Chapter 461 Pearl's Secret Plan

Without even letting them absorb the shock further, Ricky immediately directed to Soar and Tina to leave. He already had the skeleton in his zone, so it was pointless for them to stay any longer.

"Pearl, I believe that this was an eventful exchange and we already have what we want. It's now time for us to leave. Thank you very much."

Ricky immediately turned around, prepared to leave the premise already. If Pearl had any intentions of keeping them for sinister reasons, Ricky might have to use the power of his Chaotic Fire Zone to escape.

He had a hunch that Pearl was hiding something wicked despite her sweet and elegant facade. He sensed it through his three zones.

Pearl, on the other hand, was not a foolish woman. She might be surprised from the previous events, but she managed to immediately compose herself. "Ricky, am I that repulsive to you? Why are you in such a hurry to leave?" she asked as she alluringly reached out her hand to stop Ricky from leaving.

"Oh, of course not, Pearl. What made you think like that? We are in danger now more than ever since we now hold the treasures we won from the auction. The longer we stay here, the more we risk ourselves in getting into danger. There are numerous warriors outside waiting for me. None of them harbor any good intention. I'm sure you know well about that," Ricky explained.

"Yes, I know that. I'm aware that they have a target on your head," Pearl said, smiling. She alluringly pulled herself closer to Ricky, intending to attract him with her perfect figure and beauty.

"So, I'm going to offer you something. If it doesn't bother you, you can stay here as long as you wish. You can even live here until the selection competition of the Oriental College starts. I'm sure that no one in the Oriental Realm dares to break into this place."

"I am grateful for your kindness, Pearl. We really appreciate it. But we have to rely on ourselves in this world, don't we? So, I'm afraid it's better for us if we leave now," Ricky humbly responded and declined her offer.

"You don't believe me?" Pearl asked, a hint of sadness in her voice.

"Oh, no, that's not what I meant. It's just we are not that familiar," Ricky replied. "So, please excuse us. We have to go now. If we will see each other someday in the future, it would be nice if we get to share a good meal together."

Ricky paused for a moment and then continued, "I'm sure you will not force us to stay."

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ne genius in the Oriental Realm.

Ricky, Soar, and Tina, on the other hand, were about to walk out of the palace.

"Please stay for a while, Master Ricky," Vito called out behind Ricky. He was running toward Ricky, panting heavily.

"Vito, you don't have to call me Master Ricky. That is too much for me. I'm merely a demi-immortal," Ricky humbly suggested as he waited for Vito to catch up.

Ricky neither liked nor disliked Vito. He was okay with him.

"Ha-ha, strength does not define a person's status, Master Ricky! When I make friends with others, those things are just trivial for me." Vito smiled genuinely. "Personally, what matters for me is wealth and personality."

Vito was straightforward and candid. Principles were what mattered for him when he chose his friends.

He added, "But of course, character is the most important part. I don't want my friends to be corrupt. I don't like the feeling of being betrayed."

"Ha-ha, you are so frank, Vito. If you want to be a friend of mine, we can talk about it later. At least after I walk out of the Oriental City alive." A small smile broke into Ricky's face.

"Ha-ha. You sound so optimistic. I'm sure you will make it." Vito smiled back.

Meanwhile, he patted Ricky on his shoulders heavily.

The moment Vito touched his body, Ricky felt that Vito just put something on his neck.

He was perplexed. But he did not show it. "Well, Vito, I'll see you later. I hope I get to see you again," Ricky said.

"Of course. See you then," Vito said as he burst into laughter.

After that small exchange, Ricky, Soar, and Tina walked out of the palace as soon as they could.