The Ex-Con Who Conquered the World novel Chapter 177

Chapter 177 Total Mystery

Chapter 177 Total Mystery

Stefan let out a quiet breath. He could feel it-the spiritual energy here was several times denser than outside. For a martial cultivator, that kind of atmosphere needed no explanatio

This was the kind of place money couldn’t buy.

On top of that, Shane had kept the cultivation sanctum mostly untouched. Sure, he’d cleane it up a bit, but the stone tables, the benches, even the mysterious markings carved into the walls-all of it was still there.

For a martial cultivator, that alone made it worth studying.

Shane gestured around them. “Mr. Bryant, this is why I bought the island and built the estate on top of it. The mansion, the gardens, the landscaping-it’s all just a cover. A way to hid what’s really here.”

Stefan didn’t hesitate. “You did the right thing, Shane. And I’m not gonna sugarcoat it—if wor of this place gets out, some old and powerful groups are gonna come knocking. When that happens, even the Winter family won’t be able to protect you.”

Shane nodded slowly. “I know. That’s actually why I want to give this island to you. You’ve saved my life twice now. And honestly? This sanctum belongs in your hands. You’re the one who can actually use it. Plus… I trust you to keep it safe.”

Stefan took a deep breath. He knew exactly how valuable this gift was.

To certain hidden martial cultivator circles, this ancient sanctum was priceless. Money didn’t even come into it.

If he put it on the market tomorrow for ten billion dollars, people would still be lining up to buy it.

He looked at Shane. “Alright. I won’t pretend this isn’t a big deal. This sanctum… it really mean: a lot to my training. Thank you.”

Shane grinned. “Mr. Bryant, there’s no need to be polite with me. I’m just glad you accepted.”

He laughed and followed Stefan back up out of the underground sanctum.

When they reached the main hall of the mansion, Shane called everyone together. He introduced Stefan formally. “From now on, Mr. Bryant is the master of Azure Dragon Mansion.”

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Yvonne inclined her head respectfully. “Mr. Bryant.”

The others followed her lead, bowing slightly.

Stefan gave a small nod. He took in Yvonne’s poised appearance-composed, professional, sharp. Her service so far had been flawless. He couldn’t ask for a better housekeeper.

Shane smiled, “Mr. Bryant, let’s keep going. I’ll show you the rest.”

“Good,” Stefan said.

He was the owner here now. He needed to know the place inside and out.

the lights of the estate blazed to life all at once. Vivid colors reflected off the water, himmering under the night sky.

From a distance, the whole island looked like a brilliant pearl set perfectly into the surface o Azure Dragon Lake.

Around the lake, high-end residential communities and villa districts had sprung up over the years. The location alone made them wildly expensive.

Tonight, residents in those nearby buildings noticed the lights.

“Big news. The owner of Azure Dragon Mansion just showed up.”

Word spread fast. One person told another, and soon anyone still awake in the luxury apartments around the lake stepped out onto their balconies to see for themselves.

Back when the island was first bought by some mysterious buyer, it had already caught the attention of River City’s elite. Wealthy families and local power players had tried digging into who it was. No one found out.

Construction began soon after. Visitors to Azure Dragon Lake Park brought binoculars just to watch from afar as the gardens took shape: lovely pavilions, artificial hills, and streams fed directly from the lake. Every detail was carefully planned.

About a year ago, construction finally finished.

On the night it was completed, every light on the island turned on at once. The glow lit up the entire lakefront. It looked like a massive multicolored pearl floating in the middle of the water.

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