Only sect-level forces with abundant wealth could afford to own poisoned needles like these. Ordinary martial artists, even if they were rich, would never waste resources so extravagantly."No wonder I didn't notice them earlier," Chase mused, narrowing his eyes as his thoughts raced. "It turns out they've been concealing their identities. It's likely to avoid unnecessary attention or being mistaken for members of a cult."Though lethal, the poisoned needles were not invincible. With the right antidote, their effects could be neutralized.Chase recalled several alchemical techniques stored in his mind, most notably the Compendium of Ten Thousand Poisons. This text emphasized the balance of energies and the interplay of natural elements, providing methods to counteract any poison.Thus, no matter how potent the toxins these two youths carried, they would be helpless against the techniques from this compendium.Chase decided to act. His purpose in visiting the martial arts domain ci
Chase grunted, spitting out a mouthful of blood.Wyatt's eyes widened in surprise. "Your body is unexpectedly tough. For someone at stage seven of martial arts saint, you managed to block my full-strength attack. Impressive," he remarked.Nonetheless, that was all it was. It was impressive but nothing more.A mocking grin spread across Wyatt's lips. "Still, you'll die by my hand!"He stepped forward, his movements steady yet menacing."Why aren't you fighting back? Weren't you so eager to challenge me?" Chase challenged."I'll gladly send you on your way," Wyatt added coldly."Did we hear that right? This loser dares to challenge Mr. Wyatt? How delusional!" one of the two remaining youths jeered."Save yourself the humiliation. Kneel down and beg for mercy. Maybe Mr. Wyatt will spare you, though I doubt it!" the other taunted while laughing uproariously.However, their laughter was cut short.A wave of icy energy emanated from Chase, chilling the air around him. The two youth
Wyatt growled fiercely, "We're leaving!" He turned sharply, intending to flee."Stop right there," Chase commanded with a cold and piercing voice, making Wyatt's heart tighten in fear.Wyatt hesitated but turned his head back, glaring at Chase. "You dare stop me? Do you have a death wish?"Chase took a slow step forward with a faint smile on his lips. "A mere martial arts saint dares talk big? Weren't you boasting moments ago about killing me? What happened? Lost your nerve?"Before Wyatt could respond, Chase raised his hand and slapped him hard across the face.The sound echoed as Wyatt's cheek turned red and swollen."You bastard!" Wyatt roared in fury, summoning his spiritual energy and unleashing his favored martial technique in a desperate strike toward Chase's head.Nonetheless, Chase remained composed. He casually raised a hand and firmly grabbed Wyatt's shoulder mid-attack.Instantly, Wyatt's face twisted in pain.The sickening sound of bone snapping filled the air.W
"My god, someone actually dares to provoke the Brennans in this mountain range. Is he insane?""He's doomed!"Nearby disciples passing through exclaimed in disbelief."The Brennans are the foremost of all noble families!""That man may be strong, but compared to the Brennans, the gap is insurmountable!""The Brennans are not alone; behind them stand other powerful families!"Not far away, Chase stood with a cold, indifferent expression.He felt no fear toward the Brennans. Even if the situation had escalated because of him, retreat was not an option. Besides, he never planned to run.From the moment he entered the martial world, he had made his decision. If he caused trouble, he would see it through to the end.He would become the strongest, dominating the world and commanding respect from all."You little bastard, release Mr. Wyatt!"A sinister voice suddenly echoed nearby. Chase looked up to see an elder in ornate, luxurious robes standing before him, his face twisted with
Without hesitation, Chase turned and executed a movement technique, retreating with the speed of lightning.A golden streak of light shot through the air and slammed into the spot where Chase had just stood. The ground exploded. Dirt scattered, and fragments of rock flew in all directions.Chase's steps halted for a brief moment. Had he not dodged in time, that strike would have undoubtedly injured him."Who's there?!" Chase narrowed his eyes, a cold glint flashing within them.A chilling scoff echoed. The surrounding space trembled slightly as a towering, imposing figure emerged from the void.This man exuded overwhelming murderous intent, like a demon king descending upon the mortal realm. His cold, piercing gaze locked onto Chase."One of the Brennans of the martial arts domain," Chase muttered as his pupils constricted upon seeing the man.This was Wilder Brennan—a prodigy in the Brennan family. He had mastered the Black Iron Divine Art and was known for defeating opponents
However, Chase appeared amused as though he had heard a ridiculous joke. He shook his head and said, "A mere martial arts overlord? You're not worth my effort."He had no interest in bullying ants, especially one who was already wounded.Wilder's eyes filled with malice as he snarled, "Since you won't comply while I'm being nice, don't blame me for what I'll do next!"With a slight sway, Wilder charged forward, appearing before Chase in an instant. He raised his hand and struck out with his palm.The air cracked with a sharp blast as Wilder unleashed his full strength, a cold smile playing on his lips.Chase, however, did not move. Using only the strength of his body, he faced the attack head-on."What's this?" Wilder's grin deepened into a sinister smirk.Chase was not dodging or even assuming a defensive stance. Was he out of his mind?A muffled sound echoed as Chase raised his right hand and grabbed Wilder's wrist, yanking him forward.Caught off guard, Wilder staggered and
The dagger was forged from millennia-old ironwood and coated with a potent toxin. Even martial arts overlords would not be able to withstand its effects upon contact.However, to Wilder's shock, Chase neither dodged nor flinched.The dagger struck Chase's chest, sending sparks flying in all directions. Chase remained completely unharmed, while the dagger was deflected and sent flying."Impossible!" Wilder's eyes widened in disbelief.His dagger was incomparably sharp. Yet Chase's body showed no damage at all?"Now, it's my turn," Chase said coldly.In an instant, Chase's figure flickered, closing the distance between them. His palm pressed firmly against Wilder's crown. With a surge of energy, he shattered Wilder's skull. His lifeless body crumpled to the ground."Dad!" Wyatt howled in anguish, his face contorting with grief.Chase turned slowly to face him.He regarded Wyatt's tear-streaked face with an unfeeling gaze. "Remember, I'm not someone you can afford to provoke. I
