Chapter 542: Chapter 188: The Identity of the Cloak Man!

The famed detective Robin Smith, umbrella in hand, slowly emerged from the dark corner of the broken building. Those present were caught off guard by his appearance.

From his posture, it seemed that he had been watching the proceedings for a while.

The emergence of a “third party” on the battlefield led to many subtly changing expressions.

Even Leonard Churchill and Catherine Carter found themselves questioning his intention for showing up now.

Robin’s prestige in Dragon City was not to be underestimated.

His ability… was obvious to all.

As soon as he stepped forward, countless tendrils filled with tumorous growths spread out from his umbrella, casting a nauseating wave of mental pollution that soon enveloped the whole block.

The intent was clear: he intended to intercept Lionheart’s Fifth Tier Master.

However, a mere detective naturally held little regard in the eyes of high-profile nobility.

Young Master Kak, puzzled by the strange interruption, darkly responded, “What do you intend? Your interference here is unwarranted…”

While detectives were known to undertake privatized missions, it was clear to him that there were very few who could afford the services of this renowned detective.

Kak speculated that one of his Lionheart family elders most likely employed Robin to protect Catherine.

Regardless of who it was, any attempts to interfere at this point would be futile!

Not too far off, Catherine was also contemplating. Could it have been her grandfather’s arrangements?

But to their surprise, Robin simply shook his head, and clarified, “Oh no, don’t get me wrong, Young Master Kak. I have no interest in meddling in your family affairs. I am merely here to complete a task that has troubled me for decades.”

Upon hearing this, Kak furrowed his brows. “A task?”

This famous detective was known for solving the unsolvable. Could there have been a case that had troubled him for decades?

That was besides the point.

The main concern was, what exactly was he intending to do?

If he didn’t intend to interfere with the Lionheart family’s affairs, did that mean he didn’t plan to save Catherine?

Could it have been for the fugitive instead?

Upon hearing this, even Leonard, who was in the midst of battle, came to understand, asking himself, “Could he be after me?”

He remembered their previous fight vividly; he had nearly lost his life to this man.

But what did he mean now?

Why hadn’t he shown up when they were on the brink of perishing against Lieutenant Colonel Bolton, but chose to show up now?

Before anyone had a chance to ponder further, Robin expressed, “Apologies, but due to privacy concerns, I cannot divulge the details regarding this task. I only suggest that you all sit this one out, especially you, Colonel Hays, and the rest of the masters.”

Colonel Hays, was the Fifth Tier master standing beside Kak.

Upon hearing this, everyone present understood that the famous detective was merely trying to prevent several higher-tier card masters from intervening, while not interfering with anything else.

This statement, however, only served to confuse everyone further. What exactly did he mean by that?

He had said he wasn’t going to help.

But by placing a hold on several of the strongest, wasn’t that taking sides?

However, Leonard seemed to have some understanding.

By holding off these high-tier card masters, was he creating an opportunity for a fair duel between him and Abel?

It seemed the detective didn’t care who lived or who died.

In fact, it seemed more like he was merely curious about the outcome of this fight?

…

The eccentric behavior of famous detective Robin Smith was well-known amongst the Federation’s upper class society.

Although this man was powerful and mysterious, he would only undertake tasks that piqued his interest.

Several influential figures had tried to curry favor with him, but to no avail.

Kak still couldn’t figure out what exactly the detective intended to do.

However, Catherine Carter had to die today!

Kak declared sternly, “This is an internal affair of the Lionheart family, you best stay out of it…”

In response to Kak’s warning, Robin only smiled serenely, adjusted his monocle, and countered, “Young Master Kak, there’s no need for threats. The task is more important than my own life. Regardless of the situation, I must intervene.”

This statement cast a somber atmosphere over the scene.

Both parties involved fully understood the gravity of the situation. It wouldn’t simply end with a few exchanged words.

Kak faced Robin with a stern gaze, making his intentions clear.

Any further delay and the situation would be harder to control.

Colonel Hayes made no effort to hide his intentions. The silhouette of a Curse Spirit Shadow, a one-eyed giant with eight arms, appeared behind him.

The appearance of the 10-meter-tall giant brought an overpowering aura of a fifth-tier card master. Everyone present felt their breath hitch.

Having no intention to waste time in squabbles, Colonel Hays immediately unsheathed his Containment Card, materializing a magnificently carved staff surrounded by a thick aura of Curse Power.

Almost simultaneously, the one-eyed giant behind him materialized eight forty-meter-long rods in each of its hands.

Hays’s expression hardened as he abruptly raised his staff towards the sky, triggering a High Tier Martial Skill that instantaneously targeted Leonard.”Mystery·Thousand-Stick Burying God!”

Leonard, having overheard the previous conversation, had sensed a looming threat and had prepared to dodge.

But the decisive actions of the Fifth Tier Colonel left him no chance.

A High-tier Martial Skill was being used against a Second Tier fighter – akin to using a cannon to kill a mosquito, and no mercy was shown.

The air around him seemed to thicken as if bound by a high-level law, even before the stick shadows could land their onslaught.

The moment Leonard saw the sky filled with stick shadows, he felt a pressure as if a mountain was pressing down on him.

Leonard’s muscles tightened to their utmost extent in an attempt to flee, but he found himself unable to move even half a step!