The middle-aged man in front of him had a stern face, especially his eyes, which were extremely sharp, like an eagle.
The body looks ordinary, but just standing there gives people a feeling of being as solid as a rock, immovable as a mountain, full of strength and solidity, especially when combined with the unique aura of a soldier, it gives people a sense of
A feeling of reliability.
At first glance, ordinary people feel that this person is trustworthy.
Jason was looking at Prince Ritai.
Prince Ruitai was also looking at Jason.
The first impression is that he is tall and strong.
That body, which is far larger than an ordinary human being, looks like a descendant of a giant from an epic poem.
The second impression is youth.
Yes, young.
Although his temperament looks calm and mature, the childishness between the corners of his eyes does not lie.
The third impression is that of strength.
That comes from the temptation between breaths.
There is no real action, but for Prince Ruitai, who has already reached a high level of 'dual profession' and has many hidden back-ups, just judging by his breath is enough for him to understand that the Jason in front of him is a completely different person.
The strong one who is weaker than him.
Prince Ruitai was surprised by this.
Then……
Just happy.
Almost without hesitation, the prince changed his original plan.
"I originally wanted to kill you, and then continue to use your identity to disrupt the situation in front of me."
"but……"
"I'm not 100% sure of your power."
"So, we can cooperate."
Prince Shwe-tai is so candid that he almost doesn't hide it.
Jason had no doubts about such candor.
Because, just now, he could sense malice and murderous intent.
Now?
But it disappeared quickly like ice and snow in summer.
"cooperate?"
Jason looked at the other person, waiting for the other person's answer.
Any cooperation is not empty talk.
Any cooperation is an exchange of interests.
To put it simply, if Prince Ruitai wants to cooperate, what can the other party offer and what does he have to pay?
Only by understanding these can we continue talking.
Otherwise, it is a waste of time.
"Hoffcrow said a lot, and it's mostly true."
"But what he doesn't know is that within the organization I am now in, there are not only visible enemies, but also invisible enemies - the latter is something I cannot even confirm."
"So, I need an ally of comparable strength."
Prince Ruitai said.
"Why should I help you?"
Jason asked knowingly.
Or……
Raise the price again.
Since Prince Ruitai has the confidence to say such words, Jason believes that the other party must have a price that he cannot refuse.
And Jason didn't mind knowing the answer in advance.
At the same time, increase the price as much as possible.
"I know where the true form of 'Shepherd' is."
"Whether it is the 'Shepherd' who is being hunted by 'Dan', or the 'Shepherd' who is eyeing the 'Herc's Potion', they are not his true form - he hides himself in a place that ordinary people cannot see.
A place you know.”
Prince Ruitai replied.
"Since it's something ordinary people don't know."
"Then why do you know?"
Jason asked rhetorically.
"Because, that was originally the place I... left as a 'retreat path'."
There was an imperceptible pause between Prince Ruitai's words.
Jason discovered it keenly.
'I'?
'us'?
I mean Prince Shwetai himself.
Who does ‘we’ refer to?
It can’t be a ‘shepherd’, right?
Jason guessed, and then asked calmly.
"Then why did it become the hiding place of the 'Shepherd'?"
"I arranged it."
"I think 'Shepherd' is a good bargaining chip. I don't know when it will be used, so I think I should keep him in my hands."
"Now?"
"It's time to use it."
The content of these words should have a hint of joking, but Prince Ruitai said it meticulously.
Suddenly, Jason had the impression that the other party wanted to tell a joke to bring the two parties closer, but because he couldn't tell jokes, it made the relationship between the two parties even more awkward.
"anything else?"
Jason continued to ask.
"besides?"
"Dragon blood 1000ml."
"Essential materials equivalent to six treasure-level props."
Prince Ruitai quoted his price.
Aside from the dragon's blood, the price of the previous transaction between Jason and Hofcrow was doubled.
"good."
Facing such a generous Prince Ruitai, Jason nodded in agreement.
No more price increases.
What he cares more about is the whereabouts of the 'Shepherd' body.
"Where is the 'Shepherd'?"
"exist……"
Jason didn't bargain, and neither did Prince Ruitai. Faced with Jason's inquiry, Prince Ruitai lowered his voice and said.
Jason was startled, with surprise in his eyes
He didn't expect the 'shepherd' to be there.
"You can check at any time that I didn't lie."
"But if you want to take action, I suggest you be fully prepared."
"Although the 'Shepherd''s strength is very ordinary, it always gives me a very strange feeling. If you want to take action, it is best to kill it with one blow."
