Balaro asked with interest, "Is there anything I can't afford? How much do you want?""I'm not interested in money!" Chad said proudly, pointing at Balaro. "I don't mind renting out the Hall of Herbs, but I want your eyes!"Balaro did not expect Chad to say that. His smile faded as he said, "Mr. Jennings, you sure have a good sense of humor—""I don't joke around. Indeed, I'm not interested in money. The rental will be your eyes. If you can't afford it, whatever!" Chad replied seriously. Then he ignored the rest of them and went to the Hall of Herbs.However, Chad did not feel at ease. Meran and Seis had put their lives on the line to save Peak Institute and Cloth Alley.What about the rest of the places? Arthur's Patriot Hall, in particular, would most likely face challenges similar to those faced by Meran and Seis.Balaro looked at Chad's retreating figure and said to Ayo, "We can forget about Cloth Alley. That place no longer meets my needs!"After that, he looked at Peak Ins
"So what if they realized it? The government doesn't officially recognize geomancy and has actively suppressed all forms of superstition. Otherwise, we wouldn't have accomplished our objectives so easily in the previous eight cities, right?"Ayo felt embarrassed that Balaro was staring at her like that. Her cheeks reddened, and she lowered her head and said, "Yes, I'll do as you say!"At that point, the car drove past Cloth Alley, and the two of them happened to notice Chad walking in.Cloth Alley's dark clouds had entirely dissipated by that point.Balaro looked at Chad and said, "Mr. Jennings is certainly interesting. I'll handle the Hall of Herbs myself!"Ayo was shocked. She did not understand what made Chad so special that Balaro would pay such close attention to him.Chad entered Cloth Alley and saw that everything around him was empty.Cloth Alley had seven households, all of which were descendants of Seis, and it was always very lively.Chad recalled that Seis' descenda
When a traitor was mentioned, Chad immediately thought of the womanizer, Yael."The womanizer, Yael?"Seis nodded solemnly, wondering how Chad knew."He is the type of guy who can't live without women. He abandoned us for a Saffronesian girl. He and Bernard Sandler, the Eighth Raider, joined the Zenith Organization. I have no idea what happened after that."After Balaro's identity was exposed, Meran and I were reinstated in our respective factions."While Seis spoke, he poured tea for Chad, who quickly stood up and greeted his master.Seis motioned for Chad to sit. He smiled and said, "Sit down, kid! It's just us here. There's no need for formalities."After Chad sat down, Seis said, "Whatever titles we had, they were just names given to us by some disgruntled individuals. Our respective masters protected each of us pirates. Otherwise, we would've been captured long ago. But we didn't expect the bloodshed that would destroy four of the six major sacred sites."Seis detailed the
Chad looked toward Peak Institute, where Archibald had already arranged for his men to monitor it.From afar, the sound of demolition could be heard. The demolition of Temple Road had officially begun.Chad felt a chill in his heart as he looked at the quiet Temple Road and the demolition crew that was surrounding it.Indeed, as long as there was enough money, even those in the old residences would run as fast as they could.Only the seven families who had lived on Temple Road a century before remained firm.A century ago, Temple Road was home only to Cloth Alley, Peak Institute, the Hall of Herbs, Treasure Trove, Mystery Tower, the House of Star, and Patriot Hall. The seven families then rebuilt the Channel Temple.Following that, Channel Temple's bright lights made Temple Road one of Bloomington's most popular destinations a century ago.Once the demolition was completed, Temple Road would likely revert to its previous activity level.Chad returned to the Hall of Herbs and he
"What farewell dinner are you talking about?! Why are we acting as if we're afraid of them?"Doreen stood in the shop and began to curse before gloomily walking into the backyard and sitting at the stone table.Grayson was also enraged, exclaiming angrily, "If this is a farewell dinner, I will not touch a single bite! If you've something to say, just say it!"Fifi and Marilyn entered through the other door and overheard their argument.Chad finished the last dish and brought a food container, which he handed to Marilyn. He said, "This is for Matilda. From now on, you'll be in charge of sending her food. There's enough for two, so keep her company!"Marilyn left after taking the container. Chad said, "This is a farewell dinner for Temple Road. Only seven families remain on Temple Road. This might be the last dinner while this place is still Temple Road. Temple Road may no longer exist in Bloomington. That's why this is a farewell dinner!"Everyone fell silent.In a matter of days
Chad returned to his room after seeing Marilyn off and took the two diagrams Meran and Seis had given him.He recalled being forced to use his Clairvoyant Eye when he faced Balaro.Chad felt controlled and helpless.He picked up the Golden Crow Diagram and began to meditate and breathe, feeling a burning sensation in his forehead.As Chad entered a state of inner observation, a burning sensation spread throughout his body.Meanwhile, the Dragon Veins of Hacniane diagram emitted a purple light that enveloped Chad's body.The Diagram of the Golden Crow, hanging in front of Chad, emitted a sun-like light that shone directly onto his forehead.Chad's body was enveloped in purple light, which transformed into feathers covering his entire body. He resembled the Magpies from the legends, who were said to wear magpie plumage.The golden crow's shadow and nine golden dragons appeared in the sky above the Hall of Herbs.Meanwhile, Balaro, who was in the Cloud Nine Tower suite, felt a ca
As Balaro spoke, a large black butterfly appeared in the suite and landed on the back of his hand."You're here!"The black butterfly gently flapped its wings before landing on the painting in Balaro's hand. Bolero smiled as he saw the butterfly, his expression full of joy.Despite the excellent soundproofing in the suite, the people living next door—Ayo, Shuten, and Yondu, who had just awoken—could hear Balaro's laughter.The laughter shocked them, and they went completely silent.Ayo was taken aback and silently reminded herself to be extra respectful the next time she saw Matilda.The night passed without incident, and morning arrived.Chad awoke from his meditation and exhaled deeply.Feeling refreshed, he glanced at the Diagram of the Golden Crow in front of him. At that moment, he felt like he had been enlightened.The so-called Clairvoyant Eye enabled individuals to see things that ordinary people could not.In the Clairvoyant Eye's world, everything emitted different
Just as Marilyn was wondering why Ayo was there, she saw Matilda and Ayo exit the elevator."Thank you, Ms. Kato, for your kind invitation. I'll be there tonight."Marilyn wore a mask and sunglasses, and she watched from a distance. She waited for Ayo to leave before catching up with Matilda."Matilda, why was she here?"Matilda turned to Marilyn and said distractedly, "She was asked to come on someone's behalf. She said Mr. Yamamoto invited me to a banquet. I'm no longer the president of Bellenuite, but she remembers me. She's quite thoughtful."Marilyn handed Matilda the lunchbox and said, "Here, Chad asked me to bring this to you."Matilda took the lunchbox and smiled. "How's he doing?"Marilyn responded without thinking, "He's... He has Suri, Yara, and Ivy. Fifi from Treasure Trove is also there. He must be feeling great with all those beauties around him."Marilyn realized she had misspoken and immediately shut up.Matilda came to a halt, and jealousy rose within her. Her