At this moment, Blue Sea and Adam, standing beside him, wore faces of confusion.
John, however, was all smiles, saying nonchalantly, "You don't need to concern yourself with how I know about the existence of the Twelve Trials of the Hero. You just need to tell me if you can meet my request."
Seeing Valerie fall silent, John grew somewhat impatient.
"What's the matter? Do you want something for nothing, my lord? To acquire this item, I've paid a considerable price. If you're unwilling to agree, I have no intention of returning it to you."
A glint of icy light suddenly flickered in Valerie's eyes, and he spoke in a chilling tone, "How do I know you're not the thief who stole the Son of the Storm? Your ability to fight with Devil—even an injured Devil—suggests that your strength is considerable. Infiltrating the City Lord's Mansion should not have been difficult for you."
