RISE OF EROS

Before they began to make plans on how to attack Barcas, Gaston intervened, "Mr. Oliver, before we make our plans, I would like to know what Mr. Andrew has in mind with our young lady".

Everyone was taken aback at Gaston's intervention because Candice had already made it clear that she would take Andrew as her husband, so they did not know what he intended by that comment.

Oliver was also taken by surprise, as from the short interaction they had had, he had understood that Candice would be Andrew's wife, so he thought everything was clear.

Despite that, Oliver was silent for a second as he thought and instead of giving an answer he asked another question, "Miss Candice did not agree to be our young master's wife?".

They were all silent at the question because although Candice had told them that would be the case, they didn't dare answer that question and just looked at Candice and waited for her to answer herself.

"That is correct. I accepted Andrew as my husband," Candice replied with a serious expression trying to hide her embarrassment, but her flushed cheeks gave her away.

Hearing Candice's response, Oliver smiled and replied, "Then, I don't understand Mr. Gaston's question." Seeing that it had been a bit confusing the way he expressed himself, Gaston rephrased his concern.

"What I mean is, in what position will our young lady be placed?". After Gaston's rephrasing of his question, everyone understood. They knew that Andrew had several wives and it is known that every harem has its hierarchies and that was why Gaston was asking.

Oliver also understood the question, but just smiled and said, "I think Miss Candice knows the answer to that question very well." At that moment Gaston, Erick, and Vara turned to look at Candice and she just nodded her head in agreement.

Before continuing with the subject, Oliver spoke again, "I think it is best if Miss Candice clarifies the situation to her confidants, preferably in a discreet manner."

Candice being a smart woman understood that what Oliver meant by "Discreetly", was for her not to reveal Andrew's secret. She understood the reason because while these three were the people she trusted the most, Andrew's secret was not something she could casually share, even with them.

Candice took a deep breath and said, "Andrew's harem has no hierarchy. All the wives are on the same level." At Candice's words, her three subordinates furrowed their brows in bewilderment and Gaston being the closest to her, asked again, "That's not right. How can they have the same level?"

This time before Candice could answer Oliver interjected, "Mr. Gaston, you must not compare my young master to the others. Miss Candice understands and if you show enough loyalty, you will soon know it too."

Neither understood what Oliver meant, but Gaston did not back down and replied, "If we are talking about loyalty, there is no one more loyal than we are to the young miss," but Oliver smiled again and said, "I did not mean her."

"Do you think we have to swear loyalty to your young master just because he will be her husband? Let me tell you, we are loyal to her and even if she is your young master's wife, we will still be loyal to her," Gaston said a little annoyed.

Candice wanted to step in and calm things down, as she could see the situation was getting out of hand, but Oliver didn't give her a chance when he spoke again, "There's nothing wrong with that. Besides, I am not asking you to swear loyalty to him, only that you remain steadfast in your loyalty to Miss Candice because being the wife of our young master, is the same as being loyal to him."

Everyone was taken aback by Oliver's words, but instantly his next words made them shudder, "However, I want to make it clear to you, do not think that you will be able to harm our young master and his loved ones under the guise of your loyalty to Miss Candice because before he gives the order, I will have eliminated you."

Oliver's words carried incredible pressure. He had released a little of his strength and that made them feel that they were carrying tons of iron on their backs, at that moment they realized that Oliver with a single movement, could erase them from this world.

"Well, well, Mr. Oliver don't scare them like that. They only care about me, I assure you none of them will hurt Andrew or the others," Candice interjected, not wanting the situation to go the wrong way.

"Miss Candice, Mr. is out of order. You are now my young lady, I dare not take such a title in front of you," Oliver replied a bit obsequiously with a loving smile.

It was extraordinary, to see how Oliver could change from a murderous expression to an affectionate one in a second. Candice's subordinates were confused, as they did not understand how an expert like Oliver was under Andrew's command.

