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.

Sebastian merely stood there, not moving an inch, appearing as though he was paralyzed with fear.

Hendrick was startled by this and was about to step in to save him when he noticed something strange.

Heather's palm had already connected with Sebastian's chest, but he remained completely unaffected, as if nothing had happened.

On the other hand, Heather's expression changed drastically as she was filled with shock and disbelief.

Sebastian showed her a disdainful smile and then extended his hand, pressing it in her direction from a distance.

An invisible force immediately bore down on Heather. She had no strength to resist and collapsed to her knees with a loud thud while her eyes filled with terror. "What?"

Everyone present was stunned. Heather was a pinnacle warrior, yet after hitting Sebastian with a palm strike, he remained completely unharmed.

With just a distant press of his hand, he had forced her to her knees. This kind of power was just too terrifying.

Heather struggled to stand, but the invisible force was too overwhelming, rendering her unable to move.

"This can't be! How is your strength so formidable?"

"It's not that my strength is formidable; it's that yours is too weak," Sebastian replied, delivering a slap to Heather's face.

A loud smack echoed as Heather was sent flying nearly 20 feet away.

"How dare you hurt my daughter? I will make sure you die without a burial!" Martin

roared in fury as he charged toward Sebastian.

"The city lord himself is stepping in!

This kid is done for," the Knott Estate people exclaimed excitedly, as seeing a divine grandmaster take action was a rare sight. s

Sebastian smirked with disdain, ready to retaliate when Hendrick suddenly stepped in, positioning himself in front of Sebastian.Chapter 655

Although he was a grandmaster, Brork was nothing more than an ant in the face of a divine grandmaster like Martin.

with Sebastian, he knew that once Martin

flee, but Knott Estate's guards surrounded him

go ahead and try!" Hendrick stepped forward, releasing

grandmaster! Mr. Watson is also a divine

astonished. Divine grandmasters were the most formidable

capable of single-handedly opposing entire

individuals were

Sect, Martin had been the

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

through to the Divine Realm!" Martin exclaimed, clearly

also broke through

turned cold. "Mr. Watson, even though you've entered the Divine Realm, you've only just broken through. You're no match for me, so I suggest you think

nothing to consider. I won't allow anyone

brought this upon yourself. Don't blame me for being ruthless," Martin growled

a punch of

The shockwave hit those nearby, stinging their faces and

same time, Hendrick was forced back a few steps by the powerful energy, while Martin only wavered slightly, clearly demonstrating

was inevitable, given that Martin had entered the Divine Realm long ago, while Hendrick had just recently broken through. It certainly left a significant gap, between them.

Vol

with no chance to counter. Martin then. seized an opportunity and struck Hendrick squarely in the chest, sending

immediately spat out a mouthful of blood

out in shock, rushing

"I told you before that you're no match

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

if you leave right now, but that kid is doomed." Martin sneered, then

why you dared

really don't know where you get your confidence from,

with fury

the first. I will make you wish for death over life! As for your wife and godmother, I'll ensure that they suffer fates

terrifying killing intent erupted from Sebastian, causing the surrounding temperature to plummet. Everyone present felt a chill

Sebastian

a ghost. In the blink of an eye, he was in front of

What confused her even more was that she had cast a forbidden technique on Sebastian, which should have killed him, but he remained completely

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

that he could easily subdue Sebastian. After all, no matter how talented Sebastian was, he was still young-his strength

a divine grandmaster himself,

as he stared at Heather and said icily, "You have some nerve, Heather, threatening

she was both frightened and enraged, Heather tried to maintain her composure as she said, "Let me go now, or my

ant in my eyes! He's not

arrogant! He actually dared to call Mr. Knott an

most powerful beingsan existence, and he dares to call

Abigail thought Sebastian was

there needed to be a limit; otherwise, it would just make

just an ant, then let Heather

you wish!" Sebastian responded. He continued to grab Heather

landed heavily on the ground, coughing up a mouthful

Heather was furious, nearly

feet and shouted, "Father, don't just kill him

"You heard Heather. I'll first cripple your cultivation, then break your limbs. After that, Heather can take her time tormenting you

