"If you embarrass yourself in front of Father later, don’t say I didn’t warn you," Justin said, then turned and left.In Justin’s opinion, Michael was nothing to worry about. Adrian, on the other hand, had caught his attention. He was surprised by how strong Adrian’s abilities were. It seemed that all the assassinations he had orchestrated were powerless in front of Adrian.As for Adrian, he quietly observed everything. The royal struggle was often frustrating and yet irresistibly captivating.Renee glanced apologetically at Adrian. "Sir Adrian, please don’t take it to heart. The palace is like this sometimes. Even if you don’t provoke anyone, there will always be someone who wants to kill you."It seemed as if Renee was trying to warn Adrian, but Adrian was already used to such things. He understood everything that was happening."Sir Adrian, don’t bother with people like him. I’ll go inside and recommend you to Father. But for now, please don’t mention the matter of the royal li
Renee was aiming for this very effect. She wanted her father to protect her.Justin’s expression darkened, and he said, “Father is right. Whoever dares to harm my sister is an enemy of Ciawales.”As Justin echoed his father’s words, everyone in the hall was stunned. They understood that Justin had been the one to send people after Renee. This was clearly a ruse.While everyone was puzzled, Justin made another shocking statement, “But Renee, don’t make a big deal of this. You’ve returned unharmed. It could’ve just been a bunch of small-time thieves. After all, you’re a precious flower, never exposed to the hardships of life. A little experience is a good thing.” He quickly shifted the story, perfectly reinterpreting the assassination attempt as a form of "training."The courtiers stared at Justin, secretly admiring his skill. He was truly adept at manipulating the narrative. Those who didn’t understand the situation might genuinely believe he was acting out of kindness.But Renee’s
“Good! Truly worthy of a young man full of vigor!" Basil fixed his gaze on Adrian. It was clear that he was waiting to see what shocking or outrageous request Adrian might make.Renee and Michael exchanged nervous glances. They immediately thought of Adrian’s likely request—to enter the royal library. If he spoke that aloud, there would be no way to resolve it. After all, the library was a forbidden area, something that was rarely mentioned. If Adrian asked for it, it would be seen as an impure request.Adrian smiled faintly. "I have no great demands. I’d be content with a place to stay here in Ciawales City."Basil, along with everyone else, was momentarily stunned. A place to stay? That seemed simple enough, something that anyone could have. For experts, it was an easy thing to obtain as these were mundane worldly matters. What exactly was Adrian trying to express? For a moment, no one could figure out his intentions.Suddenly, Basil smiled broadly. "Very well, I grant you a resi
The whole thing felt like a farce, quickly coming to an end. Everyone watched in surprise as Adrian seemed to become the biggest beneficiary of this court session.What was even more shocking was that Justin did not oppose any of it. Instead, he appeared to have accepted it with ease. This was not typical of Justin’s character.Renee and Michael exchanged confused glances. They noticed that Justin was staring at Adrian with a gleam in his eyes as if he had discovered a treasure.Adrian noticed this too but didn’t pay it much attention. He and Renee left the palace, having no interest in dealing with any further complications."Sir Adrian, your luck is really impressive. The Sixth Courtyard is an excellent place," Michael said, his eyes full of envy.Adrian responded calmly, "Oh? How so?"Adrian didn’t seem too moved. After all, a residence was just a place to settle down. Was it really because a celestial being had once lived there that it became so valuable? Adrian wasn’t convin
Swish, swish, swish!Not long after Renee and Michael left, the sharp sound of something being cut whistled through the air. It seemed like the approach of some kind of threat.Adrian glanced into the distance, his expression calm as he said lightly, "Come out. There's no need to skulk around." His tone was casual, and his demeanor unperturbed.The figures in hiding wasted no time. They struck without a word, hurling concealed weapons at Adrian in an attack that seemed astonishingly ferocious. The attackers clearly intended to kill Adrian. Their malicious intent was obvious, though their strength didn’t appear particularly fearsome.Faced with this situation, Adrian chuckled softly. "Did the one who sent you not bother to tell you about my strength?"The leader of the black-clad group glared at Adrian with hatred, his eyes filled with icy resolve. For him, the objective was clear: eliminate Adrian at all costs.Swish, swish, swish!The terrifying sounds of their attacks filled t
The shattering of the soul tablets signified that the individuals tied to them had met their ultimate demise. They had been obliterated with no way to come back.The middle-aged man’s face darkened as he muttered coldly, “Hmph, that celestial residence is destined to be mine.” He vanished from where he stood, disappearing without a trace. It was impossible to discern where he had gone, and the sight was utterly chilling.Meanwhile, Adrian retired to his room. The lodgings, though simple, appeared to have been regularly cleaned and maintained.'It's not too shabby,' he thought, sitting cross-legged and beginning to meditate. Any environment was the same as long as he could focus on his goals. Now more than ever, he knew he needed to remain diligent and meticulous. There was no room for carelessness or neglect.Ciawales was far from the fragile entity Adrian had initially imagined. He understood that if he wanted to control everything, he had to rise to the pinnacle of power. If he c
