The sudden appearance of the newcomer drew the attention of the combatants, especially eye-catching were White Tiger and the other Dukes of War, easily distinguished by their distinct attire."Outsiders!" Logan's voice brimmed with hostility as he barked out the accusation, raising a hand to halt hi
Lark's voice softened as he addressed the young girl before him, "What is your name?" Strikingly resembling someone from his past and adorned with a gold hairpin, she seemed unmistakably familiar but Janiella paid him no mind, not recognizing the man at all."Father, her name is Janiella. It seems s
The secret of attaining Empyrean status was involved, so the temptation of the golden hairpin was great, hence the significant conflict."Let's head to Ulthar Island. I'm curious about this Island Lord!" said Alexander. He turned and opened the door, preparing to depart.Having concluded their busin
"Alexander, you're insolent! I was merely testing the waters!" Truman retorted, his voice laced with disdain.The undeterred Truman stubbornly brandished his sword and charged at Alexander. How much force he had exerted in his previous attack remained known only to him."Likewise!" Alexander surged
"Please, my honored guest!" Atwood wore a smile, but his true intentions were a mystery."Let's go," Alexander commanded, glancing back at his companions. They were already at the doorstep; there was no turning back. They came to Trio Alliance Island with a purpose.As the group passed by, Atwood's
"It's good that you have found her, but how do we prove that she is the young Island Lord?" Atwood's directness cut through the tension."The golden hairpin on her head is the best proof," Lark asserted, confident that the heirloom of Trio Alliance Island's leaders was sufficient evidence. Everyone
The night sky was dark and overcast. Alexander and his companions sat quietly in the courtyard, not enjoying the moon but unsure of what their plan was."Why are we sitting here? Since we're trading with Atwood tomorrow, we should go to bed early," said Lark, confused."No one is stopping you," Alex
"Atwood, it's a good thing you went early. Otherwise..."Truman was halfway through his sentence when he was slapped across the face, stumbling back a few steps. The sudden act left the room in stunned silence, one could hear a pin drop."Hmph!" Atwood took a deep breath, trying to control his anger
"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