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Chapter 171: The Hounds of Darkness
Hansen narrowed his eyes at the gray night sky. “This scent of blood… it doesn’t belong to ordinary people.”Albert nodded slowly, his aged face somber. “And it’s ancient. Like a poison buried for centuries, waiting for the right moment to kill.”He walked to the herbal table, opened a hidden drawer, and tossed a glowing talisman to Hansen.“Take this. If you see a creature without a shadow tonight, use that talisman without hesitation. It’s the only ward I’ve ever made—and even I’m not sure I can make another.”Hansen tucked the talisman behind his belt. “Should I leave this place? I don’t want to bring danger to your home.”Albert let out a soft chuckle. “If I feared danger, I wouldn’t have been a healer for fifty years. But I want you to survive, Hansen. You’re different from any student or patient I’ve ever treated.”Meanwhile…At the bottom of a pitch-black ravine beyond the city, a stone gate creaked open. A chill wind and eerie whispers flowed out. Four hooded figures emerged—s
Chapter 170: Blood Behind the Name Halim
In a secluded underground chamber, far from the main palace, Young Lord Halim sat atop a throne carved from black stone, arms crossed. His narrow eyes stared into the violet flames dancing in a metal bowl before him. Each flicker of light revealed dark lines on his face—marks of a soul consumed by hatred, lust, and boundless ambition.Surrounding him stood several figures clad entirely in black—members of the Eastern Shadows, an elite assassin guild that only moved for blood-bound contracts.“So... it failed?” Halim asked in a tone flat yet terrifying.One of the agents dropped to his knees, trembling.“We didn’t expect… that man… Hansen… he’s not what we thought. He defeated three of our elites... with his bare hands…”CRACK!!The bronze goblet in Halim’s hand shattered. The red liquid inside—supposedly sacred wine—splashed onto his robe, but he didn’t care.“Because of some lowborn bastard no one’s ever heard of… I have to hear this kind of report?” His voice was as cold as glacial
Chapter 169: Shadows Behind the Silk Curtain
The afternoon air in the City of Four Pillars felt slightly heavy. Dark clouds had begun to gather, as if reflecting the city's increasingly tense atmosphere.Inside Albert’s modest residence—modest, yet full of hidden formations—Hansen sat upright in a rattan chair. His eyes stared sharply at the cup of tea before him, though his mind wandered far. He knew that ever since leaving the Moonlight Inn, quiet footsteps had been tailing him. Not common people.Albert emerged from behind a curtain, carrying a small tray of colorful pills and a cup of warm herbal brew.“Where have you been?” Albert asked bluntly. “You didn’t return all night.”Hansen lifted his head. “I stayed at one of the inns in the City of Four Pillars.”Albert sat across from him, his eyes sharp, brows slightly furrowed.“Be careful. This city is not as peaceful as it looks. Though it appears calm on the surface, it’s like dry straw filled with fire beneath. You could burn at any time.”Hansen nodded. “I’m always carefu
Chapter 168: A Silent Promise
Night had grown deep. The moonlight was beginning to fade, replaced by shy, flickering starlight behind the veils of the sky. Inside the Moonlight Inn, silence blanketed the room, broken only by the ticking of time—slower, heavier than usual.Serisya lay on a large bed layered with soft sheets, her body wrapped in a thin silk blanket. Her beautiful eyes peeked out from under the covers, watching Hansen who sat cross-legged in the corner of the room—still, unmoving, as if the world had disappeared from his senses.“He doesn’t even glance at me...” Serisya whispered in her heart, both surprised and... disappointed.She had prepared for every possibility tonight. Beneath her pillow, she had hidden the Snow Venom Bracelet, a legacy from her mother’s northern clan. With one press, it could release a dozen poisoned needles in every direction. She was not a woman to be easily conquered—not by men... not even by love.But Hansen?The man just sat there in silence, immersed in his cultivation,
Chapter 167: The Flame Behind the Silk Curtain
"Sir, there’s a letter from the spy!"A rushed, anxious voice echoed inside a lavish room adorned with golden carvings of dragons and garudas. A young servant stumbled in, trembling hands holding out a neatly folded slip of paper.At a round table made from rare mahogany wood, sat a tall man with neatly combed hair, exuding arrogance. His face was handsome, but his eyes were cold and sharp as blades. This was Young Master Halim, the man appointed by the royal family as the fiancé of Princess Serisya."Read it!" his voice sliced through the air like a dagger.The servant unfolded the paper and began reading nervously, “Princess Serisya has met with a man named Hansen at the Purnama Inn. They are now inside a room… with no guards. I could not hear what they are saying or doing because Princess Serisya activated a Sound-Silencing Formation.”CRACK!Halim’s hand clenched the armrest so tightly that the expensive wood splintered. His eyes blazed with fury. “DAMN IT!”The servant stepped ba
Chapter 166: A Meeting Beneath the Moonlight
The night sky stretched vast and dark, strewn with stars, but above Four Pillars City, the moon shone full—round, bright, and beautiful. Its silver light spilled onto the cobbled streets, casting a timeless charm upon the classical city.Hansen stood in front of the Moonlight Inn, a six-story building with graceful curves, polished wooden arches, and a roof shaped like the wings of a phoenix. Small spirit lanterns lined the walls, glowing softly with golden hues that lit up the night.He had asked Yorgi and a few locals earlier—it wasn’t hard to find. The inn was well-known as a place where nobles and high-class travelers stayed.Just as he was about to step inside, someone was already waiting.Jarl.The gruff guard from earlier stood tall with a cold expression. His eyes were wary, but this time, there was no anger. Only heightened vigilance.“Third floor, west corner room. Her Highness is waiting,” Jarl said curtly, then added flatly,“Leave your weapon and storage ring. Direct orde
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