The potency of Nirvana Pills was extraordinary. Even consuming just half a pill had greatly enhanced Chase's physical strength.The energy coursed through his body, cleansing his muscles, organs, and bones. It made his physical constitution even more resilient.Finally, Chase opened his eyes, his gaze radiating a brilliant intensity.At that moment, he felt a boundless power surging within him. Every movement he made, no matter how subtle, carried a mysterious rhythm. It was as if he could harm his enemies from a thousand miles away with just a simple gesture."So, this is the martial arts overlord realm?" Chase murmured to himself.He firmly believed that he would eventually shatter all limitations, step into a new realm, and dominate the heavens. He could stand unrivaled across the universe.Chase then stood up. He pushed open the door and stepped out of the room, ready to leave. However, just as he exited, his expression darkened. He clenched his fist and punched forward, stri
"That's right! Kill him!"The remaining warriors gritted their teeth, their faces twisting with rage as they spread out and surrounded Chase.Although they were wary of Chase's strength, there was not a trace of fear in their expressions."I don't enjoy killing unnecessarily," Chase said calmly as his gaze swept across the group. "If you leave now, I promise not to harm any of you.""Stop wasting your breath!" the bearded man roared. Brandishing a long blade, he charged at Chase. "Kill him! Kill this beast!"In an instant, icy flashes of blade light sliced toward Chase.These attackers, all at the mid-stage of martial god, unleashed their sharpest attacks without hesitation. Each move was deadly and decisive, aiming to give Chase no chance to retaliate.However, Chase simply raised his palm and struck. With each punch, he unleashed an overwhelming force that shattered all the incoming blades of light.The last attacker was blasted into the air, coughing up a mouthful of blood b
'This place must have more monsters. I'll return later to collect them. If other warriors grab the spoils, it'll be a huge loss,' Chase thought to himself.He stood up, his gaze sweeping across the distant warriors. "Scram," he said coldly.At that moment, the sound of rushing wind echoed in the distance. Eight warriors dashed forward at incredible speed, landing near Chase in the blink of an eye.These eight individuals were all martial gods, and among them were two particularly powerful elders who had already reached the mid-stage of martial god.The two leading figures radiated the most imposing aura. One wore a purple crown while the other had a thick beard and piercing, sinister eyes."Where's Lysander? What happened to him?" the bearded man demanded."He's dead," Chase replied indifferently."What?! Who dares to kill him?!" The bearded man erupted in rage, his eyes burning with fury as he glared at Chase.The other warriors were equally shocked. Lysander, an early-stage m
Lysander's body trembled as he gathered all the martial god energy within him, channeling it into his legs. He unleashed a flurry of kicks, each imbued with the force of his energy.At that moment, Lysander appeared like a masterful fighter. His movements were sharp and relentless.Each kick was faster than the last, and every punch carried a force that could shatter mountains as it slammed into the wild tiger's abdomen.The tiger howled in pain as its massive body slid several feet to the side. Its stomach was dented and bleeding profusely.However, Lysander's situation deteriorated rapidly. His body was drenched in blood, and his injuries became critical.The tiger lunged again, its jaws clamping down on Lysander's shoulder with a sickening crunch. Bones shattered, and blood sprayed in all directions, soaking his clothes."Help me!" Lysander cried out desperately."Run! Just run!" shouted the remaining martial artists who had not gotten far.The scene resembled a nightmare, l
The next day, Chase continued his journey.Suddenly, the ground began to tremble violently. In Chase's line of sight, a massive tiger-leopard hybrid came barreling toward him, its enormous paws smashing trees into splinters as it charged forward.This beast was akin to a martial god-level wild tiger, with a hulking frame, fur as tough as iron, and an aura radiating intense negative energy.The wild tiger let out a deafening roar. Its soundwaves reverberated in all directions, shaking the earth and instilling sheer terror in anyone who heard it."Damn it! That beast is back again!" a young martial artist cursed through gritted teeth.His left arm hung limp, shattered, and his chest bore a gruesome gash. He had nearly died from the tiger's earlier attack."Run! If we don't run now, we're dead!"The remaining five or six young martial artists turned and fled in panic.This wild tiger's strength was overwhelmingly powerful. Even elite martial god-level warriors would avoid a direct
The giant ape's massive club swept through the air, creating a terrifying gust that caused the crowns of nearby ancient trees to tremble violently.Meanwhile, Chase executed the techniques of his secret codex with agile movements. His figure flashed like lightning as he dodged the attack with precision.He surged forward without hesitation and delivered a fierce punch directly to the ape's abdomen.This strike was even more powerful than before, twisting the ape's intestines into a mess and splattering blood across the ground.The giant ape howled in anguish, thrashing wildly in an attempt to shake off its pain.Out of the corner of his eye, Chase noticed a crimson serpent coiled nearby. It slithered sinuously, measuring around ten feet long, with a body that released a pungent stench.The snake's cold, piercing gaze was fixed on Chase. It emanated a chilling sense of oppression. Its forked tongue flicked out menacingly as it launched itself at him.Chase's expression hardened.
