Fane quietly listened to the crowd’s discussion. At that moment, Morton was ready to give out the punch but then he went and did something stupid. He turned around and looked at Gerald with eyes full of provocation which caused Gerald to roll his eyes at him. Then, in a cold tone, he said, “Feast your eyes on my supreme power!” Upon saying that, he then slammed his fist covered in golden scales violently against the obsidian. The force was so strong that everyone could hear the rattling sounds coming from his bones. The obsidian pinged and the light immediately lit up. The strength of Morton’s attack was similar to Gerald with his being more fanciful. Everyone was staring at the lights with eyes wide open. They had been witness to their constant bickering and could not wait to see Morton’s result. If Morton was really more powerful than Gerald, then Gerald might have to eat his own words. Morton was in no rush to see his result. However, the crowd could clearly see only four li
Morton’s face turned beet red and he was breathing heavily. He pointed toward Gerald and said, “Even though I didn’t light up the fifth light, I’m still stronger than you. My fourth light stayed one second longer than yours!”Gerald did not take what he said to heart. “A mere second longer. Don’t make it sound like you can take me out in one punch. Even if you’re a little stronger than me, you’re still no match when it comes to a real battle. You will not last if we really go head to head.” Gerald had the utmost confidence in his battle experience. Since young, he had followed his elders for training and had sparred with many others. He had won some and he had lost some. All these experiences had made him who he was today. Morton’s childhood was completely different from Gerald’s. Although he had some sparring experience, it paled in comparison to Gerald’s. He knew that fact himself. “Don’t try to twist the fact that I’m still stronger than you. I’ve earned the right to stomp you
Fane’s calmness made Zeph change his perspective on him for the better. Nonetheless, he had already accepted the money on the promise of taking Fane out. Therefore, there was no way in hell he would let Fane participate in the test nor let him leave this place alive. Zeph laughed coldly and turned to face the crowd. “Of course not! The reason I’m not allowing you to participate in the test is that you’re a spy sent by the Muddled Origin Clan.” A collective gasp escaped from the crowd’s lips as they turned to look at Fane with suspicions in their eyes. The fact that the accuser was Zeph made the accusation extremely believable. After all, why would someone of his status in the Dual Sovereign Pavilion lie about such a thing? What benefit could he possibly gain from doing so?Ambrose had no idea whether what Zeph said was true but he had always been the kind to play devil’s advocate to whatever position he held. He sneaked a glance at Fane and was similarly impressed by his calmness.
After all, they had a great number of informal disciples to act as cannons in the war between Clan associations. Something flashed in Zeph’s eyes as he raised an eyebrow. He did not expect Fane to come up with a plausible explanation so quickly. However, no matter how quick-witted he was, he would still not be able to stop Zeph. He chuckled softly and turned to face the crowd.“I’ve received a report from one of my runner disciples. He saw you having a meal with a disciple from the Muddled Origin Clan. Besides that, Warren can also testify that he had seen you in the Muddled Origin Clan before. Your argument is useless when there are testimonies from two witness.” Zeph’s words sounded logical and those who did not know better began to believe him. The crowd looked at Fane with derision in their eyes. “You despicable spy! Two-faced people are the worst! The secret place filled with resources was discovered by Dual Sovereign Pavilion and stolen by the Muddled Origin Clan! You should b
Ambrose raised his eyebrow, he felt pity for Fane for what Zeph said was true. With or without Fane, the Dual Sovereign Pavilion would still go on as ever. There was also the matter of Zeph having most of the decision making power in the Dual Sovereign Pavilion.Fane was only a candidate for the assessment and he did not have the power to veto Zeph’s decisions. Ambrose wanted to put in a few good words for Fane but he did not want to take the risk as what Zeph said about Fane being a spy could turn out to be true after all and he would be branded as a traitor for helping Fane. Thus, he kept quiet and quietly observe the unfolding of the events. Fane’s expression became chillier by the moment. It had finally dawned on him that this matter would not be easily solved. Zeph walked toward him with an eyebrow raised and whispered into Fane’s ear, “Give it up, you little brat. As a Dual Sovereign Pavilion officer, if I say you can’t take the test then you can’t take the test. This is what
“What a joke. Who do you think you are? You're a measly fighter at the initial stage of the innate level. Do you really think you can surpass the two geniuses before you and light up the obsidian’s fifth light?”Ambrose and Elder Lee exchanged glances with each other. They were thinking the same thing—that things were about to get even more unpredictable. Beneath the stage, the crowds had picked up their discussion again. The majority of them had the sentiment that Fane was missing some brain cells. How dare he so cockily declare that he was going to win first place?“You must be delusional to think you can light up five lights and get the sengen pill. Do you really think you’re a genius? If you are, how come I’ve never heard of you before?”“Yeah! You should come up with something a little more believable than this! You don’t strike me as someone who can light up five lights. You should count yourself lucky if you can even light up the third light for five seconds.”“I know it doe
