Chapter 485
Hearing this, Gao Li’s smile briefly froze on his face before blossoming again, as if he hadn’t been affected by Gao Dongran at all.
"Young Master Gao, the Yamaguchi-gumi has already arrived in the East Sea, and it’s none other than their number three, Heno Sumio. According to my information, Heno Sumio is here to deal with Lin Kuang. Perhaps we can just wait and watch them fight.
"After all, when two tigers fight, one is bound to get hurt. Even if Lin Kuang manages to kill the men from the Yamaguchi-gumi, I think he’ll still find himself in a perilous situation. If you want to kill him, that would be the time to strike.
"Additionally, I’ll have my people continue searching for evidence. If possible, I’d still prefer to use ’legal’ means to take down Lin Kuang," Gao Li said with a smile.
Hearing this, Gao Dongran glanced indifferently at Gao Li and said lightly, "Go on. Notify me immediately if you have any news."
"Of course, Young Master Gao." After speaking, Gao Li smiled faintly and turned to leave.
Meanwhile, Lin Kuang had already returned home with little Xinxin. Just as he arrived, an unexpected person appeared before him.
Seeing this person, Lin Kuang was startled, and a wary expression appeared in his eyes.
"Young fellow, I gave you the Nameless Sword for free. Why are you looking at me so warily?" the Nameless Elder asked, beaming at Lin Kuang from the sofa.
Indeed, this person was the middle-aged man who had been selling the sword on the street; his true identity was the Nameless Elder.
Lin Kuang stared at the Nameless Elder in shock. Just moments ago, the man had been standing right in front of him, yet in the time it took to speak, he was already sitting on the sofa!
Lin Kuang was certain he hadn’t seen the Nameless Elder move at all, yet there he was, inexplicably sitting on the sofa.
Such incredible speed. This is definitely the fastest I’ve ever witnessed. Lin Kuang thought, observing the old man who sat on the sofa with utter composure.
"What are you thinking about? Have a seat. I’m not going to harm you; otherwise, you wouldn’t still be standing there," the Nameless Elder said with a relaxed smile, his tone so light it seemed impossible to resist.
Hearing this, Lin Kuang simply nodded and took a seat on the sofa.
"Huh? Grandpa, who are you?" At that moment, little Xinxin came downstairs and, upon seeing the Nameless Elder, couldn’t help but ask curiously.
Seeing little Xinxin’s adorable demeanor, a hint of fondness rose in the Nameless Elder’s eyes.
"Little girl, I’m a good friend of Lin Kuang’s," the Nameless Elder said with a smile.
"Oh, so you’re a friend of Uncle Lin’s," little Xinxin nodded in understanding.
"Xinxin, go upstairs and do your homework. Don’t come down," Lin Kuang said, looking at her with a serious tone.
"Okay then," Little Xinxin pouted, turning to go upstairs.
"There’s really no need for that. I mean no harm to you or your loved ones," the Nameless Elder said to Lin Kuang with a smile.
"What are you doing here? Why did you give me the Nameless Sword? What exactly is your purpose?" Looking at the Nameless Elder, Lin Kuang couldn’t help but fire off a series of three questions.
Upon hearing this, the Nameless Elder smiled faintly. "Young fellow, don’t be in such a hurry. There are some things you are not yet permitted to know. You only need to know this: Nameless is fated to be yours. Slash Path will also fall into your hands, as will the treasure map.
"As for why I came looking for you, it was for a simple reason: to tell you that I’ve already informed the major families of the Ancient Martial Realm about the fight you had at the Pei Family’s estate last night. Now, the entire Ancient Martial Realm knows of you, Lin Kuang, and that your strength isn’t half bad."
Just as the Nameless Elder said, he was indeed the one who spread the news about Lin Kuang’s rampage at the Pei Family’s estate. He had been in Shennongjia the entire time, witnessing Lin Kuang’s arrival, his battle, and his departure with his own eyes. As for why the Nameless Elder chose to spread this news, likely only he himself knew the reason.
Hearing the Nameless Elder’s words, Lin Kuang’s expression shifted slightly, and his brows instantly furrowed. "Why would you do that?"
"Oh, it’s nothing. Sooner or later, your name would have reached the major families of the Ancient Martial Realm anyway. I merely released the news a little early, that’s all," the Nameless Elder replied with a smile, as if his answer had nothing to do with Lin Kuang’s question.
Hearing this, Lin Kuang frowned again, truly unable to comprehend what this Nameless Elder was up to.
"Alright, you don’t plan on telling me anything. You came here just to inform me that you spread the news about my fight at the Pei Family’s estate?" Lin Kuang asked somewhat helplessly, staring at the old man.
"Yes, that’s more or less it. Actually, there is one more thing I want to tell you: the bearer of Slash Path is about to appear. When he does, a battle between you two is inevitable. This fight cannot be avoided; it will end with either your death or his.
"I came to tell you to improve your strength. While your current power isn’t bad, it still falls short when compared to the bearer of Slash Path. Furthermore, you have yet to understand the wonders of the Eight Gates Escape Technique. Only when you open the Gate of Death will you realize how truly profound it is.
"Oh, and if you wish to duel the bearer of Slash Path, you must open the sixth gate, the Scenic Gate. That is the only way you will survive. Of course, your chances of victory still won’t be great. Unless you also open Jingmen, you will not be victorious," the Nameless Elder said with a smile.
Hearing this, Lin Kuang was profoundly shaken. He wasn’t shocked that the Nameless Elder knew of the Eight Gates Escape Technique, but that the old man’s understanding of it seemed to be even greater than his own.
"Who... Who exactly are you?!" Lin Kuang couldn’t help but ask, his curiosity about the Nameless Elder’s identity reaching its peak.
"Me? I’m just a stubborn old coot who refuses to die," the Nameless Elder said, chuckling.
Lin Kuang didn’t believe a word of it. If this man was just some old coot, then Lin Kuang himself was less than an infant.
Just as Lin Kuang was about to ask another question, the Nameless Elder spoke again. "Little girl, why have you come down again?"
Hearing this, Lin Kuang froze and instinctively looked back, only to find that Xinxin hadn’t come down at all. Realizing this, he whipped his head back around.
However, by the time Lin Kuang turned back, the Nameless Elder’s figure had vanished without a trace. Only the villa’s open door and a gentle breeze remained.
Seeing this, Lin Kuang’s pupils constricted.
The Nameless Elder’s speed was simply too fast. Lin Kuang was sure that the act of turning his head and turning back hadn’t even taken half a second, yet the Nameless Elder was already gone.
What was more terrifying was that Lin Kuang hadn’t sensed a thing. In the presence of the Nameless Elder, his powerful Perception seemed utterly useless.