Aston and the others’ expressions were horrible.They were in disbelief; they didn’t think Harvey could tell they were using a talisman to fake Aston’s death.The best way to counter that talisman was something filthy. Pig swill was naturally the best medicine.Cliff and the others waved their hands, smirking coldly. Many workers rushed forward, clutching steel bats.Before, they felt guilty because they thought they had killed someone. Now that they had regained their moral high ground, they wanted to retaliate.The rest of the customers finally understood the situation.Aston and his relatives were here to make trouble!Not only did Harvey see through their geomancy arts, but he humiliated them in public as well. After realizing they had been completely fooled by these shameless people, the customers stood on the benches with a righteous look.“You think you can just cause trouble in the Fortune Hall, you b*stards?”“You scared the sh*t out of me! Do you think you can leav
“Look into this. See if Aston visited Volton Hall before. If he did, find a way to bail him out,” Harvey said.Cliff appeared again when Harvey finished his third pot of tea.“Sir York, he did go to Volton Hall before coming to our place. When he came out of there, he seemed to have become a different person.”“I bought off one of the workers there, and I’ve confirmed that the actors were all from the same place.”“The Volton Hall is involved!”“After they failed to cause us trouble last time, they embarrassed themselves and ran out of business. They had no choice but to rely on free services to attract customers.”“They were hoping to shut down Fortune Hall for good this time.”“What a shame. You’ve outmatched them! Volton Hall will definitely suffer.”Castiel bit into an apple, his face filled with admiration.“We shouldn’t have gone easy on them last time, Master York!”“Who’s the owner of Volton Hall?” Harvey asked. “A man from the underworld. His name is Waylon Sacket,
“Master York?”“Repay the favor?”The middle-aged man squinted at Harvey, smirking coldly. “You’re not even old enough, and you’re here to challenge our master?”“Who gave you the courage?”Harvey sized up the man, and saw something black on his forehead.“Interesting,” he said curiously. “What kind of business do you people do here? Why is a graverobber like you serving customers?”The man’s expression changed instantly; he was scared witless after hearing those words.“Wh…What do you mean by that?”“I’m warning you, kid! You better not spout nonsense!”“I’ll sue you if you do!”The man talked big, but he looked awful. Naturally, Harvey managed to touch a nerve.“If I’m guessing correctly, you found a huge tomb of a landlord from the Whip Dynasty. You planned to dig everything up and sell them for money.”“But evil energy filled the air as soon as you did. You got scared and ran out of the place.”“Your luck has been very bad recently. You tried to solve it yourself, bu
“August 16th is a blessed date, suitable for marriages,” she continued. “This…”Her expression changed, and she quickly made a few calls.Then, she looked admiringly at Harvey. “You’re the true geomancy expert here, Master York!”“I asked a few other people. They all said the same thing you did!”Her son’s wedding was very important to her. At first, she planned to ask a few geomancy experts about it.Yet, she was recommended such a horrible date on her first meeting.Hearing those words, the customers glared disdainfully at the young man.‘This guy’s just a con man…’‘Doesn’t he know that experienced people will question the dates?’“Thank you, Master York! I didn’t bring a lot of money, but please take this.”The woman was clearly wealthy. She quickly pulled out two fat stacks of cash and handed it to Harvey before kicking the young man to the ground.The young man didn’t have the courage to crawl up or scream in pain; he wanted to hide himself in a hole so badly.“How
The customers nodded after hearing Harvey’s words. It was impressive how he pointed out the geomancy expert’s problems with just a single glance.“It’d be easy for Waylon to deal with your problem,” Harvey said.“But do you know why he didn’t tell you?”“He’s waiting for you to enter a forbidden relationship with him.”Everyone burst out laughing when they heard that. Harvey was probably right.Waylon’s actions made it clear that he was a heinous man.The geomancy expert thought of something, and shivered.“Can I really fix my problem after I deal with my mole, Master York?” she asked after a moment’s hesitation.“Not just that, you’ll find your true love the next time,” Harvey replied calmly.The geomancy expert bowed gratefully. Then, she threw her robe to the ground and walked out of Volton Hall. She was finally reborn.The disciples of Volton Hall exchanged glances.‘This was disrespectful!’‘This was insane!’Not only did Harvey casually defeat the disciples, but he
Waylon’s eyes were red; he gritted his teeth furiously, as if he wanted to bite Harvey to death.Harvey looked at Waylon, not wanting to waste his time.“Fine. I’ll oblige.”“I respect my elders, so you can decide how we fight.”The customers were excited.Geomancy experts were usually secretive people.In the past, ordinary people couldn’t even come close to their sacred teachings.Waylon grinned. Upon hearing Harvey’s words, he was sure he already had the upper hand.“Since we’re talking about a challenge, we’ll have to make it quick!” he said, staring smugly at Harvey. “Fundamentals are boring to watch. It’d be meaningless to compete that way.”“We’ll compete with Curse Talismans!”“There are two wolfhounds in the backyard. We’ll each choose one, then curse the other!”“Whoever kills the other’s dog wins! Do you dare?”Waylon glared proudly at Harvey, as if he had already won.He knew Harvey was skilled in geomancy. Usually, geomancy arts were based on saving people
Nobody tried to stop the battle; they wanted to experience it for themselves.Castiel’s face lost all color.“Master York…” he said instinctively.Harvey glanced at him, signaling for him to stay calm. Then, Harvey looked back at Waylon.“What?” he taunted.“Are you scared?”Waylon’s eyes twitched frantically. He was confident he could take out Harvey, but he still hesitated since his life was in Harvey’s hands as well.“If you are, just say that,” Harvey said.“I can make it easier for you.”“If you admit defeat, I’ll remove the curse for you.”“I don’t need you to remove mine, though. If I die, then consider me unlucky.”“Will you agree now?”Waylon’s expression was horrible. If he declined the challenge, his reputation as Golden Sands’ geomancy expert would be tarnished.Waylon gritted his teeth, then slammed the table with his fists.“Fine! If that’s what you want, then so be it!”“I’ll draw up my talismans in front of everyone here. Everyone will know that I’m Golde
Suddenly, a strong gust of wind blew in the hall.The entire place immediately felt colder.Many shivered in fear, and looked at Waylon.‘As expected from a geomancy expert!’Harvey remained calm, crossing his arms in a relaxed way despite being the target of the evil curse. “Interesting,” he said curiously, taking a step closer to Waylon. “Techniques from Country H, the Island Nations, and the South Sea. I didn’t think you’d be able to combine all of these so flawlessly.”“Though, you’re going a little too overboard.”“Not only are you trying to take my life, but you’re also trying to bind my heavenly soul to serve you for all eternity.”“Huh?”The people around were confused to hear Harvey’s words.None of them had experienced such a thing, but there had been few TV series that would talk about it.Such techniques were utterly heinous…And yet, Waylon used it all on a young man.“He’s ruthless!”“He’s actually trying to kill Master York!”“Master York’s an impressiv
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