The old man's anger flared. “Boy, don’t think you’re the only one with special techniques. My power is beyond your comprehension.” His voice dripped with arrogance, fully convinced that Adrian was just an insect to be crushed.Adrian’s expression remained cold. “Old man, there's no need to get so worked up. Don’t worry. I’ll send you to the underworld soon enough.”In the blood-red space, Adrian unleashed a punch that shattered everything in its path. A blinding flash of crimson light erupted as his strike hit the old man's skeletal frame. His bones trembled, and with a loud crack, a small fragment broke off. Though it was just a tiny piece, the old man’s soul flame flickered as if that skeletal frame was his most prized possession.Adrian smirked. “So, this skeleton isn’t just a puppet. It’s your real body, isn’t it? If I crush it, I doubt you’ll last much longer, old man.”The elder's expression twisted with fury. “Stop spouting nonsense!” He was visibly flustered, rattled by Adr
“Boy, if you spare me, I can offer you a valuable treasure,” the old man suddenly proposed, hinting at a compromise. It seemed he was beginning to reconsider his position, sensing that Adrian was intent on wearing him down until he fell. Despite his experience, the old man could see through Adrian’s intentions.Adrian recognized that the old man wanted to end this prolonged fight. The longer it continued, the more the old man feared for his life, which he valued above all else. For someone like him, survival was paramount.A trace of a cold smile crossed Adrian’s face as he regarded the old man. ‘Old fool, do you really think I’d let you leave so easily? There’s no way I’d make it that simple,’ he thought.To Adrian, absorbing the elder’s soul power would only make him stronger. Letting him go was out of the question.“Since you’re offering, I suppose I’ll take you up on it,” Adrian said, feigning agreement. The power in the space around them seemed to loosen, and the old man’s eye
Adrian’s expression remained icy as the blood-red Soul Devouring Sword in his hand trembled with unrestrained energy. He was determined to unleash everything he had to finish this battle. There was no way he would let the old man before him escape.The power in Adrian’s hand shuddered in the void, and runic symbols spread around them, forming an array as he continued to clash with the elder. Setting up formations while fighting was his usual strategy.As Adrian gathered terrifying energy, the elder began to sense something was amiss. Observing the shifting space, he felt an unsettling change in his surroundings, though he couldn’t pinpoint what was happening. An increasing sense of apprehension crept over him.‘What is this kid doing?’ he wondered, watching Adrian’s power radiate. His suspicion grew with each passing moment.Adrian’s face remained stoic and cold. He knew exactly what he was doing. In the distance, Tyron and the others observed flashes of blue light illuminating the
Swallowston, the biggest city in Navia.Something astounding happened.A private cruise ship appeared on the horizon of the Swallowston Sea. Hundreds of fighter jets escorted the ship from the air while an aircraft carrier sailed behind it. Cars pulled over and onlookers were stopped behind a yellow line. All to open up a path for a legend.The person was rumored to be a bigshot, the protector of Swallowston, bearing the title of “War Legate.”“Welcome back, War Legate!” a roar came from the pier where ten thousand soldiers were lined up, looking in high spirits.A young man disembarked from the ship. He looked majestic with his head held high. He had an air of confidence that could change the mood of wherever he went and seemed unbeatable.The man was a legend in the military and a hero of the country. He was given the title of “War Legate” and was only second to one other person. He founded the Blood Corps which was sharp as a sword and was undefeatable. This man was a legend
“What? The war legate is coming?” Everyone’s eyes grew wide upon hearing the news.“Wilfred, who is this war legate? Was he the one…” Leonard was in awe.There was only one person who held that title in all of Navia—the leader of the Blood Corps. There was no other like him.The entire city of Swallowston had to accommodate the man’s every move today.“Who else? Of course, it’s the Bellum Legate who had a ten thousand soldier-strong blockade today.”“Heavens, he’s coming to our home?”“Grandfather is so famous that even the legate is coming to see him?”The legate was well-known among the citizens, but few had ever seen him.“The gods are smiling upon our family.” Harold raised his hands. “Ever since Henry’s death, our family has been blessed with wave after wave of prosperity. Even the legate is coming to celebrate my birthday!”Everyone present was excited. What had they done to deserve attention from the legate?The Xanders were overjoyed.***“Father, the legate is almos
After saying that, Adrian left Xander Manor with his mother and sister.There was no reason for him to stay any longer.***Once they left, Cecelia said, “He thinks he’s so important after having been in the army for only seven years? He thinks he can tear down our family? What a joke.”Everyone burst out laughing.“Wilfred, can you find out when the legate will be arriving?” Harold put the matter aside and asked his son.“Yes, Father.” Wilfred nodded, then quickly called the person who had contacted him earlier.The Xanders started getting ready. The women put on makeup so they could present their best selves to the legate.After some time, Wildred turned to his father awkwardly. “Father, they said that he was here and just left.”“What?” Harold was worried.He came and left? Why?He turned to look at them and anxiously asked, “Did you see anyone come in?”“No one else other than Adrian.” Everyone shrugged.Harold took a deep breath. Did he miss his chance for a big break?
The two men said that Samantha and someone named Mr. Devin were spending time alone in her office. But from what Rue said, Samantha was a loyal woman.Why would a woman like that do what she was doing? Was there some sort of misunderstanding?Adrian went up to the office.***CEO’s office, the Bailar Group.A beautiful woman sat in the office. She had long hair and a nice figure. She was elegant and had a pair of long, slender legs that were crossed under the desk.That was Samantha Cowell.Her company had been kicked out of the Alyanz Chamber of Commerce because of sabotage from competitors, and she was accused of wrongdoing. To avoid going to jail, she was forced to give her company away.That night was her last night at the office. Years of hard work were going to disappear, so she was feeling upset.“Samantha, have you signed the agreement?”The door of her office opened and a middle-aged man walked in. He smiled and asked her after walking in.The man was Devin Williams,
Adrian hung up and sat down to wait.After Devin heard what Adrian said, he chuckled. He knew that Daniel was a big shot in Swallowston and that he was the general who worked under the legate. That meant that if he stomped his feet, the city would shake.Devin thought that Adrian was just pretending to call Daniel. It was probably a fake number.“Hahaha! Henry was a genius. Too bad his son isn’t.” Devin continued to laugh.He knew very well what happened to the Xanders since he was a local of Swallowston.Devin said, “Sure, I’ll wait with you. I’d like to see if you can really bring Daniel Summers here.”He then sat down on the couch, lit another cigarette, and crossed his legs.Adrian ignored him and closed his eyes to rest.Within ten minutes, just as Devin was arrogantly enjoying his cigarette, the door of the office was kicked open again and Daniel, who was in uniform, walked in. Devin was shocked.Behind Daniel was the richest man in Swallowston, Damien Holland, owner of