At that moment, Xayne's challenge and his demand for Hyenka to prepare his coffin ignited an inferno of fury within Hyenka.In an instant, a terrifying aura erupted from Hyenka, filling the hotel.Standing beside him, Lowes and the other members of the Bullard family felt the chilling pressure sweep over them.Hyenka's face darkened, and his eyes narrowed as they glinted with a murderous light. He was fixated on the scene of Xayne challenging him on the television screen."You arrogant brat! You're seeking death!" Hyenka roared, his fearsome presence shattering the screen into shards.Seeing this, Lowes and the others gasped in shock and hurriedly bowed to him. "Congratulations, Master Hyenka. Your strength has improved once again.""Master Hyenka, don't let your anger get the best of you. Xayne is merely an arrogant child. He's just signing his death warrant." Lowes quickly added.Hyenka scoffed, rising to walk to the window, gazing out over Folksworth, his voice cold. "In my e

Xayne's eyes gleamed coldly as he led the group out of the conference room and down to the lobby on the first floor.At this moment, dozens of security guards lay scattered in the lobby, all spitting blood and unconscious.Seeing this scene, Serena and the others gasped, covering their mouths in sheer terror. Whoever did this was terrifying.Xayne, however, wore a solemn expression as he looked toward the few individuals standing in the lobby.Simultaneously, Winson noticed Xayne approaching and sneered, "Xayne, you finally showed up."Xayne frowned and coldly asked, "Who are you?"Winson chuckled sinisterly. "You killed my beloved disciple and still ask who I am? Very well, I will tell you. I am the prime leader of Xeejay Circle, Winson. I have come today to take your life and avenge my disciple."Upon hearing this, Xayne's expression darkened. "Prime leader of Xeejay Circle? I have never heard of it. Also, who is your disciple?"Winson was incensed by this response, shouting,

"Everyone has to take responsibility for their own choices," Xayne said as he turned and walked into the elevator.Esmond quickly followed him respectfully and silently without sparing Gilford another glance.As Xayne's footsteps faded away, Gilford's legs gave out, and he collapsed onto the floor.He knew the Holaf family was finished.That very afternoon, Leng Group launched a full-scale takeover of the Holaf family's businesses, and the out-of-state banks that had previously partnered with the Holaf family suddenly declared their neutrality.This was the final blow, driving the Holaf family further into ruin.Back upstairs in the office, Esmond bowed slightly and addressed Xayne, "Master, after killing the leader of Xeejay Circle, they will certainly bear a grudge. If I may suggest, perhaps it would be wise to wipe them out entirely."A gleam of greed flickered in Esmond's eyes.In truth, the Heaven Sword Circle had long sought to absorb the Xeejay Circle, but they had never

News media outlets scrambled to reach Folksworth overnight to set up their cameras in the best spots to broadcast the Battle of the Century to the entire country. A frenzy had erupted online, with most people betting on Hyenka as the sure victor. The odds for Xayne winning were as high as twenty to one.Meanwhile, Esmond and the Leng family had placed nearly all their fortunes on Xayne, making this showdown one of the most anticipated events in recent history. Even the Emperor, in Drakonix, was paying close attention."Xayne, you mustn't lose to the Bullard family," the Emperor muttered as he stared at the starry night sky.By the next morning, Folksworth was packed to the brim, with tens of thousands of people crowding the central square. At the Bullard family's VIP platform, two elderly men sat statuesque in their presence. Lowes was nearby, serving tea and speaking in hushed tones. On the opposite side, the seats reserved for the Serena Group were empty, and Xayne and Serena we

According to the arena's rules, as long as Hyenka remained on the stage, Iver could not intervene. Hyenka, sensing the danger, realized he had no choice but to fight. If he turned his back now, Esmond's sword would surely strike him without warning. To expose one's back to a Wind Spirit Limit Break master was no different than signing one's own death warrant."Esmond, my Bullard family has no grudge with you—do you really intend to kill me?!" Hyenka roared with his fists raised as he launched himself into the air, aiming straight for Esmond."Hmph," Esmond snorted, calm as ever. With one hand behind his back, he raised his sword with the other and swung it lightly.A brilliant silver light descended like a curtain, unveiling the heavens and momentarily blinding the spectators below."Run! Get out of here!" Iver, abandoning all pretense of dignity, shot to his feet and screamed toward Hyenka.But it was too late. The moment the silver light fell, Hyenka was already trapped with