Chapter 1045 - 1045 144 The Long-Awaited Visitor

Chapter 1045: Chapter 144: The Long-Awaited Visitor Chapter 1045: Chapter 144: The Long-Awaited Visitor “My lord, this adversary seems to be even more difficult to deal with than the rats of Perugia.”

“Even as an ‘Observer,’ to have your memory peering discovered… and to directly affect your physical state, that’s quite terrifying.”

“Indeed it is terrifying, but it could also be an issue with the ‘memory defenses.’

“These beings eroded by the vortex, the ‘Whirlpool’ might have set up defenses within their brains to prevent others from peering into their memories.

“I was able to access so much memory information thanks to the prior dilution of the brain solution and the memory integration you provided, Doctor.

“It’s a pity I couldn’t see the contents of the books, but this ‘memory peering’ has given me a rough direction to investigate…”

Having just escaped from a perilous situation, Han Dong showed no sign of fear or concern, but rather an expression of mad laughter.

This was just as Han Dong had emerged from the swollen brain, his body radiating intense heat.

Mary immediately pressed close to him.

She attached her wet, soft body to Han Dong’s back, aiding in physical cooling.

Worry flickered in her round eyes.

The sight made the Swollen Doctor’s entire brain glow… He hadn’t expected that even the Ancestor Body could be subdued by Han Dong.

At that moment, Han Dong’s silhouette seemed to grow larger.

“It’s about time, I need to return to London City… Doctor, find out as soon as possible what the substance invading the crystal core is. I’ll come back to the manor in three days.”

Just as Han Dong was preparing to leave, a long-absent pain shot through the back of his right hand.

Simultaneously, a Crowman Elder descended into the laboratory via a secret passage and said in a flustered voice:

“Lord, there’s a visitor at the manor who says they must see you!”

The closed ‘Movable Deed’ doesn’t allow the entrance of outsiders without the permission of the lord, Han Dong… but the visitor this time was different.

Han Dong spoke with a heavy expression, “All of you stay below; without my order, no sound is to be made.”

Mary looked curious, “Who came?”

Han Dong did not answer but merely lifted his right hand… The “Yellow mark” etched into the soul was now emerging in the back of his hand area, emitting a faint yellow glow.

Mary was immediately startled, her body trembling, as a large amount of water spilled beneath her.

…

Scarlet Manor – The former Count’s theatre district.

When Han Dong arrived here, he immediately felt an oppressive feeling similar to before… and also a very bad feeling.

It had been a long time since the last appearance of the Yellow Robe Being, but each time it came, it tempted Han Dong to do something dangerous.

As Han Dong walked into the theatre,

The scene before him was different from before.

The Yellow Robe Being that appeared in the Holy City was merely in the shape of a human.

Now, the entire stage of the theatre was occupied by the white tentacles derived from beneath the Yellow Robe Being, wildly rolling and writhing.

Several thick core tentacles supported the Yellow Robe, floating midair.

The oppressive feeling was intense, mainly targeting the soul… One could easily have their soul extracted and devoured by the writhing white tentacles if not careful.

“Elder Yellow Robe, it’s been a long time,” Han Dong said.

In response to Han Dong were the mouths at the end of each white tentacle, their voices overlapping and echoing through the current space.

“I’ve been busy publishing books in your Holy City recently. The sales were quite satisfying for me.

“I happen to have some free time now and found you at a ‘turning point,’ so I came to have a look.”

“A turning point?”

The Yellow Robe Being didn’t answer Han Dong’s question but continued:

“You should be in possession of some intelligence, right? However, if you wish to delve deeper, there will certainly be danger… The ‘Whirlpool event’ that occurred in London City was not a mere coincidence.

It was the very ‘beginning of the conspiracy’ that we had anticipated.

Personally, I am not particularly fond of getting into trouble… but since I have some free time lately and you happen to be here, it wouldn’t hurt to stir up a little trouble.

As my Messenger, I am going to make a request of you.”

“Please, Elder, speak.”

“I require you to continue probing deeper into London City, no matter what kind of danger you may uncover in the process, whether it stems from the Myth or even threats from Kings.

Or even from the pressure of the world, you must still go on.

When you encounter high-level threats you cannot resist on your own, I will assist from the shadows… During this period, I plan to personally take up the pen and write a thrilling mystery novel.

This novel will be based on your experiences in London City, so make sure not to disappoint me.”

“Understood.”

Han Dong had been planning to explore further, after all, London City was the Expeditionary Army’s ultimate destination.

However, being told as much by the Yellow Robe Being, his resolve wavered.

Just then, the gaze of the Yellow Robe seemed to fall on Han Dong’s lower body, “Your legs… quite impressive, aren’t they? Was it that Toad who guided you?”

“Yes… the Toad Ancestor just provided me with a Leg Manuscript.”

“Good, the more escape abilities you have, the better for you.

Let’s leave it at that, I will be temporarily residing at your manor. Allow these little creatures to ignore my presence, and I do not need any service from anyone.”

“Very well!”

Hearing that the Yellow Robe Being would be staying temporarily at the manor also allowed Han Dong to breathe a sigh of relief.

In the event of a major incident, he could directly offer the Land Deed… the probability of being tricked would also correspondingly decrease.

Before leaving, Han Dong suddenly thought of something and ventured to ask, “Elder, how is the situation in the Holy City?”

“My works are being distributed in the Holy City, naturally it’s doing well… though, some rather interesting things have happened inside. You will naturally find out when you return. All in all, the proportion of good things happening is greater than that of bad.”

“Good.”

…

After Han Dong left, he immediately summoned the Demon that had reached Mature Body in the manor for a brief meeting of a few minutes.

He informed them that the Yellow Robe Being would be staying in the manor for a while, mainly operating in the main theater and the Lord’s office area, and they must absolutely not disturb him.

One by one, the powerful Demons were so frightened that they broke out in a cold sweat, as in their eyes, a mere movement of the Yellow Robe’s Tentacles could reduce them to ashes.

Having given his instructions, Han Dong immediately returned to London City with Maritzis.

The latter kept asking questions about the ‘Yellow Robe’ all the way.

After all, Mary had never seen a being ranked higher than the Toad Ancestor.

“It’s nothing much. In fact, meeting with Him, the pressure felt even less than with the Toad Ancestor… sometimes it feels just like talking to an ordinary person.

How about next time I take you along?

The Yellow Robe will be dwelling deep within the manor for some time, and when we next go to the Doctor for the analysis results, you could also meet Him.”

Who knew that the usually assertive Maritzis would be vigorously shaking her head at this moment.

She feared that if she went, she might get so scared that she’d wet the floor everywhere… which could potentially offend the Old King.

“I won’t go… I’ll wait until I become a Mythic Body.”

“By the way, what are we going to do now?”

“We head back to the hotel first, then come evening, we’ll go out to search.”

“Search for what?”

“Book sellers…”