“Do you remember the Five Elements Jade Pendant you obtained from Place of Darkness last year?” Death asked in return.
“Does your pendant have any connection with the one I got last year?” Billy slightly puzzled. He naturally knew about the Five Elements Jade Pendant he acquired from the fallen martial artist in the God-Emperor realm last year. At that time, the two old men who went to the scene to snatch the jade pendant were sent by Sanctum of Darkness.
“Over twenty years ago, a powerful God-Emperor realm expert fell at Place of Darkness. There were rumors about a God-Emperor realm inheritance at the site.” Death explained.
“I received the news and rushed there with others. However, upon arrival, we discovered there was no actual inheritance. Nonetheless, another wandering martial artist and I found two jade pendants among his belongings.”
“Although we were unaware of the pendant’s use, considering it belonged to a War God-Emperor realm expert, we assumed it was extraordinary. So, we engaged in a fierce battle, both equally matched in strength. After hundreds of rounds, we both suffered severe injuries and ultimately agreed to each take one pendant. As for how the other jade pendant later fell into someone else’s hands, I have no knowledge.”
“Over twenty years ago?” Ivy Chandler, upon hearing Death’s words, was astonished. “You mean this pendant has been with Sanctum of Darkness for over twenty years?”
“Yes,” Death nodded and continued, “Later, I found out that this jade pendant is one of the Five Elements Jade Pendants that open the dimensional passage for Glavale.”
“How many people know that you have this pendant?” Billy inquired again.
“I’m not sure,” Death replied, shaking his head. “Although I never disclosed it myself, the wandering martial artist who leaked the information might have informed others.”
“In these twenty-plus years, has anyone come looking for you for this pendant?” Billy pressed on.
“No,” Death shook his head again. “Except for the person a few days ago, you’re the second person who came for the pendant.”
“What did the person look like a few days ago?” Ivy asked.
“He didn’t say a word and naturally wouldn’t reveal his true appearance. He was entirely covered in a black robe with a mask on his face.” Death explained, then added after a pause, “But if I’m guessing right, he should also be from your Glavale.”
“Hmm?” Billy and Ivy Chandler’s pupils contracted slightly.
“How can you tell?” Billy continued to ask.
“On one hand… from his figure… I, I could tell he had an Eastern body type.” Death, weakened due to severe injuries, spoke in a dazed state.
Billy frowned slightly, then reached out, placing his hand on Death’s chest. A surge of Chi energy flowed into Death’s body.
After a short while, Death’s spirit improved. After a brief pause, he continued, “On the other hand, the War God-Emperor power he unleashed was one that…”
“Billy, watch out!” Just as he spoke, Ivy ‘s voice rang out.
Almost simultaneously with her cry, a majestic force swept toward Billy and Death like a hurricane, creating a fierce wind.
While Ivy shouted, her pupils constricted. The person was only a hundred meters away from her and Billy, yet she couldn’t detect the slightest aura from him. Clearly, the assailant’s skills exceeded hers by far. Unable to think too much, she directly exerted full force with a palm to confront the attack.
A loud noise rang out, followed by Ivy Chandler being thrown backward, spewing a large mouthful of blood. She then crashed down tens of meters away, her aura in disarray.
The assailant didn’t seem to intend to stop there. His figure flickered, rushing once again toward Ivy’s direction.
“Ivy!” Billy shouted.
He moved like a shadow, darting towards Ivy Chandler while simultaneously sending a powerful gust of wind with a sweep of his hand toward the assailant. At this moment, Billy got a clear view of the attacker. However, the person was entirely covered in a black robe, and his face was hidden behind an ordinary mask. There was nothing remarkable about his appearance.
The assailant seemed to have anticipated Billy’s reaction, dodging the gust of wind skillfully and rushing toward Death’s location.
The next moment, a crisp sound echoed as a palm strike hit Death’s neck. Immediately, Death’s head drooped, and he fell to the ground lifelessly.
The generation’s hero for Place of Darkness, Death, who had led Place of Darkness for decades, officially met his demise!
After killing Death with a palm, the assailant didn’t hesitate. He turned and rushed towards the estate’s main gate.
“Billy, I’m fine. Go after him!” Ivy stood up from the ground, looking at Billy and shouting loudly.
“He is probably more skilled than me. Even if I catch up, it won’t be of any use,” Billy shook his head after a brief pause. Looking at Ivy, he said, “Ivy, how are your injuries? Let me check.”
“I’m fine, Billy!” Ivy wiped away the blood from the corner of her mouth and shook her head in response. Although the opponent’s palm had injured her, it wasn’t too severe.
“Billy, this person is likely the one who took the pendant, right?” Ivy continued speaking.
“Most likely,” Billy nodded.
“It seems Death’s speculation is possible.” Ivy muttered after thinking for a while.
“He could be from Glavale. Otherwise, how would he know we’ve come to Sanctum of Darkness today?”
“Yea.” Billy nodded again.
“But I have a question and I’m confused!” Ivy continued. “This jade pendant has been here for more than 20 years. He just came to snatch it a few days ago. It’s obviously not that long after you got the news. But, only our people know the news about this jade pendant. It’s impossible to leak it. How did he get the news?”
“Considering that Aquilandia informed us about this matter, there’s a possibility they also informed someone else.” Billy said with a thoughtful smile.
“Billy, you mean their ruler deliberately leaked the news to others in Glavale? They might be watching us internalize the conflict?” Ivy pondered.
“But I find it hard to believe that Aquilandia would orchestrate this officially.” Billy continued.
“Not an official move?” Ivy was surprised once again.
“I’m just speculating for now,” Billy smiled and said, “Let’s not discuss this for the time being. Go find Casey and the others.”
“Okay!” Ivy nodded and walked to a spot not far from Death, bending down to pick up her ancient sword.
“Hmm?” Just as she was about to stand up, she couldn’t help but exclaim. “Billy, come here for a moment!”
Then, turning around, she looked at Billy, who was stowing away the Bloodshadow Fury Blade.
“What’s wrong?” Billy walked over quickly.