Chapter 557

Adrian’s interest was piqued. As he sat down in front of the old man, Carver’s eyes squinted and asked, “Do you have a cigarette?” Adrian took out his pack and handed a stick to him before looking at Carver’s pants—to where his limbs should have been. “How did you lose your legs?” Adrian asked. Carver took a puff of the cigarette and heaved a long sigh. However, he did not answer Adrian’s question. Instead, he asked, “Would you like me to tell you your fortune once more?” Adrian nodded. “I’d like to know who will become the next legate. Are you able to help me with this?” Carver merely smiled. “I’m sorry but I can’t tell you that. It’s a secret.” “Haven’t you already revealed such a secret once sixteen years ago?” Adrian asked. Carver shook his head. “That was different. I was the one who sought you out back then, but you’re the one who has come to seek me this time. “Let’s put it this way. You didn’t want to know the answer sixteen years ago, but you do now.” Adrian knew tha