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Chapter 84
Chapter 84 The Path to the Underworld
Shane, a highly skilled diviner with an excellent reputation in Howard City, was wealthy and well- connected. He was a man of high standing. Yet, despite his success, he was dissatisfied with his current situation. His goal was to secure everlasting prosperity for his descendants, so he had set his sights on finding the perfect geomancy burial site for himself.
In pursuit of his objective, he had spent three years traveling extensively, searching for promising burial grounds. His perseverance had finally paid off when he stumbled upon a genuine dragon den just a month
ago!
Given the elusive nature of these mythical creatures, genuine dragon dens were exceptionally rare and challenging to locate. Throughout history, only individuals of great wealth, such as nobles and high- ranking officials, managed to uncover these prized locations.
Shane was thrilled and promptly arranged to purchase the entire mountain range to construct his tomb there for the benefit of future generations. However, he never anticipated that on the second day of excavation, an abyss was unearthed just ten meters away! Suddenly, a black fog emerged and rose to the sky, while a fierce storm with thunder and lightning raged for several hours before eventually subsiding. He became aware that something was amiss and resolved to divine the situation. The results of his divination struck terror deep into his core, revealing that the hole he had uncovered was the Path to the Underworld! Throughout history, the opening of this path had always been accompanied by chaos and calamity.
Shane was filled with dread upon realizing the magnitude of the calamity he had brought onto himself, and he could not bring himself to confide in anyone. Instead, he hoped to postpone the inevitable disaster for as long as possible. However, when his divination revealed that a noble individual would come to his aid, he took a significant risk and sought out William. After hearing Shane’s plight, William remained silent, lost in thought.
The jade pendant’s inheritance went far beyond just witchcraft formations. It also contained miscellaneous writings that provided detailed information about the Path to the Underworld. This path was typically a barrier that formed due to the accumulated resentment following many deaths at a particular location over a short period. Essentially, it was like a gateway to hell or the underworld. Once this path was opened, demonic creatures frequently took advantage of the opportunity to sow chaos and destruction in the world.
Over the years, a Path to the Underworld would form whenever a significant conflict or upheaval occurred in the Kingdom of Igneus. Such a phenomenon occurred during the Yellow Turban Rebellion in Corynthea Dynasty, the epidemic in Perou, the war involving the Crusades, and the Cuwhan Rebellion, among other events. When a new dynasty was established, the first thing they would typically do was seal off the Path to the Underworld and restore peace to the world. Unfortunately, Shane had likely accidentally unsealed the Path to the Underworld and caused a catastrophic disaster.
Observing William’s silence, Shane promptly asked, “Do you have a solution, Mr. Barrett?”
With a furrowed brow, William responded, “Sealing the Path to the Underworld demands the mobilization of the entire nation and the cooperation of many capable individuals. What could I possibly do?”
Shane’s face went pale as he insisted, “But according to the divination, you might have a solution.” Content property of NôvelDra/ma.Org.
William sneered. “Your divination skills are not quite up to par.”
Shane let out a soft sigh. “It seems that my fate is sealed after all”
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Chapter 84 The Path to the Underworld
After a brief silence, William asked, “Where can the Path to the Underworld be found?”
Shane provided a detailed response. “In Norham. To be exact, it’s located south of Mount New Norham.”
After a brief pause, William said, “I can provide you with a solution, but I do not wish to be implicated in the aftermath. Your success or failure rests solely on your fate.”
Shane’s face lit up with excitement as he eagerly asked. “Please tell me, sir!”
William answered a moment later, “To suppress the Path to the Underworld, you need to obtain a relic from a sage of any of the three philosophical schools of thought. Once you have acquired it, I can instruct you on how to use it.”
Shane asked. “Sir, how long can it be suppressed?”
To which William replied, “It can last for a hundred years without any problems as long as no one intentionally destroys it. What happens after a century is for future generations to handle.”
Then, Shane stood up promptly and bowed deeply to William, expressing his gratitude. “Thank your guidance, sir!”
you for
William stated. “Your appreciation won’t suffice for my consultation fee. It will be exactly three million, not a penny less.”
Shane smiled. “Of course.”
He called Zachary over and issued a check for three million as payment for William’s consultation, which was a generous amount.
Without looking back, William left as soon as he accepted the check. He had no intention of getting involved in the matter of the Path to the Underworld, as even the slightest misstep could result in great
sin.
However, he knew he still had to venture to the Path to the Underworld to search for treasure.
