Chase was about to leave Cooper with Scott when he noticed a somewhat familiar figure around the corner.Was it her?As Chase was about to confirm, the figure disappeared into Cooper Manor with the crowd."Scott, you head back first. I have something to take care of!" Chase explained to Scott and then followed that figure.If he was not mistaken, that was Bianca!Why would she be here? Chase was filled with curiosity, so he continued to follow.…Inside the inner hall of Cooper Manor, someone had led Bianca to this place.At this moment, two people were already waiting in the hall."Mr. Everett, she’s here."Seated in the hall were none other than Everett Cooper, the eldest son of the Cooper family, and his younger brother, Emmett Cooper.Everett waved his hand, signaling the maid to leave. He then turned to Bianca."Bianca, have you thought it over?""Everett, since I came to Capital City, you've always treated me well. But marrying you is out of my consideration. We're c
Everett revealed his true nature. He looked at Bianca with a mocking expression, and Emmett continued speaking in a cold tone."Hmph, if it weren't for the fact that you have the legendary human furnace physique and happen to carry the Coopers' bloodline, my brother wouldn't have gone so easy on you. You still don't know, do you? "Once my brother takes your virginity, it will increase his chances of breaking through by 20%.""Is this true?" Bianca stared at Everett in disbelief. She had even taken him as her brother recently, not realizing his true intentions."What else could it be? Do you really believe you're so stunning that I'd fall in love with you at first sight? In Capital City, I can have any beauty I want. How laughable!" Everett sneered, leaving his seat and walking toward Bianca.Bianca instinctively stepped back. "What... are you going to do?""You already know what I intend to do. Don't worry, I'll be very gentle," Everett replied with a smile as he slowly approach
If Chase had not protected Bianca, she would have perished instantly from the impact caused by two marquises of martial arts. The commotion was so intense that Bianca had already opened her eyes. Seeing Chase, she could hardly believe it and murmured, "Mr. Collins, is that you?"Seeing Bianca in such a dazed state, Chase replied, "If it’s not me, then who else would it be?""It really is you, Mr. Collins. I’ve missed you so much!"Bianca was overjoyed. She turned and threw herself into Chase’s arms.While Bianca felt immense relief, Everett's and Emmett's expressions darkened. Everett kept his gaze fixed on Chase."Who are you? Do you know where you are? You barged into the Coopers' territory. Are you looking to die?"Everett was confident that he knew all the skilled youths in Capital City. He did not recognize Chase’s face and assumed he was from a clandestine sect.Chase had no intention of introducing himself. He simply smirked and said, "I’m her boyfriend."Upon hearing
"Dad, Bianca was taken," Everett told the truth about what had just happened.Lennox's expression darkened as he began to scold him, "I told you to act sooner, but you insisted on waiting to get her consent. Now, look what happened! She has escaped!""Dad, I was trying to maximize the human furnace's power to increase my chances of breaking through. Who could've expected such a turn of events?""Enough. Leave this to me and prepare for tomorrow," Lennox interrupted Everett, leaving him with no room for further explanation before heading off in the direction Chase had gone.Tonight was destined to be a sleepless night....As Chase was flying through the air, he quickly determined the direction and headed straight for Scott's base. With an ordinary person like Bianca with him, it was not suitable to engage in combat, especially since Lucas had warned him of a martial lord approaching.Chase did not even have to guess to know that it was Lennox."Mr. Collins, why are you here?" B
"Kid, do you really think having the protection of a clandestine sect means I won't dare to strike you? How dare you appear so brazenly at Cooper Manor? This time, I want to see who can save you!" Alf said coldly.Another martial lord!Chase knew that he had no chance against someone of this level. He quickly said, "The Hawkinses just won the Breakthrough Pill at the auction and are now being targeted by other families. Aren't you afraid that while you're here, someone will steal the pill you've worked so hard to obtain?""Hmph. Precisely because the Breakthrough Pill has attracted the attention of cultivators I have this chance to kill you without anyone noticing. Besides, since the Hawkinses have bought it, we naturally have the power to guard it. You don't need to worry about that. Just accept your death." After Alf finished speaking, he left only an afterimage as he rushed toward Chase.Seeing this, Chase turned and fled."Where do you think you're going?"Alf's figure appe
