Crystal immediately grabbed Whitney's arm. "What are you doing? Your action could end up destroying the Sutton family! It could ruin you!""Mom, you can't do this! If it wasn't for Sebastian saving me, I might be dead by now," Whitney pleaded desperately.In a bold move, she removed her sunglasses, mask, and hat, revealing the scars and bruises covering her face to everyone present, including Edna.Seeing Whitney's battered appearance, the members of the Sutton family, as well as Edna, were all taken aback!"Winnie… your face…" Edna stuttered, her eyes filled with shock.Whitney's current appearance was truly unsettling. The Sutton family members started murmuring among themselves."How did Whitney end up like this?""It's so terrible! Those injuries on her face… They look like they were caused by a knife. Who would dare to do this to a member of the Sutton family?"Whitney's eyes welled up with tears as she pleaded with Edna. "Grandma, Lorraine Carlton is the reason I look lik
"You're not going anywhere! You'll come with us to the Sunway Carlton family and face whatever consequences they have in store for you!" Dante shouted."Maybe if you behave, you'll get to live!" Crystal added, her voice dripping with cruelty.Sebastian raised an eyebrow, his gaze sharp as he looked at Crystal. She immediately took a few steps back, visibly intimidated. "What are you looking at? Thinking of starting something right here?" she said, fear evident in her voice."Dante, get him! Bring him in!" Crystal ordered, her tone commanding.Dante nodded, gesturing with a sweep of his hand. "Attack!" he shouted, and the dozen henchmen moved to grab Sebastian."No, don't!" Whitney hurried forward, trying to intervene.Sebastian frowned, preparing to defend himself.Just then, a butler burst into the room, panic written all over his face. "Madam Sutton, something's wrong! The Carlton family's people are here!""What?" Edna exclaimed, her face paled as she stood up, her body tr
The slap puzzled Dante so much that he looked at Kevin with widened eyes. He then bowed and said, "Mr. Carlton Senior, I-I was just helping you to tie him up!"Dante's face was filled with horror. What was Kevin thinking? Why did he slap him for Sebastian?"That's up to me to decide, and it's none of your business! Scram!" Kevin roared as he vented his anger on Dante.Dante was so scared that he shivered and nodded profusely. "Alright, I will leave n-now…"The members of the Sutton family were also afraid. They looked at each other and didn't dare to walk forward.Kevin's face darkened as he looked at Sebastian and approached him.Whitney, who was standing behind Sebastian, went forward. She started to apologize to Kevin, "Mr. Carlton Senior, we're so sorry. This happened because of me. "If you want, you can take me away. Sebastian hit Ms. Carlton to avenge me. He didn't do it on purpose, so please show him mercy. Don't bring him away."Whitney continued, "I will bear the r
Under everyone's shocked gazes, Kevin walked toward the crying Whitney and lowered his head. "Ms. Sutton, I'm sorry."They were all stunned! What was happening? Why was Kevin apologizing to Whitney?The Sutton family members couldn't believe what they were witnessing.He was the head of the Sunway Carlton family. He was powerful and had a high status."Mr. Carlton Senior, what are you doing?" Edna asked.Kevin didn't even spare her a glance, still speaking to the surprised Whitney, "Ms. Sutton, I have investigated the whole reason for the incident. It's because of my useless grandson that this happened. "It's my daughter and her son's fault. Our family is to blame. Please forgive my daughter and grandson, if you will."Then, Kevin bowed once, which made everyone's jaw drop.Kevin apologized! What on Earth was going on?Whitney was stunned too. She didn't expect things to turn out this way.Kevin had actually apologized to her. "Mr. Carlton Senior… I-I am at fault too. My e
Whitney's words made everyone look at Sebastian.Right, Sebastian had beaten Lorraine to an extent that was worse than Whitney's condition. However, Kevin wasn't even mad or sought revenge. Instead, he came to apologize.Was Sebastian hiding something from them?"Sebastian, what's going on? You'd better explain!" Crystal shouted, gazing at him sharply. Sebastian frowned and said, "I've already said I would handle this issue. Since everything's fine now, I'll take my leave."Crystal's face changed. Was it really this brat who handled the matter?Whitney was also giving Sebastian a strange look. Just when she was about to ask more questions, Fergus, dressed in his suit and tie, rushed into the house.When he saw that everyone was there, he said loudly, "I have good news! About the issue between the Sutton family and the Sunway Carlton family, things will be fine soon! I asked my dad to use his connections to persuade them. Winnie, don't worry. I'm here now!"Fergus looked at Whi
"I told him!" Crystal said and scolded Whitney, "You ingrate! Why would you bear the responsibility for Sebastian? If I hadn't contacted Fergus and told him about this, would we all be safe now?"Crystal then turned to Sebastian. "And you! You should thank Fergus for his help, or the Sunway Carlton family would've taken you away! What are you waiting for? Thank him!"Everyone turned to look at Sebastian.He frowned. "Thank him? Are you so sure that it's all because of him?""Oh, come on! That's really funny! If it wasn't for Fergus, was it you then?" Crystal rolled her eyes, clearly annoyed. "If it weren't for Fergus, the Sutton family would have been done for long ago!""Exactly! Sebastian, if it weren't for Fergus stepping in, you hitting Lorraine would have been enough to get yourself punished a hundred times over!" Dante chimed in fiercely.Sebastian snorted. "You think Fergus is the savior of your family?"Sebastian couldn't understand at all. Were these people brain-dead?
