Chapter 24: The Flames of Distrust
Yin Estate was engulfed in darkness. The accusations and power plays spread like wildfire, and Adama was breathing out the flames with great intensity. Every step he took brought the family closer to the edge, every move was calculated to ensure their defeat.
< System Alert: New Mission Available: Determine the Patriarch's Personal Treasure Shop. >
< First Prize: Tier 5 Spirit Tool – Joke's Mark. >
Key: Unlocks the second aid path. >
Level: Permanent Reduce the system by one level >
For a moment, Aram's laughter faded. The stakes were higher than ever, but the reward—a Level 5 spirit weapon—was too tempting to offer.
"It's a big risk, a big reward," Aram whispered.
That night, Adam slipped out of the slave house under the guise of a deceiver, a method he knew. His presence was a whisper in the air that most people did not see Watchful guards
The patriarch's treasures were hidden beneath the central courtyard, and the entrance was sealed with layers of protective gear. Adam approached cautiously, and the shadowy figure changed to resemble a chief steward.
< System Notification: Progress: 20%. The Mask of Shadows is active. Measure the alignment. >
The first layer of the seal was an easy method to escape using the Phantom Quill. But as Adam descended into the pit, The challenges became more difficult. A luminous barrier blocked his path, pulsing with energy and raw power.
< System Notification: Blocking analysis completed. Need to disrupt the flow of electricity. >
Adam placed his hands on the barrier, releasing Chaotic Qi from the Advanced Spirit Core Shard he had previously absorbed. The wall shook before breaking, and he entered the treasure room.
The treasure room was a sight to behold - shelves Full of shiny objects, ancient books, and powerful tools. In the center, suspended within a glass orb, was a silver bracelet inscribed with intricate runes, the symbol of the mocker.
< System Alert: Objective Completed: Tool 5 Spirit Tool – Prankster's Mark. >
< Effect: Increases skill-related abilities and increases mission bonus by 10%. >
Adam reached for the circle and placed his fingers on the surface. As he took the bracelet, a whisper was heard through the tall building, followed by a slight tremor.
< System Message: Alert. Exit immediately. >
. Swearing under his breath, Adam activated the Shadowstep spell, taking him to the entrance of the museum. He slipped into the shadows as the guards drew their weapons.
< System Message: Mission Complete!>
< Rewards Unlocked: Tier 5 Spirit Equipment – Mark of the Undead. Bonus: 2nd Joke Auxiliary slot enabled. >
days later, Words of intrusion spread throughout the house. The patriarch himself was furious, increasing security and questioning his children. In the distance, Adamu hid his new bracelet under his arm.
As he sat in the slave house examining his belongings, a new system message appeared.
< System Alert: The joke helper is available. Make a friend to help with the jokes and win shared prizes. >
Adam's smile returns. "Lao mo to get a promotion"
End of Chapter 24.