At that moment, Rudeus should be standing in front of everyone and congratulating Nash, yet he was not able to say anything like that. He was not willing to let Nash stand head and shoulders above him. It made him feel a little helpless, even.Regardless of how irked he was, his eyes were keen as ever to have noticed Nash's peculiar expression. In his conflict, he felt helpless as if he had a lot he wanted to say but did not know how to.Rudeus frowned as he started to walk quickly toward Nash. He pushed away the people trying to butter up Nash and said, "You're not happy?"Nash frowned as he looked up at Rudeus. At that moment, Nash looked like he had just swallowed a load of crap and could not spit it out. He looked like he was suffering immensely.When Rudeus asked that question, Nash's expression soured even more as he said, "I… The person you should be congratulating… isn't me!"In truth, Nash wanted to tell them that they were congratulating the wrong person, that it was not
Nash's expression soured even more. Before that, Rudeus might have ordered him around, but Rudeus had never used such nasty words. Nash's skills might not be as good as Rudeus', but he was not someone Rudeus could just humiliate and insult as he pleased.Nash frowned as he loudly refuted, "How could I be spouting nonsense? If you don't believe me, ask the other alchemists behind me that took part in the seventh round. Ask them if I'm lying!"At that moment, everyone's gazes fell on the other alchemists from the seventh group. Everyone had strange expressions on their faces, but they knew very well that there was no way to avoid this. Even if they chose to remain silent, the truth would not change.When everyone looked toward them, they gave their most earnest nod, albeit a little forced.A gray-robed man said helplessly, "Fane was the one who got first place. He managed to beat Ethan from White Marsh Continent and Emilio from Chaos Continent, getting first place. He got the golden
"He couldn't have cheated," said Nash. "This guy is that strong, there's no doubt about that. If he hadn't been there, I would've been able to get third place."Yet, I was pushed out of it because he was there, which means the results are right. This is reality, and you have to accept it even if you don't want to!"With how Rudeus was at that moment, even if Rudeus accepted that Fane managed to get first place, Rudeus would not accept that Fane was powerful. He would even say that the leaders from the other two continents were just too weak.Nash's words halted Rudeus' thoughts. Rudeus might not know how strong the rest of them were, but he knew very well how skilled Nash was, yet Nash only got fourth place!There was a big gap between Nash and the other three. In truth, Rudeus was just a hair stronger than Nash. With that comparison, Rudeus could more or less tell.When the others heard what was said, they slowly began to accept that Fane was just that skilled. Rudeus' whole body
Rudy continued excitedly, "They took five days, but you only used three. They can't compete with you no matter how you look at it!"Rudy was over the moon as if he had been the one who had gotten the golden treasure. In truth, Rudy had already come to terms with a lot of things. After all, he was worse than Fane in many ways possible, so he was a burden for Fane.Still, Fane never thought of giving up on him, causing Rudy to treat Fane as his brother.Fane took a deep breath, frowning as he said, "If it wasn't for the fact that we can't distribute the resources at that moment, I'd leave right now. There's no meaning to being here. The remaining groups are all a complete waste of time."Rudy raised an eyebrow. After being with Fane for so long, he knew Fane's temperament in not wanting to waste time.After thinking about it, he frowned and said, "How many more days do we need to stay here? I remember that there are a total of eleven groups. There are still so many groups left. Can'
After all, they had been in Phoenix Valley for a long time. As long as their enemies decided to look into it carefully, it would be very easy to find out that they were from Phoenix Valley. Everything else would come spilling out soon afterward.The fact that he was from Golden Pills would no longer be a secret. It seemed like there really was no way for Rudy to go back.Thinking about that, Rudy felt somewhat hopeless.He had thought that he would be able to return to Golden Pills after two years, living the life he used to have—conflict-free and without dangers. He would be able to live his life peacefully if he kept to himself.Alas, everything seemed to have gone up in smoke, and he could never go back. If he did, he might be captured immediately and might even bring Golden Pills trouble.Fane raised an eyebrow as he patted Rudy on the shoulder. "Don't worry. Once we go out, I'll make arrangements for you. It'll be fine, even if you can't go back to Golden Pills. Just go somew
They would lose out on the chance to pick something good for themselves if they left with Fane. Taking that chance, Fane easily brought Rudy away from Prosper City.The moment they left Prosper City's gates, a green light suddenly condensed a token in the air, falling into Fane's hands. The token's instructions directed him to Hundred Beast City.After spending three days on foot, Fane and Rudy arrived at the plaza in front of Hundred Beast City. At that moment, the plaza was empty.Looking at the empty plaza, Fane suddenly felt a little odd. After all, the few city plazas before had been full of people. They had to even take a test before they entered, but Hundred Beast City's plaza was vacant.Rudy raised an eyebrow. "No one's here? Do you not need to take a test before you enter?"Fane nodded. "It looks to be the case. Whatever, there's no need to think about it. We should just enter the place and see what the situation is."Rudy nodded, following behind Fane as they headed to
After doing all of that, the two caretakers stepped back, reverting to their earlier motionless state. If it was not for everything that happened earlier, Fane would have thought that the two caretakers were just statues. At that moment, Rudy had recovered from his fear and felt like he had embarrassed himself with his overreaction. He had just been like a scared rabbit, only knowing how to hide behind Fane. He was not masculine at all.Fane looked at the city entry token in his hand. To be more precise, it was the entry token to the outer city. After that, he looked at Rudy and said, "There's no need to be afraid anymore. Let's just get in."After saying that, the entry token in his hand suddenly glowed in white, and a sea of information entered Fane's mind.There was information on the various rules of the outer city. Fane frowned as a flash of emotion was seen in his eyes. He started to get even more excited for Hundred Beast City.The inside of the city was separated from the
The noise got louder and louder making Fane feel like it was way too annoying. What he hated the most was noise, but there was nothing he could do about it."Why are the odds one to three and a half for the beast, but when it comes to me it's one to six? Even though you're a caretaker, you shouldn't be too excessive. Do you think I'm that weak? I have full confidence in dealing with those beasts. You're just looking down on me!" A burly man with a mustache shouted at a caretaker unhappily.There were countless warriors in the outer city, and countless caretakers as well. The caretakers all looked the same, from what they wore and what masks they had.The caretaker did not have pupils, nor did he react at all to the man shouting at him. "These are the rules. If you don't follow the rules, you'll be dealt with immediately!"The man looked like a frightened mouse and immediately shrank back the moment he said that. As soon as he heard the word ‘rules’, all of his hatred and unhappines
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.