Zeke had just taken a sip when he choked awkwardly. He smiled and said, "I can't hide anything from you, Dr. Ballard. Last night, you mentioned that my illness could be cured, right?""Yes." Sebastian nodded.Hurriedly, Zeke asked, "Then, could you please prescribe some medicine for me?"Sebastian smiled as he retrieved a prescription from the drawer, handing it to Zeke. "Follow the instructions and get the medicine from the pharmacy down the block."Surprised, Zeke took the prescription and asked, "Dr. Ballard, did you anticipate that I would come?"Sebastian simply smiled in response.Zeke didn't stay long. After paying the consultation fee, he left promptly.Before leaving, Zeke said, "By the way, Dr. Ballard, I'll let you in on something. Next week, there's the district competition with seven matches. Points will be accumulated based on the ranking in each match, and elimination will take place at the end."Only the top ten with the highest score in total from the seven mat
Haughtily, Mabel sneered and drove away from the place. After Sebastian finished his meal with Tommy, he returned to the shop and happened to see a familiar-looking car leaving."Mabel?"Sebastian was puzzled but didn't care much. Just then, his phone rang. It was Whitney."Ms. Sutton, what's the matter?" Sebastian asked absentmindedly.Whitney's voice was sharp and unquestionable, saying, "Sebastian, meet me at 1:30 pm at Magnolia Café. I want to speak with you."Later, when Sebastian arrived at Magnolia Café, he spotted Whitney sitting by the window. Arms crossed, she exuded a cold and elegant demeanor, truly fitting of a CEO.Approaching Whitney, Sebastian sat down and smilingly asked, "Ms. Sutton, are you so idle to be inviting me for coffee?""Cut the small talk." Whitney glanced at him and then demanded, "What's the deal with Rosé Corporation?"Sebastian replied with a shrug, "What's the issue?"Whitney scoffed and commented, "Naming a company after another woman. Seba
"My company's research and development team has tested the formula hundreds of times. There are no issues! Since you claim there's a problem, tell me exactly where," Whitney stated curtly.Sebastian frowned slightly and answered, "A minority of consumers may experience skin itching and redness.""That's ridiculous!" Whitney laughed mockingly.She continued, "Sebastian, tell me, which facial mask on the market doesn't have side effects for some people? Are you trying to scare me?"Upon hearing this, Sebastian's expression darkened. "I'm not trying to scare you. I'm just giving you a heads-up.""I don't need it! I know better than you whether the product has issues or not! All you need to do is watch as Frostwave Corporation's new launch sweeps the entire market," Whitney argued and then left the café.Sebastian was helpless. After sitting for a while, he also got up and left.When Whitney returned to the company, she immediately called Mabel and asked, "How much longer until the
Soon, Rosalie drove Sebastian to Artifact Street in West Market.The lively and crowded Artifact Street immediately captivated Sebastian. On both sides of the street were antique shops, with people coming in and out to hunt for treasures. Among them were also tourists.Many vendors had spread various antique pieces for sale on tarps on the ground. Rosalie seemed to enjoy the bustling atmosphere. She looked around while explaining, "Dr. Ballard, this place is similar to Vintage Bazaar in Janover, only much smaller."Sebastian nodded, casually scanning the area. He noticed that most of the items sold by the street vendors were counterfeit. They were deceiving visitors from out of town.He had already seen several tourists happily leaving with fake antiques, thinking they had discovered treasures.After a brief stroll, Sebastian began searching for the medicinal furnace he needed. Quickly, he stopped at one of the stalls.When the tan-skinned vendor saw Sebastian, he enthusiastica
Sebastian sneered as he returned the medicinal furnace to the vendor, turning to leave.Frantically, the vendor cried out, "Wait, sir, are you really interested in buying it?"Sebastian waved his hand dismissively while replying, "I just want to buy a medicinal furnace to make medicine at home. 200 grand is too expensive. I'm thinking 10 to 20 grand would be more reasonable."As he spoke, Sebastian intentionally slowed down his pace.The vendor furrowed his brow. After a moment of hesitation, he said, "Fine, 20 grand! I can't go any lower! If you want it, just take it."Sebastian broke into a grin as he turned toward the vendor. "Okay."Rosalie grew anxious and asked, "Dr. Ballard, are you really buying it? This medicinal furnace looks too ordinary and dirty. If you want one, I can arrange for someone to send you a better one later.""Quiet. I have my own plans," Sebastian whispered.Hearing this, Rosalie didn't say another word.Soon, Sebastian paid for the medicinal furnace.
