"Your exaggeration this time is too much, kid. I admit that it's impressive you've reached such a level at your age, but you're nothing compared to Trevor. How could the patriarch of the most powerful family in East Capital submit to anyone? If it were to happen, only one person would be worthy of that—His Majesty!""Exactly! You're just making things up. Do you have a death wish? Insulting Trevor like this will make it almost impossible for him not to take action against you.""That's right, that's right," others chimed in. At the same time, Saccone took this moment to directly address Trevor."Hamish, this brat is insulting you so blatantly. Are you really going to stand for it? If it were me, I wouldn't."Hamish looked at the crowd before him. For a fleeting moment, he considered whether they might actually have a chance to take down Chase together. However, as soon as that thought appeared, he dismissed it.Even the emperor could not handle Chase, and the deity he worshiped ha
As Chase was about to leave the palace, he seemed to remember something and turned back, speaking casually.It was just one sentence, but it plunged Eastern Ocean into years of chaos."Oh, by the way, I killed your so-called emperor. The one in front of you now is just a puppet."...In a certain void, Hamish shed his usual reserved demeanor and directly blocked Chase's path. Upon learning that Chase intended to fly straight back, Hamish decided to make his stance clear and stood in his way."Basalt's Collins, you're just going to head back to Bactria like this? Have you forgotten something?""Forgotten something? I haven't forgotten anything. Unless you're saying you don't want to go back to Bactria with me? That's fine. If you don't want to come, you can stay here," Chase responded, pretending not to understand Hmaish's intentions.Chase knew well that Hamish's actions were a reminder about the beast he truly served, Shale. It was obvious that Shale had given Hamish orders t
"Kid, my strength might not match that of the Four Great Divine Beasts. But when it comes to this matter, even the combined might of all four doesn't surpass me."Since the day I was forced to leave Bactria, I've been waiting for this moment, and this outcome is absolutely certain. As for how I know this, it's tied to my innate divine ability, which I will only reveal if you agree to my terms. Otherwise, I won't say a word."And don't try to deceive me. From the first moment I saw you, I sensed the aura of the True Dragon on you. The Black Turtle assumes I approached you because of him, but little does he know, I was here for you from the start."At this point, Shale had already taken a straightforward approach. Meanwhile, within the Dragon Vein Secret Realm, the divine Black Turtle also began to pay attention to their conversation. Hearing Shale's words, the Black Turtle spoke in Chase's mind."Kid, the aura of my elder brother is indeed prominent on you. I sensed it the first t
Just as Chase was still confused about what Shale meant, he suddenly felt a massive black eye appear behind him.In front of the eye, Chase's body seemed tiny and insignificant. Before he could react, an irresistible force pulled him in.…It was late autumn, and by the side of a street in an ancient city, two old trees remained lush and green.The night wind blew through the leaves, carrying faint sounds like sobbing. Below the trees stood a century-old handicraft shop, run by a grandfather and his grandson. They were well-known in the area.At that moment, across from the shop and on top of a skyscraper stood several figures. They seemed to be led by an elderly priest. He had an ethereal appearance but a cold and fierce gaze."Master, is it true that the revival of spiritual energy is stirring up demonic spirits?" asked a middle-aged man with graying hair and an expensive suit standing behind the priest.He was the chairman of a renowned real estate group in Capital City, acco
It was quite an attention-grabbing sight. A box of money filled with hundred-dollar bills appeared. The wads of cash came up to about a few million.The people standing behind the box were all extraordinary figures.This money was nothing to Chase, but to Flynn, it was a huge amount of money.He could not understand why he was given the money and asked about it in bewilderment."What do you want?""We want your shop! Move out from here today!" A man who looked like a manager stepped forward and said authoritatively."What? I didn't say I was selling!" Flynn was puzzled."We're the most famous real estate group in Capital City, and we want your shop. Take the money and leave if you know what's good for you!""Oh!" Flynn finally understood what was going on. He thought about it and replied, "It's the first time I've heard of this, but this shop has been handed down to me by my ancestors. I'm not selling it!"This shop had been in the family for generations, and his grandfather w
The rich and powerful real estate group did not seem to fear this. They were used to being a tyrannical presence there."What's going on with Flynn? Stop fighting!"Not long later, a woman called Celeste Koch from a neighboring shop came running out. She yelled out anxiously to Flynn."I'm fine, wifey! These people are asking for a beating, and I'm just taking the opportunity to practice!" Flynn looked back and answered with a smile while fighting. The fight did not seem to be affecting him."Do you have any idea what's happening right now? Stop yelling cheeky answers back at me. They might end up breaking your limbs!"Celeste immediately berated him. She knew that Flynn may be acting cheekily on the surface, but he knew what he was doing."I'll be fine! They're just a bunch of good-for-nothing bullies!"Flynn was still replying with a smile while fighting. He punched and kicked with everything he had.However, he had only just replied when a sleazy man raised a bat at Flynn. F
Flynn waited a while before his grandfather woke up. He got straight to the point and asked, "Grandpa, have you heard about Monster Spirits Roam?""What?" Stuart Cooper, who was in bed, began coughing as he sat up from the bed in fright.Chase was astonished to see this. This was an ordinary old man who was in bed because he was sickly. Even he was pumped with energy the moment he heard those words."Where did you hear that from?" Stuart looked nervous and sat up immediately. This was important news to him."A real estate group was here today to buy over our shop. An old priest among them mentioned it.""Oh? Judging by the dirt on you, you must have fought with them."Stuart got out of bed and sat on the chair before continue talking to Flynn seriously."I have. An old priest among them mentioned Monster Spirits Roam. He even said we won't get through tonight."Flynn knew this had to be serious when he saw the look on Stuart's face. He quickly told Stuart everything that happen
"The spiritual energy revivement this time is leaking from the burial grounds of Constantine the Great. Our family is related closely to him. We can't allow any outsiders to create trouble."Stuart began setting things up while explaining to Flynn.Flynn nodded seriously as he listened. It had been a long time since Stuart had spoken so much. Flynn had to make sure he remembered everything.It was only now that Flynn realized that the room had a lot of booby traps."Flynn, you don't know this, but the Coopers from ancient times were gravekeepers of Constantine the Great! They were dutiful and loyal, and what we're about to do today is part of that duty!"For some reason, Stuart seemed to have changed into a completely different person since finding out about Monster Spirits Roam. He was excited and spoke more than usual.Flynn had never heard him say all these things before.Chase was the only one who felt his emotions go on a rollercoaster ride after listening to the old man's
"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