"And the time cannot be seven days later."
"The funeral of Siwok VII is the time when I have a life-and-death showdown with those guys. I can't be sure who my enemies are. So, at that time, if there are people in my organization who accidentally attack me, please help me.
Stop it."
Prince Ruitai reminded him and gave the conditions.
"good."
Jason nodded.
"I'll have the things delivered later."
"besides……"
"Hoffcrow can't be trusted."
After speaking, Prince Ruitai, who was standing in the room, stepped back.
The whole person blends into the shadows.
Then, it disappeared.
It wasn't that the breath disappeared, nor was it sneaking or hiding, but the whole person really disappeared, disappearing from the basement.
"Teleport? Teleport?"
Jason narrowed his eyes.
Obviously, this should be some kind of secret technique.
Or simply the expertise within the opponent's special profession.
The former comes from the rich family fortune of the West Walker royal family.
the latter?
"Dragon blood?"
Jason thought silently in his heart.
As for Prince Shwe Thai’s final reminder?
Jason didn't take it to heart at all.
Hofcrow can't be trusted, that's right.
But can Prince Shwe Thai be trusted?
If he really trusted the other party, his funeral would probably be held in seven days.
Like Hofklo, Prince Reitai's words are half-truths and half-falsehoods.
Even, nine truths and one falsehood.
It seems that there is a heavy proportion of truth, but lies are the key.
By hiding this key, the true purpose of both people was concealed.
But, this has nothing to do with Jason.
As long as the news from the 'Shepherd' is true!
It would be even better to be able to replenish some food by the way.
Jason is very confident about this.
Neither Hofklo nor Prince Reitai would lie to him about the 'shepherd'.
This kind of lie that can be exposed immediately is completely unnecessary.
So, next...
Just wait!
Jason adjusted his mood.
While continuing to step up the 'adaptive transformation' of the 'real skill', we are waiting.
This wait did not last long.
The three pieces of treasure-level arcane materials promised by Hofkro were delivered here an hour later, along with a note.
The note read——
At night, the medicine was delivered.
careful.
After Jason read it, he raised his hand and burned the note.
He knew very well what this caution meant.
Nothing more than a ‘shepherd’.
"All these things are put in the basement?"
Matthew asked about the items placed in the living room.
Although they are all covered by boxes, as a former 'big thief', he does not need to look carefully. He only needs to stand aside and glance at them, or even smell them, to confirm their value.
Just like this box that required two adults to lift, his instinct told him that there was something valuable inside.
However, these things belong to Jason.
Matthew, who knew this clearly, naturally knew what he wanted to do.
Unless he doesn't want to live anymore, he can't be greedy for these things.
Although the fifth-level 'knight' is terrifying, he can still hide and escape by using various means.
And the fifth-level ‘Night Watchman’?
No!
No need for level five!
The [Hunting] of the fourth-level ‘Night Watch’ is enough to make him unable to escape.
Therefore, Matthew naturally knew what he should do.
And Rodney?
The fat information dealer has been frowning and thinking.
"What's wrong?"
Matthew asked.
"That person just now... I feel a little familiar. He seems to be a secret agent in the royal family."
Rodney frowned.
"Royalty?"
"How can it be?"
"How could Jason have contact with people from the royal family?"
"Why didn't you say that Jason also interacts with Prince Reitai's people?"
Matthew rolled his eyes, obviously not believing it.
Although Jason was wrongly accused, the relationship between Jason and the Siwok royal family has not changed. After all, the latter has always regarded him as the murderer of Siwok VII.
Under such a premise, how could it be possible to give something to Jason?
Rodney obviously knew this too.
Immediately, the fat man started laughing.
Just when he was about to say something——
Boom, boom.
There was a knock on the door.
A carriage stopped in front of No. 112 Zhengli Shu Street.
A man with his face covered stood outside the door.
"Who are you?"
Matthew asked.
"Send things."
The man said and waved his hand.
Immediately, two young and strong men began to move things into No. 112 Zhengli Shu Street.
After the three boxes were placed next to the previous box, the masked man handed the suitcase in his hand to Matthew and said in a low voice: "Please hand it over to Sir Jason yourself."
After saying that, the man whose face was covered turned around and left.
Matthew, on the other hand, froze on the spot.
Not the box in your hand.
It was the person who gave him the box.
If you were far away, the other party's cover would be enough to hide it from everyone's eyes, but if you were so close, Matthew, who was once a 'big thief', could see through the other party's disguise.
