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“Hawk...?” Hearing Bu's words, Locke was taken aback and then exclaimed, “So he is Hawk.”
Confused by Locke's astonished expression, Bu asked, “What’s wrong? Wasn’t it that gloomy Fellow who brought you here?”
“Yes, it was him.” Locke looked up at Bu with a determined gaze. Before Bu could respond, he continued, “Hawk, he is the infamous Shadow Hand in the Mercenary world—Hawk, a terrifying existence at the peak of Intermediate Level 4.”
“Uh…” Listening to Locke's disjointed statement, Bu was somewhat speechless.
Perhaps realizing that his master was not well-versed in this matter, Locke explained, “Shadow Hand Hawk was once a senior member of the Demon Flame Mercenary Group, one of the top ten Mercenary groups in the Fran Continent.
For some unknown reason, Hawk left the Demon Flame Mercenary Group, and shortly after, he was pursued relentlessly by them. Even the Captain of the Demon Flame Mercenary Group, a terrifying High-Level Warrior, had to take action personally.
Logically, with such a powerful lineup against him, it would be impossible for Hawk, at Intermediate Level 4, to escape. But what no one expected was that the members of the Demon Flame Mercenary Group who went after Hawk not only failed to harm him but were instead killed by him in droves.
In that battle, Hawk moved like a ghost; no one could detect his presence. His attacks were swift and precise with throwing knives, often resulting in bloodshed with each strike.
If it weren't for the arrival of the Captain of the Demon Flame Mercenary Group, it is likely that none of those who participated in the hunt for Hawk would have survived; they would have been systematically eliminated by him.
Even with the intervention of the Captain, they still could not capture Hawk. It remains a mystery how he managed to escape from such a formidable High-Level Warrior.
From that point on, Hawk's name became legendary after that battle.
Especially notable were his elusive movements and deadly throwing knives, which made him even more difficult to deal with than top-tier thieves. Thus, people began to refer to him as Shadow Hand—Hawk, symbolizing a lethal threat hidden in the shadows.”
Listening to Locke's detailed account, Bu Xin fell into deep thought.
Locke glanced at Bu and continued, “At first, I didn’t know who he was. It wasn’t until he captured me that I felt an eerie coldness emanating from him like that of a living corpse. Then I recalled his terrifying concealment techniques and the throwing knife that injured my master, which led me to some suspicions.
However, these suspicions did not connect him to the renowned Shadow Hand.
Until you just mentioned his name, I hadn't realized it, and a hint of suspicion in my heart was finally opened up.
Now, I am certain that he is Hawk, who once caused a sensation in the Mercenary world as Shadow Hand. Locke's expression was serious, and his dry voice sounded somewhat low.
Bu Shen let out a breath and said gravely, "If what you say is true, then this Hawk must indeed be that Hawk." At this point, Bu paused, fixing his gaze on Locke and continuing, "But this is also what puzzles me. Since this Hawk possesses such formidable strength, why would he choose to ally himself with the Aldra Family?
After all, with his peak strength at Intermediate Level 4, he could be a powerful figure anywhere. Why would he serve as a thug for the Aldra Family, subject to their commands?
I believe that even the influence of the Aldra Family is not insignificant, but compared to a powerhouse like Hawk, who could step into Intermediate Level 5 at any moment, they still seem somewhat lacking in depth.
It's akin to a noble with status and position willingly becoming a steward for a local landlord; it's quite ridiculous."
"This is exactly what I find strange. As far as I know, Hawk is inherently reclusive and proud. Even when he was in the Demon Flame Mercenary Group, he was an unparalleled figure. How could he now willingly submit to the Aldra Family and be at their beck and call?" Hearing Bu's analysis, Locke also expressed his confusion.
"Could it be that it’s not by his own will?" Bu Mei furrowed her brow thoughtfully.
"Not by his own will?" Locke looked at Bu in surprise.
Glancing at Locke, Bu Wei nodded and squinted as she said, "For example... Blood Contract."
Locke was taken aback by her words, and his eyes widened suddenly. He opened his mouth to say something but was stopped by Bu's hand gesture: "This is just my wild guess. Anyway, regardless of why Hawk chose to ally with the Aldra Family, it has nothing to do with us. What matters is that you return safely. Let's leave this topic here."
After saying this, Bu Wei smiled and patted Locke on the shoulder. Locke blinked at Bu but could only suppress his disbelief deep inside as he nodded without speaking further.
At this moment, within a spacious courtyard of the Aldra Manor.
