Jiang Chen had just returned to the villa when Arno arrived.

Jiang Chen said with a smile, "Little Na, make some tea."

Angelina entered the kitchen to prepare the tea.

The two men sat on the sofa. Soon, Angelina served the tea and sat beside Jiang Chen. Arno glanced at her but said nothing.

"Little Na, go to your room and stay there," Jiang Chen instructed.

"Oh." Angelina complied.

Only then did Arno speak. "Eleanor went to the Clan to pressure them right after you left."

Jiang Chen held his teacup, listening to Arno.

To call this woman foolish would be a mistake. She knew how to use her family's advantage. Unfortunately for her, Jiang Chen was not a member of the Gregory family, and he didn't care about that.

Following this woman would lead to disaster sooner or later.

Jiang Chen laughed. "If you continue to follow her into battle, you'll all die sooner or later. You'll only become her sacrificial pawns. It's best to distance yourselves from her as soon as possible."

"Some things can't be easily dismissed; the interests involved are complex. But that's not the main point. The crucial issue is that Eleanor mentioned your family."

Jiang Chen fell silent, a murderous glint in his eyes.

I need to figure out how to kill this woman.

Making a move in the Xileruo World was simply out of the question. Firstly, there was the question of whether he could even kill Eleanor. Secondly, although the woman was foolish, her status was not ordinary; she was a Goddess, an exalted Goddess at that. She possessed a Resurrection Scroll; even if killed, she would revive, and Jiang Chen could forget about surviving afterward. Killing a Goddess was a grave sin. Unless he was willing to give up his Hero status, it absolutely could not be done.

Jiang Chen knew Arno was warning him to be careful.

"I recall the black market being a good place," Arno said. "It's a lawless territory. Even if someone dies there, it won't be discovered."

Jiang Chen understood. Arno also wanted to act but was constrained by his own identity.

Jiang Chen asked, "How will she get there?"

"I'll find a way to get her to the black market once. As for what happens after, I'm not sure. Of course, it has to be done quickly."

Jiang Chen pondered. If she entered the black market, things would be much simpler. He needed to eliminate this woman, but it would be best if someone else did the deed.

Who, then? The Fallen.

Those killed by The Fallen would not resurrect, regardless of whether they possessed a Resurrection Scroll.

"I'll find a way," Jiang Chen said.

Arno stood up, turned, and left.

Jiang Chen also rose. It was time to head to the black market. He wondered if the blind old man was still around. Eleanor was a Fourth-stage Master, and it was uncertain if the blind man could contend with her.

「The Black Market.」

At the Cloud End Hotel, Jin Yunxi, seeing Jiang Chen arrive, remarked, "That blind old man is a master."

"He hasn't left, has he?" Jiang Chen asked.

"Left? You've taken care of him for ten years; why would he be willing to leave? He's living comfortably now, indulging in fine wine and rich food every day, occasionally even taking a stroll through the Green Building."

This old man certainly lives well!

"Where is he?"

"The gambling house."

Soon, Jiang Chen saw an old man with a walking stick returning.

The old man said, "You've arrived."

"You can't see me, yet you know I've come?"

"You use your eyes to see, but I use my heart."

Well... that sounds very familiar. Where have I heard that before? Isn't that what all masters say?

Jiang Chen said, "I've come to ask for your help this time."

The two entered a room.

"To kill someone?" the old man asked.

"How did you guess again?"

"I can feel the killing intent on you. You want me to help you kill someone, yet you can't do it yourself. This means your target must be one of your Heroes."

Jiang Chen nodded. "You're right."

"Alright, but..."

"But what?"

"You'll have to take care of me for another ten years."

Jiang Chen laughed; any issue solvable with money was no issue at all. Forget ten years, even twenty would be fine.

Jiang Chen nodded. "Okay. However, the person's identity is a bit special."

"[Order] Sequence?"

"A Goddess."

The blind old man was visibly shocked. "Such an underhanded request! Asking me to kill a Goddess for the first job!"

"This will require another ten years tacked on."

Jiang Chen was left speechless.

「Inside the hotel.」

"My lord, the investigation is complete. These are Jiang Chen's family members, and this is his recent itinerary. It seems he's involved with The Fallen."

Eleanor looked at the information, then at her subordinate. "Involved with The Fallen?"

"Yes. He entered the black market and has connections with many of The Fallen there. They haven't pledged allegiance to our Alliance. It's highly possible this man is a spy sent by The Fallen."

"How can you be so certain?"

"My subordinate made inquiries with his contacts and discovered that he frequently visits the black market."

Eleanor contemplated this.

"My lord, he must have a secret in the black market. If we uncover it, we can ensure his submission."

"Where is the black market?"

"It's unclear. Only those with a Black Market Token can enter. The Gregory family definitely has one."

"We can't ask the Gregory family; they are obviously protecting that Swordsman. Find other families. Find a way into the black market. I want to see what his purpose is for going there!"

"Understood."

Jiang Chen asked the blind old man, "Are you from the Ancient Faction?"

"Are you talking about practicing Ancient Martial Arts?"

Jiang Chen said, "I've seen other people fight. Their attacks are very basic: just Sword Qi Attacks—fast, fierce, and accurate—using Sword Qi to launch powerful attacks."

"Sword Qi? That's just Basic Sword Arts; it's nothing impressive. Many beginners are capable of it. They focus their True Qi to increase its cohesiveness and thereby its Attack Power."

"Though this might provide a short-term boost, it's ultimately the wrong path. Many masters don't pursue New Faction Martial Arts; they practice Ancient Martial Arts."

"That's not necessarily true. They seem very strong to me."

"That's because you haven't witnessed Ancient Martial Arts. True strength lies in powerful True Qi; True Qi is equivalent to what you call 'gear'."

Jiang Chen became interested. "In that case, how about you take me as your apprentice?"

"You aren't a Wanderer, so you can't learn it. Even if you gave up your Hero status, you still wouldn't be able to. However, I have heard that Bai Yun possesses something that could make you a Wanderer. Unfortunately, I don't know Bai Yun."

"Is there something that, after consuming it, would allow one to learn?"

The blind old man shook his head. "I don't know. Only he would know. If I ever encounter him, I'll try to get it for you."

"Really?"

He's being this nice to me? I'm starting to wonder if he's my real father.

"Actually, you're not wrong. We are The Fallen; we have truly fallen. Many either pledge allegiance to the Alliance of All-Gods or join the Difiled God Camp. Only a few of us persist with our own ideals. I need an apprentice. Unfortunately, you're not a Wanderer."

"If you're looking for an apprentice, surely many would be willing to learn from you."

"It's different. Others either don't suit me or have character flaws. Besides, I also need them to take care of me."

Damn... so he's just looking for someone to provide for his retirement!

"Why don't you try teaching me the incantation? See if I can learn. Maybe I'm different!" Jiang Chen asked persistently.

"Alright, I'll teach you," the old man relented.

"Go on."

Jiang Chen was immediately intrigued. If I could learn the True Qi of The Fallen, that would be incredible! I could kill whoever I wanted!

The blind old man said, "Listen closely."

Jiang Chen listened intently.

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