This was what Xayne was most concerned about. If the Emperor were involved, the enemy he faced would be too powerful. He had never imagined being at odds with Drakonia.Flame King shook his head and said, "The Emperor was not involved. The tragedy back then was orchestrated by Mr. Drake alone. Even the Emperor was deceived by him."Upon hearing this, Xayne took a deep breath.It had nothing to do with the Emperor.Then, he stared coldly at Flame King and asked, "Is everything you said true?"Flame King chuckled and said, "I know you won't believe me, so I left evidence of what happened back then."With that, Flame King retrieved a yellowed file folder from a drawer under the coffee table. He then pulled out a document and several photographs.As Xayne looked through the documents, the more he read, the angrier he became.Then, he looked at the photos. It was a scene of the heads of the big four meeting with Drake. Iyas was among them. The subsequent photos showed Drake appearin
The towering flames could be seen even from several miles away.Xayne arrived at the foot of the mountain, got into his car, and handed the file folder to Draven, saying coldly, "Verify the authenticity immediately. I'll wait here."Draven glanced at the documents in the file folder, his face filled with shock, and said, "Yes, Commander."With that, he jumped out of the car, got into another one, and drove straight to one of the branches of Dracarium in Drakonix.Meanwhile, Xayne remained where he was, waiting silently.Time passed by minute by minute.After about an hour, Draven, driving a jeep, rushed back. He slammed on the brakes and then jumped out of the car. He hurried over to Xayne and said, "Drakon King, I've checked it. The photos are real, with no signs of manipulation. Furthermore, the information in the documents is also authentic."Upon hearing this, Xayne took a deep breath and looked up at the sky, and his aura suddenly erupted, soaring to the heavens and coverin
Drake's face darkened quickly, a chill creeping into his expression. However, he concealed this well, so much so that even the Emperor did not notice.With a smile, he said, "A rising Divine Commander, Xayne, you're truly something. Nowadays in Drakonia, aside from the heads of the big four, their revered elders, and the reclusive masters of various groups, there are fewer than five young rising Divine Commanders like you."Hearing this, Xayne frowned. 'Is there really that many prodigious rising Divine Commanders around?'The Emperor chuckled, "Mr. Drake, while that's true, Xayne's achievement at his age is worth celebrating! Don't forget, he started late! It's been less than six years. Even the prodigies of KB Kings Circle can't match Xayne's rapid advancement."Drake nodded slightly. "Yes, Your Majesty is right. Even the prodigies of the KB Kings Circle can't compare to Xayne's speed. Xayne is indeed a genius among geniuses."With a serious expression, Drake looked at Xayne a
The statues, all carved from white marble and entwined with golden dragons and phoenixes, were varied in their poses—some brandishing swords skyward, others striking the earth with fists, and still others gazing at the stars with books in hand. Despite their diversity, the statues exuded an overwhelming sense of solemnity and grandeur.Behind this vast plaza stood the imposing and historic main gate of KB Kings Circle, comprising six massive, gilded redwood doors. Beyond these doors lay the main hall of the group, an ancient and dignified structure with black walls and blue tiles. Flanking the hall were two towering stone pillars that seemed to reach the sky.No one knew how long these pillars had stood, only that they had been there since the founding of the KB Kings Circle. They were adorned with carvings of rare beasts and ancient scripts, weathered by time.Surrounding Mount KB were smaller peaks, each housing different branch halls of the group. While not as grand as the main h
"Master, do you intend to have Ginga test Xayne's strength?" Drake's face was full of astonishment as he asked about Ginga.Klink nodded. "The KB Kings Circle's members have been secluded for too long. It's time for them to see the outside world. Ginga has the potential of a Divine Commander. It will be beneficial for him to gain some experience. You must protect him. He is the future of the KB Kings Circle and will achieve levels beyond mine."Upon hearing this, Drake pondered briefly before replying, "Yes, Master. I will ensure the young master's safety.""Is there anything else?" Klink asked, his voice tinged with impatience as Drake hesitated to leave.Drake quickly responded, "Master, before I came, Xayne met with me and the Emperor. He mentioned that Xander's loyal disciple gave him a letter during his time in Black Prison. The letter stated that the Heavenly Tome could help him reach the Divine Commander realm and even higher.""Xander," Klink murmured the name with a dark,
This was the essence of control over one's strength. Most people could not even lift the 500-pound black iron broadsword, let alone wield it with precision. But Ginga had been able to lift this sword since he was eight years old.The broadsword was crafted from meteoric iron by the eleventh group leader of the KB Kings Circle, a master weaponsmith. He forged nearly half of the weapons in the group's armory. Since its creation, only the eleventh group leader could wield this sword until Ginga came along. It was expected that a Divine Commander would easily lift such a sword, yet no one in the group could do so effortlessly—except for Ginga. At eight years old, his feat stunned the entire group, leading Klink to name him the young master of KB Kings Circle.As Drake watched Ginga practice his sword strikes, he approached respectfully, "Mr. Ginga."Ginga halted his practice, slowly sheathing the sword and wrapping it in a black silk cloth before slinging it over his back. He then b
