The Almighty Dominance

Chapter 457: Chapter 483 Wang Hu Confirms His Love

Xiao Hong felt that something was suspicious. She was ambiguous, certainly having committed a serious mistake. Wang Hu should not be dragged into it. Wang Hu nodded; he thought the same.

Bai Fanglan was both ashamed and angry, almost to the point of bursting with rage. But she couldn’t leave in a huff and kneeled before him, choking up, "What’s the point in discussing past events? I promise this will be the last time I trouble you. Please don’t be so heartless; consider the child we lost..."

Xiao Hong interrupted her, "Hasn’t Wang Hu compensated you? Everything has a limit. Once it’s too much, it’s fake. You’re not disabled. You’re healthy, young, and have a college education. What’s so difficult about finding a job? You simply don’t want to work hard yourself and want easy money, but how is that possible?"

"Shut up," Bai Fanglan shouted angrily, "Who asked you to mind our business? Matters between Wang Hu and me are not yours to interfere with!"

Xiao Hong slightly frowned and became silent.

Wang Hu said, "Xiao Hong is right; I won’t help you find a job. If you want to kneel, you can just keep kneeling."

After saying this, he took Xiao Hong’s hand and walked away quickly. Xiao Hong’s entire arm felt stiff, and turning back, she glanced at Bai Fanglan left crying on the spot, then at Wang Hu.

Wang Hu chuckled, "Stop looking. No matter what happens to that woman, I won’t care."

"Hmm, but you’re still holding my hand."

"Is it wrong for me to hold your hand?"

Xiao Hong blushed, "But... but you said it was fake."

"It’s real now. Can I really hold your hand now?" Wang Hu smiled as he looked at her.

Xiao Hong lowered her head, rarely shy.

Wang Hu said, "I need to ask for your forgiveness. I’ve been divorced because I was immature in handling emotions and lacked empathy, like a wooden post, which hurt some people."

"I also dated before, but we broke up due to personality differences," she was quick to say, "Those romantic things aren’t suitable for us soldiers; we’ll be a fitting pair. Don’t ask about the past, but cherish the present!"

Though Wang Hu had a cold temperament, he was quite lenient with his own, giving Xiao Hong confidence that she’d have a good life with him.

Wang Hu laughed out loud, deciding to forget the pretensions. Together, they walked hand in hand.

Thus, Xiao Hong, once just helping out, became truly involved in the relationship, though Wang Hu’s parents weren’t aware.

A few days later, Wang Hu’s father’s lung examination results came out, just a minor inflammation from excessive smoking, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief. Mrs. Wang resolutely banned his smoking and incidentally pressed Wang Hu to finalize the marriage plans.

Both families highly approved, hastily setting their wedding for New Year’s Day, intending to relocate quickly. Otherwise, in such a remote area, how could Xiao Hong be pregnant? The parents were worried.

Thinking it over, Wang Hu agreed; he had been away long enough.

Things were joyous in their circle, but Bai Fanglan was miserable. Pleading with Wang Hu yielded no results, so she sought out other acquaintances. However, her grandfather, now retired, led these people to be extremely perfunctory towards her. Furthermore, Bai Fanglan’s affairs had become widely known, making hospitals reject her due to her poor medical skills.

Soon after her expulsion, she was forcibly discharged and returned home, only to find Bai Chuan had prepared a purchased train ticket for her.

Infuriated to the point of liver pain, Bai Fanglan bit her lip, "Grandfather, are you really giving me no way out? Just driving me away like this?"

Bai Chuan sighed, "It’s for your own good! Staying here no longer holds any meaning. I’m getting old, truly cannot withstand the stress anymore. Don’t worry; every month when my salary comes, I’ll send you fifty bucks."

Bai Fanglan coldly laughed, standing up abruptly, "Fine! Since you dislike me so much, I’ll leave! You’ll get your wish!"

She returned to her room and slammed the door.

Bai Chuan shook his head and went to care for his great-granddaughter. The child was pitiable; Bai Fanglan never cared while working, and even now unemployed, she remained indifferent.

The next morning, Bai Chuan woke up to find Bai Fanglan’s room in disarray. Everything was thrown about, yet she was gone.

Bai Chuan was puzzled; what happened? Then on the table, he found a letter.

Bai Fanglan said she’s left, gone south to find work, aiming to return once successful. The child was left for Bai Chuan to care for temporarily. Besides her jewelry and savings, she also took four thousand bucks from Bai Chuan’s drawer.

Bai Fanglan left in a fit of anger, refusing to believe she wouldn’t succeed! She vowed to get revenge! Against everyone who looked down on her and ignored her!

Bai Chuan worried, struggling to catch his breath, almost fainting. What on earth is Bai Fanglan trying to do!

The child from the next room cried out loudly, and Bai Chuan couldn’t neglect her, so he went to take care of her. Seeing her dark, gaunt face, Bai Chuan sighed deeply too, poor child. No father, and a mother who’s always negligent.

Bai Chuan’s previous grand ambitions were wiped away, leaving him with only taking care of the child daily.

Meanwhile, Sun Chan’s situation gradually returned to calm. Yuan Bing, due to his indecency and attempt at intentional homicide at their camp, faced serious charges. Coupled with Gu Junming’s thorough investigation, a raft of Yuan Bing’s business misconducts came to light.

Including tax evasion, engineering fraud, and bribery, among others, these evidences ensured Yuan Bing likely wouldn’t come out for life. People all around talked about it extensively, mostly cursing Yuan Bing and Bai Fanglan, some discussing Sun Chan.

Zhuang Lin was jumping up and down vigorously, but her husband knew and suppressed her decisively.

Later, the camp erupted with another scandal, overshadowing this one. It turned out Liu Gang secretly wrote reports, intending to falsely accuse Gu Junming!Chapter 645

Timothy shrieked in pain and turned in the direction where the branch had come from. His eyes were filled with fury as he asked, "Who ambushed me?"

There were only trees in sight, and nobody was there. Mad and flabbergasted, Timothy knew that the attacker was strong. A person who could pierce through his palm and then a tree with a branch must be a divine grandmaster.

Hence, he hurriedly summoned his ride-Hurricane Eagle. When Hurricane Eagle arrived, he jumped on it in a hurry and escaped.

Kaitlyn sighed in relief and bowed, saying, "Thank you for your help, sir. Please step out so I can thank you in person."

Obviously, she wasn't going to receive an answer. Just then, Sebastian walked out of the forest next to her. Thinking that the hidden expert had revealed themselves, Kaitlyn twirled around and found Sebastian instead.

"It's you? Why are you still here?"

"Didn't you ask me to be your pretext? I can't leave just like that," Sebastian said.

"Aren't you afraid that I'm going to kill you?" Kaitlyn said dangerously.

Smiling, Sebastian shook his head. "You would have killed me already if you wanted to. Why did you wait until now?"

"It's because you still have some use. Once you lose your value, I'll kill you," she said coldly.

Sebastian smirked without a word. Finally, he realized that Kaitlyn was a kind person. She was tough on the outside but soft on the inside. Although she kept saying she'd kill him, she never meant it.

"I'm returning to the sect. Don't forget your promise earlier to help me find that old man within a month. If you can't do it, I swear I'll kill you," Kaitlyn uttered and left.

"Hang on," Sebastian stopped her.

"What else?" she asked, looking back at him.

"Do you know how to leave this world?" Sebastian implored.

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"Leave this world?" Confusion was written all over Kaitlyn's face. "I have no idea

what you're talking about. I'm going now if there's nothing else."

