"Shaun, what a pair of stunning beauties they are. Too bad we can't touch them," said the young man in the Land Rover as he licked his lips and gave Marion's curvy backside a slap.The slap jolted Marion awake."Where is this?" she asked, her face blank with confusion.The driver, Shaun Lloyd, grinned. "Beautiful, you're in the car. We're taking you to a hotel."Marion shrieked in alarm, startling Elara awake as well.When the mother and daughter realized their predicament, they were furious and frightened. The young man in the back sneered. "Ladies, are you looking for your bags? Here they are. Take them."Marion grabbed her bag and frantically searched through it.The man laughed maliciously. "Looking for your phone? Don't bother. I crushed it!"Marion's face turned deathly pale.Terrified, Elara burst into tears. "Who are you people? Why are you kidnapping us? This is a crime! Let us go now, and we'll pretend nothing happened!"Marion shouted, "That's right! Stop the car
Matthew went into hiding. He was genuinely terrified Arnold might call the police on him.At the same time, Arnold was pacing like a cat on a hot tin roof, consumed with anxiety.If this was an abduction, why hadn't anyone called? There wasn't a single clue.The only thing Arnold could think of was to report this to the police for help.…On Beaker Island, Gideon was leisurely fishing on the beach with Qyra and Waverly.Suddenly, his phone rang.Caius' urgent voice came through, "Mr. Snow, there's trouble. Mrs. Seymour and Ms. Seymour have been abducted. Their whereabouts are currently unknown."Gideon was shocked. "How could something like this happen?""Sir, I've already mobilized several departments to conduct a joint investigation. I believe we'll have answers soon. Please remain calm," Caius replied, sweating profusely.Back when Gideon started making a name for himself, Caius had issued orders that anything involving the Seymour family had to be reported directly to him
"Princess Arabella!" Mollie was terrified.But there was nothing she could do. She was no match for a transcendent. She could only watch helplessly as Knox's dark hand reached for Arabella.It was sacrilege! It was an insult to the princess of the Foxhall royal family!Arabella struggled desperately, trying to break free, but it was futile. The gap in their strength was too vast."I'm curious. How did you notice?" Knox asked."There was an unknown pollen on me. How could I not notice?" Arabella replied."Ah, so that's it." Knox chuckled. "And who exactly are you?"Mollie immediately shouted, "Stop right now! Princess Arabella is from the Foxhall royal family! Do you have any idea of the consequences of laying a hand on the princess of the Foxhall royal family?""The princess of the Foxhall royal family of Dasovia?" Knox was momentarily taken aback and paused.But in the next moment, he sneered. "And so what if she's the princess of the Foxhall royal family? Once I take her out
The Moblathos' aircraft landed in a valley.Shaun and Knox stepped out to get some air, but it seemed the two were at odds. The conflict was over Arabella and Mollie.Moblathos men were inherently lecherous. Shaun wanted to keep both Arabella and Mollie for himself, which didn't sit well with Knox. Their disagreement quickly escalated, leaving them on bad terms.Inside the cabin, Mollie whispered softly, "Princess Arabella."Arabella sat up.The two of them, unlike Marion and Elara, had already regained consciousness but had been pretending to be asleep."What should we do now?" Mollie asked."I overheard that we've arrived at Kitherglen," Arabella said. "This is our chance. As long as we can get into Kitherglen, it'll be hard for them to track us down!""But how are we supposed to escape from their grasp? They're both transcendents. We can't fight them," Mollie replied.Arabella's expression hardened.In an instant, she swung her backsword. A burst of sword energy filled the
Kitherglen was vast. Even though Gideon's aircraft was highly advanced, it lost track of its target in the harsh environment of the region.Fortunately, Arabella's Sky-Cleaving Sword Technique had been so dazzling that the sword light shot straight into the sky, serving as a guide for Gideon.Thanks to this, he arrived just in time.Gideon ignored Shaun, glancing briefly at Arabella and Mollie before walking over to check on Marion and Elara.After inspecting them, he confirmed that they were unharmed and merely unconscious. He sighed in relief.The aircraft was still burning.Remembering something, Gideon looked at Arabella with gratitude in his eyes and said, "Thank you."Arabella was dazed.For some reason, facing Gideon filled her with a deep sense of awe. This was an emotion she had never felt before.As a royal princess, she had encountered countless prodigies and young leaders from major royal families, yet none had ever made her feel this way.This man was extraordina
"Gideon Snow," Gideon stated."Gideon Sno—what a great name," Arabella said, committing that name deeply to memory.Without hesitation, she boarded the aircraft."Goodbye, Mr. Snow. Kitherglen is dangerous. Please don't let your guard down. I'll be waiting for your return.""Alright." Gideon watched the aircraft take off and disappear into the distance."The princess of the Foxhall royal family? What a coincidence that she is related to the Foxhall royal family. It seems that in three months, the Martial Arts Tournament of the eight major royal families will be held at the ancestral land of the Foxhall royal family."Having a connection with the Foxhalls now isn't a bad idea," Gideon thought.Afterward, he felt somewhat at a loss.Kitherglen was vast. How could he possibly know where Ajax and the others were? But no matter what, he had to give it a try.Even if he couldn't find Ajax and the others, he could still take in the extraordinary and magical sights of Kitherglen.Mor
