"I made this decision after thinking thoroughly about it. It's easier for you to get things done this way."Don't reject this offer, Chase. It's pointless. You should know that great power comes with great responsibility. There is no one else I can think of who can bear this responsibility besides you."Gareth looked hopefully at Chase."I'll do my best!"Chase had no choice but to agree when he heard Gareth's reply.He knew that Gareth had made this decision because he had the divine Black Turtle standing behind him.Bactria had placed its hopes on him, which means that the same burden was being placed on the divine Black Turtle.Gareth did not stay long after Chase agreed to it. He left them with some more instructions before leaving the base.Chase dismissed everyone and stayed behind with the Four Heavenly Kings and both of his disciples."You heard what Mr. Cloves said just now. I hope that you won't let me and Bactria down."Chase said this to remind them to be discipli
"Just by looking at the deep trenches on the ground, it was enough for me to know that those couldn't have been left by a martial lord."Skylar told Chase when he saw Chase's anxious expression."Don't worry, I've removed all traces. No one but me knows about it, but that's only a temporary cover. A martial sovereign will discover one day that they are allowed to roam this world. "Now that your power has reached peak martial lord, you're still an ant to a martial sovereign. You should continue working hard. The world is about to change."Skylar gave Chase the warning after he was sure that Chase was not lying and left after that.Chase knew that he was too weak when it came to facing such a powerful existence. There was a flash, and he appeared inside the Dragon Vein Secret Realm. He began cultivating there.After entering the Dragon Vein Secret Realm, Chase realized that another bubble-form space had been unsealed.It must have unsealed when Chase achieved a breakthrough to st
"What do you mean?"Chase did not remember saying anything to cause such trouble."Didn't you say you wanted to challenge those on the same cultivation level as you? The cultivating world has been talking about this. They're saying that Chase Collins doesn't know better and he's challenging all of the younger generation of the cultivating world because he wants to be known as the strongest powerhouse in this generation. Any known genius in the cultivating world has traveled to Capital City just to challenge you.""What?!"Chase was shocked by this news."When did I ever say I wanted to challenge every cultivator of the younger generation?""Did you forget what you said to everyone while you were at the Sosa Clan?" Skylar reminded him.That was when Chase remembered that he had said something similar when he was there a few days ago."I was just reacting to the arrogance of those people at the Sosa Clan!" Chase tried to explain."There's no point explaining anything to me. You
"That's a good point!"While they were discussing this, things got heated up with the fight.Chase and Trek, who were fighting, had pulled away from each other.Trek was reeling from the pain of being double-punched. He was forced to face the fact that his punches were nothing in front of Chase.He wanted to say something. However, Chase had started to launch an attack on him.Chase's Ancient Wave Punch could now go up to more than 50 per move.His absolute limit was 99.However, it was not an attack that Chase could immediately launch as it required the power of a martial sovereign. Otherwise, Chase's body would give out if he launched multiple punches.More than 50 punches were enough to stress out Chase's body.His fists were beginning to hurt.However, it only piqued Chase's curiosity further as to what the limit of the Ancient Wave Punch could be for him.The situation had turned against Trek, and there was nothing he could do.He was finding it increasingly difficult
At least he was still able to witness such strength before he died.It was worth dying to see what he had been living for.Trek closed his eyes."This can't be true. They were just fighting each other, and now, one of them is dying?""Yeah. Trek Cayman must be prepared to die because he has realized he can't win Chase Collins. Looks like Chase Collins is more powerful than we thought." "That's right. I didn't expect the first fight to have so much bloodshed. Someone is actually going to die."Everyone was shocked to see Trek close his eyes to welcome death.No one thought Chase was doing anything wrong.Trek and Chase were in a fight, and in the cultivating world, they had to be responsible for their own lives and deaths.This was especially true for independent cultivators as situations like this were considered a norm.The punch of death Trek was expecting did not land. Instead, he heard a loud explosion beside him.Trek opened his eyes in bewilderment and saw Chase's arm
"Join Basalt?" Trek felt doubtful about this."Yes. You know that I have another identity, which is Basalt's Collins. Basalt needs talents. If you're willing to, you can join Basalt. Even though the pay isn't high, it's still better than being an independent cultivator."Chase explained the situation to Trek."But my master has passed, and I'm a man with no identity. I'm an independent cultivator with an unknown background. Can I really join Basalt?"Trek did not feel confident about himself."Don't worry. You managed to cultivate your punching technique to such a formidable stage, and I don't believe that you're a bad person. As for joining Basalt, it'll only take one word from me. You don't need to take orders from anyone after joining Basalt except for me. All you need to tell me now is if you're willing to join."Chase looked at Trek with a serious look.Trek no longer hesitated when he heard Chase's words. He immediately gave Chase a quick answer."I am."Trek might have
