The gold saber in Lou's hand broke piece by piece. Lou went flying backward and crashed into a wall. He fell into the garden in a disheveled manner. Lou struggled to stand but failed. There was a dent in his chest, and a few of his rib bones were broken. He was covered in blood.Hero's expression changed as he quickly went up to help him. "Lou! How are you feeling? Can you be saved? What's wrong with you?" Hero's face turned pale. He quickly took out a pill and fed it to Lou. It was not long before Lou's wounds stopped bleeding, and his breathing stabled.He opened his eyes slowly. Focus gradually returned to his eyes. He growled, "Hmph! You're dead, Chase Collins!""Do you think these tricks can hurt me? But I must admit that I'm impressed with the Webers. You have a martial arts saint among you. It looks like it'll be a fight to the death with me." Chase shook his head. He was not surprised about this.He knew that there was someone powerful behind the Webers. Otherwise, they w
"But…" Hero refused to give in. "He deserves to die. He should be torn apart!"Mountain frowned and roared coldly, "Shut up! I have my considerations. There's no need for you to say anything else."Hero sighed and bowed as he retreated out of the room.Once everyone was gone, Mountain raised his head to look outside the window. He gave an inaudible sigh and mumbled, "Collins… Chase Collins… The Collinses…"A blurred face appeared in his mind as he began to reminisce……In a remote courtyard of the Weber residence, the house was lit brightly.The dim, yellow light shone through the cracks and into the room. It shone at a man next to the table.He was a muscular man who had healthy copper-colored skin. He had armor on and a rifle slung over his shoulder. There was an intimidating air about him. He looked like a fierce warrior on the battlefield.The man was seated cross-legged next to the table with a book in his hand. He was reading it quietly.Just then, someone knocked on hi
A ghostly figure suddenly appeared behind him, wielding a dagger in a vicious strike aimed at the young man's life.A sharp collision sounded abruptly. The young man in green extended two fingers, catching the attacking dagger. The sharp blade sliced into his palm, with bright red blood dripping down his hand."What?!" The assailant was greatly shocked, feeling his right arm tremble violently as if an immense force were crushing his wrist, causing intense pain.Accompanied by the sound of bones snapping, the dagger shattered into a heap of iron fragments. The young man's two fingers remained intact and motionless, like a work of art forged from steel."How is this possible?!" The man in black was utterly astonished. His eyes were wide as he stared at the young man in disbelief.Although he was a genuine stage-eight martial arts legend, he could not even withstand the opponent's single hand just now."Who on earth are you?" the man in black growled through gritted teeth. He swiftl
Night fell, and the stars shimmered brilliantly.Chase returned to his residence. He knew that both the Hawkinses and the Webers were hunting for him, intent on killing him. However, he had already avenged the Collins family for their massacre at the hands of the Webers and the Hawkins.He now needed to intensify his cultivation.Hero possessed brute strength but lacked intellect, while Hoss was a sinister and cunning individual. Although they appeared to be in a cooperative relationship, they each had their own hidden agendas.After the Collins family was wiped out, the Hawkins family definitely did not let matters rest and would have dispatched experts to investigate secretly.Given Chase's special identity, he could not easily reveal his whereabouts.Therefore, he decided to continue keeping a low profile. Once Chase had cultivated enough, he would seek out Weber Group and Hoss to settle the score.The next day, spies from both the Hawkinses and the Webers received secret rep
It would not be a simple joke if Hoss angered a martial arts saint; the entire Hawkins family could face annihilation!"Forget it. We'll have to delay a bit longer. Let's hope that martial arts saint returns," Hoss said with a sigh.Just then, the door opened. He looked up to see a man in a suit approaching with a calm but formidable presence that made Hoss' eyes narrow in tension. "Caelus, why are you here?""Oh, I came to discuss something with you," Caelus Hawkins, Hoss' big brother, said while scanning the room. "Hoss, where are your men? Where did they go?""What do you need, Caelus?" Hoss asked with a frown."I have a task for you," Caelus said seriously. "That rat, Chase Collins, is back in Capital City. I want you to bring a few men and capture him immediately—discreetly.""Understood!" Hoss agreed, nodding."And bring a warrior's corpse along. I want him to suffer from every kind of torture method before he's sent to hell," Caelus sneered.He had already dispatched ass
It was a silver dagger with an exceptionally sharp blade that glinted blue under the light.Hero sneered, flicking his fingers and sending the dagger flying with a powerful jolt of energy. At that moment, a man dressed in black was thrown backward through the window, stumbling seven or eight steps before he steadied himself."Who are you? How dare you infiltrate the Weber residence? Such audacity!" Hero demanded.The man in black burst into laughter. "The mighty Weber heir, reduced to a lone figure? I wonder how you even climbed to this position!" he sneered, mocking Hero with contempt in his eyes. "You're unfit to be the heir, let alone control the southern Weber Group. I suggest you surrender it immediately, or I'll personally see to the Webers' destruction. I'll leave no corpses behind for their funerals." "Arrogant brat!" Hero replied coldly. "I'd love to see who gave you the courage to make threats like that."He quickly lunged forward, aiming a slap at the man's head. How
