Scott had already decided to keep Liam in the Medical Guild.The Zodiac Twelve—the guild's guardians—were composed of members with extraordinary martial arts skills. Some of them even specialized in firearms!Even in her wildest dreams, Raaina never imagined that Scott would deploy the Zodiac Twelve against Liam."Grandmaster Burrey..."Faced with this scene, Qassim's expression turned into one of utter panic. He never thought that Scott and Otto would be so vile!Regret filled Qassim's heart. He truly should not have invited Liam to the Medical Guild!However, as he watched everything unfold before him, Liam's gaze remained calm as he shook his head."When I first came to the Medical Guild, I thought it was as Qassim described—a paradise created to protect the ancient Hestian medicine. Now, it's clear that the guild has long lost its essence, or perhaps because of people like you two, who have no heart of a healer and aren't worthy of being called human, that the guild has beco
The moment Liam's words echoed, Scott's eyes suddenly hardened."It was you!"At that time, Scott and Otto had met the influential Julian during an opportunity to go down the mountain. They discovered the immense influence of the Hill family throughout the Qyn Province and even the northwest region.Thus, after returning to the mountain, the two began devising a series of plans targeting the Hill family, aiming to seize their enormous wealth.With meticulous preparation, Scott used an unexpected incident to poison Julian. Initially, they only needed to wait for Julian to die from the poison, and their organization could, through pre-arranged plans, seize control of the Hill family amid the ensuing chaos in just a few days.However, unexpectedly, when everything was ready and all that was left was for Julian to pass away, Scott never received news of the poison taking effect. That situation made Scott increasingly anxious.He sent Triboar and Serpentine to gather information, but
Scott ignored Raaina as he coldly looked at Otto."That little brat can handle Triboar and the Serpentine, so he must know some martial arts. When you make your move, be careful. The most important thing is to leave that brat alive. What's in his head is crucial to the Medical Guild!""Don't worry, Elder Winston!" Otto responded with a sinister grin.The next moment, there was a thunderous boom.Otto's body seemed to swell like a cannonball, hurtling toward Liam!At the same time, the Zodiac Twelve Warriors, led by Draco, vanished in a flash. Though they thought the young man before them could not possibly be a match, each member of the Zodiac Warriors was seasoned. They would not underestimate any opponent.Thus, they went all out from the start, though they followed Scott's orders to spare his life.Raaina shouted at Liam, seeing the situation spiral beyond control."Grandmaster Burrey! Run! Quickly! Mister Hansworth is a martial arts Master! You're no match for them! Get out
In the Medical Guild, there was more than just medical skills to be learned.Otto had learned much more than medicine in the Medical Guild. Even in ancient medical texts, it was recorded that only by mastering one's own body could one better understand it and heal others.When Otto joined the Medical Guild at the age of 13, he began studying both medicine and martial arts.His talent was indeed exceptional. Not only did his medical skills continuously improve, but he also achieved significant success in martial arts.Before long, Otto reached the threshold of external energy release, becoming a grandmaster in martial arts. With the help of the rare treasures hidden within the Medical Guild, Otto quickly achieved a breakthrough and became a martial arts Master. In fact, Otto's achievements in martial arts far exceeded his medical skills. Not to mention, Otto had mastered the Iron Line Fist—a technique known for its sheer strength.Upon achieving his breakthrough, Otto clearly fel
Otto noticed a mocking smile flicker across the corner of Liam's lips."You dare to act so boldly in my presence?"As Liam's disdainful voice echoed, he suddenly shifted his body using his waist as an axis and launched a punch straight at Otto.Boom!The clash of their fists resounded with a deafening crash, shaking the entire Healing Hall. The ancient books on the shelves trembled, almost falling to the ground."What on earth?"The sudden change left everyone in the Healing Hall wide-eyed with shock, giving them no time to react.Raaina saw a tall figure fly straight toward the entrance of the Healing Hall.Crash!Another thunderous noise erupted as the tall figure smashed through the solid wooden door several meters high, continuing to soar outside.Thud!The figure finally landed heavily in the center of the courtyard."What?"The sight left Raaina and Qassim frozen in place. They looked nervously toward the center of the hall and saw Liam there, standing proudly.With
Otto's health was truly worrying. His right hand, along with his forearm, was a mess of flesh and blood. His completely limp right arm clearly indicated that his bones were utterly shattered!The medical practitioners could not comprehend what kind of massive impact could have turned Otto's arm into such a state. What was even more perplexing was how Otto, a Master of martial arts, could encounter such a fate. It was well known that Otto practiced the Iron Line Fist—a martial art known for its extreme destructive power and exceptionally resilient physique.Suddenly, the sound of slow footsteps suddenly arose from behind the group of medical practitioners. The instant they heard these footsteps, Otto reacted as though he had heard something terrifying. Ignoring his severe injuries, he desperately tried to retreat. However, due to the extent of his injuries, he could not stand and could only struggle on the ground.The eyes of the medical practitioners reflected a flash of sho
Liam's punch did not just shatter Otto's arm. His inner energy also relentlessly ravaged Otto from within. Although it was not immediately apparent, only Otto knew that the robust physique he had spent over 30 years building was ruined.The meridians inside Otto's body were in shambles. The power of Liam's single punch was evident.Liam shook his head as he looked at Otto's miserable state. However, just as he was about to say something else, Scott's voice suddenly boomed from behind as he rushed out with the Zodiac Twelve following closely behind."Take down this scoundrel for me!"Liam watched the scene unfold. "Oh, right! I almost forgot there were still some of you left to deal with."A cold glint flashed in his eyes. The next moment, with a loud thud, a web-like pattern of cracks suddenly appeared on the flagstones of the Medical Guild's courtyard beneath Liam's feet. Using the rebound force, Liam's figure shot forward, heading straight for Scott.Draco's pupils contra
Draco gritted his teeth, trying to withstand the overwhelming force coming from the front. The other Zodiac Twelve members also felt the immense pressure, turning pale instantly.However, the power from Liam's fists surged like a tidal wave, each wave more earth-shattering than the last. Draco could not hold out any longer, faltering for just a moment.Boom!With a loud crash, the ten Zodiac Guards were instantly sent flying backward.Thud!They hit the ground heavily, their faces contorted in pain, unable to get back on their feet. Just like when facing Otto, Liam completely incapacitated the Zodiac Twelve with one punch.Whether it was Otto or the so-called combined technique of the Zodiac Twelve, Liam's punch shattered all their defenses. The Medical Guild members who had been anxiously observing froze in place, widening their eyes in disbelief.No one could have predicted that outcome. When the Zodiac Twelve completed their formation, the members of the Medical Guild were
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