"Oh? It seems Elder Jin knows about the invitation letter. As far as I am aware, the elders did not receive such an invitation. Where did you obtain this information, Elder Jin?"
Ain asked, her tone sharp.
Syaf and Dian dropped to their knees, followed by all the bodyguards present.
"We did not leak any information regarding this letter, My Lady," they declared, sensing that Elder Jin was attempting to slander them in front of their leader.
Elder Jin was visibly taken aback to see all the 'Black Warrior' bodyguards kneeling to demonstrate their loyalty to Ain.
Ain let out a soft laugh.
"Everyone, rise. That remark was not directed at you, there is no need to be afraid."
They all stood back up.
"Except for Syaf and Dian, the rest of you may return to your respective posts," Ain commanded.
The other bodyguards bowed respectfully before departing from the living room.
Outside the house, the bodyguards gathered. "How dare that old man say such things to Our Lady!"
one of the male bodyguards exclaimed.
The others nodded in agreement.
One man rested his left arm on his companion's shoulder. "I have a plan to teach that old man a lesson—it might help vent some of our frustration," he said.
The bodyguards huddled closer, whispering among themselves.
"Please, continue with what you were saying, Elder Jin," Ain prompted.
"I have an acquaintance in England who informed me about this. I would like you, My Lady, to do whatever it takes to secure a seat on the council of the most powerful mafia leaders there,"
Elder Jin replied.
*This old man wants me dead,* Ain thought.
*He wants me to go there and fight against mafia bosses from all over the world—all just to earn a spot on that council.*
Syaf poured hot coffee into a glass cup and handed it to Ain.
Ain took it and sipped. Elder Jin awaited Ain's response. "If you dare to refuse this request, it will mean your power here begins to wane," he thought to himself.
Ain handed the cup to Syaf.
Looking at Elder Jin, Ain replied confidently,
"Very well, I shall go and retrieve it. Besides, it has been a long time since I last took a vacation. Thank you, Elder Jin, for your concern regarding our mafia organization."
Elder Jin was displeased by her response,
yet he offered a feigned smile.
"Excellent—that is our mafia leader for you! The other Elders and I shall await good news from you, My Lady," he said.