"Alright, I don't need to see any other types of houses in Vientiane Bay."Liam's voice suddenly rang out. He pulled out the Centurion Black Card that Howser had given him and tossed it in front of Lilly icily."I'll take the four hundred and thirty square meter house. Now that I have a house in Vientiane Bay, I should be able to buy that hundred-square-meter house. Or, do you have some new policy?""I..."Lilly was stunned. Clearly, she had not expected the turn of events.A mocking smile flashed across Lilly's face. She sneered and said disdainfully, "What are you thinking? Have you gone mad, wanting to buy a house? Do you think you can buy the most expensive house in Vientiane Bay with just a card? Do you even know how much that house costs? Now, you think you own a house in Vientiane Bay? Do you think I'm the one who's crazy, or are you out of your mind?"Lilly's face was full of ridicule.Isabela grew anxious as she quickly tugged at Liam. "Liam, what are you doing? Didn't
The extent of Howser's power was unknown even to Francis. However, he did know that Chester, who respectfully called Howser his teacher, had become the undisputed Underground Emperor of South City with the old man's help. Francis had only learned by chance at an event that Howser possessed the only custom-made Black Gold Centurion Card in South City. However, he had never imagined that he would see this card with his own eyes one day.Francis never doubted the authenticity of the card before him. In South City, no one dared to forge this card. The fact that Howser was willing to give his prized Centurion Card to someone else suggested that the young man in front of him had a far more terrifying identity than he had ever imagined.Recalling his earlier words and attitude toward Liam, Francis felt a chill run through his body. He raised his head and looked at Liam while forcing a pitiful smile. "I… I'm sorry! I didn't know my place. I failed to recognize a person of great stature.
Liam watched the scene unfold with growing tension. However, Eric had not finished speaking when a sharp slap landed heavily on his face.Francis's face turned deathly pale, his eyes bloodshot as he shouted angrily, "Enough is enough! If you want to die, don't drag me into it!""Mister Kongo... What's going on?"Eric, holding his reddened cheek similar to Lilly's, looked at Francis in bewilderment. He had no idea what had happened and had just been slapped!Lilly became upset. "Mister Kongo, what's the matter? If you have any grievances, just say so. Why resort to violence? We've been doing our best to help you!"Overcome with intense fear, Francis seemed almost hysterical.He pointed a trembling finger at the black card on the table and spoke sharply, "Help? Help with what? Do you know what that card is? That's a custom Centurion Black Card! It's worth more than the most expensive house in your complex, enough to buy an entire building in your development without a hitch!""Wha
"Mister Jenkins, listen to me..."Thinking Yuri had not heard her clearly, Lilly quickly followed him.However, Yuri did not even glance at her. He led a grand entourage straight to Liam.Lilly was stunned. The next moment, a smirk appeared on her face. "Let's see how arrogant you can be in front of Mister Jenkins!Lilly approached Yuri, feigning a pitiful look. "Mister Jenkins, did you see what just happened? We were hosting him properly, but he used his money to act lawlessly in Vientiane Bay!"She assumed Yuri had witnessed the incident when he entered."Because of a small disagreement, he hit us. Not only did I get slapped, but Mister Yellowstone did too!"Lilly lifted her head, speaking with righteous indignation. "Mister Yellowstone, you must stand up for us!"Eric, standing behind, echoed with resentment, "That's right, Mister Jenkins. I can testify! We need to show them that Vientiane Bay is not a place for them to behave recklessly!"Although Liam had not done anyth
With such a background, Lilly was utterly terrified. She had never imagined that the young man she despised and mocked as a poor nobody would not only pull out a black card that stunned Francis but would also turn out to be the owner of the corporation behind Vientiane Bay Real Estate.She had even ridiculed Liam for not being able to afford a house.Reflecting on everything that had just happened, Lilly felt her vision go dark. However, she was not the only one shocked. Isabela was also taken aback by the scene before her. Even though she had realized Liam was not ordinary after he helped her with the loan shark issues from the Tiger Gang, she had thought he was somewhat wealthy at most. Even when he dealt with the gang, bringing so many people, she merely assumed it indicated Liam had a broad network of connections. However, she never could have anticipated that Liam's power was that incredible!Isabela turned her head in a daze, looking around. The expensive property she
Upon hearing Liam's response, Yuri was utterly stunned. Clearly, it was not the answer he had expected.Liam suddenly recalled something and turned to look at Lilly, who was already frozen in place. He asked casually, "By the way, can I buy a house in Vientiane Bay now?""I-I..."Lilly trembled, her face drained of all color. Gone was the arrogance she had displayed earlier when looking down on those less wealthy. She stammered but could not utter a single word. Eric was equally paralyzed, his mind a blank canvas of fear.Yuri, noticing the odd scene before him, frowned and glanced at the nearby staff."What's going on?""Mister Jenkins, here's what happened..." Another salesperson, swallowing hard, cautiously glanced at Yuri and recounted the earlier events.Despite the salesperson's attempts to downplay Lilly's attitude, Yuri's eyes widened when he heard the recount. "Audacious! Who gave you the nerve to treat Grandmaster Burrey this way?" He glared at Lilly, his eyes blazin
