"Don't be afraid. Just come with me quietly and I promise not to kill you," Chase said with a smile.Morty's eyes widened as he was filled with shock. Chase's words were strange, and he did not understand them."I only want to know one thing. If you tell me the answer, I won't touch you, and I'll leave right away. How does that sound?" Chase asked."Don't even think about getting any information from me. I'd rather die than tell you anything!" Morty said with clenched teeth."What a pity. I guess I just have to let you suffer a little." Chase shook his head with a sigh.He stepped forward. When his right foot stepped out, a purple flame appeared, and the burning fire began spreading.The look on Morty's face changed. He could sense how powerful that purple flame was! "No—" Morty screamed in fear. He tried to dodge to the side with all his might, but the purple flame came after him like a guiding missile.The purple flame touched Morty's clothes and burnt furiously instantly.
Claude did not expect Chase to be so powerful. One move from Chase was enough to wound him seriously!"The men of the Night Pavilion have no backbone." Chase sneered and stepped on Claude's head. "Do you think I'd be like you cowardly losers and run away from a fight? I want to break your legs and disrupt the energy in your navel region. I want to destroy your cultivation.""You! You're despicable!" Claude's expression turned savage. There was hate and madness in his eyes.Chase shook his head. "Now that you know how despicable I am, you should also be aware that this is your last chance." Chase stopped on Claude's abdomen when he said this. Chase used his terrifying strength to kick Claude to the wall. Next, he raised his leg to step on Claude's other leg.With a crack, Claude's left leg was broken. His expression was contorted from the pain, and his eyes widened.He roared, "Kill me if you dare, Chase Collins!" "Are you sure?" Chase suddenly raised his leg and stepped down h
Chase said coolly, "If you refuse my arrangements, I have no choice but to kill you and destroy everything." A crystal bottle as big as his palm appeared in Chase's hand. It contained green liquid."A Pulse Crushing Pill?" Claude's face turned pale as he looked hatefully at Chase. He did not expect Chase to be so ruthless."Aren't you afraid of retribution?" Claude roared."All I did was take back everything that belongs to me," Chase said coolly. "All of you dominated, pillaged, and ransacked everything. If I didn't fight back, I'd only end up bullied by you. It has never been my intention to act with kindness!"There was a cold flash in Chase's eyes, and his voice was chilling. "Heed my warning, Claude Loft. If you don't do as I say, you'll only end up with regret!" Chase crushed the pill in his hand, and it turned into a wisp of smoke that entered Claude's mouth and nose.Meanwhile, Chase channeled his true energy to control the poison and spread it through Claude's body. C
"What do you need me to help you with?""You don't need to be in a hurry to reject me. If you agree to it, you can leave this place anytime once this issue has been settled. Also, you'll be compensated slightly," Chase said."Compensated?" Claude was taken aback."That's right. I'll help you elevate your cultivation," Chase said calmly. "Your cultivation has been completely destroyed, and you need to cultivate to stage five martial lord immediately to recover. Otherwise, you'll end up a useless man for life!""That's impossible!" Claude shook his head. He knew how difficult it was to cultivate a technique, much less achieve a breakthrough to stage five martial lord in a short time."You have no choice. You can choose to reject my offer, which means I'll kill you right now. Otherwise, you can only do what I say."You should know how deadly the poison inside a Pulse Crushing Pill is after taking it. You won't be able to bear it."Pulse Crushing Pills were a common poison that coul
Chase took out a few medicinal herbs and flung them at Claude."Do what I say. Otherwise, you're dead," Chase said coldly.Claude lowered his head and said nothing. There was a long silence. "I can help you, but you have to tell me how you're going to make me stronger," Claude looked up and asked with a savage look on his face."Back then, the last pavilion master died when his life essence was exhausted before he could become a martial arts overlord. He died right at the moment he was about to achieve a breakthrough to martial arts overlord. "I can help you achieve the state of martial arts overlord. As for how much you're able to elevate your cultivation, it would depend on you," Chase said calmly."Alright. I agree to help you," Claude nodded.Chase reached out his right index finger and drew in the air. A drop of blood flew out and shot right into Claude's forehead.Claude immediately felt a sharp pain in his head. It felt like something had shot into his brain. It was the
The middle-aged man in white was taken aback. He could not help asking, "Mr. Collins, are you planning on refining pills?""That's right. Don't worry. I won't cheat or lie since I'm here to work with the Night Pavilion. I'm not the kind of person who abuses my power to bully the weak," Chase said seriously.The man felt his heart sink when he heard Chase. His face turned cold as he said grimly to Chase, "THe Night Pavilion is an assassin organization. We would never do something like that. Are you here to see certain death?"Chase raised an eyebrow. "I'm not the kind of rich party boy who enjoys making up stories."The man's expression changed, and there was a flash of murder in his eye.Chase was not bothered to waste time talking to him and swung his hand. The man in white was instantly hit and flew into the air. His chest collapsed, and several of his ribs were broken. He fell to the ground and passed out."I don't have a great temper, and I kill easily. Don't try to anger me,
