On Leon's end, he followed Roman to the Morrisons' mansion and obtained the Rainbow Fruit. After bidding farewell, he followed Fletcher to the Dragon Corps. Just then, he received a call from Hugo and learned that the Morrisons agreed to his terms, intending to work with Cynthion Group. He came to the western region specifically to establish a partnership with the Morrisons to expand Cynthion Group's market. The Morrisons agreeing to the terms worked perfectly to his advantage. Initially, he wanted to hurry back to the hotel to discuss further terms with Caleb and the others. However, he already agreed to go to the Dragon Corps and Fletcher was extremely sincere when he extended the invitation, so Leon could not possibly go back on his words. Hence, he could only tell Hugo and the others to wait at home and they could discuss further when he came back. Fletcher felt glad that he followed Leon to the Morrisons' mansion, after all. Otherwise, Leon might have given up on g
"Mister Wolf, let's go in as well. Ever since Mister Orpwood knew about what happened with the Poisonwielder, he has been desperate to meet you. I'll take you to him first and then to a few other old friends. how about it?" Fletcher asked. "Sure. I want to talk to Mister Orpwood about the Southern Boss as well!" Leon nodded. He followed Fletcher to the Dragon Corps' office because of his enthusiastic invitation to reunite with a few old friends. On the other hand, he already found out that the Southern Boss was hiding in the western region and committed horrible crimes. Hence, he needed to discuss with Mister Orpwood and seek his help to track the Southern Boss down. After all, the western region was vast and no one knew where the Southern Boss was hiding. Leon could not possibly find the Southern Boss on his own. If he had the help of Mister Orpwood and the Dragon Guards, it would be much easier. "Also, do I have permission to tell others about your actual identity?" Fletc
"Fletcher, why are you doing this?" Howard sighed when he heard Mister Orpwood. He already told Fletcher not to bring an outsider into the building. Yet, Fletcher refused to listen to reasons and even brought Leon to meet Mister Orpwood. This was foolish of him and he would likely be punished for it. However, what happened next shook him. "Mister Orpwood, this is Mister Hugh Wolf. He's not an outsider," Fletcher said. Just as he was about to inform Mister Orpwood of Leon's identity, he was interrupted. "Hugh Wolf? That sounds so familiar," Mister Orpwood was taken aback and soon recalled something. Sensing his shock, Fletcher smiled and explained, "Mister Orpwood, he's the one who took the Poisonwielder down on his own." "What? It is him! Wonderful!" Mister Orpwood was shocked and stood abruptly. When he heard the name Hugh, he already guessed who Loen was. Upon hearing Fletcher's affirmation, he burst into laughter. "Mister Wolf, we've finally met again! I've alrea
"I see!" Realization dawned on Howard. He finally understood why Fletcher insisted on inviting Leon here, but soon realized that something was off. "Fletcher, the Poisonwielder is formidable. Though Mister Wolf is capable considering his age, there's still a gap between him and the Poisonwielder. How could he possibly defeat the Poisonwielder on his own?" Howard asked hesitantly. He fought Leon earlier on the mountain and Leon could not even take a single blow from him. This would mean that Leon was in the Semi-Almighty State at best. As one of the eight criminals, the Poisonwielder long reached the Initial Almighty State and was just a few steps away from the Intermediate Almighty State. This made him much stronger than Leon, so Howard could not understand how Leon managed to kill the Poisonwielder. "Well, I don't know what happened, but I think Mister Wolf possesses a treasure in the Intermediate Almighty State and he probably used it against the Poisonwielder," Fletcher
"Oh, is that so? Mister Orpwood, do tell what Mister Wolf is capable of." Howard did not take what Mister Orpwood said seriously. Though Leon was strong for a young man, the top martial artists in the Thirteen Greats were comparable to Leon as well and Howard saw no reason to put Leon in such high regard. From his perspective, Leon was only lucky enough to obtain a powerful treasure and he did not think that Leon possessed actual strength apart from that. It was not like he could defeat the Poisonwielder without the treasure. However, what happened next shook him to his core. "Howard, I'll tell you the truth. Mister Wolf here took down the Demon Lord recently and injured the Southern Boss. Hades showed up at the last moment and ran with the Southern Boss. If even the Demon Lord and the Southern Boss can't defeat him, no treasure could affect Mister Wolf's true power," Mister Oprwood said. The Demon Lord ranked third place on the criminal list and was so for over a decade. E
"Of course! Alfred from the Dragon Corps in the southern region told me this, so how can it be wrong? Mister Wolf is probably stronger than even me," Mister Orpwood nodded with respect. He once saw Hug, but Hugh wore a mask at the time to cover his face so this was the second time he met Hugh. When he first saw Hugh, Hugh took down the Poisonwielder all by himself, and now, he took the Demon Lord down as well. Leon's righteousness impressed him. On top of that, the Demon Lord was close to reaching the Peak Almighty State. Though Mister Orpwood himself recently reached the Peak Almighty State as well using the rare herbs found in the western region, the Demon Lord was known to be ruthless and cunning. If they fought, he may not be able to defeat the Southern Boss, not to mention if he teamed up with the Southern Boss, who was in the Advanced Almighty State. If they teamed up against him, even Mister Orpwood himself would be at a disadvantage. However, they ended up dead
