NOVEL NEXT Chapter 82: Inheritance
"Spill it quickly."
Luis was currently in the Sirius Headquarters with Old Li sitting opposite.
The longer Old Li hesitated, the colder Luis' expression became. The chances of this old man possessing an immortal technique were high—too high to ignore.
Old Li kept his head low, refusing to meet Luis' gaze. No matter how much Luis tried to pry, the old man remained silent, unwilling to say a word.
Behind the Old Li there were many knights keeping watch on him.
"Devon, go search in his house. Don't miss any spot underground, roof, search every corner." Luis gave order to Devon, who was behind the Old Man.
Hearing this, Old Li finally lifted his head, his eyes pleading.
"No, no, don't search my house. I can give you the immortal technique. There's no need to go there!"
Luis narrowed his eyes at Old Li, then signaled for Devon to stop. His cold gaze never left the old man.
"Don't try to hide anything. Give me a reason why you don't want us to search your house. Otherwise, the consequences..."
He left the threat hanging in the air, his frosty expression making it clear that there would be no mercy if the old man refused.
Old Li's face twisted with a mix of bitterness and resignation as he began to tell his story. Luis and the others leaned in; their interest piqued.
Old Li revealed that he once belonged to a prestigious Foundation Building family from the Ten Thousand Star Island.
However, 50 years ago, his family's Foundation Building cultivator made the fatal mistake of making an enemy with powerful Golden Core realm cultivator.
The retribution was swift and brutal. The Golden Core cultivator sent his forces to wipe out Old Li's family.
Almost everything was destroyed, with only Old Li barely saving his life. He escaped with some of the inheritance.
After that, he came to this country to escape. Here, he married and tried to start a new life. He had a son, who grew up and married, eventually having a daughter of his own.
But fate was not kind to Old Li. As the years passed, tragedy struck again. His wife, his son, and even his daughter-in-law all passed away, leaving only his granddaughter to keep him company.
"I've lost everything," he muttered, his voice heavy with grief. "Now, all I have left is her. I don't want anything to happen to her."
As he said this, he looked at Luis with distrust and fear.
Luis still had a frosty face, his face unclear of what he was thinking. But a huge turmoil was passing through Luis heart.
'Shit! Shit! This old guy was not lying to me previously. He really had the immortal cultivation techniques. I was delayed for almost 2 months'
Luis felt frustration rising as he thought about everything. The two months of wasted time grated at him.
As for feeling sad about Old Li's family destruction? He felt nothing.
He wasn't a saint, and Old Li's misfortunes weren't his concern. What mattered now was the immortal cultivation techniques.
"Don't look at us like that. We are knights with honor. We don't force ourselves on women. Don't mistake us for those uncivilized brutes."
Luis said with a steady gaze, making it clear that while they had strength, they had their own code of honor.
"Tell where the technique is hidden."
Old Li resigned, looking at Luis, "It's buried in my yard, right below the tree."
"Alright. Arthur, you'll lead the squad this time. Bring me the technique along with his granddaughter." Luis gave order, turning to Arthur.
"No, didn't you say you wouldn't do anything to my granddaughter?" Old Li began to worry and had his eyes filled with tears.
Luis didn't say anything, and Arthur headed out with others.
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Arthur and a dozen knights set off toward Old Li's house, following the directions given to them. They arrived quickly, spotting a small house with a large tree growing in the backyard.
"That must be it," Arthur said, nodding toward the tree. "You all start digging around it. I'll go inside and get the granddaughter."
He knocked on the door as the others silently slipped into the backyard.
"Who is it?" A gentle female voice was heard from inside.
"I'm Arthur Hartmann. Your grandfather sent me to bring you to our place," Arthur replied steadily.
"Grandpa, is he finally allowing me to head outside?" The gentle voice had a hint of happiness in it this time.
Arthur frowned hearing this: 'Has Old Li really kept her locked up this whole time?'
The hurried footsteps sounded, and the door was opened. Arthur's heart skipped a beat at the sight before him.
She was beautiful. Stunningly beautiful.
She stood there, incredibly beautiful. Her warm eyes sparkled with curiosity, and her long hair flowed softly over her shoulders. The light behind her highlighted her delicate features, making her look almost magical.
'Now I see why Old Li keeps her inside,' Arthur thought, feeling himself melt at the sight of her.
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He quickly regained his composure, not wanting to appear foolish or obsessed.
"I'm from the Sirius Gang. Your grandfather is waiting for you there."
"Wow, is it really the Sirius Gang? The one that sells perfume?" She beamed, her eyes lighting up with excitement. "My grandfather brought one home for me once, and it smelled so nice!"
Arthur found himself smiling unconsciously at her enthusiasm, charmed by her genuine delight.
"You can call me Arthur. What is your name?"
"Ah, my name is Li Xuan," she replied with a smile on her face.
"Do you have a veil? If then wear it. You cannot walk out like this."
She hurriedly put on a veil after hearing Arthur's suggestion, her grandfather having gifted her many such items over the years.
As she finished adjusting the veil, the other knights arrived at the scene, though only six had come this time. The rest had already rushed off, carrying a box containing the immortal technique.
Arthur led Li Xuan toward the Sirius Headquarters, speaking softly to her as they walked, wanting to keep her comfortable and ease any worries she might have.
The six knights walking behind Arthur had smiles on their faces, exchanging knowing glances. It seems there is a new member going to be added to the Hartmann family.