"Be serious about this. I know you didn't give your all today. Anyway, I just wanted to tell you that they're different."Kingston warned Chase grimly.Chase stopped smiling cheekily when he saw how concerned Kingston was about this. The next thing that came out of his mouth was like dropping a bomb at Kingston."Someone from one of the Four Clans, the Obscure Sun Clan, has already tried to fight me. I managed to defeat her.""What? Who was it?" Kingston asked in astonishment."A woman called Summer Lyman," Chase said honestly."It's her!""Do you know who she is?""Of course, I do. Summer Lyman is an absolute genius from the Obscure Sun Clan. Even though she's a woman, she already has the ability to suppress those of her generation in the Obscure Sun Clan. You actually defeated her? From what I've heard, she's a stage-nine martial lord."Kingston stared at Chase in disbelief."Do you think I stand to gain anything by lying to you?""Nope.""If you know that, what's the poi
As the spectators of the fight left one after the other, news of Chase's victory spread everywhere.Chase was described as a legendary man in those stories. He could do anything according to them. However, there was only one conclusio derived from all those stories.He was the strongest person among the younger generation. Even though he was only a stage-seven martial lord, he was powerful enough to defeat those of a higher level.Many people who thought nothing of Chase began to pay attention.All of them came flocking to Capital City.They knew that after his first fight, there would be a second fight.It was just as everyone had expected.Not long after Chase won his first fight, people began to sign up with Skylar to challenge Chase.However, most of them were independent cultivators. None of them were from renowned clans of families.Skylar had even taken the time to discuss this with Chase and wondered if they should put up requirements for challengers.Chase was not to
"Kill him!"These martial artists were all powerful fighters. Even the weakest among them was a peak eighth-tier semi-saint. They sensed with their consciousness that Halver had been defeated.All of the Webers' powerhouses were filled with hate and anger. They took out their weapons and lunged toward Chase in an attack.The look in Chase's eye became even colder when the Webers retaliated. "I'll destroy the Webers today and get those two medicinal herbs after."A huge sword shadow formed behind Chase. The sword flash swept in all directions, destroying all of the weapons in the attack against Chase.Chase took another step forward. The sword in hand dazzled so brightly that it hurt the eyes. The light covered every corner as if about to destroy everything.It took only a short time for the Webers' powerhouses to be slaughtered. They did not even have the chance to retaliate. They were as weak as sick chickens.Cletus was shocked, feeling his hair stand on end. It felt like deat
Everyone was delighted.Halver Weber, the master of the Weber Secret Sect, was a peak martial arts saint. He was the second most powerful man after the Supreme Elder of the Webers.Two old men in black stood next to him with powerful auras. One of them was the leader of the Webers' Enshrined, Dennis Cloy. The other man was Halver's brother, Cletus."Who are you? How dare you barge into the Weber residence?! Don't you know that the Webers are Capital City's top family?" Halver said with a cold look on his face."Top family?" Chase laughed condescendingly and said with indifference, "I heard that the Webers possess two thousand-year-old spiritual herbs. Bring them out here. Give me those herbs and the Webers will live. Otherwise…"Chase paused at this point. He swept a glance at all the Webers present. A cynical smile appeared on his face. "This isn't much. The Webers are nothing to me!"Halver was enraged and roared, "What arrogance! Don't blame us for retaliating with force now t
Meanwhile, Chase was glowing in gold light, looking like a God of War.He was dressed to hunt, and there was a cold look in his eye. He displayed no emotions, acting like all he had done was kill an ant.Chase pulled out his sword, where blood was dripping down the blade.He turned to leave and headed to look for the Webers. Now that he was done with the Starks, it was time to take care of the Webers.Chase thought about this as he walked there. The Starks were one of the most wealthy families in Capital City. It did not bother him to destroy the Starks, but he had to find a good reason to do so or it might make others suspicious."Forget about it. I'll destroy the Weber Secret Sect first before thinking about this."Not long after, Chase arrived at the door of the Weber Secret Sect. He pushed the door open and strode in.The guards of the Weber Secret Sect saw Chase barge in and shouted, "Who dares come into the Weber Secret Sect?!" Chase kept silent as he continued walking i
