Upon hearing this, Germain's expression changed.
It was an affront to be asked so bluntly by a junior if he knew how his ancestor died.
"Miss Ying, you're really interesting." Germain's gaze sharpened. "Ancestor Vincent was one of the most outstanding heads of Family Pazzi. Naturally, he didn't die without accomplishing anything. It's recorded in the history books of Continent O as well."
"At that time, Continent O's borders were in chaos. Ancestor Vincent went to war on the orders of His Holiness the Pope. He fought until the last second and defended the city. He died of exhaustion."
As he spoke, Germain's tone became even more agitated. "Ancestor is a role model for our generation. He's someone that everyone should revere!"
In the central park of the city where Family Pazzi was located, there was a bronze statue of Vincent.
Ying Zijin nodded slightly, her tone nonchalant. "But I heard that he fell from his horse when he was hunting. Then, he fell into a trap and was pierced by the eighteen barbs at the bottom of the trap."
"His head, limbs, and abdomen were all nailed to death. Unfortunately, it was raining heavily that day, so no one discovered that he was missing."
"By the time they discovered him, his body had already stiffened. It attracted crows and other scavengers. Not even a complete corpse was left."
Germain's expression finally changed. His gaze turned sinister as he sneered. "Miss Ying, what kind of unofficial history did you read? How dare they slander Family Pazzi like this? And insult Ancestor Vincent like this?! "
Even though she said that, Germaine's heart skipped a beat.
Because this was indeed how Vincent Pazzi died.
Everything started from a prophecy made by the Oracle.
Long before this prophecy, although the Oracle had already predicted the fall of Continent O's most powerful dynasty and the death of all the members of the royal family, Family Pazzi didn't take it seriously.
Family Pazzi also had a professional fortune-teller. They didn't think that the Oracle's prophecy was ironclad.
Any future could be changed, as long as one paid a certain price.
But in the end, no one expected Vincent to die just like that. It was exactly the same as the prophecy.
It was also this incident that made Family Pazzi realize that a clairvoyant could not be compared to an ordinary clairvoyant.
No one could change the prophecy of the Oracle.
However, they were now enemies with the Laurent family, so they had already missed the best opportunity to befriend the Oracle.
After Caesar's death and the Oracle's disappearance, Family Pazzi could finally breathe a sigh of relief.
History was always in the hands of the powerful.
Family Pazzi changed this part of history.
Even the younger generation of the family didn't know how Vincent died.
This kind of death was too cowardly for someone who used to be the head of a corporation.
Ying Zijin was not anxious at all. She was still calm. "I saw it with my own eyes. When he died, it was indeed very tragic."
Vincent was indeed the most outstanding Patriarch in Family Pazzi's history, but at the same time, his methods were even more bloody.
During that time, members of the Laurent family were constantly being killed.
He was also the one who sent people to assassinate Caesar Laurent many times.
But in the end, he did not succeed. Instead, he died.
"Miss Ying really knows how to joke." Germain laughed when he heard that. He suppressed his anger. "Alright, I didn't invite you here to talk about history with you."
He pressed the bell and called his secretary.
The secretary came over with a document and placed it on the table.
"This is the contract." Germain said calmly, "Family Pazzi is very optimistic about First Light Media and is prepared to turn First Light Media into an international entertainment giant."
"As the CEO of First Light Media, Miss Ying should also know how big the difference is between domestic and international. Of course, we guarantee that Miss Ying will still be in her original position, but First Light Media will be ruled by the family."
Ying Zijin glanced at it.
It was an acquisition document.
Indeed, although First Light Media had already broken into the international entertainment industry, it would take at least five years to become a giant.
Ying Zijin looked up calmly. "Family Pazzi has indeed been thinking well."
"Miss Ying, don't be angry." Germain smiled nonchalantly. "I'm sure you've heard how we acquired that company two years ago. As long as you agree, the benefits are great, and we won't trap you for long."
"But if you don't agree, all the senior executives of First Light Media will have to come to Family Pazzi as guests."
This was a real threat.
It could not be helped.
This time's Academy Awards selection had greatly damaged Time Media's vitality.
The entertainment industry was a good place to earn money, and Family Pazzi would not let go of this cake.
Germain stood up with his hands behind his back. "Miss Ying, you have time to consider. Family Pazzi will be holding a ball and dinner tonight. I hope Miss Ying can attend on time."
Luc came back in. "Miss Ying, please. I've been ordered by the head of the family to show you around Pazzi Castle."
"There's no need to show me around." Ying Zijin said calmly. "I like to read."
Luc was stunned and glanced at Germain.
Germain thought for a moment and smiled. "Take Miss Ying to the family library. Miss Ying is an important guest. You must treat her well, understand?"
There were no secrets in the library anyway.
If there were really secrets, even a Hua person would not be able to understand.
**
Luc led Ying Zijin all the way to the library.
The girl's appearance was too outstanding, and she attracted a lot of attention.
They kept looking back, their eyes full of amazement.
Luc walked Ying Zijin to the library and came out by himself.
When he turned around, he bumped into a young man.
He was very respectful. "Young Master Raven."
Raven looked into the library. "Is that the CEO of First Light Media?"
The news of the IFF Awards had spread in Family Pazzi.
Daina also had rivals, and her rivals treated it as a joke.
Luc nodded. "That's her."
Raven clicked his tongue. "That's pretty good."
Luc looked up in surprise. "Young Master Raven? You can't be … "
"She's good-looking and capable. Why wouldn't men like such a girl?" Raven shrugged, but his expression was serious. "I think she's much better than those noble ladies."