However, Fane was altogether of a different pedigree. He did not come from a prestigious family nor possess a high level of cultivation so of course he was ripped for their insults. Zeph clenched his fists tightly. He would have shut Fane up with a punch on the face if it was not for the last shred of reasons controlling him. He had become a laughing stock and he would do anything to stop Fane from creating more malicious gossip. “Do you think you can turn things around by slandering me? Where’s your proof?”Fane smiled lightly and straightened himself up. “Ditto. Where’s your proof? You say you received the reports of me being a spy from your disciples. Then summon them here for an interrogation! I would like to know just where I met up with the people of the Muddled Origin Clan too.”Zeph took a deep breath and there seemed to be electricity flashing in his eyes. He had a lightbulb moment—the malicious gossip was just a means to the end. He was impressed by Fane’s quick-witted th
Morton had remained standing next to Zeph all this while. At Fane's words, the corners of his lips began to creep up into a mocking smile. “I can’t believe this guy is trying to save himself by digging his own grave. He must not be right in the head if he really believes he can light up five lights and get the sengen pill. What a joke!”“Yeah, he must have knocked his head when he was a baby. Couldn’t he use a more normal way to prove his innocence? Does he think he can be the first-place winner? Ptooey! What an idiot!” echoed the crowds. Even till now, Fane ignored their remarks and remained calm as both Ambrose and Elder Lee stared at him with an odd expression on their faces. Although Elder Lee held the highest position, he was also the one who spoke the least. He chose to quietly observe all that was happening as if he was an outsider in this matter. Fane found his behavior odd but he had more important matters in his hand than to figure out what was going through Elder Lee’s mi
There was a heavy rumbling as the door slowly opened. A boundless sense of energy seemed to come from it.A few of them looked inside. Other than the green light, they could see nothing. The light completely obscured their sight. If they wanted to look inside, they would have to step in themselves.On the way there, Fane had already talked to Lourain about it. Lourain wanted to see what the legendary Valley of Enlightenment was like. That was why Fane asked for two spots.The three of them exchanged looks with each other, and they did not hesitate to step forward together, entering the door.The power of distorting space suddenly pulled the three of them in. The space around them started to spin rapidly. They did not know how much time passed, but it felt like a whole century before the space slowed down in front of them. Then, the sense of weightlessness disappeared as their feet landed on solid ground.The three of them had not been sent to different locations and arrived at the
Zayne scoffed, "Alright then, how do you want to work together?"He wanted to see what Fane was trying to do.Fane did not waste any time, "Both of us have all three keys, and we can open the door. Ten people can enter the door anyway. I just need two of those spots.Zayne looked at Fane meaningfully, "You sure know quite a bit."Fane even knew that only ten people would be allowed through. He seemed to have done his homework.Zayne took out his purple key from his storage ring. At that moment, all three keys were there. As long as all the keys were placed together, the gateway to the Valley of Enlightenment would open."If you only need two spots, then I don't mind working with you," Zayne looked at Fane meaningfully, but he quickly added, "However, make sure you don't cause any trouble during the important moments."Fane smiled before he said, "I've always been someone who keeps to my word. I'm more worried that you'll cause me trouble instead. There are many geniuses in the V
The two of them knew what that meant. Their eyes met, and worry was evident in their eyes."Is it Fane again?" Zayne said with a frown. At that moment, the first name that popped up in his head was Fane.Only Fane would truly be a big problem for them. Seymour's expression turned sour. He suddenly felt like Fane seemed to be his Achilles heel. Fane could pop out at any time and put him in a difficult spot."That's right! It's me!" At that moment, a voice was heard from afar. The two of them looked in the direction of the voice and saw five figures appearing in the air.This time, Fane did not have a disguise on. He was facing everyone with his real face."It really is you!" Zayne's face completely soured at that moment. Even if they were meeting for the first time, he was already incredibly sensitive to Fane's name.Nothing good ever happened when Fane was mentioned and Fane had actually appeared in front of him."How dare you!" Seymour shouted angrily!He walked forward to sta