The attackers were no match for Adrian, and those who had come to assassinate him were now nowhere to be seen. This could only mean one thing: those who came to ambush and kill Adrian already went to hell.Renee couldn’t help but shiver. With Adrian, everything was far more terrifying and brutal than she had ever imagined. He was no saint. Anyone who tried to kill him would inevitably face a horrific outcome. After all, his strength spoke for itself.Adrian was like a god of death. Anyone who tried to approach him would have to pay a terrifying price. Adrian knew some things were far more complex than they appeared on the surface, and he made sure that everyone around him understood this reality.Boom!A terrifying vibration suddenly rang out across Ciawales City. Everyone was startled, and Renee was shocked as well. What was going on?"What’s happening? This is the capital city. Who dares to cause trouble?" Renee wondered, her face filled with astonishment.Whoosh, whoosh, whoos
Adrian's eyes narrowed. The power of Ciawales' ancestor was something he couldn't see through. There was a faint aura around the ancestor that suggested he had surpassed the Fusion Stage. Adrian speculated that the ancestor might even have reached the Void Stage or even the terrifying Multiply Stage.‘Ciawales is truly not as simple as it seems,’ Adrian thought in surprise. When he first approached this area, he clearly felt that the surroundings were not ordinary. It seemed that this place was filled with hidden talents."Hahaha! Floyd Wagner you old fool, you’re still alive. Looks like you’ve broken through the Fusion Stage." Barry, the expert from Primeria, sneered."The Ancestor is here. This guy is as good as dead!" Renee’s eyes blazed with fury.Being provoked and having the confrontation brought to your doorstep was enough to make anyone seethe with anger, and Renee was naturally indignant too.Adrian’s expression turned grim. "Such arrogance… This probably isn’t as simple
Adrian was surprised at the unexpected situation. He scanned his surroundings but realized the courtyard had returned to its usual state. Everything seemed peaceful, without a ripple. However, Adrian refused to believe it. His intuition had been right, or he would not have sensed it.Adrian’s eyes glinted as he questioned, “Who’s there? Show yourself and stop playing tricks on me.”Then, he waved, unleashing a violent power wave that spread throughout the area. The world seemed to tremble as if it would suddenly shatter. It was a startling sight.However, the courtyard remained eerily calm. Despite the explosive energy, nothing changed. No unusual fluctuations were detected, and the place seemed undisturbed.To Adrian, it was nothing more than a simple exercise. The power he released did not cause a disturbance or reveal any anomalies.Soon after, he sat cross-legged and continued to meditate. He suspected what he felt earlier had been a mere illusion. Still, the more he thought a
Michael was astonished by the unexpected comfort he felt, alongside the strange memories that didn’t belong to him. The images, the training methods in those memories… They were all foreign to him, yet they felt so real.He looked at Adrian, his eyes filled with excitement and gratitude. "How can I thank you, Sir Adrian? This training method you gave me is something I’ve never heard of or seen before. I can’t believe such a powerful technique exists."Michael was utterly shocked. He couldn’t find the words to express his astonishment. All he could do was stare at Adrian, completely overwhelmed.Adrian smiled. "Don’t mention it. You’re safe now, and you understand my purpose. So, we’re just helping each other out." His tone was calm and nonchalant as if it was something as simple as handing over a tool. To him, it was indeed nothing, just a simple gesture.Michael looked at Adrian with even greater gratitude, his eyes filled with so much emotion that he couldn’t even speak.Renee w
Renee’s words clearly reflected her concern for Michael. She feared that if he encountered people from Primeria, it could be an extremely dangerous situation.Michael smiled. "Don’t worry, Renee. Your brother isn’t a fool. Those people may have powerful physiques, but I certainly won’t engage them in close combat."In this spiritual realm, it was soul power that mattered most. No matter how strong their bodies were, if they couldn’t engage in close combat, it would be of no use."Okay," Renee replied.Knowing that Michael had already made up his mind, the only thing Renee could do now was to relax and let things unfold. There was no point in saying more as it would not change anything. Saying too much would only be futile.Adrian listened quietly, his eyes filled with surprise. The people of Primeria were physically strong? That sounded a bit astonishing to him. After all, enhancing one’s physical strength wasn’t something that could be done easily, especially in this world where