Sebastian nodded and left the spot as well because he could sense people heading this way at a high speed. They must be the experts from Netherworld Sect who had heard squads of the fight from earlier. s

He planned to make a trip to Holton and find out from a few more people about ways to leave this world.

Unbeknownst to him, a young man was leading a group of people to Jenna's house. His name was Sean Knott, Martin's nephew and Heather's cousin.

With a loud bang, Sean kicked and broke the wooden door before marching into the yard aggressively. "Sebastian Wilder, get out here!"

Jenna and Fressia rushed out after hearing the commotion. "Who are you?"

Sean's mouth opened to say something, but he suddenly saw Fressia and was smitten by her beauty. "What a gorgeous woman! Are you Sebastian Wilder's wife?"

"Yes. Do you know my husband?" Fressia asked.

"Damn it. That bastard is really lucky to marry such a beautiful woman." Sean's face was full of jealousy. "Where's SebastianChapter 646

Upon Sean's command, a group of hitmen charged at Jenna and Fressia. One of them kicked Jenna so hard that he broke her legs, then they rained punches and kicks on her.

"Jenna! Stop it!" Fressia wanted to save Jenna, but she was helpless and couldn't even save herself.

A few men dragged her into the house. Despite having cultivation, she didn't know how to put it to good use.

"Remove all her clothes! I'll be the first, and the rest of you can queue up after me." Sean was losing patience, starting to undress after stepping into the house.

Fressia was so scared that she turned pale. She pleaded with them miserably, but they had no compassion at all. Instead, they were even more excited.

Lying in the yard, Jenna didn't even have the strength to get up. Besides cursing loudly, there was nothing else she could do.

Although the neighbors heard the commotion, they didn't dare to stick their noses into this because someone recognized that these people were from the Knott Estate.

...

Holton was a bustling city, and the streets were full of people. Suddenly,

hoofbeats echoed from the front. It turned out that a carriage was out of control, rampaging on the street. Terrified, the pedestrians jumped out of the way in panic.

Sebastian stood at the side of the road as well, but a little girl's cries in the middle of the road caught his attention.

Seeing that the carriage was about to hit her, the little girl froze on the spot in fright and continued crying. Without hesitation, Sebastian stood in front of her in a flash and placed a palm on the horse's head.

The big and tall horse fell from the huge impact, flipping the carriage to the side as well.

"Ah!" A woman in the carriage shrieked, and two people dashed out of the carriage.

They were a middle-aged man and a gorgeous young lady. The moment she stood up, she turned to Sebastian and said in a huff, "How dare you flip our carriage! The nerve of you!"

"I did it to save a life." Sebastian pointed at the little girl.

When the young lady wanted to say some more, the middle-aged man stopped her. "Abigail, it's alright. He didn't do it on purpose. Moreover, we almost hit someone earlier."

"How are you doing, Father?" the young lady, Abigail Watson, asked in concern.

"I'm fine. I can still take it." The middle-aged man seemed frail and left with Abigail's help.

"You're in a terrible condition now. If you don't receive treatment on time, you'll pass away in half an hour," Sebastian said.

"How dare you cure my father!" Abigail was enraged.

Sebastian chuckled softly. "I'm merely telling the truth. Your father sustained a hidden injury when he was younger and has been dragging it way too long. It's a miracle he's alive until now." s

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"How do you know that my father has a hidden injury from his early years? Who are you?" Abigail asked warily.

"I'm a doctor. Your father's illness is clearly written on his face, and I can tell with just a look," Sebastian explained proudly.

"Since you're so amazing, do you have a way to treat it?" she asked with a hopeful face.

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"It's a piece of cake to me. He'll be as good as new with one pill," Sebastian answered.

Abigail grabbed his arm anxiously. "What pill is that? Let me have it! I promise to

pay you handsomely as long as it can save my father."

"The pill is very precious," Sebastian explained.

"That's not a problem. My father isChapter 647

"Do you know how to leave this world?" Sebastian asked.

"Leave this world?" Abigail wore a look of confusion.

Hendrick Watson suddenly interjected, "Mr. Wilder, do you mean leaving Coreland?"

"Do you know about it?" Sebastian was exhilarated. His biggest fear was that no one knew about it.

"So, the records in the ancient books are real! Honestly, I didn't know about it. I've only seen some records in an ancient book," Hendrick explained.

"Where's the ancient book?" Sebastian asked anxiously.

"Wait a minute. I'll ask someone to bring it." Then, Hendrick ordered a worker to bring the ancient book.

Hendrick soon found the part where Coreland was recorded. After checking it carefully, Sebastian finally found a clue. "The Abyss!"

If the records were accurate, the way out of Coreland was through The Abyss.

"Mr. Wilder, The Abyss is a death zone. Anyone who goes in there will die. Don't act recklessly," Hendrick advised.

Abigail nodded in agreement. "Yes. The Abyss is one of the three forbidden areas. For thousands of years, no one has walked out of there alive.

"The records in the ancient book may not be correct. I think it's just a myth. It's impossible to have another world. That's all nonsense."

Sebastian merely smiled without a reply, feeling even more confident that The Abyss was the exit. Although it was a forbidden area, he had to take the risk in order to get back and only after he obtained the advanced stage three technique.

The stage three technique must be within the doors of Netherworld Sect. There were three ways to get it. The first method was very straightforward robbing.

With his strength, not even a thousand men from the Netherworld Sect were his opponent. In spite of that, it was ethically wrong to rob so brazenly.

The second method was stealing. Although it was also ethically wrong, it was slightly better than robbing.

Last but not least was trading. He had the techniques for the first and second transformations. They would probably agree if he traded one of them with them.

Sebastian was a man of his word. He asked Abigail to get him a brush and paper and wrote dozens of herbs in one shot.

These were the herbs needed to produce the Ultimate Nourishing Pill. This pill could strengthen the body and increase the cultivation. In the meantime, it could also heal injuries.

As the largest commerce

association in the county, the Holton Chamber of Commerce had all sorts of herbs. Some herbs had a different name as the ones in the surface world but

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After the herbs were prepared, he started making the pill right away. The chamber

of commerce had a place dedicated to making pills, and there was also a mini

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which could save a lot of energy

during the refining process. In addition, Sebastian's cultivation had greatly increased, so it didn't the him at af to refine the Ultimate

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In less than half an hour, it was ready. Hendrick was stunned when Sebastian presented the pills to him.

"Goodness, this is a second-grade medication. I didn't expect that you're a second-grade alchemist, Mr. Wilder. It's an honor to meet you." Hendrick politely bowed down low toward him, full of respect.

The way Abigail looked at Sebastian took a change as well, her eyes filled with admiration. There was even an odd light in her eyes, and her face blushed unwittingly.

"Are second-grade alchemists amazing?" Sebastian asked, puzzled.

As there were only a handful of alchemists in Coreland, he never found out his alchemy level.

Hendrick replied, "Of course, they are. It's incredibly rare to find an alchemist, and every one of them are very noble.

"All bigger sects and families are spending a lot of money to recruit them, and they enjoy generous benefits if they work for the royalties.

"Furthermore, second-grade alchemists are even harder to find. The head alchemist of Netherworld Sect is their fourth great-elder, Bertha Erikson. She's a second-grade alchemist."

"There's only one third-grade alchemist in Starfire Empire, and he's the imperial chaplain. His status is high, and even the king has to respect him," Abigail added.Chapter 648

Now that Sebastian already knew where the advanced stage three technique was and the way back home, he planned to return home and explain everything to Fressia.

