stonecrandall Chapter 672 The Opportunity to Cling to a Powerful Figure
Chapter 672 The Opportunity to Cling to a Powerful Figure
"I used a rather secretive supernatural item."
"Moreover, your curse is not ordinary, and cannot be compared with the curses that are well known to everyone."
"The person who attacked you in secret likely used an extremely well-hidden sealing artifact."
Chu Yang's thoughts raced wildly amidst the chaos; he had already begun deducing the situation on his way here.
Moreover, he used his Pure White Eyes at the last moment, which allowed him to fully understand that the mastermind behind the scenes was using a sealed artifact.
Unfortunately, he couldn't use the Pure White Eyes for an extended period, and the situation was extremely urgent at the time.
Otherwise, he could have located the mastermind in a short time.
This is also the special function of the Pure White Eyes that he discovered, which can temporarily lock onto certain unusual auras.
Unfortunately, he didn't dare to do that at the time.
After all, even if he and Miss Hugh combined, they probably wouldn't be a match for that guy.
Not to mention that Miss Hugh was emotionally unstable at the time and could turn into a real monster at any moment.
If Chu Yang insists on doing so, it might end up being a situation where he fights two against one.
However, during their subsequent run, the mastermind behind the scenes did not appear.
There's only one possibility: after Chu Yang used the Pure White Eye, that guy suffered a backlash from the sealing artifact and was probably in a state of restricted movement at the time.
In order to deal with Miss Hugh, a Sequence 9 Extraordinary, it is unlikely that the Witch Cult would send a high-level Extraordinary.
"What are you referring to as the sealed artifact?"
"And you mentioned a special sequence before? Could you elaborate on that?"
Miss Hugh's eyes were full of inquiry.
Chu Yang's spontaneous display of knowledge always left her wanting more.
She even gradually came to regard Chu Yang as a guiding light on her extraordinary path.
"A sealed item is an extraordinary item that cannot be easily used under normal circumstances."
"Furthermore, if the target is not successfully killed after using the sealing artifact, the user will suffer a backlash from the artifact, and may immediately fall into a state of unconsciousness or even death on the spot."
"As for the special sequence you mentioned, it should be the Abyss Sequence that I mentioned briefly before."
"That sequence is also known as the Devil Sequence. The extraordinary individuals in this sequence are extremely adept at manipulating a wide range of human emotions."
"Humans are inherently emotional creatures. If they are secretly targeted by these guys and instigated and provoked, they are very likely to completely degenerate into real monsters, and may even end up being driven by them."
Upon hearing Chu Yang's explanation, Miss Xiu immediately gasped.
"Is it that scary? Can you remove them?"
Miss Hugh couldn't wait to ask.
Chu Yang's thoughts, however, returned to the original plot.
In the story, after Klein became the Fool, he successfully broke the curse using only a small prop.
Even though Chu Yang knew the plot well, he couldn't wait any longer, since it would take almost a month.
"There is a method, but we need to find someone to perform a suitable exorcism ritual."
Chu Yang stroked his chin and gave his answer.
"Looking for someone? Who are we supposed to look for?"
Miss Hugh couldn't help but blink her bright, sparkling eyes.
At this moment, she seemed to have become Chu Yang's appendage, placing all her hopes on him.
"Aren't there any extraordinary individuals you know who are like this?"
Chu Yang couldn't help but shake his head.
He has only been in this world for a few days; how could he possibly know someone like that?
But Miss Hugh is a well-known arbitrator in the area.
"I do know people like that, but we usually only meet in underground trading venues."
"Either they meet at various gatherings of extraordinary individuals and then complete the exorcism ritual through a transaction."
"But there haven't been any such opportunities or trade fairs in the past week."
Miss Hugh couldn't help but lower her head in frustration.
She had also guessed that the mastermind behind the scenes had probably been devoured by the sealed artifact.
But that guy probably only needs a week's rest before he can make a comeback.
So how could she possibly wait patiently?
Chu Yang frowned upon seeing this.