The area was filled with green willows like smoke, with beautiful rock formations and flowing springs. Surrounding the courtyard were several teams of robust guards standing watch. Even though it was already late at night, the place remained brightly lit, resembling broad daylight.
In a lavishly decorated room within the estate, Warren Earl casually stroked an ancient Stone Carving displayed on a counter while instructing Hawk, who stood behind him. Not far from them, at a nearby table, the alluring Countess gently swirled a glass of red wine, her eyes slightly lowered as she listened to their conversation.
"During this trip to the capital, I want you to keep a close watch on that boy. If he obediently follows my instructions, then he will have shown some sense. But if he dares to have ulterior motives..." Warren Earl's cold words paused momentarily as he cast a sharp glance at Hawk and sneered, "If he dares to play tricks, you are to kill him immediately."
"I understand." In response to Warren Earl's menacing words, Hawk replied succinctly, shadows enveloping him and making it difficult to discern his expression.
Hearing Hawk's calm response, Warren Earl pondered for a moment before continuing, "That boy is traveling with Sean Sterling from the Holy Light Academy through the Spatial Teleportation Array to the capital. Sean Sterling is a sensitive figure with unfathomable magical abilities; do not engage with him unless you are certain of victory.
Moreover, the journey from Sparta City to the capital is quite long. I will use some connections to ensure you can quickly reach the capital via the teleportation array.
After the Peak Showdown concludes, regardless of what rank that boy achieves, I only want to see one dead body." By the end of his statement, a cold light gleamed in Warren Earl's eyes, revealing his murderous intent.
"Understood." Hawk spoke sparingly, his unique voice still sounding harsh.
"Alright, you may go." Warren Earl glanced at the Countess, who was sipping her wine, then turned back to Hawk and instructed him.
"What? Have you already decided to treat that boy as a pawn? If he happens to achieve a good rank and qualifies as a student of the Holy Light Academy, would you still be willing to kill him?" Shortly after Hawk left, the Countess gently set down her wine glass and slowly rose, swaying her graceful waist as she walked toward Warren Earl with a light laugh.
In response to his wife's teasing, Warren Earl smiled and shook his head. He reached out and pulled the approaching Countess into his embrace, gazing into her enchanting eyes as he spoke: "The higher that boy's achievements are, the more I must kill him. Those who cannot be used by me will only become future threats.
The reason I spared his life tonight is that his strength exceeded my expectations.
With such power... if he participates in the Peak Showdown, he will surely achieve a notable rank and bring more glory to my Aldra Family. As for qualifying as a student of the Holy Light Academy, it's unfortunate; even if he obtains that qualification, I must still kill him.
After all, tonight we have completely torn our relationship apart. With his terrifying potential, who knows how far he might grow in the future? I do not wish to raise a tiger that could harm me." Warren Earl shook his head and smiled lightly while tapping Countess's smooth forehead with his finger.
"From what you're saying, it does seem necessary. After all, we have witnessed that boy's potential firsthand. But since you've decided to kill him, there shouldn't be any unnecessary complications for the sake of additional benefits. What if Hawk fails to kill him?" The Countess half-lay in Warren Earl's arms, her beautiful eyes blinking lightly and her brows furrowing in hesitation.
Hearing this, Warren Earl shook his head with a light laugh, patting the Countess on the back. He smiled and said, "You don't need to worry about that. With Hawk's strength, when he goes all out, he is comparable to a Level 5 Intermediate fighter. With that child's mere Intermediate Level strength, even if he has extraordinary combat power, he will only meet his demise."
"Well, I suppose... I was overthinking it," the Countess replied, her furrowed brow gradually relaxing as she smiled softly at Warren Earl's comforting words.
"Alright, my lady, we haven't had some intimate time together in a while. There's still some time before this bright light... you..."
"Go away, you lecher."
"Hahaha, now that you mention it, I remember something. What was that phrase? Oh right... 'Desire for food and sex is human nature!' Come, come, today I want to indulge in both."
Just as Warren Earl and his wife were seizing the moment for their intimate activities, Bu awaited a new set of Amplification Equipment in the room.
"Warren's actions are quite swift; I just wonder how the quality of this equipment is," Bu thought to himself as he received a box containing the equipment from a butler sporting a thin mustache.
He had learned from past experiences; the Purple Cloud Leopard Armor that had shattered into scraps during the Seed Selection Tournament and the Fire Lark Set he was currently wearing had both become useless.
These Amplification Equipment pieces had impressive names, but Bu truly couldn't praise their quality. None of the sets could withstand a few rounds of battle with him.
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