Revenge is Best Served… After Reborn

Chapter 1555

Chapter 1555

Sophie listened intently as Caelum delved into the stories of his past.

Caelum began, "When | was younger, | was all about taking risks and throwing caution to the wind. It's funny,

that impulsive attitude is what helpedestablish myself overseas. Over twenty years ago, a business failure

ledinto the orbit of The Silent Shadows. They tookunder their wing, and with their help, | climbed back

up, even stronger than before. | got lost in the pursuit of power and status. It was only later that I learned my

business woes were orchestrated by The Silent Shadows to lurein." "Caelum, you mentioned you were a core

member of The Silent Shadows back then. What about now? Are you still involved?" Sophie asked.

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Caelum shook his head, replying, "After Sandy's mother passed away, | wanted nothing more than to break free

from The Silent Shadows. | realized they weren't the key to success but a trap for entrepreneurs. As a core

member, my role was mostly to provide certain conveniences because of the agreement | had with them. They

pulledout of a mess and helped the Pollard family dominate overseas. In return, | had to offer them some

benefits. | thought that was the extent of our dealings. Regarding the black market... Sophie, | won't hide it from

you, there are quite a few black markets abroad. | often turned a blind eye, simply choosing not to ask

questions."

Caelum's eyes clouded with memories of those dark days. "The first t| attended one of those dinners, | was

taken aback. The Pollard family was quite influential overseas, and | thought I'd seen it all. But those dinners,

filled with desire and darkness, really got to me." "Caelum, is the dinner you're talking about similar to the ones

the Mintons and the Pearl Hotel hosted?" Sophie probed, not needing to finish her thought.

Caelum nodded. "Though I'm not

one for flings, | vowed to love only Sandy's mother in this lifetime. A man's word should mean

something, and my conscience

wouldn't letengage in those net

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activities. But this world can be harsh-being different makes you an outcast, even if you're right. That was when

my first clash with The Silent Shadows happened, ending with them threatening my wife and daughter."

"So, you compromised during that dispute twenty years ago?" Sophie asked softly.

"What choice did | have?" Caelum replied, regret heavy in his voice. "The Silent Shadows were far more powerful

than | ever imagined.4 couldn't stand by and let them harm my family." en

Reflecting on his past decisions, Caelum continued, "If | hadn't gotten involved, with The Silent Shadows,

none of this would have happened. Sandy's mother would still be alive."

Gently, Sophie inquired, "How exactly did Sandy's mother die?"