Pierre looked at Ashton. He did not blink for a long time."More than ten days later, the Chart of Champions will soon start a battle in Imperial Capital. Generally, this kind of event that determines the life and death of each family and divides the land will inevitably set up multiple gambling accounts underground. At that time, you can sell your property or raise funds frantically. Just bet on the Levin family to win.""Of course, if you don't have enough money, it's okay for me to borrow some to you, but I know you won't borrow money from me." Ashton grinned.Pierre opened his mouth, "The Chart of Champions... I seem to have heard of it. It seems to be a martial arts duel between the top forces fighting for power, dividing the territories. Ashton, you, are you sure?""Yes." Ashton nodded with great certainty."Damn it!" Pierre jumped up from the ground, "Then I will do it, and I will pawn all the houses and cars I own. Coupled with my factory and private assets, I can gather q
"Look at you, you're in trouble. Can't you tell me the truth now?"Cassia broke free from Tigdos and ran towards Ashton."Why are you here? Why did you come?" Cassia's anxious tears were about to roll down her cheeks."I'm here to look for you, of course I will show up here." Ashton said bluntly."Are you a fool? I had a reason to leave before you woke up. Why did you not just accept it as it is?" Cassia cried."That's why I'm here to help you. You're the foolish one here. Why don't you tell me if you are facing any difficulties? Do you think I can't solve it?" Ashton looked at her, his heart softened for no reason, and he reached out and patted her head.Why do he had to disappoint the people who loved him every time, and why did he had to go soft on the wrong people every time?It was like this for Yanne, and Kendra too, so what about Cassia, who has been waiting for him for nearly ten years? Ashton did not want to make the same mistakes again.This time, Ashton decided to fo
"Hmm?"Several confused voices sounded at the same time, and then Knivo followed the voice and found that the speaker was actually the young man that he had completely ignored, and he could not help but sneer."What did you say?" Knivo dug his ears and looked at Ashton jokingly."I said, I did not agree to this. Who are you to take her away?""Ash, I know you want to save me, but it's not working anymore. I've never done anything for you. Let me protect you, okay? At least, no matter what happens next, I won't have too many regrets." Cassia looked at him imploringly.Ashton did not speak, but pulled her to stand behind him and took a step forward at the same time."It's interesting, boy, tell me your name. I never someone I don’t know the name of." The expression on Knivo's face was like a cat teasing a mouse."My name is Ashton Levin. I'm from South Edren. I am an ancient technique practitioner. At the same time, I have also been Cassia's friend for many years. Now, I am her lov
As the chaos unfolded, Ashton's face retained its gentle smile, unaffected by the scene.A decade of rigorous training was nothing compared to his recent years on the run in South Edren.He had once strictly adhered to the Levin family's training methods. After a revelation, though, he had started to adopt an ancient technique passed down from his mother.Years of hardship had made him unstoppable.Blades flew at him from all directions, but Ashton moved with the speed and precision of a lightning strike, deflecting every attempt. With mere flicks of his hand, metal shattered.Then, with a swift gesture, he pulled two adversaries toward him. A pulse of raw power erupted from Ashton, launching them airborne like rag dolls, crashing hard onto the street.In an instant, two formidable opponents lay defeated.Of the members from the Seven Kills Alliance, only Mystikk stood unscathed."There's never a shortage of skeptics in this world, is there?" Ashton said.Behind him, Cassia st
A droplet-shaped black mark marred her arm, its center spreading out into a dense network of spider-web-like lines. The darkest tendrils had even reached her shoulder."When was this Darkspawn curse placed?" Ashton asked, his gaze fixed on her.Cassia shook her head, her eyes filled with uncertainty.Ashton then turned his attention to Eleanor, Tiguno, and Tigdos. They remained silent."I am not known for my patience. I expect an answer within ten seconds." A subtle yet powerful pressure suddenly weighed on the three. The frail old woman nearly collapsed under its weight."Six months ago."Six months ago, the Murdock family sought out the Chieftain of the Dark Thunder Sect. The Chieftain began to search for a suitable host for the Darkspawn curse, a person with pure Dark Essence in her body. He chose our family, promising prosperity for fifty years once the task was completed. He also agreed to allow our family members to learn and train at Mount Dark Thunder.""So, you were rea
"What did you say?"A dangerous glint flashed in the Dark Thunder Sect Chieftain's eyes. His gaze locked onto Ashton, who was seated comfortably."If you had immediately knelt and apologized to Cassia upon entering, admitted your wrongs and offered compensation, and demonstrated a willingness to die for your cause, I might have spared the Dark Thunder Sect. But clearly, you have squandered that lone opportunity.""Who are you? Such audacity!" The Dark Thunder Sect Chieftain remained silent, but his attendant was already seething with rage."Master, he is the one who purged the Darkspawn from Cassia's body," Eleanor Andrade said, her face etched with a bitter smile."What did you say? Him? You can't even handle a mere boy. What a useless bunch you are!" The Dark Thunder Sect Chieftain's face was a mask of barely restrained fury."Heh, you old fool, a mere boy? Master Levin's skills are beyond your comprehension." Mystikk retorted mockingly."So, the scum from the Seven Kills Alli
Dark Thunder, a unique energy form, was not exactly thunder. It evolved from dark techniques like the Silver Soul Technique. As legends believed, it was the primal soul energy in a human body attacking the soul.The soul was the most challenging aspect to cultivate. Even a grandmaster was not significantly superior to an ordinary person in that regard. A single strike from the Dark Thunder could scatter the soul, resulting in instant death.That move was feared by many. One could not fight confidently without knowing how to defend against it.Despite his lack of overwhelming power, the Dark Thunder Sect Chieftain was a figure of terror. Even those of grandmaster status dared not cross him, fearing the deadly strike of his Dark Thunder. Worse still, they feared becoming his next puppet, their bodies manipulated even after death."Master Levin, tread carefully. One hit from the Dark Thunder, and it's over. It's an eerie thing!" Mystikk's voice echoed from afar, having already whisked
At that moment, Ashton seemed like a deity, shaping reality with his words.Thunder rumbled under the clear sky.In the night, a deep, intense purple hue appeared.A thunder pillar thundered toward them the next second.Ashton appeared as a war deity holding a thunder pillar; one hand plunged into the thunder. A single slash split the winery in half.At that moment, it seemed like his sword had split the underworld as well.The Dark Thunder Sect Chieftain lay burned and charred in the wreckage.Bladen, Knivo, and Mystikk emerged from the shadows. Though less affected by the energy blast, they felt their eardrums tearing, their pupils exploding, and the intense light piercing their retinas and reaching deep into their minds."This...this ..." Mystikk's hands and feet trembled, an uncontrollable chill gripped his body, and his black pupils had shrunk to a pinprick.A pit over ten feet deep and dozens of yards long appeared before everyone, its center being the winery's heart.O