The War God's Homecoming

Chapter 310 Commander Gardner'S Eternal Pain

Chapter 310 Commander Gardner's Eternal Pain

After some more lighthearted banter, Billy led Josh Frazier into a guest room. He had some matters he wanted to discuss.

"Once again, thank you for your great kindness, Young Master!" After entering the room, Josh immediately knelt before Billy.

"Uncle Josh, you don't need to be so formal. It's me who has caused trouble for you and Violet," Billy said, helping him up. "Uncle Josh, please have a seat, and let's talk."

"Alright," Josh Frazier took a seat on one of the sofas.

After a brief pause, he looked at Billy and asked, "Young Master, have you ever returned to the House of the Stuarts in these years?"

"No," Billy shook his head. "Since I left, I never had the intention of going back."

"I see," Josh took a deep breath. "Young Master, your parents must be looking down from the heavens, proud of your achievements."

"I hope I haven't let them down." Billy replied with a slight nod.

His gaze turned distant as he thought about his parents. Tears welled up in his eyes as memories of them flooded his mind. The Stuart Clan, with its thousands of years of history, was one of the noble clans in Glavale. While many clans had become corrupt over time, some continued to uphold their original principles and had contributed significantly to the nation. The Stuart Clan, once known for its integrity and service, was one of them.

Billy's grandfather had devoted his entire life to the nation, including sacrificing his life. Though Billy had never fully understood the details of his grandfather's work, he knew it was a matter of great importance to the country.

When he was ten years old, his grandfather received a mission that required him to leave again. After that, Billy never saw him again. Even his father didn't know if his grandfather was still alive or not.

When Billy was twelve, the Stuart Clan received an urgent message from the capital, requesting that the clan send at least three strong experts at least in the advanced War Grandmaster realm for a special rescue operation. At that time, Billy's father had already become the head of the Stuart Clan, and he, along with his mother, accepted the request and headed to the capital.

However, their helicopter suffered a malfunction and crashed into a cliff while en route. The crash claimed their lives, and their bodies were never found. Billy was still a child at that time, and his family had kept the truth from him. It wasn't until a month later that he learned what had happened from other members of the clan.

After his parents' accident, his second uncle assumed the position of the clan's head. This uncle had always been ambitious and resented his father for becoming the clan head. He had been thwarted in his ambitions because most of the clan elders had supported Billy's father. Once his second uncle became the head of the clan, he started purging any potential threats. In less than a month, most of the clan's members were forced to leave.

From that point on, Billy's life took a drastic turn. The servants who used to take care of him were replaced, and many clan members who had previously treated him warmly turned cold and hostile. His peers, including his second cousin, often ganged up on him, but Billy's martial arts training, under his parents' guidance, gave him the upper hand in every confrontation.

However, after three months, things took a tragic turn.

One day, while he was gathering medicinal herbs in the mountains, his second cousin and a group of peers ambushed him. In the ensuing fight, he accidentally pushed his second cousin off a cliff, leading to the young man's legs being amputated, making him a lifelong cripple.

In a fit of rage, his second uncle stripped Billy of his martial arts abilities and cast him out of the Stuart Clan. At the age of twelve, with no martial skills, no resources, and a wound in his heart, he had to fend for himself on the streets.

After two months of wandering, he encountered a kind-hearted person who turned out to be Truman Miles, the head of the Miles family in Ozin. Truman Miles adopted him as his own son. From that moment, Billy became known as Billy Gardner and lived with the Miles family. If not for this fortunate encounter, his life might have taken a different, more tragic path.

"Uncle Josh, do you know the significance of this jade pendant?" Billy asked, taking out the jade pendant his mother had given him.

"I'm sorry, Young Master, but I have no idea," Josh replied. "I only learned about the existence of this jade pendant recently."

"Three years after you left the family, the Stuarts sent people to the capital to search for your whereabouts." Josh Frazier continued. "They were particularly interested in this jade pendant you have. But as for the exact significance of this jade pendant, only your grandfather, your parents, and perhaps your second uncle knew."

"I see." Billy nodded.

After a moment of silence, he said, "Uncle Josh, please make it clear to Violet that, for the time being, my true identity should not be revealed."

"Young Master, rest assured, I will not divulge a word." Josh Frazier said with sincerity. He fully understood the importance of keeping Billy's true identity a secret. If it were to become known that Billy was the former young master of the Stuart Clan, it would bring him endless troubles.

"After this incident, the Stuart Clan will certainly not let it rest. They'll probably send someone to the capital to look for something. You should spread the word that the Frazier family has officially become a partner of the Western Border Army from now on. Anyone who dares to touch you will be in conflict with the Western Border Army." Said Billy.

"This also aims at other clans. If they have any thoughts, tell them to come directly to me!"

"Thank you, Young Master!" Josh Frazier expressed his gratitude.

This matter had been his biggest worry in recent days. Dealing with other clans might be manageable to some extent; even if conflicts arose, there would be some restraint due to potential consequences. However, if the Stuart clan got involved, he had no confidence. He was well aware of the Stuarts' strength, something he couldn't contend with.

"Not a problem, Uncle Josh." Billy said with a smile. "I will leave Stout in the capital. Once you have resolved matters with the clan, he can take you to Secret Essences to repair your Dantian. It should not be too difficult." NôvelDrama.Org (C) content.

"Additionally, if you ever need assistance in urgent matters, you can contact Night Orchid directly."

"Thank you again for your great kindness, Young Master." Josh expressed his gratitude once more.

The next morning, Billy boarded a flight back to Ozin, leaving Stout behind in the capital.