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Samantha looked at Bonnie’s serious expression and suddenly laughed. Bonnie was actually quite cute. Samantha then glanced at Andrew. ‘Hey… Andrew’s so dumb. I wonder if his kid will be as dumb as he is, she thought to herself. 

Andrew noticed Samantha’s strange glance at him and then heard her sigh. He touched his face in confusion and asked, “Samantha, is there something on my face? Why are you looking at me like that?” 

Samantha didn’t have time to respond to him. Instead, she reached out and pinched Bonnie’s cheek. The soft feel of her skin was too tempting, so Samantha pinched it a couple more times, Bonnie’s face turned red. 

Seeing this, Andrew quickly stepped forward and pulled Bonnie into his arms. Samantha chuckled. “Alright, alright, what’s the big deal? I was just pinching her cheek. Do you have to overreact, Andrew?” 

Andrew didn’t want to expose her behavior. Samantha had always enjoyed playing with beautiful, cute girls. If it weren’t for the fact that Samantha had a boyfriend now, Andrew might have suspected that she liked girls. 

At that moment, Rafferty, who had just stood up, hobbled toward them with his cane. Yvette gave him a quick glance and saw his hesitant look. “What is it?” 

Jeremiah turned to look at Rafferty, exuding an air of nobility and grace. Rafferty was intimidated by their presence, and even his hand holding the cane trembled. 

Samantha, Charles, and the others also turned to Rafferty. Bonnie immediately stepped forward to support him, and two policemen followed behind him, stepping aside to make way. “Rafferty, you…” 

“Sorry. The villagers made a mistake. I…” Rafferty sighed deeply, his eyes clouded, and the bitterness on his face was impossible to hide. 

He continued, “Bonnie, you didn’t do anything wrong. You’re right. The villagers have grown used to getting things without working for them. 

“For money, they even turned a blind eye to Holden’s terrible deeds. I was wrong. I shouldn’t have played dumb, letting Holden do whatever he wanted just to keep things peaceful for a while. 

“We all have to face the consequences of our wrongdoings. It’s not your fault. Leave Dungo Village and live your own life. Forget about the identity that’s tied you down for so long.” 

Bonnie’s eyes welled with tears as she listened, wiping them away. “Rafferty, I…” 

Rafferty waved his hand gently, lovingly patting her head, stopping her from speaking. Samantha, Andrew, Charles, and Emmett watched in silence. 

A single wrong decision had ruined a village. This centuries–old village had been destroyed just like that. Rafferty shakily lifted his head and looked at Yvette. He could see that this woman was the heart of the group, the one who called the shots. Rafferty spoke. “Miss, hello. I want to tell you what I know. Whether you choose to investigate further is up to you.” 

Upon hearing this, everyone grew curious. ‘What is it that Rafferty feels the need to tell Yvette specifically?‘ they wondered. 

Yvette lifted her gaze, her expression calm. Her brows lifted slightly as she spoke lazily, “Do you know who Holden made the deal with?” 

Charles immediately recalled something Holden had said. The man Holden had dealt with was a man named Mr. Miller from South East Aploth. 

Samantha and Andrew were unaware of the details, both extremely curious. Rafferty froze for a moment, gave a bitter smile, and then nodded. 

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He began. “Miss, you’re right What I want to tell you is about the man Holden made deals with. He came to our Dungo Village once.” 

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Bonnie quickly asked, “Rafferty, are you saying Holden traded poisonous insects with people outside?” Rafferty’s eyes turned red. 

He continued, “I overheard their conversation once. Mr. Miller mentioned that he had connections in Clusia and could send people into Dungo Village to cultivate poisonous insects. Holden would then send the insects back to South East Aploth through special channels. Their trade has been going on for seven or eight years. Holden’s poisonous insects aren’t high- grade, but they can control people’s minds. Mr. Miller seems to want to use these insects to control people and do some business in South East Aploth. That’s all I know. You all don’t seem like ordinary people, so if you want to investigate, go ahead.” 

After finishing his words, Rafferty looked at Bonnie and said, “Take care of yourself, Bonnie.” 

The two policemen saw this and stepped forward, handcuffing Rafferty before taking him away. From a distance, a police officer, around his forties, walked over and bowed to Jeremiah. 

“Mr. Chavez, all the villagers have been apprehended. Please let me know if you have any further instructions. I’ll take care of it immediately,” he said. 

Jeremiah’s eyes half–lidded, his presence as cold as an ice lake, weighed down on the officer, who was struggling to breathe under the pressure and didn’t even dare lift his head. 

This was the youngest General in Clusia, and he was handling a major case in such a remote village. 

Jeremiah remained expressionless. “The people of Dungo Village will be dealt with according to the law. The case will be reported, and someone will be assigned to handle it.” 

The officer quickly nodded. He was supposed to handle this case, but there was no way he could deal with it alone. He’d be more than happy to hand it over. 

After the officer led everyone away, the only ones left in Dungo Village were Yvette and the others. Bonnie gazed at the empty village, her sorrow unable to be hidden from her eyes. 

Samantha looked at Yvette and asked, “Yvette, about Mr. Miller that Rafferty mentioned, should we investigate? Do you think we should head to South East Aploth?” 

Samantha was eager, her face filled with excitement. This trip to Dungo Village showed her a lot of unusual things. 

It was far more interesting than staying in Betrico, where life was dull. She could easily leave the business in Betrico for a year or two without a problem. 

Samantha decided that for this year, she would stay with Yvette. She had a strong feeling that this year would be filled with excitement. Charles and Emmett didn’t care. Wherever Yvette and Jeremiah went, they’d follow. 

Yvette, with her hands in her pockets, her gaze deep, and her lips slightly pursed, replied casually, “Yes.” 

Even if Yvette didn’t want to pursue it, Jeremiah would. Illegal activities were never tolerated in Clusia. Anyone who dare commit such heinous acts within its borders would face legal consequences. 

Anyone who offended Clusia, no matter how far they ran, would be punished. 

Jeremiah nodded, turned his head slightly, his eyes clear, and spoke in a low voice. “You go back to Seacrity first. Once I find out which Clusian Mr. Miller is working with, we’ll head to South East Aploth.” 

Yvette nodded indifferently. Bonnie suddenly slapped her forehead. 

She nervously said, “Yvette, Sheldon wasn’t among those taken away. If he’s run, that’s bad. He must know everything 

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Holden’s been doing. 

Jeremiah’s expression remained unchanged when he heard Sheldon’s name. He raised an eyebrow and replied in a light tone, “He won’t escape. He’s in the east yard.” 

Yvette tilted her head and noticed the casual look on Jeremiah’s face as if nothing had happened. Her eyes held a hint of 

amusement. 

Sheldon definitely wouldn’t escape. By now, even mould be difficult for him. Knowing Jeremiah’s methods, Yvette could tell Sheldon was likely already finished. 

Charles twitched his lips, then nodded. “Don’t worry. Sheldon won’t escape…” He glanced at Jeremiah, who seemed unbothered, and said nothing. 

Charles silently complained in his mind as he wondered, ‘Clearly, this could have been solved with one quick strike. Yet Jeremiah gave Sheldon three cuts before finally dealing with his cock. If no one knew better, they’d think Jeremiah’s methods were lacking. He’s so ruthless.’ 

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