Female Novel
Chapter 1197: Tomb Within A Tomb
Chapter 1197: Tomb within a Tomb
As Devil's Frown spoke those words, his face contorted in frustration. He had sent GuardianMichael with a group to Jefferson Village to seize the Dragon Emblem fragment. Little did he expectthat the bumbling Guardian Michael would fail to secure it, only to have it taken by Chris Shelby.And then, Guardian Michael had the audacity to defect to Chris Shelby's East Coast Martial Hall,taking on the ridiculous moniker-Piggy! Devil's Frown couldn't help but seethe at Piggy'sincompetence. Even as a pig, he was utterly useless.novelbin
Peterson Abernathy's gaze flickered upon hearing Devil's Frown's words. Initially, the Abernathyfamily had closed off their estate at their grandfather Destiny's behest. However, Devil's Frownshared a secret with Peterson Abernathy, revealing the existence of another Dragon Emblemfragment hidden in Jefferson Village. Tempted by the power the Dragon Emblem wielded, PetersonAbernathy decided to go against his grandfather's wishes and seek out the relic. The promise ofincreasing the Abernathy family's influence once Lord Dragon's treasure emerged was too enticingto pass up. Peterson Abernathy smiled faintly and assured Devil's Frown, "If you help the Abernathyfamily secure the Dragon Emblem fragment, we will not forget your contribution."
In gratitude, Devil's Frown grinned, "Mr. Abernathy, once we obtain the Dragon Emblem fragment, Ionly need the Abernathy family's assistance in rebuilding the Ghost Sect!" Peterson Abernathychuckled heartily, "A mere trifle for the Abernathy family! Once we find the Dragon Emblemfragment, we will undoubtedly aid you in rebuilding the Ghost Sect!" To Peterson Abernathy, tradingthe Ghost Sect for a Dragon Emblem fragment was a bargain. Moreover, Devil's Frown's enmitywith Chris Shelby was advantageous to Peterson Abernathy, giving him another reason to enlistDevil's Frown's help. "Thank you, Mr. Abernathy!" Devil's Frown's face lit up with joy. Rebuilding theGhost Sect was no easy task. Initially, Devil's Frown had relied on the Wind family's support tocreate the sect. But with the Wind family eradicated by Chris Shelby, he now depended on the
Abernathy family's strength. The Abernathy family, as one of the prestigious heritage families andformer royal lineage, possessed the necessary resources to assist Devil's Frown in resurrecting theGhost Sect effortlessly.
Feeling the weight of his decisions, Devil's Frown acknowledged that, given his currentcircumstances, he had to let go of his desire for the Dragon Emblem fragment to focus on rebuildingthe Ghost Sect. Despite his initial reluctance to part with the relic, he knew that without the power toback it up, owning such a treasured artifact would spell his demise. This reality made him resentfultowards Chris Shelby. It was Chris Shelby who had orchestrated the downfall of his Ghost Sect andthe Wind family, leaving him with nowhere to turn. However, Devil's Frown understood theruthlessness of the world he lived in, where power ultimately decided one's fate.
Turning his gaze towards the grave of Edmund Jefferson, Peterson Abernathy inquired curiously,"Devil's Frown, how could a remote place like Jefferson Village house two Dragon Emblemfragments?" Each Dragon Emblem fragment had the potential to incite chaos and bloodshed. Thefact that Jefferson Village concealed two fragments of the emblem was nothing short of astonishing.Devil's Frown explained with a smile, "Mr. Abernathy, I have uncovered a startling secret through myresearch. The tomb of Edmund Jefferson is a tomb within a tomb, not only housing EdmundJefferson but also a legendary figure from a century ago who once shook the entire Amerosianmartial world-Victor Yellowbird!"
This revelation left Peterson Abernathy astonished. Victor Yellowbird was a renowned figure in theAmerosian martial world, a legend from a tumultuous era when the Highcrest Dynasty was indecline. Victor Yellowbird, a former disciple of the Highcrest Temple who later founded theYellowbird House, had garnered great fame in the south with his unique martial arts skills. The factthat Edmund Jefferson and Victor Yellowbird, two friends who had each obtained a Dragon Emblemfragment, were buried together was a testament to their formidable strength and reputation asmartial masters. After Victor Yellowbird passed away, Edmund Jefferson had arranged to be buriedalongside him, instructing his descendants to bury him with the two Dragon Emblem fragments.
Peterson Abernathy couldn't help but sigh, "Who would have thought that Jefferson Villageharbored such a hidden history?" He expressed concern about the monumental task of excavatingVictor Yellowbird's tomb within the massive grave of Edmund Jefferson. The daunting size ofEdmund Jefferson's tomb had proven challenging for Chris Shelby and his group, illustrating thedifficulty of unearthing Victor Yellowbird's resting place. Devil's Frown suggested, "Peter Jefferson,the mayor of Jefferson Village and a direct descendant of Edmund Jefferson, likely knows thelocation of Victor Yellowbird's tomb. Why not capture him and interrogate him?"
Peterson Abernathy's eyes lit up at the idea. Peter Jefferson had displayed remarkable strengthwhen he single-handedly defeated several elders of the Abernathy family during their previousencounter. Despite later sustaining injuries by Peterson Abernathy himself, Peter Jeffersonremained a formidable opponent. The presence of such a powerful martial artist in a small villagelike Jefferson Village took Peterson Abernathy by surprise. He ordered, "Summon Peter Jefferson tome!" Within moments, several elders from the Abernathy family brought the weakened PeterJefferson before them. The aged Peter Jefferson, no longer the vigorous figure he once was, borethe scars of battle and age. Peterson Abernathy smiled at Peter Jefferson and inquired, "Mr.Jefferson, as a direct descendant of Edmund Jefferson and the village mayor, do you know thewhereabouts of Victor Yellowbird's tomb?"
Upon hearing Peterson Abernathy's question, a steely glint appeared in Peter Jefferson's eyes ashe realized the true reason behind the Abernathy family's presence. Having suspected their motivessince their arrival in Jefferson Village, Peter Jefferson was quick to grasp their intentions. After all,Jefferson Village, a remote backwater, would not have attracted the attention of the Abernathyfamily without the promise of the Dragon Emblem fragment.