"You're just an ant, yet you dare to boast

I'll show you the strength of this ant!" Martin

was shocked and horrified. It felt as though his punch had struck an indestructible metal, making his fist go numb. He tried to retreat upon realizing something was terribly wrong,,

of energy erupted from Sebastian. With a deafening sound, the energy blasted Martin

a mouthful of blood mid-air as his eyes

What!

was stunned, unable to believe what

grandmaster; he had punched Sebastian, but Sebastian was unharmed and instead sent Martin flying.

but I never imagined his combat prowess would be so

her eyes

that her father, whom she had believed to be

this overwhelming?" Martin gasped, struggling to comprehend the situation. His eyes were

I am is of no consequence to you. All you need to know is that you

this earlier, everyone would have thought he was

the divine grandmaster, couldn't even withstand a single move from Sebastian. To the rest of them, they weren't even worthy of being called

gaze toward Heather, who instantly paled. Terror

defiant. "I'm warning you. I'm an apprentice of the Netherworld Sect. My mentor is Bertha Erikson! If you dare to touch me, she

With a flick of his wrist,

grandmaster could manipulate objects from a distance, but usually no further than 10 feet and not with heavy objects.

and Sebastian still managed to pull her toward him effortlessly. This display of power was far

grabbed Heather by the

you doing, Sebastian?" Heather asked, both angry and

a loud smack, Sebastian slapped her hard across the face and sneered. "What can you do now that I've laid

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

"I thought you had some brains, but it

with anger. Sebastian's cold laugh echoed. "Even now, you don't understand what kind of being you've provoked. You keep threatening me with your mentor-how stupid

she wouldn't be able to save you because, in my eyes, she's nothing more than

of the Grand Elders of the Netherworld Sect! She has unfathomable power andChapter

pleaded for help from her

her level of skill, ordinary people wouldn't pose a threat to her even with

this father-daughter duo taste despair,

of experts. They have five divine

ants," Sebastian replied

them, Mr. Wilder,"

wasn't arrogance but confidence, confidence rooted in his

and their giant birds that people could ride, they should have arrived within

hours had passed, and still no sign of

your mentor won't

"Sebastian, you can't kill me. I'm the Netherworld Sect's once-in-a-millennium genius apprentice. If you kill

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

Netherworld Sect doesn't come after me, fine. But if they do, I'll just

spoke of destroying a powerful sect as casually as if he

stunned-what kind of confidence was this? How strong did one have

they would have dismissed it as bluster, and not even credible bluster at

injured

you have any last words before

She fell to her knees before Sebastian. "Sebastian, please don't kill me. For

die."

to mention our one night together? You drugged me, used wicked means to steal my energe essence,

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

acting with those skills. Let's set the fact that

also sent people after my godmother, had her beaten severely, and even tried to humiliate my wife.

was Sean

was driven by lust. It had nothing to do with

it all

If it wasn't her, then it must've been you." Sebastian turned his gaze te

intent.

belongs to s

fear, Martin quickly denied, "It wasn't me! I

Sebastian scoffed. "Well, it's definitely either one of you. So, you

you trying to turn us against each other? How

agreed, thinking that forcing them to choose

than simply killing

the survivor would

one minute to decide.

eyes were full of fear

loss for words. He didn't want to die, but he

maybe we can negotiate. Let us go,

a moment and said, "Alright. I'll give you a chance. I want one million gold

coins? Why don't you just rob a bank?" Martin nearly jumped up in

for someone to live comfortably for a lifetime. One million

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

his teeth, feeling

gold, Sebastian only

Sebastian ten notes, each worth 100

word and

merciful, but because he wanted to take his time

Hendrick to the Holton

Watson, I'd like to ask you for

"Mr. Wilder, there's no need to be so formal. Just tell me what

not only healed his wounds, which saved his life, but also helped him break through his

that Hendrick considered a second chance at

second grade alchemist, with immeasurable strength to boot. Such a person was

Sebastian requested paper and a pen, then drew an image

Sebastian wasn't a professional artist, his drawing was

in

"Yes," Sebastian nodded.

flashed in Abigail's eyes. It was hard not to admire a man as

had always been confident in herself, but after seeing the

the

matching her own

the circumstances and timing

people to find her immediately. I'm sure we'll have

the chamber, waiting for updates. He

arrange for some people to

assigned Brork to

terrifying power first

was completely subdued, with no thoughts

Meanwhile, at Knott Estate.

