The Stoner family was more aligned with the lifestyle of Eastscape's people. Besides, as Altair had said, the Stoner family appeared to be a village where everyone bore the Stoner surname.Isaac had visited the Ashleighs', the Nortons', and the Jensens' but he had never been to the Stoners' residence."Isaac, are you tired? Do you want me to drive for a while?" It was already 4:00 am, the road was winding, and outside the car window was pitch black. It felt like they were driving through a void.In Eastscape, the process of urbanization lagged far behind the eastern regions. Due to its vast size, the distance between cities could span hundreds of miles.The address given by Altair placed the Stoner family's residence at the northwestern edge of Eastscape, near the snowy base of Mt. Haverest.According to the GPS, they would only reach their destination during midday after sunrise."No need," Isaac replied. He didn't question Hera's driving skills but mull over the potential situa

Isaac and Hera promptly stood up, exchanged pleasantries, and then walked outside.The smile on Corbin's face quickly vanished as he watched them leave."Corbin, what is Isaac thinking? Bringing that briefcase even to dinner, does he suspect us?" Lorian stroked his goatee, his face cold.Corbin snorted, "Probably not. They're just being cautious, especially since they haven't seen Mizar, and it's their first visit here.""What if they decide to leave with the Awakening Pills before seeing Mizar?" Lorian asked, visibly worried.A hundred Awakening Pills were invaluable to the Stoner family.Although Isaac and Hera's sudden appearance had disrupted the brothers' plans, the pills in Isaac's possession could be used to win over many once they ascended to power.A glint of coldness flickered across Corbin's eyes. "If they try to leave with the Awakening Pills, we'll deal with both of them."Corbin knew about Isaac's strength from Mizar, while Hera's power was unreadable. When it cam

In the south, this was known as a spiritual burial. In the Stoner family, only the sect leader and the patriarch had the privilege of getting one. It was considered having your remains coexisted with the great mountain god.The day after the burial of the Stoner family patriarch, Corbin had invited Mizar, three elders, and several hall leaders to a meal.No one had expected that Corbin would have laced the food with dissiparotoxin.The Fifth Elder, Mizar, and another elder lost their spiritual energy on their spot and were knocked out.The others had long been brought over to the dark side by Corbin.Another elder had opposed Corbin's backstabbing and ended up killed. He was also captured and extorted for a false confession that Mizar was the one who killed their patriarch in the secret realm.Corbin's goal was for the Fifth Elder to slander Mizar so that the sect members would despise her."Fifth Elder, calm down. Tell me, where's Mizar right now?" Isaac asked coldly.Seeing t

Only then did Isaac run out from behind the boulder.He heard a series of surprised shouts behind him. He knew that they must have found out already.What should he do about Mizar?As he ran, his brain was working in overdrive.Isaac carried Mizar all the way to their guesthouse. He jumped into the air and landed on the air conditioner unit on the second floor. He leaped up again to the third floor.With one hand clinging to the window ledge, he pushed an unconscious Mizar into the room. Then, he flipped himself up and rolled inside.Isaac didn't stay there for long. After entering the room, he hauled Mizar into his arms. Opening the door, he looked left and right before quickly ducking into the next room.Several minutes later, Isaac ran back to his own room. At that moment, he heard a pattering of rushed footsteps coming down the corridor."Mr. Garten! Mr. Garten…" Corbin's urgent voice was heard.The door was thrown open, and Corbin led a few cloaked men directly into Isaac

Corbin's eyes lit up. He leaned closer and asked, "He said he wanted to leave soon?"Seeing the hall leader nod, he broke into a smile. "Heh, I guess he's going to give me the Awakening Pills soon."Inform the kitchen to prepare a luxurious breakfast at once. Call Lorian, too. In half an hour, invite Isaac and his companion to eat with us!" he instructed with a wave of his hand.Even though they still hadn't found Mizar, it was still a good thing to get the Awakening Pills first.Half an hour later, Isaac and Hera left their rooms and followed a hall leader to breakfast.When they arrived at the private dining room, the two brothers stood."Mr. Garten, I sincerely apologize for disturbing you two last night. Come, please help yourselves," Corbin said fervently.An exquisite and scrumptious feast was spread across the table."Only the two of you are here? What about the other hall leaders and elders?" Isaac asked after a short pause.The Stoner brothers were also caught off gua