If Zachary and Dora were still here, they would definitely be grateful for their early departure. Because if Gabriel wasn't lying, the person approaching now was Hector Downy, the Warlord of the East. Who would dare provoke him seeing that he was one of the top figures

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Even Felix narrowed his eyes slightly and muttered, "The Warlord of the East?"

Gabriel heard Felix, but he didn't have time to worry about the latter. He had already given him plenty of chances earlier. It was up to the warlord to decide how to handle things, which was beyond Gabriel's control.

Hector stopped in his tracks. He was middle-aged, with a presence that made the air seem to go still, even though he wasn't intentionally exerting any pressure. His gaze was deep and intense, making the atmosphere tenser. "Gabriel, what crime have you committed?"

Gabriel didn't dare lift his head.

"I failed my mission. All my teammates perished, and only I managed to survive. That is my crime!"

His sorrow was evident in his words. For a soldier, there was no greater pain than losing their comrades in battle.

Hector raised his right hand slightly, and Gabriel felt a gentle force helping him to his feet.

"I've always said. You're a hero, not a criminal. But the barrier in your heart is one that no one else can help you with. You'll have to overcome it yourself."

Gabriel fell silent, then took a small box from his pocket. "This is the Veilflower you've been searching for, my lord."

Ever since one of his former comrades mentioned that Hector was looking for the Veilflower, Gabriel had been tirelessly seeking it. At last, after relentless efforts, he received good news from home. Hector took just one look at the box and said, "We're looking for the Veilflower for an old war hero. Its importance is something you can probably understand, so you've done a great service this time!" When Gabriel heard his reply, his eyes filled with emotion. Perhaps this would be the moment to resolve his inner turmoil.

Just as Hector was about to take the box, Felix, who had been standing quietly on the side,

spoke up, "Mr. Downy, it's been a while."

In an instant, Gabriel shouted angrily, "How dare you address the Warlord of the East like that?"

The two attendants beside Hector also shot Felix hostile looks, seemingly just waiting for

the order to take him down.

To everyone's surprise, when Hector turned to look, his eyebrows twitched a few times, and then he smiled in delight.

""Felix Zeller?"

Felix gave him a small smile. "I thought you wouldn't recognize me, Mr. Downy."

From the moment Hector had appeared and started talking to Gabriel, he hadn't even glanced at Felix. It wasn't arrogance-it was just a habit. So, Felix hadn't thought much of

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Then, the next moment, Hector suddenly hugged Felix and laughed heartily.

"When did you leave Eden Village? You didn't even let me know."

Gabriel was stunned. What was happening? Felix actually knew the Warlord of the East, and it seemed like they were old friends that hadn't met in a long time.

Recalling all of Felix's actions earlier, Gabriel swallowed hard. Could it be that he was already in trouble again right after earning some credit?

"It's been a while since I left, and my mentor gave me strict orders. Besides, I didn't have your number. How was I supposed to contact you?"

Hector nodded and turned to Gabriel. "Gabriel, do you have any wine here?"

"Yes, my lord."

Watching the two walk away, Gabriel felt relieved that Felix didn't seem inclined to make trouble. However, he also learned a valuable lesson. There are hidden talents everywhere.