After leaving the hospital, William received a call from Elsa, who informed him that she and Colleen were on their way to Justford. He had planned to bring them along to Justford, but due to his rushed departure, it had not been possible. Therefore, he had contacted Elsa the previous day and requested them to come to Justford today.
At around 3.00PM, William tasked Jason to pick up Elsa and Colleen from the train station. Subsequently, they drove straight to One Prosperity. The villa had undergone renovations long ago, and after some cleaning, it looked as good as new.
The moment they arrived at the villa, they were greeted by William, who was already waiting for them. It was his first time visiting the place, and he found the surroundings quite pleasing, living up to its name of One Prosperity. Elsa was in awe upon seeing the villa and asked, “William, is this your house?”
William replied, “Yes, it is. You and Mrs. Limsey will be living here from now on. It would be a waste if it
remains vacant.”
Colleen quickly protested, “No, we couldn’t live in such a big house. The maintenance cost alone must be quite substantial.”
He smiled and reassured them, “Don’t worry. The maintenance cost has already been calculated since we
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got the keys. We can’t save on that. Plus, it’s easier for a house to be in good condition if people live there.”
After sharing a look with her mother, Elsa hesitantly spoke, “William, I still think it’s unsuitable. The house is too big. It would be better to rent it out, and we’ll find somewhere else to live.”
William said. “Elsa, we’ve already signed the contract. You’ll live here if I say so.”
After a brief pause, she offered, “Then… Perhaps my mom and I could stay temporarily and help you look after the house.”
“Alright, then. Please get ready because you’ll start school in a few days.”
He had a plan for Elsa, who used to study at Bernard Music School but had taken a leave of absence due to her mother’s unemployment. The plan was for Elsa to return to school soon and pursue her dream.
As night fell, William joined Brandon for some drinks, and when he arrived at Brandon’s house, he found. Sheldon present as well. Sheldon, the mayor of Justford, had been a critical factor in helping Brandon and Kane establish themselves in the town.
“Hey, William! Finally, you’re here. I’ve been waiting for you for half a day,” Sheldon said with a laugh.
“Please have a seat, William,” said Brandon. The hot dishes will be ready soon. Let’s enjoy a few drinks while we wait. He then retrieved a bottle of aged white wine, and its fragrant aroma filled the room as soon as he opened it.
William’s eyes lit up as he exclaimed, “This wine has such a wonderful fragrance!”
Brandon chuckled and replied, “It’s a hundred–year–old anthentic brew and absolutely pure. It’s not like the blended wines you find in the market.
Sheldon, however, took the bottle from Brandon’s hand and exclaimed, “Let me pour William a glass myself.”
He filled William’s glass to the brim with the potent liquor rising slightly above the rim but not spilling over. The three men lifted their glasses and downed almost half the contents in one gulp, relishing the
Laste.
William exclaimed, “This is a great wine! It must be worth several hundred bottles of century–old brew, right?”
Sheldon replied, “More or less. The century–old brew in the market costs over twelve thousand per bottle. A mouthful of this is worth a few thousand.”
“If we’re talking about wine, this is the real deal, Brandon remarked. “Kane helped me acquire twelve bottles, so I’ll give you six later.”
Sheldon’s eyes widened as he asked, “Brandon, aren’t you planning to give me one bottle?”
Brandon elaborated, “You can have the rest of the bottle if there’s any left after we finish drinking.”
Sheldon was at a loss for words. The bottle of wine would have been emptied by then! Brandon is so stingy!
Putting jokes aside, he got straight to the point and said, “William, you have exceptional medical skills. Even Brandon speaks highly of you.”
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“Sheldon, you’re being too kind,” William replied.
Sheldon chuckled and continued, “I came here today to request your assistance.”
“What’s the matter, Sheldon?” William said, setting down his glass.
Sheldon stated, “Matthew mentioned Old Mr. Huber to you the other day, right? He was supposed to stay in Kreim Capital for a few days, but his health suddenly worsened. So, he might have to return to Justford the day after tomorrow. So, I’m here to request your assistance to check his condition in advance
tomorrow.”
As William and Matthew had discussed this matter, he replied promptly, “Certainly. I can do that,”
Sheldon smiled and said, “Thank you so much, William!”
William was aware of Simeon’s significance, so he inquired, “If I successfully treat Old Mr. Huber, what advantages would it bring to the Cromwell Family?”
“By curing Old Mr. Huber, we could gain his support for the Cromwell Family: Brandon smiled. “It would not only allow Matthew to advance further, but it could also open up limitless opportunities for Sheldon to soar to greater heights.”
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