If mother were to find out about Older Brother's situation, she would probably be so overwhelmed with worry that it would harm her health.

Seeing William Reynolds finish his medicine, the smile on Cooper's face grew even brighter. She felt that her second son was truly different tonight—not only more sensible and enlightened, but also much more obedient.

Even a small change in her son would, in a mother's eyes, be magnified infinitely.

"Xiao Qi, help the young master back to his room to rest." Cooper thought that since her child was just recovering, he should get more rest.

But William Reynolds waved his hand and instructed, "Little Alice, stay here and keep my mother company. I'll go out for some fresh air by myself."

Little Alice was William Reynolds's personal maid. In Little Alice's eyes, the young master was her sky, her earth, her everything.

The young master's orders were, of course, to be followed without question.

"Very well, Little Alice, you stay here and chat with me for a while."

William Reynolds's series of "unusual" behaviors today had brought Cooper many surprises. She truly hoped to have someone to share and process them with.

A clever and well-behaved girl like Little Alice was naturally a good choice.

……

In Yunluo City, there were ten great families, the most prestigious of all.

As one of the ten great families, the Reynolds naturally held a top position in Yunluo City.

And this branch of William Reynolds's family, because his father James Reynolds had risen to prominence sixteen years ago and was chosen by the mysterious force known as Tiange to enter the Moonlight Hall for training, had also been awarded a third-level Moonlight Medal.

Although a third-level Moonlight Medal was not considered a high rank, in Yunluo City, it was an extraordinary honor!

Because of this, William Reynolds's family lived in a private, standalone residence in Yunluo City.

However, all this honor and status had become somewhat precarious in recent years due to a certain rumor.

The rumor said that James Reynolds had disappeared during a trial, leaving no trace behind.

This rumor immediately made William Reynolds's family's position within the clan extremely awkward. Doubts in various forms were constantly voiced, and those eager to kick them while they were down sprang up like bamboo shoots after the rain, creating an atmosphere of impending crisis.

The true target of these opportunists was clear—the third-level Moonlight Medal.

Sitting on a stone bench in the courtyard, the February spring breeze brushed his face, still carrying a bit of chill. This cool wind gradually calmed William Reynolds's overheated mind after his rebirth.

Judging by the time, Older Brother at the The Bennett Family should have already made his move. Perhaps even—

The people sent by the The Bennett Family were probably already on their way.

The arrow was on the string!

How to respond in order to avoid the great tragedy of his previous life, to make up for the deep regrets left behind—William Reynolds didn't have much time left.

He had to find a solution immediately.

Chapter 0004 The Bennett Family

However, William Reynolds did not panic. After experiencing life and death in the battle with the demon race, he was now able to remain calm in situations like this.

According to memories from his previous life, the The Bennett Family used Older Brother as leverage, seeking nothing more than the third-level Moonlight Medal left by his father.

This third-level Moonlight Medal, bestowed by the mysterious force Tiange, was naturally more than just a symbol of honor.

Those who possessed a Moonlight Medal were eligible every five years to receive a generous reward from Tiange's local branches, could take on paid missions from Tiange, and had the opportunity to participate in a test every five years.

If one passed the test, they could directly join the outer ranks of Tiange; those who performed exceptionally could even enter Tiange's headquarters for training!

In short, the benefits were many.

In a border city like Yunluo, the total number of Moonlight Medals ever awarded had never exceeded twenty!

As time passed, there were now only three Moonlight Medals remaining in Yunluo City.

Therefore, each Moonlight Medal was an enormous temptation and a top-tier treasure for Yunluo City.

It should be noted that for an ordinary family, even the slightest connection to Tiange—even as an outermost affiliate—would be a source of great pride and worthy of grand celebration.

This shows just how hot and eye-catching the Moonlight Medal in William Reynolds's family was!

In his previous life, the The Bennett Family, like the other families in Yunluo City, were not much different in William Reynolds's eyes.

However, in the final battle of his previous life, Grace Bennett had the right to retreat early but chose to stay, which made William Reynolds view the The Bennett Family in a new light after his rebirth.

Still, this was not a reason for him to compromise with the The Bennett Family.

Everything would be revealed in time.

After sorting out his thoughts, William Reynolds came up with many possible solutions. The core of these plans, however, had to revolve around Grace Bennett.

Suddenly, a plan that could kill three birds with one stone popped into his mind.

William Reynolds's eyebrows lifted slightly, his forehead relaxed, and he stood up abruptly.

Glancing casually toward the street, he saw that the envoy from the The Bennett Family was already striding toward him from across the road.

When the envoy saw William Reynolds sitting at the courtyard gate, the corners of his mouth curled up in a mocking smile. He had probably already prepared his speech along the way—how to create an imposing presence, how to suppress William Reynolds, how to make William Reynolds obediently submit...