Treasure-hunting: Into the Unknown

"Even if she did trust me, I doubt Susie will give up on the idea of revenge. She's too strong-willed," Zachary remarked. It suddenly dawned on him that he knew how Susie felt. Once upon a time, he too was hell-bent on taking revenge, but it had almost cost him his life.

"Hodge, I can tell that you've been through a lot in life, and that's exactly why I believe you can persuade her. You and I aren't related in anyway and I am in no position to ask such a favor from you, but I hope you'll consider it. I'll do everything in my power to repay you," Jerrold pleaded. Although Jerrold's rank was way higher than Zachary, he was willing to stoop down to Zachary's level to ask for help. Either he trusted Zachary or he loved his granddaughter so much, he was willing to humble himself for her.

"Sir, I'm flattered," Zachary said somewhat embarrassedly. "Well, I will try, but I can't guarantee anything." Moved by what the old man said, he finally caved. Besides, he needed Jerrold's help anyway.

"Thank you. If you need anything, just tell me," Jerrold said, beaming gratef

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"I might've created the Nine-diagram Weapon-refining skill, but it doesn't exclusively belong to my clan now. So, at the end of the day, there's nothing to be proud of," Jerrold said calmly.

Hearing this, Zachary eyed Jerrold silently. He knew that there was a story behind that statement, but he didn't probe further. After all, that was none of his business.

"Grandpa, do you plan on accepting Elder Kingston's challenge?" Susie suddenly asked.

"Well..." Jerrold glanced at Zachary hesitantly. After all, he had just agreed to take Zachary to meet Trevor. However, if he declined to meet Kingston now, the madman would likely keep pestering him...

"Sir, since I'm not in a hurry, how about I go with you? I want to watch a battle between two famous Sage Level weapon refiners!" Zachary proposed. Judging from their conversation, he figured that Kingston was a difficult character. If Jerrold refused him, this would definitely stir up some trouble for Jerrold.

"Thank you for understanding, Hodge. Let's go together then." Jerrold nodded with satisfaction.