“Bip, Bip!”The system warning in Ethan's head keeps incessantly echoing. But at that moment, Ethan could no longer hear it. He only felt his entire body stretched and segmented into various images, falling into countless timelines, rendering his mentality exceedingly chaotic."Who are you? Why are you trying to stop me?"A man with auburn hair, holding in his arms a four-year-old child in a coma, gazed with heightened vigilance toward the group of black-clad, masked individuals standing opposite him.If Ethan had been present, he would have recognized that the auburn-haired man was from the Lunar Clan. And the child in his arms was his daughter, who had disappeared not long ago.However, at this time, the people confronting the auburn-haired man seemed to pay no mind to his words. Their eyes had been fixed on the child in his arms since their arrival."Leader, the child is safe, just temporarily unconscious!"A deep voice issued from one of the masked figures facing him. Because they
Nonetheless, a man known by the moniker Bannet voiced out."Enough of your squabbles. Everyone disperses and investigates the trail. They've just left recently, and if we accelerate, we can catch up. Especially her, Vera will complete this mission!"Upon Bannet's command, everyone exhaled a sigh of relief. Only Vera seemed exasperated and immediately retorted."What? Why me? I won't go!"The mere mention of that woman's name gave Vera an exceedingly dreadful feeling and struck somefear in her companions. However, Bannet was the leader of this operation. Hence, hearing his order, none dared to contradict it. Instead, they took a stand against the insubordinate Vera."What's this, Vera? You're defying the team leader?""Exactly, it's an order, not a game. Who permitted you to rebel? Or do you want the team leader to report this to the higher-ups?"A series of contentious voices rang out, stirring resentment within Vera."You... you're all bullying me!"This time, Vera didn't only use a
While the young woman's figure was still at quite a distance, her voice echoed throughout the forest. At the same time, the group attacking the white tiger momentarily hesitated.Seizing this opportunity, the white tiger managed to escape the encirclement. At this sudden turn of events, the vividly dressed man cried out in frustration."Fools, how could you let it escape? Quickly, chase it down for me!"Not wanting to let the white tiger reach the young woman's location, the vibrantly dressed man grew even more furious, ordering his subordinates to pursue it fiercely. However, having just escaped the encirclement, the white tiger seemed to have regained its spirit, and its aura grew considerably stronger.At the same time, the young woman had also reached its side, forcing the opposing group to halt their pursuit, maintaining a fair distance."Stephen, what are you trying to do? Why do you persistently try to kill my mount?"The young woman's gaze rested on the bizarrely dressed man,
It was as if, waiting for this moment, Stephen quickly issued orders to his subordinates beside him."Quick, seize the moment, and kill that white tiger. This potion may temporarily seal off her meridians. However, the Spirit clan has a unique constitution. Even the clan leader cannot guarantee that there won't be any unexpected circumstances. Hence, you must act swiftly and make no mistakes!""Yes, sir!"His underlings quickly responded. Their forms darted forward again, each holding a weapon made from animal bones in their hands. These weapons were far more terrifying for the white tiger than bows, arrows, and sharp knives.The knives made from beast bones were specially crafted from a natural enemy of the tiger. Moreover, Stephen's men smeared each serrated blade with a specific vegetal concoction potent enough to numb the nerves of the white tiger.Hence, the battle had scarcely lasted a few minutes when the tiger's body succumbed to paralysis, collapsing onto the ground. Subseque
As expected, upon hearing his question, Lucia's face turned unsightly. However, her reaction was moderate. She only appeared slightly angered, then calmly replied."Yes, I will comply with any condition, no matter what it is. But, you must ensure the white tiger's safety."Upon hearing the positive response from Lucia, an odd thought surfaced in Ethan's heart momentarily. However, his gaze soon shifted back to Lucia's side. Because at this moment, Stephen, who had initially departed with his group, unexpectedly returned, sitting beside her."My original mission was solely to capture that white tiger. However, prior orders insisted that I deliver you to them secretly. This potion is incredibly potent. Despite the passage of much time, you're still incapable of movement. This task has become a divine opportunity for me, Stephen. Ha, ha, ha!"As he laughed, Stephen was the picture of satisfaction. His once serious countenance now distorted into an eerie smirk. It was evident that the min
However, Stephen was growing impatient, his fury burning in his eyes as he stared down Vera."Vera, don't overstep your bounds. I'm not afraid of you."With these words, a surge of energy erupted from Stephen. A short blade materialized in his hand, and his face contorted with rage as he glared at his opponent.Yet, Vera showed not the slightest sign of fear. On the contrary, his eyes gleamed with mockery. He placed a hand over his mouth, chuckling."Stephen, you are frightening. But I like it! Ahahaha!!!"Initially, Stephen just wanted to intimidate Vera a little. But, seeing Vera's mocking expression and noticing no defense of him, Stephen's mock threat turned into an actual attack. The blade in his hand lunged directly toward Vera's chest."Ah, Stephen, you dare to attack?"Suddenly, Vera's figure vanished, evading Stephen's lethal strike. He couldn't help but clutch his chest and shout in indignation.But to Stephen, Vera's actions seemed a mockery, fueling his wrath even further.
"Stephen, you've frightened me quite a bit earlier. Now, I will show you what it means to cross me!"Vera's fingers tightened around Stephen's throat as he spoke, seemingly intent on crushing it."Wait...wait!"Standing at death's door, Stephen had no choice but to yell out, hoping Vera would cease his actions.Indeed, his outcry had some effect. Although Vera's grip remained firm, his actions slightly paused, no longer applying further pressure."So, are you begging for mercy now?""No...that's not it!""Then why ask me to stop?"Hearing Stephen's response, Vera's expression turned impatient and annoyed. Once more, his grip tightened, causing Stephen's neck to emit a series of cracking sounds.In the end, panic filled Stephen's heart. Before Vera could crush his throat, he urgently yelled out once more."Stop...stop, I...I have a secret...I want...to trade...with you..."Even now, Vera's hand still held him firmly. However, Stephen could sense the pressure lessening significantly."S
At this moment, although Stephen couldn't see Ethan's presence, his cultivation and powerful strength allowed him to perceive an invisible entity appearing before him through his instincts.This sensation was far more terrifying than the voice that had just emerged in his head. Stephen's body trembled slightly instantly, and he hastily retreated several steps.Simultaneously, Ethan's voice echoed once more. But this time, he didn't use the system to transmit sound directly into Stephen's brain. Instead, Ethan used his genuine voice to communicate with him."How about it? Do you believe me now?"Upon confirming that someone was present before him, Stephen's worries didn't ease; instead, he became even more fearful of Ethan.After all, whatever he could see, no matter how dangerous it was, he could think of a way to counter it. But now, Ethan was like a terrifying existence that, despite appearing before him, was still beyond his grasp.This feeling further added to Stephen's apprehensi