But they were smart people, so they deduced that Andrew was much more than they thought. "I'm sorry if I went beyond my limits, just understand that the lady to us is our family, we can't let her get hurt," Gaston said in a calmer tone.

"I understand your concern, but I can assure you, no one will mistreat her and if that person shows up, it's because he doesn't want to live, like that Barcas guy and his stupid son," Oliver replied coldly.

Oliver seeing that he had successfully conveyed his point, spoke again, "The young master is a person who loves his wives above all else, so anyone who gets in his way will be eliminated."

Again, everyone was surprised because those were rather arrogant words, yet for some reason, none of them thought they were lies. Somehow they believed that Andrew would wipe everyone out if that happened, though they didn't know where that feeling came from.

"Well, that's settled. Now let's assess the Barcas and Duruma situation," interrupted Candice again, who for some reason grinned from ear to ear as if she had heard the best news in the world.

"Right, let's deal with this problem first. Honestly, I don't think it will be hard to get rid of them. The real question is do you want us to eliminate them or do you want to do it yourself?" asked Oliver returning to the subject at hand.

Again, all eyes gathered on Candice, waiting for her answer. Seeing everyone waiting for her to speak, her smile disappeared, and adopting a cold expression she said, "I want to get rid of those vermin myself. I can't forgive a betrayal like that, however, I would like your help."

"That's not a problem. If that's the case I have a plan for you," Oliver replied with a smile and Candice immediately asked, "Which one?" and Oliver didn't keep her waiting.

"It's pretty simple. I'll go head-on into their base of operations and cause a distraction, while you guys sneak in and capture them." They all wanted to refute the plan because they didn't think Oliver could cause a distraction strong enough to cause the entire Barcas staff to focus on him, but when they remembered the pressure he had put them under a few minutes ago, they stopped.

They could only nod their heads in agreement at the plan that seemed foolhardy, but with Oliver's strength was really the best plan. Oliver had already assessed the strength of Vala and Erick, as well as Barcas and Duruma, so he knew that the former were far more powerful than the latter.

In fact, were it not for the army that Barcas and his son have at their disposal, Vala and Erick could finish them off. After discussing various tactics Oliver left saying, "So, tonight I will come to meet you. I will go now to notify the young master."

After Oliver had left, Gaston couldn't help but look at Candice and asked a little concerned, "Miss, what are you not telling us?" to which Candice replied confused, "I don't understand."

"Miss, I don't understand your conforming to Mr. Andrew's rules," Gaston said again and then Candice understood and replied, "What I know, I can't tell you, but as Oliver said, if you earn his trust, I'm sure you will understand my decision."

Candice's words left those present more confused, but since they knew they could not get anything out of her, they left things as they were and would wait to have more contact with Andrew to understand the situation.

For his part, Oliver quickly returned to the Heavenly Palace and another meeting began. Oliver told them everything that had happened at Candice's office, including the fact that she had accepted him as her husband and the plan to attack Barcas.

Andrew and his wives were happy to hear that Candice had agreed to join him as a wife and his wives as a sister. On the other hand, Castor with a frown asked, "Do you think her people can capture those guys?".

At Castor's question, everyone snapped back to reality and focused on the problem, but Oliver replied, "It shouldn't be a problem, but I still think having a plan B isn't a bad idea."

"Do you have one?" asked Andrew immediately and nodding in agreement he said, "Yes, but we would have to leave the Heavenly Palace unprotected." Everyone became serious at Oliver's words, but Andrew was relaxed and asked, "What's the plan?".

"Have Castor secretly accompany them and intervene if things get rough," Oliver immediately replied, to which Andrew said fearlessly, "Let's do it." Andrew's quick response, worried everyone because while it was a good plan, leaving the Heavenly Palace unprotected was dangerous.

Andrew understanding their concerns, smiled and said, "I think you are forgetting that this place is now my sanctuary. Without my permission, no one can enter or harm me. I am literally a god here"