"Who exactly is that young man? Why haven't I heard of him? The Starks are finished for making such a powerful enemy."Chase was decisive and resolute. He was ruthless, which frightened many of the Starks' guards.He closed his eyes to rest. Thin, black smoke began wafting out of his body and it eventually covered everything around Chase. No one was able to get near him.This was a lonely mountain peak that was far away from the bustling city.After some time, a car came by and parked near the mountain."Bastard!"Someone roared in misery. Theo Stark jumped out of his car. He was furious and roared with great anger.He looked at the abandoned house in front of him. Sorrow, fear, and revenge consumed him. His roars echoed all around."Chase Collins! Where is my son, Tank?!"He ran toward the ruins crazily.Just as Theo was about to get inside, he suddenly sensed a great danger. The next thing he knew, the mountain began shaking. It felt like the sky was about to fall. Theo was
Something sped by in the air, and several powerful auras were coming in close."Who are you? How dare you slaughter the Starks?"The man in the lead grunted coldly. He had a spear in his hand and came speeding over in a flash to stab Chase in the back.Chase did not look back. He raised his left hand and flicked his finger. There was a loud bang, and the spear broke into pieces. Turning back, he waved his hand. The dagger shot out midair and stabbed right between the man's eyes."H-How is this possible…" The man's eyes widened as he looked at Chase in disbelief. His mouth moved as if trying to say something, but his body gradually turned cold and stiff. This happened in a flash.By the time the other powerful auras appeared, the man with the spear was dead."Who are you?!" The two men were shocked. They were looking at Chase in great astonishment."I should be the one asking who you are," Chase sneered, his eyes narrowing.The two old men stepped forward and said in a deep voic
Chase saw that the entire living room was covered in blood. The walls were filled with various frightening torture tools."Is this how the Starks treat their guests?" Chase's expression was cold. He said this slowly and carefully, making sure every word was heard.The Starks!They were crossing the line!"Who's there?!"An angry voice was heard from deep inside the house. It was followed by violent coughing.A young man with messy hair struggled to stand. He was covered in blood. An arm fell limply below his shoulders. The cut on it was clean, and it was a horrifying sight to see.His eyes were bloodshot as he stared at Chase. "You worthless ant, you—pfft!"He only managed a few words before his throat caught something and he coughed up blood."Who are you? The Starks have never crossed paths with you. Why do you want me dead?!" He was a member of the Starks, and he questioned Chase with clenched teeth.A name immediately appeared in Chase's mind at the sight of this Stark fa
The elder was furious with what the Gold Devouring Voodoo Bug did."Damn it! You destroyed everything I had!"He was filled with anger. His eyes were red as he yelled hysterically. His voice was shrill, and it sounded like the shrill of a banshee."Did you think you were the only one who knew how to use voodoo?" Chase grunted coldly."Impossible! How could you know restricted mystical techniques?" The elder was in disbelief. Only a direct descendent of the clan was qualified to cultivate the Gold Devouring Voodoo Bug."Nothing is impossible in this world," Chase said with conviction.He flicked his fingers after that, and a green talisman appeared. It exploded with a loud bang and formed into a burning ball of flame.Two balls of flame came flying over and sat on each side of Chase's shoulder. The flames burned furiously as they formed into fire armor that covered him. His defense increased."You must die…"The elder laughed crazily.He waved his hand, and two wooden puppets
Chase's eyes narrowed as he observed the mountain of gold and jewels gleaming before him. They were treasures of immense value.He cast a cold glance at the glittering heap and shook his head. "These baubles are worth less than your pitiful insects. They don't even qualify to buy your life."Before his words faded, Chase extended his hand, unleashing a sharp burst of sword energy.The sword energy tore through the treasure, shattering the gold and jewels into dust, leaving not a single piece intact."I told you, you'll die a miserable death." The elder clenched his teeth while his fists trembled with rage.Suddenly, the space around them became distorted. A strange and eerie energy weaved itself into a cage that encased Chase."Devouring Spirit Ghost Domain!" the elder roared, his bloodshot eyes wide with madness. "You're doomed! I'll make you suffer every imaginable torment before you die!"Chase felt the oppressive atmosphere around him intensify, the air thick with the mournf
"You're doomed!" the elder spat venomously, his eyes ablaze with hatred.The Gold Devouring Voodoo Bugs were not so easily eradicated. Their corpses would transform into sustenance for dormant eggs within them, allowing the swarm to regrow stronger and more voracious than before. Eventually, they would consume their hosts' life essence entirely."I'll make sure you'll die without even leaving a corpse behind!" the elder bellowed, his voice tinged with madness.The desolate front yard crumbled under the destructive force of their battle, leaving not a single brick or stone intact.The elder's tattered robes fell apart, revealing a body covered in deep sword wounds. Blood gushed out from every gash. Yet he persisted, his resolve remaining unshaken. He believed Chase was merely a newly-ascended peak semi-saint, far from being a match for him."You won't win—not while I have the Gold Devouring Voodoo Bugs!" he roared, his bloodshot eyes burning with frenzy. "As long as they exist, I'l