Chapter 0004: Contract

Your name is Liu Hao. I also know quite a few people with the surname Liu and have helped them. Of course, the final outcome was not entirely satisfactory, but at least we worked together for a time, which extended that era considerably

No! The confidant did not feel afraid; instead, he was secretly pleased.

"Certainly, I would appreciate your assistance, esteemed senior." Liu Hao clasped his hands together and bowed at a ninety-degree angle.

Don't go! Liu Hao shouted, extending his hand, helplessly watching Li Si's figure gradually fade away

Standing aside, Liu Hao watched Li Si's actions and listened to their conversation, feeling a mix of emotions in his heart. He desperately wanted to rush over and embrace Li Si, crying out loudly. However, the remaining rationality continuously reminded him not to let down Li Si's good intentions and to avoid wasting his efforts

"How? Do you want to meet him?" The mysterious expert cast a brief glance at him

You finally called me captain. Do not be sad, everyone has to die eventually. We have completed the mission, at least in the name of so many brothers. Liu Hao, you must be cautious of the squad leader; I suspect he has known about the evil spirit for a long time. The reason he sent us here is that we are not his direct subordinates.

"What are you saying? The spirits of the dead have not dispersed? Then can you see the spirit of Li Si?" Liu Hao was agitated; he believed in the methods of the mysterious expert

The surname is Cao, and the given name is Cao.

May I ask for your esteemed name? Knowing your name will allow me to depart for the afterlife with peace of mind

Senior Cao, I ... ...

Senior Cao, I can now confirm that you are a person and not a spirit, and you understand more than I do

Thank you for considering my feelings, let's change carriages to talk! This place is too distracting. Liu Hao sensed his kindness

"Not bad, you have courage." Cao Cao smiled knowingly, flipping his hand as the contract swiftly flew into his palm

The sound of a whistle echoed. With a loud clatter, the train ceased its acceleration and slowly approached Nancheng Train Station

"Chief Fan, you are a person of great importance and have many affairs to attend to, which is understandable. The train is about to arrive at the station; let us together welcome the victorious soldiers!" Gong Yong's tone was neither warm nor cold, but a discerning person could easily analyze that he did not regard this Chief Fan with any respect.

There are still many unanswered questions I have, but Cao Cao has vanished into thin air. Fortunately, the tattered talisman has returned to the hanging cord; otherwise, I would surely think that what I experienced before was merely a dream

On the platform of the train station, Gong Yong patiently awaited the arrival of the train amidst a crowd of people.

With a sudden "whoosh," a contract made of an unknown material floated before Liu Hao.

I apologize for being late, and I hope Lord Gong will be understanding!" A portly old man hurried over from a distance.

"In chaotic times? Senior Cao, are you joking? Aside from the evil spirits, the entire world is quite peaceful." Liu Hao, fueled by his emotions, confronted Cao Cao.

Yes, I still have something to say to him" Liu Hao replied without hesitation

Senior Cao, thank you for your assistance. Liu Hao is a good child; I have secretly reviewed his information. If it were not for that experience, he would have been an outstanding spiritual practitioner. I know my words carry little weight, but I still wish to earnestly request you to take care of him and help him through this journey.

"No need, just stay here. Your companions' spirits have not yet dispersed! Would it not be better to accompany them for a while longer?" The mysterious expert declined Liu Hao's proposal

Alright, put away your tears, and set aside your childish mentality. From this moment on, your fate will be intertwined with solitude, which will make you strong and enable you to stand tall in this chaotic world

With a whoosh, a silver-blue light flashed, and a soul mark guided by the soul outlined the character "Cao" on the contract

Oh! Liu Hao bit his finger, enduring the pain, and signed his name on the contract

Before Liu Hao could take another glance, the flickering flames ignited, and the contract dissolved into nothingness under their witness.

Captain! Liu Hao shouted with tears in his eyes

Hahaha, I am not a person of this world, yet I have experienced many things of this world. The elder you mentioned earlier is not an ordinary person. Until he permits me to reveal his true identity to you, I can only say that whatever you can imagine about him, he is that vast.

Boring. Come! The mysterious master waved his hand, and a stream of light transformed into a golden rain, gradually revealing the figure of Li Si.

"Fool! Wherever there are people, there are rivers and lakes; wherever there are people, there are grievances and grudges." After saying this, Li Si turned to the mysterious expert and deeply bowed, saying: "Senior, what I am about to say comes from the bottom of my heart. As the saying goes, when a person is about to die, their words are sincere; I am already dead, so these words are even more true"

Fortune and misfortune are interdependent; misfortune may conceal fortune. Your exile from the family to this place may not necessarily be a bad thing. Previously, you were a flower in a greenhouse, having experienced too little. At this moment, you are free as a bird in the sky, and the sea is vast for fish to leap. How can one see a rainbow without experiencing wind and rain? How can one become a great man in chaotic times without enduring setbacks and hardships

Captain, does the Spirit Town still have factions?

Liu Hao let out a deep breath, and without further thought, took out a talisman brush from his waist and was about to sign the contract

This is neither a slave contract nor a master-servant contract, but an equal contract. Once signed, you and I will be close partners. In this world, you may not trust anyone, but you must trust me

To you, I am also a supporter, yet different from others. This time, I will no longer act as a tyrant, but rather as a capable minister, in order to compensate for the small regret in my heart

The train is about to arrive, so prepare your words well to avoid answering off-topic and appearing flustered.

Do not speak unnecessarily! Gong Yong gazed ahead and shouted.

Time is money, and money is life. You need to pay a year's worth of your lifespan as the price to see him. The mysterious expert's eyes became sharp, like a hawk in the sky preparing to hunt.

Alright, I can let you see him, but you must also pay a corresponding price

"Sir, do you think Li Si can accomplish the task?" a trusted aide whispered in his ear

Li Siming felt deeply grateful and vowed to repay in the next life. Li Si bowed deeply once more, then turned to Feng Hao and said: "I must take my leave now; you must listen to the elder's words. Cheer up, a bright tomorrow awaits you"

What is the cost

Peace? Are you joking? In a world filled with malevolent spirits, is there really peace? With families vying for power, engaging in intrigue and deception, is there peace in this world? The Spirit Suppression Court may seem powerful, but can its surface glory compare to the turbulent undercurrents hidden beneath? You are too naive, little brat. Having stayed in your family for too long, your thinking has become rigid.

"Wait, the pen is useless. You must bite your finger, use your blood as a guide, and sign your name on it," Cao Cao said, shaking his head to stop.

"You may leave with peace of mind! I will handle his matters alone." Cao Cao did not speak directly, but he nonetheless addressed his words.

"Do not be surprised, this is the covenant of heaven and earth. Since the covenant has been established, it naturally must return to the embrace of heaven and earth," Cao Cao explained.

"You may speak! I am listening," the mysterious expert said, nodding slightly.