It was too dazzling. For a brief moment, everyone's vision went white.The three dragons charging forward were instantly reduced to nothing. They disintegrated within the radiant brilliance of that single punch."Draco, come on! Let me see the true level of your physique!""You won't be disappointed."The two clashed once again. Every punch exploded with raw power, making the royal family members watching shudder.They were certain that if Gideon or Draco landed a single punch on them, their bodies would be obliterated, leaving no trace behind. That was how much of a power gap they had.Sean, Felix, Evan, and the others were filled with jealousy, envy, and resentment."Tyrant Fist! I alone reign supreme above all beings! Gideon, you're not good enough!" Draco's hair stood on end. He wanted to end this quickly. Behind him, countless dragons coiled and surged. This was his ultimate move.In contrast, Gideon suddenly withdrew his entire energy. Even the blazing sun behind him vani
"Draco!" Tiberius cried out and rushed forward.Inside the massive crater, Draco was covered in blood. His battle armor was in shambles, his bones shattered in dozens of places, and his internal organs were severely damaged. The final clash had drained Draco of every last ounce of strength and energy. At that moment, he didn't even have the strength to lift a finger."Draco!" Tiberius' eyes were bloodshot. "Gideon! How dare you hurt Draco? I'll kill you!"Gideon's expression remained calm. He stood tall in the center of the battlefield. His clothes were tattered, but his posture remained straight and unwavering. He exuded a majestic energy.Tiberius roared, but he didn't dare make a move. Even Draco, who had mastered the Tyrant Dragon Physique, had been defeated. What chance did he stand against Gideon?"That should be about time. The first round of the team battles should be over."Gideon turned to look at Brent Knight, the grand elder of the Foxhall royal family and the host
Yesterday, as the host, the Foxhall royal family spared no expense, distributing a substantial amount of rare medicinal treasures to the other royal families to aid in their recovery.Today, everyone's injuries had stabilized. However, their expressions were grim."Draco, are you alright?""I'm fine." Draco sat upright, his face impassive.There was no trace of emotion—no way to tell what he was thinking. It was as if nothing had happened yesterday."I've only been practicing the Tyrant Dragon Physique for three months. I haven't fully mastered it yet. Gideon must have perfected his Solar Titan Physique long ago."My defeat was inevitable. Once I gain complete control over my Tyrant Dragon Physique and push its limits further, defeating Gideon won't be a problem.""It's good that you see it that way, Draco." Tiberius let out a breath of relief before shifting his gaze toward the high platform. "I wonder what the championship prize will be this year."Each royal family contribut
Gideon felt both excited and had high expectations. The eight major royal families wouldn't offer anything subpar. There was a high chance the prizes would include supreme techniques or precious medicinal treasures.Everyone else was just as eager.Eight tables stood before them, each representing a royal family's contribution. Every item was covered with a red cloth, hiding its identity.Gideon first chose the Jaeger royal family's offering.As he lifted the red cloth, a rich medicinal fragrance instantly spread through the air. As expected, it was a top-tier medicinal herb. It was extremely rare, and it was worth a fortune.Callan stood up and introduced, "This is the vermilion fruit. It's a medical herb unique to the Jaeger royal family. It's incredibly difficult to plant and only bears fruit once every three years."Gideon was stunned. A fruit that took three years to mature was truly precious."Gideon, the vermilion fruit is a supreme fire-attribute herb. It's perfectly com
Ralphael exclaimed, "Marquess Keagan, what are you saying? We've all displayed our treasures, yet you're presenting a broken sword as something valuable. Isn't this unfair to us?" James agreed.Keagan replied, "Listen, everyone. This broken sword is extraordinary. You all sensed it earlier—it carries the energy of a blade!""We are all well-informed here. There's no need to explain what the energy of a blade signifies. This broken sword must have once been an unparalleled and precious weapon." "Despite its broken state, it still exudes tremendous power."Gideon gently touched the broken sword, feeling its icy coldness penetrate to his core. A sword with such an energy, even in its broken form, was indeed a rare and valuable treasure. Additionally, he was skilled in swordsmanship. With this broken sword, he could amplify his power beyond its limits."Your Grace, I am truly fond of this sword. If we can acquire valuable materials in the future and use them to restore it, it wil
