Maria’s panic intensified, causing her to instinctively take a step back, nervously questioning, “Who… Who are you… How do you know me?”

Jagoan snorted and replied, “What? Are you still pretending? Come, let me show you something!”

With those words, he retrieved the ring, which had started jumping again, from his pocket.

Playing her part convincingly, Maria displayed an even more startled expression and exclaimed, “Why do you have that ring? Give it back to me immediately!”

She lunged forward, attempting to snatch it from Jagoan’s hand.

Frowning, Jagoan observed Maria’s reaction. It seemed that she truly had no recollection of him, their encounter, or the ring.

She didn’t remember him saving her, nor did she recall giving him the ring willingly. However, Jagoan didn’t want to jump to conclusions.

Holding the ring aloft, he stated coldly, “You gave me this ring with your own hands. Do you want to admit it, or do you genuinely not remember?”

“Impossible!” Maria angrily retorted, “This ring is an heirloom passed down to me by my father! I’ve always cherished it as a treasure, and I would never have given it to you! You must have stolen it from me. Are you a member of the Warriors Den?”

Upon hearing her mention the Warriors Den, Jagoan grew even more perplexed. He couldn’t determine if Maria’s actions were genuine or part of an elaborate ruse. To probe further, he infused a surge of reiki into Maria’s mind, using a greater amount than usual.

Maria sensed a surge of spiritual energy entering her spiritual sea, but it had no effect on her thoughts. Nevertheless, she continued to cooperate, appearing calm as she gazed at Jagoan with vacant eyes.

Feeling that he should be safe after using a larger amount of aura, Jagoan questioned, “Do you still remember who I am?”

Maria shook her head.

Jagoan pressed further, “Have you ever seen me before?”

Maria mumbled, “I haven’t…”

Jagoan continued, “Do you recall the incident when you were nearly killed in Northern Europe?”

“I remember

urged, “Tell me what

my memory was lost. I don’t know why I fell into a coma and woke up later. By that time, most of the people around

that the Warriors Den will hunt you down. Why did you choose

and the more people around, the more inconspicuous I would become. So, I chose to go to a place with a large population and change my identity. It allows me to hide in plain sight and

did you specifically choose Aurous Hill? Why Aurous Hill

“I decided to come to Aurous Hill because my grandfather has influential

inquired, “Who is

is Larry Cole,

had encountered this name multiple times during his time as a transfer student at

that Larry had made significant donations to the university, contributing to its rapid development. Larry’s story had become a part

surprise evident in his voice, Jagoan asked, “What is

without hesitation, “My real

Cole, while your surname is Clark.

Northern Europe, I sought refuge with him and asked for his help to ensure my safety. To

inquired further, “Then why did you choose the

my identity and ensure my own security. Among the various subjects offered at Aurous Hill University, archaeology is the only one that truly interests me. I

remained skeptical, the ring in his hand trembling once

father. Before he departed, he entrusted it to me, urging me to keep it safe and prevent it from

why did you give me

must be mistaken. I would never

your father. What was his name? What did he do? Where was he born

and passed away in southern Yunnan. As for his occupation, I am uncertain. All

within him, Jagoan probed further, “Why are you and the Warriors Den

blank expression, “I don’t

and continued his questioning, “Since you arrived in Aurous Hill, have you seen

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