Ethan and Cecilia pushed the door open and walked into the front hall, where four men and a woman were sitting.The young man sitting in the middle was dressed in a black suit. He had a regal demeanor, and there was a sharp look in his eyes. When he looked up and saw Ethan walking toward him, a bright smile flashed across his face, and he stood up to greet him. "It's been a while, Ethan."Ethan spread his arms and hugged the young man.The young man looked meaningfully at Cecilia, who was beside them. A smile played about his lips as he said, "You're as lucky with the ladies as always. Aren't you going to introduce us?"Ethan reached out to take Cecilia's hand. He introduced her to the young man and the others. "This is the daughter of the Warrior League's leader, Ms. Cecilia Lucox."At the mention of the Warrior League, they all looked at Cecilia in surprise. After all, the Warrior League was fighting against Sword Towers for the position of chairman of Sartvale's Martial Arts
Seven years ago, Magnus had joined the Fury Scimitars and had rarely been seen since then.Cecilia had never imagined that he would come personally to Steinberg to support Ethan.Beside Magnus sat a white-haired old man in a linen robe. Although the old man was smiling genially, he resembled an unsheathed sword. Cecilia felt as if a chill would descend over her if she just took a few steps closer!"This old gentleman is from Yutaria. Half of the mystic martial arts community will quake in terror at the mention of his name, Emil Perez! He's known as the Phantom Blade!"There was a gleam in Emil's beady eyes as they swept over Cecilia. He stood up slowly and said, "Hello, Ms. Lucox.""H-Hello." Cecilia felt as if she had been stripped naked in front of him, and the look in his eyes made her very uncomfortable. After that, a tall and burly man behind Emil stood up slowly. He was almost eight feet tall and had a pockmarked face. His fierce-looking expression made him look very aggre
"Everyone, please come to the back garden. I just caught a carp that's about ten pounds, and I'd like to invite you all to partake in it. Let's talk while we eat!" Ethan gestured for them to enter.They all stood up and followed Ethan to the back garden."Mr. Whitehall, it's late. If I don't get back soon, I'll be grounded. I'll get going then," Cecilia said, looking rather awkward as she said goodbye to Ethan.Ethan glanced at his watch. When he saw that it was already 10:00 pm, he told the butler, "Get a car to bring Ms. Lucox home.""Yes, sir," the butler answered. He walked quickly over to Cecilia and said respectfully, "Please come with me, Ms. Lucox."Before long, a black Panamera drove out slowly from the villa and headed straight for Ventus Estate.…Over at Ventus Estate, Belinda looked coldly at a secret report in her hand. Her expression grew more stern. Five notorious mystic martial arts sects had suddenly appeared in a villa in Steinberg's suburbs. That could only
Ethan wouldn't have been able to invite those people based on his own merit."Swordster, as the representative of the Gladius Sect, what you've done doesn't seem to be appropriate," Belinda said accusingly as soon as she sat down. She had gotten straight to the point."Oh? How is it inappropriate? Do enlighten me, Madam Dragon," Trafford said, raising an eyebrow. His expression had turned cold at once."Swordster, this martial arts battle is a personal affair within Dramon's martial arts community. How did Emil get involved? You should know about that better than I do. Don't you think it's inappropriate to allow a Yutarian slave to come and fight against a young talent of Dramon?"Trafford smiled coldly. His eyes narrowed as he eyed Belinda, and he asked, "Then does this mean that you've come to plead on that young fellow Sebastian's behalf, Madam Dragon? If he hadn't been so arrogant last night, I wouldn't have resorted to this."Young people should respect their elders at the ve
At that moment, a figure walked out. Even Belinda would have been surprised by his appearance.An old man stroked his beard and looked distantly at the retreating figures of Belinda and Blake. He murmured to himself, "Madam Dragon, I only did this because I have no choice. The Warrior League cannot stand against the Gladius Sect. "The Warrior League has been established for centuries, and it cannot be destroyed in the hands of a woman like you! I'm just trying to preserve it."There was no sign of guilt on Derek's face. He grinned at Trafford and Raphael and said, "I'm sure that the Warrior League is feeling unprecedented pressure. That's the only reason Madam Dragon was forced to come and plead with you. However, I would like to request that you spare her life once this is all over, Mr. Polene."Trafford stroked his beard and sneered. "Mr. Chesterton, I think that the survival of Madam Dragon and the Warrior League isn't what you're really concerned about, is it?"Derek's face r
As they spoke, a terrifying energy at the seventh level of the Celestial realm rose up abruptly around Frederick and Grant. Belinda, Gary, and the others were startled to feel the formidable pressure coming from them.A few months ago, they had both still been stuck at the fifth level of the Celestial realm, unable to achieve any further breakthroughs. How had they gotten to such a high level of training in just the blink of an eye?Everyone there was immediately filled with doubts, but both Frederick and Grant had been recommended personally by Derek. They probably wouldn't be a threat to the Warrior League. Belinda thought deeply for a moment before she said with a serious expression, "Mr. Chesterton, we asked Mr. Ballard to help us after I had a discussion with a few elders. About this—""Madam Dragon, please consider the reputation of the Warrior League. We object to allowing Sebastian to participate in this martial arts battle in the name of the Warrior League!" Before Be
