While Kai was on his way to the Tower of Truth, the entire Beast Border City was becoming an earful. Rumours began to spread like wildfire. His fight was taking place almost in the very centre of the city. Because of this, a bunch of people started telling their acquaintances about what they had recently seen.
On top of that, Kai's persona was sensitive to certain people. Apart from Fashur's henchmen, there were also other forces following him. All of them had received information that Kai had shown himself on the streets of the city. They instantly started following him.
But who would have known that such events would happen on the first day? All the spies had already reported to their superiors. They described everything in very clear detail.
Such things happened not only in different organisations, but also in the city administration itself. Although it seemed that Border Beast City only acted as a regulator, they actually knew about everything that was happening in their domain.
Right now, on the top floor of the Source Tower sat the city's Generals and the city's Head himself. They were leisurely discussing something and drinking tea from an incredibly beautiful set. It could even be called a work of art.
It was obvious that although they were all gathered together, nothing serious was going on. It was more like a simple sitting of old people.
At this moment, a man dressed in black suddenly appeared beside the old man sitting in the main seat. He quickly reported something to the man's ear, and disappeared just as lightning fast.
- Ho-ho-ho. - The old man said in a satisfied manner and looked at General Lukius, - Lukius, you really found a very good sprout! Hehehe. - Mysteriously said the old man.
- Head, what do you mean by that? You know I don't like these riddles... - Lukius answered calmly.
- According to my information, you brought two boys from your Empire of Lunar Brilliance to my city. About a year and a half ago, maybe a little more. Anyway, during your last visit to your homeland. - Smiling, the old man replied.
- Hmm... That was a thing... Boys with a temper. Why, did they do something interesting? - Lukius asked with interest.
- Hehehe. Now, one of them is the head of a rapidly growing organisation. Maybe your subordinates even bought pills from them for you... - said the old man with a wink.
It was obvious that the Head of the Border Beast City was quite a peculiar person. He seemed to enjoy speaking in riddles and annoying people. Or maybe it was just that he hadn't left his domain for a very long time and had become slightly eccentric.
- The Trade and Research Alliance? I've been hearing a lot about them lately. But they're still a long way from being a top organisation. - Lukius replied calmly.
- Brother Lukius, it's just that you're only interested in training all the time. There's a lot you don't know... - Answered the other General.
- Enlighten me. - Lukius said carelessly.
The atmosphere among these people was very calm. It seemed that during all this time, they had become good friends. They chatted with each other in a rather informal manner.
- They have a lot of secrets of their own. I must admit, although their pills are not very useful to me, because of my level of improvement. But we don't have analogues of that level in our city. - Another General replied with a smile.
- And all the strings lead to one of the guys you brought. The other one is the head of this organisation. Hehehe. - The Head said with a laugh.
One shouldn't underestimate these old men and their influence in Border Beast City. Especially since their life experience was far more extensive than the others.
- Who is who? - Lukias asked.
- A guy named Diso is the head of the Trade and Research Union. The other one, named Kai, is the Master of Alchemy. - With a smile, the old man replied.
- Are you saying that this guy is an Alchemy Master? Nonsense! - Snorting, Lukas replied.
- ''Trust me Lukias. I come from the Shadow Sect, and I've seen many geniuses... Our neighbouring Spiritual Fire Sect specialises in alchemy. Their main descendants are also very strong in this craft. But it's still amazing that we have such a sprout. He reached this level on his own, without the legacy of a huge sect. - While pondering, the old man explained.
- ''Head, do you have any real proof? I've only heard the old man's ramblings so far..." Lucias replied, rolling his eyes.
- Master Gustal confirmed. Hehehe. - Laughing, the old man replied, as if he was just waiting for Lukias' question to catch him.
At that moment, Lukias gave the old man a meaningful look and realised that he wasn't joking.
- But that's not all. As a matter of fact, it was reported to me that he destroyed his opponent in a direct confrontation. - The old man paused, smiling enigmatically, ''And that one was at the high stage of the Cloud Sphere... Rank 83 of the Glory Ranking! Hahaha! - Saying that, the Head laughed quite and loudly.
- 'No way... - Said to himself, one of the Generals who had been silent until then.
- I'm going to give this place to the kid. - With a smile, the Head of the Border Beast City continued to speak.
- Right away to 83? But it's strange that he would immediately take his opponent's spot... Are you just going to drop him from the Glory Ranking? - Lukias asked.
- The previous owner of 83 Place, named Fashur, is now crippled. His organisation is likely to be disbanded. And your kid, is a Master of Alchemy, influencing matters in a rapidly growing organisation, and most importantly... Is a monster in martial arts. - The old man said calmly and sipped his tea.
- Then why hasn't he been in the Glory Ranking until now? - Loukias asked.
- That guy was always staying in the shadows. He doesn't seem to like publicity... Hehe. - Angrily replied the Head.
At this moment, it was clear that he was not some good-natured and sweet old man. He was a martial artist of a high order. Their world had different rules that might seem quite cruel to ordinary people.
- Then why are you forcing him to open up to the world? - Lukias asked suspiciously.
- Hehehehehe. - The old man laughed wickedly, "If he gets publicity, he'll get a lot of trouble on his arse. Then it's unlikely he'll want to stay in Border Beast City for long. To be honest, I don't want him here either. This guy needs a bigger stage...'' The old man reasoned, saying, ''If he develops here, he'll make a lot of noise. It might even be to the detriment of the city... - explained the Head.
- Aha, go on old man... - With a crooked look, one of the Generals said.
They all knew this old man very well, and were already in anticipation of what he would give out. This Head will find favour everywhere....
- We should dump him into the Shadow Sect! Ha ha. - Laughing, the old man said, ''He's talented! The Shadow Sect will definitely give us preferential treatment for this kind of growth! - The old man said contentedly.
At this moment, his smile was simply radiant. It seemed like the old man was smiling with all his teeth, while chuckling evilly at the same time.
- You old fox! - Said one of the Generals.
- Stop it! You know it's for the good of the city! Besides, it will be good for him! He's no good for my city! Let him get the hell out of here and don't make a fuss! - The old man quickly began to snort.
Right now, he looked like a fraud who had been caught cheating. Watching this, the Generals didn't know how they should react. Whether they should laugh or cry, at the realisation of who was leading them....
- Head, that's mean of you. But I also agree that he should go to the Shadow Sect... It would be a win-win for everyone. - Lukias said thoughtfully, -If he refuses such a chance, then he is a fool and we think too much of him. - The General said firmly.
While all these events were taking place, Kai was quietly descending to the lower floors of the Tower of the Source.
However, at this moment, he was in a sitting position. Since it was too difficult to stand due to his injuries.....