At this critical moment, the tactical prowess of the Supreme Black Dragon soldiers truly shone through. The area was a forest, offering ample cover among the trees. They often trained here and were familiar with the terrain. As they retreated, they continuously moved sideways to find more cover.Just a little longer, and the reinforcements would arrive."No, we can't retreat into that clearing. If they throw grenades there, we'll have nowhere to hide. We can't go that way!" A Supreme Black Dragon soldier shouted.However, if they did not move in that direction, they would be exposed to enemy fire, making them sitting ducks."I'll engage the enemy. You guys, get moving!" One of the squad leaders ordered, charging forward to draw fire.Only two Supreme Black Dragon soldiers were left to protect Jessica, one of whom was injured."Princess Jessica, don't be afraid. We'll protect you," the injured soldier reassured her."Okay, I trust you," Jessica replied, surprisingly calm."At ti
"Ah, I can't see! Help!"Several assailants were blinded by the sand and dirt Xayne kicked, rubbing their eyes furiously. Xayne seized the opportunity, pulling the trigger and taking down another dozen enemies.After two rounds of Xayne's bullets and the previous firefight with the Supreme Black Dragon soldiers, the original group of fifty attackers had dwindled to fewer than ten, including Yaori and Enrick, who were still holding Jessica captive."How can someone be this powerful? We need to retreat now, or we're done for. Enrick, grab the woman, and let's get out of here!" Yaori shouted.They had been hiding in the back near the camp's entrance. Using their fallen comrades as cover, they turned to flee."I said, since you've come here, none of you are leaving." Xayne's voice was cold as he charged toward the attackers, taking them down before they could fire.Only three attackers remained—Yaori, Enrick, and one other who had stayed out of the fight until now."People of Drakon
Her eyes sparkled with determination, but the bloodshed nearby snapped her back to reality.It was clear that without Jessica as a hostage, Enrique would have been obliterated by Xayne's attack."Are you still planning to resist?"Xayne appeared in front of the gang leader in an instant.The Supreme Black Dragon and his reinforcements had arrived, surrounding Yaori. Dozens of guns were aimed at him, ready to shoot at the slightest misstep.Yaori felt a chill run through his body. He knew this mission was a failure.Just moments ago, he had almost escaped with Jessica to claim his hefty reward back home.However, this powerful man had appeared out of nowhere, killing all his men and even his most trusted ally, Jerry, with a single punch.He hated this guy to the core."Let go of Jessica, or we'll shoot you dead!" shouted the Supreme Black Dragon."You… you stay back, or I'll blow this woman's head off!" Yaori barked, pressing his gun to Jessica's neck."I know she's a princes
Yaori pointed at Xayne."What?" The Supreme Black Dragon glanced at Xayne, who remained silent."You damn bastard, you killed so many of my men! They've been with me through thick and thin for years. As their leader, I must avenge them," Yaori said venomously, glaring at Xayne."That's impossible!" The Supreme Black Dragon refused decisively.There was no way he would let Xayne die."Impossible? Let's see what gives you the right to say that!"Yaori suddenly pressed the gun hard against Jessica's head, about to pull the trigger.At that moment, he felt an overwhelming killing intent envelop him.Seizing the opportunity, Xayne raised his hand, launching several needles from his fingers.In an instant, the needles flashed in mid-air, striking Yaori's gun-holding arm.With a sharp cry, Yaori's right arm went numb, and the gun fell to the ground.As he bent down to retrieve the gun, a figure, swift as a shadow, charged at him. Then, the figure delivered a powerful kick to Yaori'
After dealing with the thugs, Xayne followed the Supreme Black Dragon back to the command center.As soon as they arrived, a call came in for the Supreme Black Dragon from the northern region."Xayne, something's happened in the Northern Plains!" The Supreme Black Dragon approached Xayne with a grave expression, handing him the phone.Xayne frowned, taking the phone. "What's the matter?" he asked coldly."Commander, our men have encountered trouble. There are casualties," came Ace's voice from the Northern Plains command center, his tone filled with anger and eyes red with fury."Damn it! What happened exactly?" Xayne's face was filled with rage. Training a Northern Plains soldier took immense effort. Each one was precious to him. They were not just subordinates but comrades and brothers."I don't know all the details, but it seems to be related to the Pavona. Our men were likely killed by them," Ace said, his fists clenched and eyes burning with murderous intent."I see. I'm he
