Chapter 352: Warriors Alliance

Lizbeth quickly finished cooking the pasta, preparing two side dishes as well. Jared's appetite was instantly piqued by the aroma.

After a few bites, he complimented her, "For someone with average fighting skills, your cooking is amazing!"

Lizbeth's face instantly cooled. "Who are you calling average? I'm the best martial artist on my team!"

Jared mumbled, "Right, sure Of course you're the best." He thought, How could someone with her skill level become a champion? Anthony must have gone easy on her out of respect for Walter!

Lizbeth glared at him before asking curiously, "Still, I'm surprised at your strength. Who taught you martial arts?"

"Of course I'm strong! How else would I have wiped out the Whitaker family? I'm self-taught, but talented enough to pull it off!" Jared replied proudly.

Lizbeth rolled her eyes disbelievingly.

Jared asked, "Is it just me, or do people in Summerbank disrespect investigators?"

His words struck a nerve. Lizbeth's face fell as she explained, "Summerbank is renowned for its martial arts. Martial arts schools and families are everywhere, leading to frequent conflicts. The Department of Justice struggles to maintain order; sometimes we're powerless. The martial arts families are all under the Warriors Alliance, which resolves their disputes."

Jared's interest was piqued. "Warriors Alliance? I didn't know that existed in Summerbank!"

Lizbeth replied, "Of course! It's comprised of Summerbank's top four martial arts families: the Jantz family, the Wagner family, the Schmidt family, and the Phoenix Regiment. They keep each other in check and defend against outside challenges."

"The Phoenix Regiment?" Jared asked. "What's a regiment doing there?"

"Though relatively new, the Phoenix Regiment is incredibly strong. I hear they're nearly at the Grandmaster level in internal energy! Phoenix is ruthless and, in a short time, elevated the Regiment to join the Alliance—all without resorting to illegal activities," Lizbeth said, her eyes full of admiration.

"Phoenix is formidable," Jared agreed, feeling a similar admiration.

Lizbeth's eyes lit up. "Yeah! Most of us in Summerbank practically worship her. She's so intimidating that even bullies from wealthy families cower before her. The Phoenix Regiment and the Whitaker family clash because she beat Tyrion several times! Getting acquainted with Phoenix might save your life! The Jantz family would think twice about killing you if she's on your side!"

Jared grinned mischievously. "Oh? You don't want the Jantz family to kill me? I'm a murderer who wiped out the entire Whitaker family."

"Of course not! Josephine would be devastated, and I don't want to see my best friend cry. Besides, the Whitakers had it coming," Lizbeth said freely, feeling safe at home.

Jared chuckled confidently. "Hahaha! With or without Phoenix, the Jantz family won't kill me easily!"

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