Chase looked at them coldly. He raised his leg and swept at them with a kick.Screams of pain were heard everywhere. The guards flew away from the impact of the kick. They slammed on the wall and coughed up blood.It took only a few seconds for the guards to be killed. They did not even have the time to react, but it was nothing to Chase.Chase clapped his hands and looked at the middle-aged man in white who was trembling. "Are you leaving, or do you want me to send you off?"The man knelt on the ground and said while crying, "Have mercy, Mr. Collins! I won't repeat this mistake. Please let me live…"Chase raised his hand and slapped him twice. "Remember my name. I'm Chase Collins. From now onward, if you dare disrespect me, you'll pay with your life! Get lost."Chase waved him off, and the man in white felt pardoned. He quickly got up and ran off. Any slower and he might be killed."Now that I'm back, I need some money to spend. I bet the Night Pavilion has lots of valuable thi
"I told you this has nothing to do with you. Get out!" Rouge's expression suddenly changed, and she glared viciously at the muscled man.The muscled man's expression stiffened. He opened his mouth but said nothing. He left silently."Hmph! You should know better!"Chase grunted coldly. It scared Rouge, making her turn pale. She could not stop shuddering as she quickly knelt to the ground. "Please forgive me, Mr. Collins!""Tell me who's the pavilion master of the Night Pavilion!" Chase said coldly, his tone quite intimidating.Rouge clenched her teeth. "Mr. Collins, you offended Capital City's Webers when you killed all their people. They'll come to you for revenge. Why not join the Night Pavilion? With capabilities like yours, we can help keep you safe from assassination attempts.""The Webers?" Chase broke out with a laugh. "The Webers can't do anything to me!"He gave a wave of his hand while he spoke, and some pills appeared on the table."Take them and bring me to see your
"How could it not be here?" Chase muttered, narrowing his eyes. He was certain the Hawkinses' treasured manuals should be stored in this library.Suddenly, his expression shifted as he sensed something unusual.A faint breeze seemed to manifest out of nowhere, followed by a soft green glow that gradually expanded, forming a hazy barrier.Chase focused his mental energy, triggering a subtle yet profound ripple from the depths of his consciousness."Break for me!"His spiritual force surged like thunder, tearing through the barrier in an instant."So, the library not only holds cultivation techniques but is also protected by a spiritual restriction formation! For an ordinary martial arts saint, even someone at the peak stage, breaking through this would be impossible!"With a cold snort, Chase strode confidently toward the center of the library.There, in the heart of the room, sat a skeleton cross-legged. Its surface glowed faintly with a greenish hue, and it radiated a powerful
"Hmm? Someone's approaching," Chase muttered, his brows furrowing together.He sensed several figures drawing near, their presence becoming increasingly apparent."It seems some people aren't ready to give up. Fine. If they've come, they won't be leaving," Chase said, a glint of cold determination flashing in his eyes.Without warning, Chase leaped out of the window and slammed his foot into the ground.The courtyard erupted in a cloud of dust and debris."Chase, prepare to die!"Several figures in black emerged, their auras sharp and menacing. All of them were martial arts saints who were exuding lethal intent.Four blades streaked toward Chase, each gleaming with deadly precision."Child's play," Chase remarked with a sneer. With a casual wave of his hand, he deflected the incoming attacks.The sheer force of his strike was overwhelming, like the weight of a mountain crashing down.In an instant, two of the martial arts saints exploded into clouds of blood and gore, leaving
"Fine! As long as you spare my life, I swear eternal loyalty to you. I'll serve as your slave or servant if that's what it takes!" Luis declared without hesitation. He knew too well that if he refused, death would be his only outcome.Luis was not afraid of dying—he simply could not accept defeat. A lifetime of prestige was ruined in an instant."I, Luis Hawkins, swear to the heavens that I'll submit to Chase Collins and never betray him. Should I break this oath, I vow to meet a terrible end!" Luis raised his hand and spoke in a firm, resolute tone.Chase scoffed, his expression tinged with disdain. He had no intention of believing Luis, and the mockery in his eyes was evident. "Luis, you think I don't see through your games? Do you think I'm unaware that you're merely stalling for time?""H-How do you know that?" Luis narrowed his eyes, a murderous glint flashing within them.Chase chuckled coldly. "Luis, I've dealt with countless schemers and liars. Your petty tricks? They don'
