Frederick's rage burned like wildfire. He could not believe that despite knowing full well about the Crimson Titans' return, Matthias had the audacity to kill his men and Barry.Frederick had ordered all city exits sealed to prevent Matthias from escaping. Instead of fleeing, Matthias had the nerve to continue provoking them. He was furious and wanted blood.Disregarding Pierre's orders, Frederick's only thought was to find Matthias and make him suffer.Just then, a figure emerged from a nearby corner. It was one of the Crimson Titans who had been gathering intelligence in the area. He had witnessed the clash between Barry's group and Matthias' people but had not had a chance to join the fight before it ended."Lord Frederick, I've alerted our hidden operatives about Matthias' group's movements. We've just received intel on Matthias' hideout," the person said.Frederick's eyes lit up, a vicious grin spreading across his face. "Excellent! We've finally cornered that bastard! Lead t
Russell would have already wiped out the Crimson Titans if he had not known that Matthias wanted to handle the Lowell family personally."Fall back!" Russell commanded.Behind him, hundreds of his soldiers radiated murderous intent, their eyes fixed on Frederick and his men, ready to strike at any moment.Frederick felt a surge of frustration. He was a leader of the Crimson Titans, a Supreme-level warrior, and a powerhouse in the warzone. Hence, Russell's treatment felt like a direct insult."Russell Bridges!" Frederick snarled through gritted teeth. "Do you realize what you're doing? Are you sure you want to make an enemy of the Crimson Titans for Matthias' sake? Have you considered the consequences for the New Avalbourne military in our territory?""How dare you threaten me!" Russell's face flushed with anger.While Russell had been respectful and acting submissive in front of Matthias, it was because Matthias had the strength to back it up. Meanwhile, Frederick was a nobody, y
Frederick and the Crimson Titans had arrived with a show of force, but they left with their tails between their legs. They had not even caught a glimpse of Matthias, and Russell had humiliated Frederick. It was a complete embarrassment.Matthias stood by the window inside The Lair, watching Frederick and his men retreat. A glint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes.Behind him, Alpha grinned and said, "Lord Matthias, who would've thought Russell was a Supreme-level warrior too? He seemed pretty powerful.""As the first commander of New Avalbourne's military, Russell needs that strength to keep the entire department in line. They have quite a few Supreme-level warriors," Matthias replied calmly, unsurprised by Russell's power.Alpha's eyes gleamed with curiosity. "Lord Matthias, can you gauge Russell's true strength? Just from those few moves he used to teach Frederick a lesson, I don't think I'd stand a chance against him."Matthias chuckled. "Russell became a Supreme-level war
Pierre felt slightly relieved at Frederick's words, but his eyes flickered momentarily. Some thoughts remained unspoken, but the answer had always been clear in his mind.Matthias' sudden appearance, his close relationship with Wyatt, and his immediate threat to the Lowell family after crippling Barry all point to one conclusion. Besides, no one would be foolish enough to provoke a top-tier family without reason.Even so, that realization was one Pierre would have to bury deep within himself. He could not afford any more stains on his reputation."For the next few days, keep the family in check. Don't let anyone seek revenge on Matthias independently," Pierre instructed calmly. "Also, the day after tomorrow, we'll host a feast for the heads of Reirmunt's major families. Invite them to witness a spectacle at the Lowell estate!""Yes, Dad!" Roland quickly responded, his mood improving slightly. Just two more days, and he could avenge his son."Grandpa, should we post guards around T
Dalton remembered his earlier boasts about taking down Matthias, which had earned him a harsh rebuke from Russell. He had been nursing his wounded pride, looking for a chance to save face.However, he no longer dared to entertain such thoughts. Dalton felt terrified and relieved, grateful to be part of the military and in Russell's good graces. Otherwise, he might have been doomed.That day, Matthias opened up to Leona about his vendetta against the Lowell family, explaining everything in detail. Leona broke down in tears, embracing Matthias tightly. Not understanding the situation, Danielle began crying too when she saw her mother so distraught."Matt, we'll go with you when the time comes," Leona said, her eyes red. "If we die, we'll die together as a family."Even after knowing Matthias' enemy was the powerful Lowell family and the odds were stacked against him, Leona was not afraid. As long as they were together, she could face any danger."Don't worry; I've made all the arran
Pierre's face contorted with rage as he hurled insults. Though he had long suspected Matthias might be his supposedly dead grandson, Alistair, the confirmation filled him with fury and hatred.As the Lowell family's patriarch, Pierre considered himself above all others. Even though he had orchestrated Oswald's death, that was in the past. For Matthias to knowingly force him, an elder, to kneel at the Hero's Banquet was an unforgivable insult to tradition and family honor."That ungrateful bastard! How could the Lowell family produce such scum? Matthias is a disgrace to our bloodline!" Pierre snarled, his breathing heavy and his eyes blazing with anger."What does Matthias want? To avenge his parents or to force us to acknowledge his identity?" Pierre's expression twisted further. "He's nothing but a lucky survivor. What does he think he can accomplish?"The rest of the Lowell family remained silent, not daring to utter a word."Matthias!" Pierre's eyes bulged, his face a mask of m
The revelation of Matthias' true identity as a Lowell sent shockwaves through Reirmunt's elite circles. Each family had their own take on the situation, and anticipation for the upcoming events on East Mountain reached a fever pitch.Many hoped for an invitation to witness the confrontation firsthand. Unfortunately, the prominent Lowell family limited the exclusive guest list to only the most powerful families in the region. Hence, ordinary families had no chance of receiving one.The Lowell family remained calm, making no move regarding the matter. With only one day left, there was no rush. As night fell, they had prepared everything. East Mountain blazed with light before night fell, drawing all eyes in Reirmunt.As night deepened, it became clear that many in Reirmunt would not sleep well as they pondered the impending clash between Matthias and the Lowell family—one a mysterious young Supreme-level warrior, fiercely protected by Russell, the other, one of the top three families
At the summit of East Mountain, the grand hall was filled with guests. All the families who had received invitations from the Lowell family were present. However, the atmosphere was tense, with attendees speaking in hushed tones.Word had spread that Matthias, dressed in all black and pulling a tombstone, had arrived at the foot of East Mountain. His actions had caught everyone off guard, including the Lowell family. It was a blatant slap in the face to the Lowell family right in front of all of Reirmunt.One could not help but wonder if he chose the attire to honor his parents or if it was his way of signaling the end of the Lowell family. However, it was clear that he dragged a tombstone over to demand justice for his parents, to seek revenge.The Lowell family members sat with grim expressions, Pierre's face particularly dark as he sat at the head of the room.Frederick could no longer contain himself and growled, "Dad, we can't let that bastard continue with this charade. Let m