A silver light flashed in his hand, and seven silver needles appeared.“Go!”Chase waved his arm, and the seven silver needles pierced into seven acupoints on the old man.Dr. Strickland was startled by this and exclaimed, “Did… Did you just move the needles through the void?!”After the seven needles pierced into the old man’s acupoints, a white light suddenly flashed from them, and the needles formed into the alignment of the Big Dipper. It was dazzling, looking like the starry sky.“Inscription for 10,000 years on your back, inscription for the seven stars on your chest. The Grim Reaper welcomes you now, but I can keep you here with us.“Awaken! If not now, when?!”Chase chanted those words. It sounded like they were the key to controlling life and death.The moment he finished the words, the old man on the bed who was supposed to be unconscious suddenly threw up blood that was black. After that, he began coughing violently.Everyone was silent.They were thunderstruck and
That man had been telling the truth since the beginning. He really could save her grandfather.Unfortunately, she had treated him as a con man.An employee of the Cooper Corporation took a deep breath and said determinedly, “From now onward, every one of us will search for the whereabouts of this miracle doctor even if we have to overturn the entire South River City. Don’t come back without finding him!”The next morning, Henry called Chase again. “Where are you, Chase? Riley is taking you to her company for an interview. Give me your address and I’ll get her to pick you up.”“Alright, Uncle Henry.” Chase sent him the address for Imperial Dragon Bay Villa No.1.Downstairs at the Turner household, a young woman in a black, professional suit was standing next to a white Benz C260. She looked at the time and said impatiently, “Riley, that country bumpkin fiancé of yours isn’t respecting our time. We’ve been waiting for him for quite a while.”“Stop it, Anna. I’m already feeling frus
Chase shook his head and replied, “I wasn’t the one who bought it.”“Huh?”The two women were surprised to hear that.Anna did not really believe him. “You sure keep a low profile, Mr. Collins.”She suddenly noticed the bag in Chase’s hand, and her eyes brightened. “Do you have cash in there, Mr. Collins? I always hear about how rich people like using cash.”Before Chase could say anything, she had taken a step forward to take the bag from him. She opened it and looked inside.Her face turned green instantly.There was no cash inside. The bag was filled with cans and mineral water bottles. It was dirty and smelled bad.“It's the garbage I just picked up,” Chase explained. He had no idea whether to laugh or cry at this situation.“Garbage you picked up?” Anna’s smile froze on her face.“That’s right.” Chase nodded.Anna’s expression fell immediately. “After all that confusion, you’re just here to pick up garbage?”She wiped her hands furiously with a paper napkin as she spok
“What’s the rush? We’re about to become colleagues soon. It’s better to get to know each other first.”A cold look flashed in Edward’s eyes. He reached his hand out to Chase and bragged, “Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Edward Wright, the current manager of the Second Marketing Department. I’m Riley’s colleague and superior.”Chase noticed the malicious smile on Edward’s face and knew what was going on. Chase reached out his hand as well. He said with a stoic expression, “Chase Collins.”Raymond quietly got excited when he saw them shake hands.Edward was known to have an iron grip. Raymond had once shaken hands with Edward, and his fingers almost broke. He was in pain for three whole days, and Edward had gone easy on him.This country bumpkin was about to have a taste of that.When Chase and Edward shook hands, Chase felt a strong grip on his hand.He looked at Edward. There was a taunting and expectant look on Edward’s face.Edward wanted to humiliate Chase in front of Rile
The woman quickly explained, “Mr. Collins, I’m the deputy CEO of La Fleur. My name is Sandy Lawson. You can just call me Sandy.“Our company had a shareholders' meeting yesterday, and Mr. Sam Collins from Emgrand Group announced that he has transferred 75% of the company’s shares to you. That would mean that you’re the biggest shareholder and our company’s CEO as of yesterday.“He has shared your photos and basic information with me and informed me to assist you in any way.”Chase replied, “Understood. I’m in the company right now. I’ll contact you if I need anything.”In the deputy CEO’s office, Sandy immediately called her secretary over after hanging up. She instructed, “The newly appointed CEO, Mr. Collins, has arrived at the company. "He's probably here on an unofficial visit. Inform all department heads immediately to watch their employees and display their best attitudes at work. I’m warning everyone here in advance. If Mr. Collins is unhappy with anyone, prepare to leave
Harrison was enraged. “You’re the homosexual! Your entire family is full of homosexuals! Get out. Get out of this room right now.”Chase asked, “If you’re not a homosexual, why are you hiring based on horoscopes?”“For the sole reason that I’m the HR manager. Everything I say, goes. What can you do about it? Beat me up?” Harrison sneered and said gleefully.He was given a hard slap on the face the moment he said this.Harrison was in shock. He covered his cheek with his hand and looked at Chase in disbelief. “How… How dare you hit me?!”“Would you believe me if I told you that I can hit you and even fire you?” Chase said calmly.Harrison said viciously, “Fire me? You? Do you think you’re our new CEO? You’re finished for hitting me. Just wait!”He took out his phone with another word and made a call. “Carlton, send a few security guards over to my office. Someone is making trouble here.”Five tall, muscular men in uniform rushed into the room not long after.“This is the rascal
