Andy looked at Liam and sneered. "How can you be so clueless? Didn't you say you lived in Villa 3? How come you don't even recognize your own house?"In front of them stood a mansion-like villa with a prominent number '3' displayed at the entrance."Honey, is this Villa No. 3?"Ruby stared at the villa ahead, her mouth agape. Compared to Villa No. 3, the so-called Villa No. 22 was not even worth mentioning.Andy replied mockingly, "Exactly. Isn't this where Liam lives?"As he spoke, he glanced ahead at the villa, his face showing a hint of yearning. Although Andy also desired to own Villa No. 3, he knew purchasing Villa No. 22 was already his limit. Therefore, he felt infuriated by Liam's audacity, claiming to live in Villa No. 3.The properties before Villa No. 10 in Hush Purple Gardens had a special status. Aside from Villa No. 10 being listed for sale due to an accident, no information was available about the other nine villas.Andy had no idea who lived in Villa No. 3, but
At that moment, Ruby froze as if strangled, her eyes fixed on Villa No. 3 with its door ajar. Her face flushed crimson, rendering her speechless."What..."Andy's eyes widened in disbelief, his gaze trembling uncontrollably ahead. They could not fathom it, not even in their wildest dreams. Liam had actually opened the door to Villa No. 3.Andy and Ruby were utterly bewildered as they observed the luxurious elegance within Villa No. 3. Could it be? Was Liam, that useless fellow, really residing in Villa No. 3?How could that be? He did not even know where Villa No. 3 was located!Ruby and Andy were dumbfounded. It was not just them. Upon witnessing the scene, Layla trembled violently. "He... He opened the door?"Layla's delicate face was filled with astonishment, her mind a blank slate. What on earth was happening?Andy's voice erupted, his eyes wide with disbelief and resentment as he charged toward Liam."It's impossible! This absolutely can't be! I don't believe it! How c
"Wait, Liam wouldn't take someone else's keys..."A flicker of nervousness flashed across Layla's face, and she quickly tried to explain. Although she had not quite figured out the situation, Layla was clear on one thing.If what Andy and Ruby said was true, and Liam did not know where he got the key to Villa No. 3, then there would be big trouble when the security from Hush Purple Gardens arrived.Ruby scoffed. "Your brother-in-law wouldn't? Then explain where Liam, that useless guy, got the key to Villa No. 3!"Layla waved her hands repeatedly, feeling very nervous, wanting to say something more. "I… Liam may not know the situation...""What? Now you're saying your brother-in-law doesn't know the situation? Why didn't you speak up when he was flaunting his power earlier?" Ruby did not give Layla a chance to respond. With a cold snort, she turned to Andy."Honey, you don't need to bother with them. People like Liam need to be taught a lesson. Otherwise, they'll continue to tri
Upon hearing Andy's explanation, Ruby could not help but scoff. She turned to Liam, her face filled with mockery."Perfect! A person like him, who disregards all rules, deserves a good lesson. He didn't have much skill before, but it seems he's learned a lot in prison! Next time I see Serena, I must have a serious talk with her!"They were certain that Liam was about to face a big problem.Meanwhile, Layla's eyes flickered with panic when Ryan and the others appeared.Layla knew Ryan. After all, Ryan's consent was required to visit the Hush Purple Gardens. Layla never expected Ryan and his group to arrive at Villa No. 3 so quickly without giving them time to react."What should we do?"Layla looked up at Liam, her face filled with worry. It was obviously too late for them to leave, and Layla could not think of any way to deal with the situation before them.Finally, she bit her lip and walked towards Liam. Regardless of the outcome, Layla wanted to face it with her brother-in-la
Ryan's face lit up with a smile, waving his hands repeatedly. "Of course, we knew! We've been preparing to welcome you these past few days, but we never expected you to come alone!"After speaking, he turned to the hurriedly approaching Andy with a frown. "What's the matter? Can't you see I'm speaking to Grandmaster Burrey?""I..." Andy's face turned deathly pale at Ryan's words, and his body trembled violently. The situation was clear.Liam truly lived in Villa No. 3, and all the bustling preparations by the management of the Hush Purple Gardens over the past few days had been for him.What kind of person was Liam to warrant such attention from the entire management of the Purple Garden?At that moment, Ruby walked over and, seeing Andy standing still, she became angry. "Honey, the manager is asking you a question! Did you explain everything about Liam to Mister Hollister?"Then, she turned to Ryan with a smile. "Mister Hollister, you don't need to be polite to this kind of pe
The sudden scene froze Ryan in his tracks."Grandmaster Burrey, do you know them?" He glanced at Liam curiously, seeking answers.Although Ryan could have crossed paths with Andy before, it seemed he had forgotten him entirely."Not really acquainted," Liam replied lightly, casting a brief glance at Andy and Ruby without further elaboration.He did not care much for Andy's frenzied apologies or his audacity in slapping Ruby and himself. From the start, Liam had not held Andy and Ruby in high regard.However, that single glance from him made Andy shiver involuntarily, and his face twisted with fear.Observing Liam's indifference, Ryan understood.Andy and Ruby were not significant to Liam.Still, Ryan could not help but be startled by their sudden actions. He frowned and muttered softly, "Why are they letting just about anyone in? Is the security at the entrance slacking off?"However, Ryan knew it was not the time to deal with Andy and the others. He turned back to Liam, tryin
Liam shook his head. "Why do I have to tell your sister about my affairs?""You need to let my sister know…"Layla raised her head abruptly, her eyes flashing with urgency as if she wanted to continue.If Serena knew how much Liam had changed after his release from prison, and that he even had a friend who could lend him Villa No. 3 in Hush Purple Gardens, her opinion of Liam would surely change.Her entire family might start to see Liam differently too. After all, Serena had always despised Liam for his lack of ambition. However, upon seeing Liam's expression, Layla could not help but sigh lightly. She could tell that her brother-in-law had no such intentions. It seemed she would have to help him on her own.Determination flashed in Layla's eyes as she raised her head. "Liam, do you know how long you'll be staying at Hush Purple Gardens?" Liam frowned. "How long?"He had never discussed with Gabriel about how long he would live at Hush Purple Gardens. However, he figured Gab
Ryan was adept at reading between the lines. He could discern from the subtle shifts in Liam's expression just moments ago. There was a sense of apprehension. Liam seemed to harbor feelings for Serena, as Layla mentioned.Ryan turned toward Liam, his face adorned with a wide grin. "Grandmaster Burrey, what are your thoughts on this approach? Does this suit you?"Liam paused for a moment. "Of course, it's no problem!" Ryan vigorously nodded in response, though he had yet to uncover Liam's true identity.However, Ryan knew who the former owner of Villa No. 3 was. The way Gabriel spoke about Liam in their recent phone call had sent shivers down their spines.To command such respect from a regional commander! Liam's true identity was beyond their wildest imaginations.Layla hastily waved her hands. "No, no. It's unnecessary! Mister Hollister, there's no need!"Although she could not fathom why Ryan referred to her brother-in-law as Grandmaster Burrey, Ryan's suggestion was indeed
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