Chapter 80: Unexpected Question
Arin looked into Aldrian’s eyes, waiting for his answer. Aldrian also met her gaze.
"To be honest, I’m the type who will kill if there’s no advantage to keeping enemies alive—especially if those enemies are devils. If it weren’t for the fact that I need the demon territory’s cooperation for the future, I would’ve already killed most of the City Lord’s Manor and the devils in this city, not just the Black Rock Snake."
Arin and Vanisa heard Aldrian’s answer, and suddenly something clicked in their minds. Kill not only the Black Rock Snake? Did he just admit that he was the one who destroyed the entire western peak, causing the city to lose its Dual Horns? As they reached this conclusion, their eyes widened, realizing they were sitting in front of an ultimate expert.
To collapse an entire mountain, 15 kilometers high, leaving only a pile of rocks and dirt... He’d need to be at least at the Emperor stage to achieve that. But considering they sensed the giant Black Rock Snake at the mid-Emperor stage, did that mean this young man was beyond even that?
Their minds went blank. Hadn’t he just claimed to be an adventurer? What adventurer has that kind of power? Could he come from a powerful family, exploring the world on his own? But which family? He looked young, but appearances could be deceiving.
Aldrian sensed their thoughts but continued without pause.
"Alright, don’t think too deeply about it. I don’t need those people. I’ve already gotten what I wanted. You can have all of them, but I have a few personal requests."
Arin quickly nodded, listening intently.
"I’m listening."
"First, I want the Yu family’s name cleared of all the slander they’ve faced over the years. That’s my primary request.
"Second, I need you to cover my tracks and my location. I also want you—or your sect, in this case—to give me a warning if anyone starts looking for me.