novelraw Chapter 173: James’s true identity
Chapter 173: James’s true identity
"James???"
Alexander was baffled.
This name was too familiar to him. In the real world, he had seen that unfortunate soul countless times as a negative example from the Ghost Restaurant.
At this moment, a beautiful woman suddenly appeared, saying she was looking for someone named James. Alexander, of course, found it strange.
However, he quickly came to his senses and asked in astonishment:
"James is your brother? He’s not the ghost master you mentioned, is he? But didn’t he die in the Ghost Restaurant? Or is it just a coincidence in names?"
"It’s not a coincidence in names! The one who died in the restaurant was my brother James, but also not him!"
Selena said something that sounded contradictory and mysterious before explaining:
"The horrifying world appeared much earlier than you can imagine. My brother told me when he was sixteen that he had entered another world! That year I was only six, and fifteen years have passed since then."
"My brother was very strong. I merely used some items left behind by my brother unintentionally and entered the horrifying world, easily passing the beginner’s test with an SSS rating. With my brother’s help, I never scored below an S in subsequent instance challenges."
"But five years ago, one night, my brother suddenly came to me, excited about refining some treasure, and then disappeared, followed by that video!"
"You mean the Bloody Queen’s video is fake? Why would she do that? With the Bloody Queen’s strength, it shouldn’t take much effort to kill your brother. Why would she go through all that trouble?" Alexander asked, frowning in confusion.
"As I said, my brother’s strength is very strong, perhaps even beyond your imagination! Even the Bloody Queen may not be a match for him, and she couldn’t possibly harm my brother! Because... she and my brother were lovers!"
Selena’s words almost made Alexander jump in shock.
He stared at Selena with wide eyes, suddenly seeming to realize something, and said:
"Wait, you said your brother’s last entry into the horrifying world was to refine a treasure? Is the name of the treasure ’Ghost Pill’?"
"It seems..." Selena thought for a moment, nodding, "It seems that’s the name. It is said to be related to some taboo! According to my brother, he was once a landlord of an apartment building!
I have tried several times to go to the Ghost Restaurant through various means to find the Bloody Queen for answers, but I’ve never met her again! Later, I even heard that ever since you went there, the Bloody Queen has not appeared in the Ghost Restaurant."
Alexander felt his brain was a bit overwhelmed.
The relationships within this were damn too complicated!
The chosen ones’ knowledge of the horrifying world is pitifully limited, so it’s not strange that Selena didn’t know about the Ghost Apartment.
The problem is, according to the information she provided,
James, who was considered by countless people as a negative example and shattered into pieces as soon as he entered the horrifying world, the so-called unluckiest newcomer,
His true identity was the lover of the Bloody Queen, the mysterious former landlord of the Ghost Apartment.
No one knows how James managed to enter the horrifying world fifteen years ago, ahead of everyone else, and then how he attained the position of the landlord of the Ghost Apartment.
If James’s identity was truly the former landlord of the Ghost Apartment, then his strength would indeed be terrifying, as he was one of the two great ghost emperors in the dark hell.
However, a dignified ghost emperor, who clearly died in divine punishment, why would such a video be circulated? What is the Bloody Queen’s purpose, or what is the purpose of the horrifying world?
"Is your purpose in seeking me out to have me personally ask the Bloody Queen where your brother is?" Alexander asked, his mind full of various questions.
"No, please don’t!" Selena shook her head repeatedly, urgently saying, "I want you to investigate my brother’s whereabouts, as I believe he may still be alive but caught in some conspiracy!
Although the Bloody Queen was my brother’s lover in the horrifying world, there’s that video... please don’t attempt to question her, lest you get involved too! I just need you to keep an eye out for clues, and if you can quickly reach the King level, then help me seek confirmation from the Bloody Queen!"
After speaking, Selena, still a little uneasy, instructed again: "Please remember, I don’t want you to get into trouble too. Don’t mention this to the Bloody Queen unless you reach King level. If you want to help me, improve your strength as quickly as possible!"
"Alright! I accept this task!" Alexander finally nodded in agreement. However, he had already secretly resolved to subtly inquire with the Bloody Queen or at least ask Louis when he got back.
Compared to this suddenly emerging investigator, Alexander obviously trusted the Bloody Queen and Louis more. It wasn’t just because he had known them longer, but more importantly, he had confidence in his social talent, his true reliance all along.
People and ghosts might deceive, but talent never would, and goodwill was something others wouldn’t know or control! He could determine someone’s sincerity through their goodwill feedback.
"That’s great!" Seeing Alexander agree, Selena looked very excited and spoke passionately, "Rest assured, I have connections at the United Nations, and no one will pay attention to you anymore! This video surveillance will be deleted, and no one will notice anything unusual about you!"
"Thank you very much!" Alexander smiled but didn’t seem too concerned. He didn’t care much about exposing his identity now, as his strength was already quite strong.
However, who wouldn’t be pleased with less trouble?
"Mr. Alexander, since you have agreed, I won’t disturb you any longer! I wish you a swift improvement in your strength to reach King level! If you don’t mind, you can call me anytime if you have any requests in the future!" Selena said, handing over her business card.
"Any requests?" Alexander raised an eyebrow slightly. She was an investigator for the United Nations, after all; her power was not insignificant.
In Alexander’s warehouse, there were many materials that were of no use and worth little in the horrifying world, but among the chosen ones, they were valuable bestsellers.
Previously, with no outlet, they had only been accumulating in his warehouse. Now, they could be sold through Selena’s connections! With Selena’s status and influence, no one would doubt her.
"Of course, any requests!" Selena nodded, repeating the phrase, a blush crossing her beautiful face.
That blush seemed somehow off.
"Selena..." Alexander paused slightly, sensing that she might have misunderstood something.
He tried to call out to her, but Selena, as if not hearing, quickly walked out. Alexander gave up, thinking that the more he explained, the more likely a misunderstanding would arise.
With Selena’s unexpected visit, Alexander did nothing else but briefly researched online the chosen ones preparing to participate in the Ghost Street Championship.
Then, he reentered the horrifying world.
It was time to begin his final preparations! And of course, to inquire with the Bloody Queen about that mysterious landlord.
What Alexander didn’t know was that shortly after he left, Selena reappeared in the room.
She stared at the place where Alexander had disappeared, lost in thought. After a long while, her lips parted, and she said affectionately, "Dear Alexander..."