Quinn said brusquely when she heard this, “I think you’re head over heels for this guy! I don’t think Chase can achieve that in his entire life, much less a month! At most, he’ll just be an average person living an ordinary life.”Bianca chuckled and suddenly grabbed one of Quinn’s boobs. “Just say it if you don’t dare to have this bet with me.”Quinn quickly protected her boobs, saying in exasperation, “Fine. I’ll make the bet. What would you like to bet on?”“It’s like I said before. If Chase becomes an important man in South River City, then I win.“You’re not allowed to steal Chase from me after he becomes my man, and you can’t let him get between our friendship.“If I lose, I’ll wash your clothes for free for a year. What do you think?”Bianca blinked at Quinn at this point.Quinn felt challenged when she saw the confident look on Bianca’s face. She immediately said, “Alright. I’ll make this bet with you, but let’s be clear, you can’t use your resources or the Coopers’ reso
The Quaids were here!Everyone could feel their heart sinking.The sound of rapid footsteps followed, and dozens of men in black suits suddenly came rushing through the door. Every one of them was tall and muscular.When they appeared, the entire hall was filled with tension.There was murder in the air!These muscular men were top-notch fighters who were highly paid by the Quaids. Among them included wanted criminals from overseas. Some of them were bloodthirsty fighters from the underground boxing arena.After they made their entrance, an intimidating middle-aged man slowly appeared from behind.Everyone in the hall began trembling, with no one even daring to breathe.That man was Horton Quaid!He was the oldest son of Arthur Quaid, the old man of the Quaids. He was the father of Ferb and Jacob Quaid, making him the patriarch of the Quaids!When Horton appeared, the muscular man in the suit who was holding Ferb quickly said, “Mr. Horton, Mr. Ferb’s limbs and spine are broke
“Yes, Miss Cooper.”The reply was thunderous. The bodyguards she had brought along immediately stood protectively in front of Chase. They were face-to-face with the dozens of men brought along by Horton.There was instant silence in the hall.Everyone was stunned to see Bianca defending Chase, and there were looks of shock on everyone’s faces.Why was Bianca from the influential Coopers defending this man?The look on Horton’s face turned extremely dark. “What do you mean by this, Bianca? Are you protecting the rascal who crippled my son, Ferb?” Everyone turned to look at Bianca. They thought that she would back off after finding out the truth of the matter.However, her answer astonished everyone present.“What if I am?” Bianca tilted her head to the side and sniggered. “Mr. Horton, are you planning to hurt the man I love and trying to stop me from protecting him?” This shocked everyone.Did they hear it right? Did Bianca just say that Chase was the man she loved?Every
As the voice spoke out, a woman in a long, white dress came walking in.She was tall and slender, absolutely beautiful. She was just like a beautiful snow-white orchid that outshone the women in the room.This was Quinn from the Norrises!Everyone was astonished to see her.Horton looked darkly at her. “It’s you, Quinn. What did you mean by that?” “Mr. Horton, it’s Bianca’s birthday today, and I don’t think it’s appropriate for you to be bringing men here to break someone’s limbs.”Quinn smiled warmly.Horton grunted coldly. He pointed at Chase and said, “This rascal crippled my son, Ferb. It’s only right for me, as a father, to punish the person responsible.“Hand him over to me and I’ll leave with my men. You can continue being here in peace.”“What if we refuse to hand him over?” Quinn asked in the same warm manner.Her words echoed in the room.Everyone was stunned.Why would two women from influential and wealthy families defend Chase?What did he do to deserve this?
