Xu Ruolan's words sent Chen Lin's emotions surging.
But he did not back down. He still decided to visit that Kaiyuan City. The place had too much to do with him; he would never feel at ease without seeing it himself.
Moreover, this Kaiyuan City lay in the southern part of the continent.
It was on the route he had to take to reach the Central Continent, so visiting it would not delay him.
Having made his decision, Chen Lin waited in the courtyard, slowly recovering from his physical exertion.
No matter how urgent things were, they had to sell the belongings here. Sword Lake was a long way away, and he needed ample funds for the journey.
Especially for crossing the Sword Sea.
Flying was impossible in the depths of the Sword Sea. He would have to travel aboard a large merchant ship, and that would not come cheap.
A few hours later.
Those who had gone out began returning one after another.
Everyone came back empty-handed, excitement on their faces. Chen Lin could not be bothered to ask whether they had sold the items or hidden them away. Those things were only worth small change; selling the house was where the real money lay.
The Old Butler returned last.
He brought bad news.
"My lord, none of the brokers in the city dare to sell this residence, and no one dares to buy it. I had someone ask several powerful experts, but they all said they would be willing to make an offer if the Ye Lineage were selling it. If anyone else were selling, it would be difficult for them to get involved."
"I see."
Chen Lin frowned.
In truth, he had expected as much.
The Ye Lineage was powerful, after all. Apart from those affiliated with