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    Xion took her time considering her choices and ultimately decided on thetter.


    She had a faint realization that this was the path her mother hoped she would take.


    Initially, Zayne was unaware of Xion’s background, but he sensed that this girl possessed remarkable strength, was highly trainable, and reminded him of Kairi from years ago.


    Xion followed her mother’s guidance, wanting to keep her past hidden from Zayne. However, the astute and cunning Lord Banks picked up on subtle hints regarding Xion.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    He couldn’t shake the feeling that there was something unusual about the way Zayne regarded this young girl.


    This unease made him vignt.


    Fearing that Xion might be an undercover agent for his rivals, he ordered a thorough investigation into her identity. Tracing the source step by step, he eventually discovered Kairi.


    Upon learning that Xion could potentially be Zayne’s daughter, the father instructed his team to collect hair samples from both Xion and Zayne for a covert DNAparison. Once he received confirmation of the results, he revealed everything to Zayne. Zayne’s immediate reaction was shock, followed swiftly by deep emotion.


    He understood why Kairi had been so moved by her feelings. After that fateful night years ago, she not only gave birth to their daughter but also nurtured her into a talented individual, quietly sending her back to safeguard Zayne’s well-being.


    Yet, Zayne was also apprehensive about Xion’s identity. After all, she was the product of his troubled marriage. If his wife and children were to discover Xion’s true background, it would severely tarnish his reputation.


    Given his wife’s character, she would likely choose to divorce him without hesitation. Although nearly two decades had passed since the mistake, discussions with the elder Banks led to a mutual decision: they would pretend not to know.


    Since Xion wished to keep her identity hidden and did not want to acknowledge him as her father, Zayne felt there was no need to proactively recognize her as his daughter. They both kept their secrets, allowing life to continue without disruption. Over the years, Zayne took special care of Xion, even training her as a leader within the Banks Family’s master team.


    He believed that, even if he couldn’t openly express his fatherly love, he had to ensure Xion’s future was secure. He wanted her to fulfill her potential within the Banks household and be a master in her own right, free from worries about basic necessities.


    However, he never anticipated that a trip to Japan would jeopardize all of Xion’s future, and even her life.


    How could he not feel anguish in this moment? Lord Banks understood Zayne’s turmoil, remaining silent for a while before finally sighing, “The current situation is dire for the Banks Family. We’ve lost so many people at once. This news is bound to spread before dawn. We’re like tigers with broken teeth now. I worry that the Wade family will be the first to crack! You need to stay focused on this issue; it would be wise to return to China immediately and strategize together. We need to decide on our next steps.”


    Zayne choked up and said, “Dad, I have a request, and I hope you’ll consider it!”


    Lord Banks replied, “Go ahead, I’m listening!”<fn22ef> N?w ?ovel chapt?rs are published on ?ovelFind</fn22ef>


    Zayne looked intently at him and dered, “We must do everything possible to rescue Xion!”


    Lord Banks responded thoughtfully, “Zayne, this situation is extremely ruthless! It’s like pping the Japanese government in front of the entire world. They will undoubtedly respond harshly. If we manage to rescue her, the consequences might be beyond your imagination!”


    Zayne replied earnestly, “Xion’s involvement was my decision, so I take full responsibility for this!”


    He continued, “The Japanese government is simply trying to catch the culprits and deliver justice, to reassure the public. They’ve detained over fifty of us, with only a few released. Their main objective hasn’t been achieved; can’t we find a way to save face?”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>


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