The police officers frowned and looked around. They immediately pulled out handcuffs and cuffed Sebastian, saying coldly, "Come with us.""Are you just going to believe whatever they say?" Sebastian frowned.One of the police officers looked annoyed and said coldly, "Whatever the situation is, come back with us so that we can investigate."They immediately pushed Sebastian into the car.Fergus laughed sinisterly as he watched the patrol car drive off. He pulled out his phone and made another call. He said icily, "Carl, do me a favor.""What is it, Mr. Cobb?" Carl Lopez was sitting in the captain's office at a police station in Steinberg. He had his legs crossed as he sat in his chair, smoking."There's a reckless fellow who keeps challenging me. He even drugged my fiancée tonight! Teach him a lesson for me! It would be best if he gets locked up for life!" Fergus said coldly, his voice filled with rage."Alright, no problem. It's just that there are some things that need to be
Sebastian had been taken into the interrogation room at the police station and cuffed to a chair.Two men walked in. They locked the door and sat on the opposite side, looking perfectly relaxed. They were smoking, and they took out a confession document and tossed it at Sebastian. "Sign it," they said coldly. Sebastian frowned as he looked through the document. Rape?His expression changed, and he said in annoyance, "I'm not going to sign this.""You're not?"One of the men scoffed. He got up, still smoking, and walked over to Sebastian. He said coldly, "Don't you know where you are, punk? If you don't want to suffer, then sign it!""Are you going to torture me until I give in?" Sebastian asked, smiling calmly. The man's expression darkened, and he laughed coldly. "Do you know who I am, punk?"Sebastian shook his head. "No." "I'm the best interrogator in this place, Leonard Schultz. They call me the Judge from Hell!" Leonard spoke proudly with a scornful, sinister loo
Sebastian's expression darkened. Leonard was in no rush. He sat down calmly and crossed his legs, saying, "No rush. Take your time and think about it. We've got time to wait for you." "Does the law not exist?" Sebastian frowned slightly. Leonard laughed coldly, looking sinister. "The law? We are the law, punk!" Leonard glanced at the time and said, "We're not going to waste time here. Either you sign and confess and get locked up for about ten years, or you sign this transfer agreement. "We each get what we want and go our separate ways. Don't make things hard for us, and we won't make things hard for you." He took out a transfer agreement and gestured for his colleague to give it to Sebastian. Sebastian didn't even look at it. He laughed and said, "What if I refuse to sign?" With a loud bang, Leonard slammed his hand on the table. He roared, "I'm discussing it with you nicely right now, punk! I'm trying to help you! Don't make me do things the hard way! It'll be hard f
Hans and his subordinates were discussing the issues pertaining to their organization in his private villa. Suddenly, an underling ran in and cried out urgently, "Mr. Wagner! Bad news!""What is it? Why are you panicking?" Hans said, looking displeased.The underling said quickly, "Dr. Ballard has been arrested!""What did you say?" Hans shot to his feet and asked anxiously, "What's going on? Who arrested him?""I'm not sure, but I heard that Leonard is the interrogator!" the underling replied quickly.Hans' expression changed, and he said, "Leonard? The Judge from Hell? Oh no! If Dr. Ballard falls into his hands, things will not end well!"Hans was anxious. Without any time to think further, he called out to his underlings. "Take around a dozen men. We're going to get him out!""Yes, Mr. Wagner!" he answered and immediately ran to gather the others. Within moments, more than a dozen Land Rovers carrying Hans and his men set out, heading straight for the police station where S
Sebastian laughed slightly and said, "You want me to sign this? Okay. Kneel and beg me."The man exploded with anger. He threw the agreement violently onto the table and said angrily, "Damn it you little bastard! I don't think you realize how serious this situation is! Do we really have to show you what we mean?"The man pulled out a baton and weighed it in his hand. He laughed sinisterly and said, "Hey, punk. This is a custom baton, and it's designed to be very painful when used to hit someone. It leaves no trace, either. Do you want to try it?"Sebastian glanced at it and said impassively, "Are you going to take the law into your own hands? Who gave you the right?""I'm the authority here! How dare you talk back to me? It looks like you want us to do this the hard way!" the man roared. He swung the baton at Sebastian's arm.However, Sebastian lifted his hand and grabbed it."You're actually fighting back?" The man was furious and tried to kick Sebastian.Sebastian snorted and
Leonard was infuriated when he saw Sebastian sitting calmly. "What do you think you're doing, you punk!" he yelled. "You want me to ask you to go out nicely? Do you think you're special?"If you dare to assault police officers here, then I'm telling you, you're dead!" Leonard roared, his face contorted with rage.Blood dripped down his hand. His arm hurt so much it seemed to pierce right into his soul. The other man got up shakily. His eyes seemed to burn with intensity as he glared at Sebastian, who was sitting on the metal chair. "Damn you!" he shouted. "Assaulting an officer is a crime punishable by death. If you had just signed your name, you could've left, but now you can't leave even if you wanted to!"Sebastian calmly laced his hands behind the back of his head. He laughed and said, "Someone will come and invite me out.""You still insist on putting up an act? I'd like to see who'll come and invite you out!" Leonard roared. He was itching to tear Sebastian into pieces.