I just can't swallow this

at Heather and asked, "Are

"Mr. Camden is an outstanding man. Of

then. We'll settle this marriage today and then ask the Stonebrook family to deal with

and daughter then stepped out to greet their

in large numbers, bringing an

a dignified middle-aged man, Denzel Stonebrook, the head of the Stonebrook family

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

Mr. Camden, your arrival truly graces our humble Knott Estate," Martin

Knott, you're

come in." Martin led the father and son into the sitting room and had them

that your daughter is as beautiful

Stonebrook." Heather appeared slightly shy. But the more reserved she acted, the more captivated

quickly reprimanded, "Camden, it's impolite to

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

him a bashful smile. She was not angry at all. In

Heather could become the young mistress of the Stonebrook family, it would be like a shortcut to soar to

cultivation resources, her strength would surely advance by leaps and bounds, making

a place among the four great ladies

Denzel smiled a

"My son

not

first sight for him.

he lost

his appetite and many.

over her. As his father, I

Cóntent

clapped his hands, and the servants immediately opened

first three boxes were 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

though smaller, contained dozens of

a box of top-grade gemstones, a box of premium

had to admit, the Stonebrook family had truly gone all out.

making them extremely scarce in the market. When Martin and Heather heard about the Purification Pills, their

improve physical constitution, extend life, and greatly enhance a

consumed by warriors, these pills significantly improved their constitution, accelerated their training speed, and even helped them break

said proudly, "Mr. Knott, are you satisfied

satisfied. Extremely satisfied, actually,"

mean you agree to their marriage?"

course. Mr. Camden is a remarkable man. For him to be

With the future title of daughter-in-law of the

setting it for

recently provoked someone whose strength is

southern region, there aren't many people who could cause trouble for you.

a scoundrel named Sebastian Wilder. He's just a

commoner.

ill with a strange disease once. Despite consulting many renowned doctors, none could help me. Later, when

I was powerless and had

mind, we can call off the

of cold light crossed Camden's eyes. "I heard about

don't mind.

for understanding," Heather forced out a couple

about Sebastian seeing her naked. Given the Stonebrook family's resources, they likely

she hoped to handle the

marry him. But what I never

as we got engaged, he demanded that I sleep

then tried to force himself on me, but luckily, I

bastard!" Camden was furious, smashing the table in front of him. "Heather, don't worry. Anyone who dares to bully my woman will

Camden, that scoundrel is very strong. Even my father couldn't defeat

should be under 30 years old. How could he be

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

like he's in his 20s, but his real

is at least at the early pinnacle stage of diving grandmaster,

real age is definitely well

an early-stage divine grandmaster? That's

and Camden's engagement spread quickly, surprising

major families of the southern region, Camden would typically only marry into one of the other three

Heather had a decent status as the daughter of Holton's Knott Estate, it was still far

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

her talents were remarkable. The Netherworld Bell test showed her potential at five rings, placing her on the

boundless potential and

compensated for her

After all, becoming

secretly admired Heather, were equally disheartened, with

was beautiful, her cruelty overshadowed everything else; he wouldn't want her even if she was offered without

from Martin, Sebastian invested in a

was to find Fressia, secure the third stage of the cultivation technique- whether by stealth

now to boost the cultivation of those around him once he got

refinement was an exhausting process, so Sebastian took breaks periodically to rest. One day, after finishing

engaged tomorrow at Knott Estate. They've sent over an invitation,"

them is

"Yes, you're

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

are you planning

me an invitation, so if I don't go, wouldn't

the core and their invitation

is right. You mustn't go.