When Derek and the others had gone, Gary said through gritted teeth, "Madam Dragon, Derek is clearly trying to take over your position! Why didn't you let me finish just now? "Besides, we have an agreement with Mr. Ballard! Now that we've gone back on our word, what will he think of us?"There was a cold gleam in Belinda's eyes, and she said thoughtfully, "I can see that Derek is disloyal. However, now isn't the time to clear our ranks yet."We are on the cusp of a great battle, and the Warrior League won't be able to withstand an internal conflict. Instead of fighting with Derek and the others, we might as well stabilize him temporarily. As for Sebastian, I have a solution for that!"She yawned and added, "I'm tired. Let's get some rest, everyone."Belinda turned and went into the back rooms. Gary and the others exchanged looks. They all sighed in resignation.As Belinda had said, Derek had built up his influence over many years. He had many close contacts in the Warrior League
Oliver's gaze swept over the title deed, and he sighed deeply.Haltona Gate was one of the most valuable areas in Draepolis, where every bit of land was expensive. However, could Sebastian's wrath be assuaged with that title deed?Even Oliver couldn't help shaking his head. Despite this, he took the title deed and said, "Alright, I'll take it on Mr. Ballard's behalf. As for how he will answer, I can't guarantee anything.""Thank you, Mr. Griffin Senior." Despite what Oliver had said, Blake still thanked him. After apologizing profusely to Rosalie once more, he left.As Oliver watched Blake walk off, he sighed and said, "Rosalie, call Sebastian later and explain this to him. If he refuses to forgive the Warrior League, there's nothing we can say. After all, this martial arts battle had nothing to do with him to begin with. The Warrior League really did cross the line here."However, it would be best if Sebastian could agree to Madam Dragon's suggestion. It would be like having dual
Sebastian nodded slightly. Yorrick had probably killed the young man because the latter was proficient in mystic spells and was already on the brink of the threshold. That could be the only reason for Yorrick's senseless deedThere were some people who couldn't bear seeing people who were stronger than them, which was why they made their move before their opponent could grow and develop."Are you really going to concede three moves to me, old man?" Sebastian stepped forward, grinning."Of course!" Yorrick answered, staring arrogantly at him.He still hadn't seen anything out of the ordinary with Sebastian, so he assumed that Sebastian was just an ordinary guy. He had probably only been able to defeat so many experts—including Egbert—because he had used some kind of trick. Egbert had lost because he had fallen into Sebastian's trap, not because of the latter's skills. That was why Egbert ended up suffering from the backlash of the ghost he had nurtured and lost his powers."I'll
"Young man, you're so cruel. Have you ever thought of the consequences of your actions?" Yorrick asked. He put his hands behind his back as he walked slowly toward Sebastian. Sebastian eyed Yorrick, whose training was at least on the same level as Egbert's. Besides, what he had studied was also a kind of spell. He and Sebastian specialized in the same study.The moment Yorrick got angry, Sebastian had sensed the faint power of Dainist principles from him."No blows are kind, and neither are harsh words! Why do you people feel that others should meekly allow you to beat them up? When your people are injured, you immediately think of it as the other party's mistake! That doesn't make any sense!" Sebastian answered coldly."Mr. Irving, kill that asshole!" Kayden said viciously. He was still clutching his crotch with one hand while he pointed at Sebastian with his other hand. Beside them, Jayden said defiantly, "Mr. Irving, you must not let this guy go! He's ruthless and extremely
Huh? Egbert frowned involuntarily. He had never felt that way before. What was going on? There was a loud blast, and the gigantic statue suddenly appeared out of thin air. At the same time, Egbert suddenly felt his blood churning inside him, and he immediately felt a sense of foreboding.He was about to turn and run when a black bolt of light hit him in the back. He immediately spat out a mouthful of blood and flew through the air like a broken kite. "Oh! Are you actually a sadist, old man?" Sebastian asked, smiling.Before Egbert could scramble up again, yet another bolt of dark light flew toward him."Damn it!"Egbert could no longer be conscious of his image and dignity. He swore at once. The dark light was aimed at his energy reserve. If he was hit, his decades of training would be completely ruined. However, he had plenty of life experience and had been through many such situations. When he saw the dark light flying toward him, he rolled across the floor like a bal