Eric lay sprawled on the floor, feeling as though he lost control of his legs. The arrogance and haughtiness he and Lilly had displayed earlier were nowhere to be seen. Despite the scene unfolding before him, Liam remained indifferent as Lilly and Eric were dragged out of the sales hall. He did not even spare Lilly a glance. To him, neither Lilly nor Eric mattered.However, there was a fleeting moment of reluctance on Isabela's face. Recalling what had just transpired, she bit her lip and remained silent."Grandmaster Burrey, I will ensure you're satisfied with our resolution!" Yuri reiterated, worried that Liam might still be displeased.Liam shook his head slightly. "Just handle it. Make sure nothing like this ever happens again at Vientiane Bay."Yuri straightened up, his expression serious. "Rest assured, Grandmaster Burrey!"Yuri suddenly remembered and asked, "Oh, Grandmaster Burrey, you mentioned you were here to look at houses. Did you find a house you like?""Yes, I
"But... but..."Isabela opened her mouth as if wanting to say more.Liam could not help but laugh as he placed the keys into Isabela's hands. "No buts about it! Aunt Isabela, just accept it. A bigger house will be more comfortable for you, Uncle Sunny, and Yanne.""I..."Looking at the house keys in her hand, Isabela felt dazed. Everything that had happened felt incredibly unreal to her!At first, she just wanted Liam to accompany her family to look at some houses. Isabela mustered all her courage to spend all her savings, yet she could only afford the smallest house in Vientiane Bay. Even so, she encountered outrageous discrimination!However, who could have known that the Vientiane Bay property she dreamed of owning actually belonged to Liam's company? In the end, Liam not only stood up for her but also gifted her the largest unit—a 430-square-meter house!Everything felt like a dream to Isabela."It turns out that deciding to raise Liam was the best decision we've ever m
Kenton's eyes widened as he stared straight ahead.Freddy's lifeless body lay less than two meters away from him. From that distance, Kenton could clearly see Freddy's eyes, devoid of any sparkle.Maybe, if Freddy had taken just one more step to escape the ring and concede defeat, things might have been different.But that was impossible.From the moment Freddy chose to step into the ring, the outcome was already sealed.Right now, Kenton couldn't even feel the pain in his own body. His heart was completely consumed by fear.Kenton had never imagined that one day he would witness such a scene.Even more unimaginable was the fact that someone could be so terrifyingly powerful!All the instructors from the battle zones had been killed by the same person. Among them was even a martial arts Ascendants.Yet all of them combined could not last a single round against that Grandmaster!Everything that had just happened felt like a nightmare to Kenton.Even now, he could not believe
Ten Years Ago.When Matthew first took office as the commander of the Western Military Region, Brandon Yorkshire had already become his personal guard.Over the past ten years, however, Brandon had never once made a public appearance like he did today!Matthew had never expected that today, after Grandmaster Burrey from the Central Military Region made his move, Brandon would voluntarily show up, and even seem so frightened!However, the old man's appearance did not surprise Liam at all.Because the moment he saw Matthew, he had already noticed the old man's presence."The Martial Code?"Yet, the old man's words made Liam narrow his eyes.But now was not the time to dwell on such matters.Bang—Liam casually tossed Jormund's body aside, then looked up at the remaining special forces instructors still standing on the stage, showing a faint smile."I..."Seeing this, the few remaining instructors on the stage trembled violently!A formless fear instantly gripped their hearts
Jormund finally understood why, at that time, Gabriel did not resist when facing Liam.It was not that Baeron did not want to fight back.It was that, at that moment, Baeron had no chance to resist!The overwhelming pressure, like the sky collapsing, and the boundless fear!It left them completely unable to control their bodies!This man, who was called Grandmaster Burrey, what kind of monster was he?!Not only could he see through the condition of Jormund's body at a glance, but with a simple gesture, he made Jormund's inner energy shrink in terror, completely unable to move!Even though he had already broken through to the realm of martial arts Ascendant, it was still useless!Suddenly, Jormund recalled Baeron's action right before his death—trying desperately to look at them.Now, he finally understood the reason behind that gesture!But he no longer had any way to share his discovery with anyone else!Jormund stared wide-eyed at Liam's slender, well-defined hand, getting