"You!"Leslie's eyes flashed dangerously, and her expression soured.All her life, she had always gotten anything she wanted, and no one had ever dared to go against her like this. Especially not in public!Scumbag!"You're really determined to go against me, right?" Leslie declared lowly as she let out a cold chuckle.She continued, "Do you even know who you're dealing with right now? There's nothing I can't buy in Steinberg, so what makes you think that I can't buy a measly artifact from Artifact Street?"Don't blame me for what I'll do next if you don't give me that medicinal furnace!"What an arrogant, unreasonable, and demanding young woman.Sebastian glanced at Leslie indifferently before he coldly replied, "Is that right? Then, I would love to see what you're going to do next."Leslie was livid, and she screeched, "My grandfather is James Turner!""I've told you, even if your grandfather asked me, my answer wouldn't change," Sebastian replied calmly.Leslie stamped he
As such, with how powerful Butch was, how could he end up coughing blood after one kick from Sebastian?At that moment, Sebastian stalked toward her with the electric baton in hand. Leslie was terrified and cautioned shakily with a pale face, "What… What are you doing! Don't come any closer! Don't you know who I am? I am James Turner's granddaughter, Leslie Turner!""James is truly unfortunate to have a granddaughter like you," Sebastian said coldly.He was just about to teach her a lesson when a black McLaren pulled up on the side of the road.After that, a classy and attractive young woman dressed in a white tracksuit with her hair up in a ponytail got out of the car.Leslie's mood brightened when she saw the young woman, and she waved excitedly as she called, "Lorelai! Here! This bastard is bullying me…"Leslie was clearly the one who had escalated the situation, and yet there she was, shifting the blame onto Sebastian without another thought.Sebastian frowned as he watche
"Shut up! Don't be rude to Dr. Ballard!" James growled as he shot Lorelai a scathing glare.After that, under the curious gazes of everyone present, James slowly made his way to Sebastian and greeted him politely. "Dr. Ballard, I apologize for not raising my granddaughters right and allowing both of them to offend you. I sincerely apologize on behalf of both of them, and I assure you I will discipline both of them when I get home," James said respectfully.Leslie and Lorelai were stunned and wore similar expressions of utter disbelief.James was the patriarch of the Turner family, one of the most powerful families in Steinberg! He was a man with immense power, so why was he being so respectful to this punk?Sebastian chuckled good-naturedly in response, but his glare was sharp as he replied, "Mr. Turner, you're right. You really do need to educate your two granddaughters."James nodded in agreement before he turned to the sisters and spat, "What are you two standing there for? C
Sebastian gave Rupert a pitying look and slowly raised the foot he had pressed against his shoulder. He smiled slightly and said, "You're free to go. The elevator is right over there."Rupert suddenly felt a weight lift from his body. The enormous force that had pressed down on him previously had disappeared in an instant, and a flicker of hope shone in his eyes. Without stopping to thank Sebastian, he scrambled up from the floor and ran in the direction of the elevator. A gust of evil wind suddenly swept over to him. Rupert had just put one leg forward when it was sliced clean off by the evil wind. "My leg! M-Mr. Ballard, please s-save me… I can give you money! I can give you a lot of money! Please help me stop the bleeding! Aargh!"Before he could finish speaking, there was another gust of evil wind that sliced his other leg in two. Soon, Rupert's and Huxley's corpses were cut up into mincemeat along with the others. Crimson blood soaked the entire floor. The restaurant w
A vicious look flashed momentarily in Rupert's eyes, but he pretended to look innocent and said, "Mr. Ballard, M-Mr. Duff was my only ally. Even he couldn't do… What other trick could I have? Mr. Ballard, I truly admire you. I'll never go against you for the rest of my life." Rupert groveled as he spoke.Sebastian looked down at Rupert, who looked meek and obedient. He sneered and said, "If I'm not mistaken, this entire building is the center of a formation, isn't it? The person who set this formation up is on the peak of the mountain opposite us, yes?"Rupert's heart sank. Had Sebastian noticed Jarvis? "Mr. Ballard, I—" "This was a good trap. But didn't he tell you that once a Spiritkiller formation is activated, every living spirit in it will be slaughtered?" Sebastian asked icily before Rupert could speak.Rupert looked up at Sebastian in disbelief. "Mr. Ballard, what do you mean? I… Why don't I understand?" Despite what he said, the panic on his face was evident.As soon as S
The most horrifying thing was that every single needle was coated with a deadly poison.Even if it so much as grazed the skin, it could kill at once. One could imagine how serious it would be to be pricked by such a needle.This was Huxley's real signature move. Even an expert at the fifth level of the Celestial realm would not be able to dodge the attack of the fine needles when they were packed so closely together.Blake could not help being shocked. He tried to help, but it was too late.They were much too close, and the needles were traveling very swiftly. Even if Belinda had been there, she could have done nothing except watch as Sebastian was pierced by the poisonous needles.Rosalie had gone pale with fright at the scene playing out before her. She covered her eyes instinctively with her hands, unable to watch. When Rosalie thought of how Sebastian was severely injured while trying to save her, tears spilled out of her eyes at once. If she could turn back time, she would