"Um, Mister Caldicot, you're too kind. I just got lucky," Leon responded modestly after a moment of hesitation. He always preferred to keep a low profile. Though there were a few criminals who perished at his hand apart from the Poisonwielder and the Demon Lord, he never told the public about it to avoid trouble. However, Fletcher, Howard, and Mister Orpwood all knew that he eliminated the Demon Lord and injured the Southern Boss. Hence, he could only accept their compliment. "Mister Wolf, you are too modest. How can you kill the Demon Lord and injure the Demon Lord with just luck?" Fletcher shook his head with a smile. Suddenly, he recalled something and added, "I heard from the Dragon Guards in the southern region some time ago that Asmodeus and the Scarlet Thief were taken down recently as well. Mister Wolf, that can't possibly be your doing as well, right?" he joked. All the criminals on the list were cunning and formidable, so they were each challenging to defeat. Unde
"I just got lucky," Leon smiled sheepishly. He never enjoyed the spotlight, so he did not say much. "Mister Wolf, I rarely admire anyone, but I'm truly impressed by you," Howard's tone became extremely respectful. He underestimated Leon before learning his true identity. However, upon learning his true strength and the fact that he eliminated four criminals, he was deeply moved by Leon's incredible talent and righteous nature. "I feel the same!" Fletcher agreed along. Naturally, Mister Orpwood was impressed as well. "You're too kind. It's not that big a deal," Leon said, feeling slightly shy. Suddenly, he recalled why they were all here and changed the subject. "Mister Orpwood, I didn't just come here to meet with you all. I also need to speak to you about the Southern Boss." "The Southern Boss? Oh, yeah. Howard, you just mentioned that the Southern Boss committed murder and robbery. You didn't finish your story, though. What exactly happened?" Mister Orpwood turned to
"Miss Morrison, I would like to thank you for saving my life," Iris said as she approached Renee's bed. She meant to thank Renee for having saved her so narrowly from death during their encounter with one of Brahma's clones, which was why she lingered in Renee's room even after everyone left. "Miss Young, if you would truly like to return the favor, there is something you can do for me," Renee said, biting her lip as though what she was about to say was an excruciatingly difficult decision to make."What is it?" Iris asked, although she felt like she already knew what was the answer. "I would like to join you in being Leon's companions," Renee said with an expectant look. She harbored feelings toward Leon for some time now but refrained from competing against Iris and Cynthia, knowing there was no way she could win. However, she had an epiphany after her narrow escape from death and realized that there was so much more to life than competing with other women over a man. Therefor
"Nothing is impossible! It's high time you accept your fate, you old git! Take this! The Phoenix Sky Fist!" Leon merely scoffed at him. The next moment, he directed one last attack at Wulfric in the form of his most powerful move—the Phoenix Sky Fist, a sage technique belonging to the Heavenly Class!A cloud of pulsating energy charged straight toward Wulfric, without any mercy toward his cries of horror!Its sole intent was to destroy him and put an end to this battle!"No—" Wulfric let out a bloodcurdling scream as he watched, defenseless, as the Phoenix Sky Fist soared toward him. His first instinct was to leap out of harm's way, but Leon was far too powerful for him and anticipated this beforehand. Not to mention the Phoenix Sky Fist was one of the most powerful moves belonging to the Heavenly Class, and there was no possible way he could escape from its wrath.Wulfric's limp body only left a few feet off the ground when the Phoenix Sky Fist crashed into him, rendering his body
"Haha! I've finally attained the Saint State! Now it's time for you to die, you old git!" A glimmer of malice flashed through Leon's eyes. When he fixated his gaze on Wulfric's face, it sent a shudder down Wulfric's entire body, for Leon's eyes were like two pits of deep, dark, sinister hatred. "How cocky of you to say that, you twat! So what if you attained the Saint State? You haven't even got time to harness your powers yet, so you're no match for me! Take this!" Wulfric scoffed, taking no notice of Leon's threats at all. Then, without another moment's hesitation, he sent a powerful surge of energy pummeling Leon's way, intending to destroy Leon while his defenses were low!"He's right. So what if he's attained the Saint State? He can't even control his powers properly," the rest of the Chanters all agreed, and felt rather relieved by this. The glimmer of hope that ignited briefly within Pierre, Zach, and the rest was immediately doused after hearing the Chanters' words. Wulf