He could easily abandon Miss Hugh now, leave quickly, and eventually await the arrival of the Fool Klein.
However, Miss Hugh is an extremely important part of the plot. Without her participation, the subsequent plot may have undergone a complete upheaval.
Then his advantage of being familiar with the plot will be greatly diminished.
Besides, it is also what has led to Ms. Hugh's current awkward situation.
Unless it's truly impossible, Chu Yang really doesn't want to give up so easily.
Otherwise, he could only become a demigod, and could never become a true god.
Because such a sense of indebtedness will become a psychological void in one's future self.
"I'm reminded of someone whose extraordinary item might be of help to you."
"But I can't guarantee that it will definitely succeed."
Chu Yang pondered for a moment, racking his brains, and finally thought of someone who might be of use.
"Thank you so much, Chu Yang. This was a predicament that I should have faced on my own, but who knew I would drag you into it again."
Upon hearing that Chu Yang had a solution, Miss Xiu felt a great weight lifted off her shoulders and looked at him with gratitude in her eyes.
"No problem, no problem, let's not delay, let's set off first."
Chu Yang immediately waved for a carriage to arrive, and began heading to their destination with Miss Xiu.
The two sat down, Chu Yang's brows furrowed tightly as he pondered how to start the conversation when he met that guy.
"Chu Yang, I remember your original plan for today was to practice shooting."
"I'll have to do it next time. But luckily, the coach you're waiting for is someone I know. Even if I go a day later, he shouldn't make things too difficult for me."
Chu Yang shook his head helplessly.
It's worth noting that Palos was the one who found this relationship for him.
However, it seems that Palos's friend and coach will have to wait a whole day for nothing.
"Hopefully, that guy won't go berserk."
Chu Yang couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
"Actually, the Black Iron Club's fees are quite high, so I don't think you need to find a professional coach there."
"I grew up in that place and I am familiar with training techniques for various firearms. I also know a very remote and quiet place where you can train in peace."
"After this is over, I can be your coach and guarantee that you'll be able to hit the bullseye every time in the shortest amount of time."
Miss Hugh spoke more and more fluently, and she made up her mind completely.
She wanted to repay the debt she owed Chu Yang in this way.
Upon hearing this, Chu Yang's eyes lit up.
According to the plot, Miss Hugh's close-quarters combat and firearms skills are outstanding.
Moreover, every time he saw Miss Hugh, he was wearing a battle knight outfit.
As the saying goes, petite women are not necessarily lacking in fighting power.
"Besides firearms skills, I'd actually like to learn hand-to-hand combat techniques."
Chu Yang couldn't help but look at Miss Xiu with a probing gaze.
Miss Hugh replied without hesitation, "I participated in the same training methods as real knights when I was very young."
"So I'm also very good at fighting."
Upon hearing this, Chu Yang immediately made a decision, "That's good. If possible, I hope you can be my [position/role]."
"If you can teach me how to use firearms and fight, then all the favors you owe me will be wiped clean."
Chu Yang said with a smile.
He knew it was shameless of him to say that, but there was absolutely no way he would pay in pounds.
Because he doesn't have enough money yet, after all, it probably won't be long before he has to prepare the extraordinary materials related to the Sequence Eight Reasoning Students.
Every little bit saved is a blessing.
"No problem, I agree to the deal."
Miss Hugh nodded with a sigh of relief.
In her opinion, the deal couldn't be more perfect.
After all, Chu Yang had saved him from danger several times, and such a debt of gratitude could not be repaid with a mere pound.
If it could be repaid with physical labor, that would be even better.
Of course, if Chu Yang knew her true thoughts, he would probably prefer to get an exorbitant amount of pounds from her.
Soon, as the carriage wound its way through the alleys, Chu Yang led Miss Xiu to the bar they had visited the night before.
And they arrived in front of Palos without any trouble.
"What brings you here again? And with a woman this time?"
Palos's gaze shifted strangely between Chu Yang and Miss Hugh.