Blake shook his head and smiled wryly as he said, "Rosalie, it's all my fault. I couldn't stop Huxley in time and gave both you and Mr. Ballard a fright."Rosalie glanced at Huxley, who was fighting for his life. She exhaled and said, "It's alright as long as everyone is safe. No matter what, I'm deeply grateful for your help, Mr. Lucox."Although Rosalie was a powerful businesswoman, she did not have much experience with violence.Since it involved the Martial Arts Association, Rosalie was grateful that Blake had arrived in the nick of time.She had seen how powerful Sebastian was with her own eyes, but one's abilities were limited. He could not have opposed the entire association on his own.If Blake hadn't been there, Sebastian might have escaped unscathed, but he would have found himself in a desperate situation, forced to face the entirety of the Martial Arts Association."You're too kind, Rosalie. This is just part of my duty." As Blake finished speaking, he heard a few tra
"Effective right now, Huxley is no longer a member of the Sartvale Martial Arts Association, let alone the vice chairman. The Martial Arts Association will not intervene in the private grudge between him and Mr. Ballard."Huxley felt his scalp prickle. He could hardly believe his ears!Blake was young, but Huxley knew the kind of background and supporters he had. Why was he being so respectful to Sebastian? This didn't make any sense!As for the Warriors whom Huxley had brought, they were even more fearful than he was. Huxley was being removed from his position because he'd offended Sebastian. There was even less of a chance of survival for them, who followed his orders.One of them tossed his weapon to the side and fell to his knees in front of Blake. He said, "Mr. Lucox, I…. I was forced to do this!""It was Mr. Duff who forced us to come. He even said that if we kill the guy, he'll count it as a huge merit. That was why we came despite our conscience.""That's right, Mr. Luc
"How dare you!" A middle-aged man from the Martial Arts Association strode forward and pointed at Sebastian as he shouted, "You should die for being rude to our vice chairman!"As he spoke, the energy of a Supreme Grandmaster began seeping out from him. He raised his palm and aimed for the back of Sebastian's head with a Shatter Punch.The Shatter Punch was a move that would allow him to crush a stone plaque that was half a foot thick. How could Sebastian's head possibly withstand it?If he hit Sebastian, the latter would be sure to die."Sebastian, be careful!" Rosalie cried out in fear. She hadn't expected the man to attack Sebastian so suddenly.Sebastian turned calmly to look at the middle-aged man. A three-inch glow of light began to shine in his hand. There was a murderous look in his eyes as he scoffed and swung his fist.There was a bang, and the middle-aged man's body flew backward like a cannonball. There was a loud blast as he crashed against the cement wall, leaving
As Rupert spoke, his expression suddenly changed drastically. The 20 or so black-clad men on either side of him all pulled out their guns and pointed them at Sebastian and the others.When Rupert saw that Rosalie and Whitney had turned pale with fear, he looked triumphantly at Sebastian and grinned. "I know that you have a background in martial arts. However, I advise you not to be impulsive."Rupert clapped three times.Before long, over ten men in martial arts training clothes walked out from a partition beside them. The one in the lead wore a snow-white martial arts robe. He was wielding two steel balls in one hand while holding a paper fan in the other hand. There was a vicious smile on his face as he strode to the center of the hall. Rupert looked as if he was confident in winning. He pointed at Huxley and got up slowly. "Let's make the introductions. This is Huxley, the vice chairman of the Sartvale Martial Arts Association." He said to Rosalie and Whitney, who were both
The elevator eventually stopped at the 18th floor.When the doors opened, Sebastian, Rosalie, and Whitney stepped out first. Nina and Lyanna followed the two women closely.When the five of them walked out, the elevator doors suddenly shut tightly, leaving Damian behind steel doors. Lyanna pressed the elevator button instinctively, only to find that it had been locked. An evil smile appeared on her pretty face.Nina's eyes gleamed as she licked her blood-red lips, looking very excited.To them, a huge feast had just been delivered!The flesh and blood essence of ordinary people were useless to them, but the flesh and blood essence of Warriors was a different story altogether. Not only did it have a very strong nourishing effect, but it could also help them both break through to another level and become a king of spirits or a demon king. Rupert's little tricks hadn't fooled Sebastian at all. Besides, Blake had told Sebastian the truth earlier."Let's go. Let's see what Rup
The Fate Sect was a martial arts sect, but they had withdrawn from society for many years. They rarely had any dealings with the outside world. Jarvis had only gone to see Rupert because he did not want Sebastian's death to cause trouble for the Fate Sect."Don't worry, Mr. Wendham. It's just a life. Leave it to me."After they finished their discussion, Rupert made a trip to the headquarters of the Martial Arts Association and presented them with a lavish gift.When Huxley saw the centurion roots in the gift boxes, he smiled smugly. "Mr. Lannister, you're much too generous. I can't accept such lavish gifts!"Despite what he said, he had already put the gift boxes away unabashedly.Rupert smiled coldly and said, "Mr. Duff, if we can kill Sebastian and take those two bitches alive, I'll have more rewards for you!"Huxley was startled to hear this. He asked curiously, "Mr. Lannister, I didn't think you were interested in drinking and women. Why are you suddenly so interested in wom