They left the village at dawn, their departure sending ripples of gossip through the community.Without a guardian, life in the wilds would only get tougher. Nonetheless, who was to say who should stay or go?"Pick up the pace! Did you skip breakfast or something?" Alexander called back as they trek
"Well, I'll take your word for it—for now. But make one false move, and I'll end you without a second thought," said Alexander, having made his point clear, and left it at that.There was no connection between them, and he knew it. His actions were deliberate."Of course. Once I've taken him down, I
"Here we are!" Red Rose halted, pointing to a cave nestled not too far off.It was shrouded in vines, thick as a man's leg, obscuring most of the entrance. The greenery was lush, yet eerily devoid of wildlife."Nothing left to stock up on?" Alexander's voice was deep and serious.That place was a no
"What's the point?" Alexander muttered, casting a glance back before striding into the cave's mouth.He had spared those people once, showing a rare kindness. He had no intention of playing the hero then.A person's path was a choice of their own making."Master, save me! I'll work like a beast for
Outside the cave, a melee raged on. More than 10 assailants were circling a single man.The lone fighter was none other than White Tiger, one of the three legendary Dukes of War, who had been separated from his comrades upon arrival. Atwood's goons were the ones pummeling him."Just give up! Keep fi
Mad Demon Village got its name from its leader, a native brute with a thirst for blood.However, the guy was strong, and like finding shade under a big tree, plenty were ready to fall in line behind him.The village sprawled against the mountain, cliffs on all sides, with just one side open to the j
"Looks like the Mad Demon's on the hunt for a new bride. I wonder which unlucky girl's up this time?" Red Rose mused, shaking her head.No woman who married the Mad Demon ever made it past a month. The guy was a life-wrecker."Phoenix!" White Tiger burst out, charging ahead. However, his injuries we
"Aargh! Your life is mine!"The Mad Demon, realizing he had been made a fool, was seething with anger. He swung his spiked club and charged at Alexander, each step shaking the earth and cracking the stones beneath his feet.The crowd watched with a mix of excitement and awe, some shouting empty prai
"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