"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
The blade contained powerful sword intent, and it sliced open a horrible wound on the Black Iron Demon Crocodile's belly. Blood gushed out from it.The crocodile roared furiously as it struggled. However, it could not escape as the blade had cut its veins, which immobilized it.Chase exhaled. He went forward and kicked the crocodile's head.A series of crisp cracks were heard before the crocodile ended up in a pool of blood. It was a horrifying sight.It was a martial nirvana beast, and even though it had been seriously hurt, it could still move. Chase did not dare waste any time. He took out some rope he had prepared earlier and wrung it around the crocodile's neck. He dragged it out of the underground palace."This Black Iron Demon Crocodile's body is massive. It must've consumed the blood essence of many human martial artists. I wonder what other surprises it has for me."Chase chuckled as he prepared to leave.However, that was when Chase paused in his footsteps and suddenly
The sinister and moist aura became stronger. Chase could even detect the rotting stench of dead bodies in the aura."Could there be more than one dead body buried in this place?" Chase contemplated this, but it did not bother him too much as victory was the only thing crucial to him.He leaped into the dark. Chase would come to some crossroads along the way, but he chose to keep going straight. The path led him underground.He had stepped into the tunnel for less than 15 minutes when he caught the sound of fighting. It did not come from outside but from below.He was puzzled and quietly snuck over.There was a loud bang, which was followed by the clanging of weapons.A massive dark shadow was on all fours in the middle of the underground palace covered in rubble. It had four limbs and a huge head. It had terrifying teeth and sharp claws while its back was covered with dark scales.It was crouching, and its red eyes looked vicious and violent. It could lunge forward and eat some
"Damn it!"Chase was enraged. He growled while madly absorbing the pure vitality and heaven and earth's spiritual energy from all around him.He sat down with great pain. He put his hands together to guide the vitality to condense it into lightning form.Purple lightning struck suddenly, tearing through the air and wrapping around the golden light.Chase's forehead was covered in sweat, and his entire body stiffened."This thing is tough to deal with. Why is it so hard to absorb it?" Chase clenched his teeth. The golden light contained incredibly powerful energy."I don't believe that you can take this."There was a cold look in Chase's eye. Thick veins throbbed all over him while limitless energy poured from within his body and into his hands. The energy gathered in his arms.The Might of Thunder and Lightning was an extremely powerful attack technique that was unbeatable.Chase was relieved to see the lightning and light vanish. Even though this was a powerful move, it exhau
"It's a voodoo bug!"The look on Chase's face changed. He instantly realized what it was and quickly waved his arms to release a raging wave of strength that caused numerous trees around him to fall.A swarm of green bugs, with each the size of a thumb, emerged in hordes. They were like swarms of locusts that filled up every space in the air.Massive sword flashes instantly sliced through them, and the bugs were crushed to dust. However, Chase had disturbed other ferocious beasts laying low in the forest with this move.In an instant, piercing howls were heard.Various beasts and birds came lunging at him.Chase's expression turned dark. He formed into a shadow fragment as he dodged the attack of these animals.He did not choose to escape because he could sense many wild dark beasts in this area.Chase had to get used to being in battle mode.That was the only way he was able to get into the rhythm of fighting the enemy while slowly training himself to uncover a combat techniq
The Sword Manual was extremely difficult to understand. Chase had spent close to two days on it before he could grasp the surface-level information it contained.He figured that it would take at least one month for him to be able to completely cultivate the first stance. As for the second and third stances, as well as the most powerful killing move, he did not dare to have much hope for now."I wonder if there are valuable medicinal herbs in this mountain range," Chase wondered.A sword flash brushed past suddenly, cutting off a huge chunk of a rock.Chase's eyes widened. He stopped and looked toward somewhere not far off.A dark, green venomous snake that was more than 20 feet long was slithering about, emanating a dangerous aura as it stared at Chase."A venomous dragon python?" A grim look appeared in Chase's eyes.The venomous dragon python was a rare snake-type ferocious beast. It was covered in lethal venom, and even a stage-four martial god would die instantly if he cam
However, Chase was not about to let him get away. He went after Thorn while wielding his sword.The sword's blade sliced Thorn's skin, causing blood to splatter everywhere. He was once again seriously wounded, and the slash on his chest looked horrible.That was a vicious swing of the blade. It had destroyed Thorn's core, and his basic martial arts skills were gone."No! This isn't possible…!" Thorn was chilled to the core. He fell to the ground and was close to death. His eyes were wide with disbelief. He had never expected to lose to a human martial god.This was a great humiliation!"The Black Feather Guards will tear you apart and turn you to dust!" Thorn cursed at Chase with clenched teeth."Exotic races like you are pretty dumb." Chase shook his head. "If I'm killed, your people will die with me. There are many factors to consider in this world. You need to be aware of the consequences."Chase spoke unfeelingly. The next moment, he lifted his leg and kicked Thorn in the th
"Scared? Haha!"Thorn threw back his head and laughed with a condescending look in his eye. "Human martial artists are nothing but ants. You only managed to obtain resources and heritage from what was left behind by your ancestors. It's because of mere inheritances that you think you're superior and know no fear. I'll teach you a lesson today about how weak humans are!"Chase grunted coldly, and the Thunder Sword appeared in his hand. Stepping forward, he lunged for the kill and swung his sword down.Weapons clashed, and sparks flew.Thorn's expression changed as he stumbled back a step. His arm was numb."The sword technique of a human is indeed exquisite. But such an unruly technique can only be used on low-level dark beasts. It won't be able to do anything to me." Thorn put his hands together, and a dark battle spear formed. The spear kept flashing with light like a venomous snake flicking its tongue.He moved quickly and lunged at Chase for the kill.The look in Chase's eye
"You shouldn't have left the sect like that, Chloe. What if the elders punish you?""This is all because of me, Kara. If I didn't leave, you would've gotten into trouble too…""Don't be silly. You're my junior. I can't stand by and watch you die."The women's words caught Chase's attention."Huh? It's them…"He raised an eyebrow, not expecting them to be hiding deep inside the valley.However, Chase quickly realized something, and a glint flashed in his eyes. He quietly said to himself, "They're martial artists too! Even though they're only early-stage martial gods, they possess the Energy of Drago Tiger. They must have taken some spiritual herbs and refined them."These were no ordinary women. They had a powerful background, so it was not unusual for them to possess some treasures. After all, a martial god had a long lifespan. Common herbs that were easily found would not be able to fulfill their needs."I don't care how unhappy you are, reveal yourself right now," Chase said
The lion's massive body flew off into the air.Chase lunged forward. His left hand was curved into a claw as he grabbed the lion's head. He pulled hard with his hand despite having a sword in his right.Blood splattered everywhere.Using sheer strength, he separated the lion's head from its body and flung it to the side.This caught the attention of many dark beasts that were martial gods."Huh? This human martial god looks really powerful. If we can get such a young elite to be our servant, we can make use of him for quite a while."Chase's slaughtering had crossed the line of most of these dark beasts.Powerful demon energy immediately burst from every corner of the valley. It gathered within the valley and formed into a dark chain of demon energy that came falling on Chase like a net to kill him.Chase swung the Purple Lightning Blade. The blade's flash exploded to every corner and destroyed the demon energy.There was a sharp look in Chase's eyes as he noticed something st