right

petty clowns. There's nothing

but the Stonebrook family has

Hendrick warned.

to .net

your concern,

just clowns. They're not worth

If they dare provoke me, I'll destroy

ie

the four major families in the

"Mr. Wilder, please listen to

If they're out for revenge, they'll cook up something else next time

better to confront them

the entrance of Knott Estate, a woman suddenly blocked

hiding her stunning

need from me?" Sebastian asked. "Are you heading to

Sebastian nodded.

you at the

been waiting here just to tell me

to run into you and thought I'd give you a friendly

care so much about me. Could it be that you've fallen for

dreaming." Kaitlyn scoffed

if Ms. Gardner says so, then it's surely true.

right, Mr. Wilder. There's always hope as long as you're alive. With your talent, you're destined to become a peerless force in the future. Just bide

mind is made up. No more advice, please,"

both sighed and shook their heads, thinking Sebastian was marching to his doom. All they could probably do now was

Estate, the atmosphere was

powerhouse, the Netherworld Sect had shown great respect by

day, Heather was overjoyed. After all, by the end of today, she

To have Heather a woman both

his side-Heather's body had already been seen and

Sebastian.

keeping tabs on Sebastian's movements, and his subordinate

moment, "Mr.

once he enters. Make sure he doesn't escape," Camden ordered with a

place. He won't be able to get away, even if he

"By the way, has my

"Mr. Denzel head ran into some issues and likely won't make it today. But with the family's third elder and the seventh elder here, dealing with that brat will

again

moment, Sebastian and his

he doing here?" Korbin exclaimed in surprise when he

Sebastian about the Stonebrook family's plan, yet

had the guts to come.

exactly a dragon's lair. Why

Since you've come today, don't

mocking smile. "Brat, today next year will be

didn't give you a chance. If you kneel down, admit your mistakes, gouge out your own eyes, and

came here to congratulate you, so I'm your guest. Yet, here you are, shouting threats. Is this how you

"I invited

came to congratulate the couple,

Ms. Knott's reputation. Mr. Camden would never let him live. I can't tell if this guy is naive or

hurl insults. Among all the people present, aside from Hendrick and Abigail, only Kaitlyn seemed worried about Sebastian. Despite everything Sebastian had

Camden and said, "Today is your engagement party.

things. If you want to live

and his smile was

grew furious. "What are you laughing at,

many good women out there. Why on

you insult my woman? You've got some

it. This guy

slim chance to live. But insulting

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Trey Stonebrrok, and seventh elder, Septimus Stonebrook stood up. They

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

been practicing

cultivation technique, one that

energy

day, shevited me

lured me into her

"Shut up!"

Sebastian while snapping, "Stop spouting nonsense and

"Mr. Camden, he's just slandering Heather on purpose. You

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

you have?" Camden

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,

nonsense!" Heather quickly turned to Camden and said, "Camden, he's lying! He's just upset that I broke off the engagement with him, so he's trying to slander me. You

said, "Don't worry. No matter what he says, I won't

that day, I couldn't resist and ended up sleeping with her. But what I didn'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

"To slander my woman right in

time was with me. If you don't believe me, you can

"Camden, don't listen to him! He's making it all up! Even if an examination proves my innocence, it'll

guy has ulterior motives. Don't fall for his

uneasy under his gaze. Doubts crept into his mind as he wondered, "Could this

ordered coldly. Whether Sebastian was telling the truth or not, he

for Heather, Camden planned to verify everything as soon

powerful aura that felt as vast and overwhelming as the

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

While they were also divine grandmasters, there were clear

Septimus was a middle-stage

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

angrily. Sebastian taunted, "You tell me to shut up, but I'll still keep talking. Heather is nothing more than a worn-out

scratch marks on her chest because I got a bit rough. They're

froze at his words and instinctively covered her chest with her hand. In truth, Sebastian

However, Heather's reaction

her, leaving everyone stunned.

tricked, Heather was

lies! I swear I'll

fool, and he was infuriated by the

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

middle-stage divine grandmaster. His power was

from his released aura alone made

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 Stonebrook family

neck. Just as it seemed he would

resounding sound, Septimus' arm

Septimus let out a pained scream

Sebastian chased him

"What?"