Sebastian frowned as he looked at Whitney. After some time, he exhaled and said coldly, "Not me."Sebastian was tired. He didn't want to argue with these people anymore.The point was that he didn't want this whole issue to make Whitney develop any feelings or anticipation toward him. They were not meant together, and that was final.Upon hearing his words, Whitney's eyes dimmed and were replaced with disappointment."It's not him. It's really not him…" Whitney muttered to herself with teary eyes."I told you! It's not him, for sure! Do you believe me now?" Crystal shouted as she cast Sebastian an angry look. She continued, "Sebastian, you're finally honest for once! I knew it couldn't be you! If not for Fergus, we might have been deceived by you!"Dante chimed in and said, "That's right! Sebastian, are you trying to scam my sister into remarrying you again? In your dreams!"The rest of the Suttons started to voice their discontent as well. "Hpmh, it turns out that was his i
Whitney was furious too. With a cold voice, she asked, "Sebastian, why did you hit him?"Fergus helped her settle the matter, yet Sebastian treated him this way. How rude!Was Sebastian really jealous? Since when had he become like that?"Didn't you see that he started it first? Also, did I even do anything?" Sebastian's face darkened."He only grabbed your shoulder!" Whitney replied coldly.Sebastian raised an eyebrow and laughed mockingly. "So, you mean he grabbed my shoulder only, and as for me, I hit him back? I'm that horrible, huh?""Don't try to be unreasonable! Fergus helped our family solve the matter, yet you treated him this way! What do you want? If you're so capable, handle it yourself!"Sebastian frowned. How foolish. Whitney really thought Fergus was the one who handled it.With a cold expression, Sebastian said, "Since you trust him so much, marry him!"Everyone fell silent at his words.Whitney looked at Sebastian in disbelief, and her eyes welled up with t
Sebastian shook his head slightly and said, "Thank you for your kind thoughts, Madam Dragon. Even if the entire martial arts community treats me as an enemy because of this, I'll accept it."How could Sebastian be an elder in the Warrior League when he was the successor of the Sacred Medicine Society?Everyone looked at Sebastian in slight surprise. He would be willing to make an enemy of the entire martial arts community?Belinda was also surprised. She hadn't expected Sebastian to be so firm."Mr. Ballard, are you afraid that your mentor will be against it?" she asked, frowning.No one would refuse the conditions that she had just made. Besides, joining the Warrior League in the current circumstances would be great for Sebastian.With the Warrior League as his ally, the Sapientia wouldn't dare to do anything to him. She hadn't expected Sebastian to refuse outright."Mr. Ballard, do you have a mentor?" Elara asked, puzzled. Hadn't Sebastian always said that he didn't have one?
When Belinda and Elara heard Sebastian's voice, they walked out of the back room."It's been a while, Mr. Ballard," Belinda said, smiling.Upon seeing her expression had changed from how it had been when she greeted him, Melvin was even more astounded by Sebastian's identity.Belinda always smiled when she met Sebastian, but it was a rare event for any other person to see her smile."It's been a while, Madam Dragon," Sebastian said with a bow. "Please sit down, Mr. Ballard." Elara hurried toward him and pulled him down beside the main seat. Melvin and Phineas returned to their seats, looking rather awkward."Mr. Ballard, I hear from Mr. Tuxley that Ezekiel is plotting something against you. That's why I sent Blake to bring you here. I'd like to hear your opinion," Belinda said, smiling.Everyone noticed that Belinda had spoken respectfully twice. They all turned to look at Sebastian."Madam Dragon, I wasn't concerned about Ezekiel at first, but now so many sects from the mar
Blake chuckled as he walked in."Yes! I just jump up and slap people in the face—" When Zane turned and saw that it was Blake, he abruptly stopped speaking.He smiled awkwardly. Boasting in front of Blake was just asking for trouble."Zane, that move where you jump up and slap people was quite interesting to watch," Blake said, grinning.Zane suddenly had a coughing fit. He didn't know if Blake was complimenting him or not."Is Mr. Ballard around? I've come on behalf of Madam Dragon. She would like him to pay a visit," Blake said to Zane. "Yes, yes! He's inside. He's with Ms. Griffin, and they're chatting—" Zane suddenly spotted Sebastian leaning in the doorway, a smile playing about his lips as he stared at him."Uh… he's not chatting." He hastily changed tack and congratulated himself for being quick-witted."Come in, Blake." Sebastian rolled his eyes at Zane. He knew exactly what Zane was going to say whenever he opened his mouth. He was sure that Zane had nothing innocent
Blake bowed slightly to Belinda before turning and leaving the hall."Please sit for a moment, gentlemen. We'll discuss this matter once Mr. Ballard arrives." Belinda left Melvin and Phineas there on their own after she had finished. She didn't even give them a chance to reply before entering the back room with Elara.Melvin and Phineas sat awkwardly in their seats. It didn't seem right to either leave or stay."Relax, gentlemen. Madam Dragon is discussing some matters with a few elders. Have some tea and wait for Mr. Ballard," a maid said as she carried over a tray of tea. She served both Melvin and Phineas with a cup of fragrant tea.Melvin was pleasantly surprised. He took the teacup from the maid with both hands. Although she was a mere maid, the important thing was who she worked for. Belinda had a close relationship with the head director of Dramon's Martial Arts Court. It could even be said that the Martial Arts Court wouldn't exist without her.Even the national head dir