Before he even reached the door, he already sensed something amiss. The door was missing, and pieces of wood were scattered around.

His instinct told him that there was trouble, so he bolted over as fast as he could.

Upon entering the yard, he saw blood on the ground, and the unease in his heart amplified.

"Jenna! Fressia!" he shouted while dashing into the house.

One of the rooms was a complete mess, and there were also bloodstains. There was even a large hole on the roof.

"Jenna! Freesia!" He dashed back to the yard and continued shouting their names, but nobody answered.

Hence, he utilized his spiritual senses. The next second, he turned to the haystacks nearby and was over there in a flash. Parting aside a bunch of dry weed, he found Jenna.

Her face was covered in blood, and her breathing was barely noticeable. She already slipped into a deep coma, and her life was hanging on a thread.

Hurriedly, Sebastian pressed his palm against her and injected his spiritual energy into her to treat her injuries.

His spiritual energy had strong healing effects. In seconds, Jenna's breathing gradually stabilized, and she slowly opened her eyes.

"You're back, Sebastian." Jenna's voice was very weak, but her expression took a great change the next second. "Sebastian, run! The men from Knott Estate want to kill you!"

"Don't worry, Jenna. They can't do anything to me. Tell me what happened. Where's Fressia?" Sebastian implored anxiously.

Although he and Fressia were from different camps and were even enemies, they were husband and wife before she recovered her memories, and they have feelings for each other.

"I don't know where she is, either." Jenna briefly told him what happened.

The men dragged Fressia into the room with indecent intentions, but Jenna had

no idea what happened later. There was a fight, and then, she heard a loud bang.

Jenna was in the yard and only heard someone saying, "After her!"

Afterward, everything was quiet.

Later, she crawled into the house, dragging her exhausted body, but there was nobody inside. All she saw was a hole on the roof Worried that the men from the Knott Estate would return, she hid between the haystacks and passed out unwittingly. s

"Martin and Heather Knott, I'll make sure you die a horrible death!" Sebastian clenched his fists, his eyes gleaming coldChapter 649

"Don't cry, and rest assured, Jenna. I won't strike unless I'm confident, but I can promise you that I'll bring Fressia home," Sebastian assured.

Time was crucial in saving a life, not to mention that Fressia was gorgeous. In the hands of those inhumane men, it wasn't hard to imagine the torture she'd have to go through in their hands.

Therefore, she must be saved as quickly as possible. Any minute later meant that she would suffer more.

For now, Jenna's condition was stabilized. Unfortunately, her legs were broken. Even after Sebastian had given her an Ultimate Nourishing Pill, she'd still need a few days to recover.

Sebastian was ready to return Jenna to the room and then save Fressia when he heard sounds of hooves from outside the door. He looked outside and saw dust rolling as a group of stocky bandits headed toward his house on galloping horses while carrying weapons in their hands.

The chief was a tall and burly skinhead. With a chubby face and eyes as big as golf balls, he looked ferocious and intimidating.

At the sight of them, Jenna's face fell. "Oh, no! They're the bandits from Mount Blitzen, and their chief is Brork Gantz. Run, Sebastian!"

In this world, many bandits claimed mountainous areas to be the chiefs, and Mount Blitzen was the closest bandit lair to this village.

To the kind and innocent villagers, bandits were more terrifying than the nobles. Although the nobles would also intimidate them and even steal the virginities of brides, they would usually return the women to their families after they were done with them.

However, bandits were different because they often murdered and plundered. It was common for them to violate young women and abduct the pretty ones to be their wives. Once they were bored of them, they would kill them.

Due to this, bandits were akin to devils in the villagers' eyes, and the fear they held for bandits was deeply instilled.

Undoubtedly, Sebastian wasn't afraid of the bandits, and he waited for their arrival silently.

Their house was not located at the entrance of the village, but the bandits headed straight for them and entered their yard.

"I heard that there's a beautiful bride in this house. Bring her out here and show me," Brork directly announced the reason that he had gone there.

Although Fressia had only been there for a short time, everyone who saw her would be stunned, and her beauty was already known far and wide.

After hearing news of her, Brork had brought his men here to bring her back for their own enjoyment.

Anxiously, Jenna fell to her knees. "Mr. Gantz, the men from Knott Estate have abducted my goddaughter-in-law."

"You're lying! Search the house!" Brork wouldn't be taken in so easily. Upon his order, the bandits behind him hopped off their horses and headed for the house. s

"Stop right there!" Sebastian bellowed out of the blue, and everyone froze.

"Don't be rude, Sebastian. Apologize to Mr. Gantz now!" Jenna berated sternly Then, she flashed Brork a smile, "Mr Cantz hChapter 650

"Get on my knees for him? He doesn't deserve it. Get up, Jenna. There's no need to be afraid of them," Sebastian said.

The bandits were enraged, charging at him ferociously. Some even raised their swords, ready to cut him to pieces.

Jenna couldn't bear to watch and could already imagine Sebastian's terrible death.

On the other hand, Sebastian didn't move a muscle or dodge. Brork simply thought that he was too frightened to move and sniggered.

The next second, swords landed on Sebastian, but there was no bloody scene.

Everyone merely heard a loud boom as a terrifying energy erupted from Sebastian's body. In an instant, the terrifying energy shattered the swords, and the bandits were thrown off, spewing out blood and dying before even hitting the ground.

"What?" After seeing this scene, Brork was flabbergasted, his eyes filled with shock and disbelief.

The men he had brought with him were the elites amongst his henchmen, and they were all warriors, including the second-in-command of the bandits, who was a pinnacle warrior.

Sebastian had killed all of his men solely by releasing his energy. This was a fearsome strength, and Brork reckoned that not even a grandmaster might be capable of it.

"You're a grandmaster!" Brork's face was full of shock. "Why is there a grandmaster in a small village?"

Sebastian raised his head at him and said indifferently, "You've successfully enraged me, and the price to pay is death."

"What arrogance!" Brork snorted. "So what if you're a grandmaster? I've been the king at Mount Blitzen for more than two decades. The Knott Estate has tried to take me down many times but to no avail. Why do you think I could achieve this?"

Suddenly, he jumped and gave Sebastian a palm through the air.

A huge wave of energy blasted toward Sebastian, who was unfazed and composed. With a wave of his hand, an even greater energy erupted from him.

Along with another loud bang, Brork's attack was repelled, and the remaining force struck him without stopping.

As though struck by lightning, Brork was blasted away by the energy and threw up blood, his eyes filled with shock.

There was a thud as Brork landed heavily on the ground after he was blasted off more than 30 feet away. The impact was so strong that it created a concave in the ground.

Sebastian's eyes were impassive, and with a flash, he was right in front of Brork. Quick and silent, he moved like a ghost.

Brork almost wet his pants as he begged for his life on his knees in panic. "Please spare me. I was wrong. Please let me off."

"Bandits have done all kinds of evil, violating women, plundering, and many other heinous deeds. You deserve death, and I'll rid the people of such a wicked many today Sebastian said. s

Right before he struck, Brork said anxiously, "Please hold on and listen to me, sir. Although I'm a bandit and have done many wrong, I usually plunder and rarely kill.

"Furthermore, I rob the rich and hardly harass the villagers. Please let me off. I promise I'll never do it again."

"I'm missing a henchman now. Are you able to obey me unconditionally?" Sebastian asked.

"Y-Yes, master!" Brork didn't dare to disobey. He had succumbed to Sebastian's strength and had no thoughts of defying him.