"Wait!" the man in black shouted in a panic. "Mr. Weber, please spare my life. I surrender!""Surrendering doesn't guarantee you'll avoid punishment," Hero said coolly."I understand! I understand!" The man in black nodded quickly. "Kaplan sent us to kill your father and siblings—and to seize Weber Group from you!"Hero frowned. "Kaplan? Which Kaplan?""Kaplan Larsen of Capital City!" the man said while trembling.Hearing this, Hero understood. He should have guessed. Who else in Capital City could command a martial arts legend to risk his life? Kaplan was the only one with that kind of pull.Hero had long suspected Kaplan's ambition, aiming to take advantage of his own weakened state. Now, it appeared Kaplan had been plotting all along. He had to admit, the Larsens were playing their cards well. Clearly, they were aware of his dealings with the Hawkinses."In that case, I have no choice but to kill you to ensure my safety," Hero said coldly, raising his hand to strike."No! Mr
Hero's expression darkened as he asked, "What about the other offices?""Not a trace!" replied the head of security.Hearing this, Hero's frown deepened. "Could they all be hiding?""Mr. Weber, look!" the head of security suddenly pointed toward the windowsill."Hmm?" Hero turned, following the direction being pointed at. His gaze immediately turned icy.There, near the windowsill, was a dark, gaping hole."Could it be..." Hero narrowed his eyes, barking, "Did they jump?!""Mr. Weber, is it possible they slipped out from the balcony?" the head of security hesitated."Idiot!" Hero could not hold back his anger. "This is the eighth floor! Do you think someone could just jump out of the window?""So, what should we do?" The head of security looked clueless."Let's go to the monitoring room and check the surveillance footage," Hero replied. He led the way to the elevator and pressed the 27th floor.Larsen Group's building had 27 floors, with the interior more luxurious the highe
The man was only at stage three, where each punch possessed a weight of 30,000 pounds.Besides that, as the Nefarious Deity Sect's signature fist technique, it possessed the Nefarious Deity Energy. It could invade the opponent's spirit and soul upon contact.It was also the perfect complement to the Nine Mirage Ecstasy.However, Chase seemed completely unaffected. He seemed to have managed to defend himself against that punch.The middle-aged man knew that he had lost all opportunity at survival when he failed to hurt Chase with the punch. He quickly maneuvered to defensive mode. Black smoke billowed from his body and formed into a protective armor around him."Nothing but a party trick!"Chase checked himself for any injuries caused by the man.Thirty thousand pounds worth of strength was nothing but a drizzle to him.As for the Nefarious Deity Energy and harm that came with it, Chase was now able to withstand the evil power after using the Thunderfruit Core to strengthen his
The middle-aged man was scared speechless after witnessing Chase brutally kill the muscled man. He kneeled right away to beg for his life."Please let me off! I still have Mirage Dragon Tiger Pill that's perfect for martial nirvanas to refine their physiques. It's what you need right now."Mirage Dragon Tiger Pill?Chase frowned. He was aware that normal monsters and medical herbs did not have much effect on martial nirvanas who were also body refining cultivators.He knew that a Steel Dragon Tiger Pill was a unique profound-grade pill that was refined with an exclusive method that combined the Steel Technique with ingredients such as a dragon or tiger monster's inner core, dragon and tiger bones, and other rare supplements. It was refined using a special flame and required 49 days to complete. It could enhance one's physique tremendously.However, what was a Mirage Dragon Tiger Pill?"What's the difference between your Mirage Dragon Tiger Pill and the Steel Dragon Tiger Pill?" C
There might only be a difference of one word between martial gods and martial nirvanas, but both were totally different concepts."Cut the crap! I'll show you the holy technique of the Nefarious Deity Sect!"The muscled man suddenly put his hands together, and a ghostly wail was heard echoing in the air. A savage spirit appeared. It was holding a rusty, iron sword in its hand. It was filled with a murderous rage as it lunged at Chase."Possession Technique?" Chase's eyes narrowed. He was not a stranger to such unorthodox techniques. He had even fought numerous people using such techniques."Die!" the man roared as he controlled the spirit. A black sword flash tore through the air as a chilling glint came slashing at Chase."That's nothing." Chase shook his head and flung out a silver needle.The silver needle shot through the air and went between the eyes of the spirit. Blood splattered instantly as the spirit's massive body evaporated. It formed into a wisp of green smoke and va
Chase had not gone far when he heard a furious roar. A dark figure lunged right at him for the kill.It was a ferocious black wolf that had fur as dark as ink and extremely sharp teeth."How dare a mere stage-four martial nirvana monster ambush me?" Chase grunted coldly and moved his arm. A bronze saber appeared in the air, and a slash was heard. Just like that, the wolf was sliced into two.The wolf was left with half a body. Its soul appeared from the other side of its body, and it vanished instantly."Huh? It still managed to escape?!" Chase frowned. The look on his face suddenly changed as he ran toward the valley.A loud explosion was suddenly heard. It was as deafening as an avalanche.He saw a mushroom-shaped cloud of smoke appear in the air as stone and dust flew about. Numerous trees collapsed while bushes were flattened."Haha! I've finally caught you, you rat!" A sinister laugh was heard. A muscled man in armor walked out as he stared at Chase coldly. He had a huge bu
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