“A few weeks at most?Arlet Pagan froze before she burst out in anger.“You b*stard! Not only are you completely talentless, you even dare to curse my grandfather?!“You’re heinous!“You’re inhuman!“Get out! Get out right now!“Stop trying to put up a front here anymore!“I would’ve broken your legs myself if it weren’t for Kairi’s sake!”Obviously, Harvey York’s warning completely enraged Arlet.Vroom!The sound of a loud engine could be heard before a yellow Toyota Alphard stopped outside.A few young people hopped out of the car with antique-looking boxes in their hands.Soon after, an elderly man walked out.He was wearing a robe with a sage-like aura surrounding him. It was clear that he was a geomancy expert.Harvey looked curious before he recognized that face.The man was none other than the Golden Sands’ top geomancy expert.“You’re finally here, Grandpa Foster!Arlet walked out with an exhilarated look on her face.“You came at the perfect time! Our family
“What?!”Arlet Pagan was completely shocked about her grandfather’s condition, but she was more surprised that Harvey York’s deductions were spot on.Rodney Foster’s words were identical to his.Wes Pagan showed an odd expression when he looked at Harvey. He did not expect that Harvey was actually quite capable.Kairi Patel showed a profound look on her face.She had always believed in Harvey’s abilities. That was why she brought him here in the first place.As expected, he lived up to her expectations.Wes looked at Harvey before shifting his gaze toward Rodney.“We’ve known each other for many years, Rodney.“Just do your thing. See if you can cure me.”“I’ll be honest with you, Wes. The source of evil energy is right inside your body. The only way to save you is to get rid of that source,” replied Rodney sternly.“That said, I need to tell you something.“This procedure will be very risky.“If we’re not careful, the evil energy inside you will break out, killing you ins
“Is that so?Rodney Foster scoffed after hearing Harvey York’s words.“It’s not that I want to disrespect you, kid!“Where did you get the confidence even to say that?“Come! Tell me where you learn so I can gauge your abilities!“To be honest, even if you get Master Ziegler here, the odds will still be the same!”Harvey glanced at Wes Pagan’s head. The evil energy on him seemed like it was about to materialize. The torment he had been feeling each day must have been difficult for him.Sleepless nights were probably the least of his worries.If he did manage to fall asleep, he would be woken up by nightmares anyway.At this point, he could only last for weeks at most.Without a second thought, Harvey felt pity.Harvey shifted his gaze toward Rodney.“I’m not a geomancy expert. I didn’t learn this from a so-called master.”Rodney froze before he coldly chuckled.“And yet you’re still this confident?”“I do know the art of killing though,” replied Harvey.“For example, yo
“The so-called art of killing has many forms,” replied Harvey York immediately.“Martial arts can kill.“So can poison.“Medical skills are no different.“Geomancy arts are naturally in the same ballpark.“For example, I can discern exactly where the sources of evil energy are around Mr. Pagan’s body.“When I destroy them as soon as possible…“Then, his life will be saved.”“You know where they all are?Rodney Foster froze. He clearly did not believe Harvey’s words.He used quite a lot of instruments to figure this out, but there were still more than five different suspected sources.‘He can tell where all the sources are with just a single glance?‘How is this even possible?’“If I guess correctly, the sources you suspected are the bead in front of his chest, the diamond ring on his left finger, his coronary stent, his fake tooth, and the nail in his left leg.“Am I wrong?”Rodney was utterly shocked.“You really are impressive, Harvey!“I spent so much time trying to
“How dare you, Harvey York?!” Arlet Pagan’s expression changed.“What? So you’re calling me a con man, yet you’re scared of making a little bet?” replied Harvey.“Either way, this is a win-win situation for you, right?“You can make a joke out of me and prove that you’re correct if you win.“All you need to do is to be my maid for three whole years if you lose in exchange for your grandfather’s life.”Naturally, Harvey was prepared to humble Arlet a bit.After all, he felt a little annoyed for being called a con man constantly.Arlet gritted her teeth after seeing Harvey’s stern look on his face.“Fine! It’s a deal!“Grandpa Foster and Kairi Patel will testify for this!“If I lose, I’ll be your maid!”“Good!Harvey wasted no time after confirming the bet.He stepped forward. Under everyone’s shocked gaze, he ripped the bead off of Wes Pagan’s chest.Then, he smiled faintly in front of Arlet.“Get ready to call me ‘Master’!”Harvey took a few steps backward before clen
Harvey York squinted at the bead on the ground before showing a smile on his face.“If I guess correctly, you got the bead because of your lack of sleep, right?”“That’s right. Previously, I had very poor sleep. On average, I could only get a good night’s rest every three days.“An expert told me that this happened because of the family’s business of appraising antiques.“After coming in contact with all sorts of relics, my body would absorb some of the evil energy, negatively affecting my sleep.“That was why the expert recommended me to find something holy to keep myself safe, but I didn’t expect…”Wes Pagan showed a bizarre expression on his face.The expert was quite a well-renowned figure in the country, but he did not expect that he would almost get himself killed because of him.“The expert’s right. Part of the evil energy inside you was because of all the antiques you touched before.“That said, every single one of your problems right now points toward the bead!”Then