The dark shadow stretched out a large hand toward Nina. It appeared to be planning on tearing off her clothes. "Die?" Nina burst into laughter. How dare a ghost who was only around 300 years old talk to her about dying? As the smile stiffened on Nina's face, she bared her teeth, revealing fangs. Her scarlet eyes looked up impassively at the dark shadow above her head. "Aargh!" When the gigantic, dark shadow saw Nina's true form, it turned to try and escape, but it was too close to her that it was impossible for it to do so.It had only taken one step backward before Nina reached out and yanked it back."Have mercy, my lady!" The giant shadow disappeared and became a dark and scrawny-looking ghost that was less than five feet tall. "How dare you disrupt my dreams? You deserve to disintegrate into nothing!"Nina raised her hand and pressed down on top of the dark and scrawny ghost's head. "No!"The dark and scrawny ghost fell to its knees with a thump before Nina and sa
The Sacred Medicine Secret Annals also contained mystic spells from the Demon Sect. However, it was clearly written that those who practiced them would suffer divine punishment if they were to excel in it!Those were very heavy words indeed. How evil did those spells have to be if they would bring down divine punishment on those who excelled in practicing them?"Hmph! Stop trying to act as if you're smart in front of me. Have you ever seen such amazing spells? Believe it or not, I can kill your entire family with a click of my fingers?"There was a sinister tinge to Egbert's smile. With ordinary people, Egbert would only have to send out a thought to kill the entire family of his opponent instantly.However, Sebastian was being very dismissive of him. Evil spells like those required the supernatural spirit behind Egbert to sense the opponent's energy, after which they would use the same energy to find their family members.The process wasn't as mysterious as Egbert made it out
Those deceptive tricks appeared impressive, but those who Egbert healed would only end up in an even worse state, suffering even more."I haven't committed any crimes. How can I accept my punishment?" Sebastian asked disinterestedly.Brayden sneered. "You're not the one who decides whether you've committed a crime or not. Come! Subdue this defiant man!"Subdue Sebastian? Who would dare to do such a thing?The law enforcement hall members exchanged looks.Upon seeing this, Egbert stepped forward and said arrogantly, "Young man, you've seen what I can do. Compared to me, you martial arts practitioners aren't worthy of mention at all. I'll be lenient on you because you're young and ignorant. Just give up and come quietly!"Egbert was different from ordinary deacons in the Martial Arts Court. He had been hired specially as a mystic spells expert.When compared with mystic spells or cultivation, so-called martial arts weren't worthy of mention at all.That was because all mystic spe
Brayden sneered. "Kill you and cover this up? You overestimate yourselves. This is an act of protecting officials!" The bare fact of the matter was that they were going to kill everyone who knew about the Berkeleys' depraved acts. Once they had done so, the Berkeleys' perfect image would be restored. "Do you think that it's reasonable and lawful for Kayden to act the way he does?" Sebastian asked in a cold, accusing voice. "There's no helping it. Those in power must have some privileges. That's an accepted fact in the world. It's your fault for not being part of this class of people. If you're going to blame anyone, blame yourselves for being born in the wrong family!" Brayden said smugly as he shot Egbert Galen a glance. Egbert strode over to Kayden and crouched down to inspect his injuries. He tapped him with a finger. "Aargh!" The pain made huge beads of sweat drip down Kayden's face."Alright. You can stand up and take a few steps, Mr. Kayden!" Egbert said, putting his
"Oh?" Brayden glanced twice at Sebastian before asking, "What crime has Mr. Kayden committed? Tell me!" Sebastian couldn't be bothered to argue with him and just played the phone recording. The two old men frowned involuntarily when they finished listening to it."You're Inspector Jefferson, aren't you? I'd like to ask you how anyone could want to sleep with a bride at a wedding banquet in front of thousands of guests. Is he an animal? Don't the Berkeleys do this sort of thing in private?"Does this mean that when someone in the Berkeley family gets married, any of the guests or even a mere passerby can have their way with the bride in front of all their friends and family?"Javier turned red, then pale as he listened. He pointed at Sebastian and cursed him loudly. "You bastard! Stop talking nonsense!""Inspector Jefferson, since you admire Mr. Kayden's genes so much, why don't you let him improve your family's gene pool as well? You should especially let Mr. Kayden help out wi
Two black-clad men came up to the car door and opened it for Brayden, who then got out of the car. As he alighted, two elderly men also got out of the black car behind him. They came up beside Brayden and said, "Inspector Jefferson!" Brayden clasped his hands behind his back and nodded as he said, "Mr. Galen, Mr. Irving. Come and get rid of this nuisance with me today. Remember, we must not show any mercy!" The two old men nodded slightly and said, "We'll do as you say, Inspector Jefferson!"Brayden nodded slightly and said to Jayden, "Lead the way!" Jayden hastily gestured for them to go ahead. He led them happily into the Aequor.He had fled the hotel just a while ago, but in the blink of an eye, he seemed to have transformed into a different person. He walked into the hotel with his chest puffed up, and his entire demeanor had changed. The attendants on the first floor looked at him in surprise. "Did that handsome young guy go and get himself an invigorating shot of so