"That's right!" Hans said.Carl's expression changed completely. He looked serious and conflicted."Mr. Wagner, forgive me for asking, but what sort of relationship do you have with him? We did arrest him, but we have a reason for it. He's involved in a serious case and is currently being interrogated."Hans' eyes narrowed as he looked sharply at Carl. "Captain Lopez, I'm not going to play games with you," he said coldly. "Dr. Ballard once saved my life, and I think of him as highly as I do of my own parents!"I know very well what kind of person Dr. Ballard is. The case that you're referring to is completely ridiculous. Something must've framed him! I want you to let him go at once!"Carl's expression turned grim. He was Steinberg's police captain. He had the authority to decide who got arrested and who got released.Hans had power and influence in Steinberg. He also had many subordinates. Ordinarily, Carl would treat him with the utmost politeness. However, this situation was d
Rosalie's beautiful face was grim as she said coldly, "You're Captain Lopez, aren't you? Sebastian is a benefactor of the Griffin family. I want you to release him immediately."Carl looked troubled. He didn't dare to refuse Rosalie's request. However, Fergus was upstairs. How could he explain things to Fergus if he let Sebastian go?"Ms. Griffin, Sebastian Ballard is involved in a serious case. We're just interrogating him according to legal procedures. If there aren't any problems, we'll be sure to let him go. Please understand." After thinking it over, Carl had decided to stand his ground. He didn't want to let Sebastian go. Rosalie's expression darkened. "Captain Lopez, are you testing my patience?" she asked, annoyed. Carl's expression changed. He could tell that Rosalie was suppressing her anger. "Um, Ms. Griffin, please wait a moment. I'll go in and have a look." Carl smiled, then turned and ran back into his office. Fergus was sitting on the sofa, calmly sipping co
Sebastian couldn't help frowning as he asked, "Mr. Lorne, you didn't recommend me as league leader just to get your hands on my treasured sword, did you?"Aiden immediately denied it and changed tack. "Mr. Ballard, you've misunderstood. What I meant to ask was whether or not we could borrow it! I wanted to ask if you'd lend this sword to us."He had managed to smooth things over. However, borrowing something didn't mean that one would return it. Sebastian smiled slightly. "Of course. However, it can only be lent to those who will battle in the arena. It also depends on your performance."Phineas couldn't help glancing at Sebastian. How could he agree to such a request?Didn't Sebastian know what they were planning? If Purity left his side, he'd be in serious danger."Oh, Mr. Ballard, you're as generous as I expected. Let me toast to you!" Aiden said, raising his glass and clinking it against Sebastian's. Sebastian just took a small sip.As Aiden put his wine glass down, he ex
Phineas wasn't about to give them a chance to regret it. He shot the deacon a meaningful look at once.The deacon nodded slightly and walked swiftly out of the hall.Aiden and the others wanted to stop him, but they couldn't find a reasonable excuse. When they saw Sebastian beaming at them, they had no choice but to sigh.Once they managed to trick Sebastian into giving them Purity, they would have plenty of time to deal with him. Assassinations weren't uncommon for league leaders. After all, people from the international martial arts community were capable of many things?They would just have to find an excuse to gloss things over. If Sebastian was dead, who would probe further into the matter?"Come! Let's toast the establishment of our league. Here's to a smooth collaboration in the future!" Sebastian said, raising his glass.Ezekiel and the others hadn't expected him to jump right into their trap. Smug grins spread across their faces.They had no idea that while they were
The two deacons hurriedly got up and ordered the staff to clear the rest of the plates before laying out another lavish feast. Once everything was set, everyone sat down again. The two deacons then retreated tactfully. They wouldn't be allowed to sit at a table like that.Everyone present was a sect leader or an influential figure from the Sapientia. Apart from them, there was Sebastian, who was a young but up-and-coming figure of influence.The deacons weren't even worthy of drinking with them. Phineas raised his glass and addressed the room. "As your host for today, I hope that all of you have a good time."After downing a glass of wine, Alaric was the first to stand up. He filled his glass again and raised it toward Sebastian. 'Mr. Ballard, we've had our misunderstandings in the past. I hope that you can understand."Sebastian smiled slightly and replied, "No, no. It's not like there's any deep grudge between us. Let's leave the past in the past."He raised his glass in ret
Phineas stood up, ready to leave. "Mr. Tuxley, there's no need to rush," Rosalie said, smiling.Phineas flinched and turned his head to say, "Mr. Ballard, Ms. Griffin, please don't misunderstand. I'm not on their side at all. I just don't wish to cause trouble for Mr. Ballard because of this incident."Phineas was sincere, and both Rosalie and Whitney knew he had just been tricked by Ezekiel and the others. A man in his 40s being deceived by a group of people in their 50s to 70s was hardly surprising.However, the suggestion might not actually be entirely disadvantageous for Sebastian."I think that we should accept it. You should be the leader of the league," Rosalie said firmly, looking at Sebastian."No!" Phineas waved his hand quickly. "Since they planned this in advance, Mr. Ballard mustn't play into their hands. Otherwise, there's sure to be trouble."Sebastian looked at Rosalie and said, "You know it's a trap. Yet you want me to do what they want?"Whitney nodded seriou
