Isabelle's lips curled into a confident smile as she addressed them, her voice gentle yet resolute, "Belief is a choice, and I can't compel you to believe or disbelieve."Turning her gaze towards the intense battle unfolding before her, Isabelle keenly observed Terry gaining the upper hand. She was acutely aware of the intentions of her adversaries, the man and the woman, who yearned to rush to their partner's aid. But Isabelle harbored a deep determination; she couldn't afford to let any of them escape, for such an outcome would mean disappointment for Alexander.Internally, she mused, "If Alexander can confront a dharma level expert while remaining within the guardian realm, then I, too, can take on these two opponents, even if they are on par with my own abilities."With an aura of blue glow enveloping her entire being, Isabelle moved with unparalleled agility, unleashing a relentless barrage of attacks upon the man and the woman. Her swiftness and precision left them with no op
Isabelle found herself drenched in sweat, her entire body trembling under the weight of agonizing torment. It wasn't merely the searing pain caused by the blade's cruel wound that tormented her; it was the insidious poison that had tainted it, coursing through her veins like a malevolent serpent.In the midst of her suffering, Townsend's keen ears detected the approaching footsteps of the woman. He reached out to Isabelle, his voice laced with urgency and reassurance. "Isabelle, take a deep breath," he implored, his belief in her resilience unwavering. "Your unique connection with the glow grants you immunity to poison, even if we can't explain why it's affecting you now. You have the strength to overcome this."He went on to explain the mystique of the glow, emphasizing its transformative power. "The glow melds your spiritual energy with your physical attributes, elevating you beyond the ordinary. You can harness this power to purge the poison from your system. Though you've wielded t
In City of Springs, Floral Mountains;After three days of uninterrupted slumber, Alexander found himself in a state of astonishment. This deep rest had catalyzed an astonishing transformation within him, propelling him directly from the higher level of the of the guardian realm to the middle level of the dharma realm, bypassing the lower level of the dharma realm entirely.It was an extraordinary phenomenon; if the general populace were privy to the incredible ascension Alexander had undergone merely through his slumber, many would have sought to capture him, driven by a dark desire to extract his life essence. This was not the first time such a thing had happened to him.Yawning contentedly, Alexander finally stirred from his restful repose. "Could someone kindly assist me in acquiring a rejuvenating cup of tea?" he requested, his voice tinged with the weight of his transcendent journey.Master Tobias, whose cheerful demeanor had given way to a momentary seriousness launched a punch
After their meal, Alexander, Diana, and Chris bid farewell to the picturesque Floral Mountains, embarking on a journey to Diana's ancestral home within Springs. Springs, though part of a sprawling metropolis, was so vast that it demanded nearly two to three hours of driving to reach their destination.Diana hailed from the esteemed Hendrick family, a name renowned throughout Springs for their affluence, influence, and extraordinary martial prowess. Not only were they exceedingly wealthy, but each member of the Hendrick clan was a formidable martial artist. In their family, the lowest attainable martial arts realm was the revered guardian realm, showcasing the absence of anyone beneath that extraordinary level of mastery.Previous the lowest had been the warrior realm and that was Diana only but breaking through to the guardian realm had changed that.Parallel to the Hendrick family's prestige, the Powell family, to which Chris belonged, held an equivalent position in Springs society.
The five experts, all members of the esteemed Powell family, immediately recognized Chris, and one of them stepped forward to address him."Dear young master," the Powell family member began, "it is essential to understand that in Springs, the Hendrick family has been labeled as traitors, and anyone associated with them is deemed a traitor as well. They stand as adversaries to not only the Powell family but also the revered Star Academy, and there's a substantial bounty on their heads.""The young lady standing over there with you is none other than the princess of the Hendrick family. If you were to capture her, we could potentially force the rest of her family to surrender, and the credit for this would be yours to claim. You would be greatly esteemed by all."Upon hearing these words, Diana grew immediately cautious of Chris's intentions and quickly positioned herself behind Alexander for protection.Chris, on the other hand, shook his head in response to Diana's reaction. While th
Diana's desperate cry of "No!!!" echoed through the air, but it was an agonizingly futile plea as Chris had already arrived at the scene. In that critical moment, as Chris approached the most vulnerable member, an unseen force violently hurled him backward. However, that brief interlude provided Alexander with the golden opportunity he needed.Seizing the chance, Alexander swiftly closed the gap, positioning himself in front of the weakest link within the tightly knit group of fifteen experts. His muscles coiled with power, he launched a devastating punch towards his unsuspecting target.Alexander's speed was nothing short of remarkable, catching the fifteen experts off guard. They struggled to react, but by the time they did, it was too late. Their core, the linchpin of their unity, had been mercilessly obliterated from their formation.The reason the core of the formation happened to be the weakest individual was rather ironic. This particular person, though initially the stronge
"Certainly, you may refer to me as 'grandma,'" Mrs. Lakes warmly declared as she ushered Alexander and Chris to their seats, each hand gently guiding them.Alexander sensed an unusual air, an inexplicable inkling, but couldn't quite pinpoint its source. Deciding to cut to the chase, he inquired, "Where can we find Ray and Diana's parents?""Oh, they've headed out to the farm," Mrs. Lakes replied nonchalantly.The revelation struck Alexander and Chris like a bolt of lightning, their expressions shifting to sheer astonishment as they exclaimed in unison, "The farm?!""Indeed," Mrs. Lakes confirmed with a resolute nod.The part of the Springs where they found themselves resembled a quaint village nestled within the bustling city. It exuded an aura of normalcy, where ordinary folks dwelled. Yet, even in this seemingly familiar setting, Alexander couldn't help but be taken aback by the notion of a powerful family like the Hendricks farming.However, Mrs. Lakes offered no further elaboratio
Alexander and Mrs. Hendrick exchanged uneasy glances while maintaining their handshake, an unspoken battle of spiritual strength playing out between them, observable by those present in the room. After a tense moment, their expressions softened, and they both released their grips.Mrs. Hendrick broke the silence with a compliment, saying, "It's truly remarkable to witness Diana forming a connection with someone as exceptionally talented and powerful as you."In response, Alexander chuckled, admitting, "I must confess, your strength took me by surprise. I had assumed Ray held the highest level of power within your family. I'm astonished to discover that you stand at the middle level of the dharma realm."This revelation prompted simultaneous exclamations of "Uh!" from Ray and Diana, who were clearly taken aback. Ray sought clarification, asking, "Are you implying that she's on the middle level of the dharma realm?"Alexander affirmed with a nod, saying, "Indeed, didn't you already know