Everyone was utterly stunned. A powerful middle- stage divine grandmaster like Septimus had been defeated in a

was

were the most shocked. Not long ago, Sebastian

most a warrior. After all, if he were

erupted in fury. "I've really underestimated you.

the Stonebrook family! If you dare to kill him, you won't

approached Sebastian, his eyes filled with

forward. "Mr. Camden, can you do me a favor? I'll

from the start. Although her face was

more enticing than he had imagined. He

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own eyes, and breaks both his hands,

eyes and breaking his hands a bit

for offering this. This is my bottom line!" Camden declared in a tone that

"Didn't I warn you?

isn't some death trap. Why shouldn't

Kaitlyn said, "I didn't realize your strength was so formidable, but

The Stonebrook family

exceeds your imagination. Gouging out your eyes and breaking your hands

lightly and replied, "Ms. Gardner, I appreciate your kindness,

not in the

hard to

five miserably than

something, but in the

and hands was a fate worse than death. Rather than living worse than a dog, it was better to

were slim, at least

"Septimus!"

Stonebrook family erupted in

with rage as he shouted,

won't be satisfied until I torture you for

his cultivation for

truth, Trey didn't need Camden's order. He was already walking toward

his presence intensified. Every footfall left a deep imprint on the hard

aura. Trey's cultivation must be truly unfathomable. He's probably at the late-stage

the middle pinnacle stage of divine grandmaster, but it's said that Trey has the ability to fight beyond his level,

so quickly before; this

Everyone nodded in agreement.

catch the sword!" Camden shouted, tossing

drew it from its sheath. A sharp, clear

the air,

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

this be the Godslayer Blade

Godslayer Blade. Our ancestors once roamed the world with this sword, and with it, they

was stunned. They hadn't expected Camden to carry the Godslayer Blade with

Godslayer Blade, not even late-stage divine grandmasters

agreement. The Godslayer Blade was a renowned magical artifact, said to be a

was Sebastian, empty-handed-what

her eyes, unable to bear

her virginity, but after calming down

for Sebastian, she would have been defiled by that old scoundrel instead, so she found herself preferring it to be Sebastian. At

even started to develop some feelings for him. This was why she would always

Sebastian's strength far surpassed hers, and he didn't need

The ones trying to kill Sebastian were the Stonebrook family. Not even her entire

As he swung his sword, a blinding white blade aura was charged with thunderous power. It seemed as though it would split

surged violently, creating an oppressive atmosphere that weighed

weaker cultivation slumped

alive, so

was about to strike, Sebastian suddenly moved, reaching out

To try and stop the Godslayer Blade technique with one's

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

"How is this possible?"

with shock and disbelief. Everyone present was equally stunned as

This is

trying to pull the Godslayer Blade out of Sebastian's grip. He exerted all his strength, but it didn't

With a slight exertion of his spiritual energy, Trey instantly let go of the s go of

was jolted

nodding in satisfaction. "This sword is not bad. From now on, it's

and panic, clenching his

"You actually dared to kill two of our family's elders! Do you have

think you can

afraid and angry. "Sebastian, I'm warning you. I'm the heir to the

"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 the Southern Regions, so killing you

of idiots. You two really are made for each other," Sebastian

idiot! Your whole

you still dare to shout at me. If that's not foolishness,

You really plan to kill us?" Heather was suddenly

family will never let you go. Not just you, but everyone you care about will

others, but not me. You're nothing more than clowns. 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 them out.

as he spoke. By the end, his voice was thunderous, sending shivers down

could believe how brazen Sebastian

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

family has

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

in a grave,

dare!"