"Hahaha! This ends here—once and for all!" Wulfric broke out into a manic cackle of laughter upon seeing Pierre's defeat. The defeat of Pierre, Zach, and his two lackeys had no doubt instilled a newfound triumph in him, for the four of them combined were his greatest opponents thus far, and now that he rendered them powerless, there was no longer anyone in his way!Not even Leon, Percival, Alastair, or the rest of their comrades could defeat him! He and the Chanters would go on, unstopped, to dominate the world!One could only imagine his ecstasy at finally fulfilling his dream at long last!"All hail Master Chanter!""All hail Master Chanter!""All hail Master Chanter!" Aiken and the rest of the Chanters erupted into thunderous applause and cheers of sheer elation. "Oh no!""We can't possibly stand a chance!" Percival, Alastair, and the rest on the good side felt their hearts sink at the thought of their impending doom. Although they outnumbered the Chanters by a significant m
Gulp!Taking advantage of the moment, Leon decisively took out a Holy Spirit Pill and swallowed it. Initially, he intended to use an Essential Detox Pill to help Pierre, Zach, and the other two Semi-Saint State fighters counteract the poison. However, with Pierre injured by Wulfric and Zach along with the other two severely wounded and out of combat, even if he cured them, their side was still doomed to defeat.In this desperate situation, he could only take a gamble. He hoped that, with the breakthrough signs he felt in his martial arts bottleneck, the Holy Spirit Pill would help him break through the sage arts barrier or raise his power level to the Great Crossing Phase. This might be their only chance at victory."Mister Wolf, as long as there's life, there's hope. I'll try my best to hold off Wulfric. You must escape now and find a way to avenge us later."Pierre, enduring his injuries and the poison, stood up with a determined look on his face. He knew that their side was alre
"You're courting death!"Wulfric, enraged by Leon's fierce attack and the slaying of Central Boss, had no choice but to halt his assault on Pierre and the other three momentarily. He turned and unleashed a powerful palm strike, its overwhelming force aimed squarely at Leon's Phoenix Sky Fist.Boom!The collision between Leon's Phoenix Sky Fist and Wulfric's attack was explosive. In an instant, Wulfric's strike shattered Leon's Phoenix Sky Fist, and its residual force hurtled toward Leon."Not good!"Leon’s expression changed drastically as he rapidly tried to evade. However, with Wulfric's Saint State power level, evading was futile. No matter where he ran, he was unable to get out of the attack range. The residual force of Wulfric's true energy struck Leon, sending him flying and crashing heavily to the ground.Cough! Cough!As Leon hit the ground, a wave of intense pain surged through his chest, causing him to cough up two mouthfuls of blood. It was clear he suffered significa
Whoosh!Compared to Percival and Alastair's heavy hearts, Leon remained relatively calm. In the past, he killed Poisonwielder and specifically crafted a potent antidote, the Essential Detox Pill, to counteract Reaper's Breath.He happened to have a few dozen of these pills on him. Though Pierre and the others were poisoned by Reaper's Breath, as long as Leon could get the antidote to them in time, they still stood a chance to win.With this in mind, Leon did not waste any time. He stopped fighting with Central Boss, leaped up, and quickly rushed toward Pierre and the others to deliver the antidote."Leon, are you planning to run away? Well, do you think it's going to be that easy?" Central Boss misunderstood Leon's actions, thinking he intended to escape. Given how much he hated Leon, he was not going to let Leon get away so easily.Without a second thought, Central Boss dashed forward, resolutely blocking Leon once again. With Wulfric having reversed the situation and forcing Pie
"Pierre, you have pushed me to this! Since that's the case, don't blame me for what I'm going to do next! You all can go to hell!" Wulfric's expression turned grim when he saw the Chanter fighters in a dire and dangerous situation. He knew he had to end this battle quickly to avoid significant casualties among the Chanter descendants.Thus, he decided not to hold back. He waved his two hands, releasing two clouds of white mist that surged forward, engulfing Pierre, Zach, and the other two. The white mist transformed into a flurry of powder, like a shower of flowers, enveloping the four of them."What's this?""This is bad, it's poison!"Realizing the unusual nature of the white powder, Pierre and Zach were alarmed.Immediately, the four of them held their breath and swiftly retreated, trying to escape the range of the white mist and powder. Unfortunately, it was too late! The white powder and mist seeped everywhere, and being too close to Wulfric, they already inhaled a signific
"How dare a loser like you be so arrogant? I'll teach you to be humble!"Leon sneered contemptuously. Central Boss clashed with him twice before, each time ending with Central Boss being injured and fleeing. Thus, Leon did not take his attack seriously at all.Without hesitation, he pointed a finger and unleashed the Advanced Earth Class sage technique, Earthly Plunder. Sharp and fierce energy condensed at his fingertip, roaring as it met Central Boss's attack head-on!Bang!Leon's Earthly Plunder clashed solidly with Central Boss's Soul-Piercing Claw in a violent collision. However, unlike previous encounters, this time Leon's technique did not break through Central Boss's attack; instead, it was shattered by it!Not only that! The Dragon Pill he recently took did not fully manifest itself yet, so not only did Central Boss's Soul-Piercing Claw shatter Leon's Earthly Plunder but also sent him staggering back.Leon struggled to regain his footing, retreating three or four steps be