“You aren’t still a virgin, are you?” Caspian teased him in his mind.Chase suddenly felt embarrassed.“Damn it. I forgot someone could be watching me. I have to remember to shield this next time!” Chase reminded himself quietly.…At a mysterious building in Capital City, a figure was seen seated in the lobby.“I can’t believe that Assassin Five failed too. It would be useless to send more assassins. Why don’t you make a trip there, Garth?” An elderly voice was heard not far off.Someone suddenly replied, “I don’t mind going there, but I won’t do an assassination.”“What do you mean?”“I’ll invite that little bastard for a duel in the name of Martial Soul Hall. It doesn’t matter if he shows up. I’ll still be able to make a name for the Martial Soul Hall!”“Good idea!”…Chase was still thinking about the kiss when he returned to Imperial Dragon Bay. That was when Quinn called him on the phone.He thought that Quinn wanted to see him again and quickly picked up the call. Ho
Silent Creek was different from the other cities in Bactria. Chase only realized that when he arrived. He felt like he had returned to his childhood. There were no high-rise buildings here, and it was the same near the airport. All they saw was barren land not long after they left the airport.“Where are we heading to, Quinn?” Chase looked at the unlimited stretch of barren land and asked.“We’ll head to Grandma Snake’s old home first to take a look,” Quinn replied after some thought.“Alright!”They had no clues for now, and Chase could only follow Quinn’s lead.Chase and Quinn had to keep changing different transports. They started with a cab and later boarded a big bus. After that, they got onto a smaller bus and later took a tricycle. In the end, they got on the original transportation known to men, a horse.They traveled two entire days before they arrived at a tribe. There were a few tents scattered around. They could even see some fallen tents from afar.This was bad!Th
The Voodoo Cult was putting in a lot of effort just to find Quinn, whom the Golden Voodoo Silkworm had acknowledged as its master. Madam Snake had told Quinn once that anyone who had been acknowledged as its master would be known as the Saintess by the Voodoo Cult.Quinn blamed herself for this.Chase noticed how upset she was and held her hand. He said softly, “Don’t feel bad about this, Quinn. The Voodoo Cult are the ones who murdered people. It has nothing to do with you.”“I know, but so many innocent people have died. They’re all just ordinary people. Why would the Voodoo Cult do this to them?” Quinn could not stop feeling sorrow over what happened.“It’s pointless to feel sad at this point. If the Voodoo Cult is after you, Madam Snake won’t be in any danger for now. We should figure out a way to save her,” Chase said after analyzing the situation.Quinn thought Chase was right.“Grandma Snake brought me to the Voodoo Cult before when she was buying voodoo bugs for me. We ca
It was a whole new world for Chase when they entered the village.Quinn had wanted to take Chase directly to where the voodoo bugs were, but Chase stopped her. He pulled her into a place that looked like a restaurant instead.There were not many people inside. Only three or five tables were filled up while the rest of the tables were empty. Chase and Quinn found an empty table and sat down. They waited a while before a waitress came to their table.“What would you like?” A young woman in a traditional Silent Creek dress asked them in a crisp voice.“Bring us all your restaurant’s specialties and give us two bottles of your best alcohol,” Chase said slowly while deliberately deepening his voice.“Alright. Coming right up.” The woman became a little more friendly when she heard their order and turned to enter the kitchen.It was not often that the restaurant had such generous customers. They instantly became her most important customers.“This place is one of the locations where t
Several ordinary Voodoo Cult members would never discover Chase and Quinn following them. Those men chatted happily along the way.Once they got nearer to an old building, they stopped chatting. This had to be one of the branches of the Voodoo Cult.The old building was situated deep inside the forest, but it did not seem out of place. It looked like it was made to be there. Huge trees surrounded the walls, looking like they were one with the building. This had to be the place those men were talking about.“Did all of you sneak out for a drink again? Do you know what day it is today? If the cult guardians had spotted you, you’d be severely punished.”The moment those men stepped through the door, a well-built man immediately berated them.“Have the cult guardians arrive?” Someone broke out in a cold sweat when he heard them being mentioned.“Hmph. I’ll deal with all of you later.” The man grunted coldly and ignored them after that.The group of men were relieved and quickly ran
Fear appeared in Madam Snake’s eyes when she saw Quinn. She was reminded of something and slowly said with chapped lips, “Did we finally meet our doom, silly girl? Is this hell?”Madam Snake had no idea that she was in the hands of the Voodoo Cult and had a chance to live. When she saw Quinn, she thought she had arrived in hell.“What are you talking about, Grandma Snake? I came to Silent Creek to save you,” Quinn wiped away her tears when she saw Madam Snake wake up and said with a smile.“Huh? You’re here at Silent Creek? What are you doing here? Didn’t I tell you to run and stay away from Silent Creek?” Madam Snake was not happy to hear this and got anxious instead.“Don’t be afraid, Grandma Snake. I’m not the only one here. Chase is here too. I bet you don't know that Chase is invincible now,” Quinn comforted her. She thought that Madam Snake was probably not aware of how formidable Chase was.“Have you any idea how scary Silent Creek is? It’s not just you. Even your boyfriend
Quinn slowly stood up when a fight seemed unavoidable, and she began to channel her true energy.The venomous snakes next to the commander instantly sensed a horrifying presence. They lowered their heads to the ground in submission to Quinn. This sight stunned the commander, and he suddenly remembered something.“It’s useless even if you emanate the aura of the Holy Silkworm to force these snakes into submission. You’re just a true master of martial arts, and that’s the extent of your abilities. I can still take you down without the help of these venomous snakes,” the commander said as his energy burst out.The underground prison was filled with the power of a stage four true master of martial arts. All of the Voodoo Cult members instantly fell cowering to the ground.“Stop resisting us, Saintess, and come back to the headquarters with us. You’ll still be the Saintess who will rule over most of us. A position like that can only be dreamed of in Silent Creek. I would advise you not
Everyone exploded when Chase declared this.“How dare you insult the Saintess?!”“What? The Saintess is married?”“You’re dead!”“Kill him! No one is allowed to insult the Saintess!”“Anyone who insults the Saintess must die!”…Maidi was not the only one whose face fell.The other members of the Voodoo Cult who were cowering on the ground were enraged as well as they cursed at Chase. However, it did not matter how many people there were. They were all ants to Chase.Chase did not do anything as he stood where he was.Dozens of members rushed out to attack Chase, only to have their bodies explode instantly. Blood and internal organs flew in every direction.Maidi came flying toward Chase when he saw this.If he did not do something, Chase would slaughter all of the Voodoo Cult members in this branch.Chase finally got serious when he saw Maidi attacking him. A sharp look flashed in Chase’s eye as he flew forward. He appeared quickly in front of Maidi and made the first att
"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