The Man's Decree

But now, astonishingly, Jared seemed to recognize the blood emerald. Moreover, it looked like a single blood emerald was far from enough to satisfy Jared.

However, even Carlo, as a senior elder of the Duad Formation Sect, had only one blood emerald.

“Of course not,” he said, “This blood emerald is merely a down payment. Once you’ve assisted me in becoming the leader of Duad Formation Sect, I can give you ten more of these blood emeralds. How does that sound?” Carlo tentatively asked.

Jared shook his head. “I still feel it’s somewhat risky.”

“What exactly do you want? Our sect only has a handful of blood emeralds, around a dozen or so. Isn’t giving you ten enough?” Carlo was growing anxious.

Upon seeing Carlo’s demeanor, Jared knew that Carlo wasn’t one to lie. It appeared that Duad Formation Sect really only had a dozen or so blood emeralds.

him

the core essence of your sect’s arcane array. Don’t tell me that a sect as big as

Carlo slightly relaxed and said, “So you’re after the divine

I want the divine markings of your sect.” Jared

of Duad Formation Sect. He was merely testing the waters, yet unexpectedly, Carlo spilled the beans

them, that’s up to

about that, all you need

nonsensically with Carlo. He appeared to be full of confidence, but in reality, Jared had no

in becoming the leader of Duad Formation Sect, our sect will undoubtedly form a lasting alliance with your Violet Flame Sect, ensuring mutual

seem like a coward. Why were you so scared back

flashed a smile. “If I didn’t show fear, and even acted tough, would you still lock me

spot. How could I possibly spare

could we have ended up collaborating today? Initially, I came to assist Harlan on my own accord. I was also secretly collaborating with him. He promised to help me secure the position of the leader of Duad Formation Sect. But who would have guessed that this guy would let me down and actually get beaten by you, so I had no choice

afraid that I might