Kieran held the [Crossing Silver Coin] in his hand and Gluttony's power was activated.
Without further guidance from Kieran, Gluttony instinctively devoured the energy in the coin.
[Spirit broke through a layer of seal, increased from C- → C]
[Spirit broke through a layer of seal, increased from C → C +]
[Spirit broke through a layer of seal, increased from C + → B-]
[Spirit broke through a layer of seal, increased from B- → B]
…
The first three consecutive seal breakthroughs were no different from the previous ones, Kieran only consumed two [Crossing Silver Coins] before he broke through all the seals.
The only thing that surprised Kieran was the fourth time Spirit broke through from B- → B, consuming two [Crossing Silver Coins], the same amount as the previous three times.
"B, eh?"
The sudden increase in consumption made Kieran frown.
Based on the assumption that one [Crossing Silver Coin] could be exchanged for 30 [Crossing Copper Coins], three consecutive seal breakthroughs would consume two [Crossing Silver Coins], which meant 20 [Crossing Copper Coins] each time. In addition to the previous two breakthroughs, it was obvious that 20 [Crossing Copper Coins] was enough to break the seals below B- rank.
However, the cost of [Crossing Copper Coins] skyrocketed after B- rank.
It would cost 60 [Crossing Copper Coins]!
Kieran had expected that there would be some changes at B class, but he had not expected it to be this much.
It wasn't good news for Kieran though.
Based on Kieran's understanding of attributes, B was just the first threshold, followed by Advance Rank and then Rank V.
Breaking a layer of seal at B rank would require 60 [Crossing Copper Coins], so what about Advance Rank? Let alone Rank V!
Although Kieran's understanding of the current dungeon world wasn't thorough enough, it didn't stop him from understanding the value of [Crossing Copper Coins].
It was a hundred times more valuable than gold of the same weight.
Even those who had access to Crossing Coin wouldn't have a lot of it in stock.
"This is troublesome."
Kieran raised his right index finger and subconsciously wanted to knock on the armrest of the sofa.
However, the moment his fingers moved up, Kieran thought of the sleeping Starbeck, so he stopped tapping and placed his hand on his chin instead.
He needed a complete plan to quickly restore his strength.
Under the premise that it wouldn't affect Starbeck.
…
The sun rose from the east to the west.
At three o 'clock in the afternoon, Amy knocked on the door of the restaurant.
Amy heaved a sigh of relief when she saw Kieran open the door.
She was really worried that she would not be able to see Kieran today.
He didn't care much about Kieran.
In her mind, as long as Kieran was alive, she would be safe.
Especially after what happened yesterday.
"It's good to see you."
"Take a look at the information I found."
"Just as you guessed."
"This isn't the first time that guy made a move."
Amy passed the paper bag to Kieran and walked into the restaurant. She sat at the bar counter and grabbed a water bottle and a glass.
Amy drained the glass of water in a single gulp and lay down on the table.
Although she was known as a workaholic, she really needed a good rest at this moment.
After closing the door, Kieran returned to the bar counter and opened the paper bag.
The information inside was organized and very detailed.
Zhao Xiong, male, 30, fitness coach, died of heart paralysis (January 21st, 2009)
Li Cheng, male, 29, kickboxing coach, died of heart paralysis (March 20th, 2009)
Leonard, male, 25, outdoor survival coach, died of heart paralysis (May 22nd, 2009)
Acker, male, 26, diving coach, died of heart paralysis (July 25th, 2009)
Saks, male, 25, famous strongman, died of burial paralysis (September 30th, 2009)
[Note 1: All the people who died of heart paralysis died in front of the TV. Their faces were ferocious.]
[Note 2: All the victims were strong and healthy men.]
[Note 3: The police tried to investigate but to no avail.]
[Note 4: This is all the suspicious information I can find. I can't guarantee its completeness.]
[Note 5: Only in the East Sector.]
…
On the first piece of paper, there were pictures and some general notes. The rest of the papers were filled with all sorts of information about the victims.
Kieran carefully read through the information.
Kieran wasn't surprised that Amy got her hands on such information.
The real surprise was the last victim, Saks.
