Chase got someone to bring him some pots and pans after entering the room.He had successfully found the Centennial Blood Root and Sky Spirit Flower from his trip to Rochester. The only thing left to do was to refine the Life and Nature Pill.The illness Myra was suffering from the Body of Mystical Ice could only be cured by the Life and Nature Pill.Chase had no pill furnace and could only make use of the pots and pans to refine the pill.Even though it was less efficient, it would be enough for refining the pill.He took out the Centennial Blood Root and the Sky Spirit Flower. After that, he turned on the electric stove.The electric stove does not have the function of pill refining. All it could do was provide heat. The real refining work came from the true energy within Chase’s body.He did not hesitate as he placed all the ingredients for the Life and Nature Pill into the pot according to the correct sequence of the formula.As the pot began to boil, the ingredients cooked
This was the first time Myra had been able to watch him so closely in 12 years.She had to admit that he was a handsome man. He looked even better than those pop idols seen on television and was quite manly as well.Myra wondered which woman would end up stealing his heart.She mumbled to herself.Myra was suddenly reminded of something and her face flushed red immediately.When they were young, all seven of them had insisted on marrying Chase and giving him lots of children.That might have been a childish promise made between innocent children back then.However, it still caused Myra’s heart to flutter over it.She stared at Chase’s face and suddenly leaned down. Her luscious lips were about to touch Chase’s.That was when Chase suddenly opened his eyes.Myra froze.They looked each other in the eyes.Myra’s face blushed furiously, and her heart thumped wildly.Just when she had no idea what to do, Chase closed his eyes again.Myra immediately looked up and turned her f
Everyone walked out of the villa when they heard that voice. They saw two military Jeeps parked right outside the door.A young man surrounded by a few muscled men was standing in front of the Jeep. He was the one who had been yelling outside.Myra’s expression changed at the sight of the young man. There was a cold look on her pretty face.“Mr. Collins, they…” Rebecca looked at Chase like she had just seen her savior.“I’ll take care of this.”Chase shook his head before looking at the young man. “Who are you? Don’t you know you can’t be yelling in front of someone’s home?”“You don’t need to know who I am.”The young man sneered with disdain. He turned to look at Myra, who was behind Chase. “Do you think it will help by hiding from me, Myra Kollins? Come with me right now to get married.”Myra froze and walked out while saying coldly, “I didn’t promise to marry you, Logan Hampton. All I did was say I was willing to give you a chance when I borrowed your father’s authorization
“My father is Marshal Hampton. You can’t touch me…”Even in this situation, Logan did not give up on his threat.Chase looked down at him and said, “It doesn’t matter to me if your father is a marshal. He can’t bully any woman of mine even if he was the king!”Myra’s heart warmed to hear his words and she smiled.It has been years since she experienced the feeling of being protected by another person.Chase continued, “I’ll give you a chance right now. Apologize to Myra right now. If she forgives you, I’ll let you live.”“No way…”Before Logan could finish, a muscled man covered his mouth. “We’re in another person’s territory, Young Marshal. We have no choice but to yield to them. Just apologize.”“That’s right, Young Marshal. You’re of noble status. There is no need to hold this against him.”The other muscled men began to talk him into apologizing.Logan’s arrogance was wiped out instantly because of Chase. He looked at Myra unwillingly and said, “I’m sorry!”“Did you hear
Everyone looked at Chase curiously as well when Myra asked the question.Chase smiled mysteriously. “I have my way.”Not long after Logan left, Myra received a phone call.She looked grimly at the name on the phone and said, “It’s a call from Kent Hampton, the commander-in-chief of West Oceania. Logan must have complained to him.”“Pick it up!” Chase said.Myra took a deep breath and picked up the call.After she hung up, she said with a pale face, “Kent Hampton wants me to go to the West Oceania military camp in three days to apologize to Logan. Otherwise, I’ll have to pay the price!”Everyone’s expressions changed when they heard this.They finally had to face whatever was coming for them.Chase was the only one who looked calm as he said, “Don’t be afraid, Myra. I’ll accompany you to West Oceania in three days. I want to see what gave this West Oceania’s commander-in-chief the confidence to bully my woman.”His woman?Myra’s pretty face felt hot when she heard this and he
