"Law enforcement can handle living issues, but can't deal with mystic matters," Frederick said, shaking his head.He scanned the construction site, frowning slightly."Strange… How did the mysticism flow here suddenly turn so disastrous?"The intense negative energy was comparable to a hospital morgue, as if hundreds of bodies were buried here.After a few seconds, Frederick seemed to realize something and smiled eerily. "You sneaky shaman. What tricks did you play on this land?"Connor broke into a sly grin, and immediately denied, "What's this? Can't win the argument, so you're resorting to baseless accusations now?"Frederick leveled Connor with a steady gaze. "A shaman doesn't just read the mysticism flow of a place. They can also manipulate it. You've planted something dirty here, which caused the sudden surge in negative energy."Scientifically speaking, mysticism was about magnetic fields. Everything had a spirit. A shaman could harness and balance natural forces, using t
“What’s the Nine Evil's Mansion?” Jasmine asked, curious about Jason’s alarmed expression.Jason stammered, “In mysticism arts, it’s a highly ominous sign!”“The Nine Evil's Mansion is formed by taking nine malevolent individuals and executing them by stabbing them until they die. Then, their flesh would be pieced together with bone nails."After that, their body would be encased in concrete and sealed with mercury. They would then be buried at a specific place where the mountain’s shadow meets the water’s reflection on a full moon night. "This ritual traps their spirits, forcing them to endure endless torment. It also creates intense resentment and forms the Nine Evil's Mansion.”He continued, visibly shaken, “Even those with the strongest fates dare not tamper with it. The curse can lead to untimely death, misfortune for three generations, and calamities for ten generations.”As Jason described it, the fear in his voice sent chills down Jasmine’s spine. The crowd stepped back,
"Master Trent, what's wrong?" Jasmine was stunned by the scene in front of her.Jason was a mess, and looked crazed. He flailed his arms, and shouted, "The Nine Evil's Mansion is a hellish mysticism arrangement that no one should mess with! Run, or we'll all die here!"With that, he dashed out like a madman.The onlookers, who had been counting on him, were shocked and panicked."We're doomed! This place is way too dangerous!""If even a shaman master was terrified, what chance do we have?""We must halt all construction immediately! We need to rebuild the tall buildings that Aerowind Enterprise demolished earlier. Those structures were actually suppressing the spirits beneath the ground!" Connor said quickly. "By leveling them, they've unleashed Pandora's box! They’ve freed all the demons and ghosts below!"Hearing his explanation, the already terrified crowd took his words as gospel."Listen to Master Zeller! He's even more skilled than Master Trent!""Yeah! Only he can sa
“Yes, it’s exactly that! You're being forced into a bad deal! And if you disagree, Mr. Ziegler won’t let you off!” Connor pressed. “Ms. Smith. You should know that if Mr. Ziegler wanted to, even the underground king of Mirage City, Gavin, could be dead in minutes!”Jasmine felt a shiver run down her spine at Connor’s threat. She took a few steps back.Connor sneered, “What’s wrong? Still holding on to hope? Fine! I’ll make you give up completely!”He silently made a hand gesture, as if casting a spell.Suddenly, nine coffins burst out from the center mound. The coffins were blood-stained and reeking of decay. A powerful aura of malevolence filled the air.Panic erupted in the crowd as people started screaming.“We’re doomed! We’ve angered the spirits, and now the ghosts are coming out!”“We should all file a complaint with the authorities right now! As long as Aerowind Enterprise continues construction, we’ll keep protesting!”Even the construction crew was terrified, and their
“It stopped…?”The entire place fell silent, as if someone had hit the pause button.The seemingly ominous ground was now rapidly returning to normal. Even the charred, foul-smelling surface was becoming clean again.It was a miracle!Delighted, Jasmine said, "It's over! Everything is fine now. Who would dare to say this land is cursed?"As long as they could keep this land, Dustin's plans would fall apart.Connor was sweating profusely. He pointed a finger at Frederick, filled with disbelief. "H-How did you do that?! Very few have returned safely from the Nine Evil's Mansion. Unless...unless they were a Divine-tier shaman!"Frederick shrugged, grinning. "Can't you tell that I am one?""You're a Divine Shaman? Bullshit! Even legendary figures couldn’t achieve that in their twenties!" Connor's face turned red with anger, and he started spewing curses.Frederick shrugged again. "Looks like your narrow-mindedness is limiting your imagination.""I don't believe it! It must be a c
Common people were always like this. They changed their tune at every turn, and were easily swayed by others. After Frederick's well-founded explanation, those condemning Aerowind Enterprise criticized Connor instead.The security guards and workers couldn't contain their anger any longer. They surged forward, ready to confront him face-to-face."You damn fraud! You've caused us so much trouble!"Jasmine walked up to Frederick, and grabbed his arm with some irritation."So, you had a way to deal with Connor all along! Why didn't you say so earlier? I was on the verge of collapsing just now."She added somewhat sheepishly, "Sorry about losing my temper earlier."Frederick smiled gently. "No worries. Do you think I don't know my woman? Feel free to hit or scold me if you're in a bad mood. Whatever makes you comfortable."Jasmine cooed shyly, "How could I?"Then, she leaned into his embrace.A few young assistants behind them looked on with mixed feelings. As single men and ladie
“What does it say, Mr. Ziegler? Was Frederick scared witless by you? Did he grovel and beg for mercy?” Connor was oblivious to the situation, and continued playfully, "I knew it! How could a small company like Aerowind Enterprise dare to oppose our boss? It's like hitting a rock with an egg! They're completely out of their league!"But before he finished speaking, Dustin abruptly opened his hand and placed it on Connor's head."You still have the nerve to spout bullshit?!"Boom!In an instant, Connor's head exploded. His body collapsed into a pool of blood, his limbs twitching. When all the subordinates witnessed this, they were terrified. Their hearts were practically in their throats.From afar, it looked like a dog! Up close, it was Dustin! Those words were a blatant provocation and humiliation! Dustin had lived for over fifty years. This was the first time someone had so shamelessly trampled on him—how utterly brazen!"He must die!" The anger in Dustin's voice was explosi
Upon hearing this, all the underground kings were taken aback. The usually bold and ruthless Dustin had actually spoken such words! It seemed Frederick had truly provoked him. Dustin was now consumed by revenge, and nothing else mattered to him."Since Dustin has said that, as sworn brothers, we can't just stand by!" exclaimed one."Let's charge into Mirage City! We'll divide the territory, the money, and the women!""Let's vent this anger for sworn brother, Dustin!"One by one, the kings stood up and declared their support. Dustin would lead the charge, and they would follow to reap the benefits. Such a good opportunity was not to be missed!"But Dustin, if you really want to kill Frederick, I suggest not attacking Aerowind Enterprise. You should go after Prospera Corporation and capture his woman, Jennifer York," Philip suggested with a smirk."Before coming here, my informant in Mirage City told me that Aerowind Enterprise is a subsidiary of Prospera Corporation," he conti