Samson’s face was drenched in sweat at this moment. He was shaking as he looked at Chase.If he remembered correctly, Chase just said that he was the chief instructor of Basalt.They thought he was lying, so they did not take him seriously.However, now that the military news station had made the announcement, he could be sure that Basalt’s new chief instructor was also surnamed Collins.…How could he not panic?Sterling and Myra also understood when they saw Samson’s reaction. Then, they turned to look at Chase in unison, their faces filled with shock.As Samson looked at Chase, he inhaled sharply and asked, “A-Are you really Basalt’s chief instructor?”Chase replied flatly, “Do you believe me now?”Samson was scared out of his wits.Meanwhile, Myra was astonished.Suddenly, Sterling scoffed and said, “Dad, don’t be fooled by him.“He can’t be the chief instructor just because he shares the same last name, right?“It’s just a coincidence.”Then, he said confidently, “Mo
“You’re her brother? Are you sure you’re not her lover?” Mitch chuckled coldly.Then, Chase lifted his hand and slapped Mitch on the face, sending him sprawling to the floor.Everyone was stunned. No one expected him to slap Mitch.Even Myra was stunned.“Collins, what the hell are you doing?” Samson’s expression changed.Mitch stood up and held his face. He said in disbelief, “How dare you slap me?”Chase replied in a deep voice, “You’re a senior, and yet you’re saying such disrespectful things to your junior. This slap is just a small warning to you.”Mitch’s daughter, Renee Wallace, roared, “How dare you? How dare you slap my dad in our territory? You’re just as barbaric as Myra!”Chase refused to allow her to act recklessly and slapped her across the face. Not only did he smudge the makeup on her face, but he also left a handprint on her.“You… You…” Renee almost passed out from anger.“If I hear any more rubbish from your mouth, you'll end up like them.”Chase wiped his
After Chase said that, an intangible force emanated from him, scaring the Wallaces until they forgot to rebuke him.Myra pressed her lips together and eventually took a deep breath. “Chase, forget it. They're still my family. “I can’t be cruel to them just because they’ve been cruel to me.”The Wallaces were relieved after hearing this. They were worried that Myra would leave. After all, they had promised the Watersons that they would offer Myra's hand in marriage. The Watersons held much greater influence in Camland, so the Wallaces could not afford to offend them. However, Chase furrowed his brows slightly. Oh well, since Myra was insistent, he should respect her wishes.Agatha's expression softened as she reassured, “Myra, don't worry. What happened just now was just a misunderstanding. I promise we'll treat you well from now on.”Myra nodded, genuinely believing her. Meanwhile, Chase shook his head in secret.Myra was so naive. As expected, Agatha said, “Myra, y
They thought Chase was powerful, but unexpectedly, he was just a loser who depended on women financially.“He’s done for.”Everything thought that Chase would surely die once Vince laid eyes on him.Not even Myra could protect him.…Meanwhile, after Chase helped Myra carry her bags into the villa, he asked, “What are you thinking? Why do you still want to stay with the Wallaces?”Myra removed her shoes, revealing her soft feet as she entered the house.Upon seeing this, Chase felt his heart skipping a beat. He almost had a nosebleed.It seemed that Myra could sense how abnormal he was acting. Her face heated up, and she huffed. “Chase, do you think I only agreed to stay here because of money?“To be honest with you, I’m trying to use the Wallaces’ power to find Quinn.”“Quinn?” Chase was stunned.“Yeah!”Myra nodded and said, “I heard your conversation with Miss Cooper and know that Quinn has been kidnapped.“Even though I’ve never met her, we’ve already become sisters. M
Chase was about to choke once more as he snapped frantically, “That’s enough, Myra.”His sisters were the only ones who could joke about this with him.“Tsk, tsk…"Myra looked at him in astonishment. She had made a new discovery. “It’s so rare for men to be virgins nowadays.”“Myra, are you implying you have much experience?” Chase asked back, feeling furious with embarrassment.“No!”Myra answered honestly, “I’ve never dated anyone before, and I’ve never been pursued by any men.”“Why?” Chase was shocked.Myra could be described as drop-dead gorgeous with her looks and figure.How was it possible that she did not have any pursuers?Myra giggled evilly, “It’s because when I was in the military with my foster father, I defeated a man who weighed 200 pounds. Since then, my bad reputation has spread far and wide. After that, no one has ever dared to take a fancy to me again.”Chase was speechless.This woman was a little wild.No ordinary man would dare to marry such a woman,
“I’m a little hungry. I should hunt for something to eat.”Chase started looking for his prey in the forest as he said that.On the other side of the hunting area, an elderly man dressed in traditional attire and a woman in a black uniform stopped simultaneously.Behind them was an extremely fit bodyguard.“Grandpa, why did you bring me here?” the woman asked with a frown.She had a gorgeous face. However, because of her martial arts background, she looked capable.“Luna, didn't you always blame me for not allowing you to fight outsiders and wanting to venture into the world?“So, I'll test you today.”The old man bent down, picked up a pebble from the ground, and handed it to her. After that, he said, “If you can hit a moving prey with this pebble and bring it back to me, it'll mean you’ve completed your apprenticeship. I can let you go out in peace.”“That’s easy. I just need to use the right technique,” Luna said dismissively.“Really?”The old man took a gun from the bod
“Luna, no!”The old man’s expression changed when he saw what his granddaughter had done. Immediately, he tried to stop her.One had to know that Luna had been the apprentice of a martial arts master since childhood. Moreover, she was very talented and became a late hidden strength master at a young age.Normally, eight or even ten men would be no match for her, yet now she decided to take action against a young man. If she was not careful, she might kill him. However, by the time he had finished speaking, Luna had already approached Chase. Just as she was about to touch Chase, a cold smile spread across Luna's lips. ‘How dare you steal my pheasant, you rascal!’ she thought to herself.However, her expression changed the next moment. Her eyes were filled with disbelief.She noticed that she could not touch Chase at all. It was as if there was an invisible wall of air between them.“What’s going on?” Luna could hardly believe it. Normally, she could penetrate a sandbag w
She thought Chase was average, but unexpectedly, she could not fight back when she was faced with him!Ethan took a deep breath and said, “He's extraordinary. If I’m not wrong, he might be a true master of martial arts.”“What? A true master of martial arts?” Luna’s expression changed.“Sir, check out that pheasant,” the bodyguard suddenly exclaimed.Luna and Ethan quickly looked over and saw that there were no wounds on the pheasant at all. Instead, its heart had concaved.“Luna, do you see that? This isn't the one you injured. You wrongfully accused him.” Ethan sighed.Luna’s face quickly turned red.After Ethan looked at the abnormality of the pheasant’s heart, he shook his head and said, “This pheasant might have been shot down by a blast of energy from afar. It seems my previous guess was correct—the person is indeed a true master of martial arts.”“I was so dumb!”Luna stomped her feet in regret.How could she offend a true master of martial arts?If she had befriended
"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