The Heiress’ Return: Six Brothers at Her Beck and Call (Wynter Quinnell) novel Chapter 1677

Whitley wasn't the only one who had sensed the change in the surrounding energy. Wynter felt it too, though she couldn't care less about the heavens. She was more concerned about Vanessa, who had merged with the Soul Commanding Badge.

"You can't be reborn once you've merged with the badge," Wynter stated.

Vanessa chuckled softly in response."Then so be it. I'm sure you've recalled certain memories, Master, but that's as far as my power extends.

"Besides, I've thought it through. Rather than be reborn as a human, I'd much prefer to follow you and stand against the injustices in this world."

With that, Vanessa manifested before Wynter. Bearing the marks of merits, she was no longer an ordinary soul. Considering her horoscope even rivaled that of Eliana's, it appeared that she hadn't visited the nightclub by chance.

Looking at the golden-rimmed Soul Commanding Badge, Wynter lifted her gaze and clutched her hand. "Then, I'll do as you wish."

Instead of letting Vanessa endure the torment of the personal burdens alone, Wynter drew the pain into herself.

Vanessa was stunned, and her eyes brimmed with tears as golden rays enveloped her. After acknowledging Wynter as her master, she had glimpsed into Wynter's past and hoped to share her burdens. However, Wynter adamantly refused and bestowed some fortune upon her instead.

A wraithlord never wept, but when they did, their tears could quell any calamities.

The moment Vanessa shed tears, an elderly man—one deeply revered by many—felt a violent thump in his chest. Blood then trickled from his lips.

"What happened? Stop the car right now!" Astor shouted at the driver.

With a solemn gaze, the old man clutched his chest and raised a hand. "There's no need for that. It's just that my illness relapsed. We mustn't be late for the upcoming conference."

With that thought, the old man closed his eyes and concealed his presence from his adversaries.

But he wasn't the only one fleeing Hawford. A few teachers from various schools were desperately seeking to escape the city as well.

The teachers suddenly found themselves under investigation. It was a situation that had never occurred before. To bring them to account, the Ministry of Education itself would also be called into question—the last department anyone expected to be inspected.

After all, many hidden connections could be exposed upon an investigation. Thus, some directors hesitated when Lucas suggested a thorough inspection.

"I don't mind conducting a large-scale search, but I'm worried it might affect the students' academic progress," one stated.

"I agree that the cafeteria has a serious issue, but with final exams approaching, I'm sure the teachers are already feeling anxious. It wouldn't be a good idea, right?" another echoed.