CHAPTER 302: CHAPTER 302: [RETURN]

Ethan has returned.

It wasn’t a silent return.

But it wasn’t overly grandiose either.

He merely published an interview in Herlosh’s "Kingdom Deep Observation Report" where he talked about his latest creative insights and his outlook on films.

This report alone was enough.

There are no fools in the Royal Capital.

By this point, everyone knows that "Kingdom Deep Observation Report" is Ethan’s paper.

After his downfall, this newspaper ceased operation.

And now, its sudden revival, featuring Ethan’s interview, signifies what?

Ethan is making a comeback.

Some people even smell deep secrets.

Behind Ethan, perhaps it’s... the Second Prince.

After the newspaper was issued, reporters quickly arrived at Ethan’s residence, discovering there were indeed people inside.

Ethan even proactively accepted an interview, telling the journalists: "Previously, I was indeed somewhat disheartened, but just as I was preparing to leave the Royal Capital, a typhoon came, and I was trapped at the harbor. During the days of waiting at the harbor, I watched the sea for several days, and then I understood a truth: life is like the sea, with inevitable tides. One cannot completely abandon an artistic career due to a single ebb, so I came back."

"Can you respond to the recent exposure of rumors regarding your identity? Are you really from a Mafia family? And there are even claims that you are the leader of the Mafia. Is that true?"

The reporter’s questions were sharp, immediately addressing the key issue.

Prior, Ethan’s situation was unfavorable because, for one, he was involved in the Eldest Prince’s assassination case, and for another, the exposure of his Mafia background.

"Of course, this is also a topic I very much want to address. I’ll just use today as a brief introduction."

Ethan was certainly prepared to answer this question.

"Indeed, as those newspapers claim, my family did organize some local groups in Wenster, and I do not shy away from this fact. That was during my grandfather’s and great-grandfather’s times, but it was definitely not some Mafia. It was a mutual aid alliance among fellow workers. If you are familiar with history, you should know that in the early days of the Kingdom, immigrants from the Old Continent were still living tough lives, and my family were new immigrants, perhaps having faced exclusion and bullying, leading them to unite out of necessity. My ancestors were adept at solving troubles for people, and by my father’s generation, a union had already formed, of which my father was a member. There were no more of those groups, but perhaps out of respect for my family’s ancestors, people respected our family and were willing to work and speak on our behalf, which created many misconceptions for outsiders."

"So, do you think the previous reports were slanderous?"

"I wouldn’t say slanderous, just perhaps biased."

Ethan handled this quite calmly.

These issues, in fact, had been raised multiple times before in Wenster.

But, as long as your big picture is intact, these are minor matters. Whatever is said can be managed.

Previously, he was beset on all sides, but now that he’s back, with speculations about the Second Prince backing him, even if he claimed his ancestors were orphaned pioneers, someone would find a way to justify it.

"Actually, I’m really interested in sharing my ancestors’ stories. Haven’t I been planning to make a movie recently? Maybe I’ll tell these past tales."

Ethan took the opportunity to promote his movie.

The reporters eventually left quite satisfied.

No matter what they interviewed today, it will be a hot news item in tomorrow’s newspaper.

Ethan still remains a topic of interest. Even though he faced a brief crisis and nearly got banned, people are still eager to hear his news, whether it’s true or false.

"Young Master, Lone Star Broadcasting called, wanting to meet with you."

At this time, Anya came over to tidy up the teacups and plates, mentioning some new information in passing.

"No problem, let’s schedule it for tomorrow, and have Kevin bring Finch along, to discuss the new film."

During the time Ethan feigned leaving the Royal Capital, the affected Lone Star Broadcasting was naturally in a suspended state too.

However, Ethan didn’t cut off their salary supply, only put them on leave.

Unexpectedly, Kevin was more anxious than Ethan; before Ethan contacted Kevin, Kevin, probably seeing the newspaper, had already hastily called.

Anya nodded, continuing her tidying in silence.

Ethan looked at her and suddenly embraced her gently from behind.

"Young Master..."

She stiffened a little.

"I’m sorry,"

Ethan said softly.

Anya relaxed and asked, "Young Master, you don’t need to apologize to me."

"We had agreed to return to Wenster, but in the end, we stayed here."

Actually, it’s not just staying here anymore.

Considering the current situation, Ethan probably needs to be stationed in the Royal Capital.

He has already entered the whirlpool of the Royal Capital.

From the moment he decided not to leave the Royal Capital and cause a commotion.

He is now a person with a stance, and even if he truly left the Royal Capital and returned to Wenster, eyes would still be on him.

"Young Master, no matter what you choose to do, I will be by your side."

Anya leaned back, completely pressing against Ethan.

Indeed, in that storm.

On the dark sea, only Anya and Ethan stood together on the deck, watching the sun rise from the distant horizon.

And she, too, took a significant step in that event.

That was her firing those three shots.

From the tall buildings near Golden Square.

She disguised herself as Johnny Blackbird.

"Speaking of which, we didn’t even get to have a meal with Vincent and the others. It’s been a long time since we met."

Ethan held Anya for a while before letting go, then suddenly remembered something and felt a bit annoyed.

"It’s okay, the Second Young Master probably won’t mind either."

Anya continued her tidying.

The men who appeared in the storm that night were members of the Bolita Clan who had traveled from Wenster across thousands of miles.

Vincent was leading them.

However, at that time, Ethan was trapped at the Sea God Church, so neither side had the opportunity to greet each other.

"I’ve decided, soon, I definitely have to return to Wenster."

No matter from what perspective, Ethan has to return.

Even with phones and telegrams, remaining separated from the family for too long inevitably leads to some issues, even if the core members are on his side.

The ones below may not be.

Moreover, he truly misses Wenster and the people there.

This afternoon it rained again, and it seems like summer is already halfway over.

But the hottest season in the Royal Capital appears to just be beginning.

That very afternoon, a military train came from the central region, a group of people stepping down from the train, covered in dust and bringing the bright sunshine of the central region with them.

The leading figure was young and radiant.

Adrian has returned.