A Man Like None Other (Jared Chance) novel Chapter 2706

Chapter 2706 Count On Me

Right after Yuven left, a palace guard burst into the grand hall.

“King Lucian, the leader of Emerald Cauldron Sect, Hosen Holt, requests an audience.”

“Hosen? He just left recently. What could bring him here at this ungodly hour?” Lucian asked with a puzzled expression.

Despite his confusion, Lucian knew he had to show Hosen the deserved respect. After all, Emerald Cauldron Sect had recently formed an alliance with his city, and Hosen had crafted them a cornucopia of precious pills.

“Admit Mr. Holt,” Lucian ordered.

Soon, Hosen was led into the grand hall. Lucian's gaze fell upon his ragged appearance, a stark contrast to the ornate surroundings, and his astonishment slipped into his tone. “Mr. Holt, what happened to you? You look... disheveled.”

Hosen's clothes, a patchwork of tatters and stains, bore the grim signature of a fight. He had fled in haste, with no time to change into more fitting attire.

“King Lucian, please... help me,” Hosen implored.

“Easy, Mr. Holt. Let's take this slowly,” Lucian replied while gesturing for Hosen to take a seat.

After sipping water and gathering his breath, Hosen recounted the upheaval in Emerald Cauldron Sect.

Lucian listened, his astonishment intensifying when he learned of the treacherous coup by Ebenez, who'd long played the loyal subordinate but had secretly colluded with Demonic Cultivators.

“I must be honest; my son's wedding is soon. The celebrations will take a few days,” Lucian revealed.

He could hardly intervene in Emerald Cauldron Sect's affairs during his son's wedding festivities, could he?

Understanding dawned on Hosen. “My heartiest congratulations, King Lucian. In that case, a few days' delay is understandable. After reclaiming Emerald Cauldron Sect, I promise to present you with an extraordinarily precious gift. I will personally concoct a blessing pill for your son. Upon consumption, I guarantee he will be blessed with a healthy child.”

Lucian beamed at the offer. “Haha! I have to thank you in advance then, Mr. Holt. Rest assured, you can count on me to reclaim your sect. I'll assign some of my men to the task.”

Hearing this, Hosen finally allowed himself a satisfied nod, a smile gracing his weary face for the first t