At the same time, Xayne had returned to Folksworth. Throughout the few days of peace, Xayne spent his time at home, accompanying Coco and instructing Serena in self-defense techniques. At her request, he also taught her some advanced combat skills. Initially, he was concerned that Serena might find these techniques too harsh, but to his surprise, she persevered through them with determination.Serena had expressed her desire not to rely on Xayne for protection every time and to become strong and resilient on her own. To this end, Xayne devised a comprehensive training plan to make her as formidable as possible, aiming to bring her to the level of someone like Red Rose. According to the War Department's combat strength assessment, Serena had already reached the level of a Grand Master Warrior. Ordinary warriors would be no match for her, which was a testament to Xayne's meticulous guidance and training."How am I doing, honey?" Serena, clad in a tight training outfit and covered i
Xayne chuckled and hugged Serena, saying, "Don't worry, go ahead and negotiate confidently. I am your strong support."Serena playfully rolled her eyes at him, kissed him on the cheek quickly, and then got up, saying, "I'm off to pick up Coco."Xayne nodded, watching Serena leave. He then took out the throwing knife again, examining it closely. It still carried the aura left by that rising Divine Commander—a dense, overpowering presence that, while seemingly calm, felt like a thunderclap.As he pondered, his phone rang. Upon answering, he heard Hammond's anxious voice. "Xayne, where are you?"Xayne frowned. "I'm in Folksworth. What's going on?""What else could it be? The people from Healers Valley are coming after you!" Hammond's tone was urgent, clearly exasperated by Xayne's apparent nonchalance."Healers Valley? Let them come. This is the perfect opportunity to send them a warning. I am not to be trifled with," Xayne said coldly, his eyes flashing with determination.Hammond
Deanana glanced at Xayne as she coyly smiled. "Mr. Xayne, no need to be so reserved with me. After all, I used to be one of your admirers. I always thought you were an extraordinary man."Although it seems I misjudged you, still, you were a part of my girlish dreams. Don't let your current misfortunes bother you too much. People say a fallen phoenix is worse than a chicken, and while that's true, I happen to have a kind heart."Her words, though laced with laughter, were razor-sharp. Each one was a jab meant to cut deep.Her meaning was clear: "You might have been a shining star once, but now, you're nothing in my eyes—not even worth a second glance." Helping Xayne get his luggage was just an act, nothing more."Mr. Xayne, do you remember? Just a few years ago, at this very airport, you were returning from... oh yes, the Seven Nations Summit!"You know, I waited at the airport entrance for over four hours that morning just to get your autograph. But sadly, your security team didn'
"Heh, Miss Deanana, you also know that's all in the past. Even if he were still the King of the North, we live in peaceful times now. No one gets special privileges, right?" Dean chimed in smoothly, his tone laced with mockery."Dean! Do you even realize what you're doing?!" Aava could not hold back any longer, her eyes glaring fiercely as she clenched her fists in anger."Of course, I know what I'm doing, and I know neither of you are ordinary people. Thinking about hitting me? Don't forget, there are plenty of reporters over there. If you dare lay a hand on me, I'll make sure Xayne's reputation is ruined," Dean replied smugly.Dean's sneer widened into a wicked grin, the confidence radiating from him undeniable."Manager Dean, how about this? To be honest, I used to admire Mr. Xayne. Why don't you do me a favor and return his belongings? It would be a great gesture," Deanana interjected with a gentle smile.Upon hearing this, Aava bristled with fury. She knew Deanana was up to s
Dean's wild provocations quickly drew a crowd of onlookers.At that moment, a striking young woman stepped forward, removing her sunglasses as she made her way through the throng.The woman was dressed in an elegant black gown, the hemline revealing a pair of flawless, slender legs that caught everyone's attention. Her expression, however, was haughty, as though she looked down on everyone around her.She was Deanana Lovorka, the heiress of the Lovorka family conglomerate. While not exactly a household name, she was considered a minor socialite in the upper circles of Drakonix."Manager Dean, it's been a while!" Deanana greeted casually.As someone who frequently traveled abroad for business, Deanana was a familiar face at the airport and she had crossed paths with Dean on several occasions.But she was not here for a casual chat with Dean. It was far from it.She had come specifically to see Xayne.This was, after all, the legendary King of the North. Just six months ago, he w
