In order to make the meeting more comfortable for everyone, the three Dark Guild representatives, as well as Gary and Kai, had decided to sit down at the many spread-out round tables, where plenty of guests were enjoying food and drink. Just from them meeting each other and talking, they were gaining far too much attention. After sitting down, as guests realized they couldn’t get close and find out what was going on between everyone, they had decided it was best for them to just carry on and enjoy the day. For most of them, it was matters that didn’t even concern them anyway. "Honestly, we are very happy that you have accepted our invitation," Kai announced. "We have come a long way. I remember when our gang was just starting out, and we had gone to one of your auctions. It had really boosted the strength of our group. Your service is one needed in the current world." "Thanks for the flattery," Marcus said, lifting up his slim glass of champagne, and he took quite a big sip from it. "I suppose there is a big question looming over your heads. Although I’m sure you invited me out of courtesy, you had expected me to decline." "Which was why, in advance, I made you aware that I was coming here, and there is a reason for that. I guess it should be us that should be thanking you, Gary Dem, as you have done a substantial big favor for us." "Me?" Gary said, pointing to himself and blinking several times. He was trying to remember when he did anything for the Dark Guild; his interactions with them were incredibly small. Read exclusive content at freewebnovel "We hear things through the walls," Marcus said with a large smile. "We are aware of what had occurred and happened to Harvor at the time with the infection, as well, it was a problem that we were quite focused on ourselves." Kai was starting to get a little bit on the defensive. The infection was only something that was known by a small amount, and it was a matter related to NIRV. Just how far did things go with this Dark Guild? "Relax, both of you," Marcus said. "You see, our group, or our organization, stems back an incredible amount of time. Our family members, who were connected in the past, have stuck close together and stayed close." "Many times, our strength, and everything that was passed down to us, was from the legacy of our own families. However, our history wasn’t exactly a good one." "Passed down was the tale of the infection, and how our past had been on the wrong side of events. This time, due to our family’s mistakes, we wished to correct it, any time we can. So we sought to gain more power." "To build our influence, so if the problem were to ever occur again, we could right our wrongs and stop it." "That issue, it was the infection that had occurred with the One Gang and NIRV?" Kai asked, to which Marcus nodded. "We were well aware of it but had no idea about the source. And although we were influential, we were still in the middle of biding our time, testing something new among us that might help us out with the situation. In the end, though, you, Gary Dem, dealt with a very big problem of ours." "Something that we had spent nearly all of our lives preparing for and worrying about was gone just like that." Gary gulped hearing those words because, based on the smile on Marcus’s face, he couldn’t tell if this was a compliment or not. "And you’re not annoyed by that… that everything you built up was for nothing?" Gary asked. "Don’t be silly," Marcus said, waving his hand. "The Dark Guild is like a family. We are close to each other. I can’t imagine how many lives might have been lost trying to stop this thing before it had become an even larger issue." "Do you think our lives are bad as one of the most influential groups in the world? Of course not, so our journey has not been a waste. It was the complete opposite. Which is why I said, I have come today because I wanted to thank you in person, Gary Dem." Marcus bowed his head slightly, and in response, Gary felt like he needed to do the same. Kai, who had been watching all of this, was smiling inwardly. He couldn’t contain himself. It was a better situation than he thought. They not only didn’t have Daphne to worry about, but if everything the Dark Guild said was true, then they had no reason to worry about another one of the Kings. It would be a straight-on clash between two groups. No distractions, just the two packs going head to head. ’I wonder if I can leverage this relationship as well. Maybe while things are feeling good, I should ask if we can have first pick on items. We have funds now… we can do this.’ Just as Kai was about to open his mouth, though, Marcus turned to look at him. "I have arranged something. I wanted to ask, some of my men have brought it in the car with them, if we are allowed to bring it inside." "Sure, that shouldn’t be a problem," Kai replied, "depending on what it is." Marcus stood up and chuckled. "I’m sure you will be quite happy, Gary Dem. For helping us, we, the Dark Guild, have decided to bring you our finest weapons that aren’t even available for auction. You get to pick whichever one you like, that suits your taste." "Me… a weapon?" Gary asked. **** For updates on MWS and future works, please remember to follow me on my social media below. Instagram: jksmanga When news of MVS, MWS, or any other series comes out, you will be able to see it there first, and you can reach out to me. If I’m not too busy, I tend to reply back.