Catastrophe Card King
Chapter 1803: After modification - 547 The Mysterious Person Who Entered the City with a Jar_3

Chapter 1803: After modification: Chapter 547 The Mysterious Person Who Entered the City with a Jar_3

It’s nice to have someone who knows this secret.

Leonard Churchill, being an outsider, is just the right person.

"Grandchild?"

Leonard Churchill was genuinely surprised upon hearing this.

Didn’t this guy say before that all his relatives were killed by his own younger brother? He didn’t even have a son, so how could he have a grandchild?

And considering his semi-mechanical body, it didn’t seem like he could have children in his old age either...

Afraid that Leonard might misunderstand and think he had hidden something, Lenny explained, "I only found out recently. It was something from my younger days..."

Leonard understood; it was probably an illegitimate child.

The woman didn’t say anything before, for some reason, and only mentioned now.

Judging by the old man’s expression, there was likely some hidden story behind it.

But Lenny didn’t continue, awkwardly pausing as he said, "My old face doesn’t matter, but it’s not convenient to mention that old friend..."

"..."

Leonard didn’t pry further into people’s private matters.

But Lenny had said enough; he had already guessed most of it. Clearly, the woman must have been someone of significant status.

She was likely a high-ranking member of the Orlan Royal Court, maybe even someone Camilla and Tracy Garcia knew.

...

Leonard chatted on, not planning to leave.

Lenny, growing anxious, reminded him again, "Leonard, brother, do you still have business in Sinless City? What I mean is, if not, it’s best to leave as soon as possible."

Leonard cut to the chase, "How much do you know?"

Hearing his tone, Lenny quickly realized that Leonard probably knew something about the Orlan Royal Court, and might have come specifically because of it.

His brow furrowed instantly, the gleam in his eyes showing the complexity of his internal conflict.

Finally, he spoke, "I don’t know what will happen. But my old friend warned me... that in five days, no matter what, we must leave Sinless City."

He didn’t care about the Orlan Royal Court; he had nothing to fear.

And he really didn’t know anything else, so speaking wouldn’t change anything.

"..."

Leonard fell into deep thought.

He understood Lenny knew no more than this.

But the message was already sufficient.

He had to leave the city, which meant the coming crisis could possibly wipe out all of Sinless City?

Heh... so they’re planning something big after all.

Could it be a sacrifice?

Leonard recalled the Silver Moon Sect’s previous sacrificial battle that wiped out a million residents in Talon Mechanical City. Those guys really could pull it off.

But conditions weren’t the same now.

Sinless City is the stronghold of the Iris Legion, filled with experts. It wouldn’t be easy for anyone to invade.

It must be another method.

Leonard’s thoughts quickly scattered, considering various possibilities.

He found the situation increasingly intriguing.

...

As Leonard pondered silently, the actors on stage retreated and the auction event began.

Lenny grew more anxious.

Before he could say anything, Leonard stated, "Leave this to me. I’ll help you save your grandchild."

"Huh?"

Lenny was stunned, unable to react for a moment.

Leonard calmly reiterated, "I mean, I’ll help you buy your grandchild and get him to a safe place."

"This..."

Lenny’s expression turned very complex upon hearing this.

He might not trust anyone else, but he knew Leonard’s capabilities. Back when Leonard reached the Sixth Tier, his power already rivaled a Legendary Card Master, far surpassing his own.

Could it really be possible?

Lenny’s eyes filled with intense hope, his voice trembling as he asked, "Leonard, do you... do you think you can do it?"

His emotions were in turmoil.

Nobody could have guessed how he felt when he first learned from his old friend that he still had a living descendant. It was as if God had given him a gift, the biggest driving force for him to keep living.

He could care less about his own life, but he couldn’t abandon his bloodline.

Even though he couldn’t ensure his safety even at the cost of his life, Leonard’s words were like a lifeline.

He knew the young man before him wasn’t one to make empty promises.

What if...

Before Lenny’s complex feelings could brew further, Leonard calmly said, "Yes. It’s not a big problem."

Upon hearing this, Lenny was struck with euphoria, standing frozen, the tremor in his eyes reflecting his excitement, "Then you... you..."

With too many words in his mouth, the old man started to stumble, "Leonard, will it be too dangerous for you? Do you need my help in any way? Anything at all..."

"It’s a small matter. I can handle it myself."

Leonard didn’t elaborate.

Though uncertain of Lenny’s plan, it seemed he had come alone.

The risk was probably high also.

But for Leonard, it wasn’t a big deal.

While he wasn’t capable of dealing with Grand Marshal Andre, saving a slave from the auction posed no risk.

Hearing this, Lenny finally let out a breath of relief.

He abandoned his nearly impossible plan and discreetly left the first-floor hall, evading suspicion.

Meanwhile, Leonard sent a clone to remain on the first floor.

In no time, the auction began.

As Leonard’s list showed, the auction featured top-quality slaves from the East Wilderness.

Some were the captured young noblewomen of the Federation, others were high-tier card masters taken prisoner.

The descriptions didn’t state how these prisoners were captured, but Leonard knew several of them were elite guards from a secret base of the Orlan Royal Court.