Wizard Earl

However, because Jon Ferguson was the keeper of the Ferguson family library, although few people in the family knew of his existence, he still held considerable weight in the eyes of some family elders. If he were to die suddenly, he might be suspected by others in the family.

Furthermore, at the time, Philo only requested animal blood, which could be obtained with some money. Therefore, Warren Ferguson wasn't under much pressure and had time to wait. Thus, Warren Ferguson chose to use a slow-acting poison to gradually deteriorate Jon Ferguson's body, making his death less sudden and less suspicious…

Looking at Warren Ferguson, whose face was covered in blood, Connor shook his head slightly under the pleading gaze of his uncle.

Before Connor knew that the killer of Jon Ferguson was Warren Ferguson, he did not intend to kill Warren Ferguson. After all, Ferguson had just passed away, and Connor, as his only son, would not have been a good thing to do if he killed his own uncle, no matter what the reason was.

Moreover, if Warren Ferguson, who was in charge of the family's armed knights, were to die shortly after Ferguson's death, it would easily attract the attention of those with ulterior motives, which would not be a good thing for Connor!

Unfortunately, Connor had sworn an oath before Jon Ferguson's corpse to find the real killer behind his death and avenge him. Connor was not prepared to break his promise to Jon Ferguson, so now only death lay before Warren Ferguson!

Upon seeing Connor shake his head, Warren Ferguson, bound to the stake, turned deathly pale, lowered his head, and remained utterly dejected. After a long while, he sighed, raised his head again, looked at Connor, and said with a wry smile, "Connor, it's been over ten years. I never imagined that we would meet again under such circumstances. As your uncle, I've really done a disgraceful job..."

At this point, Warren Ferguson sighed again. Just as Connor frowned, wondering what he was trying to say, Warren Ferguson suddenly changed the subject, looking at him very solemnly and saying, "Connor, I've done so many wrong things. As the new Earl of Ferguson, you want to clean house. I have nothing to say. I wouldn't blame you even if you killed me!"

"But I have two wishes before I die. Connor, could you please grant them, for the sake of me being your second uncle, so that I can go to see your father without regrets?" After saying this, Warren Ferguson looked at Connor with pleading eyes.

Seeing how pitiful Warren Ferguson sounded, and how he had even brought up his father, Ferguson's father, Connor frowned and thought for a moment. He then decided to give Warren Ferguson this opportunity out of respect for his father, and said in a deep voice, "Please speak!"

After receiving Connor's permission, Warren Ferguson didn't hesitate and said directly, "Connor, all of this was done by me, Warren Ferguson, and has nothing to do with your aunt Kelly Fabian or your cousin Kevin Ferguson. You can do whatever you want with me, but could you please leave them alone?"

Hearing that Warren's first request was for the sake of his wife and children, Connor couldn't help but look at him with newfound respect. Without the slightest hesitation, he calmly replied, "I promise you, your affair is a family scandal, and the family won't make it public. Your death will be officially declared a sudden heart attack! Neither Kelly Fabian nor Kevin Ferguson will be affected in any way!"

Hearing Connor's promise, Warren Ferguson was immediately relieved. He looked at Connor and said, word by word, "Connor, I know you are now a full-fledged wizard, so my second wish is that you must help me kill that devil, Philo. I am what I am now, I have done so many wrong things, and I even killed Uncle Jon, all because of this devil Philo!"

At this point, Warren Ferguson's face contorted with rage, his eyes filled with hatred. If Philo were here, Warren Ferguson would surely devour his flesh and drink his blood without hesitation!

Connor wasn't surprised by Warren Ferguson's wish. He nodded and said in a deep voice to Ferguson, "Fine! I promise you! If I had the power, I wouldn't let Philo go!"

Seeing that Connor had granted both of his wishes, Warren Ferguson had no regrets. He glanced around the world with lingering affection, then closed his eyes. Connor didn't waste any more words. He gently touched Warren Ferguson's forehead with his finger, and Warren Ferguson's head immediately lolled to the side, and he breathed his last, following his brother Alfredo Ferguson as he left this tragic world!

After dealing with Warren Ferguson's matter, Connor casually asked Arbeloa behind him, "What's been happening within the family lately?"

Upon hearing Connor's question, Arbeloa respectfully replied, "Because the old Earl has passed away, and you, young master Connor, have not yet returned to the family, the issue of your succession within the family has become somewhat turbulent. Your third uncle, Earl Jack Ferguson, with the help of his wife Eugenia, is currently actively lobbying the family elders, attempting to seize power while you are away and become the new Earl Ferguson!"

As he spoke, Arbeloa wore a mocking smile, seemingly thinking that Jack Ferguson and Eugenia were overestimating themselves.

Arbeloa continued, "But Connor, rest assured, most of the power in the family is currently in the hands of three elders: Butler Martinez, Elder Bernardon, and Elder Domenech. These three elders are all unequivocally supporting your succession to the family business, Young Master Connor!"

Arbeloa paused here, a hint of hesitation flashing in his eyes, as if he were still weighing his words, wondering whether to continue. Just as he hesitated, Connor, with his back to him, said calmly, "Go on!"

Connor's order immediately spurred Arbeloa into action, and he promptly said, "Young Master Connor, from what I've observed, of the three family elders in power, only Butler Martinez truly intends to entrust the entire family's resources to you, Young Master Connor!"