Compared to the other victims, the famous Hercules was much stronger and sturdier. Even if it was just a one-inch photo or some pictures of his daily life, it would still give people a strong visual impact. The Hercules' arms were thicker and stronger than a common man's thighs, especially when the Hercules lifted two adult men above his head, it was even more eye-catching.
But what concerned Kieran the most was when he died.
September 30th, 2009.
This was last night, or more accurately, 'today', when he was attacked.
"It wasn't the first time he attacked a living person, and he could even split his attacks?"
Kieran muttered to himself.
No doubt, such an opponent was extremely troublesome.
No one wanted to face an opponent that could split his attacks.
Dok, Dok, Dok.
While in deep thought, Kieran's fingers tapped on the counter. The clear tap made Amy frown, even though she had slept for less than an hour.
She laid on the counter with sleepy eyes and looked at Kieran.
"What the hell?
Do you know I've only slept for three hours today? "
Amy grumbled like she had just woken up.
"Four."
Kieran corrected the man's mistake and put the documents back into the paper bag.
"How is it?
Found something? "
Amy's attention was diverted when she saw Kieran's action.
Last night, when she found this information, she felt a chill run down her spine.
Based on what she found, five people had died this year.
What about earlier?
What about outside the East Sector?
Amy couldn't even imagine it.
She made an exception and didn't scold the police for being useless.
She knew this time, it wasn't because of the police, but because the opponent was too special.
It was so special that normal people couldn't do anything about it. Only special people could solve the problem.
Amy's eyes were filled with anticipation when she looked at Kieran.
Kieran didn't let her down.
"Yes."
Kieran nodded.
"What did you find?"
Amy asked in a hurry.
"Three things.
First, he doesn't know me.
Second, Saks is very important to him.
"Third, after capturing this delicious prey, Saks, he will surely come for me."
Kieran didn't hide anything from his temporary assistant.
"He wants revenge?"
Amy widened her eyes.
"What else?
A moment of carelessness, causing his men or clones to vanish and then his strength to increase by leaps and bounds. It would be strange if he didn't come for revenge. "
Kieran asked.
"The dead can get stronger?
As long as I can find a suitable target? "
Amy quickly reacted to the situation.
"Em."
Kieran nodded.
"Are you confident enough to deal with him?"
Amy asked.
Kieran showed a smile.
The tired and nervous Amy was a little dazed when she saw the smile.
At that moment, she suddenly realized that although Kieran looked ordinary, when he smiled, there was something different about him.
It wasn't just safe, it felt warm.
At least when Amy saw the smile, her heart calmed down.
"You …"
Just when Amy was about to say something, Kieran, who was sitting opposite her, stood up and looked at the stairs.
"You're awake?"
Kieran's voice was very soft, similar to the smile on his face as he asked Starbeck, who appeared at the stairs.
"Em.
Lunch will be ready soon. "
Starbeck replied to Kieran with the same warm smile.
However, when the smile was directed at Amy, it was a little more reserved and pressuring.
Amy's breath skipped a beat.
It wasn't the first time she felt the pressuring.
However, every time she felt it, she couldn't accept it.
She felt like a Shiba Inu trespassing a lion's territory, not only was it dangerous, but she might also end up as the lion's meal.
However, Amy, a person who didn't want to admit defeat, wouldn't show it.
"Morning!"
Amy forced herself to greet Starbeck.
Starbeck nodded and didn't reply.
The pressure was getting stronger and stronger.
Amy felt like she saw a roaring lioness behind Starbeck, as if the lioness was telling her to get out of my territory, otherwise I'll eat her.
Of course, Amy knew it was just her hallucination from working overtime and being nervous.
Otherwise, it would just be a metaphor, how could it be real?
Especially at the very next moment, the hallucination disappeared, which further convinced Amy that she must be too tired.
Amy didn't notice that Starbeck went into the kitchen after he saw the documents on the table.
"You are really different from your brother."
Amy heaved a breath of relief when she saw Starbeck walk into the kitchen.
"Is it because of our looks?"
Kieran asked.
"No.
It's the feeling we give off.
Don't you think your brother is always looking down at anyone who gets close to him? He's like a king. "
Amy shook her head.