“Of course!”“Don’t worry, Miss Cooper!”Everyone quickly nodded. They would not dare spread this in public even if Bianca had not warned them. The Quaids would not let them off if they did. After all, this involved their pride.“Alright. I officially announce the commencement of my birthday party.”The atmosphere immediately got lively the moment Bianca made this announcement.Someone quickly presented a few exquisitely wrapped gifts to her. “Miss Cooper, I got someone to bring these cosmetics back from overseas just for you. They aren’t really expensive and only worth a few million. I hope you’ll like them…”“Miss Cooper, I heard that Mr. Cooper has just recovered. I managed to get this hundred-year-old wild ginseng for more than eight million. I hope you can accept this.”“This diamond necklace is known as ‘Angel’s Tears’, Miss Cooper. I hired a famous designer to custom-make it for you. It’s worth 13 million…”Everyone began to approach Bianca one after the other to give he
She was not greedy for expensive gifts, but she was curious about what Chase would give her.After all, she did not give a second glance at all those priceless gifts she had received.Everyone watched as Chase took out a bracelet and gave it to Bianca. “I made this myself. Even though it doesn’t look good, it'll be able to protect you six times.”The moment everyone saw Chase’s gift, they burst out laughing.It was just six rough little emerald pieces strung together by a red string. It did not look nice at all and looked more like something found in a garbage bin.“Hahah! Am I seeing things? That’s the gift he prepared for Miss Cooper?”“That’s such a terrible gift. Even if you can't afford anything expensive, you should at least spend ten or 20 dollars to buy a nicer-looking bracelet. It'd look better as a gift.”“Even a roadside stall would be too embarrassed to sell garbage like that. I can’t believe he's giving it to Miss Cooper as a gift.”The entire hall was filled with
The next moment, Bianca went to look for Chase and reached her pretty arms out to him. There was a fiery look in her eyes as she said, “May I have the next dance, Mr. Collins?”The hall turned silent instantly.Everyone was stunned.Bianca had rejected the invitation of so many talented young men just to invite Chase for a dance.Michael and the others instantly looked upset.Humiliation!What a great humiliation!They were no better than a country bumpkin!However, they were tongue-tied when they saw Chase frown and say, “I’m sorry, I don’t know how to dance.”There was a commotion in the hall.How dare he reject Bianca’s invitation to dance?!The look on the other young men's and Michael’s faces turned even more upset.They were dreaming of having Bianca, but Chase seemed not to care about her. This was like a vicious slap to their face.Everyone’s eyes were filled with murder, and they wished they could tear Chase apart!Bianca was not angry at being rejected. Her pret
After the party was over, Bianca personally walked Chase and Quinn out of the White Palace.“Do you need me to get someone to see you home, Quinn?” Bianca asked worriedly.“That’s not necessary. It’s not too far away from here.” Quinn shook her head and was about to get into her car.Chase suddenly stopped her. “Miss Norris.”Quinn paused and turned to look coldly back at him.“There's darkness on your forehead, and it looks like there's negative energy around you. You might be in grave danger these few days.“I'm a man who pays my debts, and I don’t want to owe you any favors.”Chase said as he passed her the remaining bracelet he had. “On account of you helping me out of a tight spot, please wear this. It'll protect you six times.”“What? Do you know how to tell fortunes as well, Mr. Collins?” Quinn sneered.“You don’t believe me?” Chase frowned.“Of course, I don’t.”Elaine came over and said viciously, “Why are you still talking about such superstitions in this modern er
"What has this got anything to do with me?"Chase could not understand the woman in front of him. Why would she say all these in the arena?"Before that, allow me to share a secret with you. The male and female phoenixes were supposed to be one."Chase was about to say something when Yara interrupted him, "The Rising of the Phoenix is not only about enhancing power after rebirth; it's a process of a male turning into a female and vice versa."But since the Dragon and Phoenix Calamity, the Phoenix Deity is the only Phoenix Demon Saint left, and he lost his power from the Rising to switch genders. He's unable to recover to his original power as well."However, he predicted that someone would be able to break him out of his suffering while wading in the river of fate."Yara looked into Chase's eyes with a smile."Is that person… me?"Anyone could tell the answer at this point.Chase was aware of what Yara was trying to tell him, but he still found it unbelievable when he asked the
Chase was the only person qualified to judge if there was murderous intent as he was the opponent in the arena.When Yara played the flute, it sounded like a beautiful melody from above the Ninth Heaven at first. If one listened closely, one could identify the vague signs of murderous intent.Chase scoffed at this. He thought it to be childish for one to hide murderous intent that way.He did not know music at all, but even he could tell what Yara was doing. Yara was looking down on him by doing this.When Chase was about to make his move, he was suddenly pulled into an illusion by the opponent. Chase was on a floating cloud above the Ninth Heaven in the illusion. It was just as Carla had said.He was initially flustered. How was he going to defend himself against the next killing move with such a powerful technique?While he was gathering all the vital energy within him, a sweet, melodious voice was heard. "Please don't retaliate, Mr. Collins. I bear no ill will."A tall, slen
"History scrolls don't really help with my cultivation. They make me drowsy every time, so I don't read them," Ford continued explaining without holding back. It did not seem wrong to him.However, his words made an impression on those listening.Ford was able to pick up the dragon clan's mystical techniques after reading them once. He even claimed it was not necessary to read them a second time. Was he even human? Oh, wait. He was a dragon. Tiana stared at him, not knowing what to say next.The Saintess of Emerald Lake Holy Land had not only fought with her talents yesterday but also with her hard work.When Tiana first entered Emerald Lake Holy Land, her master told her that her talents were upper-middle at best. She was considered extremely lucky to be accepted to the sect.Emerald Lake Holy Land was one of the top five sects in this world. It was second only to Sky Dragon Holy Land among the Four Holy Lands. Every disciple was the cream of the crop.Tiana grabbed attention t