Luc frowned.
Raven wasn't the son of Patriarch Pazzi, but the descendant of an elder.
He was also one of the competitors for the next Patriarch, and his strength was above Daina's.
If Raven became the Patriarch of Patriarch Pazzi, Ying Zijin wouldn't be good enough for him.
"I'll pass on Young Master Raven's message to the Patriarch." Luc agreed. "There will be time for an exchange at tonight's banquet."
Raven smiled.
In the library.
Ying Zijin just quickly read the book.
She read ten lines at a glance, and with her strong memory, she memorized all the contents of the book.
After she finished reading, she put the book back and closed her eyes.
As expected.
Family Pazzi's ancient books recorded the world of alchemy, ancient martial arts, and ancient medicine. They even recorded the ancient civilization of Atlantis, which had been destroyed long ago.
But there was no record of where Norton was.
Ying Zijin pondered.
Her lost memories and lost power must have something to do with this place.
Norton also said that when he was on a boat in the Atlantic Ocean, he accidentally entered that place.
There was a special entrance, just like the ancient martial arts world, but it was closed.
Ying Zijin looked around and found the book she needed.
But the words in this book were very obscure, and looked like symbols.
Those who didn't understand would think that it was drawing circles.
Alchemy language.
Ying Zijin recognized it at a glance.
What a coincidence.
She knew a little alchemy language.
She opened the book and started reading.
**
On the other side of the castle.
In the meeting room, the elders were seriously discussing the incident on the NOK forum at noon.
"Great Elder, there are many people who accepted the bounty, but less than ten percent of them actually took action." Third Elder shook his head. "Moreover, how could he kill all of us by himself?"
The elders all had the same thought.
Great Elder didn't nod or shake his head, and only asked, "Where's Old Five?"
"Old Five is in charge of patrolling today." Third Elder said, "He's outside."
Great Elder nodded. "Devil hasn't appeared for three years, and no one knows how much his strength has increased. It's better to be careful and activate all the defense systems in the castle. In the next few days, we must not act separately."
An elder alone was indeed no match for Devil.
The other elders nodded.
Just as the meeting was about to end, messy footsteps were heard.
"Great Elder, it's bad!" A guard scrambled in and reported in a panic, "Devil! Devil has appeared! "
"Fifth Elder was no match for him and has been killed!"
Great Elder's expression changed. "What did you say? He has appeared? Now? "
It had been less than five hours since Devil accepted the bounty.
How did he come so quickly?!
Great Elder didn't have time to think and hurried out.
He quickly came to the door and looked down from above the castle.
It was a tall and slender figure, standing alone in the wind.
The man's face was exposed in front of him, and his eyes were cold.
But Great Elder didn't need to think to know that this was just a fake face.
Hunters of this level would more or less disguise themselves.
A powerful disguise master could even disguise their gender.
The man was wearing a black trench coat, and his shirt was unbuttoned.
The strong wind blew open his collar, revealing his chest.
Fu Yunshen lowered his head slightly and looked at Fifth Elder lying on the ground with an indifferent expression.
Family Pazzi's people couldn't help but feel terrified.
The last time Devil attacked at night, and other than the elder who was killed, no one had seen him.
Only when the bounty list changed did everyone know that it was Devil who did it.
This time, he actually appeared in front of Family Pazzi openly.
Wasn't he afraid that Family Pazzi would use the database to match his identity and then slaughter his family?
Hunters chose to keep their identities secret, not only for themselves, but also to prevent their enemies from targeting their family members.
The guards in front of the castle looked at the man warily and took a step back nervously.
Above the castle, the cannons were also set up and aimed at Fu Yunshen.
The four tycoons of Continent O didn't have ancient martial arts.
But alchemy originated from Continent O, so the four tycoons naturally had exchanges with the alchemy world.
In terms of extending lifespan, alchemy was better than ancient medicine.
But not everyone could have alchemy as strong as Norton, who could develop the body of an ordinary person to the limit and give him a lifespan of more than 300 years.
Family Pazzi's elders had an average lifespan of 150 years.
But their strength was far weaker than ancient martial arts masters.
But now, technology was too advanced. Family Pazzi's castle.
Devil barged in alone and directly appeared. What was the difference between this and seeking death?
Great Elder narrowed his eyes. "Young man, I advise you to restrain yourself."
His voice was cold. "Otherwise, once the guns here fire, you'll be turned into a sieve in the next second."
What did assassins rely on?
It was nothing more than appearing and disappearing unpredictably and suddenly attacking.
When an assassin's tracks and disguise were discovered, the assassin would be crippled.
"Very good." Fu Yunshen smiled slowly. "Fire."
As soon as the two words came out, the elders' expressions changed.
Great Elder sneered. "You really want to die."
Fu Yunshen tilted his head and smiled coldly. "I told you to fire."
Great Elder was furious. "Fine, as you wish."
He waved his hand and gave the order. "Attack together!"
At this moment, Family Pazzi's defenses were fully activated.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
Boom!
Flames soared into the sky.
But in the next second, something shocking happened.
All the bullets floated in the air.
Including the strongest sniper rifle.
And a cannon that rushed to the ground from a high place.
This cannon was fixed in the air and didn't move at all.
Buzz! Buzz!
The majestic inner strength imprisoned these firearms and didn't let them move at all.
Then, they were crushed by the inner strength and fell to the ground.
"…"
The entire castle was dead silent.
Fu Yunshen raised his head and put one hand in his pocket. He still looked like a playboy.
In the flames, he stood still. "Fire again."
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