Meanwhile, Jenna was utterly flabbergasted by the scene before her eyes. She knew that Sebastian was strong because he coChapter 651

"You can refuse, but I'll kill you right now," Sebastian said coldly.

"I'll go! I'll go, okay?" Brork almost cried. Not going meant death, but going also meant death. It was just supposed to be a simple mission, so how did things get so unlucky for him?

The two of them rode their horses at full speed and soon entered Holton, heading straight for the Knott Estate. Upon arriving at the entrance, they dismounted and barged right in.

"Hold it!" the guards immediately shouted harshly.

Sebastian acted as if he hadn't heard them and continued walking straight ahead.

"How dare you trespass on Knott Estate? You're courting death!"

Enraged, the guards drew their swords and slashed at Sebastian.

Sebastian ignored them, leaving Brork no choice but to intervene and send the guards flying.

The fallen guards were both shocked and furious, and they quickly called for help. Hearing the commotion, more people from the Knott Estate rushed out.

"Sebastian Wilder!"

Many recognized him immediately since Heather had been seen showing him around Knott Estate not long ago.

However, they were also aware that Sebastian had fallen out with their young lady, so they angrily shouted, "How dare you barge into Knott Estate?"

"Tell Martin to get out here!" Sebastian shouted fiercely.

"How dare you disrespect the city lord! You're asking for it! Seize him and bring him to Mr. Knott for punishment!"

The leader of the guards commanded, and a group of them charged at Sebastian. Sebastian stood still, making no move to fight back.

Brork was internally groaning. He knew all too well that if he didn't act, Sebastian wouldn't hesitate to kill him. So, he reluctantly braced himself and joined the fray.

He was a grandmaster. Even though he was injured, he was more than capable of handling these guards. Each strike sent several flying, and not a single one could get close t Sebastian s

The leader was furious. "You're Brork Grant, chief of the bandits from Mount Blitzen, aren't you?

"How dare you cause trouble at the Knott Estate! You've got some nerve! Guards, kill him!"

The Knott Estate guards were ranked by level. The ordinary guards weren't even considered warriors; only the squad leaders had that status.

In addition, there were silver-armored guards, all of whom were warriors, with the squad leaders being mid to advanced-level warriors among them.

At the leader's order, a group of silver-armored guards charged at Brork. But a grandmaster was still a grandmaster, even wounded, he was not someone regular warriors could match. s

They quickly fell one after another.

"You're courting death!"

The leader was enraged. He suddenly leaped into the air and struck down at Brork with his palm.

Brork was caught off guard and hurriedly raised a fist to block the attack. A resounding bang followed, and he spat out a mouthful of blood as he was sent flying.

It was clear that the leader was also a grandmaster. He then approached Sebastian with an air of arrogance.

"So, you managed to get Brork on your side. That's impressive, but if you think you can storm the Knott Estate by relying on him, you're far too naive."

"Rely on him?"

Sebastian smirked. "I have never relied on anyone but myself. Brork is merely my slave."Chapter 652

Heather had just joined Netherworld Sect and was still a newcomer. Nevertheless, she often wasn't present at the sect, which somewhat surprised Sebastian.

What he didn't know was that Heather joined the sect mainly to have Bertha help treat her illness. As for cultivation, she didn't really need to rely on the sect because she had a family-legacy technique that was nearly as good as what the Netherworld Sect offered.

Moreover, she had been practicing it since childhood, so switching to a new technique would be more trouble than it was worth.

Heather stormed over, brimming with fury. "Sebastian, you've got some nerve! How dare you trespass into Knott Estate and show disrespect to my father! Today, I'll personally chop your head off!"

When Sebastian saw Heather, his eyes flashed with a hint of anger.

Heather had drugged him. While he was unconscious, she had used evil methods to extract his spiritual energy, blood essence, and even bone marrow, all before throwing him off a cliff.

If not for his strong cultivation and resilient body, he would have died. He had not forgotten this grudge.

He hadn't immediately sought revenge on Martin and Heather because he was still searching for the third stage of his technique and a way home, so he endured it for the time being.

But to his shock, this father-daughter duo had crossed the line by targeting Jenna and Fressia. They had simply pushed him beyond his limits.

"Heather, it was one thing for you to harm me, but why go after Jenna and my wife? They're just ordinary people," Sebastian demanded sharply.

Heather sneered. "They're just two lowly commoners. I was already merciful enough to not kill them."

At that moment, Martin also walked out. "Heather's right. Sebastian, I'm surprised you're still alive after everything, and you don't even look injured.

"If I were you, I'd have found a place to hide long ago, but here you are, handing yourself over."

Sean and others followed behind Martin. He turned to Heather and said, "Heather, there's no need for you to dirty your hands. Just stand aside and watch-I'll kill him myself."

"Fine, but don't let him die too easily. I won't be satisfied unless he suffers," Heather said coldly.

"Don't worry. I promise he'll enjoy every bit of it!" Sean assured with a cruel grin. He then looked at Sebastian and said, "If you kneel down and beg for mercy now, maybe I'll let you keep your corpse in one piece, you brat."

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Heather scoffed. "You're really delusional. A mere ant like you talking about wiping

out Knott Estate-you don't know your place!"

Martin sneered wickedly. "So, you're here for your wife, huh? Too bad you're too late; we already played her to death."

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But now, it was difficult for him to accept that she was gone.

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Martin smirked triumphantly. "That's right. I have to admit, your wife was really beautiful. She was such a joy to play with. We took turns, dozens of us, one after another, untilshe died from the sheer pleasure of it." s

shea

"You're asking for it!" Sebastian could no longer suppress the fury within him, and

a terrifying killing intent erupted from his body.

In an instant, everyone present felt a chill of fear, and even Martin was taken aback.

At that moment, Sebastian suddenly moved, grabbiChapter 653

Sebastian acted as if he hadn't heard anything and broke Sean's other leg with another kick.

Sean was in so much pain that tears were streaming down his face. "Please, spare me! I was lying earlier! Your wife isn't dead, and we didn't hurt her."

"Then, where is she? Let her go immediately!" Sebastian demanded, his voice dripping with murderous intent.

Martin quickly added, "I don't know where she is! We never captured her in the first place."

"You're still lying to me!" Sebastian snarled as he crushed Sean's shoulder blade.

Sean almost passed out from the pain. "I'm not lying, I swear! We planned to do something to her, but she suddenly went wild! She broke through the roof, and escaped. We chased her for a long time but couldn't catch her.

"I'm telling the truth, please, spare me."

Sebastian let out a sigh of relief, trusting Sean's words. Fressia's memory loss hadn't affected her abilities; it was entirely possible she escaped through the roof when in danger.

Heather shouted angrily, "Sebastian, I advise you to release my cousin immediately, or I'll have you cut into a thousand pieces, leaving you without a complete corpse!"

Sebastian ignored Heather and looked at Sean. "Even if you didn't hurt my wife, you still harbored evil intentions toward her. Not to mention, you nearly killed my godmother.

"You deserve to die!"

With that, Sebastian snapped Sean's neck with a loud crack.

"Sean!" Martin rushed forward to check, but Sean was already lifeless.

"He actually killed Mr. Sean! The nerve of him!"

Everyone at Knott Estate was filled with rage, and Heather's murderous aura surged as well. "How dare you kill my cousin? I'll have you torn to shreds!"

Heather immediately advanced toward Sebastian, unleashing a terrifying aura. "She's a pinnacle warrior!"