“What? He’s a true master of martial arts. He really died? How is that possible?” “Hehe, I bet none of you know about this. I heard that Tyrone Gilligan and Master Collins had a shocking battle in Shantal. Tyrone Gilligan ended up losing badly and he escaped in a fluster. It looks like he must have died in Master Collins’ hands.” “What is Master Collins’ real identity? How is he able to slaughter a true master of martial arts?”As multiple sensational news began appearing one after the other, everyone finally started to piece things together to form a background of Master Collins.“Master Collins is from South River. Rumor has it that he is only in his twenties but he’s already a true master of martial arts despite his age. He had even killed a midway true master of martial arts with one hand!”The whole of Rochester and even the cities nearby were blown away by the reveal of Chase’s background.“Master Collins is such a formidable man. He attained the level of a true master of
The next afternoon, Chase saw Finn and Iris again.This time, they were the ones who came to see him.Chase said in surprise, “Finn, have you found out where Quinn is?” He asked the question because he knew that Finn and Iris were busy with work and they would not be able to conduct the search on their own.“I’m sorry, Chase!”Finn shook his head and smiled bitterly as he said, “We tried to track down Miss Norris and Madam Snake, but we won’t be able to get any news in such a short time.”“Is there a reason why you’re here today?” Chase asked.Finn and Iris gave each other a look. They had no idea how to voice out their reason for seeing him.In the end, it was Finn who said, “Have you heard about the Basalt, Chase?”Chase shook his head and said, “I suppose it’s the most mysterious organization in Bactria and it’s in charge of solving difficult and complicated issues for the country.”“That’s right!”Finn nodded and said, “You’re a cultivator of martial arts, Chase. You mu
Iris was almost crying as she watched the almost-crazed Finn. Her tears could not stop falling.She said with reddened eyes, “People are too selfish. They're either afraid of dying or they only care about their own benefits. They'll just sit on their high horses if the issue does not implicate them.“This era might look peaceful on the surface but it’s not as wonderful as everyone thinks. People can enjoy the peace because someone else is taking up the responsibility to keep the peace.“Every time there is an earthquake or a horrible flood, who are the ones who risk their lives to be the first responders, saving every life they can? Do they get paid a lot? Aren’t they people too? It’s all because they are soldiers serving the people!“When news is reported on drug organizations being busted, no one knows how much effort has been poured into taking them down, even risking their lives. Do they get paid a lot? Aren’t they people too? It’s all because they are soldiers serving the peop
"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
In an instant, a group of guards rushed forward to help the elderly man to his feet."Sir, are you all right?" they asked with concern.The old man clutched his swollen face while coughing up blood. His complexion was pale, and his breathing had turned weak. "This man's strength is extraordinary—likely at the late stage of the martial arts saint level. We can't defeat him. Summon the Council of Elders immediately!""Yes, sir!" The guards promptly obeyed and withdrew."You little brat! How dare you launch a sneak attack?!" Zion Hawkins, the second son of the Hawkinses, spat with venom as he glared at Chase."Save your words. If you hate me that much, then come at me," Chase replied indifferently.Zion, a mid-stage martial arts saint, stood flanked by more than ten early-stage martial arts saints and another dozen at mid-stage.Such a force could dominate most of Bactria, but to Chase, it was laughable at best."Arrogant fool! Prepare to die!""Raging Blade, Ninth Form!" Zion ro
Chase strolled toward the massive stone monument, his gaze fixed on the four bold words carved into it. "The Hawkinses' Secret Sect? Perhaps today is the day this name vanishes.""Hmm?" Chase suddenly paused, sensing two powerful auras converging from different directions."As expected of the Secret Sect—full of hidden talents," he muttered while shaking his head lightly. He did not appear surprised; he had already anticipated this scenario before arriving.The ground trembled violently, followed by a chorus of furious roars echoing through the air.From deep within Hawkins Residence, Chase sensed a massive number of disciples pouring out from a grand hall. These disciples, all of them martial arts legends or higher, radiated intense killing intent.Together, they were a formidable force capable of annihilating smaller sects and clans. Yet even their combined might could not withstand a single punch from Chase. Within moments, their resistance crumbled, leaving corpses strewn acro