Eternal Thief

Chapter 1242: Prime Heavenly Bank Branch!

The Ambrosia Wine Sanctuary was recommended to Ace by Freya when he informed her about her arrival and permitted her to start her plan.

At first, he didnʼt think much about it, but after discovering the population and prestige of the Ambrosia Wine Sanctuary and tasting the Everlasting Ambrosia, he was convinced and even wanted to raid the Ambrosia Wine Sanctuaryʼs entire wine collection.

However, he decided against it because, despite the Ambrosia Wine Sanctuaryʼs mysterious background and unknown power dynamic, its wealth and prestige were still lacking in comparison to the Prime Heavenly Bank.

Furthermore, this was a good place to gather information, and now that he saw the Yin Yang Formation Guardian Sect here, Ace was fully alert. After hearing people talk about them, he was sure that the AIG sect and the YYFG Sect were more like enemies than rivals.

The people of Spirit Inferno Domain seemed to loathe the people of Everchanging Domain, and he could guess that it was also the case on the side.

Although he didnʼt know what past these two sects had, he knew that once this decade-long gathering started between them, heʼd be dragged into it because he was the sect masterʼs disciple. At least in everyoneʼs eyes, and according to what everyone knew, he was in seclusion.

Furthermore, Vincent had already told him that heʼd have to follow his command in order to deal with the four clans, and this chance was one of those that could greatly weaken the four clansʼ status.

But after he saw the YYFG Sect people here and heard that there were still five months before the meeting started, and this city was also under the control of the Norberg Clan, he was sure that something was not right.

Nonetheless, Ace didnʼt have the luxury of distraction, and the decade meeting couldnʼt compare to what he was about to do. Not to mention, if he succeeded, that meeting might not have happened at all!

Ace remained in the Ambrosia Wine Sanctuary for the whole afternoon, enjoying the Everlasting Ambrosia while listening to gossip and any events happening in the Spirit Inferno Domain.

In the evening, exiting the Ambrosia Wine Sanctuary, Ace adjusted his lavish crimson robes, the golden embroidery catching the glimmer of the cityʼs light. He deliberately wore this outfit because he wanted to appear like a wealthy scion of a sect.

As he walked down the bustling streets of the Northern Guardian Sect City, the murmur of cultivators and merchants echoed around him. His eyes held a glint of anticipation as he made his way towards his next destination-the Prime Heavenly Bank Branch.

The Prime Heavenly Bank Branch loomed ahead, its colossal structure standing as a testament to power and wealth. It was a towering building, crafted from pure white marble and reinforced with shimmering silver runes that reflected the light, making the entire structure gleam like a beacon in the city.

Statues of auspicious beasts, signifying protection and prosperity, flanked the entrance, while massive golden doors embossed with intricate patterns displayed the Prime Heavenly Bankʼs insignia—a white coin surrounded by swirling energies, with the symbol ʼPrimeʼ engraved in it.

As Ace approached the bank, he paused momentarily to admire its grandeur. The Prime Heavenly Bank symbolized stability and prestige in the Mortal Ascension Heaven.

Spirit Coins, the currency introduced by the bank, had become the standard across the realm, and everyone long ago-from rogue cultivators to influential sect members-relied on it for transactions. The bankʼs influence spread far and wide, and its reputation was unassailable despite its humiliating history with the Nightfall Ravenhood.

Besides the Spirit Coins, the Prime Heavenly Bank offered many services beyond currency exchange. Cultivators flocked to its branches to trade spirit coins for treasures, spirit stones, and spirit crystals or even to open personal vaults where they could safely store their most prized possessions.

The bank guaranteed the security of these items, charging a modest fee that was trivial compared to the immense wealth cultivators amassed. It was widely known that any item held within the Prime Heavenly Bankʼs vaults was as secure as if it were sealed in an impenetrable fortress.

Furthermore, the bankʼs policy was a point of intrigue and practicality. If a cultivator met an untimely demise or misfortune, their wealth wasnʼt lost. If someone possessed the deceasedʼs unique bank identity medallion, they could claim the items stored in their vaults.

This practice not only ensured that a cultivatorʼs assets didnʼt go to waste but also added a layer of strategy and caution, as these medallions often became valuable and sought-after items themselves.

Ace grinned as he reached the towering golden doors, which were opened for everyone. Many cultivators were going in and out, and surprisingly, there werenʼt any guards. From Aceʼs experience, he instantly guessed this building was also a treasure building.

ʼThis is going to be a problem...ʼ Ace mused as he continued.

He entered the grand hall of the bank. The interior was even more magnificent than the exterior-polished floors of black obsidian, enchanted chandeliers that emitted a soft blue glow, and walls lined with priceless tapestries depicting the bankʼs glorious history.

Numerous counters stretched along the sides of the hall, each manned by bank members dressed in uniform white robes. Uniquely, the lower-ranking members wore smooth, expressionless masks, concealing their identities.

It was a measure that intrigued many ensuring that no one could recognize or trace them outside their duties and guaranteeing the anonymity and neutrality of the bankʼs staff. This anonymity was part of the bankʼs mystique, fostering an aura of impartiality and trust.

Aceʼs gaze swept over the bustling activity inside the bank. Cultivators of varying ranks and appearances stood in line, some exchanging spirit stones, others depositing treasures, while a few signed contracts to secure vaults.

The air was filled with the hum of activity, the clinking of spirit coins, and the faint whispers of deals being made.

Aceʼs eyes flickered with a hint of greed as he moved further inside, blending seamlessly into the crowd. He had a plan in mind—a heist that only he could pull off.

With a confident stride, he approached the reception counter, ready to make his next move. He was fully aware that the bankʼs reputation was as much a challenge as it was an opportunity!

At this moment, Ace also issued a command to the system, ”System, Iʼll use one of the thievery changes on this branch of the Prime Heavenly Bank. Please start making the Treasure Blueprint!”