When Shin and the others saw that, they were speechless. That person who had looked down on them was completely bound and on the ground at that moment. He looked pathetic.Fane quickly walked toward Warren, reaching out to pull off the mask to reveal his face.Fane controlled his energy, reducing the destructive power in Warren's soul. After the pain diminished, Warren slowly woke up.He looked up and saw the one person he never wanted to see in his life. He lost his voice as he said, "Fane?! It's you!" He almost bit his tongue as he spoke.Fane smiled and nodded slightly, "Yes. It’s me.""No wonder, so it's you! Where's Presti then?" Warren looked up and said.Fane raised an eyebrow and shot an incredulous look at Warren. Warren immediately understood what happened, and his whole face turned pale, "He's dead!"Fane nodded. There was nothing much to hide. Warren gulped, suddenly feeling like his thoughts from earlier were an absolute joke at that moment. He had even been think
After seeing that, there was a surprised look on Warren's face. However, he quickly pushed back that surprise. Even if that man was skilled, he would just be an above-average warrior. Above-average warriors were like paper to him!"Brat, it looks like you have some skill. However, that means nothing in front of me. I'll show you right now what a warrior at the peak is!"Right after he said that, he circulated his true energy around his feet. Red energy started to frantically blow away the dust on the ground. He lunged into the air incredibly fast.Fane raised an eyebrow before he started to form seals with his hands. Countless seals danced around in the air, and a chain appeared.That chain looked like a black dragon as it danced in the air.Warren scoffed in disdain. It was just a petty trick from an above-average warrior in his eyes. That chain would shatter in just one blow.He did not even bother thinking about it as he raised the sword in his hand. A silver ray of light quic
He leaped forward and landed in front of those four. Fane had already noticed Warren a while ago, but Fane relaxed when he saw Warren was alone. If it was just one person, then there was nothing to worry about!"Presti really is a piece of trash. He couldn't even get you!" Warren said with a sneer.Shin clutched his chest and turned to look at Cavill next to him. Cavill nodded slightly and did not say anything. The two of them shut their mouths at the same time as they looked in Fane's direction.Warren immediately felt something was wrong. He turned to look at Fane and saw that Fane was still completely calm as if nothing had happened."Brat, it looks like you're no ordinary person!" Warren said with a sneer.Fane turned to look at him before saying calmly, "Are you here to kill us?"Warren laughed out loud, and his eyes were full of mockery, "What do you think I'm doing here? Do I look like I'm here to chat?"Fane laughed. He could not believe another one turned up so soon aft
When Warren heard that, he felt incredibly exasperated. He mumbled, "It's just Shin, how could there be any trouble? Even if he has some fellow disciples with him, Presti is more than enough. They're all trash anyway."Zayne frowned, and he unleashed an incredibly strong aura that forced Warren to take a step back, "Shut up! Do you think we can afford to be careless right now? We're at the cusp of accomplishing everything right now. We have to be extremely careful. What kind of attitude is this?"Warren immediately shut up and did not dare to say anything. Zayne coldly looked at Warren, and deeply felt like Warren was not someone who could accomplish much. If it was not for the fact that he was useful, Zayne would not even bother bringing Warren through the door with him.Seymour turned to look into the distance. Gray mist filled up the skies, and no one could see the end of the horizon.There was nothing in the skies, and Seymour suddenly started to feel some worry. He was not clo
In front of an ancient stone door, two men were standing there, while another was sitting down and resting.The men who were standing had very stiff expressions on their faces. The two of them looked at each other with animosity in their eyes. It was obvious they were not friendly with each other. The man who was sitting down had his eyes shut and completely ignored the other two."Seymour! You're just the same as Desmond. You can't even get something so simple done. Desmond lost his life. I think you're about to follow suit!" Warren sneered as he mocked.Seymour's expression was dark, and he shot right back, "Warren, stop with those disgusting words of yours! Don't think I don't know what you're trying to do. You're just trying to push me down and take all the credit for yourself!"Stop joking around! You aren't smart enough to steal my credit! Even though Desmond is already dead, he still did the best he could. He was just tricked by Fane. If it was you, you wouldn't even have
Fane frowned. After he reached out to grab Presti's neck, Presti's life ended with a crack.Shin's eyes widened as he looked at Fane with fear. His savior could very well kill him!Cavill started to panic as well. He looked at Fane with alarm. Even though he was thankful that Fane saved the two of them just now, he had no way to tell what Fane would do after this. Fane slowly walked in front of them, and he did not show much emotion on his face.Cavill said in a dry voice, "Fane, you…?"Fane shook his head, "Don't panic. I won't kill you. Let's work together. It's not like only one person will be able to enter after the door opens."Shin looked at Fane with an incredibly inquisitive look. He thought about it before he said, "I… I don't want to work together. I'll give you the key as thanks for saving me. That Valley of Enlightenment doesn't sound like a good place at all. If I enter, I don't even know if I'll be able to survive."As he spoke, Shin had a bitter look on his face.