Stephen Crane narrowed his eyes and said with a faint smile, "What could I have against you? We've been friends for so many years, and I've helped you when you asked. Besides, I went to the Leaford family for an important matter."
"What important matter?" Mr. Jenkins asked curiously, and added, "Their family is not to be trifled with, especially that Ivy Thompson, who has a close relationship with the 'W' organization. She single-handedly saved the nearly bankrupt Leaford family when she was just a girl. Stephen, don't be deceived by her."
Mr. Jenkins spoke with conviction, but Stephen Crane remained silent.