"Ms. Knott is truly remarkable! As expected of Holton's number one

prodigy. She's reached the pinnacle Warrior level at just

She now has

a real chance of becoming

20

grandmaster before she turns 18." s

"That's right. Her talent is unparalleled, rivaling even that of Ms. Kaitlyn from the Netherworld Sect Her future achievements are limitless!" s

Everyone was full of admiration, their eyes brimming with fervent worship.

"Die!" Heather shouted, clenching her fist as she prepared to strike Sebastian. Just then, a commanding voice rang out from a distance.

"Hold it!"

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The voice wasn't particularly loud, but it carried an undeniable authority that shook everyone to their core. Heather feft a jolt of fear and instinctively halted. fo s

They all turned toward the source of the voice and saw a middle-aged man

striding forward, accompanied by a young girl.

"It's Mr. Watson!" someone exclaimed.

The man was none other than the chairman of Holton Chamber of Commerce. He was accompanied by his daughter, Abigail.

"Mr. Watson, what brings you to Knott Estate?" MartChapter 654

Hendrick knew that Sebastian was no ordinary person. Since Sebastian wanted to handle things himself, it was clear he had confidence in himself, so Mr. Watson stepped aside with a sense of relief.

However, he remained ready to intervene at any moment. Sebastian had given him a new lease on life, and he was determined not to let anyone harm him.

Heather stared at Sebastian coldly and said, "I don't know why Mr. Watson is protecting you, but anyone who goes against Knott Estate is as good as dead!"

As she spoke, she unleashed her aura again, making the guards around her feel incredibly oppressed.

Heather smirked smugly. "Do you see this? This is my power. It won't be long before I become a grandmaster. In my eyes, you're nothing more than an insect. If you kneel and apologize now, I might consider leaving your corpse intact."

Sebastian responded with a mocking smile, "Even grandmasters are nothing more than ants to me. You don't even qualify as one, yet you dare spout nonsense in front of me? How laughable."

"You're asking for it!" Heather shouted furiously. She raised her hand and struck Sebastian with a powerful blow.

not moving an inch, appearing as

this and was about to step in

palm had already connected with Sebastian's chest, but he

expression changed drastically as she

disdainful smile and then extended his hand, pressing

Heather. She had no strength to resist and collapsed to her knees with

yet after hitting Sebastian with a palm

forced her to her

but the invisible force was too overwhelming,

How is

formidable; it's that yours is too weak," Sebastian replied,

echoed as Heather was sent flying nearly 20

you hurt my daughter? I will

in fury as he charged

lord himself is stepping

kid is done for," the Knott Estate people exclaimed excitedly, as seeing a divine grandmaster take

ready to retaliate when Hendrick suddenly stepped in, positioning

than an ant in the

Sebastian, he knew that once Martin killed Sebastian, he

but Knott

can go ahead and try!" Hendrick stepped forward, releasing a similarly

a divine grandmaster! Mr. Watson is also a divine

Divine grandmasters were the

capable of single-handedly opposing entire

powerful individuals were

all of Holton, excluding the Netherworld Sect, Martin had been

also ascended to the Divine Realm, it was no wonder everyone was so

actually broke through to the Divine Realm!"

but I also broke through the bottleneck and entered the Divine Realm. Do

even though you've entered the Divine Realm, you've only just

snorted. "There's nothing to consider. I won't allow anyone to harm

me for being ruthless,"

quickly countered with a punch of his

echoed as a terrifying force erupted from the clash of their fists. The shockwave hit those nearby,

few steps by the powerful energy,

the Divine Realm long ago, while Hendrick

Vol

and pressed his advantage, throwing punch after punch, leaving Hendrick with no chance to counter. Martin then. seized

spat out a mouthful

out in shock, rushing forward to support

satisfaction. "I told you before that you're no match for me, but

the blood from the corner of his mouth and said coldly, "Even if I'm not

leave right now, but that kid is doomed." Martin sneered, then turned to

why you dared to make

Martin smirked mockingly. "I really don't know where you get your confidence from, brat. You're

approached, her eyes filled with fury as she glared

You're the first. I will make you wish for death

intent erupted from Sebastian, causing the surrounding temperature to plummet. Everyone present felt a chill of fear run down

instantly, Sebastian

ghost. In the blink of an eye, he was

fright; she never expected Sebastian's strength to be so terrifying. What confused her even more was that she had cast a forbidden technique on Sebastian, which should have killed him, but

die a brutal death!" Martin shouted, both shocked and furious. He was startled

could easily subdue Sebastian. After all, no matter how talented Sebastian

a divine grandmaster himself,

said icily, "You have some

and enraged, Heather tried to maintain her composure as she said, "Let me go now, or my father will tear you

nothing but an ant in my eyes! He's not even worth fearing!" Sebastian

too arrogant! He actually dared to call

powerful beingsan existence, and he dares to call a divine grandmaster an ant? What a joke! Knott Estate's people sneered, mocking

Hendrick and Abigail thought Sebastian was being too arrogant. It

a limit; otherwise, it would just make

think I'm just an ant, then let Heather go and

continued to grab Heather

She landed heavily on the ground, coughing up

Heather was furious, nearly

struggled to her feet and shouted, "Father, don't just kill him outright! I want

your cultivation, then break your limbs. After that, Heather

"You're just an ant, yet you dare to boast in front of me. How

show you the strength of this ant!" Martin roared, charging

horrified. It felt as though his punch had struck an indestructible metal, making his fist

surge of energy erupted from Sebastian.

mid-air as

What!

was stunned, unable to

but Sebastian was unharmed and

was a genius at pill refinement, but I never imagined his combat prowess would be so profound!" Hendrick exclaimed in

awe, and her eyes sparkled

her father, whom she had believed

possible? You're so young, how can your strength be this overwhelming?" Martin gasped, struggling to comprehend the situation. His eyes were filled with terror as he

is of no consequence to you. All you need to know is that you are

have thought he was boasting. But now, not a single person

single move from Sebastian. To the rest of them, they weren't even worthy

his gaze toward Heather, who instantly paled. Terror

are you planning to do?" Heather stammered, trying to sound defiant. "I'm warning you. I'm an apprentice of the Netherworld Sect. My mentor is Bertha Erikson! If you dare to touch

of his wrist, Heather was unable to resist and

could manipulate objects from a distance, but usually no further than 10 feet and

pull her toward him effortlessly. This display of

by

doing, Sebastian?" Heather asked, both

her hard across the face and sneered. "What can you do

both furious and panicked. "My mentor will never let you get away with this!" she

a mocking smile. "I thought you had some brains, but

anger. Sebastian's cold laugh echoed. "Even now, you

you. Even if your mentor Bertha were here, she wouldn't be able to save you because, in

mentor is one of the Grand Elders of the Netherworld Sect! She has unfathomable power

from her mentor,

that Fressia hadn't been captured. With her level of skill, ordinary people wouldn't pose a threat to her even with her memory loss. So now he had no reason to worry

determined to make this father-daughter

Sebastian and whispered, "Mr. Wilder, the Netherworld Sect is full of experts. They have five divine grandmasters, and Tyler's power is beyond comprehension. Are you confident you

just ants," Sebastian replied

underestimate them, Mr. Wilder," Hendrick

It wasn't arrogance but confidence,

from Knott Estate. With the speed of carrier pigeons and

passed, and still no

seems your mentor won't be coming," Sebastian

Heather's eyes. "Sebastian, you can't kill me. I'm the Netherworld Sect's once-in-a-millennium genius apprentice. If you kill me, the Sect will never let

calmly, "If I were afraid, I wouldn't have let you call for help, nor would I be standing

come after me, fine. But

a powerful sect as casually as if he were talking about

strong did one have to be to

have dismissed it as bluster, and not even

him severely injured Martin in a single move-it was

have any last words before you

was trembling so much that her legs gave out. She fell to her knees before Sebastian. "Sebastian, please don't kill me. For the sake of the one night we

die."

