Chapter 140:

In the message, Aelfric said, “I’ve opened a branch of Doomsday Base in Blebert by King’s order. The preparations are now complete. I’ve heard from King that you’re currently in the city. Would you like to come and take a look?”

Marissa was taken aback. She couldn’t fathom why King had suddenly decided to establish a Doomsday Base branch in Blebert. After a brief pause, she sent a message to King. “Hey, Old Peacock, isn’t a large tropical island enough for you? What prompted you to open a Doomsday Base branch in Blebert?”

Zyair’s response came quickly. “Watch your tone, young lady. Have you forgotten who your mentor is?”

Marissa replied, “Explain why you’ve opened a branch in Blebert. If it’s because you don’t have enough money to spend, just let me know. You don’t have to work so hard at your age.”

Zyair was known for his extravagant spending on clothes and wine, indulging in luxuries that most could only dream of affording even with relentless work. That was how he got his nickname, Old Peacock

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savored fine wine with every meal, his coffers would remain amply stocked. Zyair replied with a

the hassle of running a branch? Just visit, and I’ll take care of everything. There’s

mischief-maker. You should keep an eye

do

difficult to pin down a date right now. I’m tied up

set out. I’ll secure a spacious villa for you, stocked with the finest wines

a wealthy apprentice is a blessing! I’ve skirted bankruptcy for most of my life, but now, in my old age, I get to live in luxury. I sure

send over the address.

added, “I’ll be there waiting for you, chief instructor. I also have some new students I’d like

responded, “Okay.” She then pocketed her

quickly discerned Aelfric’s underlying intentions. He had likely influenced King to open a Doomsday Base branch in Blebert, using it strategically to bolster

was ostensibly a branch of Doomsday Base, but with King distant and her own inability to remain in Blebert for an extended period, the

her goodbyes to the Sanchez family, she exited the hospital. As they

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