After hearing Harvey York’s words and seeing him deal with such a complex problem with ease, Wes Pagan was utterly impressed.He held his hands together when he said, “Thank you for everything, Sir York!“You’re my savior!“Just ask away if there’s anything you need!”Harvey cracked a smile.“I don’t need anything. Just make sure that Arlet goes through with her end of the bargain.”Then, Harvey hooked his finger in front of Arlet Pagan.“Come on! Start calling me ‘Master’!”Arlet’s face flushed bright red.Her eyes twitched briefly. She had no choice but to run away since she could not bear to say it.The crowd smiled while looking at each other. It was quite the feat to make the proud lady of the family run away in shame.Then, Harvey got the family to send Wes to recuperate.Harvey then walked around the manor under the butler’s guidance to remove some of the antiques.It would be best if he thoroughly helped the family anyway.He wanted to make sure that nothing else
“Of course, you’re not obliged if you don’t want to.“I was being too presumptuous after all.Rodney Foster showed an awkward. He felt extremely apologetic.“I was too hasty. I didn’t think that this might be a secret art handed down to you in the first place. Please forgive me.”Harvey York smiled.“There’s no need for formalities, Mr. Foster.“If you’re really interested, I can teach you free of charge.”“Free of charge?Rodney froze.“To me?”He could not believe what he just heard. Harvey’s geomancy arts looked simple, but it was clear that he only made it so because he was proficient at it.Millions of dollars would not even be enough to buy such a skill!If Harvey wanted to, Rodney would be willing to trade anything with him…But instead, he decided to give such invaluable knowledge away for free.Rodney could not even snap out of his disbelief at that moment.“Of course, it’s free. I wasn’t a geomancy expert, to begin with. I just dabbled in the profession because
Daichi smiled faintly and said, "I know very well that in the eyes of people like you, Islanders like us are detestable. Speaking with us, working with us, and even eating a meal with us is quite disgusting, right?"However, we must all learn to be patient. It has already happened for quite some time. Is there a point in rushing through these few minutes? It's better for us to share a good meal and have a chat afterward."Daichi slowly partook in the meal, putting a piece of fish into his mouth and chewing slowly. At the same time, he narrowed his eyes as he looked at Harvey, his eyes filled with subtle amusement.Daichi found the meal before him quite enjoyable. He also found himself quite satisfied looking at Harvey showing a hint of irritation."Looks like you really think that you have me under control," Harvey said coldly. "But I can tell you that by just sitting here, my patience is already at its limit. I have a habit, too. Rather than being threatened by someone, I prefer t
Harvey looked at Daichi coldly. "I don't think there's anything between you and me that we need to talk about."However, Daichi said passionately, "But I believe we do. This is not a place for us to speak of such things, though. I have prepared a table for us at the best restaurant serving Island Nation cuisine in Grand City. I invite you to dine with us. How does that sound?"Not only can we talk about what's happening at the Island Nation, Sky Plane's scenery, the Seven Families of Grand City…as well as what's currently going on with Ms. Mandy of the Jeans of Mordu!"Clack!Harvey immediately grabbed Daichi by the throat. "I dare you to say it one more time. Are you threatening me?"Daichi smiled faintly. "Threaten? You must be joking! Someone like me doesn't threaten anyone. However, Sky Plane does have a deal with the Jeans of Mordu. They will be sending out a representative, who turns out to be Ms. Mandy."However, Ms. Mandy doesn't know much about the situation in Sky Plane
Hearing the conversation between Harvey and Clarion, Hale wasn't sure what to say. He let out a long sigh and said, "Thank you, Mr. Harvey, Mr. Clarion. I won't waste my breath, then. Since you're willing to protect a cripple like me, I'll be in your care from now on."He took out a paper and pen from the bedside table and quickly drew a picture, then put it in front of him. "Mr. Harvey, this is the real location of the Chapter of Ascension. I know you're sincere in helping me. I can't repay you, so I can only offer you this. Please don't refuse it. This thing will only get me killed if I have it with me."However, if it's with you, you should be able to put it to good use. Consider it my goodwill. I… I hope you can accept this and give me a chance to repay your kindness."Hale then made a gesture and swore, "I swear, this is the real location where the Chapter of Ascension is hidden. This is not a death trap. Please trust me. Other than the Chapter of Ascension, there's also some