"Gideon!" Jameson's eyes widened with shock. "Are you certain it's him?""There's no doubt," the response came. "The internal investigation at Goldspire confirmed it was Gideon who killed Graham."Jameson's gaze fell. His eyes were now burning with even more intense determination.Sean cautioned, "Jameson, it looks like you and Gideon are headed for a deadly confrontation. But you must proceed with utmost caution and avoid rash decisions. The Quin family might not be able to intervene. "Gideon isn't acting alone. He has a formidable backing. Even the Chapman royal family suffered a significant defeat and lost many soldiers!"Jameson replied, "There's no need for the Quin royal family to get involved. The Crosby family is capable of handling Gideon!" Sean's eyes gleamed with thought, and after a pause, he advised, "If you're planning to move, do so quickly. Gideon's movements are elusive, making him hard to track."Jameson asked, "What do you propose?" "Wait until Gideon leav
That night, Gideon and Keagan, along with a few others, were enjoying drinks and conversation. Earlier that day, Keagan had successfully negotiated numerous benefits and resources, putting him in high spirits.Meanwhile, the other royal families had departed, feeling too embarrassed to stay after the Martial Arts Tournament. "Mr. Snow, I'm a man of straightforwardness and prefer not to mince words. Your assistance has been invaluable. A few rare herbs and a broken sword are hardly sufficient to express our gratitude. "I assure you once more. You will always be an honored guest of my family, and should you ever require anything within my power, I will not refuse.""Thank you, Your Grace." They clinked their glasses and downed their drinks in one go.Gideon asked, "Marquess Keagan, do you recall our conversation in Goldspire?"Keagan's expression shifted slightly as he set his wine glass down. "Are you referring to the plan to attack the Spirale Clan and needing assistance fr
The Wasteland, the second-largest of Dasovia's Nine Provinces, was surpassed only by the expansive Dalhurst. Yet, in terms of resources, it was the richest among them all. The ancient land was home to countless resource treasures and many ancient ethnic groups.The Crosby family was one of these groups. Among these ancient ethnic groups, the Crosby family was considered top-tier. The Wasteland was divided into four main regions—east, south, west, and north. Within the Oriville region, the Crosby family was one of the three Ancient Clans. The Crosbys had held dominance over Oriville for many years. Even the imperial court, when seeking to mine resources in Oriville, would not dare cross the Crosbys. That demonstrated the deep-rooted power and influence of the Crosby family. Today, the Crosby family had initiated a rebellion. Jameson had been disgraced publicly, and the person responsible was also the murderer of Graham.Even though Graham had been away from the family for many y
The High Marshal title worked like a charm.The mayor of this city, Bailey Pearce, personally welcomed Gideon and his group into his residence with great enthusiasm and utmost respect.After all, news of Gideon storming Cook Manor and carrying the Imperial Token had already spread through every level of government across the Nine Provinces. Who would dare provoke the High Marshal?"Marshal Snow, what brings you to the Wasteland? Are you here to scout for resource troves? If so, I'd be happy to guide you myself.""There's no need for that. I'm here for information on Nethercult."Bailey was visibly startled. "Marshal Snow, Nethercult is one of the three major powers in the northern region. They're no joke."Gideon gave a cold snort. "I'm here to kill their cult leader. If Nethercult's disciples know what's good for them, they'll be put to work mining resources. If they don't, then I'll wipe them all out."Bailey broke out in a cold sweat.So, the rumors were true. Gideon was like
Attwell was already a Supreme.And judging by his energy, he wasn't just any Supreme, but a peak Supreme. He was probably even stronger than Pope of Light and Yohan. No one expected Attwell to have reached this level.Edric and Jandial immediately backed off."Attwell, we meant nothing by it. Don't act on impulse. Alfsee's our grandnephew. We will never hurt him.""Yeah, Attwell. I was out of line earlier. That's on me."Attwell gave a cold snort and reined in his energy. Only then did the two finally breathe easy."It's really not that big a deal." Attwell shook his head and said calmly, "I know the location of several S-class dragon veins in Dasovia. There's one right here in the Wasteland. If I wanted to, I could subdue it. With the power of an S-class dragon vein, I could go head-to-head with him."But what's the point? Fame, fortune, power—none of it means anything to me. Life is short. I might as well live it relaxed and comfortably."Edric and Jandial were deeply shaken.