to steal my

mistake in a moment of weakness. I truly know I was wrong now. Please give me a chance to change. I'll devote myself to you

Let's set the fact that

beaten severely, and even tried to humiliate my wife. Such malice-how could

my doing! It was Sean acting

driven by lust. It had nothing to do with me," Heather quickly tried to distance herself from the

for her. When it all happened, Heather was at the Netherworld Sect. She didn't know anything about

acted alone. If it wasn't her, then it must've been you." Sebastian turned

intent.

belongs to s

of fear, Martin quickly denied, "It wasn't me! I had nothing to do with

either one of you. So, you can choose who will

us against each other? How vicious!"

agreed, thinking that forcing

than simply

all, the survivor would live with the guilt

giving you one minute to decide. IfChapter

Heather's eyes were full of

to die, but he also couldn't bear to lose his

Let us go, and just name your price- anything you

give

just rob a bank?" Martin nearly

coins were enough for someone to live comfortably for a lifetime. One million gold coins

"If you're unwilling to pay one million, that's fine. I can just kill your daughter, and you won't have to pay

pay!" Martin gritted his teeth, feeling as if his

the large amount of gold, Sebastian only asked for

Sebastian ten notes, each

and left

because he was merciful, but because he wanted to take his time

leaving Knott Estate, Sebastian followed Hendrick

like to ask

there's no need to

wounds, which saved his life, but also helped him break through his cultivation

Hendrick considered a

Sebastian was at least a second grade alchemist, with immeasurable strength to

find someone." Sebastian requested paper and a pen, then drew an image

artist, his drawing was remarkably

is the woman in the picture

"Yes," Sebastian nodded.

Abigail's eyes. It was

had always been confident in herself, but after seeing the portrait, her confidence

the

her own beauty.

then explained the circumstances and

Mr. Wilder. I'll send people to find her immediately. I'm sure

stayed at the chamber,

some people to

Brork to protect her in

witnessed Sebastian's terrifying power first hand,

word of refusal. He was completely subdued, with no thoughts of

Meanwhile, at Knott Estate.

I just can't swallow this

and asked, "Are you willing to marry the

without hesitation, "Mr. Camden is

today and then ask the Stonebrook family to deal with

then stepped out to

family had arrived in large numbers, bringing

the Stonebrook family and one of the

man of about 26 years old. Though his appearance was average, he had an impressive presence; this was Camden

Camden, your arrival truly graces our

slightly and said, "Mr. Knott, you're too kind.

for that; it's our honor. Please, come in." Martin led

"I've long heard that your daughter is

the more reserved she acted, the more captivated

it's impolite to keep staring at Ms. Knott.

his daze and quickly stood up, saying, "I'm sorry, Ms. Knott, I

was not angry at all.

one of the southern region's four major families. If Heather could become the young mistress

would surely advance by leaps and bounds, making it only a matter of

place among the four great ladies in

Denzel smiled a

said, "My son

once not long ago, and

at first sight for

lost his

his appetite and many.

I became

Cóntent

his hands, and the servants immediately

filled with gleaming gold coins. They were followed by a box of jewelry, a box of gemstones, a box of medicinal. herbs, a box of antique paintings, a box of aged wine,

though smaller, contained

betrothal gifts include 880 thousand gold coins, a box of top-grade gemstones, a box of

Stonebrook family had truly gone all out. The gold

internal consumption was not enough, making them extremely scarce in the market. When Martin and Heather heard about the Purification Pills, their

Pills could cleanse the body, improve physical constitution, extend life, and greatly enhance a

improved their constitution, accelerated their training speed, and even helped them

are you satisfied with the Stonebrook family's

satisfied,

that mean you agree

him to be interested in my daughter is an honor

shy, but she was overjoyed inside. With the future title of daughter-in-law of the Stonebrook family, who would dare disrespect

settled on the wedding date, setting it for a year later. Martin then mentioned Sebastian

someone whose strength is formidable and who is extremely arrogant. It's

aren't many people who could cause trouble for you. Who might

a scoundrel named Sebastian

commoner.

ill with a strange disease once. Despite consulting many renowned doctors, none could help me. Later, when my illness flared up, that scoundrel saved

off my clothes before he would treat me. At the time, I was powerless and had no way to refuse. I'm telling you this not just to reveal how despicable he is, but also

call off

crossed Camden's eyes. "I heard about this incident too, but

don't mind. It

you for understanding," Heather forced out a

part of her clever strategy; many people already knew about Sebastian seeing her naked. Given the Stonebrook family's resources, they likely knew as

bringing it up herself, she hoped to handle the

what I never expected was that the scoundrel was nothing but a beast. He's worse than an

we got engaged, he

of woman and naturally refused him. He then tried to force himself on me, but luckily, I

the table in front of him. "Heather, don't worry. Anyone who dares to bully my woman will

Even my father couldn't defeat him,"

under 30 years old. How could he be stronger than

their skills, their lifespans increase. There are also herbs and pills that

look like he's in his 20s, but

"That's right. That brat's cultivation is at least at the early pinnacle stage

is definitely

"Isn't he just an early-stage divine

Camden's engagement

family, one of the four major families of the southern region, Camden would typically only marry into one of

Estate, it

didn't seem that odd. Although Heather's family background wasn't on par with the daughters of the four great families, her

her potential at five rings, placing her on the same level as Kaitlyn and the Netherworld Sect's founding

genius with boundless

and talent compensated for her comparatively modest

After all, becoming

admired Heather, were equally disheartened, with their hopes seemingly

her cruelty overshadowed everything else; he wouldn't want her even if she was offered

Sebastian invested in a

find Fressia, secure the third stage of the cultivation technique- whether by stealth or force-and

the cultivation of those around him once he

exhausting process, so Sebastian took breaks periodically to rest. One day, after finishing his pill refinement session,

tomorrow at Knott Estate. They've sent over an

them is for me, I assume?" Sebastian

"Yes,

saw through Martin's intentions-it was nothing more than an attempt to use the Stonebrook family's

"Mr. Wilder, are you

don't go, wouldn't I be

I think it's best if you don't go. Martin and Heather both hate you to the

nodded in agreement. "My father is

right

bunch of petty clowns. There's nothing to fear," Sebastian responded

but the Stonebrook family has many

Hendrick warned.

to .net

unmoved. "I appreciate your concern, but

just clowns. They're not

they leave me alone, fine. If they dare

ie

Wilder, the Stonebrook family is one of the four major families in the southern region, even

please listen

If they're out for revenge, they'll cook up

to confront them

and his group approached the entrance of Knott Estate, a woman suddenly blocked their

a veil partially hiding her stunning beauty-it was Kaitlyn, the distinguished lady of

Sebastian

Sebastian nodded.

received word that the Stonebrook family plans to kill you at the banquet. Going there now

just to tell me this?" Sebastian asked

happened to run into you and thought I'd

expect you to care so much about me. Could it be

Kaitlyn scoffed and turned to

Ms. Gardner says so, then it's surely

alive. With your talent, you're destined to become a peerless force in the future.

made up. No

heads, thinking Sebastian was marching to his doom. All they could probably do now was retrieve his body

was festive

Netherworld Sect had shown great respect by sending Korbin

of the main figures of the day, Heather was overjoyed. After all, by the end of today, she would be the future daughter-in-law

his face was beaming. To have Heather a woman both stunning and

in his side-Heather's body had already been seen and touched by Sebastian So the only way to