him. He gathered all the experts from the Stonebrook family around him

him with disdain. He took a step

weighed down on everyone present. Those below grandmaster level collapsed to the

to remain standing, their legs

Kill him!" Camden

terror, they had

the fray. Instead, he used

a disdainful expression. With a wave of his hand, a tremendous energy burst forth. There was a deafening boom, and the grandmasters

was very shocked. The grandmasters from the Stonebrook family had been wiped out in a single move To

cake. The sheer ease

was terrifying.

the ground, and her face became pale with

Heather. He

air, attempting to escape.Chapter

forward to shield the nervous

happen again," Nathaniel said, his voice quiet yet carrying the weight of judgment through the boutique's high-ceilinged

the tight bun

Elodie finally breathe. Relief spread through her limbs like warm water,

on someone else's whim. Grateful, she offered a quick, thankful glance first to Jonathan and then

the child, the day would have ended

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

practiced smile-courteous, almost

thanking you,"

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

hit the staff like a clap of thunder. Jaws dropped, eyes

well over ten thousand, yet this child intended to buy the

uncertainty flickering

minor. A purchase of this scale required his guardian's word. Nathaniel gave

not understand why Jonathan wanted an entire rack of adult clothing, yet

Ivy's expression. "Of course," she said, nearly

the garments from velvet hangers

watched, envy shining through their

large could cover the down payment on

more.

precisely why Jonathan was buying,

Ivy guided

toward the register, she leaned down, voice barely above az whisper “Everything's packed but it really is a mountain

over eight million." s

never have taken a job at

Jonathan said, firm as

Nathaniel. When he offered no objection, she finally swiped Jonathan's card

she stared at the numbers in disbelief. The wealthy, it seemed, spent money the way

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

"Ms. Ivy,

finally set the receipt

indicated a slate-gray wool blazer on the

to whatever gentleman keeps

her shoulders. "Oh, no, I can't, really It's far too expensive," she blurted, hands rising like a pair of stop signs.

apairof

effortless baritone. “You protected Jon today. Compared with that, a jacket is nothing. If you ever hit a rough patch, come to me—no

delivered a lightning-fast briefing about

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

reach his thigh, and asked, "What business did you have in a men's

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

privacy of his own mind. Dad hardly knows Ms. Kennedy, and Mom's best

Ms. Kennedy certainly trusts you," he

note curled inside his chest. Vivian remembers to buy clothes for Zachary, but Ceci never thinks of buying any

like a sky

and gave a reassuring tug. "Dad, Mom

fib, it was only because Vivian's

appeared more like an adult compared to

would never delegate adult shopping

figured something

blinked, performing innocent

breath. “When it comes to social-grade lying, you're still

fast, and the realization sent a tremor

asked, dark lashes lifting

forced a civil smile. "Why would I be?" he countered, voice

clothes for me and Elliot, but none for you. She skipped you completely. That

mouth opened, then snapped shut.Am I

throat. “And exactly where did you pick

Jon

expression tightened. The comment landed like a weight on his chest. If even a child could read him, how had Cecilia never

when the restroom door stayed shut far too long.

hard, she went searching

belongs to s

she almost collided with

also noticed the bodyguard trailing behind them, arms loaded with shopping

you two been? And what on earth is

intent on inspecting

gifts,” he said smoothly. "Holiday tokens,

excuse had been painfully clumsy, so Nathaniel was patching the

been nice. I was starting to wonder why you'd

When have

throat and shot Jonathan a pointed

carrying the constipation

been skimping on water lately," Jon

She slipped an arm around Jonathan's small shoulders and drew him into a

you to a doctor, all right? You're far too

aloud, Cecilia's chest pinched. Only a woman who has carried a child, nursed him through colic and fevers, knows how a single twitch of discomfort in

warning, felt heat rush to his cheeks until his whole face burned

imagining

been ages since Cecilia had hugged him

if I drink more water. It isn't that

been the model child, obedient, courteous, eager to spare

Maybe we should buy medicine. Constipation sometimes needs glycerin suppositories, doesn't

with earnest gravity, the

sc*mbag daddy. Of all lies you could invent, you

he whispered, the words nearly swallowed

soft with pity for the boy and a glimmer of amused

word, Cecilia opened her phone, tapped at lightning speed, and

a summoned genie, parcel in hand. Cecilia placed

embarrassed. If you're not sure how to use them,

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

anywhere near this particular battlefield. He shook his head so hard

I can manage on my

anything." She ruffled his hair, every gesture brimming

she couldn't help pitying him. So young, already forced to endure the stubborn

with you," she said, voice low and

"Okay."