"Well, we're all making an effort for the martial arts community, aren't we? This is part of my duty," Phineas remarked. "Please sit down, gentlemen. I'll go and invite Mr. Ballard right away."Phineas shot a meaningful look at two deacons, signaling them to treat Ezekiel and the others with hospitality. He got up and made a beeline for the front door. Once he got into his car, he drove straight to the convenience store to look for Sebastian.After the news broadcast two days ago, Sebastian had become famous in Steinberg. Many people had come due to his fame, forming a long line outside the convenience store.Sebastian's medical skills were already famous in Steinberg, but few people knew he was also very skilled in martial arts. Even those who had lined up to see him were speculating among themselves."I never thought that Mr. Ballard would be such a skilled fighter, on top of being exceptionally talented in medicine.""I know right? Steinberg has produced a genius!""Mr. Ball
Aiden's fake reluctance in accepting the position had clearly been done as an act for Phineas' benefit.Phineas was the head director of Steinberg Martial Arts Court. Did they really think that he couldn't see through it? It just wasn't appropriate for him to expose them outright. He already knew exactly what they were plotting."You're mistaken, Mr. Tuxley," Aiden said. "This is an important matter for the martial arts community, and it concerns our reputation. We have traveled from afar to lend a hand to our comrades in the martial arts community." He sounded displeased, and his expression turned frosty. The Martial Arts Court had to show respect to the leaders of major sects. Besides, an expert from the Sapientia was also present. Phineas was clearly disrespecting them with what he had just said."Mr. Tuxley, I believe that since several major sects are involved, forming a martial arts league will allow us to stand united against outsider threats," Alaric interjected quickly,
"Hundreds of international experts have gathered in Steinberg, and they're obviously targeting us, the martial arts community," Alaric said. "That's why Mr. Harton issued the Martial God Command for the sake of our safety."Phineas glanced at the middle-aged men and nodded slightly. "Oh, I see." Despite Alaric's words, he didn't believe a single thing the man said. Alaric and Ezekiel weren't the kind of people who would care about the rest of the world. If they were, they wouldn't have made the comments that they had in the stands. In fact, they had been very unhappy about the fact that Sebastian had won three battles in a row."That's right. Even though we misunderstood Mr. Ballard in the past, that was a personal matter. It has nothing to do with righteousness," Alaric added.Phineas eyed him coldly and smiled. "It would be a blessing for the martial arts community if you truly thought that way. Right now, we're under immense pressure. This is the time when we need the help of s
Aiden's eyes were shining slightly.Ezekiel nodded quickly and said, "That's right. This must be the treasure spoken of in the legends. It's just a pity that it's fallen into the hands of someone like Sebastian. What a waste!"Aiden thought for a moment before saying, "Mr. Harton, the influence of the Flying Cranes alone will not be enough to force him into submission."People like Sebastian were sure to have an ally. The Flying Cranes had influence in Jerose, but they weren't currently in Jerose.The major sects in Sartvale would play a greater role than the Flying Cranes.Ezekiel knew what Aiden meant. However, none of the sects in Sartvale had the courage to make Sebastian their enemy.On the one hand, Belinda was supporting him. On the other, the incident with Ethan had shocked Sartvale's martial arts community.Several experts at the seventh level of the Celestial realm had almost all been slaughtered without mercy. Who else would dare to provoke Sebastian?"A few sect lea
Belinda hosted a lavish dinner for Sebastian, Phineas, and the others. It was late at night when Blake finally brought Sebastian back to the convenience store. Melvin sat thoughtfully in the car. After thinking long and hard, he pulled out his phone and found a number. He sent a message to it.Not long after that, a young man in Ballard Mansion walked over to a pavilion in the back garden. Arnaud was relaxing in the pavilion."Great-grandfather, there's news from Melvin," said the young man. "Oh?" Arnaud glanced sideways at him."Melvin is very sure that Sebastian's ally is the Warrior League." The young man stepped forward and handed his phone respectfully to Arnaud. "Alright. Andreas, go and get ready. It's time for him to return to Ballard Mansion and acknowledge his ancestors," Arnaud said calmly. "Yes! I won't let you down!" Andreas Ballard replied. He bowed deeply to Arnaud and took three steps backward before turning to leave.As he watched Andreas walk off, Arnaud s