Floating Island - Triple S Talent

Long Wei was momentarily stunned, not expecting anyone to dare cause trouble in the Seed Store. This place, which even his father—a Tier-Master and the ruler of Nagung City—did not dare disturb, was now facing an open threat from a man so powerful. His father had once told him to maintain good relations with this store.

"You're the ruler of Nagung City?" the old man asked with raised eyebrows, his sharp gaze penetrating Long Wei's every movement.

"I am the son of the ruler of Nagung City, Long Wei," Long Wei replied respectfully, though his voice carried a slight tremor.

"Alright," the old man responded, his tone softening slightly, though his gaze remained full of suspicion.

He retracted the spiritual pressure that had previously suppressed the entire room, now focusing his attention entirely on Long Wei. "You must be smarter than these fools," he continued with a mocking tone, glancing at the staff who still stood frozen, their faces pale.

The old man then spoke loudly, as if ensuring no one misunderstood his intentions. "I'm looking for a boy. The boy's aura was found on the body of my dead disciple. So, I need information about this boy, alive or dead, right now."

The threat in his tone was unmistakable, as if warning everyone in the room that this was their final chance.

He pointed toward the store staff. "I traced the boy's presence to this wretched store of yours. So, with all the respect owed to the ruler of Nagung City, what should I do if you refuse to give me the information I need?" His gaze returned to Long Wei, more intense this time, demanding an answer.

Long Wei fell silent. The information startled him. While the old man's anger was evident, his reasoning was difficult to dispute. However, Long Wei also understood that the Seed Store's rules could not be easily broken. This store didn't just sell goods but also safeguarded the secrets of many.

After some deep thought, Long Wei cautiously suggested, "Sir, how about we wait for the store supervisor to come and discuss this matter further?"

The old man's response, however, was far from amicable. "So, we let the boy escape and disappear just like that?" he asked sharply. His anger was nearly boiling over, his expression showing clear dissatisfaction. He was ensuring there were no gaps in his actions, ready to destroy this store if necessary.

Long Wei remained silent again. The old man's argument was indeed logical. He grew increasingly confused about how to handle this situation without tarnishing his father's reputation.

As the silence reached its peak, a calm yet authoritative voice broke through the tension. "Apologies for the delay…"

A middle-aged man appeared out of thin air, his steps light yet carrying an aura that could not be ignored. He stood beside the staff, dressed simply but neatly and impeccably.

"The store supervisor!" The staff immediately stood up and saluted with deep respect. They approached the man, explaining the situation in detail.

The supervisor merely nodded slightly as he listened intently. After absorbing all the information, he pulled out a small bottle from his spatial ring and handed it to Mei, the female staff member who had been on the verge of breaking down earlier.

"Drink this. My apologies for what happened earlier," he said sincerely, as if trying to calm Mei, who was still trembling.

He had been overseeing another branch of the store when he received news about the incident at the Seed Store and had hurried over as quickly as possible.

The structure of the Seed Store was unique, with all its staff and employees originating from the Guandu realm. These individuals, humans from Earth, had become supervisors after the conclusion of the interspecies war event and had stayed in the Guandu realm to run the Seed Store. Enjoy more content from empire

"Thank you, sir," Mei said as she accepted the potion with both hands. She bowed slightly as a sign of respect, her face, which had been tense moments ago, now beginning to relax. The faintly fresh aroma from the potion provided a sense of relief that gradually calmed her mind.

Suddenly, a soft yet firm voice was heard from nowhere. "Am I late?" A woman appeared out of thin air, standing beside the middle-aged supervisor. She wore a long red robe with an elegant cut, her pink hair cascading to shoulder length, shimmering like silk under the light.

The male supervisor turned and gave a small smile. "Rendy, you're quite fast," he said in a familiar tone.

"Hahaha… I just acquired a Thunder Speed skill book," Rendy replied with a light laugh. There was pride in her voice, though not overly so. She glanced at the female supervisor beside her, awaiting a response.

However, before their conversation could continue, the atmosphere shifted again. This time, a deep, cold, and commanding voice resonated throughout the room. "Who dares to cause trouble in my Seed Store?" The voice carried an invisible pressure, making the air feel heavier.

An elderly man appeared out of nowhere, dressed in a black robe with a green sash at his waist. His face was etched with wrinkles of experience, but his gaze was sharp, like a blade that could pierce through one's soul. Without much movement, his aura spread throughout the store, even reaching several kilometers beyond. Everyone who felt his aura instinctively recognized the immense power of this man.

"Elder!" The middle-aged male supervisor and the woman in the red robe simultaneously bowed deeply with utmost respect. There was enthusiasm in their gestures, reflecting genuine reverence for the man now standing before them.

The old man merely nodded slightly, as if their greetings were nothing extraordinary. His gaze slowly swept across the room, analyzing every corner and every person within it. His eyes, though weary, still radiated the strength and authority of a true leader.

The staff, who had previously been gripped by anxiety, now felt a sense of calm. The elder's presence was like an unyielding wall protecting them from external threats. Even Mei, who had earlier felt guilty and nearly broken, now stood taller. They all knew that while supervisors like Rendy and the woman in the red robe were powerful Tier-Masters, this elderly man was the head of all Seed Store supervisors. His presence brought an unshakable sense of security.