Gideon didn't recognize what kind of beasts these were, but it was clear they were extraordinary.Some of them were extremely powerful.What concerned him most was the lingering feeling that a pair of unseen eyes was watching him from the shadows.He speculated that it had to be the king of this beast pack.The alpha of this group hadn't shown itself yet. Thus, Gideon remained cautious.At that moment, the beasts charged at him with a roar.Gideon held back his killing intent. He only struck to send the beasts flying, ensuring that he didn't deliver lethal blows.However, the number of beasts was overwhelming.Snow blanketed the entire expanse, and all of it seemed to be teeming with beasts. If this continued, there was no telling when it would end.Suddenly, Gideon let out a resounding shout, "Dragon's Roar!"The sound of a dragon's cry reverberated across the area, wave after wave, ceaselessly echoing.The beasts nearby were all blown away. Those in the distance showed fear
A prime example was that the alpha snow beast's intelligence might already rival that of a human.Reaching this level was no easy feat. Beasts like these were treasures of nature. Destroying them would be such a waste.However, Gideon was no saint.If the alpha snow beast remained foolish, he wouldn't hesitate to kill it and taste its essence and blood. Surely, that would benefit him greatly.At this moment, the alpha's energy surged to its peak.A fierce battle was imminent.But just then, the sound of a flute drifted through the air.In an instant, the alpha restrained its energy and looked toward the distance.Gideon followed its gaze and vaguely spotted a shadowy figure atop a distant snowy peak. It was hard to discern whether it was a man or a woman, but the flute's melody originated from there.The alpha snow beast leaped to higher ground, gave Gideon a deep look, then let out a roar.Just like that, the beast pack began retreating.In no time, they disappeared complet
"But what?" Gideon implored."Sir, we've discovered a cave dwelling. Based on initial observations, it appears to be an ancient ruin, and there may be more structures like it waiting to be unearthed," Ares explained. "Is that so?" Gideon became interested. Ares took the lead, and the trio, including Gideon, reached their destination. "Sir, take a look." Following Ares' instructions, they all saw it. A lone cavern nestled in the large pit, resembling an aged man who has endured countless struggles, finding peace in quiet solitude. "Cut the flattery." Gideon walked up to the entrance of the cave dwelling. Ronan marveled, "This stone door is made of an exceptional material. It's doubtful even a bomb blast could shatter it open." Winter questioned, "So, we have to rely on brute strength to force the door open? Or is there a hidden mechanism?" Ares shook his head and replied, "No, there's no mechanism. We've had multiple teams scour every inch of it for days, but to no av
The majority of the army, led by Justin and other champions, relied on weapons and equipment purchased from Aetheric Guild. Damon had a particular affinity for this submarine. If he could closely examine it and recreate similar models, it would be an incredible feat. As soon as they left Kitherglen, the communication service was back up and running. Gideon wasted no time in getting in touch with Lysander to inquire about recent events. To his astonishment, not only was Lavinia unharmed and safe at the border, but she also single-handedly defeated a massive army of one million and received the prestigious title of a five-star war hero. Her popularity reached its peak, and the entire nation rallied behind her. Gideon couldn't help but smile to himself as he thought, "Life is full of ironies, huh?"It seemed that Lavinia had managed to pull off a miraculous feat. It was highly unlikely for anyone to successfully wipe out one million of Tylland's soldiers. Such a victory was unheard
"Don't worry, Mr. Foley. I will surely live up to your expectations," Gideon declared."Good!" Ronan was very pleased.That night, neither Ronan nor Gideon could sleep. Ronan took the time to show Gideon how to use the Doombringer Knuckle in the midst of the relentless wind and snow. Meanwhile, Gideon couldn't afford to let his guard down for even a second and was completely absorbed in learning.… The next morning, as the first sunray shone down on them, Gideon opened his eyes and exhaled a mouthful of stale air. The techniques and hidden meanings behind the Doombringer Knuckle, along with memories of Ronan's instruction from the previous night, flooded back into his mind.He began to replicate and execute the moves with precision. The sounds of his punches echoed through the air, growing more intense with each strike."Good boy!" Ronan's eyes widened in surprise. Gideon had only learned the basics, and it had only been one night. Yet, he already seemed to have a grasp on the
