, his gaze fixed outside, as if the matter held no real weight. Only after a brief pause did he speak.
"Speak…"
The servant continued without hesitation. "As we planned, Tony Clark has been placed in the Healing Tower. Not only that… the Peak Master Natasha personally gave him a residence next to her."
For the first time, Mark turned… A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes.