"Mister Celd… When did you break through?"Their faces were filled with shock.Previously, the instructors from other military districts knew that Jormund's strength was extraordinary, but they had no idea to what extent.But they never expected this.Jormund had already become a martial arts Ascendant!That seemingly insurmountable chasm had been crossed by him!From now on, when they faced Jormund, they would probably have to show the respect of juniors!The instructors from other military districts could feel their inner energy trembling slightly under the impact of Jormund's aura, their faces showing a bitter smile.Now they finally understood why Jormund had said that he alone was enough back then!In the presence of a martial arts Ascendant, they weren't even qualified to fight alongside him!At the very front, the smile on Jormund's face was arrogant and unrestrained!"Originally, I planned to reveal my strength when reporting back to my clan. However, I just can't st
"What?""The instructors actually teamed up!""Teamed up? Wasn't it that Grandmaster Burrey of yours who asked for it himself?""If he wants to die, who can he blame!"...Seeing the situation on the stage, a group of soldiers immediately started discussing, with a hint of argument in their voices.The soldiers from other military districts who came to this so-called exchange meeting had long been displeased with that so-called Grandmaster Burrey!"Heh..."Seeing the group of instructors jumping onto the stage, Jormund chuckled softly.However, he did not say much, but his expression was full of confidence.The next moment, Jormund raised his head and looked at Liam, squinting his eyes sharply."Are you ready?"His voice was chilling!"I..."Right at that moment, Liam seemed to notice something and was stunned for a moment, just about to say something!But before he could speak.In front—Boom!Jormund did not give Liam any time to react.In just an instant, he charge
"Grandmaster Burrey..."In a panic, Gabriel opened his mouth, about to say something.But in the end, he was a moment too late!The next moment, Liam's hand, which was gripping Baeron's neck, tightened slightly.Crack—A crisp sound echoed.Baeron's head drooped instantly, the light in his eyes extinguished.Baeron, dead!In his final moments, he couldn't even tell the other officers from the various military districts below what he had originally intended to say!"What!""Impossible!""Grandmaster Burrey killed Baeron?""Weren't they just putting on an act?""What the hell is going on!"...In an instant, the entire stadium erupted like a boiling pot!No one could have imagined that Grandmaster Burrey would actually choose to kill directly!"Sigh..."On the main platform, Gabriel let out a heavy sigh and sat back down.Having once witnessed Grandmaster Burrey's methods, he knew very well just how terrifying it would be if Grandmaster Burrey decided to take action!
"I…"Baeron's face was filled with terror!His body was frozen in place by sheer fear, unable to move at all!Even though he was intensely focused a moment ago, Baeron couldn't catch a single glimpse of Liam's movements.But that was not what terrified him the most.The real reason for his overwhelming horror, the bone-chilling fear, was actually quite simple.It was the aura emanating from Liam's slender, fair hand — fingers distinct and refined.Baeron had lived for over forty years and believed that with his status, he was already accustomed to facing storms and dangers. Even a martial arts Ascendant would not have fazed him, especially considering the powerful backing he had.But never, never had Baeron felt such a hopeless aura.Deep as an abyss, majestic as a deity!The aura from the figure before him was beyond anything Baeron could describe.The once powerful internal energy within him now shrank into a corner, as if it had encountered its greatest predator. No matte
"A mere rat dares to talk so big with such little strength!"Liam's attitude filled Jormund with rage. He had never seen someone so arrogant before."Who do you think you are!"You're even scared of Baeron, and you think you're worthy of having all the army instructors attack together?"Jormund snapped furiously, "Do you really think that just because you brought some officers from the Western Military Region into the ring, you can do whatever you want?""So what you're saying is, if I deal with Baeron first, then all of you will attack together?"Liam turned his head and looked calmly at Jormund."I... "Hearing this, Jormund was momentarily speechless.He had not expected this so-called Grandmaster Burrey to actually respond."Don't worry, you won't get the chance."Baeron sneered, "There's no need to talk about everyone attacking at once. Since you're so eager to die in place of Yet, I'll gladly oblige.""If that's the case." Liam narrowed his eyes slightly and glanced at
"The Central Military Region is replacing the instructor on stage. The match will continue."After confirming the information, the referee standing nearby announced that the exchange conference would proceed.At the same time, he quickly arranged for staff members to hurry onto the stage and carry away Kenton, who was lying in the center of the ring, groaning in pain.The incident happened suddenly.The instructor exchange conference was the priority.For now, no one had time to question why Grandmaster Burrey had appeared out of nowhere and smashed a Western Military Region officer into the ring.Even if there were questions, they would have to wait until the conference ended."Ah—"As Kenton was being carried off, his agonized screams continued to echo.He felt as if every bone in his body was broken, with no part spared from the pain!"Baeron, you have to avenge me! Avenge me! Make that little bastard suffer!"Kenton wailed in fury, shouting with all his might.Despite ev