The intense battle seemed to drag on indefinitely. Their physical abilities were beyond human. Gideon and Ronan broke apart from each other. Ronan's body shook with power as he prepared to use the Doombringer Knuckle. Gideon refused to be outdone, and his demeanor shifted, shedding some of his usual depth for a sharper focus.In Winter's eyes, Gideon was akin to a massive and weighty greatsword. He exuded a presence of unconquerable power, as if nothing could stand in his way. Ronan's face took on a serious demeanor, yet Gideon's was filled with unbridled enthusiasm. It had been a long time since he had truly exerted himself, and he felt exhilarated by the prospect. It was a rush unlike any other, and he couldn't help but feel excited at the thought of unleashing all of his strength once again.With a fierce determination, Ronan thrust out his fist and bellowed, "Doombringer Knuckle!" At the same time, Gideon also extended his fist, his voice echoing like thunder as he excl
Having a conversation about fighting with a skilled fighter like Ronan was actually beneficial for Gideon, given that he was a master of the sport. In truth, Ronan had not intended to harm the Jaeger royal family. His true motive was to confront Talia head-on. The Jaegers' top fighting technique, the Supreme Celestial Fist, was renowned as one of the most highly skilled and advanced techniques. He was caught off guard by Oscar's presence. Though, in a way, it aligned with his goals to have a fierce battle with him. His custom-made Doombringer Knuckle weapon had been designed for intense battles and could only truly be understood through fighting. As a top-tier expert, it was rare for Ronan to find an opponent who could truly challenge him in battle.Gideon's words had immediately captured Ronan's intense interest. "If you can make this fight entertaining for me, I may consider teaching you the Doombringer Knuckle," he said to Gideon. "What? Are you serious, Mr. Foley?" Gideon
Talia smiled and said, "Annalise is incredibly gifted. She's not going to meet her downfall so easily." "Got it. I'll be the decoy," Oscar replied. "Thanks." Talia nodded at Oscar to show her gratitude. That simple gesture made Oscar really happy. People would probably be blown away if they found out that the duke of the Chapman royal family could get so caught up in admiration and infatuation.…Meanwhile, as Ronan and Oscar went their separate ways, Gideon and Winter also got moving. Gideon wanted to meet Ronan because he was amazed by the latter's self-created Doombringer Knuckle. Compared to Oscar's Thundering Bruiser, his move was even more impressive. It was a seriously powerful fighting style. And Ronan mentioned it was still in its early stages and could improve for the better. Gideon didn't expect Ronan to teach him the Doombringer Knuckle, but he hoped they could chat about it. He figured it would help him a lot. "There he is!" The submarine—now a flying s
The battle between a god and a demon was undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime epic clash.Even Winter's eyes sparkled as she stared intently at the battlefield, afraid to miss a single thrilling moment."Attack!"Gideon clenched his fists. It was happening!Ronan's Doombringer Knuckle and Oscar's Thundering Bruiser were about to collide. Victory or defeat would hinge on this final move.In the distance, it looked as though the sky was being split in two.Their energies had reached an absolute peak. The radiance of their strikes lit up the sky, and energy surged uncontrollably. Snow-capped peaks crumbled one after another.With a boom, the two finally collided.In the next moment, both were blasted back, flying hundreds of yards apart.The aftershock of energy stirred up fierce winds, sweeping away countless layers of snow.Ronan and Oscar stood silently atop the snow-covered peaks, staring at each other from a distance without moving an inch. For a long moment, neither spoke.Th
Winter said, "Let's go. The Jaeger royal family runs deep. You may be powerful, but going into their territory alone is pretty unrealistic.""By the way," she continued, "do you have a grudge against the Jaegers?"Gideon nodded and then shook his head. "To be precise, I have a blood connection to them.""What?""My mother was a princess of the Jaeger royal family."Winter was stunned. She hadn't expected Gideon to have such a connection to the Jaegers."Let's go." He turned around. "I'll come back someday. When that day comes, I'll deal with the Jaeger royal family myself."Before he finished speaking, a thunderous explosion erupted in the distance.Gideon turned back.Far away, in the snowstorm and high above the sky, two figures clashed with each other, engaging in a fierce battle."They're so strong!" Winter was shocked.The terrifying impact of their clash could be felt even from such a distance. Those were unquestionably world-class experts.Gideon watched intently. He
"What's your plan?" Winter asked. "Should we look for Ajax and the others first?""No need." Gideon shook his head. "After so many days, I'm guessing they've already left. Besides, even though I can hold off the frenzy poison for half a month, who knows if it might suddenly act up? I can't risk going to the Jaeger royal family's territory right now."He was filled with regret.The Jaeger royal family was unfathomably powerful, and Oscar was there, too. With his unstable condition and the hidden dangers in his body, heading there rashly could lead to disaster.Moreover, he didn't have time to waste at the Jaeger royal family's grounds. Every moment counted in his search for a cure."Gideon, will you let me leave for a while? Don't worry. Once I've completed my mission, I'll definitely come back to find you. By then, whether you want to kill me or punish me, I'll accept it," Winter said."Are you going to finish your so-called mission?""Yes.""I think it's time for you to be hon