Scott retreated in a state of panic, seeking help from anyone he could find. Raaina sighed softly as she watched Liam, stepping forward to stand in front of him."Grandmaster Burrey, it was our mistake this time," Raaina admitted, raising her head to meet Liam's gaze with sincerity."On behalf of our Medical Guild, I apologize. Mister Hansworth has already received the punishment he deserves. I ask you, Grandmaster Burrey, to show us mercy and let us go this once."Liam frowned. "You're pleading on Elder Winston's behalf?"Raaina sighed. "Although he has indeed made many mistakes, our Medical Guild cannot do without a leader."Liam expressed his confusion. "With someone like Scott, who is so consumed by greed, he has long lost the true essence of being a healer, yet you still acknowledge him as the Guild Master? Look at the chaos he has caused within the Medical Guild!"Liam had noticed Raaina's actions earlier and was willing to listen to her reasoning, but he could not comprehe
"I told you long ago. The Medical Guild is not a place where you can do whatever you want!"Scott's smug demeanor was irritating to see. However, Raaina ignored the blustering Scott and sincerely addressed Liam."Grandmaster Burrey, please leave. I'm truly sorry for this situation. We initially invited you to the Medical Guild to exchange medical knowledge, but who would've thought things would turn out like this?"We admit your medical skills are superior to everyone in our guild. We also know that no one here is your match, but Grandmaster Burrey, we still ask you to show some mercy."In the end, it was Raaina, a gentle woman, who stood up for the Medical Guild.Liam frowned at the scene in front of him. "It sounds like you think I'm here to destroy the Medical Guild."Scott shouted from the back, "Why are you standing there and not moving? Weren't you just saying you wanted to find me…"However, before he could finish, Scott saw Liam raise his head and look at him with a co
Liam turned his head to Raaina and asked, "Even though you've always mentioned that Scott is the head of the Medical Guild, if I recall correctly, Scott isn't actually the true leader, but rather the acting head, right?""Indeed, I am the acting head. However, until the true leader of the Medical Guild is found, I remain its rightful head!"Before Raaina could respond, Scott's mocking voice rang out.His face was filled with disdain as he looked at Liam. "What's this? Are you trying to scheme against me with such a tactic? You're thinking too much!"Scott was clearly pleased with himself."The Medical Guild has gone without a true leader for over a hundred years now," Raaina confirmed Scott's words."What on earth is going on with your guild?" Liam shook his head in disbelief."Whoever possesses the guild's relic is the rightful leader of the Medical Guild," Raaina explained as she watched Liam walk away. "But the guild's relic was lost long ago.""The guild's relic?" Liam rais
"What…"At that very moment, the entire Medical Guild fell into a dead silence. All the members, including Scott, stood rooted to the spot as if struck by lightning. They stared in disbelief at the 108 golden needles floating in the air.In truth, even though the members, including Otto, had seen these golden needles before, they had not realized their significance. During that time, when Liam used them to save the little girl, everyone's focus was solely on his needle technique. The details of the Harvest Union Golden Needles were too intricate to notice without careful observation.As a result, no one in the Medical Guild realized the uniqueness of the needles Liam used. In fact, Liam himself was unaware of the origin of the Harvest Union Golden Needles.If it had not been for Raaina's final words, the members might have once again missed the chance to recognize the token of their leader."Old Man Dante, just how many secrets are you hiding…"Liam's thoughts drifted as he glanc
Scott did not believe any of this for a second. No matter how hard Scott tried, he simply could not get his hands on Harvest Union Golden Needles. It was as if all his efforts, much like what he was trying to change now, were in vain. Even Liam was momentarily stunned by the scene before him."If I'm the Guild Master, does that mean I can deal with Scott however I want, without any consequences?"However, it did not take him long to recover. Narrowing his eyes, Liam studied Scott, who was shouting incessantly in front of him, and then asked, "So, the Guild Master can act as they please?"Without even lifting her head, Raaina's gentle voice answered, "Of course, the Guild Master has the freedom to do so.""In that case..." A smile crept onto Liam's face as he took a step forward, heading toward Scott.Hearing Liam's voice, Scott, who had been shouting at the top of his lungs, suddenly snapped out of it."What are you doing? I'm telling you that the Harvest Union Golden Needles you
Liam stood still, feeling a cold gaze from behind. Unbeknownst to him, Dragon One had regained consciousness. His trembling hand held a gleaming pistol, its barrel pointed directly at Liam.Despite being a member of the Zodiac Twelve, Dragon One had long strayed from his original path during his collaboration with Scott. He never acknowledged Liam's authority, and after what Liam had just done, their hatred had only deepened."Who cares about some useless Guild Master!" Dragon One's eyes glinted with malice. "All of you, die!"He squeezed the trigger. The gunshot rang out, the bullet tearing through the air, spiraling towards Liam."No!" Raaina's body shuddered at the sound of the gunshot."Guild Master!" Otto's pupils contracted in shock.Their hearts filled with regret.Why had they not noticed Dragon One waking up sooner? Why did they not see him draw his gun earlier? However, it was too late now. The bullet had already been fired."Guild Master..." Raaina's face twisted in
"Understood!" Raaina and the other members of the Medical Guild hurriedly stood up after hearing Liam's command."Guild Master, when the position of the leader is handed over, there's usually a ceremony involved," Raaina remarked as she glanced around, her voice tinged with hesitation. "But given the current chaotic situation, conducting the ceremony might take some time.""Why bother with all that complexity..." Liam waved his hand dismissively."Since you don't require any elaborate process, we can skip it. After all, the leader's token is the ultimate symbol of authority," Raaina nodded in agreement, swiftly continuing, "Now, let me report on the current state of the Medical Guild.""A report?" Liam frowned upon hearing this.He had originally come to the Medical Guild to exchange medical techniques and, along the way, investigate the poisoning incident involving Scott. Becoming the leader of the Medical Guild had never crossed his mind. Therefore, Raaina's words caught him off
Liam's voice hung in the air, his words cutting through the tension.Raaina hesitated for a moment, her expression conflicted before she finally spoke up, "At that time, Scott didn't make such a decision. Besides, some of the medical manuscripts in the Medical Guild had significant issues. We were worried that acting rashly might lead to unintended consequences...""Enough!" Liam interrupted her sharply, a mocking smile playing on his lips. "Scott was worried about those flawed manuscripts, so he allowed those in power to seek treatment elsewhere? Utter nonsense! It's a good thing he's dead now!""The ancient art of Hestian medicine has been held back by people like him," Liam muttered, shaking his head in frustration.Then, decisively, he continued, "First, listen to my orders. All healers of the Medical Guild are to descend from the mountains and start treating people immediately!""But... the guild rules state that the Medical Guild must remain hidden from the public eye..." Ra
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