“Five minutes and 20 seconds…” Chase looked at Sandy coolly. “You’re late.”“I apologize, Mr. Collins.” Sandy felt a chill in her heart.There was dead silence in the room.Sandy’s actions shocked everyone present.Harrison’s eyes widened.Sandy was the company’s deputy CEO. Her position was second to only the CEO.Wait…What did she call that rascal?M-Mr. Collins.That was when Harrison shivered. He fell weakly to the ground and looked at Chase in disbelief. “You… You’re the newly appointed CEO, Mr. Collins?”Barrett and the others were paralyzed by fear when they heard this. They started trembling as well.Chase crossed his legs and smiled at him to say, “Do you still remember what I told you? I can hit you and even fire you. Do you believe me now?”Harrison was stunned to hear that. He immediately began slapping himself. “I’m… I’m sorry, Mr. Collins. It was my fault for acting arrogantly, I was wrong…”He never imagined that the person his nephew wanted to give trouble
Riley finally burst out in the end, “Edward, he has been in there for almost an entire morning. Why isn’t he out yet?”“Don’t worry, Riley. I’ve already told my uncle about this. He won’t be able to pass the interview.” Even though Edward was also curious about this, he still smiled and comforted her.Anna said gleefully, “That’s right, Riley. Edward’s uncle is the HR manager and holds the power to recruit. If he doesn’t approve of that country bumpkin, he won’t be able to join the company.”Riley felt better when they consoled her about it.That was when they saw Harrison walking out in a hurry with a bag clenched under his armpit.Edward’s eyes lit up as he quickly went to him. “How did it go, Uncle Harrison? You didn’t let that rascal pass the interview, did you?”Harrison slapped Edward without a word. He said with a grim look on his face, “You almost got me in trouble, you ignorant thing.”This slap shocked Edward. Even Riley and the others were stunned.What was happening
The man had already burned through his life force, giving everything he had, and yet the outcome remained unchanged."How can your strength be this overwhelming? I don't believe it!"The black-clad man roared in defiance, his body emanating an even more potent aura of malice. Suddenly, a blinding light enveloped him, and his form grew indistinct. It was as though he were dissolving into foam.In the blink of an eye, he completely vanished."A mirage?" Chase narrowed his eyes but quickly shook his head. "Such a trivial illusion couldn't possibly deceive me."He struck the void with a powerful punch, shattering the illusory realm in an instant and exposing its fraudulent nature.A metallic arrow shot toward Chase.Chase caught it mid-air with a swift motion and, with a forceful yank, snapped it in half.Suddenly, dozens of similar metallic arrows flew at him from all directions, sealing off every possible escape route and raining down upon him like a storm."Child's play!" Chase
This encounter made Chase realize he needed to further elevate his martial prowess.Only by reaching the martial arts overlord stage could he harness the full potential of heaven and earth's energy, manipulate spiritual power, and unleash the true strength of a martial artist—perhaps even surpassing the power of a martial arts overlord."I must break through again quickly! Without it, I won't even have the strength to defend myself in true danger!"Gripping his sword tightly, Chase slashed forward, tearing open a rift in the thunderous net trapping him. Seizing the opportunity, he leaped out of the net's confines and landed firmly on the ground."You insolent brat! How dare you kill our head?!"The black-clad man charged toward him with murderous intent, his voice hoarse with rage. "Once I kill you, I'll grind your bones into dust!""Hmph. I wonder what your head would think, seeing you die at my hands," Chase replied with an icy smirk.Hearing this, the black-clad man froze, hi
The burly man let out a muffled groan, clutching his injured left shoulder as his face turned pale from the pain."What are you fools standing there for?" the youth shouted angrily.The remaining two men moved in, one from the left and one from the right. They attempted to flank Chase."Get lost!" Chase roared, his fists cutting through the air with a sharp whistle, like a tempest sweeping away leaves. He delivered two powerful punches.The three men staggered backward in unison, visibly shaken."How is this possible…"The three of them were stunned. It was as if Chase's strength had grown exponentially in mere moments."I'll test how strong he really is!"From the window, a shadowy figure appeared silently. He launched a palm strike that carried a fierce wave of energy at Chase.Chase turned and met the attack head-on with his own palm. The black-clad figure was sent flying, crashing into the courtyard wall and coughing up a mouthful of blood."H-How can this be?""I'm at t
