Zane's face was a mask of solemnity, even after the message was sent. He knew the identity of the culprit.30 years ago, he was one of the Black Maple's Four Guardians, known as Half-Faced Bear—a man who never forgot a grudge and revealed his role as a killer. Yevgen Jaquin."Spread the word," Zane
Yevgen's assault sent Yewspire Mountain into turmoil. The Yanker family's young warriors, fueled by a shared rage, raced from the mountain's base to its peak. They quickly formed a defensive array, trapping Yevgen in a tight siege.Meanwhile, the alarmed Yanker elders hurriedly led the women and chi
"Yevgen!"With the crowd's eyes fixed on him, Zane stepped forward, determination blazing in his gaze. "Banishing evil is our calling as warriors. Today, I'm willing to risk the entire Yanker family to ensure you don't leave Yewspire Mountain!"Take positions!"With a series of swift movements, nine
"Leader!""Grandpa!""No, please..."As Yevgen's leg thrust forward, the nine Grandmasters, the Yanker family's young and old—all eyes widened in horror. Zane's own grandson was so sorrowed that tears mixed with blood streamed down his youthful, anguished face.They were caught in a checkmate with n
Boom!The moment Alexander spoke, Yevgen did not hesitate for even half a second. He stomped the ground, causing a massive crater with a diameter of over two meters to explode open. Blood sprayed into the air from his body as he transformed into a blurry phantom, madly fleeing toward the base of th
At some point, Yevgen's mouth's bloodstains ceased to be a vibrant red, transforming into a pitch-black expanse. Evidently, he had ingested some potent poison that annihilated all vitality within him.His body decayed, disintegrating visibly at an alarming rate, leaving behind only a pile of bleache
Zabaleta.Ever since the restructuring of the three major families, the Saunders family became the underground overlord of the entire Zabaleta. Even the mayor had to yield a bit, and all other forces did not comply.All of them, except for the Duncan Institute of Research.In Zabaleta, Duncan Corpor
About half an hour later, a bright red Porsche came to a slow stop beneath the research institute building."Alexander, this is it," Amber said as she opened the door and got out of the car. She nervously held onto Alexander's arm, looking at the imposing research institute building in front of them
"Kill!" As Alexander stepped onto the Empyrean Slope, a monstrous wave of killing intent crashed into his mind."Hmph, you think you're the only one fierce?" he muttered coldly, unleashing his own killing intent to counter the assault.He was the Temple Lord Kane, a man who had tread through mountai
At Battleforge Summit, a place where peril lurked at every turn.As the group continued their ascent, they lost a few more members. The ancient battlefield was riddled with deadly traps and poisonous remnants. The pools along the way harbored creatures so aggressive, it was clear they were not of mo
"Ah…" Alexander yawned, waiting patiently. Without a proper map, he would probably take half a day searching for directions. Battleforge Summit, though seemingly small, had a complex terrain.Time was slipping away, and Maxwell and Crimson Wyrm Master finally reached an agreement. The two-meter-wide
Early in the next morning, Maxwell's group of 40—the weakest among them a Lord of War—gathered quietly by the lake at the back of a mountain, somewhere in Shielded Valley. They stood in silence, their expressions grave.Though many had never ventured to Battleforge Summit, they had all heard of its
"Enemy attack!"Brenda sprang to her feet, drawing her sharp blade. Tensions had been high lately, and everyone's nerves were on edge."Perfect timing! I've been waiting to kill him sooner or later!"Alexander's killing intent surged, and his battle spirit ignited.Crimson Wyrm Master was destined t
As soon as Alexander asked the question, a heavy silence fell over the chamber. The three Guardians exchanged uneasy glances, but no one uttered a word."Never mind if you don't want to say anything, I'm just curious," said Alexander, sitting down cross-legged and closing his eyes to heal his wounds
"As you wish!"Crimson Wyrm Master channeled a furious surge of power into his spear, standing firm as he built up his momentum. Having fought to this point, he knew he had to unleash his most devastating attack."Here it comes!"All eyes were locked on the impending clash, each person holding their
"You fool! Don't think you'll be the last one laughing!"The Second and Third Guardians charged forward, joining forces to deflect Crimson Wyrm's relentless assault. Even with their combined strength, they could barely withstand a few moves."Do you really think we're without reinforcements?" roared
"Heh. I wouldn't dare accept your gift!" Maxwell scoffed, his voice steady despite the looming battle. Politeness had no place in this confrontation."Oh, but I'm sure you'll appreciate it," sneered Crimson Wyrm Master, his eyes gleaming with malice as he pointed at Darko, who lay crumpled on the gr