Chapter 2351

"You can lay off the sweet talk and the boasting. I've been around the block, so I'm not that gullible," Perseus said with a calm expression, having matured beyond his youthful naiveté. He wouldn't readily open up to someone based on a few pleasantries. His judgment of Hogan remained consistent—he was not a good person. "You see, we're both grown men here, so let's just get to the point. What is it that you want from me?" Perseus asked as he picked a random rock to sit on, nonchalantly lit a cigarette, and regarded Hogan with an indifferent expression. Hogan was clearly taken aback by Perseus' sharp perception and directness, which completely thwarted his attempts at emotional manipulation and ingratiation. Nevertheless, Hogan, being the seasoned and shrewd operator he was, swiftly formulated a plan. He looked at Perseus and asked directly, "Do you seek immortality? Do you want to be the strongest person in the world?" "Nope," Perseus replied almost instantly, his head shaking vi