Xayne's expression remained impassive."This is the truth. If what I said does not add up, I am willing to take responsibility," Baxford said firmly."Do any of you have anything else to add?" Xayne nodded, turning to the others."I do. Baxford didn't mention one thing. After they killed our brothers, they spread rumors in the international media, claiming that Drakonia coveted their technology, which led to them shelling us. They twisted the soldiers' deaths, alleging that we were attempting to steal blueprints at night, causing the accidental deaths by shelling." An officer raised his hand, his teeth clenched."And you didn't consider striking back?" Xayne asked."Of course, we did, but someone suggested that we should pay attention to our international image, so we kept the anger in check until now," Baxford growled, his body trembling uncontrollably.It was understandable why Baxford lost his composure. When brothers were gunned down and the perpetrators turned the tables, th
In the eyes of the 300,000 Northern Plains soldiers present, there was pride—pride in having many brave comrades, pride in having such a wise commander."Commander, what about the higher-ups?" Ace asked cautiously. It was not out of fear, but as one of Northern Plains's Dracoguards, he needed to consider more for Xayne."I've said that if anything happens, I'll take responsibility. Besides, I'm sure nothing will happen. Drakonia will not let us suffer. Relax," Xayne replied."All right." Ace nodded, no longer speaking, but he also hoped to avenge his comrades."Commander, Pavona is once again distorting the facts in the international news. Do you want to take a look?" Baxford asked.Xayne nodded, took it, and read it."According to a Pavona frontline journalist, the Northern Plains army of Drakonia, aware of its guilt, has retreated a hundred kilometers beyond the border, proving that the Drakonia's military has acknowledged its wrongdoing."It is clear that the Drakonia's milit
"It seems like tens of thousands of them are pressing forward. Are they crazy?" Minte exclaimed, his face full of shock."Don't worry. Even if they have numbers, as long as our men engage in battle, we can eradicate them," Saxi shouted confidently."That's true," Minte replied, calmly pulling the alarm.The alarm sounded instantly. In Drakonia, soldiers would have gathered within a minute at the sound of this emergency signal.However, three minutes had passed, and the Pavona soldiers still hadn’t fully emerged from their barracks. Those who did come out were drowsy, disoriented, and disheveled. Some even came out shirtless and without their weapons.Northern Plains Army's tank units paid no heed to whether Pavona was ready, launching a fierce bombardment.In an instant, the sky was ablaze, and the ground shook violently.Pavona’s camp was clustered in one place, so the Northern Plains soldiers did not need to aim. They just fired in one direction.It wasn’t until shells explod
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
"In the end, his ambitions were never realized. When he attempted to merge all five Dragon's Hearts, he died. After his death, the Dragon's Hearts vanished without a trace. That's why the Light Order has always kept a close eye on Drakonia, especially on the methods Commander Zedd used to track down those Dragon's Hearts," Joe explained.Hearing this, Xayne was utterly stunned. He had never imagined that over a century ago, Commander Zedd had possessed five Dragon's Hearts. That would have been a time when Drakon Destiny was on the rise. However, because of the failed fusion, Commander Zedd lost not only his life but also Drakon Destiny's, which declined, leading to the humiliations and defeats that followed over the next century."So you're saying the Dragon's Hearts are tied to the fate of a nation?" Xayne asked, his shock evident."Absolutely. Based on our research, there's no doubt about it. The fate of Drakonia is linked to the Dragon's Hearts. Every time someone successfully f
In the VIP lounge of the airport, Xayne and Aava were waiting for their flight. Not long after, a tall, broad-shouldered young man strode in. He scanned the room briefly before his eyes locked onto Xayne and Aava. Without hesitation, he walked straight toward them. "Mr. Xayne, I'm sorry for the wait. I was sent here by Yves."The young man sized up Xayne, his eyes flashing with surprise when he saw that Xayne was completely unharmed. Word had spread about Xayne's clash with Lord of Light, a confrontation that even drew out a Radiant Commander figure, Emin. Yet here Xayne was, perfectly fine. It was hard not to be impressed.As Yves's right-hand man, Joe Zhird knew better than to underestimate someone like Xayne. His respect was evident in his tone and demeanor. With his status as the top lieutenant of Black Ice Platform, even the heads of prominent families would approach him with courtesy. But right now, it was Joe who was showing deference to Xayne, and this caught Aava by surprise