Sebastian.

on Sebastian's movements,

just at that moment, "Mr. Camden,

the exits once he enters. Make sure he doesn't escape," Camden

able

satisfaction. "By the way, has

ran into some issues and likely won't make it today. But with the

again in

and

Korbin exclaimed

taken aback. She had already warned Sebastian about the Stonebrook family's plan, yet he still showed up. Was he walking into

gritting her teeth. "Sebastian, you bastard! You actually had the guts to come. I can't decide if I should praise your bravery or call you a

smiled lightly and said, "This place isn't exactly

dumb. Since you've come today, don't expect to

mocking smile. "Brat, today next year

"Don't say I didn't give you a chance. If you kneel down, admit your mistakes, gouge out your own eyes, and break your own hands, I'll spare your

hand and said, "You invited me to your engagement party. I came here to congratulate you, so I'm your guest. Yet, here you are, shouting threats. Is this how you

out of your mind?" Camden sneered. "I invited

he came to

let him live. I can't

people present, aside from Hendrick and Abigail, only Kaitlyn seemed worried about Sebastian. Despite everything Sebastian had done to her, seeing him in

looked at Camden and said, "Today is your engagement party. Killing someone might bring bad luck, don't you

"We cultivators don't care about such things. If you want to

this, Sebastian laughed and his

grew furious. "What are you laughing

it. There are so many good women out there. Why on earth did you

you insult my woman? You've got

it. This guy must be

have had a slim chance to live. But insulting Ms. Knott? Now he's

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Stonebrrok, and seventh elder, Septimus Stonebrook stood up. They were looking ready to strike Sebastian down at

unbothered. "Mr. Camden, don't get angry just yet. Hear me out. I was simply speaking the truth.

been practicing

cultivation technique, one that

male energy to

day,

me into her

"Shut up!"

turned pale and quickly interrupted Sebastian while snapping, "Stop spouting nonsense and

added, "Mr. Camden, he's just slandering Heather on purpose. You can't believe a

course, I don't believe him. This guy has slandered my woman-this

you

don't you let me finish what I was saying earlier? Heather wanted to absorb male energy through a sinister technique and tried to seduce me, but I wasn't interested in her at all, so

upset that

held her hand and said, "Don't worry. No matter what he says, I won't

expect was that she was using an evil cultivation technique to absorb my essence and even my bone marrow. Afterward, she threw me off a cliff. If I hadn't been

my woman right in front of me... you've got

don't believe me, you can have her checked. If I'm lying, you can do with

He's making it all up! Even if an examination proves my innocence, it'll still be a joke if word

quickly chimed in, "Camden, this guy has ulterior motives. Don't fall for his

Heather for a long moment, and she began to feel uneasy under his

Whether Sebastian was telling the truth or not, he had to

for Heather, Camden planned to verify everything as soon as the engagement banquet

vast and overwhelming as the

to make me almost suffocate. This is truly impressive," the

experts like Korbin and Hendrick felt apprehensive. While they were also divine grandmasters, there were

was a middle-stage divine grandmaster, significantly stronger than

thought you had some sense in you, but you're a fool Youre allowing this malicious woman to manipulate

me to shut up, but I'll

marks on her chest because I

with her hand. In truth, Sebastian was just bluffing; those marks would

However, Heather's reaction

leaving everyone stunned. Upon realizing she

tricked, Heather

swear I'll cut out your tongue and feed it to the

wasn't a fool, and he was infuriated

four major families of the southern region, with all their elders

in particular, was a middle-stage divine grandmaster.

pressure from his released aura alone made it hard for anyone

with faces full of concern, and even Kaitlyn's eyes flashed with worry. But there was little they could do; they were powerless to stop the

to grasp Sebastian's neck. Just as it seemed he would succeed, Sebastian suddenly countered,

a resounding sound,

pained scream and staggered

swift movement, Sebastian chased him down

"What?"

stage divine grandmaster like Septimus had been defeated in a single move by

strength was beyond

were the most shocked. Not long ago, Sebastian had participated in the

person, perhaps at most a warrior. After all, if he were a grandmaster

really underestimated you. If

"Sebastian, he's from the Stonebrook family! If you dare to kill

his eyes filled

"Mr. Camden, can you do me a favor? I'll have him release Septimus, and in return, you spare

had already noticed Kaitlyn from the start. Although her face was hidden, she had an undeniable allure that

Camden found her even more enticing than he had imagined. He nodded and said, "I'll grant

Gardner Astong asterele Monet

his own eyes, and breaks both his hands, I'll spare his

"Mr. Camden, isn't gouging out his eyes and breaking his

rather kind for offering this. This is my bottom line!" Camden declared in a tone that left no room for

and whispered, "Didn't I warn you?

some death trap. Why shouldn't

realize your strength was so formidable, but you

Stonebrook family

eyes and breaking your hands is the best outcome I

smiled lightly and replied, "Ms. Gardner,

the habit

it's hard to

to five miserably than

my..." Kaitlyn wanted to say something, but in the

fate worse than death. Rather than living worse than

chances were slim, at least Sebastian could die

"Septimus!"

Stonebrook family

was seething with rage as he shouted, "Sebastian Wilder, how dare

won't be satisfied until

cripple his

He was already walking toward

intensified. Every footfall left a deep imprint on the hard diamond-stone

cultivation must be truly unfathomable. He's

stage of divine grandmaster, but it's said that Trey has the ability to fight

knows what level Sebastian's cultivation is? He struck so quickly before; this

Everyone nodded in agreement.

shouted, tossing

immediately drew it from its

the air, unleashing a wave of terrifying killing

though they had fallen into an icy abyss. Their hearts were

Godslayer

Stonebrook family's Godslayer Blade. Our ancestors once roamed the world with this sword, and with it, they rarely met an equal. As long as one wields

expected Camden to carry the Godslayer Blade

the Godslayer Blade, not even late-stage

was a renowned magical artifact, said to be a top-tier weapon that could slice through iron

Sebastian,

eyes, unable to bear

taken her virginity,

for Sebastian, she would have been defiled by that old scoundrel instead, so she found herself preferring it to be Sebastian. At least Sebastian was young and handsome, and he had acted to save her. That all made his

was why she would always instinctively step in whenever he was in

she had come to realize that Sebastian's strength far surpassed hers, and he didn't

completely powerless. The ones trying to kill Sebastian were the Stonebrook family. Not even her entire Netherworld Sect

wielded the Godslayer Blade. As he swung his sword, a blinding white blade aura was

energy within a few miles surged violently,

slumped to

so his sword's target

as the blade was about to strike, Sebastian suddenly moved, reaching

filled with cruelty. To try and stop the Godslayer Blade technique with one's bare hand was utterly

boom resounded as the blade made contact with Sebastian's palm. However, instead of the expected sight of blood and mangled flesh, the sword stopped dead in its tracks as it

"How is this possible?"

widened, filled with shock and disbelief. Everyone present was equally stunned as they were unable to believe

his bare hand! This is insane!" "What level is this guy? How can he be

channeled his energy, trying to pull the Godslayer Blade out of Sebastian's grip. He exerted all his strength, but it

exertion of his spiritual energy,

if he was jolted by

"This sword

of anger and panic, clenching his fists and throwing

shocked. His finger trembled as he pointed at Sebastian. "You actually dared to

"Either kill or be killed. If you think you can kill me, I can also

warning you. I'm the heir to the Stonebrook family. Do you dare

"Sebastian, don't get too cocky! The Stonebrook family's power is beyond anything you can imagine. They are filled with masters of unparalleled skill. My future father-in-law is one of the top experts in

idiots. You two really are made for

Your whole

to die, yet you still dare to shout at

to kill

as he said, "Sebastian, if you dare to kill me, our family will never let you go. Not just you, but everyone you care about will pay with their