"That's because you don't understand Roye.
After you get to know him, you will realize your feeling is right. "
Kieran said.
"Huh?"
Amy widened her eyes.
She thought she heard it wrong.
"We learned to be vigilant against strangers in the mountains.
Such vigilance isn't something that can be removed in a day or two. "
Kieran kept the documents and said to the exhausted Amy, "You should go have a good rest, take a shower and sleep."
"Aren't you going to treat me to dinner?"
Amy smelled the aroma of food from the kitchen, her mouth started to salivate.
"No."
Kieran's answer was firm and decisive.
"But I am your assistant!"
Amy's eyes widened again.
"That's why you should listen to me, isn't it?"
Kieran looked at Amy with a dull gaze.
Amy, who was fuming with anger, didn't feel chills on her back anymore. Her body froze, as if she was hallucinating again.
It wasn't a lion anymore.
It was …
The devil!
A demon with wings spread wide enough to blot out the sun was staring down at her from above.
It felt like if she said no, it would tear her apart.
Her instincts told her that it was best for her to leave now.
"If you keep this up, you will lose me as your assistant!"
Amy grabbed her bag and walked out. When she reached the door and the hallucinations faded, she mustered up enough courage to shout at Kieran.
Without waiting for Kieran's reply, he strode out of the room.
At this time, Starbeck came out with the food.
He couldn't help but shake his head at Amy's back.
"Loser."
Starbeck's heart was filled with such thoughts, but his face showed his usual sincere smile at Kieran.
"Black pepper cheesesteak and borscht, I also brought some corn bread and broccoli.
And … "
"Chocolate flavored ice cream!"
Starbeck took out the little plate behind him like he was presenting a treasure.
On the white plate were three coffee-colored ice cream balls. The faint smell of cocoa was something Kieran had picked up from the start, but when he saw Starbeck's smile, Kieran played along and said, "Is this a surprise?"
"Yes!
"Surprise!"
Have a taste! "
Starbeck eagerly placed the ice cream in front of Kieran.
Back at Ro Street, Starbeck noticed Kieran liked to eat ice cream as a snack, he would buy a big pile of ice cream at a time.
After that, Starbeck tried to make ice cream.
Starbeck originally wanted to invite Kieran to his room in the big city.
However, something unexpected happened, forcing him to postpone his plans.
Fortunately, he could still make ice cream in Ro Street.
Starbeck curled his lips into a grin as he watched Kieran eat the ice cream with the spoon.
Starbeck loved to watch Kieran eat all the food he made.
Kieran quickly ate two of the three ice cream balls, and when the spoon reached for the third one, Kieran thought for a while and delivered it to Starbeck.
Starbeck was stunned.
He opened his mouth and bit the spoon.
When the icy sweetness spread on the tip of his tongue, Starbeck felt blissful.
"My mouth is dirty.
Don't waste it. "
While Starbeck was feeling blissful, Kieran touched the corner of Starbeck's mouth and stuffed his finger into his mouth.
An unknown dizziness and burning sensation rushed into his brain.
Starbeck held his body up with his hand.
"What's wrong?"
Kieran scooped the rest of the ice cream into his mouth and unconsciously looked at the rest of the food, he didn't even notice Starbeck's unusual reaction.
"Nothing!
I'll go cook for you! "
Starbeck said loudly before he ran back to the kitchen.
Kieran looked at the kitchen door in surprise before he picked up his chopsticks — the steak. It looked like a whole steak but in fact, Starbeck had already cut it up.
After he realized Kieran liked to use chopsticks, Starbeck would always cook food that would satisfy Kieran.
"With Starbeck around …"
"This is great."
Kieran exclaimed from the bottom of his heart when he felt the different convenience.
His exclamation naturally raised Kieran's concern for Starbeck's safety to a higher level.
Likewise, Kieran was even more serious about the possible ambush at night.
Of course, it wasn't just tonight.
There was also the one after that!
With that thought in mind, Kieran didn't hesitate anymore.
Pak!
Kieran snapped his fingers.
Bloody Mary appeared after the call.
"At your service, my boss."
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