Divine Emperor of Death

Chapter 4869  Dawn Triad Makes An Improper Move?

"From what I could tell, I assume it's the Silken Vein Reversal Powder." Davis said, "It is colorless and odorless, nor could it be detected by paltry investigative methods unless one has a powerful soul force that goes beyond its grade, which is beyond Peak-Level Empyrean Grade."

"It causes men to suffer temporary impotence for several days and women to be ensnared by heightened desire. It is notoriously difficult to trace," Davis added, his gaze moving to the cups again, "but it requires a sufficient quantity to take effect like swallowing a full cup. A few sips are meaningless."

Ragoon Crystalveil stared at the cups as though they were venomous beasts and perspired heavily, while Jiayi Crystalveil's smile turned cold.

"Find the perpetrator. It's most likely the ones backed by the Six-Headed Hydra Upper Realm who would dare to be this bold."

"Y-Yes, elder sister. Yung Family bastards… I'll never forgive you…" Ragoon Crystalveil's expression turned furious.

He seemed to have forgotten the Divine Emperor of Death's presence as his anger overwhelmed him.

"I think it's Akarr Ruo," Davis said.

"Mhm?" Jiayi Crystalveil narrowed her eyes, "Not Helvard Lute, who occupied the True Peak Emporium for the past day?"

Davis shook his head, "Helvard Lute was the one who occupied the place, but it is too obvious, so it must be your fiancée, Akarr Ruo. If the two of you sleep today, no one is going to find it strange and might even welcome it."

He smilingly shrugged, "But what do I know? I really haven't paid attention to what's going on here, so take my word with a pinch of salt."

"A three-layered plan…" Jiayi Crystalveil's lips curled with derision, "It is indeed like him to be two-faced like an evil devil in a saint's clothing."

"Well, the culprit should appear at night since it does indeed take a few more hours to take effect. Want me to kill him?"

"I'm afraid everyone who could defend me here is already bribed or sent away. If I can rely on you, I would, but exposing yourself here is a threat to our future."

Jiayi Crystalveil shook her head and continued, "In this case, I seem to have to rely on the inheritor of the Retribution Sword Autarch. She is so powerful that even a Level Nine Empyrean shouldn't be a match since she had just broken through a few days ago."

"Oh? That powerful?"

Davis was more intrigued. An Autarch with a prowess that's eight levels higher or more was extremely talented, putting her on par with the strongest supreme geniuses like Ralaza Heavenshade or even Rath Heavenshade, since upon breakthrough to the next stage, one's Law comprehension also needs to keep up on top of the Transcendent Wheel, only capable of providing less prowess than before at the Sovereign Stage.

A First-Tier Transcendent Wheel still provided a prowess of one level higher compared to an Empyrean Vessel that gave nothing. This was one of the many reasons why the Transcendent Cultivation Path was getting more popular, and the other was increasingly abandoned and looked down upon.

Who didn't like a free- one level of prowess?

The superiority complex the Transcendents had over the Immortals also stemmed from this part.

"Indeed." Jiayi Crystalveil nodded, "After she slaughtered a few elders from the three families, they dared not offend her anymore. Our True Peak Emporium seemed to have received her in good faith, but the Head Manager seems not be afraid of me compared to her. However, I guess he must've received quite a bit of sum from the Ruo Family for him to engage in this kind of disloyal endeavor. He hasn't shown his face and feigns he is away, but I presume he is still giving orders around. It seems like it might be a bit precarious before my family's loyal bodyguards arrive."

Davis considered for a moment before he nodded, "You should ask that inheritor for help. I doubt she is in cahoots with any of the family to harm you, since you say she had killed their elders. Also, you're extremely smart. I like dealing with you, so yes, my answer to our business relationship is that we will continue. For starters, we should set up a base here after overthrowing the three families or subjugating them. What do you say?"

Jiayi Crystalveil's gaze shone, "That seems like a start."

She turned around and grabbed the list from Ragoon Crystalveil and provided it to Davis.

Davis read through it before he nodded, "That's all for today. I'll leave for the evening and investigate this list, so be careful. You're a high-profile individual with thick coffers, and your siblings are ruthless, so be careful of the World's End Hall."

Jiayi Crystalveil's heart shook, "World's End Hall? That's not a cheap option… considering my status and potential."

"If I can be targeted, so can you. I'll return as soon as I can. Let's see if you can survive this ordeal. If you can't, it will be extremely difficult to maintain this business relationship."

Davis disappeared from the place, causing Jiayi Crystalveil to heave a long breath before she turned to look at her pale little brother.

"Invite the inheritor of the Retribution Sword Autarch here, and don't try to woo her. Her background is truly unfathomable."

"Understood."

Ragoon Crystalveil slapped his face twice, bringing some redness to his pale cheek. Now that the Divine Emperor of Death was here but didn't have any ill intent against them, he revved himself up and walked out the door.

Sometime later, a woman walked in while Ragoon Crystalveil remained outside to guard.

"Demonic Merchant of Death, for what reason have you invited me?"

Jiayi Crystalveil turned to look at the newcomer, who possessed a confident and authoritative voice.

The woman approaching wore a luxurious gold-crimson robe.

Her long, lustrous crimson hair cascaded down her back like molten silk, bound at the crown with an ornate golden hairpiece adorned with dangling tassels that swayed faintly with her movement. Her face was shaped by high, elegant cheekbones that framed a smooth, porcelain complexion, complemented by a soft jawline that lent her features both gentleness and authority. Her hairstyle was that of an oriental princess cut.

She possessed refined brows arched above a pair of almond-shaped, jade-green eyes that shimmered with quiet confidence and shrewd intelligence. A straight, delicate nose flowed naturally to full, lightly curved lips that carried a faint, knowing smile.

A fur mantle draped over her shoulders, adding an air of regal outlook. Yet despite her opulence, her expression was composed and vigilant, her senses active. Beneath the warmth of her colors lay a poised, calculating elegance, the kind born from standing at the center of power and remaining fully aware of every gaze upon her.

Jiayi Crystalveil instantly felt overshadowed in her presence, but she kept her rich and elegant bearing.

"It seems like my reputation precedes me. Please sit and have some fragrant tea."

"It's fine." The gold-crimson-robed woman sat, "I've already had a heartening meal I made earlier today, and I'm careful not to accumulate impurities in my flawless cultivation foundation. Feel free to drink by yourself."

She said as though daring Jiayi Crystalveil.