This scene left Chase utterly shocked.Alf was a stage-two martial lord. Yet, he could not withstand even one move from Quinn? Even Lucas, who was in the secret realm, was astonished. He exclaimed, "What kind of poisonous being is this?"Watching the Golden Voodoo Silkworm slowly merge into Quinn's body, Chase asked curiously, "Quinn, what happened? How did you become so powerful so quickly?""Let's discuss it later. Now is not the time," Quinn replied, her eyes scanning the distance. She grabbed Chase and prepared to flee."Wait," Chase said hastily.Quinn looked back with confusion."Bianca is still down there," Chase pointed below.Quinn then noticed a faint silhouette on the mountaintop below. It was Bianca.She had been so focused on Chase's safety that she had not noticed her best friend's presence. Although curious about how Bianca ended up there, Quinn sensed they were still being watched and quickly took both Chase and Bianca away."Where are we going?" After a while,
What?Just that one question made Chet feel like the person in front of him was there to cause trouble. Who would buy a house and move in the same day? This was not a grocery store."Sir, that's not possible. The fastest would be a few days," Chet responded politely."Oh, I see. Never mind, then." Chase had no choice but to give up after hearing this.Seeing the three turn to leave, Chet felt a surge of anger.Were they just toying with him? Was he woken up from his sleep for this nonsense? His irritation grew. Then, he thought of one place and spoke up."Sir, there's one place available for immediate move-in, but I'm not sure if you can afford it," Chet said coldly.As long as it was a traditional courtyard residence in Capital City, its price tag would be astronomical.Chase’s interest was piqued. He quickly asked, "Are you saying there's a place we can buy and move into tonight?""Yes, sir, but it’s quite expensive. You see, courtyards in Capital City are owned by the ric
If he could sell this house, think of the commission!Even if it was a pitiful 1%, it was already a huge amount to him.Chet kept patting his chest in guarantee and immediately gave them the keys."What are you still standing there for?" Chase smiled as he took the keys from Chet."Yes, sir! I'll get this done right away!" Chet got the hint right away and ran out with the black card."Alright. This will be my home in Capital City from now on. Have a seat, Quinn. Tell me what exactly happened," Chase quickly asked the moment they sat down."What about your injury, Chase?" Quinn did not explain but looked at the bloodstains on Chase while asking worriedly."I'm fine. I'm already healed." Chase was not lying. Since absorbing the mysterious energy from Esoteric Medical Sect, he realized that his wounds had started to heal at an accelerated rate.Quinn told him the story of what happened to her after they separated after she was sure he was alright.That old man from the Voodoo Cul
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
At the entrance to Hawkins Residence stood a massive green stone monument engraved with four bold words—'The Hawkinses' Secret Sect'."The Hawkins family, the Secret Sect…" Chase murmured, narrowing his eyes as a faint, playful smile crossed his lips. Without hesitation, he stepped toward Hawkins Residence.The gates of Hawkins Residence were firmly locked, but to Chase, they were no obstacle. To him, it was as though the entire place was unguarded."Who dares trespass in the restricted grounds of the Hawkins family?!" The estate was heavily guarded, with patrols stationed at every corner. High vigilance was practiced here. Yet such defenses were meaningless to Chase. He moved through the compound as if walking through air, completely unimpeded.Suddenly, a massive, oppressive force descended, enveloping the entire Hawkins Residence in an aura of suffocating intensity. It was so overwhelming that even seasoned warriors shuddered instinctively.Chase halted mid-step, his gaze shi
"Hmm?" Chase's brows furrowed slightly."Did someone manage to escape?"His gaze sharpened, and his aura suddenly retracted as he transformed into a streak of light. He darted in a specific direction at an astonishing speed."Brat! Don't think you can be so arrogant! You won't escape. Your death is certain!""I'm an elder of the Secret Sect's Enforcement Hall!""Do you know what you're doing? Killing me will bring severe punishment upon you!""Our sect master is in seclusion, attempting a breakthrough to the Body Refining state. If you can't deal with us quickly, your end is inevitable once he emerges!"The furious shouts came from behind. Chase smirked coldly, his voice tinged with disdain. "An elder of the Secret Sect? Perfect. Today, I'll send you off to accompany your sect master."He did not pause to acknowledge their words and only focused on the task ahead. Behind him, the sound of explosions echoed relentlessly."This is bad!""Damn it! How is this kid still holding o