The air was tense and charged, only broken by the shuffling feet of several men as they forced Ashton to the recruit training grounds, a sinister site. A man quickly grabbed ropes from a tool shed, and another brought a basin filled with chili water. Their movements were deft and well-practiced, suggesting it was a familiar task.Ashton's expression froze, and he exuded a subtle, icy aura when the group got serious.After Ashton was taken, Jacie quickly informed Doctor Taylor, Miss Lockwood, and the Scott family—anyone she could reach."These people dare to act so boldly in South Edren?" Anthony was dumbfounded upon receiving the news.Leonard laughed. "I wonder if we are rescuing Mister Levin or those ignorant fools." Mister Levin could kill with a mere flick of his finger. How many people in South Edren could stand against him?"I heard it's the people from the frontier war zone. We should inform the Lockwood family; it's better if the general from the Lockwood family steps forw
Ashton did not dodge; he merely widened his smile. At the same time, he licked the spicy chili water from his face. "Very well.""Illegal arrest and detention, torture, committing a crime—multiple offenses will accrue. Prepare to spend the latter half of your lives in prison," Ashton said. The implication was clear—their demise in prison was inevitable."This guy has lost his mind. Did he say we will spend the latter half of our lives in prison?" Walter said with a mocking smile."I don't know about spending time in prison. However, his escape is highly improbable," Counselor Xenakis said as he scooped another spoon of chili water, preparing to splash it onto Ashton's face.However, as he bent downward, the bucket of chili water exploded unexpectedly. Counselor Xenakis bore the brunt of it, getting soaked from head to toe. Walter, standing nearby, fared no better—his eyes, nose, and ears were filled with the spicy liquid.In an instant, their skin reddened. Then, their screams fol
Wyatt Xenakis had lived a full life, had encountered women of all sorts, and had been involved with many. However, the warrior in white had stormed right into his heart. It was true love; he was sure of it. For the first time in his life, the once steadfast bachelor, Wyatt, harbored thoughts of romance. Even Walter was dumbfounded.The woman was gorgeous, and her captivating elegance drew the gaze of everyone present. Wyatt could not blink. After not seeing Aislinn for several years, Ashton had to admit that she had changed significantly in demeanor. In the past, even though she held a high position in the Imperial Capital, she was more joyful and free-spirited due to being with him. It looked like she had matured into a woman who could stand on her own. He hoped her explosive temper had been mellowed. Otherwise, marriage seemed a distant dream.While he was in those thoughts, Wyatt had already approached her. "Welcome to the Southern Pass war zone, my beautiful lady. I am Wyatt, the
"He claims that I am a worthless piece of trash if I don't dare to hit you," Aislinn said, her gaze fixed on Radd.Radd felt a wave of dizziness. Where had he found that worthless counselor? It was not an opponent's strength that induced fear but the vulnerability of one's side—a sentiment quite fitting for Wyatt. In that situation, acknowledging any familial relations would be unthinkable. He would dare not admit the association even if his father had appeared."Preserving your arrogance even on death's door? If I were in your shoes, I would be apologizing by now. Maybe General Murphy would see fit to lighten your sentences, allowing you to live." General Murphy's arrival had only emboldened Walter.Slap! Slap!Two people received hefty slaps. Radd's slaps left them dizzy.Wyatt was stunned. He pointed at Aislinn and said, "General Murphy, why are you hitting me? These ungrateful people are the ones who provoked us. You should be hitting this bitch!""Fuck." Radd slapped him sev
"A friend?" Aislinn followed his gaze with curiosity."A former wife," Ashton said.Aislinn, astonished, glanced again. "Her? Seriously?""I thought maybe someone of extraordinary beauty had swept you away from me, but it seemed it was just a woman smothered in garish makeup." She harbored utter disdain for such a commonplace woman, particularly one so blinded by judgment and marked by irrationality.Aislinn was about to stand when Ashton grabbed her arm."Never mind. Let's enjoy our meal and not let this affect us," he said.Unhappy, Aislinn sat down.She had planned to confront and demean the other woman.To have an unmatched treasure and not value it. She even divorced him? Such audacity was thoughtless."Look at you. Are you even a warrior goddess now?"Aislinn curled her lip with an air of indifference.Regardless of her power and imposing presence, she was just a jealous little girl trying to right wrongs before that extraordinary man from years ago. That would never c
"Mister Xenakis, do you know who captured him?"With a smile, Jaxson said, "Of course, I know.""He is the chief pharmacist of Royal Sealift Group, and he developed the La Verdure Pill. You're aware of that, right, Alora?" Alora nodded. It was no longer a secret."All you know is that he is the chief pharmacist. However, you don't know why he became the chief pharmacist.""Why?" Alora was perplexed by that. "He's a thief!" Jaxson said, his eyes narrowed. "He pilfered our family's treasured pill formula and claimed it as his own, which has allowed him to reap substantial benefits and secure an opportunity to ascend within the Royal Sealift Group.""What?" Alora was utterly shocked."I didn't plan on revealing this to you since he is your ex-husband, and I assume there might be lingering affection," Jaxson said. "However, given his obstinance, exposing his true, malicious nature is necessary."Our family aimed to retrieve the pill formula from him, but he remained unremorseful and
"Alora!"Ashton reacted faster than Alora. He released almost all his energy when the truck hit them.Bang!Ashton's punch knocked the truck a few meters away, hitting the rails hard.Aislinn's jaw dropped.Could a human do that?Even though Ashton was powerful in the past, his capabilities were within that of a warrior. How did he become such a monster in just a few years?"Am I dead?"Alora woke up dazed in the middle of the road. She checked herself and found no injuries.Would a person's spirit look their best after they die? Honestly, she was worried that she would look horrible after the collision."Will you stop being stupid?"The angry voice beside Alora awakened her."Do you think you're invincible? Can't you see the truck? Don't you know you need to dodge?" Ashton was angry.Alora looked at him blankly. "Are you dead too? I failed to save you in the end."Forget it. We didn't manage to stay together when we were alive. I can be with you in the afterlife as compe
"Nonsense!"This is a load of bullshit!"I don't believe this! This is absurd! Top masters accompanied my daughter. No one can harm my daughter with them around. You're lying. Bring him down and kill him!"Dillon was anxious and corrupt.He could not believe it. Everything was absurd."Mister Junkins, even if you kill me, Miss Junkins will not return to life. The most important thing now is dealing with the upcoming crisis." The guard tried to reason with him."Crisis? Oh, what crisis can the Junkins family have?"The bodyguard said, "No, the murderer left a message written with blood on the hospital's wall, saying they want to kill the entire Junkins family. And now that half an hour has passed since Miss Junkins was killed. If the other party moves fast, I am afraid they will be here already."The hall went silent.After a while, Nazeem laughed wildly. "Good riddance. Junkins, this is your karma. You think you can do anything you want in Edren County? Do you have that abilit