contraband and bolted down the hallway toward the

the couch, Elliot lounged with a plate of sliced fruit. He watched his brother's retreating and, though he didn't quite know why, felt sweat break across his

He sure doesn't look it,"

but warning stare. "Don't tease your brother. He's

calm the little jolt of surprise inside. "Jon is really kind of pitiful,"

hands. “Come on," she said, "let's try the outfits we just bought today,

to take tons of super-cool photos of

the bedroom, arms gathering the new clothes in bright cascading layers. One by one, she handed them to the excited boy and stepped back

little photoshoot ended, she pinged the piChapter

fixed in place,

them daily snippets of her life, including short clips of the boys chasing sunlight across the rug, photos of uneaten

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

by little, life seemed to find

children be able to come back for a visit?" Bethany asked, voice

belonged to the Rainsworths, so her priorities were pulled toward her husband's side

keyboard. "Nathaniel and I have decided. We'll

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

laughed aloud, chatted with Bethany for a good while longer, then finally

Elliot collapsed onto their beds, fast asleep

into a rare hush, holding only Cecilia and Nathaniel amid

back against the couch, eyelids drooping, intent on stealing five minutes of calm when Nathaniel suddenly

"Ceci."

surprise.

doing today?" His question

What do you mean?" Confusion knitted her

eyes. "Nothing,"

the full weight of his displeasure sit plainly on his face. Cecilia finally read the room. Something inside Nathaniel was storming, evident from the faint tension at his jaw and the way his gaze refused

eclipsing her earlier cheer. "What's the

scent of

could speak

arms swept

swift, possessive motion,

his chest, as though staking a claim

really have to

rough, velvet-edged with gravel, every syllable vibrating through the scant inches

across Cecilia's face. Her blush deepened as she tried to twist free,

it, let me go! If Elliot or Jonathan walks out and

embrace, chin settling atop her hair as

be awkward about two married people holding each other? They're not babies anymore. They should understand,"

"Not babies?

overseas on my own," Nathaniel replied,

her irritation. "You left the

coddle them. Let's arrange for Elliot and Jonathan to spend time abroad to build some resilience.

too little, Nathaniel. Besides, Elliot's just regained his health,

།

Jonathan,

his finger brushing her burning cheek.

"Hmm?"

you're perfectly fine leaving me on the sidelines.” He paused, drawing a steadying breath. "Remember, it's you and me for

it click. Her proud, composed husband was jealous of his

it. "Of course, the kids outrank you. I risked my life to bring them into

a storm gathering behind the calm

bolted down the hallway, bare

break for it, then sprang up and covered the distance

Nathaniel planted one hand against the

harder on the door. "There are plenty of spare rooms in this house. Pick any

effortless strength. With a gentle shove, he

the deadbolt turned, and

wind hissed against the windows, but inside,

burst of white light, snow glare slicing through the curtains

to find Nathaniel's face less than an inch away. She could count the fine stubble

trace a finger over that faint roughness, then lower to the

Nathaniel's brows twitched.

eyes fluttered open, hazy with

even closer until

up, Nathaniel. I can't breathe.” Her voice came out in a whisper, pressed tight between

again, and sighed. "Stay. Just a little longer." "It's already nine. We really have to get

her best friends a full day of window-shopping and

arms and mumbled, "Give me a

now did Cecilia realize how clingy he could be, warmth and weight wrapped

when were you this

mouth.

dark strands springing up beneath

busy day ahead," she said, trying to slip

you hit the mall with your friends, that's

her head. "That's

are you buying?” he asked, still unwilling to release

Mom, and something