Condemning the Heavens

Xue Wei did not need the female ghost to tell him that this building was the Whispering Oak Inn, and while it did not at all resemble an inn, Xue Wei had learned that this Ghost Realm was different in every way from the world of the living.

Glancing around the square once more, he picked up his pace, and walked towards the building. Others noticed his movements and the determination in his walk, and while they were rather surprised, and somewhat stumped by his strong posture, they also felt a tinge of respect.

They all feared the Whispering Oak Inn, but this man seemed not to sense the dread and danger that was connected with entering that place.

Xue Wei could sense the many gazes that were on them, but he did not care for it. He was not a ghost, so while the others might fear the ones behind the Whispering Oak Inn, he did not. He was sure that whoever was behind this faction would be interested in what he could offer them.

Naturally, he was not willing to offer them something in exchange for nothing. However, he also understood that if he was generous with the rewards, then he was much more likely to locate the ones that they were looking for.

As the trio reached the entrance, Xue Wei raised an eyebrow in surprise. They had placed guards just inside the door, waiting to examine anyone who tried to enter.

This proved that their power was not to be belittled as a faction. The cities had guards, as they could offer spirit liquid in return for the services provided, but a private faction was capable of doing the same.

Xue Wei did not need to think twice to know that they were famous, not only due to the information network, but also due to them using force to harvest spirit liquid to keep their faction running.

The only reason that they could be so brazen about it was due to the faction's background. All the strongest powerhouses in the Ghost Realm belonged to this faction.

Xue Wei was aware that while he was no ghost, he still had to be alert when dealing with these hegemons. While he would not be able to be harvested and turned into spirit liquid, he would still be in a disadvantageous position if the ghosts were much stronger than him.

Lan was still able to hold his head high against most common ghosts, but as soon as they met the real experts of the Ghost Realm, even Lan would be unable to withstand them, as he had sealed his own powers.

Although Xue Wei noticed the guards, he merely nodded his head to greet them before he strode into the building.

The guards were shocked and somewhat disgruntled. Everyone who entered the Whispering Oak Inn would treat them as deities, but this young man did not. However, even if he did not revere them, and they were upset about it, they did not cause a scene. They understood that they, as mere guards, would not be able to handle the consequences of their actions.

Lan and Xue Wei were equally surprised to see the unhappy expression on these ghosts' faces, and that they swallowed down their unhappiness. Clearly, the Whispering Oak Inn was horrifying, even for those who worked there.

However, while Xue Wei understood that the Whispering Oak Inn was a terrifying place for ghosts, what he saw was an excellent opportunity to reach their goals. The more horrifying the place was, the more power it held, the better it would be for them.

Xue Wei looked around in the dim-lit foyer. There was a reception with a female ghost behind the counter, sorting some paperwork, and seemingly very focused on her task.

The foyer was of a rather impressive size, and there were chairs and tables placed in small groups, and a few of them were occupied by a few ghosts, but most of the place was deserted.

Xue Wei could feel that many were observing them secretly, but he did not feel intimidated. He was certain that his proposal would interest this place.

While he did not know much about the Whispering Oak Inn, the fact that many were fearing them this much proved that they were willing to do almost anything, as long as it would benefit them.

It was precisely due to this assumption that Xue Wei did not fear them. Working together with him would benefit them much more than if he was killed, especially since they could not even harvest his spirit liquid.

Xue Wei walked to the reception desk, but the female ghost who was waiting behind the counter did not raise her head to look at him, and continued to sort the papers in front of her instead.

Xue Wei politely waited for her. He did nothing to make her aware of his presence, as he knew that she had definitely noticed him long ago.

Lan was coiled into a ball on his shoulder, and the female ghost that they had saved was standing three steps behind Xue Wei.

While Xue Wei was not scared, she was horrified. She knew what rumors were swirling around the Whispering Oak Inn, and knew that she would have no chance of survival if Xue Wei failed in his business discussions.

Even so, she did not regret telling Xue Wei about this place. She understood that she had been saved by him, and even if her life ended up forfeited, she would not regret it.

Time went by slowly, and the receptionist ghost was feeling rather surprised. Xue Wei was not feeling any pressure from waiting, he did not seem impatient or annoyed. In fact, a playful smile was hanging on his lips, and the receptionist was starting to feel somewhat worried.

Had she perhaps annoyed a big shot?