Chapter XIV Invitation
For a while, the malicious paving that was almost substantial.
At the moment when the man reached out, Ian seemed to see a mountain peak trembling, and the huge rock giant hand was pressed down in the air, which was unavoidable and unstoppable, and he couldn't help but hold his breath, and his eyes were gloomy.
Although not all people in this world are born with spiritual energy manifestation, anyone can sharpen their inner will and spirit through penance, and use the imagination of 'illusory forms' to stimulate potential, bursting out with unimaginable power and oppression, and even the spiritual energy of life.
At this moment, the man is using a sublimation technique called 'Void Form', which mimics the coercion of the mythical and legendary Titans.
He believed that it was impossible for an eight- or nine-year-old child to hide any secrets in front of him.
But throughout, Ian didn't make any moves back.
He didn't move, although he could see that there was indeed a surprise that he was caught off guard, but it was more of a calmness, a calmness that he would not regret since he had made his choice.
So this palm didn't really slap it, but turned into a heavy wave.
Waving his hand vigorously in mid-air, the old knight pretended to be fierce and said, "I'm a wanted criminal in the Empire, why don't you leave quickly?" Or I'll kill you! β
When he said this, he was half joking, half serious.
He really can't tell anyone his name, if he is discovered by the Empire, not only will he be troubled, but the child in front of him will also be affected.
This kid is calm, sensible, courageous, and maybe the future is also an empire...... He is the pillar of humanity and cannot be involved in those ugly conspiracies.
Children should not be involved in these filthy and filthy schemes.
"But what's the use of that?" Thinking so, the old knight suddenly felt sad.
No matter what he thinks, what they think, the world is full of many ugliness, sons will betray their fathers, courtiers will betray the monarch, and followers will betray their dreams.
That's why they fail.
He was also bumpy and displaced, and he was wanted for many years, until now.
"Thank you for your mercy, sir."
But Ian's words interrupted the man's self-care.
Coming back to his senses from the threat, Ian took a deep breath and calmly responded, "It's true that you say I'm not your average child, but if you want me to say, you're not an ordinary person eitherβyou wouldn't." β
At this moment, in Ian's eyes, the golden light released from the gray-haired man's body was gentle, blazing, without the slightest malice, just a little regretful sadness.
Ian, who keenly grasped the other party's mentality and knew that the other party was his 'chance', spoke without hesitation: "Moreover, what about the wanted criminals?" Doesn't that mean I can help you better? β
"Help?"
Looking up, the man raised an eyebrow to look at Ian, and he said in a deep voice, "You don't even know my name, but you know how to help me?" β
"Yes."
To this, Ian nodded seriously: "Again, I'm Ian." β
The boy pressed one hand to his chest, bent slightly, and introduced himself with formal etiquette: "The White People of Port Harrison." β
"My next proposal will not only help you, but also help myself."
With that, he straightened up, stretched out his hand, and motioned for the man to look at his side.
That was Orsanna's body.
Corpse.
Vaguely thinking of something, the man's expression moved slightly: "Are you trying to say ......?"
"Of course."
Holding the pitchfork in his hand, Ian replied calmly.
At this moment, the white-haired boy raised his head and looked at the starry sky above his head, and he said lightly: "I can't hide it, I just killed my scumbag uncle, he smoked black mushrooms, and tried to kill me, and sold my brother to the natives as a sacrifice." β
"I thought of a way to get rid of him, but it would only solve a short-term crisis, and killing him would cause all kinds of trouble that would be just as dangerous for me."
Lowering his head, Ian's cyan eyes stared at the old man.
"Sir, I can tell that according to your dress and temperament, you are going incognito."
He said seriously: "Are you a wanted criminal?" It couldn't be better. I guess you're in need of a new identity right now......"
"And I need a new uncle."
"Although you may think it is a bit abrupt, sir, in fact, you and I are very clear that this is the best choice for both of us."
- Invite an Imperial wanted criminal to disguise himself as his uncle, who was killed by himself?
If he had heard such words thirty years ago, the old knight would have laughed.
Not a mockery. It's about feeling and appreciating Ian's heartiness and directness, as well as the tenacity, calmness, and courage to try behind this choice.
He will happily agree, and look forward to the scene when the other party grows up and has a good drink with him.
But now, men don't have the freedom and casualness they used to have.
The reason why he still returned to Port Harrison, where he had come and left several times after being wanted and wandering, was because of the 'mutation' that was about to take place in the future.
Neither the empire nor the natives understood the true nature of this mutation, so they just panicked to apply for reinforcements and carry out sacrifices.
But the man knew that the sudden storm eight years ago, and the commotion of many sea beasts before the storm, were the prelude to the real 'mutation' in the future, or the aftermath of the initial leakage.
Turning his head sideways, the old knight's gaze seemed to penetrate the forest, and he looked at the sea to the south. The man's eyes showed the turquoise water, and the dark shadow beneath the ocean.
The shadows are square, with man-made traces, ancient and majestic, like mountains in the sea.
That's what Port Harrison was originally built here for...... But all is in the past, decades have passed, those who knew the secret have died, and their descendants have forgotten all their responsibilities.
"Except for me."
Men have their own calling.
He didn't want anyone to find out about the fact that he was here, not even helping others, it was irresponsible for his own safety, and for the safety of those who knew of his existence, and the Imperial Hound that followed would bite everyone without saying anything until they got a satisfactory answer.
But if it's a disguise lurking......
ββ¦β¦ Good idea. β
Looking at the smiling Ian, he was silent for a long time before the old knight nodded slowly.
He let out a long sigh, "That's a good idea, indeed. β
Be.
disguised as the child's uncle...... Although there are many troublesome points that need to be solved, it is already a very cost-effective price compared to the previous life of hiding, always vigilant pursuers, and not revealing the slightest identity.
He is certainly an Imperial wanted man, and whatever choice he makes, he carries a great deal of risk.
But didn't the child in front of him put himself in danger?
To Ian, he is also a stranger, and he just has to be wary of the other party revealing his identity, and the other party has to worry about whether his life can still be held in his hands.
After all, even if Ian was armed with a divine weapon and was born with awakened psionic energy, in the final analysis, he was a child who was less than ten years old, and his life source seed had not been activated, and his psionic energy had not reached the point where it directly affected reality, how could it penetrate his skin?
He stood and let this kid use the soul melting weapon to cut at will, and if he could break his skin, he would live for nothing.
"Years of hiding have really made me weak."
Self-examination. Now, he has made up his mind: "It is too clear who takes the greater risk in a win-win plan β how can I not respond to the fact that even the child has the courage to ask me?" β
If you have nothing, why fear?
With such a thought, the corners of his mouth curled.
The old knight nodded slightly at the boy: "Ian, for eternity." Good name, your parents must love you very much. β
As he said this, the old knight's expression was calm, as if he was noncommittal to Ian's proposal: "I will treat your proposal as a transaction, but I will not give a reply for the time being. β
"Don't be in a hurry, now, go and do what you're going to do next."
He said earnestly, "Since I helped you just now, then I will help you until you return to Port Harrison." β