Darryl seemed unfazed by her imploring tactics and appeared to be at ease.He had always had a favorable view of Sandra. He did not want to pursue the matter because she had asked for that personally. He leaned back on his chair, cracking his neck. "Damn, I'd be a real *sshole to turn you down, wouldn't I? Well, I didn't sleep too well last night, I think. My neck seems to be a little stiff."My legs ache quite a bit, too. It'd be nice if someone could give me a massage, don't you think?"As the words rang through the air, Sandra's cheeks flushed red as she squirmed with discomfort.Did Derrick mean that he wanted her to massage him?She was still among the most esteemed disciples of the Heavenly Dragon Sect, and she maintained her purity. How embarrassing would that be if word got out that she gave a man a massage in front of all those people?At the same time, Ronny's expression shifted as well. He stared intently at Darryl, furious but not daring to utter a word.F*ck!'Sand
Even though she knew he was trying to mess with her, she would have to control her rage in those circumstances. On top of that, she could not express what she truly felt either.Sandra knew that if she were honest about only agreeing because she was trying to help Ronny, that man might just ask for even more.So, she would just have to hold back.Darryl backed down immediately. Since Sandra had said that, he smiled and nodded. "Well, since you are so kind to insist, Miss Swanson, I won't say no."As he spoke, he sat pompously on his chair, getting into a more comfortable position.Sandra did not bother wasting any more words either. She hurried to stand behind Darryl, biting her lip as she stretched a hand to begin slowly rubbing behind his neck.Whew!Sensing the strength from her slender fingers, Darryl closed his eyes in contentment as he let out a breath.That felt amazing.What made him feel better was that Sandra was just like Gigi, whom he had just met as well. Both arr
Darryl was not done. He took a sip from his teacup and said, "Miss Swanson. I'm only forgiving him this once and only because of you."I'm sure you know your junior brother's temper better than mine. After he's woken up, tell him that if he abuses his power to bully people again in the future or disrespects me one more time, he won't be as lucky as he was today. Got it?"Darryl was smiling as he spoke, but his eyes shone brightly.Indeed, Darryl had meant everything he had said. If it had not been for Sandra's presence, there was no way Darryl would have forgiven Ronny. He would have at least taken Ronny's powers away.Whew…Sandra's heart raced with panic as she met Darryl's eyes.Derrick's gaze was razor-sharp.He was much more than a man who knew a little about medicine. With a gaze like that, could he be someone with hidden power—much more than a good-for-nothing?Sandra had believed the man in front of him to be the Stanford family's son-in-law, the town's gambling addict,
Sandra's eyebrows shot up at the enigmatic expression on Darryl's face, but she refrained from asking too many questions and hastily stowed the box before following him.The entire way, Darryl walked ahead while taking in the view before him with an expression of ease.Sandra held the box behind him. Her expression was nothing but sour and worried. The two made for a sharp contrast.Quickly enough, they reached the first floor of the Pill Tower."Sect Master!"Sofia was in the middle of talking to someone, and her face lit up at the sight of Darryl returning as she rushed forward to welcome him. "You're back."As she spoke, Sofia looked warily behind herself.A breathtaking figure with exquisite features sat on the chair inside. It was Gigi, whom Darryl had met at the hot spring the previous day.The Pill Tower had strict rules, and no one could enter without permission— not even the Palace Master, let alone Gigi.However, Sofia and Gigi were good friends. Gigi was closer than
Gigi's face quickly lost any sign of arrogance as she grinned affectionately and spoke. Gigi and Sandra became close friends after Gigi met Sandra while traveling the world two years prior.Gigi had only intended to check out the new pill-making rooms when she visited the Pill Tower. She never thought she would bump into Sandra."Sister Gigi…"At the sight of Gigi, Sandra was delighted as well. She strode over quickly, clasping Gigi's hands in her own. Sandra had been feeling pretty down just before that, but her mood instantly brightened at the sight of Gigi.F*ck me...Darryl scratched his head. What was happening? How were those two women so close?Gigi had utterly forgotten that Darryl was there. It was as if she had just run into a family member. She sat Sandra down on a chair and began to chat with her.A thought seemed to come to Gigi a while later as she smiled at Sandra. "I heard the Heavenly Dragon Sect found some pills and sent some people here today to have them chec
Quickly enough, they reached the pill-making room.Darryl retrieved a pill from the box, smiling at Sandra as he asked, "Did your master tell you what those pills were or what they were used for before you came here?"Sandra gave it some thought and said, "My master said they were the Black Power Pills. It could double one's power within an hour of consumption."'Yes!'Darryl nodded. The Black Power Pill was known as the Divine Power Pill in the Nine Mainland. Both had the same effect and probably had similar formulas to make them as well.Darryl turned to address Sofia. "Get me a few ingredients and herbs, Sofia."As he spoke, Darryl listed out the things he needed in detail."Alright, Sect Master!"Sofia grinned before rushing off to prepare them.What…Sandra and Gigi stopped short. They seemed to realize something, and their gazes shone with shock.Did he want to make those pills on the spot?Amidst her shock, Gigi asked, "Are you going to make the pills? The pills in t
Sandra, who was at the side, trembled. 'He really knows how to produce elixir? That's not right. Isn't he just a gambler? At most, he knew a little medical skill. How could he know the prescription to a long-lost elixir?'"You—" Finally, Gigi regained her senses. She could not help but ask Darryl, "What elixir are you producing?"Even though Darryl looked skillful, he was way too relaxed. He smiled and pointed at the elixir in Sandra's hand. "A Black Power Pill. I already told you, the ones she had are all useless. I'm producing one right now to show you the real thing."'Bullsh*t!' Gigi's lips twitched when she saw Darryl's confidence.Just then, a loud vibration sounded from the elixir cauldron. Gigi and Sandra were so started that they took a step back. They thought the elixir cauldron was about to explode.Sofia giggled as she observed their reactions. "There is nothing to be concerned about, Gigi. That's the air pressure reaction caused by the elixir cauldron's high temperatu
Gigi stomped her feet anxiously as Sandra swallowed the Black Power Pill. Since there was nothing else she could do, she just had to wait for the effect.Sofia was anticipating it as well. On the contrary, Darryl was just standing there, looking very relaxed. Five minutes went by very quickly. Gigi could not wait any longer. She was certain that the elixir Darryl produced was a fake. However, Sandra suddenly looked very excited."Gigi!" Sandra grabbed Gigi's hand excitingly. She was almost screaming in joy. "The elixir works! My power had increased by a level. It really is the Black Power Pill."Due to her excitement, her voice trembled, and her face blushed. She looked so alluring.'It works?' Gigi was stunned to see how excited Sandra was. She could feel that Sandra's internal energy was stronger, and Sandra was more energetic. She thought that Darryl was fooling them by simply producing two elixirs. She could not believe that Darryl had produced the Black Power Pill, and he ha