Chase and Cabe kept attacking each other. Meanwhile, Aaron had been physically blown away from the tremors of their fight.The entire place was destroyed due to their fight.Both men fought from the sky to the ground. The earth was shattered with numerous holes, and dust flew everywhere. It was not long before they were fighting in the air once again.Numerous explosions were heard from the fight, and after thousands of attacks against each other, Chase was suddenly hit right in the chest. He flew backward like an arrow shot out from a bow.He was coughing blood when he stood up, and there was finally some distance between him and Cabe.“Hahaha! I’m still better than you, Collins. You’ll pay with your life for the arrogance you’ve displayed. You refused to let me leave and made me stay, and now you’re wounded and not my match. You should die along with the entire Basalt." Cabe laughed when he saw Chase coughing blood from his attack.Cabe had won!Aaron was delighted to hear C
Cabe could not figure out the symbols even after staring at them for a long time.He waved Aaron over.“I heard that you have some understanding of Bactria’s formations. What formation is this and how do we undo it?!”Aaron had been studying the formation from the moment Chase activated it.He frowned at Cabe’s questioning. He gave it some thought before replying, “This is an Eight Trigrams Formation commonly seen in Bactria, but compared to the normal Eight Trigrams Formation, this particular formation is not used for attacking. "There are a few minor formations hidden within that are used to trap people. Activating any one of them will cause a chain reaction. I’m familiar with a few of them, but some of them have been modified—”“Cut the crap and tell me if you’re able to solve this!” Cabe interrupted Aaron.“I can probably do it if I have a few days,” Aaron replied timidly.“A few days? What’s the point of having you around?!” Cabe was within the formation and had nowhere t
“That’s because you’re pretty weak to me!” Chase replied coldly.“You!” Cabe was in disbelief.That sounded ridiculous to Cabe as they were both marquises of martial arts. How could Chase call him weak?“By the way, I think you don’t know this, so I’d better explain this. I let you land that palm attack on my chest on purpose just to make sure that you wouldn’t realize that I had to add my blood into the formation to activate it. Did you really think someone from a despicable little country like yours could ever beat me?”Chase continued taunting Cabe.“Anyone can brag, Collins. That’s all talk from you. How about fighting each other for real?” Cabe looked murderous as he said furiously.“I know you’re just putting on an act right now because you want me inside the formation,” Chase said nonchalantly.Cabe immediately knew that Chase had seen through him. Anyone who could cultivate into a marquis of martial arts could not be stupid. Cabe decided to forgo the pretense. He stared
Chase walked over and slapped Aaron on the shoulder.“What an impressive Great Eastern Heavenly Master you are. Since you want to acknowledge me as your master so much, I’ll spare your life. Get out and go back to Eastern Ocean!”“Thank you, Collins. Thank you so much. I won’t forget you, Master,” Aaron stood up in relief when he heard this and left hurriedly.Aaron did not dare to leap off into the air for fear that Chase would kill him. He only leaped into the air after running out of the Basalt base.“I’ll make sure you pay back for this a hundred times one day and kneel in front of me for the insult I suffered today, Collins!”Aaron turned back to look at the Basalt base and swore to himself viciously.“Why did you let him off just like that, young man?” Caspian asked in Chase’s mind.“Don’t worry, Caspian. I’ve placed a restrictive mechanism on him. It doesn’t matter how far away he is, I'll be able to control his life and death with it. Only someone who has cultivated the
All three of the Heavenly Kings looked at each other and said nothing.Chase took one look at them and knew that they were probably too focused on cultivating to notice what was going on in Basalt. Otherwise, they would not have such reactions.“Get them both back there. Arrange a meeting once Bolt is back. I have something to say.”Chase vanished from where he was after giving them the order.“The chief instructor is getting more mysterious by the day.”…When Chase appeared again, he was on a street in Camland. There was a phone in his hand, and he was talking to someone on it.No one had any idea that the man who had just killed several Eastern Ocean Heavenly Masters was walking on the street like an ordinary man.“Tell me the truth, sir. What exactly happened with the Four Arms of Bactria?”“I have no idea what exactly happened either, Chase. All I know is that our superiors sent the Green Dragon to Eastern Ocean after you were appointed at Basalt. From what the Green Drag
It was embarrassing to say this, but Chase had accepted two disciples only to leave them be. All he did was give them a book to study a technique and he disappeared. Now that he was in Camland, he had to check on the results of his disciples’ cultivation.“Where did the two of you go today?” Chase asked casually.“We went to help out your wife, Master,” Iris quickly replied before Finn could say anything.“Huh? My wife? When have I gotten myself a wife?” Chase was bewildered.“Oh, I thought you were in a relationship. She told me she was your wife,” Iris quickly explained when she realized Chase was not joking.“Who are you talking about?” Chase asked.“Miss Kollins,” Iris quickly replied.It was Myra. Chase immediately knew that Myra was being cheeky again.“Oh, it’s her. Alright, enough with the chit-chat. Let me check if you've been lazy while I was away from Camland.” Chase changed the topic.However, it only made his disciples sure that there was something between him and
“What are you doing, Myra? What would you do if someone saw the Lady of Camland act this way?” Chase quickly evaded her.“It doesn’t matter. Can’t the Lady of Camland have someone she likes? Can’t she be a little childish in front of him?” Myra continued her attempt to jump into Chase’s arms without a care in the world.“Is that why you told Iris that you’re my wife?” Chase asked with a smile.Myra stopped what she was doing when she heard this and blushed instantly. After all, it was still too early to let his disciples know her as his wife.“Wow, Myra. I can’t believe that you’re feeling shy,” Chase said cheekily.The blushing Myra suddenly stood up straight unexpectedly. “It’s no big deal to tell her I’m your wife. We… We made a promise years before that we'd marry, Chase. Are you going back on this promise?”It was Chase's turn to be embarrassed. It took him a while to say seriously, “Myra, I’ve found our fourth and fifth sisters.”Myra immediately asked more questions when
Agatha had to open the door. If Chase wanted to get in, no one would dare to stop him. In fact, no one could stop him. Agatha thought that Chase was here to give them trouble.“Are you still the head of the Wallaces?” Chase asked but did not explain anything further.“Sterling has become our head since that day. If you’re looking for revenge, come for me. I can still take whatever punishment you give me,” Agatha said to Chase forcefully. She was in front of all the Wallaces and had to maintain her dignity.“Don’t worry. I’m not here for trouble. Get Sterling Wallace out here. Tell him that I’m here to see him!” Chase saw right through Agatha.She wanted to make a show of how righteous she was to make it difficult for Chase to find a cause to attack her. Chase was not here for revenge and was not bothered to explain anything.It was not long before Sterling hurried out.“Greetings to you, Collins of Basalt.” Even though Sterling was younger than Chase, he still knelt on one knee t
"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