If you send one person to me, I'll kill that person. If you send two, I'll kill both of them. If you send a whole army, I'll wipe

the end, his voice was thunderous, sending

how brazen Sebastian was, declaring his intent to

before, everyone would have looked down on him and thought that he was lying. However, after witnessing Sebastian's terrifying strength, everyone was very

"You truly are full of yourself! Our family has stood strong for over a thousand years, with countless divine

you really think you can fight us alone? Hand over the Godslayer Blade technique and come to my house to admit your wrongs.

up in a grave, you won't be

you dare!" Camden

experts from the Stonebrook family around him as they were ready to flee at any

him with disdain. He took a step forward, releasing

an instant, the oppressive force weighed down on everyone present.

the grandmasters struggled to remain

Kill him!"

with terror, they had no choice but to obey Camden. Gritting their teeth,

join the fray. Instead, he used

energy burst forth. There was a deafening boom, and the grandmasters coughed out blood as they were sent

very shocked. The grandmasters from the Stonebrook family had been

The sheer

was terrifying.

and her face became pale with

Heather. He

leapt into the air, attempting to

stepped forward to shield the nervous clerk and decided

his voice quiet yet carrying the weight of

the tight bun at

Nathaniel turned away did Elodie finally breathe. Relief spread through her

she offered

Ivy hadn't stepped between danger and the child, the day would have

Jonathan, her posture unexpectedly shy. "Thank you," she murmured, sincerity softening

a small, practiced smile-courteous, almost grown-up, impossibly composed for a

the one thanking you," he replied, voice clear as

a hand into the miniature pocket of his blazer and drew out a sleek matte

the staff like a clap of thunder. Jaws dropped, eyes widened, and the boutique fell into stunned

over ten thousand, yet this child intended to

flickering across her eyes as she

purchase of this scale required his guardian's

did not understand why Jonathan wanted an entire rack of adult clothing, yet he trusted the

expression. "Of course," she said,

hurried off, sweeping the garments from velvet hangers into

employees watched, envy shining

cover the down payment on a

more.

and everyone understanding precisely why Jonathan was buying, no one

Ivy guided

down, voice barely above az whisper “Everything's packed but it really is a mountain of clothes. Should we put one or two pieces back? Together they

over eight million." s

have taken a job

said, firm as bedrock. "I'm

no objection, she finally swiped Jonathan's card through the

she stared at the numbers in disbelief. The wealthy, it

you for choosing us." Ivy presented the card with both hands, as though

accepted it with matching courtesy. "Ms. Ivy,

set the receipt

Ivy. With a flourish worthy of a stage magician, he indicated a slate-gray wool blazer on the mannequin. "Consider this my gift, he

"Pass it on to

eyes widened, first in wonder, then alarm. A quick shake of her head sent her ponytail swishing across her shoulders. "Oh, no, I can't, really It's far too expensive," she blurted, hands rising like

apairof

listened in silence until now, spoke in his low, effortless baritone. “You protected Jon today. Compared with that, a jacket is nothing. If you ever hit a rough patch, come to me—no

while paying the bill, Jonathan had delivered a lightning-fast briefing about

trailed them like silent shadows, arms loaded with crisp shirts, tailored trousers, and ribbon-tied

wasn't tall enough to reach his thigh, and asked, "What business did you have

miss a beat. “Oh. Ms. Kennedy wanted me to pop in and pick out a few

privacy of his own mind. Dad hardly knows Ms. Kennedy, and

"Your Ms. Kennedy

buy clothes

darkened like a

Nathaniel's larger finger, and gave a reassuring tug. "Dad,

had believed the first fib, it was only because Vivian's eccentricity

Jonathan appeared more like an adult compared

delegate adult shopping

figured something

Jonathan blinked, performing

a quiet breath. “When it comes to social-grade

hadn't expected to be exposed so fast, and the realization sent a tremor

asked, dark lashes lifting

and forced a civil smile. "Why would I be?" he

She skipped you completely. That proves she doesn't value you," Jon announced, brutally direct in the

shut.Am I showing it that

his throat. “And exactly where did

face, Dad.” Jon shrugged as

a weight on his chest. If even a child could read him, how had Cecilia never noticed? She really doesn't

stayed shut far

hard, she went searching

belongs to s

almost collided with Jonathan

them, arms loaded

two been? And what

on inspecting the loot, but

said smoothly. "Holiday tokens, nothing

had been painfully clumsy, so Nathaniel was patching

I was

utterly bewildered. When have

throat and shot Jonathan a pointed look. Understanding

to carrying the constipation

been skimping on water lately,"

moment Cecilia understood what was happening, concern flooded her eyes. She slipped an arm around Jonathan's small shoulders and drew him into a full- bodied

to a doctor, all right? You're far

colic and fevers, knows how a single twitch of discomfort in that tiny body

his cheeks until his whole

never imagining the confession would

had been ages since Cecilia had hugged him like

Mommy, really. I'll be fine if I drink more water. It isn't that bad, please

been the model child, obedient,

unwilling to yield. "That won't do. Maybe we should buy medicine. Constipation sometimes

earnest gravity, the way surgeons announce

daddy. Of all lies you could invent, you picked constipation.

I don't need them,” he whispered, the words nearly swallowed

and a glimmer of amused apology for the mess he

tapped at lightning speed, and ordered suppositories plus half a

courier stood at the gate like a summoned genie, parcel in hand. Cecilia placed the small box into

you're not sure how to

Jonathan stared at the plastic-wrapped suppositories, despair dropping like a stone in his

anywhere near this particular battlefield.

Mommy. I can manage on

ruffled his hair, every gesture brimming with pride that

she couldn't help pitying him. So young, already forced to endure the stubborn ache of constipation. If it lasted, a doctor's visit would

she said, voice low and gentle, as though

"Okay."

the box like contraband and bolted

of sliced fruit. He watched his brother's

he really constipated? He sure doesn't look it," Elliot muttered around a

beside him, fixed him with a mild but warning stare. "Don't

his chest, trying to calm the little jolt of surprise inside. "Jon is really kind of pitiful," he breathed, each syllable drifting like a

clapped her hands. “Come on," she said, "let's try the outfits

you have to take tons of super-cool photos of

layers. One by one, she handed

photoshoot ended, she pinged

fixed in place, but Cecilia saw the sorrow hovering behind their

life, including short clips of the boys chasing sunlight across the rug,

elderly couple, in return, video-called often to check on the

little, life seemed to find its rhythm

to

her priorities were pulled toward her husband's side of the

flew across the keyboard. "Nathaniel and I have decided. We'll come right

as you can. Your grandpa and I will prepare every one of your favorite dishes," Bethany replied, her

a good while longer, then

final outfit change, Jonathan and Elliot collapsed onto their beds,

holding only Cecilia and Nathaniel amid scattered shopping bags and the distant tick of a wall

drooping, intent on

"Ceci."

surprise.

we're doing

don't follow. What do you mean?" Confusion knitted

eyes. "Nothing,"

full weight of his displeasure sit plainly on his face. Cecilia finally read the room. Something inside Nathaniel was storming, evident from the

worry eclipsing her earlier cheer. "What's the