Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 386: Chapter 386 Prosthetic Eye (19)_1

“Nonsense, although we did indeed visit that area yesterday, Li Min was with me the whole time. Where would she have found the time to kill someone?”

In the room, Fu Qian listened to Rachel’s roar with an expressionless face, clearly quite unhappy.

Having just returned with Roland, he quickly realized that the ritual trio had been waiting for them already.

News of Teresa’s death had come, and Roland had gathered everyone together.

After a quick explanation of the situation, the reactions of those present were undoubtedly quite intense.

“The Night Watchman reported that Teresa likely died from sustained burning.”

Roland didn’t mind being showered with Rachel’s spittle as he spoke deliberately slowly.

“You don’t need to be too agitated, I’m just asking you about the situation. I’m not saying it was definitely Li Min who did it.”

“After all, there are many ways to achieve a similar effect.”

Hmph!

Rachel’s head turned sharply to one side.

Clearly, even the slightest suspicion of her close friend was too much for her to take.

“So the Night Watchman’s meaning is that Teresa’s death is related to the incident at the Stone Tower?”

Shang Shiming, on the other hand, furrowed his brow, carefully choosing his words.

Obviously, such an unexpected turn of events was completely out of his expectations.

“They must indeed have their suspicions.”

Roland narrowed his eyes as he looked at Shang Shiming.

“After all, it’s too coincidental, though I personally do not believe in such conjecture.”

The Stone Tower collapsed right after Shang Shiming had people perform a ritual there; it was impossible not to make any associations.

But Roland had pointedly not asked directly, making it clear he wasn’t interested in delving deeper.

It made sense, after all, considering his past actions, toppling a tower hardly counted as a heinous crime.

“Indeed… But with Teresa’s strength, it wouldn’t be easy to kill her, and the motive is also truly baffling.”

Shang Shiming could understand the implication in Roland’s words and quickly shifted the topic.

Roland gave him a look, knowing that he still wished to clear Li Min’s name.

Strong as Li Min was, she was at the peak of the Seventh Phase; to assert that she had killed Teresa was indeed a bit hard to believe.

But regardless, Teresa’s death had to be thoroughly investigated.

On one hand, to appease the Night Watchman, and on the other, for everyone’s safety.

An existence that could easily kill Middle Tier Transcendents and calmly escape from the Night Watchman’s pursuit.

Without clear motives, it was enough to keep the entire Transcendent community of Posey up at night.

“It’s okay, the Night Watchman just wants us to assist in the investigation. I will clarify the initial findings later. You all should be cautious recently, and also…”

Roland paused for a moment, then turned his head to look at Li Min.

She had been pursing her lips since the beginning, silent throughout, not even trying to defend herself.

“Miss Li, regarding the issue you raised earlier, I have some leads now.”

Leads?

Li Min, who had been deep in thought, clearly didn’t expect such a sharp turn in the conversation. She was startled at first, then her spirits lifted.

“Indeed, there is someone who has mastered a ritual similar to the one you requested and is willing to share. He asked me to bring you to him.”

Roland said, looking at Li Min.

“Is it a Transcendent from the meetings?”

Before Li Min could say anything, Rachel asked with some hesitation.

“Sort of, but you’ve never seen him, as he rarely appears.”

“The content of the main gatherings is simply too trivial for him,” Roland explained.

“So powerful… Can I come along?”

Rachel nearly pursued without hesitation.

“No!”

However, Roland flatly refused her request, leaving no room for negotiation.

Just as she was about to say something else, Roland suddenly paused, as if listening to something.

Seconds later, Roland looked at the four people with a strange expression.

“He wants all of you to go over now.”

All of us?

Fu Qian watched the situation unfold with a smile that wasn’t quite a smile.

Behind Roland, indeed, there was an even more central figure.

…

“This is the place. You may call him Mr. Claudio.”

In silence, the group followed Roland into a delicately arranged courtyard.

Roland gestured for everyone to follow him and went straight ahead to open a door.

Inside was an old man they had never seen before, with undistinguished looks but impeccably dressed, even sporting a black top hat, exuding the air of an old-fashioned gentleman.

This was Mr. Claudio?

Fu Qian eyed the utterly serious top hat.

He had developed a bit of an allergy to these things; seeing them prompted the urge to scratch his head.

Yet, the person before him truly felt quite extraordinary.

It was clear that, although this man’s aura was strong, he was probably not a Demigod.

At the same time, he seemed to exude a peculiar feeling, as if every move he made had a profound influence on his surroundings.

“You’ve arrived.”

Claudio nodded slightly to Roland to indicate for the group to sit next to him.

Shang Shiming and the others seemed to sense the grave atmosphere, including the rebellious Rachel, who carefully took her seat.

“I’ve heard about Teresa’s incident,” Claudio said as he observed the group.

“It’s a great pity; Teresa was a very gifted Transcendent.”

“There’s no doubt that Posey is under some sort of shadowy threat.”

“But you don’t need to worry too much. Just quietly go about your own business, and trust in the Night Watchman.”

Claudio started with reassurance then turned to Li Min.

“Welcome to Posey. I’ve already heard about your previous requests from Roland.”

“I’ve asked you here because I happen to have a ceremony to share.”

“Thank you so much!”

Facing this stroke of fortune, Li Min managed to stay composed, sincerely thanking Claudio.

“Don’t mention it. It’s meaningful for me to let an insight meet the right person,” Claudio said as he snapped his fingers. Li Min’s body shook, momentarily bewildered.

Was he starting just like that?

The air suddenly grew quiet, and all eyes converged on Li Min’s face.

After a moment, Li Min exhaled deeply and returned to normal.

“I understand, but might this be a bit—”

“The nature of Transcendent ceremonies is indeed like this. Of course, during sensitive times, you could consider how to minimize the impact,” Claudio said, interrupting her midway. It seemed he understood her concern and responded promptly.

Li Min was someone who wouldn’t hesitate even when helping to dismantle the Stone Tower; could this new ceremony contain some content that was even more inappropriate?

Although both of them spoke somewhat ambiguously, Fu Qian listened thoughtfully from the side.