Yara placed his flute to his lips and warned Chase, "I'll be making my move, Mr. Collins.""Please go ahead." Chase waved his hand casually and indicated for Yara to go ahead.It was the third round, and everyone at this stage was not to be underestimated. A powerhouse with a musical instrument for a weapon was rare. Chase looked forward to exchanging hands with him.The melodious sound of the flute was soon heard. All of the spectators could feel the atmosphere become more relaxed."Why is this Musical Technique non-lethal?""This can't be right. How did Yara Fries get into the third round? There's nothing formidable about this piece of music.""Is there anyone here who can explain?""He used his flute as a weapon in the previous rounds and knocked out his opponents with a couple of moves. He didn't play any music then.""Is he giving leeway to the opponent?""Could he be hinting at the opponent with his music that they're soulmates? They might end up being taken with each oth
As Clive had gained quite a lot, he decided to let it be. He allowed himself to let go of things. However, that being's consciousness began to open up to Clive, and that was when Clive realized how powerful the being was.It was one against the 12 Primal Treasures, and the universe was its target. It had existed for millions of years. The result of allowing it to take over was Clive losing complete control of his body. It was a projected image that vanished after Chase defeated it.However, Clive's body had been modified by it, and Clive's mind and soul were unable to control his own body. This was what had caused Clive to look like he was in a daze right after the match.Rania then used a mystical technique to transmit her cultivation and combine the powers of both parties. It triggered a lost talent within Clive that merged all of the swordsmanship he cultivated to form an unknown sword form that had never been seen before.Clive felt like he had been revived.He looked at the Ni
Inside the halved corpse, faint outlines of Rania and the coachman's bodies could be seen. They were twisted and contorted.Foul-smelling digestive fluid bubbled and hissed, corroding their bodies.Rania appeared to retain a shred of consciousness. "Cli... Clive... Clive... Help me... Save..."Her voice was faint, tremulous, and laced with sorrow. It stirred pity in the heart.In truth, even before she had spoken, Clive had already detected her presence through his spiritual consciousness. He raised his sword. His face was tormented as if he wanted to put a swift end to things. Yet in the end, he let out a long sigh and released a surge of true essence, pulling both the coachman and Rania from River's corpse.The coachman's cultivation was far too low, and his clothes were made of ordinary fabric. They offered no resistance to the corrosive and toxic digestive acid inside River's body.Half of his body was already unrecognizable, with the bones and internal organs exposed. His b
"Pathetic."The Nine-Sea Giant Squid that River had transformed into spoke with a human voice, then opened its gaping maw and swallowed her whole.The coachman, who had leaped off the horse the moment River transformed, scrambled and sprinted away. He was already dozens of feet out.Just then, a dark blur flashed past, and one of River's tentacles shot forward at incredible speed, snatching him back and devouring him in a single gulp as well."Disgusting. That woman tasted better," he muttered while slithering toward the carriage on his tentacles.Suddenly, an explosion echoed from within his belly, and faint glimmers of light shone through the surface of his body."That woman's protective artifact is so weak. Looks like she wasn't treated well in the Norths, after all."River examined himself carefully and found that it was indeed Rania's protective talisman that had just detonated. Yet his body remained largely unharmed. With some minor healing over ten days to half a month, he
Outside Light Divine City, Rania sat inside a carriage with Clive."Clive, say something, will you? You staying silent like this is really worrying me," she said while wiping the sweat from Clive's forehead and letting out a sigh.As a collateral descendant of the Norths, Rania's life had never been particularly easy. She had thought she had finally snagged a golden opportunity with Clive, only for him to fall into a daze after just one match.What was she supposed to do now?Everyone had witnessed their behavior during the tournament. Though some might look down on them, they would undoubtedly see the two of them as a pair by now.If she abandoned Clive at this point, she would surely be labeled a heartless woman.Just then, the carriage came to a halt. They had only left the city less than an hour ago and were still far from Universal Holy Land. Was someone blocking the road? Rania frowned and lifted the curtain.Sure enough, there was someone standing in the way.She looked c
Even though the match had ended, Lisa still could not fully escape the lingering terror.The slimy, wriggling tentacles covered in suction cups and jagged teeth, stretching out toward her… Such images were seared into her mind. The impact had been too great.Though she was a direct descendant of the dragon clan—an authentic ancient lineage and one of the top races in the entire world—she had been completely overpowered then.Normally, her bloodline would exert natural suppression over most others. However, at the time, she was almost crushed by another.She could not even begin to imagine what kind of race could do that."It tried to eat you?" Walter exclaimed in shock.As a great beast himself, he understood just how powerful the dragon clan's pure bloodline was.Even though the incident with the Lightning Dragon kneeling to Chase had dulled some of the mystique around dragons, it remained undeniable that they were a superior bloodline."For a creature to make a dragon feel lik