"You can try," Chase said with a faint smile."You…" Luis was consumed with rage.Suddenly, a pitch-black spear shot out from the side. It was aimed directly at Chase.Chase's expression shifted. With a light tap of his toes on the ground, he leaped back several yards, creating distance between himself and the attacker."I see the Hawkinses really are cunning!" Chase's gaze turned icy. "But since you're so desperate to die, I'll gladly oblige."Sword energy erupted, sharp and unforgiving. A single flash pierced through the head of a guard."Y-You're breaking your word!" Luis roared, his face turning an ashen shade.He had planned to use the family members as leverage against Chase, but instead, Chase had struck preemptively."I won't lay a single finger on your family," Chase said coldly. "But as for the others... Don't blame me for what's about to happen."He stared at Luis, his expression devoid of emotion. "Do you really think I care about the Hawkinses' wealth? To me, your
Luis was utterly stunned upon hearing Chase's words. He had never imagined Chase's appetite would be so insatiable. He wanted the entirety of the Hawkins family's assets!"Mr. Collins, pardon me for being frank, but if it's money you want, the Hawkinses are not lacking in that. I can offer you five times the amount you desire," Luis said, attempting to negotiate.Chase chuckled. "Mr. Luis, you've misunderstood. Money means nothing to me." He then added while shaking his head, "I'm after more than just your resources. What truly interests me is the Hawkinses' forging techniques. Surrender those, and I might spare your life.""The forging techniques?!" Luis's eyes widened with disbelief. "Impossible! Absolutely impossible! The Hawkinses' ancestral rules strictly forbid passing those techniques to outsiders. We can only offer you finished products!"The forging techniques were a legacy painstakingly developed by generations of the Hawkinses' forebears. They were the family's lifeblo
"Young man—no, Mr. Collins—please, let's talk this through. There's no need for violence," Luis pleaded. His dignity as the head of the Hawkins family had all but vanished. The Hawkinses had been a cornerstone of Bactria, influencing its entire power structure. Now, however, Luis saw that everything could change with Chase. He needed to bring Chase to their side no matter what it took.After all, Chase's talent was extraordinary, and his potential for growth was limitless. If the Hawkinses could recruit him, they would gain a formidable martial arts saint. They could elevate their standing to unprecedented heights.Luis said, his face stretching into a fawning smile, "Mr. Collins, on behalf of the Hawkinses, I'm willing to compensate you with any resources you need. I can even offer you an entire mine to aid your refining pursuits.""You think I need your resources?" Chase scoffed, his tone dripping with mockery. "And from the Hawkinses? I doubt you can provide anything worthwhile
"What… What's happening? Why are these swords flying on their own? Such powerful sword energy! Are these... black iron swords?!"Everyone was stunned, their eyes wide with shock. The event unfolded so abruptly that none of the Hawkinses' guards could react in time.In an instant, countless black iron swords tore through the air, forming a dense cloud that surged toward the guards like a tidal wave."This is bad!" Luis roared in fury. "Block them!"A massive surge of energy exploded from him, forming a white fist aura that smashed into the incoming sword energy."Hmph! A mere insect of a martial arts saint dares to intercept my black iron swords? You people are courting death!" Chase sneered.With a wave of his right hand, the swarm of black iron swords merged into a single massive blade that slashed down toward Luis.A terrifying sword light split the air. Luis hastily countered with a punch, but it was not enough to escape unscathed. A gruesome gash tore across his chest, blood
"Reckless fools," Chase muttered coldly.He raised his hand and struck out, unleashing a golden palm strike that swept through the air like a tidal wave, enveloping a radius of dozens of feet. Everything in its path was utterly destroyed.The golden imprint descended, shattering every weapon it touched. Bones snapped, flesh tore, and blood splattered in all directions. The power of a single strike crushed everything in its wake."Run for your lives!""No…""Help me!"Agonized screams echoed through the air as bodies fell lifelessly to the ground.Luis' face turned ashen at the sight. He involuntarily stepped back while trembling. "You… Who are you?!"Chase did not bother to respond. Without sparing Luis another glance, he strode toward the Hawkinses' grand estate.It was a sprawling complex of magnificent architecture that exuded opulence and grandeur.Inside, the family members were already alerted to the attack. They had gathered in the main hall, and they whispered nervous
Despite his exhaustion, Zion pressed on as he was convinced that Chase would eventually falter."Seventh Form!" he roared, unleashing a blade strike that seemed to split the heavens and earth.Yet even as the towering blade descended, Chase remained unmoved. With hands clasped behind his back, he stood still and made no effort to dodge or block the attack.An arm fell to the ground, blood splattering everywhere.Zion's eyes widened in utter disbelief as he stared at the scene. His most powerful strike had severed an arm, but it was not Chase's."T-This can't be… H-How is this possible?" he stammered. Zion looked lost, unable to accept the reality before him."It doesn't make sense! How could you withstand my blade? This defies logic!" he muttered, his voice tinged with confusion and despair."You're just too weak," Chase replied calmly while casting a cold glance at Zion.Flicking his finger, Chase sent a pill into his mouth. The pill dissolved instantly, replenishing his deple