Chad hoisted the unconscious Stanley and went to the air-raid shelter in the backyard's underground villa.He noticed that the walls were covered with Yggdrasil roots. He began to worry that the Yggdrasil might destroy the newly built underground villa if left unchecked.However, his immediate task was to help Stanley restore his life energy and break the enchantment spell he was under. Chad used several needles to adjust Stanley's breathing rhythm.Following the fire folk's breathing technique, he guided Stanley in gradually replenishing his body's life energy through controlled breathing.As Stanley followed the breathing technique, noticeable changes appeared in his condition. Half an hour later, Stanley woke up and, seeing his surroundings, was puzzled."Mr. Jennings, what happened to me?"Chad glanced at him and began removing the needles. He said, "I was helping you regulate your body.""Oh! Right! I'm marrying Jojo, and you invited me for a check-up—"Halfway through his
The funding gap alone was over a billion, but if Chad could fill that gap, Mystic Pavilion would be operational. Once Mystic Pavilion was up and running, Chad's three-year plan could be implemented! That meant that even if Matilda did not divorce Chad, he would soon propose a divorce anyway.Stanley's eyes gleamed with excitement as he said, "If I mortgaged all the Bellenuite Group shares I have, I should be able to cash out 20 billion. But—"Stanley was still worried. Considering the cost of using a loan, having so much cash on hand was not necessarily a good thing."Don't worry, you can give it to me. I need this money."Stanley thought he had misheard Chad, but when he saw Chad's determined look, he asked, "Dr. Jennings, aren't you uninterested in money?""I'm not interested in money, but the Mystic Group needs it!"Stanley became excited. "The Mystic Group? Say no more; I'll invest 50 billion!"However, Chad said, "No shares, only dividends, so think it through."Stanley fe
"Damn it! Do they want to cause trouble?"As Chad calmed down, he swore, his first reaction being that Braum had been deceived.When she saw Chad's reaction, Nancy asked, "What's wrong, Chad?"Chad did not want to get her involved. "Nothing; you go about your business!"However, Nancy said, "Actually, I know how they left. They left with a group of soldiers."That made Chad freeze. "What soldiers did they leave with?"Nancy looked around and said, "The soldiers who go to the firmament. They found a way to the celestial realm and claimed they could take people there."Chad was stunned, not expecting things to have reached that point.Nancy said, "Those soldiers aren't from Hacniane. I saw their shoulder patches; they're Saffronesian soldiers!"Chad was shocked. "Why would Saffronesian soldiers appear in Hacniane?"Nancy looked at Chad, even more confused. "You didn't know? There are three places in the world that can reach the firmament, and all of them are in Hacniane, one of
On Temple Road, large machinery had been used to repair the road after its demolition, transforming it into a temporary runway capable of accommodating large aircraft.By noon, important figures like Bloomington's governor Zach Jovy and Rivervale's governor Tori Hart had arrived. They chose the Hall of Herbs as their gathering point, remaining silent as they waited.Around two o'clock in the afternoon, after all the heavy machinery had been removed from Temple Road, three loud booms were heard in the sky.The sound, often referred to as a sky quake, was familiar. However, it was different then. After that, a dense formation of aircraft suddenly appeared over Bloomington.At the head of the formation was a large transport plane, followed by a series of fighter jets.When Chad saw the formation, he noticed many people in military uniforms had gathered outside Temple Road. He surprisingly spotted Logan, dressed in a military uniform, standing quietly among the soldiers, wearing six m
Logan felt a mix of emotions. "But you've already divorced Matilda!"Chad sighed. "Just go with peace of mind!"Chad understood Logan's thinking. Matilda would have difficulty taking care of Celine and John. Otherwise, Logan would not have called Chad; he would have called Matilda. At that point, there was no point in hiding anything from her.Logan was deeply moved. "Thank you. If they ask what I'm doing, say—""You're working overseas.""Yes, working overseas."Then, Logan hung up and silently stepped out among the uniformed veterans."Former regiment commander of the Hacniane Airforce's Third Corps, Logan Sachs, reporting for duty!" Logan's voice rang out, and others immediately followed suit, stepping forward.The officer in charge of recruitment immediately verified their identities. Chad could see from the officer's demeanor that the situation in the firmament was dire.As the plane's door began to close, an officer approached Chad. "Sir, I'm ordered to ensure your safet
"I don't know the side effects of this thing, but its effect is to regenerate your physical body. I want to give it to you!" Chad said, offering a small jade bottle.The officer was initially stunned, then smiled dismissively. "This is the Elixir of Perception, isn't it? Honestly, my body was already restored by the Elixir of Perception. It's useless to me now."Chad was taken aback. The officer patted his shoulder. "The firmament has more than just the Elixir of Perception. There are many things, like the Tri-Life Stone, that can split one's soul into three parts. There are countless strange things there."He looked out the window, noting the Yggdrasil tree in the Hall of Herbs' backyard. "That tree behind your shop is Yggdrasil, right? I saw a Yggdrasil in the firmament that supposedly reaches over a thousand kilometers high!"Chad smiled and asked, "We've talked so much, but I still don't know your name.""Warrior sage, David Yeager," the officer replied."Warrior sage!" Chad
Matilda threw herself in front of Logan, trying to grab the luggage from his hand. Logan gently pushed her aside. "You don't understand. I have to go!""I do understand! You raised me. I can't lose you!" Matilda said, her eyes full of determination. Seeing her expression, Logan put down his luggage and slumped onto the bed."Dad, you've always cared for me. Mom wouldn't have been kind to me if it weren't for you. If you don't leave, our family will be complete!" Matilda pleaded.Logan, touched by her words, patted her head. "I have no choice. I have to go this time. I'm sorry."He gently pressed a point on Matilda's neck, causing her to faint before she could react. He laid her on the bed, grabbed his luggage, and left the villa.Outside, a military vehicle was waiting for him. A soldier saw Logan and saluted. "Sir!"Logan threw his luggage to the soldier and got into the car.Half an hour later, Matilda woke up to find Logan gone."Dad! Dad!" she called out, frantically search
Upon entering, Chad noticed guards stationed every few steps, creating a heavily secure environment. The car stopped outside a traditional courtyard house.Zayan smiled at Chad. "We're home. Get out of the car."Chad glanced at the guards standing watch and got out, still full of questions. When he entered, a beautiful woman in the living room caught his eye; she looked strikingly similar to Matilda."Naomi, we have a guest. Go make some tea!" Zayan called out, pulling Chad by the hand and leading him into the study. "That was my daughter Naomi, my second daughter!"Chad remained puzzled, not understanding why Zayan was so kind to him. Once seated, Zayan began to speak, "It's been over 20 years. Time flies so fast. Even Naomi is all grown up."As he spoke, Naomi entered with two cups of tea. "Dad, when will she be here? Mom said she's already sent out the card."Zayan smiled indulgently. "You're in such a hurry. She'll arrive tomorrow night.""Alright, I'll leave you two to chat