Eternal Thief

Chapter 1281 Generosity or Motive?

Vincent grimaced and winced his brows when he heard Bernardʼs tactless words. Of all the Grand Elders, Vincent was most wary of Bernard because this old man was the youngest among the Grand Elders and the most ambitious.

When the bank fiasco happened, Vincent was glad Bernard wasnʼt here; otherwise, he wouldnʼt have been as cooperative as Edwin and Inez. But now that Bernard is here, and despite knowing that Vincentʼs position at this moment in the sect is extremely strong, he still dares to speak up.

Furthermore, Vincent knew that Bernard was the most unwilling one to discuss Aceʼs going to the King Sect, and Vincent had already expected Bernard to try making a move with Eleanor.

However, thinking at this point and glancing at Eleanor, who had this strange look in her eyes.

A peculiar light flashed past his eyes as he thought, ʼOld fool, if youʼre trying to play a trick on that girl just because sheʼs young, then you can only blame yourself for not having eyes!ʼ His expression eased, and his lips rose slightly in a cold smile. He remained silent as if he was going to watch a great show.

It wasnʼt just Vincent; Edwin and Inez also had the same thoughts as Vincent since they had seen Eleanorʼs interaction with Norman. Chester was Bernardʼs loyal supporter, so he was excited when he thought Bernard was going to make a move. ”Speak and make it quick.” Eleanor dismissively looked at Bernard.

Bernard quickly became happy and didnʼt mind Eleanorʼs change in tone. He only thought it was normal for her to show courtesy to the Sect. Master, and she might not know his identity.

Furthermore, he already knew that Eleanor was a Quasi-Lord, so she was far stronger than him, so he didnʼt dare expect anything here.

Taking a deep breath, Bernard bowed and respectfully said, ”Your Excellency, this old man has a very talented great-grandson in my clan with dual runic talent and excellent virtues.

”You might not know this, but my great-grandson was also a nominal legacy inheritor of Forger Abyss just like George... I mean, Alan and his talent might not be lost to him by much. So, I was wondering if he could join our human raceʼs King Sect so he could serve his race!”

When Vincent heard Bernard comparing Nathaniel to Ace, his expression was

somewhat comical, as if he was suppressing his laughter. Even Edwin and Inez looked strangely at Bernard.

After all, only these three knew about Aceʼs terrifying bloodline. Under the Guardian Spiritʼs ʼpersuasion, they even signed Law Contracts to keep it a secret so Bernard and Chester didnʼt know about it all.

However, what Vincent and the two Grand Elders didnʼt know was that Eleanor also knew. Although she knew a different version of this bloodline, she still knew. According to what she knew and personally witnessed, Aceʼs specialty wasnʼt just dual runic talent at all; he was a natural spy, assassin, or even thief.

But Eleanor also canʼt tell anyone, and she will not even if there wasnʼt a law contract between her and Ace since revealing it would only give away her advantage.

Still, a dual runic talent was rare, and if she hadnʼt already recruited Ace, she mightʼve given Bernard a chance, but now she wasnʼt that interested.

Eleanor smiled faintly behind her veil as she said, ”If thatʼs the case, then how about this...the Sun and Moon King Valley opens its gates every fifty years, and the top ten second-grade sects under our domain will send their best disciples to take the valley recruitment test.

”But there are only a hundred spots, and let me tell you, over ten thousand talented disciples always took part in it, including around a hundred dual runic talents.

”I can give the AIG Sect three spots. Whether they can pass the test and join the valley will depend on their own skills. What do you think?”

Not only Bernard but even Vincent was shocked when he heard this since they clearly had no idea about this at all. After all, the AIG Sect could be considered a mid-tier second-grade sect at most, so they naturally wonʼt be given an invitation or any quota for such an event.

Furthermore, a month ago, they didnʼt even know that the Spirit Inferno Domain considered the Sun and Moon King Valleyʼs lands. But now, Eleanor was giving them three spots, which shouldnʼt have been possible normally.

Vincent was now sure that there was someone more behind Eleanorʼs generosity, or she wouldnʼt have been so kind. But he still didnʼt understand what she was after, and all the clues led to Ace.

ʼMaybe she fell in love with him? Or did she want to create a bridge between the bank and her sect by using us?ʼ Vincent thought.

Bernard replied quickly, his eyes filled with joy, ”Thatʼs enough, Your Excellency. I couldnʼt ask for more. You have our AIG Sectʼs eternal gratitude!”

The other three Grand Elders were also thrilled since three spots meant they could also select disciples from their clans. They never expected that Bernard would succeed, instead getting humiliated, so they had no choice but to admit Bernard had given the entire sect a huge favor, Maybe this was also the chance for the AIG Sect to rise!

”Donʼt celebrate too soon. Even after I gave you the three slots, you still need to reach the Sun and Moon King Valley, which is very, very far away from the Spirit Inferno Domain, and the path is riddled with dangers.

”Furthermore, the recruitment will start in three years, and if you hurry over now, you may reach in time. Consider this another test from me,” Eleanor revealed, instantly stifling the happy atmosphere.

Bernard and others panicked slightly before they all looked at Eleanor, and their eyes lit up.

”Donʼt even think about it.” Eleanor coldly spoke before they could, as she had guessed what these old foxes were thinking, ”I wonʼt help you take your disciples back except for giving you a map. Donʼt be greedy, or you might lose everything. Now, you all may go back except for Sect Master, Iʼll leave the details to him.”

The Grand Elders smiled stiffly with a hint of embarrassment when Eleanor easily saw through their thoughts, so they could only give up and quickly left after thanking her

profusely.

”Forgive those senile seniors of mine if they offended you, Miss. They wonʼt know when to stop.” Vincent stated apologetically.

Eleanor chuckled, ”The old men back home are also like them, so donʼt worry; Iʼm used

to it. Now, shall we?”

Vincent narrowed his eyes slightly, smiled amiably, and nodded, ”Then I have to

trouble you, miss.”

Eleanorʼs smile widened as she couldnʼt help but subtly glance at the side before she

said, ”No trouble at all. Iʼm just making sure the AIG Sect is taken care of after what itʼs

been through!”