It was obvious that Hale's anger and sorrow had pushed him to the limit. He was already blaming Sky Plane for everything. Sky Plane had just earned him as a mortal enemy."My condolences, Hale." Harvey extended his hand and tapped Hale's shoulder. "The dead can't be brought back, so the most important thing now is to recover. Sky Plane is a difficult enemy."Clarion nodded as well. "Now that Susan is dead, Sky Plane will not let this slide. However, we'll need to get you a new identity after you recover. Only when you're safe and when you can live for yourself will you have the chance to have your revenge."I've just received news that everyone in Grand City knows who you are. All the other Sacred Lands will find out very quickly. In a short while, there will be countless people looking for you, for us. That's why you need to get ready. We're running out of time."When Clarion said that, the frigid light in his eyes glinted. He didn't need to send anyone to find out what was go
"No matter what happened, she treated me well all these years. Even if I were to kill her, I want her to die with some dignity. As for the trouble from Sky Plan and her… I'll give you an explanation you'll be happy with. Please permit me," Hale said, not caring for the wounds on his body even when he was kneeling on the floor.Clarion looked stern. If he were to bring in a spy like Susan, it would help him immensely in his career. If they got her into the interrogation room and asked her proper questions, they could get valuable answers from her. That was the only value she had left.However, Clarion also knew why Hale framed it that way. She was still his wife, even when she had already betrayed him. Rather than letting someone like Clarion take her away right now and live a torturous life that she wouldn't be able to tell day by night, he'd prefer to kill her right now. That way, Susan would be able to die peacefully.But how should he choose? Clarion was having a headache rig
Hale's expression was one of shock.Susan was the same.Hale didn't expect Sky Plane's plan to be so vicious. They wanted the Chapter of Ascension and to use the chance to plunge Grand City into chaos.Susan was shocked about how accurate Harvey's guesswork was. If it wasn't because she knew that someone like him would never have a connection with Sky Plane, she would even think that he might have a hand in setting up the trap that looked like it was simply a string of coincidences.Otherwise, how would he have known everything in such detail?Clarion looked at Harvey with more admiration. While he looked like just an ordinary man, whether his power or perception was far beyond them.Hale slowly closed his eyes, forcing himself to calm down for a long time.Then, he turned and looked at Susan and muttered, "Now that we have reached this juncture, I don't think that there should be any more secrets between you and I. Just one question. Did everything happen exactly as Mr. Harvey
"Or maybe, in your subconscious, you do realize that something isn't right. Maybe you simply feel that it's better for her not to know about some things. That way, things will be safer for her," Harvey said with a shrug. "However, the truth is that she didn't get anything from you at all until yesterday, isn't it?"Hale nodded. "You're right. I did have some doubts about her in my mind, that's why I did tell her everything except the Chapter of Ascension."Hale seemed to reminisce about something else before giving a painful smile. "And then, as time passed by, I no longer suspected her. But I'm worried that it'll get her killed, so I chose not to say anything. I believed that as long as I said nothing, we'll be able to live a peaceful life! No one expects that in the end…"Hale signed, looking hopeless when he said that.However, Susan simply smiled icily. "Stop your crocodile tears, Hale. You never trusted me, so stop saying that you love me!"Hale smiled bitterly. He didn't w
Clarion was stunned when he saw Mrs. Hoffman was still trying to argue her way out."Even the way you argue is the same as the Origin Ninjas. Seriously?" Harvey smirked. "Right, I heard that the Origin Ninjas would leave the mark of a petal on the most private spot so that it was easier for them to identify each other. You must have seen it, right, Mr. Hoffman? Of course, I believe she'd definitely say it was just a tattoo that she had while she was in her youth."Unfortunately, I believe that Grand City has plenty of records. It should be quite easy for us to find the evidence we need. That's why, Mrs. Hoffman… Is there really a need to deny it anymore now that we've reached this point?"Mrs. Hoffman shuddered a little. She didn't expect that Harvey would be able to easily see through all her disguise. Most importantly, he even knew about the most damning evidence on her. In a situation like this, continuing with the argument really was pointless."You… You…!"At the same tim
Harvey said calmly, "You smell like one of them."Whoosh!Before Harvey could finish, Mrs. Hoffman immediately pounced at him. In midair, she waved her hand and threw a string of knives.All her blades were blue in color. They looked very pretty, but if they scratched one's skin, one could easily lose their lives if they weren't sent to the hospital immediately.Clarion was shocked when he saw what was unfolding. It was obvious he didn't expect Harvey's words to help them identify Mrs. Hoffman's real identity and forced her to attack.Still, that was quite normal. Thinking back about it, Mrs. Hoffman's calmness during this whole ordeal showed that she was not a normal woman.The power she suddenly showed was within their expectation, and they could understand it too.However, this exact revelation was making things more painful for Hale. It hurt him even more than finding out that his beloved wife sold him out. Clank! Clank! Clank!Harvey pulled up a small fruit knife and thr