Chapter 234

After hanging up, Icarus leisurely made his way to the vegetable garden. ... At 8:20 pm, Icarus arrived at the Johanson residence. The so-called influential figure who was waiting for him was none other than Brock. When Icarus had heard Melinda refer to the man as a "big figure" earlier, he suspected it would be Brock. While he generally preferred not to deal with military officials, the promise of the demon beast's inner cores was tempting enough to bring him here. Increasing his cultivation was his top priority. As soon as Brock saw Icarus, he stood up and smiled. "Dr. Frye, we've met before." Icarus nodded. "Not only that, I've also met your granddaughter a few times." Brock chuckled, "I asked Holly to approach you simply to arrange a meeting with you. I hope you won't hold it against her." "If you'd just offered the demon beast's inner cores upfront, we could have skipped the games," Icarus replied bluntly. Melinda, watching the exchange, was astonished by Brock's respe