While in Hollywood, I used Taoist magic to quell American terrorism.

Cao Kun looked at the two of them and said, "I've been wondering how there could be such a heaven-defying technique as soul transfer in the world."

Wouldn't that allow one to live indefinitely and achieve a different kind of immortality?

Regardless of whether the secret to immortality even exists, even if it does, it should absolutely not be in the hands of people like these.

Douglas and Sheriff Ford listened intently; clearly, they were also extremely curious about it.

Cao Kun continued, "Therefore, I think this soul transfer technique must have a major flaw."

After speaking with Tanisa, my suspicions were confirmed.

Sheriff Ford hurriedly asked, "What's the defect?"

Cao Kun: "Soul transfer will cause great damage to the soul itself, and one can only transfer three times in a lifetime."

Finally, due to the weakening of his soul, he too would not live long.

Sheriff Ford: "Three transfers, plus your original life, that's four lives, which is long enough."

"Of course, otherwise how could they attract so many powerful and influential people to join them?" Cao Kun continued, "Besides the fact that they can only transfer three times, there is a second drawback."

Before Sheriff Ford and his companion could ask any questions, Cao Kun continued, "As the soul weakens, symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and insomnia will frequently occur."

They are also more susceptible to various mental illnesses than the average person.

For example, mania, depression, autism, amnesia, schizophrenia, personality disorders, or even becoming an idiot.

They also fear strong light, such as camera flash. Once exposed to strong light, their soul and body will temporarily separate.

The person may become lethargic or exhibit symptoms similar to epilepsy.

In short, these symptoms will begin to appear from the second metastasis onwards, and become more severe as time goes on.

The third transfer was spent entirely in agony.

Tanissa and her husband are experiencing their second soul transfer, but they are already experiencing occasional headaches.

After a moment of silence, Douglas asked, "Wouldn't a single transfer be enough to avoid all of this?"

Cao Kun said coldly, "Human greed is insatiable. Having experienced the joy of living again, how could one resist the temptation to do it again?"

Even if we had to do it again, it would come at a huge cost.

Sheriff Ford is a veteran detective; he must have witnessed much of the greed in human nature.

Sheriff Ford solemnly stated, "That's true. Many of the cases I've handled started with greed."

Humans can't even resist the temptation of drugs, so once they've tried the allure of a second chance at life, they can never go back.

Unless, in the first place, you shouldn't touch it at all.

"At the very least, I must kill my own family members and film the whole process; donate half of my wealth; and finally spend a long time in pain, madness, and insanity."

Cao Kun looked at Douglas: "Now, do you still want to join them?"

Douglas's face paled, and he shook his head, saying, "Forget it, I'll just grow old normally."

[I'm afraid that sometimes you have no choice.] Cao Kun silently said to himself.

Sheriff Ford also suppressed his desire for soul transfer and said, "Since Mr. Douglas is not joining them, let's do what we just said and do our best to buy time."

Douglas: "I will. You wait for my news."

Due to the urgency of the situation, Cao Kun and Sheriff Ford did not have dinner at Douglas's house and took their leave.

Five days later.

Douglas called.

Before he could speak, Cao Kun asked directly, "What was the result?"

Douglas didn't answer directly, but said with great seriousness, "Let's talk at my house. I've also called Sheriff Ford."

When Cao Kun arrived, Sheriff Ford had just arrived as well.

It was the same three people as last time, and the same private meeting room.

Douglas looked exhausted and had lost a lot of weight.

Although Cao Kun was anxious, he did not ask any questions.

Sheriff Ford couldn't help but ask first, "Mr. Douglas, how did it go?"

Douglas looked directly at Cao Kun: "They made a condition: they want to see you, Master Cao."

"See me?" Cao Kun frowned.

Douglas: "Yes, they said they want to meet with you before making a decision."

Cao Kun pondered for a moment and roughly guessed what the other party meant.

His face darkened, and he said, "Things are not good."

Sheriff Ford had already guessed something: "Master Cao, they want to test your abilities before deciding whether to take immediate action and whether to give Mr. Douglas face?"

"It's not just that."

Cao Kun said in a serious tone: "Tanisha is currently using Catherine's body."

Since Tanisa initially intended to use this body to inherit Douglas's fortune, how could this cult easily give up such a good thing?

After all, Tanisa had already done the hardest part.

Killing Douglas wouldn't be too difficult for them.

Upon hearing this, Douglas's expression changed drastically.

Sheriff Ford hurriedly asked, "So what do we do now?"

Cao Kun sighed.

If he could, he would love to stop worrying about it.

But he knew even better that, given the cult's style, even if he didn't intervene, they wouldn't let him, an insider, go after they killed Douglas.

Not just him, but also...

Cao Kun glanced at Sheriff Ford, who understood Cao Kun's meaning and his face paled slightly.

Sheriff Ford: "Master Cao, what are you planning to do?"

Douglas also looked over, his expression somewhat tense.

Cao Kun sneered, "Since they want to see me, then let them see me. I want to see what they'll do."

Cao Kun was initially quite wary of this cult.

After all, this is a sect that can grant people a form of immortality, so how terrifying must its strength be over the years?

But after learning about the flaws of soul transfer from Tanisa, he realized he had been overthinking it.

Given so many flaws, it might fool some people, but naturally, many more will remain clear-headed and unwilling to join them.

The strength of this cult needs to be reassessed.

Of course, even if it's not as strong as Cao Kun initially estimated, it certainly won't be weak.

Cao Kun should still be cautious.

Seeing that Cao Kun agreed to meet with them, Douglas breathed a sigh of relief: "Then I'll contact them."

Douglas dialed a number right in front of Cao Kun and Sheriff Ford.

After saying a few words, he quickly hung up.

He put down his phone: "It's all set. Tomorrow at 10 a.m., at Upton Manor."

Sheriff Ford said, "I remember that Upton Manor belongs to the Upton family. Could it be that the Upton family is also a member of this cult?"

"I think so. He's showing off their strength," Cao Kun laughed.

Sheriff Ford asked, puzzled, "Master Cao, what are you laughing at?"

Cao Kun: "Religious sects with real power don't need to display themselves like this. Only those with average strength are eager to show off."

Moreover, they're showcasing their strength by exposing their own members.

After thinking about it, Douglas and Sheriff Ford realized that this was indeed the case, and they both relaxed a bit.

Cao Kun looked at the two of them: "Now, we're all in the same boat."

Douglas understood Cao Kun's meaning: "Once this matter is resolved, you, Master Cao, are free to use the power of my Douglas family."

Sheriff Ford understood as well, and stated, "Me too. If you need me, you can contact me anytime, and I will never refuse."

Cao Kun nodded: "Then let's go and meet these people."