1142 Ghouls (1/2)

”Easily attract the hostility of ghouls?” Simon jumped in fright.

By the side, Nietzsche covered his mouth with both hands.

”You don't have to make such a big fuss over it. Most extraordinary items will usually have some sort of side effect… For example, the Spirit Awakening Water's side effect is already considered one of the more insignificant ones…”

Fang Yuan looked at Nietzsche with a smile. ”So, do you want to try your luck with another bottle?”

”No! I don't want one!”

Nietzsche ran out of the store as fast as he could and toward the end of the street where he saw the back of the female inspector. ”Please wait!”

”What matter do you have?” Vivienne turned around and scrutinized Nietzsche.

”My name is Nietzsche, and I was in the store just now. I want to ask how Capone died. Was he attacked by a ghoul?”

”Ghoul?” Vivienne sneered. ”Brat! Don't listen to those rumors! Even though Capone's wounds look like they were caused by some kind of wild beast, I'm more inclined toward a lion, tiger, or even a few stray dogs!”

After saying that, an annoyed expression appeared on her face. ”Oh Black Iron God! I violated that cursed confidential regulation again. Brat, you have to promise me you won't leak it!”

It's… actually true! Nietzsche took a step back, and Fang Yuan's description of the Ghoul Talisman appeared in his mind. If the heart or mind isn't firm, the Ghoul Talisman will easily attract the hostility of ghouls… Hostility! This is it!

He took a deep breath. ”There are ghouls wandering around Kimbert City!”

Bang!

In response, a car door shut.

Clearly, the female inspector did not believe a single word of what he had said at all.

Dejected, Nietzsche returned to the store and stared at Fang Yuan. ”You are a murderer…”

”Brat, don't spout nonsense…” Fang Yuan blew on his cocoa. ”When I sold it, I had already made it extremely clear… Moreover, do you really believe there are ghouls around?”

”I believe!” Nietzsche replied in a deep voice.

”Seems like you're a person with a story… Mind sharing with me?” Fang Yuan smiled. His voice contained a certain energy that made Nietzsche subconsciously relax and sit on the sofa.

”Story… What story do I have?” Nietzsche was shocked.

”For example, a certain imprint on your body. I don't know when you got it, but I heard that anyone with one would eventually encounter misfortune…” Fang Yuan pointed at the back of Nietzsche's neck.

”You know…” Nietzsche's eyes were suddenly full of terror. ”… the 'Sin Imprint' incident?”

”Sin Imprint?” Fang Yuan chuckled.

”Yes… The Sin Imprint is a sinner's proof. Because this Sin Imprint runs through the bloodline of my family, our numbers have decreased significantly, and only a few of us are left…” Nietzsche bit his lips.

”Symbol?” Nietzsche questioned.

”As an offering for a certain ritual. It's an imprint dedicated to a certain existence. Your ancestor should have been chosen as a sacrifice but fortunately managed to escape. But it's a pity that despite escaping, it still continues to flow in your bloodline, attracting the attention of those from the darkness…”

Fang Yuan continued, ”But I will neither tell you the name nor write it down because it will be blasphemy once relevant information appears. This is the source of all evil!”

”Yes, even the Church of the Black Iron God was unable to remove this curse… But after I grow up, it will erupt completely…” Nietzsche's voice was firm and persistent. ”Mister, do you have any suggestions?”

”What suggestion could I possibly have? I'm merely the boss of an ordinary convenience store… Moreover, my knowledge is limited to this…” Fang Yuan passed the buck irresponsibly. ”I know you're seeking extraordinary powers and are desperate to fight this curse, but let's talk about the ghouls now!”

”You…” Nietzsche's face turned red, and he wanted to throw the teacup at Fang Yuan's face but did not dare to. His eyes seemed to be saying, How can you be this shameless?

”Don't be angry! I'm really not the murderer. Furthermore, even if my Ghoul Talisman can attract ghouls, they would have to be nearby too!” Fang Yuan said with an innocent look.

”Have to be… nearby?” Nietzsche was frightened by this conclusion. ”Are you saying that Kimbert City already had ghouls?”

”And there must be quite a few. Otherwise, how would it be so easy to encounter them? There might even be a ghoul lair!” Fang Yuan stared at Nietzsche. ”After knowing this, what are you planning to do?”

”Of course, I have to find the lair!” Nietzsche replied without giving it much thought.