Leo was the guild master of Thundercloud Guild, a prominent Savant Arts school in Mirage City. The guild was known for providing bodyguards to the elite, and his reputation in high society was well-established. If word of this incident spread, it could ruin Thundercloud Guild. It could possibly even lead to bankruptcy!Leo was filled with regret for not fighting earlier, but he was also glad he hadn't done anything. Otherwise, he would be dead right now!"No! That guy must be stopped! I have to call our elder for help!" Leo said through gritted teeth.The elder of Thundercloud Guild was 200 years old this year. He was the first guild master and founder of Thundercloud Guild.He lived in seclusion, sustaining himself through advanced techniques and rare elixirs. He rarely ventured into the outside world. Not only had he created the Lightning Strike technique, but he also mastered over a hundred Savant Arts styles as well as numerous other skills.In his prime, he was known as the
Then, a bolt of lightning shot towards Jasmine."Watch out!" At that critical moment, Frederick pushed Jasmine aside and took the blow head-on. In an instant, his body was charred and steaming hot. He collapsed to the ground, motionless.Jasmine turned pale. "Frederick! Are you okay?!"Yet, Frederick remained still. He wasn't even breathing."Is he dead…?" Jasmine's face went white as a sheet, and her eyes widened in shock.How could this be?! Frederick feared nothing and no one, but he was now unconscious from a single lightning strike?!Suddenly, Jasmine felt like her world was crumbling. Her mind was blank.It was all her fault!Frederick had taken the blow for her, and now, he was on the brink of death!The warrior priest said flatly, "Dying under my technique, the Eternal Thunderstorm, was his fate. If he were an ordinary person, he'd be nothing but ashes. That he retained his physical form is already a miracle."Jasmine pursed her lips, and glared at him. "Who are you
"What? One billion?!" Leo's jaw dropped in astonishment.He hadn't seen that much money in all his fifty years. Even if she bought out Thundercloud Guild, there would still be plenty to spare!Leo couldn't contain his excitement, and shouted, "My lord, I think we should consider this. It's truly a profitable deal!" The next moment, Bolt didn't hold back and slapped him hard across the face. "Idiot!"Leo crashed to the ground. Blood dripped down his face, and he looked utterly horrifying. "I've devoted half my life to building Thundercloud Guild! It isn't something you can buy with mere money!" Bolt thundered angrily. "Do you think everything can be measured by money? Are we to become watchdogs raised by the wealthy?"Leo trembled violently, then crawled to Bolt and pleaded, "My lord, I was wrong! I was blinded by money for a moment! Please forgive me!"After saying that, Leo stood up abruptly. With a fierce resolve, he said, "Ms. Smith, we've given you a chance, but you didn
"You...are very courageous," Bolt hissed through gritted teeth, his expression contorting fiercely upon hearing Frederick's words.Boom, boom, boom!The sound of rumbling thunder immediately exploded through the air.Bolt was thoroughly enraged. He wanted to destroy this place, to level it to the ground, and reduce everyone to ashes to vent his anger."Thunder Dragon!"Thunder Sea!"One Billion Volts!"Thunder's Wrath!"Ragnarok!"Bolt unleashed all the ultimate skills he had learned, stacking various powerful moves wildly. Around him, the surroundings turned chaotic.Massive thunderclouds hung over Frederick's head, with all the unleashed techniques swirling around like a giant coiling dragon.The impending sense of death made Jasmine stiffen—she couldn’t move an inch! There was no escape, or anywhere to hide.At that moment, Leo, who was covered in injuries, hobbled forward and shouted hysterically, "My lord, I'm still here! Are you going to blow me up along with him?"
"Dreaming! I must be dreaming..."Even though Leo kept muttering to himself, the fiery pain on his face proved he was painfully awake."Lord Bolt lost!" he exclaimed in disbelief.Frederick stared at Bolt, drenched in blood, and smirked. "Do you still want to continue fighting me? I've been holding back. Otherwise, you'd be dead by now!"Bolt remained calm and silent. Suddenly, a terrifying wave of energy erupted from his body, causing the ground to tremble slightly.Frederick raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised. This old man actually intended to..."Self-destruct! Lord Bolt wants to self-destruct!"Leo was dumbfounded, and he trembled violently. As an Emeritus Grandmaster, self-destructing themselves could destroy an area within tens of kilometers. Its power was akin to a small nuclear bomb dropping overhead!Jasmine exclaimed in astonishment, "Is he crazy? Since he can't win, he wants to take everyone down with him?! He's just a stubborn lunatic!""That's how Lord Bolt
Frederick's words caught Bolt off guard. He was momentarily stunned, then sneered."That's nonsense! I've sought out renowned healers everywhere for a hundred years. Every answer I received was the same: an incompatible physique is a curse from the heavens! It dooms one to a lifetime of mediocrity, like a worthless jinx. In my pursuit of honing my powers, I've tried unconventional paths, but they were nothing more than desperate struggles. My life is nearing its end, and I can't have another chance!"However, Frederick abruptly struck Bolt's shoulder with a palm.Crack, crack, crack!Instantly, there was a series of popping sounds from Bolt's body."That's because you haven't met me. Curse from the heavens? With how we hone our powers, that itself is defying the natural order. Do you intend to live under the mercy of the heavens?" Frederick said.For a few fleeting seconds, Bolt fell silent. His eyes widened in shock, and his emotions soared. His spiritual nodes were open! All
Leo had learned his lesson by now, and he nodded vigorously. "If credibility is an issue, Thundercloud Guild can also testify as witnesses. We guarantee to expose Gerald's crimes! Not only will he end up behind bars, but he'll likely be sentenced to twenty or thirty years in prison. It’s enough to ensure he never gets back on his feet!" Thundercloud Guild had served Gerald for some time, and they knew many of his dirty secrets like the backs of their hands.Frederick nodded approvingly. "Good! If you and your guild keep your promise, today's events will be water under the bridge, and I won't hold any grudges."Bolt chuckled. "You're our savior! How could we dare to have any ulterior motives? Isn't that asking for trouble?"With just one strike, Frederick had dispelled his inability to access his spiritual nodes. Bolt now knew he wouldn't be a match for Frederick even if he spent another ten thousand years honing his skills. Frederick would forever remain in another league!As
"Ms. York told you to look after me before she left, right? Is this how you look after me?" Frederick teased, turning to look at Jasmine with a smirk.Jasmine dressed herself, then yelled at him angrily, "Frederick! You've had your fill these past few days! Now you want to play with me? Men really aren't good for anything!" Frederick chuckled. "You make it sound like I've been the one taking the initiative! Ms. Smith, aren't you just the same?"Jasmine was momentarily at a loss for words. Thinking she couldn't win this argument, she decided to flop onto the couch and said defiantly, "I don't care! You're mine now! You have to listen to me!"A playful smile crept onto Frederick's lips, and he gently stroked her hair. "And you're mine.""But I'm not your only woman," Jasmine retorted."Jennifer was my first woman," Frederick admitted casually.Jasmine was jealous, and pouted, "So you prefer Jen over me?"Frederick blinked. Suddenly, he pinned Jasmine down again, pulling off the