The potency of Nirvana Pills was extraordinary. Even consuming just half a pill had greatly enhanced Chase's physical strength.The energy coursed through his body, cleansing his muscles, organs, and bones. It made his physical constitution even more resilient.Finally, Chase opened his eyes, his gaze radiating a brilliant intensity.At that moment, he felt a boundless power surging within him. Every movement he made, no matter how subtle, carried a mysterious rhythm. It was as if he could harm his enemies from a thousand miles away with just a simple gesture."So, this is the martial arts overlord realm?" Chase murmured to himself.He firmly believed that he would eventually shatter all limitations, step into a new realm, and dominate the heavens. He could stand unrivaled across the universe.Chase then stood up. He pushed open the door and stepped out of the room, ready to leave. However, just as he exited, his expression darkened. He clenched his fist and punched forward, stri
The dagger was forged from millennia-old ironwood and coated with a potent toxin. Even martial arts overlords would not be able to withstand its effects upon contact.However, to Wilder's shock, Chase neither dodged nor flinched.The dagger struck Chase's chest, sending sparks flying in all directions. Chase remained completely unharmed, while the dagger was deflected and sent flying."Impossible!" Wilder's eyes widened in disbelief.His dagger was incomparably sharp. Yet Chase's body showed no damage at all?"Now, it's my turn," Chase said coldly.In an instant, Chase's figure flickered, closing the distance between them. His palm pressed firmly against Wilder's crown. With a surge of energy, he shattered Wilder's skull. His lifeless body crumpled to the ground."Dad!" Wyatt howled in anguish, his face contorting with grief.Chase turned slowly to face him.He regarded Wyatt's tear-streaked face with an unfeeling gaze. "Remember, I'm not someone you can afford to provoke. I
However, Chase appeared amused as though he had heard a ridiculous joke. He shook his head and said, "A mere martial arts overlord? You're not worth my effort."He had no interest in bullying ants, especially one who was already wounded.Wilder's eyes filled with malice as he snarled, "Since you won't comply while I'm being nice, don't blame me for what I'll do next!"With a slight sway, Wilder charged forward, appearing before Chase in an instant. He raised his hand and struck out with his palm.The air cracked with a sharp blast as Wilder unleashed his full strength, a cold smile playing on his lips.Chase, however, did not move. Using only the strength of his body, he faced the attack head-on."What's this?" Wilder's grin deepened into a sinister smirk.Chase was not dodging or even assuming a defensive stance. Was he out of his mind?A muffled sound echoed as Chase raised his right hand and grabbed Wilder's wrist, yanking him forward.Caught off guard, Wilder staggered and
Without hesitation, Chase turned and executed a movement technique, retreating with the speed of lightning.A golden streak of light shot through the air and slammed into the spot where Chase had just stood. The ground exploded. Dirt scattered, and fragments of rock flew in all directions.Chase's steps halted for a brief moment. Had he not dodged in time, that strike would have undoubtedly injured him."Who's there?!" Chase narrowed his eyes, a cold glint flashing within them.A chilling scoff echoed. The surrounding space trembled slightly as a towering, imposing figure emerged from the void.This man exuded overwhelming murderous intent, like a demon king descending upon the mortal realm. His cold, piercing gaze locked onto Chase."One of the Brennans of the martial arts domain," Chase muttered as his pupils constricted upon seeing the man.This was Wilder Brennan—a prodigy in the Brennan family. He had mastered the Black Iron Divine Art and was known for defeating opponents
"My god, someone actually dares to provoke the Brennans in this mountain range. Is he insane?""He's doomed!"Nearby disciples passing through exclaimed in disbelief."The Brennans are the foremost of all noble families!""That man may be strong, but compared to the Brennans, the gap is insurmountable!""The Brennans are not alone; behind them stand other powerful families!"Not far away, Chase stood with a cold, indifferent expression.He felt no fear toward the Brennans. Even if the situation had escalated because of him, retreat was not an option. Besides, he never planned to run.From the moment he entered the martial world, he had made his decision. If he caused trouble, he would see it through to the end.He would become the strongest, dominating the world and commanding respect from all."You little bastard, release Mr. Wyatt!"A sinister voice suddenly echoed nearby. Chase looked up to see an elder in ornate, luxurious robes standing before him, his face twisted with
Wyatt growled fiercely, "We're leaving!" He turned sharply, intending to flee."Stop right there," Chase commanded with a cold and piercing voice, making Wyatt's heart tighten in fear.Wyatt hesitated but turned his head back, glaring at Chase. "You dare stop me? Do you have a death wish?"Chase took a slow step forward with a faint smile on his lips. "A mere martial arts saint dares talk big? Weren't you boasting moments ago about killing me? What happened? Lost your nerve?"Before Wyatt could respond, Chase raised his hand and slapped him hard across the face.The sound echoed as Wyatt's cheek turned red and swollen."You bastard!" Wyatt roared in fury, summoning his spiritual energy and unleashing his favored martial technique in a desperate strike toward Chase's head.Nonetheless, Chase remained composed. He casually raised a hand and firmly grabbed Wyatt's shoulder mid-attack.Instantly, Wyatt's face twisted in pain.The sickening sound of bone snapping filled the air.W