Michael smiled faintly and said, "Don’t worry, Renee. Although my strength isn’t great, anyone who wants to kill me will have to see if they’re strong enough."Michael’s strength was considerable, and at this moment, he was very clear about what he intended to do next. He had his thoughts and plans.Renee showed a hint of helplessness. She knew that if Michael said this, then he must have made up his mind. There was no point in saying more as it would only be futile.Looking at him, she said helplessly, "Since you’ve made up your mind, I won’t stop you. I just hope you stay safe wherever you go. And don’t do anything reckless. If there’s any danger, make sure to retreat. Besides, Primeria hasn’t even decided where to send their troops from, so you don’t need to rush into things.”Michael smiled. "I believe it’ll be soon."Thud, thud, thud…Just as he finished speaking, hurried footsteps sounded from outside. One of Michael’s subordinates rushed in, looking extremely flustered.M
Adrian smiled and said, "I’m fine. It was just some people who didn’t know their place. Nothing important really." There was no trace of concern in his expression like it was something trivial.Michael looked surprised. Although Adrian spoke casually, Michael knew that the man before him was incredibly formidable. Last night must not have been calm. There must have been a bloody battle, or Adrian wouldn’t have spoken so lightly.In Ciawales City, dangers lurked in every corner. And now, another danger had appeared—Primeria’s forces were coming. What would happen next was unknown to everyone. The atmosphere was filled with tension as if everyone was waiting for something. The royal princes each harbored their own plans. A national disaster presented an opportunity. After all, as princes, their significance would be entirely different if they had military achievements. They were well aware of what they could do. If they gained the king’s favor and contributed to Ciawales, their posit
The situation in Ciawales was dangerous. If they weren’t careful, Primeria could take advantage of the situation.Looking at the ministers before him, Basil said, "What are the best strategies? Gentlemen? At this point, we should be receiving news from the borders soon.”Upon hearing this, many of the ministers lowered their heads and didn’t dare to speak up. After all, some of them had no real power. They were only in their positions because of their family’s influence in the court. Their strength was limited, so they chose to remain silent, fearing that Basil would send them to fight. If they were to face Primeria’s forces in a life-and-death struggle, it would probably be death for them."Your Majesty, I humbly request that you send troops to march on Primeria. They have gone too far. We must defeat them and make them flee. Thirty years ago, Ciawales commanded respect, and thirty years later, we will make them fear us again and force them to surrender," an elderly minister spoke
For a moment, everyone was stunned. They didn’t understand what was happening. Was Floyd really gravely injured, or was this just Jensen trying to undermine Ciawales?In the air, two figures were seen rushing away, seemingly in a hurry. During the previous shockwave, Floyd had gained the upper hand, which was why the attackers had to flee in disgrace.A hint of joy appeared in Renee’s eyes. “Those dogs thought Ancestor Floyd was done for? They didn’t expect to have to leave in such a miserable state. Serves them right!"Hearing this, Adrian smiled. As if he could sense some clues, though he wasn’t completely sure, since he hadn’t personally assessed Floyd’s condition. However, he could sense Floyd’s overwhelming aura when he attacked. There was an underlying, fearless air about him.But in the end, Floyd had let the two attackers go. This was surprising. One would have expected them to be killed after such provocation. It implied that Floyd had some unresolved issues.Calm quickly
The clash seemed to last only for a few exchanges, lasting only a few seconds. But to Adrian, it felt as though the two had fought thousands of rounds. Yet, no clear winner had emerged, and the violent energy continued to explode outward.Bam, bam, bam!"I didn’t expect you to make a breakthrough, old geezer," came a much older voice from Barry’s mouth which was not his.This statement immediately shocked everyone. "Has Primeria’s ancestor made a breakthrough? Is that why he dares to provoke our kingdom?" someone suddenly exclaimed.The speculation was clear, and everyone froze in place. Nobody had expected the situation to be like this. If that were the case, it would truly signal a massive storm between the two great nations. After all, Primeria had surrendered in the past, and it was said that the main reason for their capitulation was that their ancestor’s strength had fallen behind.It was rumored that Primeria’s ancestor had been stuck at a bottleneck, which had led them to
Adrian's eyes narrowed. The power of Ciawales' ancestor was something he couldn't see through. There was a faint aura around the ancestor that suggested he had surpassed the Fusion Stage. Adrian speculated that the ancestor might even have reached the Void Stage or even the terrifying Multiply Stage.‘Ciawales is truly not as simple as it seems,’ Adrian thought in surprise. When he first approached this area, he clearly felt that the surroundings were not ordinary. It seemed that this place was filled with hidden talents."Hahaha! Floyd Wagner you old fool, you’re still alive. Looks like you’ve broken through the Fusion Stage." Barry, the expert from Primeria, sneered."The Ancestor is here. This guy is as good as dead!" Renee’s eyes blazed with fury.Being provoked and having the confrontation brought to your doorstep was enough to make anyone seethe with anger, and Renee was naturally indignant too.Adrian’s expression turned grim. "Such arrogance… This probably isn’t as simple