"Forget everything else. When it comes to familial ties, I'm your uncle. No matter how you look at it, you should come out and see me," Jandial exclaimed.That seemed to work. Inside the bamboo house, a presence stirred.Moments later, a handsome middle-aged man stepped out, dressed in rough linen clothes, long hair loosely draped over his back, yet still carrying an unmistakable noble air."Attwell…""Things have changed. I'm no longer a prince. I'm just Attwell."Edric and Jandial exchanged glances, then said, "Attwell, don't get the wrong idea. We're not using Alfsee to threaten you."Attwell smiled. "I've let go of all that. Alfsee might be my son, but he holds no sway over me. He has his own path—whether he lives or dies has got little to do with me."That caught Edric and Jandial off guard.Watching Attwell watering the flowers, they realized they couldn't read him anymore. Atwell really might have let go of everything and returned to simplicity."Attwell, this is a rare
A visit to the Nethercult in the northern Wasteland—perfect. It was basically a free pass to wipe out Nethercult.Gideon's killing intent surged.Jessica said, "Marshal Snow, should I talk to my father and arrange for a troop to assist you?""There's no need for that. If I wanted, I could contact Samson and have the Dragon's Aegis flatten Nethercult. But that would put Elara's life at risk. I'll pay the Nethercult a visit myself. I want to see what kind of stunt Tristan is trying to pull.""Marshal Snow, it's too dangerous. Tristan definitely has something planned. He wouldn't be bold enough to let you walk into Nethercult otherwise.""It's fine." Gideon wasn't afraid.He already had the confidence to take on a supreme. Even if Tristan had brought backup, it didn't matter."Gideon." At that moment, Ronan and Noel arrived."Mr. Foley, I didn't expect to see you here."Ronan laughed. "I was actually there the day you were appointed. Back then I was trying to guess who the new Hig
"Supreme core, huh?" Gideon muttered, the corner of his mouth lifting. "Interesting. I'm intrigued.""Die!" Tristan screamed hysterically.Gideon rapidly retreated—not out of fear, but to create distance, preparing a devastating killer move.Suddenly, a violent wind howled, spreading intense heat. The temperature in the area shot up.At that moment, firelight flickered in both of Gideon's hands. The left one glowed bright red—it was the Earthcore Flame. The flame on the right shimmered eerie green—it was the netherflame.Then, he brought both hands together.The two heavenly flames began to fuse, though they resisted each other, violently clashing under the pressure. The moment the seal was lifted, the explosion would be unimaginable.But that wasn't enough.Gideon opened his mouth and breathed out streams of core power, merging into the flames. The nation's destiny surged into it as well.The buildup of energy already roared in the void.The seawater beneath Gideon's feet spl
"Proceed!" The word rippled through the skies.From Imperial Palace, it shot out, passed through the High Marshal Seal, and transmitted over Tyrant Sea—stirring it to a boil, shaking the whole place.A dragon's cry echoed through the void from the seal.Next, a mysterious force poured out from the seal, flooding into Gideon's body, lifting him as if to the summit in one step. A commanding, Supreme energy surged from within."This is bad!" Tristan's expression changed.At this moment, Chase had approved Gideon's request. Empowered, Gideon's strength skyrocketed as though he had instantly leapt to the supreme level."Damn it!" Tristan clenched his teeth.He didn't want to back down, but he had no choice. He had to avoid a head-on clash."Are you trying to run away?" Gideon sneered.Now, he was invincible. Tristan was just a weakling—a bug. There was nothing more to him."Tyrant Sea, rise." Gideon raised both arms. The seawater grew wild and furious, surging hundreds of yards int
The broken blade condensed the force of the blade itself."The great Marshal Snow is using a broken blade? How pathetic! My ghost blade was forged over three years, infused with countless rare materials. It's indestructible," Tristan boasted, laughing."If the man's weak, the weapon doesn't matter."Gideon's casual jab left Tristan speechless, his face flushed with shame."A smart aleck, I see. Die!"Just like that, a black blade arc came down.Gideon stayed calm, swung the broken blade, and a white arc of energy shot upward.The black and white blades clashed and shattered on impact.Tristan's next move followed immediately. "The eighth style of the 13 Ghost Blades! Nether's Pass!"The strike carried a chilling gale. The sound of wailing ghosts and howling spirits echoed.As it neared, Gideon noticed countless skulls swirling in the wind. They were only shadows, but enough to make one's scalp crawl. They were clawing and snarling, like demons escaping from hell."Those are p
"Bitch!" The three men were furious and humiliated.As Nethercult guardians, being injured by a woman was unthinkable!"Nethervoid Hands."They moved together, and an intimidating hand seal came crashing down.Noel was just about to step in when suddenly, Elara stepped forward, facing the incoming attack head-on without a trace of fear. Pure essence energy erupted from her, causing the surface of the sea to freeze."Ice Soul Palm." A cold gleam flashed in Elara's eyes as she slammed her palm forward, clashing with the hand seal in a massive explosion.The three guardians were sent flying.Elara also coughed up blood and was knocked back into the floating palace."Elara!" Jessica panicked and rushed in, helping Elara up."I'm fine." Elara then wiped the blood from her lips and closed the palace gates.Her physique was strong, but her cultivation level wasn't high enough. If it got serious, she couldn't match the three guardians.Still, that brief clash had been her first rea
Gideon and Tristan clashed fists and were blown backward.Gideon's whole body went numb. He thought to himself, "Anyone who's remotely close to the word 'supreme' is no joke."Tristan, meanwhile, was shaken to his core. The moment their fists met, a massive force surged through his arm.If he hadn't reacted in time to deflect the impact, his body would've taken serious damage. Even so, his right arm was almost completely numb now.His long sleeves covered it so no one could see the trembling."No wonder it's called the Solar Titan Physique. It's one of the top-tier physiques. Now I see why.""That was nothing. Watch out, Mr. Neblanc. I'm about to turn it up." Gideon laughed loudly, battle intent soaring.He launched a full-on attack.It was not a secret technique. Instead, it was just pure close-quarters combat.That put Tristan in a tough spot. Just one exchange had already left him at a disadvantage. If they kept going toe-to-toe, there was a real risk he would get injured an