"Yes. That's right," Melvin answered quickly.Blake nodded slightly and strode to the entrance. He said to Phineas, "Mr. Tuxley, Madam Dragon would like to see you."Phineas immediately puffed up his chest and straightened his clothes. When he finally felt presentable, he followed Blake to the hall.Meeting someone as important as Belinda was a matter of honor for Phineas. Therefore, he prostrated himself as soon as he entered and said to Belinda, "My name is Phineas Tuxley and I'm the head director of the Steinberg Martial Arts Court. Greetings, Madam Dragon."Belinda was startled to see him prostrate as soon as he entered. She suppressed a smile and shook her head slightly. "Mr. Tuxley, a bow like that is an outdated rule from hundreds of years ago. It is no longer appropriate in today's times. Please sit down," she said, pointing at the seat beside her."Thank you, Madam Dragon." Phineas stood up and glanced at the chairs. Where was he supposed to sit? Melvin had already ta
Melvin bowed his head and followed Blake into Ventus Estate. On the way there, he kept stealing glances at the black-clad men.The more he looked at them, the more shocked Melvin became. Where had the Warrior League gotten so many experts at the third level of the Celestial realm and above?In any other sect, they would be a deacon at the very least, but they were only fit to be guards for the Warrior League.He didn't know that these men hadn't previously been at such a high level. It was all thanks to Sebastian that they had been able to improve so swiftly.That was why everyone in the Warrior League respected Sebastian so much. Sebastian and the Warrior League relied on each other and helped each other. There was no imbalance in their relationship."Please come in, Mr. Cappell." Blake stood in the doorway to the hall and indicated for Melvin to enter.Despite Blake's politeness, Melvin knew that he had no right to walk in front.The Lucoxes weren't just the family who contr
Technically, this was gross negligence on Phineas' part. However, he had very little authority that he did not have the courage to ask for details.There were probably only very few people who knew Sebastian's real identity. It wasn't as if Phineas could go and ask Belinda. Would he dare to ask the elders of the Warrior League? Of course not!"Let's go to Ventus Estate," Melvin said as he stood up.He had to find out what kind of relationship Sebastian had with the Warrior League. In particular, he had to know whether Sebastian had latched onto the Warrior League or if it had been the other way around.He couldn't let himself make the wrong decision.Phineas hurried out of the lounge after Melvin.…Meanwhile, Belinda and Blake were at Ventus Estate, discussing the martial arts battle that had taken place that day."Madam Dragon, these people were much too ignorant. How could they have expected to do well when fighting against Mr. Ballard?" Blake smiled.Belinda looked at the
When the host saw that no one else dared to step into the arena, he immediately announced, "The match will end here for today. Each side will rest for three days each, and after three days, the matches will resume!"The three days' rest in between had been Phineas' idea.He still didn't feel assured. After all, Dramon only had Sebastian and the others, and today's battle was only the beginning. The really tough battle was yet to come.He had to fight for time so that the Martial Arts Court could send some powerful candidates.When the battle ended, Phineas finally snuck over to Sebastian and said, "Mr. Ballard, please wait."Phineas' passionate speech earlier had genuinely moved Sebastian, so his attitude had softened greatly."Mr. Tuxley, go ahead and say whatever you have to say." Phineas looked around. Upon seeing that no one was paying attention to him, he whispered in Sebastian's ear, "Mr. Ballard, you must be wary of Ezekiel. He is coveting the treasure in your possession.
Farrell was about to get up when he collided with the sole of Zane's foot as Zane aimed a kick at him. Although Zane wasn't very powerful and wasn't even a beginner in martial arts, the kick encompassed the inertia that had built up over a long distance as well as the fact that Farrell had just rolled over. With his full weight behind it, the kick carried great force.A loud sound echoed through the arena as Zane's kick landed squarely on Farrell's face. The bridge of his nose actually collapsed."Aargh!" Farrell clutched his face, screaming in pain.Before he could recover, Zane gave him a spinning kick which hit him in the back of the head. The force knocked Farrell out cold. The moment he hit the floor, another bolt of intense energy struck him in the chest.The audience and the international experts in the stands only saw Zane kick Farrell, after which the latter spat out a mouthful of blood. Farrell didn't even struggle before dying in the arena.Thunderous applause bro