"Mr. Palos, I'd like you to pass on a message to the old gentleman I met last night."
"You can tell him that the task he assigned me has been completed."
"But there is one thing I want to ask of him. I hope he can use his extraordinary items to perform a curse-removing ritual for me."
"Of course, the reward I can offer is a very secret and forbidden piece of knowledge."
"If we're concerned about timing, tonight would be best."
Chu Yang hesitated for a moment, then finally set the time for night.
The All-Knowing Eye is shrouded in mystery, and if he had no other choice, he really wouldn't want to have any deeper contact with that old guy.
"Why did you come to me about this? How could I possibly have contact with such an important person?"
Palos couldn't help but look Chu Yang up and down with a surprised expression, seemingly quite puzzled.
Chu Yang's lips twitched involuntarily.
If the two of them were really not familiar with each other, how could Palos have so easily brought him into the underground trading place last night?
"Mr. Palos, you once said that you could gather all the intelligence as long as you could afford it."
"I believe that with your abilities, it won't be difficult for you to accomplish this."
Chu Yang spoke with absolute certainty, immediately elevating Palos to an extremely high position.
"You're quite the talker, kid, but I can only pass on this message; I can't guarantee it will work out."
As Palos spoke, he couldn't help but glance at Miss Hugh beside him.
After all, Miss Hugh is very famous in this area; she is practically a well-known arbitrator.
If Chu Yang hadn't brought Miss Hugh, Palos probably wouldn't have even shown up to see him.
Palos was willing to meet Chu Yang for the first time because he was the son of an old friend.
Besides, if just any Tom, Dick, or Harry can come here and ask for all sorts of random things, then what mystery is left of it?
If that were the case, this intelligence broker would probably be dead long ago and wouldn't be alive now.
"I trust you."
Chu Yang grinned, revealing a mouthful of bright white teeth.
Palos, somewhat speechless, told them to wait where they were, and then went into another room.
"As expected, Palos and the All-Seeing Eye have been in contact all along, but I wonder how they communicate?"
"Was it through a special Friday that you contacted each other remotely?"
Chu Yang's mind was filled with a jumble of thoughts.
Just then, Miss Xiu gently touched her sleeve and asked, "Chu Yang, what level of expert is that person you mentioned?"
"If he's so capable, is he really unwilling to get involved in such a trivial matter?"
"That gentleman is at least a Sequence Seven powerhouse. Although he wasn't good at fighting in the past, he should have a lot of sealed artifacts, and he knows a great deal about mysticism."
"If even he can't get rid of your curse, then I'm afraid there aren't many people in this city who can get involved."
Chu Yang spoke quite seriously.
Miss Hugh, who was standing nearby, was taken aback.
She was quite well-known in the area, but this was her first time visiting the place, and the first time she had ever heard of this mysterious old man.
"It seems that Chu Yang has paid a heavy price to help me break the curse."
Thinking of this, Miss Xiu couldn't help but bite her lip, then looked at Chu Yang with a rather complicated expression.
At that moment, Chu Yang felt as if he had a thorn in his back and dared not turn his head easily.
He was afraid that his gaze would meet Miss Hugh's.
In this world filled with mystery and eeriness, if we were to truly consider the so-called factor of love, then perhaps his death is not far off.
Even if he really wanted to consider love, he should at least wait until he got involved with the Fool Klein.
Otherwise, it would be like an old man hanging himself because he's tired of living.
Just as the two were lost in thought, Palos hurriedly pushed open the door of the private room and walked in.
"The old gentleman said you can go to the same place where you usually do your homework tonight, at the same time and in the same place, including the same code."
Before Chu Yang could speak, Palos stared intently at him, scanning him up and down. "And when exactly did you become that old gentleman's student?"
"Looks like I really underestimated you, little guy, last night."
Chu Yang was somewhat bewildered upon hearing this.
"Students? What students?"
"Don't hide anything from me. When that old gentleman replied to me, he called you his best student."
Palos said meaningfully. (End of Chapter)