Even though he had a face scarf and a fake beard, Matthew still recognized that the other person was the head of the entourage of Prince Ruitai.
He has seen each other.
And because of the identity of the other party, he will remember it firmly.
Naturally, it was not me who was sending something in such a serious manner as the other party.
It can only represent...
Prince Shwetai!
Thinking of this, Matthew turned around and looked at Rodney who was also stunned.
Obviously, this fat information dealer also recognized the other party's identity.
While recognizing the other party's identity, Rodney also confirmed the identity of the previous sender.
The other party is really from the West Walker royal family.
First, the people from the West Walker royal family.
Then came Prince Shwe Thai's people.
The two parties are obviously incompatible, so why are they both sending things to Jason?
Rodney, who thought he was smart, felt that his brain was not enough at this time.
Matthew asked in a low voice.
"We don't have to run away, right?"
"No."
Rodney said with certainty.
Although I don't know what happened, it seems that the crisis has passed.
call!
Matthew let out a long sigh.
That's ease.
But immediately he looked complicated.
"What's wrong?"
Seeing Matthew's appearance, Rodney couldn't help but ask.
"I think I chose the wrong industry."
"'Big Thief' or something like that, when I was young, it felt cool."
"However, Sir Jason's 'Night Watch' is what makes people feel even more admirable."
Matthew said slowly.
Rodney smiled.
The fat information dealer shook his finger and said: "There is no strongest 'profession', only the strongest person - the strongest one is just Mr. Jason, it has nothing to do with profession."
"Of course, I don't mean to disparage the 'Night Watch' in any way."
"To this day, it remains one of the most admirable professions I know."
Looking at Rodney who then made amends, Matthew curled his lips.
"Your shameless look is very consistent with your profession."
"I've never seen such a cautious guy like you."
"Only by being cautious can you live longer."
"Okay, let's move things."
Rodney said.
As he spoke, he twisted his fat body into action.
Matthew followed.
After the two people left the basement, Jason opened the portable suitcase.
A silver container contains 1000ml of dragon's blood.
Before taking a closer look, just by picking it up, Jason could see that the entire silver container was filled with high temperature, as if the entire silver container was about to melt.
And when I unscrewed the cork, the burning heat hit my face.
It's like standing in front of a coal fire.
Jason smelled it and found it had a spicy smell, but there was no 'adding'.
that's enough.
Picking up the silver container, Jason drank it all in one gulp.
Immediately, your mouth is filled with spicy and salty aroma.
It's a bit like boiled meat soup.
It's also a bit like boiled fish soup.
Jason finished the drink before he could taste it.
[Swallowing dragon blood (high quality)]
[Excessive recovery of physical strength, energy, and injuries!]
[Satiety +600]
【Satiety: 30056】
【Excitement of eating +10】
【The excitement of eating:516】
…
Jason smacked his lips, a little unfinished.
The taste of dragon's blood is naturally good, and the satiety and excitement of eating are enough to explain it all.
However, the rumored effect of dragon blood did not appear.
For example: attribute increase.
Or, trigger magic talents, etc.
Obviously, there is only one answer.
That means there is not enough dragon blood.
However, this is only temporary.
after……
Not only dragon blood, but also dragon meat, dragon crystal, etc.
Rumble!
Thinking of the delicious food, Jason's stomach began to roar with hunger, and his saliva began to secrete. Without hesitation, Jason opened the box containing the secret materials. After checking that there were no problems, he stuffed it into his mouth.
.
"This is like grilled gluten."
"This is a bit like grilled squid."
"This is grilled sausage."
"Hmm...does the octopus want meatballs?"
"Hey, this actually tastes like fried crispy pork!"
"This is good, it's vanilla ice cream!"
"This is okay too, stinky tofu!"
A lot of priceless secret arts materials entered Jason's stomach bit by bit.
The satiety level and the excitement of eating began to increase rapidly.
And time passes by bit by bit.
Soon, it got dark.
Jason wiped his mouth and stood up, taking a look at his current satiety and excitement.
【Satiety: 39211】
【The excitement of eating:591】
…
An unexpected 'additional meal' brought a surge in satiety and excitement.
But, that's not all.
There is also a ‘snack’ on the way.
However, this time, compared to this 'extra meal', Jason is more looking forward to the people this 'extra meal' can attract.
call!
Jason took a deep breath.
The familiar smell of food appeared faintly on the tip of his nose.
That's the smell of 'Herc's Potion'.
It was different from the therapeutic medicine he had taken.
This time the potion is more mellow.
It's like plum sauce and crispy roast pork covered in plum sauce.
