The full moon was perched in the sky, radiating a dim light along with thousands of stars surrounding it. The faint glow filtered through the gaps in the Rosewood tree leaves, creating illuminated patches within the otherwise pitch-black forest.As the wind swayed the branches and leaves, a play of light and darkness unfolded at various spots within the woods. Perhaps it was this sight that eventually caused Richard's eyes to slowly open. It began with squinting, then a gradual widening, until they were slightly open.The habit of being alert then made Richard reflexively get up from a lying position to a sitting position. He sharpened his senses of sight and hearing simultaneously to digest the situation that had confused him."Boss, thank goodness you're awake."A woman's voice touched Richard's ears, making him blink his eyes to see the woman who approached him hurriedly.Before Richard could open his eyes again, a hard punch hit his head."Damn foolish boy!"'That voice....' Richa
In difficult situations, people generally feel that time moves slowly. That's what Wendy Adams was currently experiencing. Every time the night wind rustled the branches and created sounds, Wendy Adams stumbled and trembled intensely out of fear.However, the person Rock D Xebec appointed to guard Richard should not be that fearful type. The sound of branches swept by the wind is nothing to be feared. For a moment, Richard was lost in thought and sensed something strange. What made it even stranger was that he himself was experiencing the sensation of fear and unease that was difficult to control.‘There must something wrong with this forest!' Richard swallowed and took a sitting position. His vision, which had gradually normalized, quickly scanned the surroundings."Boss... you should rest, or...""Shhh..." Richard put his index finger in front of his own mouth, instructing Wendy to be quiet and not make any movements.Wendy Adams took a deep breath and nodded. From Richard's gesture
Sangorufu Forest, midnight...There were four men and one woman who were currently chasing Richard Forger's group. At first, the group of five personnel was performing guard duty on the center of the Sangorufu forest.However, they suddenly changed course and swiftly headed north, aiming to locate Richard Forger's hideout. Judging by their precise movements, it appeared that someone had indeed informed them of Richard's injured whereabouts.With great determination, the five individuals hastened their pace to close the distance with Richard. They were aware that their target was in a weakened state, and they possessed detailed knowledge of the Sangorufu Forest's layout, unlike Richard Forger.As they felt they were drawing nearer to Richard's location, the woman, who was the team captain, paused briefly and glanced back, expressing her delight, "If we eliminate Richard tonight, our team will be promoted!""Captain, did the order to eliminate Richard truly come from the Big Boss?" ques
"Boss, is it just me or do they really look terrified?" Wendy Adams asked Richard after accidentally noticing the fear in the enemies' faces.Richard narrowed his gaze at Wendy as if he was angry with the young woman. "Wendy, don't say that. It will only make them feel ashamed. Have some pity for them."Of course, Wendy and Richard's conversation made the group of enemies feel as if their dignity was being trampled upon.After all, they had always had an image as formidable fighters respected by many people."Damn it! I've never experienced such mistreatment before. I won't let my team be humiliated like this!" the captain muttered as she prepared to launch an attack.The captain's four subordinates nodded simultaneously and shouted in unison, "We are ready to receive orders!"Immediately, Richard waved his hand in the air, gesturing for Wendy to find a safe place."Anyone who dares to touch Wendy will have the honor of choosing their own path to death," Richard threatened in a low bu
Red Skull HeadquartersMid Night***"Red Skull's elite members could easily end Richard King's life. So, why does this foolish tournament have to take place?"The question was uttered by Loki, a newly joined member of Red Skull, having been part of the organization for less than two months.At that time, Loki was assigned the task of guarding a secret laboratory owned by Red Skull. The location of the laboratory was merely thirty kilometers away from Sangorufu Island.Hudson, Loki's companion standing beside him, responded, "Loki, Red Skull possesses power far more than enough to eliminate Richard King. If Red Skull is willing to host this tournament, do you know what it means?"Loki fell silent as he pondered several possibilities. Three seconds later, he shook his head with a bitter smile. "Damn, I'm really curious. Why are you making this complicated? Just answer my question, what's so difficult about it?"Hudson smiled faintly and absentmindedly scratched his non-itchy ear. "I co
Wendy Adams was startled, "As far as I know, there is no Holy Knight member named Logan.""Yes, I am not a member of the Holy Knight. I was ordered to find Richard Forger," replied Logan.Wendy reflexively moved away from Logan's touch. She quickly concluded that Logan seemed to be an enemy targeting Richard's life."Leave before my boss finishes you!" Wendy shouted, trying to give a threat.Of course, Wendy Adams's threat was met with a smile from Logan. Before Wendy could yell at Logan again, two unfamiliar men emerged from the darkness of the Sangorufu forest. Wendy was taken aback once more as she tried to observe the faces of the newcomers.One of the two men was known to Wendy. More precisely, she had just met him a while ago."Lord Hazelle King!" Wendy screamed hysterically, feeling incredibly fortunate that Richard's brother had come at the perfect time. That meant the other man was a colleague of Hazelle King as well.Hazelle nodded and quickly approached Wendy. "Don't worry,
"Are you the one who took care of me?" Initially, Richard narrowed his gaze towards Logan as he removed the acupuncture needles still embedded in his body. "Thank you, if we live long enough, I will repay your kindness," Richard added without waiting for a response from Logan. Observing his patient, who was almost on the brink of death, now looking healthy and fine, Logan realized how much stronger Richard's power level was compared to everyone he had ever encountered. "Logan," Hazelle King called his subordinate as he took a step forward to be closer to Richard. "Leave us alone. I want to have a private talk with my brother." Logan nodded, "Sure, Boss." The first thing Hazelle did was slap Richard's head. "I thought I wouldn't see you breathing again. Damn it!" Rubbing his head, amidst the pain caused by Hazelle King's slap, Richard realized that there was genuine concern in Hazelle's actions. There was no denying that Hazelle had always cared for Richard from the bottom of his h
When Richard heard Hazelle's prediction about Daisy's death, his clenched fist almost struck Hazelle's mouth. Although it was just a prediction, it felt like boiling water was poured over Richard's heart.Seeing the change in Richard's expression, Hammer quickly moved and attempted to kick Richard's arm. Hammer refused to let his master be hit by someone like Richard Forger."How dare you look at my master like that?!" Hammer yelled in anger as he swung his leg with a speed that an ordinary human couldn't possibly block.Just before the kick landed, Richard's right hand had already gripped Hammer's leg. "Uncle Hammer, if your kick had hit my shoulder, Hazelle might have taken your life right then. Fortunately, your attack is still too slow and easily countered."Hearing Richard's words, Hammer's pride felt trampled. He wanted to retaliate with a physical attack, but Hazelle stood up and gave him a stern look."Uncle Hammer, you're not old enough to die, are you?"Hammer fell silent an