"Even if the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation made changes, they should've notified us in advance," Etchen muttered, furrowing his brows tightly as anxiety gnawed at him.Sam lifted his head in fear. "When the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation canceled their cooperation with the Irving family, they did it quietly…"Sam's words made the already uneasy Lloyd family even more nervous.Etchen raised his head sharply. "No. No matter what's going on, we must go in and find out."The cooperation was incredibly important. They had to understand what was happening.Etchen stepped closer to the security guard. "Isn't this a place where you sell houses? We just want to look at some houses."The security guard glanced at Etchen, completely unmoved. "No."Etchen was at a loss for words. "You—"Hailey suddenly confronted the security guard, pointed a finger at him, and shouted angrily, "What's your problem? Do you know who we are? How dare a mere security guard stop us from entering?! I w
"Stop hitting me! It hurts! It hurts so much!"Soon, agonizing cries filled the air.The members of the Lloyd family lay sprawled on the ground outside the sales hall of Vientiane Bay, their faces contorted in pain.It was not until long after the security guards had left that they dared to get up slowly.Hailey had lost a tooth. She was trembling, and her speech was slurred. "How could they dare to hit us?"Etchen gritted his teeth, his face covered in blood. "Do they know who we are? They're just a bunch of lowly security guards. I'll make them pay!"Other members of the Lloyd family were also seriously injured. They helped each other up, glaring at the sales office of Vientiane Bay with resentment, looking quite disheveled.However, despite the beating and Etchen's harsh words, deep down, they all knew they could not actually seek revenge. After all, they had tried to provoke the security guards first and force their way in. Moreover, Vientiane Bay Real Estate was owned by
Noticing Sam's unusual behavior, Ronald immediately asked, "What's wrong?""It's Liam!"Sam's eyes widened, and he pointed with a trembling hand toward a spot on the second floor of the sales office. "Look! Isn't that Liam?""What?"Hearing Sam's words, the Lloyd family members quickly raised their heads and looked in the direction he was pointing. However, the figure on the second floor of the sales office disappeared in a flash, leaving the rest of the Lloyd family unable to see clearly.Ronald turned back to Sam and asked, "Sam, what are you thinking?" How could it be Liam?"Hailey rolled her eyes and said with disdain, "What right does that useless Liam have to be in a place like this? I don't know what's wrong with you, thinking of Liam. Things were already not going smoothly today, and hearing that useless person's name makes me even more disgusted!"When Sam looked up at the second floor of the sales office earlier, he truly saw a figure that looked very much like Liam!
Liam never once looked downstairs. Even the recent lesson given to the Lloyd family members was only because Liam had mentioned it to Yuri, who then carried it out. As for Sam accidentally spotting Liam earlier, it was merely Liam standing up to stretch. The Lloyd family members did not even deserve a glance from him.Liam walked out of the office. Standing in the sales hall of Vientiane Bay, he took out his phone, hesitated for a moment, and then shook his head, putting the phone away. He had considered calling Serena again but decided it was not the right time for communication and resolved to address it later.…Meanwhile, as Liam left the sales hall of Vientiane Bay, the Lloyd family members limped back to the Lloyd family mansion.Serena was stunned at the sight of her parents. "Dad! Mom! What happened to you?!"Ronald's clothes were covered in dust, and his body was bruised and battered. Hailey fared no better, with her face swollen and red from the impact. The pair look
Hailey's eyebrows shot up instantly. "Where do you think you're going? Haven't you embarrassed us enough? It's already clear that the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation likely doesn't want to work with us!"Holding her still red and stinging face, she angrily continued, "We'll wait for further notice! We couldn't even handle things with Etchen. Do you think you can do it?"Serena opened her mouth to speak. "But—"Ronald sighed softly and shook his head. "That's enough, Serena. You weren't there today, so you don't understand the situation. Given the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation's attitude, who went wouldn't matter. There's no way they'd succeed. We've already been turned away once, so don't go looking for more trouble."Serena raised her head with a determined expression. "If we don't try again, then there truly is no hope!"She understood, more than anyone, how important the collaboration with the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation was for the Lloyd Group.Although she was
She did not know that Serena's interest in the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation was solely because the project was crucial for the Lloyd Group. It had nothing to do with her personally.As Serena hurried to the sales office at Vientiane Bay, Liam had already returned to the Hush Purple Gardens.However, before he could approach his villa's entrance, Liam noticed that numerous military vehicles were parked densely at the gate. The vehicles blocked the road outside the villa completely. Around the military vehicles stood nearly a thousand soldiers in full uniform, armed with live ammunition.Liam frowned slightly and walked over.Gabriel, who stood at the forefront of the soldiers, flashed a flattering smile upon seeing Liam and hurried over to him."Grandmaster Burrey, you're finally back!"With Gabriel's movement, there was a synchronized sound as thousands of soldiers turned and saluted Liam in unison."What's going on?"Liam narrowed his eyes and looked at Gabriel, who ha
It was not only because of Liam's incredible medical skills but also because he caught a glimpse of Liam in action inside the Third Prison! Although Gabriel still did not fully understand Liam's capabilities, that unforgettable scene left a lasting impression on him."How can you be so sure I can help train that Special Forces team?" Liam asked with a hint of amusement in his voice.Gabriel lifted his head high as if he had absolute confidence in Liam. "If you can't do it, then no one else in the world can."However, he lowered his head with a flattering smile. "Grandmaster Burrey, just do your best. Even if we end up in last place, I won't blame you. You're my last resort!"Gabriel was also uncertain about the final outcome."You…"Liam shook his head, unable to help but smile at the sight before him. He glanced at the fluttering military flags around them and changed the subject."By the way, why did you bring so many soldiers just to ask for my help?"Gabriel puffed out his
Serena took a deep breath before she began to speak. She clearly remembered Ronald's warnings about the security guards at Vientiane Bay. They were known for their hostility and would resort to violence at the slightest provocation.With that in mind, Serena felt anxious as she said, "I'm from the Lloyd Group, here to discuss the contract with the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation…"The security guard at the gate glared fiercely and shouted, "Why is someone from the Lloyd Group here again? Still looking for trouble? Wasn't the lesson we gave you earlier enough?"Serena was tense but mustered the courage to explain quickly, "The Lloyd Group really does have a project to sign with the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation! My name is Serena. The signing notification came directly from the Verdant Harvest Charity Foundation—""Serena?"Suddenly, the security guard's body trembled in panic before Serena could finish as he asked, "Are you Serena Lloyd?""Yes, that's me."Serena was tak
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