"Do you have any idea whose luggage this is?" Aava asked coldly with a sharp and commanding tone.She was on the verge of revealing her special credentials—something she rarely used unless absolutely necessary. Xayne had been her hero, someone she deeply admired. The ridicule from Miodrag moments earlier had already pushed her to the edge, and now even a low-level airport staffer dared to humiliate him."Of course, I knew. Xayne, the King of the North six months ago; now he's just a regular civilian," the staffer replied with icy indifference. The staffer smirked. "Miss, do you think Xayne is still the mighty King of the North? There's no war, the capital isn't under siege, and he's utterly useless now. Take my advice—someone young and beautiful like you should stay far away from trash like Xayne. Get closer to someone like Young Master Dongfang instead. It'll do wonders for your future!"Dean swaggered over, cigarette dangling from his mouth, hands clasped behind his back. His ex
Upon hearing those words, both Xayne and Aava paused in surprise, then frowned in unison.The VIP lounge was clearly still operating as usual. Inside, over twenty people were relaxing—some reading newspapers and sipping coffee. There was no sign of any "closure" or "disinfection."It was obvious that this so-called announcement was deliberately targeting Xayne and Aava."Manager Li, isn't this going a bit too far? That's Xayne—formerly the King of the North. He has special privileges to use the VIP lounge. If this gets reported to higher-ups, we could all be in trouble…," whispered one of the airport staff, cautiously approaching Dean."Higher-ups? Haven't you heard? Young Master Lyuben already gave the order—anyone who sides with Xayne will see their entire family wiped out." Dean sneered, exhaling a cloud of smoke as he lit a cigarette."And even if the higher-ups find out, what can they do?" Dean added mockingly. "I'll admit, six months ago, I wouldn't have dared cross Xayne. B
Miodrag's laughter quickly caught the attention of onlookers in the bustling terminal. But their gazes were fixed not on him but on Xayne.The "King of the North" was a name nearly everyone recognized, yet no one dared approach him. Lyuben's warning had spread far and wide: anyone who got close to Xayne would face annihilation."Miodrag! What gives you the right to mock Mr. Xayne? Just hours ago, he was fighting on the front lines for this country. And you? What have you done besides indulge yourself in luxury?" Aava snapped with a sharp and clear voice."Heh, I pay taxes, don't I? Doesn't spending money generate tax revenue? Without people like me keeping the economy alive, what would Xayne have eaten in the north? Dirt?" Miodrag smirked, his tone dripping with mockery. He sneered and continued, "If not for us rich kids throwing around millions in donations every day, Xayne wouldn't even have warm dirt to eat!""Damn it! The nerve of that guy!""What's so special about the East
"Is it true that Xayne captured the so-called 'Lord of Light' alive?" Lyuben remained calm as he was playing a grand piano in the lounge."Indeed! Word is, the Lord of Light's master, Master Emin, was present as well. However, Xander also made an appearance. My analysis suggests it was Xander who forced Master Emin to retreat, while Xayne crippled the Lord of Light." An older man lowered his head respectfully as he spoke, his voice tinged with urgency."Oh? Defeating the Lord of Light… he must have had a trick up his sleeve. Was it some kind of tactic or setup?" Lyuben asked without betraying a hint of emotion."It's said that Xayne specializes in traps and ambushes. Otherwise, Hiram and his crew wouldn't have met their end in that mansion. Master Dongfang, you mustn't underestimate him!""Hmm?!" Lyuben's eyes shot open suddenly, piercing beams of icy resolve radiating toward the older man.The man immediately lowered his head further, not daring to meet the gaze of the young lead
"Lowes, what are you panicking for?" Zoro's cold gaze locked onto Lowes.Even though Lowes was several generations younger than him, as the head of the Bullard family, he had the status to stand on equal footing with Zoro."I'm not panicking, I just don't want to see more white funeral banners hanging at the Bullard family estate. If Xayne comes back and chooses to settle the score, do you think any of us can handle it? You might not know this, but back when King Quidie rebelled, even Klink didn't dare lay a hand on him," Lowes replied, his voice strained but steady.He paused, taking a long, slow breath to calm himself. "Put it another way, if Xayne comes for us, even KB Kings Circle won't step in to save us. If that doesn't scare you, then I don't know what will!"The air in the room grew colder. Lowes glanced around at the faces of the other family heads, hoping to see reason in their eyes. But then came a sneer.Zoro let out a low, disdainful chuckle. "Even if Xayne didn't die
"Xayne!" Zoro clenched his fists so tightly. If anyone had a grudge against Xayne, the Eastin family's hatred was no less than that of the Bullard family. Not to mention, Flamey had been killed by Xayne not long ago. This blood feud had to be settled.The Big Four weren't some weak, defenseless prey that Xayne could toy with as he pleased. For decades, the Big Four had controlled the heart of the Drakonia's economy. Every senator, governor, and political figure had to show them respect. But since Iver's death, the Big Four had lost their glow. People who once bowed their heads were now looking down on them. The root of all this was because of Xayne.That's why, after Flamey's death, the Eastin family had no choice but to call upon their master, a man who had been living in seclusion for decades. Every bit of information regarding Xayne's trip to Egenda, his plans, his contacts, and even his flight schedule had been deliberately fed to Lord of Light.They made it clear that the momen