Rebirth of the Innkeeper's Wife: She's Not to Be Messed With

Chapter 69 Trading

Upon hearing this, I immediately rushed to the landfill.

The landfill reeked of decay, and the dim lights flickered intermittently.

In the corner, I found Grandpa Zhang's son, the one whose soul had been drained. His eyes were vacant, he was muttering to himself, and his body was twitching uncontrollably.

I crouched down to check on his condition and tried to stabilize his soul with some simple spiritual power, but the effect was minimal.

Just as I was worrying, a dark shadow flashed by, and I stood up alertly.

A man in black robes appeared before them, letting out a low laugh, "Here you are!"

I glared at him. "You're the one who did this! Why did you do it?"

The man in black robes slowly approached. "All of this is to awaken the evil beings slumbering beneath this city. The souls of these people are the sacrifices. And you, with your special power, are also part of the plan."

I was shocked; I never imagined there was such a huge conspiracy behind it all.

I clenched my fist and stared intently at him, saying, "With me here, do you think you can succeed? You can only resort to tricks when you can't beat someone."

"What? Are you scared! And as long as I can win, what do you care what I use?" With that, he rushed forward and started fighting with Huan Yuechu.

The black-robed man's attacks were all deadly. While I was fighting, I also had to protect Grandpa Zhang's son. When the black-robed man saw that I was protecting him so much, he focused his attacks on his weak points.

The key point is that this man in black robes is a powerful figure, far superior to the small fry I used to be. I gradually became overwhelmed, and after a few moves, I was at a disadvantage.

"Wu Lai, protect him for me."

With my current strength, if I didn't protect him, I could have fought the man in black robes to a draw. But I never expected to encounter someone so strong. There are always people stronger than you.

Just then, the pendant on my chest suddenly emitted a light that enveloped me, and my power instantly increased.

I seized the opportunity and unleashed a full-force attack, but the man in black robes easily dodged my attack and raised his hand to release a dark light that struck me.

I stepped aside to dodge, but at that moment, the stone pendant emitted a faint light and blocked the attack.

Taking advantage of the man's surprise, I quickly approached him and ripped off his black robe.

However, there was no one under the black robe, only a cloud of black mist, which then gradually dissipated.

I was stunned. What on earth was going on?

However, I didn't have time to think about it. I went to Grandpa Zhang's son's side and found that he was in a daze and had a faint evil aura about him.

I crept closer and heard him muttering to himself, as if his mind was being controlled.

I quietly circled around behind him, lightly touched his back with my fingers, and a ray of spiritual light silently entered his body. This spiritual power could temporarily make up for the missing soul.

In an instant, Huan Yuechu saw some blurry images. In the images, a man in black robes was casting a spell on the man, and next to him was the puppet.

Just then, the man seemed to sense danger, turned around abruptly, and lunged at Huan Yuechu with bloodshot eyes.

Huan Yuechu dodged to the side, formed a hand seal, and a golden light shot towards the man.

After being hit, the man briefly regained some consciousness.

Huan Yuechu seized the opportunity to ask, "Who attacked you?"

The man clutched his head in anguish, managing to utter a few words with difficulty, "Antiques...box..." Before he could finish speaking, he was enveloped by evil energy again and went mad once more.

Huan Yuechu realized that this antique box must be the key.

However, at this moment, the most urgent task is to quickly and safely escort Grandpa Zhang's agitated son back to his side. If it is delayed, there may be unexpected complications and unforeseen changes.

Huan Yuechu moved with lightning speed, easily subduing the man who had fallen into a frenzy.

I thought he was too noisy, so I knocked him out and took him home.

They arrived back at Grandpa Zhang's place in no time.

When Grandpa Zhang saw this scene from afar, his heart was filled with a mix of emotions, like a bottle of mixed flavors had been spilled.

I told Grandpa Zhang the truth of the matter.

He felt both heartbroken for his son's current condition and extremely anxious.

Then, as if grasping at a last straw, Grandpa Zhang anxiously pleaded with me, "Boss lady, can you think of a way to save my son?"

Faced with Grandpa Wang's hopeful gaze, I couldn't help but look embarrassed and shake my head helplessly, indicating that I was truly unable to help him with my current abilities.

After all, the reason I was able to save Grandma Li before was simply because there was some special connection between Grandpa Zhang and me.

As for Grandpa Zhang's son...

"Sir, your son's condition is far too serious; I'm afraid I can't help you!"

After hearing my words, Grandpa Zhang's already dim eyes became even more empty and lifeless, as if he had lost all hope.

His trembling lips parted slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end it only turned into a long sigh.

Nevertheless, Grandpa Zhang mustered his spirits and spoke in a hoarse and low voice.

“My child, I know you’ve done your best. It’s all fate… But how can I just watch my son go insane like this? What will he do after we’re gone?” As he spoke, two streams of tears slowly slid down his weathered face.

Seeing Grandpa Zhang's heartbroken state, I truly had no way to offer him any further help.

Even though reality is cruel, I really can't get too involved... otherwise, I'm afraid you won't be able to handle the final outcome.

Just then, a thought suddenly flashed through Grandpa Zhang's mind—some secret topics about the inn that he had heard from the older generation.

These topics seemed to have been buried deep beneath the dust of time, but now they surfaced so clearly in his mind.

Without the slightest hesitation, Grandpa Zhang blurted out almost instinctively, "Boss lady, I want to make a deal with you."

However, he himself was somewhat surprised when he said those words.

But since we've already brought it up, for the sake of the child's future, we might as well get to the bottom of it.

I was taken aback when I heard this.

Then, I quickly adjusted my expression, pretending to be completely unaware, and said with a smile, "Grandpa, are you joking with me? Our small business has nothing worth you trading."

Grandpa Zhang ignored my words and stared at me sharply, slowly saying, "Madam, I know the inn's background perfectly well. You don't need to fob me off."

Knowing that Grandpa Zhang had heard some rumors, Huan Yuechu decided not to hide it anymore and said calmly, "Grandpa, even if you know some of the rumors, they may not be true. Besides, my little shop has always only done business with people who are destined to be there."