Chapter 1702

Jimmy nodded. "Yeah, that's exactly what he said. I never thought people like us—people who wouldn't even get a spot in hell after we die—would actually have someone see our lives as worth something." His voice carried a hint of emotion as he added, "Everyone always says we're just tools for making money, just blades in someone's hand. Once we're used up, that's it. But I don't think Mr. Grant is like that." A determined look crossed his face. "I don't wanna leave The Misfortune's Veil anymore. I'm sticking with Mr. Grant for life!" He turned to Wanda and asked, "Are you still thinking about leaving the country?" Wanda frowned slightly. "I'll put it off for a while. Gotta wait and see. Most people put on a show—I've seen too many of them." ... Across from Riverbend City's Groveda University, an abandoned courtyard stretched beneath a massive old tree about 30 feet tall. The tree's thick branches cast shadows over an area about the size of a tennis court. Underneath it, two elde