Chapter 1256 ()

Clark quickly stepped in to smooth things over when he saw that Jacob had become the target of Scott's scrutiny. "Mr. Gailes, his name is Jacob Sullen. He came from the mundane world, just a foolish brat."

Scott's eyes narrowed as he asked, "From the mundane world? Since when have we allowed people from the mundane world to take part in the Secret Realm Conference?"

Annabeth swiftly clarified, "Mr. Gailes, Jacob belongs to the Jefferson family now and is representing us at the Secret Realm Conference."

"You're letting a kid from the mundane world represent your family? What a disgrace to the Gate of Fire!" Klayton spoke up as he made his way over to Scott and the others.

"Mr. Gailes, I'm Klayton McGuire of Golden Dawn Sect from the Gate of Fire," he introduced himself with a bow.

"Mr. McGuire, nice to meet you!" Scott greeted him as he saluted. "Who is this Jacob? Is he really from the mundane world?"