The massive ape spread its enormous wings that spanned 25 feet in width, creating a dark shadow that blocked out the sunlight like two great black clouds.The ape let out a deafening bellow, a primal roar that resonated with the ferocity of an ancient beast.In an instant, the surrounding area—nearly 300 feet in radius—was swept by fierce winds. Sand whirled through the air, grass was uprooted, and trees swayed violently as their branches rattled and leaves scattered.The air was heavy with a menacing energy."A monster!" Chase muttered, narrowing his eyes as he took a defensive stance.The aura emanating from this creature was suffocating, its strength comparable to that of a martial god at its peak."Perfect! Let this serve as a lesson to all those fools that I'm not someone to be trifled with!"Chase launched himself forward without hesitation, closing the distance with the towering beast.His fist collided with the air, creating a sharp sonic boom that reverberated through
A sharp blade appeared in Chase's hand.This was a spiritual artifact named Azure Edge, forged by a renowned swordsmith after considerable expense and effort.A flash of cold light swept across, instantly felling over a dozen ghostly creatures.They stood no chance against Chase's strikes. Their throats were slit, and their heads separated cleanly from their bodies.A crimson crystal dropped into Chase's palm.It appeared unremarkable at first glance, but it contained a thick, viscous vitality and was more potent than ordinary blood. A faint spiritual essence seemed to pulse within it, emanating an almost sentient energy."Is this a ghost crystal?" Chase's eyes lit up with excitement.He immediately sat down cross-legged, focusing on restoring his depleted vitality.Within his core, his Sea of True Energy roiled and churned. Vitality surged as waves of energy coursed through his bloodstream, refining his muscles and bones."This ghost crystal is incredible. It's allowing my bo
Chase's pupils contracted as he sensed the impending danger.He unleashed a barrage of punches in an instant, executing the most powerful technique from the Dominion Codex.The void trembled and cracked as Chase staggered back several steps. Despite the force of his strikes, his attack barely grazed the massive beast's claws, leaving only minor scratches.The beast howled furiously, its eyes filled with unrestrained violence.Chase fixed his gaze on it, and he asked in a wary tone, "Who… or what are you?"The creature's aura was pure savagery. Its heavy, steel-like scales were nearly impenetrable. Chase's full-strength attacks barely left a mark, let alone inflicted critical damage.The beast let out a deafening roar and leaped forward, spewing a foul, dark liquid at Chase.Where the liquid hit the ground, it immediately began to corrode, releasing an acrid stench. The substance seeped into the soil like acid, causing nearby plants to wither and die almost instantly.Chase reac
"Damn it! What kind of mysterious medicine is this? The pain is unbearable!"Moments later, Chase calmed down, and his expression was dazed as he muttered to himself, "That scene… Could it have been an illusion?"Chase refused to believe it was merely an illusion. After all, if it were, how could he have seen that towering, majestic mountain?That night, Chase stayed in the cave instead of leaving. He continued to study the Dominion Codex, determined to master the technique as quickly as possible and ascend to a higher realm.…Meanwhile, a man clad in armor stood suspended in the air in another location.The man's posture was upright, his features sharp and striking, with eyes as deep and vast as the cosmos. He exuded an overwhelming aura of sharpness and power."So, it was an illusion?"The man frowned slightly, sensing a faint aura belonging to the Ghost King bloodline emanating from Chase. This discovery puzzled him."Something feels off," he murmured. "This human's bloodl