Chapter 86 - Golden Lord (1/2)

Will prided himself in many aspects. His sword skills, intent, yuan, and speed were all top notch considering earth's standards, but his body's strength and defensive capabilities were lacking in comparison. It went without saying that the two dans he had just received dealt with something that had been bothering for a while, albeit superficially.

This Primordial Refinement book, however, was in a whole different league. Will had no idea what a Primordial Paragon was, but it sounded impressive. Will decided to learn the book. All he had to do was inject some of his energy into it and he would learn the skill as the book dissipates into nothingness. When he learned what the skill really was, however, Will couldn't help but frown.

'I am so screwed.'

Before he could ruminate over what was troubling him, Duke's voice brought him out of his train of thought.

”Uhm, excuse me.”

Will scratched his head and smiled wryly.

”Sorry about that bro, got a bit carried away.”

Seeing Will's humble attitude, Duke couldn't help but laugh internally. To Duke Will was a powerhouse on top of the world, if Duke could get on his good side, perhaps form some sort of relationship, then Duke would have some backing in this crazy world. Will's odd but amiable way of talking only further reinforced this idea.

Duke waived his hands in a reassuring manner. ”No apology needed haha.”

'The stronger someone is, the cockier they are.'

This was common sense for most. Will was a user capable of killing a 3-star dungeon boss with one casual hit. Yet he apologized to Duke as if they were on the same level.

'This guy is weird. But fuck that he is strong, I need to get in his good books somehow, how can I'

”Bro I have something I need to ask you. But before that, tell me how well informed you are about the world.”

Duke was surprised by Will's question. The more powerful someone was, the more likely they were informed about the world.

”Ehem, I am an information broker actually.” Said Duke with an awkward cough.

Will crossed his arms in doubt, this man looked really shady. ”Really now.”

”O-of course! Granted I only started dealing in information a few weeks ago but I'm better than the majority of the information brokers out there. I even have a few connections at the local IB.”

Will was suspicious and raised a brow, nevertheless, it couldn't help to test the boy.

”Alright, tell me what you know about Golden Lord.”

Duke couldn't help but draw in cold breath.

'He had to start with a hard one...'

Golden Lord was one of the mysterious users in the world, despite the fact that he was one of the most talked about. He was the leader of King rankings. In other words, no user on earth had a higher level than him.