Xayne rested one knee on the ground. He extended his hand to wipe her face and said, “I’m sorry. It’s all because I dragged you into this.”The sunlight shined through the window and cast a warm glow on the couple. The light illuminated Serena’s face, highlighting her flawless complexion. Her eyelashes were still slightly wet as she looked at Xayne with sorrow.She said, “I don’t fear implication. I would have died five years ago if I were. Xayne, I want to ask you a serious question. Can you handle the Lennings alone?"Xayne looked into Serena's eyes and caressed her cheek, replying, “Yes, I can. You must trust that I will never endanger you and Coco. Even if everyone wants to harm you, I won’t allow it. It’s my promise to you and Coco.”However, Serena grabbed his hand and looked at him affectionately. She shook her head and said, “There’s no need to make a vow. I believe you.”Xayne embraced her and allowed her to cry in his arms. He knew he owed her too much. Although Serena h
Violet’s words stunned Xayne.‘What does that mean? But Serena’s my wife!’Violet's actions were beyond disrespectful.Xayne clenched his fists and asked coldly, “What are you trying to do?!”"What am I trying to do?!" Violet scoffed. "You can only blame yourself for being incompetent. Sooner or later, the Lennings will come for you. When that happens, my family can resort to bribery, and the Lennings will surely spare us.“Do you honestly think Serena should stay widowed forever? I must find her a suitable husband quickly. Serena will become a Hyger family member if she marries Zachary. If the Lennings want to mess with us, they must consider the Hygers’ stance.“The Hygers have a reputation in Shalholm, unlike my family.” Violet had cunningly devised her scheme. She took the initiative to set up a safety net for herself and her family."I disagree!" Xayne said firmly, his eyes burning with anger as he turned to leave with Serena.However, Tony stepped forward and said, "Wheth
Violet shoved Xayne aside before scolding him, “What are you doing? Are you insane? How dare you be so rude to Mr. Zachary?!”Tony and Royce joined in the rebuke and apologized to Zachary profusely.Tony lowered his head, saying, “W-We’re sorry, Mr. Zachary. He just returned and has a hot temper. Please don’t take his impulsiveness personally.”Zachary was displeased as he adjusted his tie again. He pointed at Xayne and shouted, “Just wait, Xayne Xavier! I’ll keep you in mind.”Xayne clenched his fist to punch Zachary, but Serena held him back, saying, “Don’t! He’s the heir to the Hyger family, and we can’t afford to offend them. Don’t worry. Even if we go out for a meal, I won’t agree to my parents’ demands.”Xayne frowned and said, "Fine, then I'll go too."Violet panicked when she heard that. “You’re going too? Why would you do that? What are you even going to do there?”Zachary chuckled and mocked, “Ms. Serena, just let him come along. I want to show him the difference betwe
Xayne’s singular question stunned everyone.Zachary frowned as he chuckled disdainfully, “What did you say? You’re pretty witty, aren’t you? That’s just the room fee, you scum!”He was outraged and wished to pound Xayne to the ground. However, he did not want to lose his gentlemanly demeanor around Serena and her parents.Violet pulled Xayne harshly and glared at him, scolding, "Don’t speak if you have nothing nice to say! We’re at a five-star grand hotel, and the room fee is forty-five grand. Where would you get that much money from?”“My mother’s right! Don’t let jealousy get the best of you, Xayne. Mr. Zachary is simply better than you. Just follow us like a good boy and mooch off our meal. If you feel embarrassed later, you can leave and save us the effort of chasing you away,” Royce jeered.Meanwhile, Tony stood with his hands behind his back and scoffed. He looked at Xayne with even more contempt and displeasure.‘How can someone as impulsive and reckless as Xayne be a suit
The private room was extravagant, with dining, resting, and meeting areas. It even had a sprawling outdoor garden balcony featuring an infinity pool. One could feel the gentle breeze and gaze at the street and skyscrapers from the balcony.“Mr. and Mrs. Swift, Serena, please have a seat,” Zachary spoke courteously, refraining from sitting immediately.Violet smiled as she remarked, “Oh my, Mr. Zachary, you’re so polite to let your elders sit first. The more I see of you, the more I like you.”Soon, she, her husband, and her son took their seats. Violet was excited as she patted the seat under her, saying, “Oh, these chairs are genuine leather? They’re simply too extravagant!”Finally, Zachary took the head seat and smiled. “Of course, otherwise, this room wouldn’t be worth forty-five grand, right? The staff replace these chairs daily, each costing about seven hundred dollars. I’m afraid it’s even higher than most people’s salaries.”As he spoke, he looked mockingly at Xayne and Se
Although Serena was unwilling to stay, Violet forced her to sit down.The atmosphere turned awkward as Zachary clapped for the hotel’s waitresses in split red dresses to attend to them. The waitresses carried gold-trimmed cloches as they entered.Highly-trained chefs had prepared each dish, made from imported ingredients. They were exquisite and expensive. Violet and Royce drooled when they looked at the table full of delicacies."Oh my goodness! I've never seen dishes that look like precious gems!" Violet could not help but praise the dishes.Royce was equally eager as he picked up his utensils and ate. Immediately after, he exclaimed, "These are delicious! Mom, you have to try these!"Without regard for etiquette, Violet happily picked up her utensils and followed suit. With each bite, she praised, "It's so delicious! Mr. Zachary, you made an excellent choice with this place. These dishes are fit for royalty."Zachary smiled and responded, "I'm glad you’re enjoying yourself, Mr
Tony’s expression turned grim as he said, “Heed my advice, Serena. The Lennings will eventually come for Xayne. You need a suitable husband to support you immediately. Mr. Zachary is an excellent choice.”Tony did not want to pressure his daughter, which might lead to an irreversible situation.Serena’s heart ached when her parents and younger brother pressured her into remarrying for their benefit. She wiped her tears and said with a hint of resentment, “No, I will never agree! I won’t eat a thing. Xayne, we’re leaving.”She turned to leave while Xayne picked up Coco.Violet became anxious and hurried to grab Serena, saying, “All right, all right! Don’t leave yet. We won’t pressure you anymore, okay? Mr. Zachary has been a gracious host, so you can’t storm out like that. At least eat something, will you? Come on, sit.”She realized she was too hasty and needed to approach the situation more cautiously.Serena reluctantly pulled her chair and sat down, displeased.Meanwhile, Zac
Xayne’s explanation sent a chill down everyone’s spine.'You've got to be kidding!'In the past, Xayne split the 450 cases of Romanee-Conti’s Grand Cru red wine among his soldiers for them to enjoy. In addition, the curator of the Forbes Galleries once asked Draven, the leader of the four Dracoguards, to present the 1787 Chateau Lafite Rothschild Bordeaux to Xayne as a tribute.However, Xayne refused, not because he could not appreciate a good wine but because he knew not to trust those foreigners who might have ulterior motives.Zachary’s expression turned grim as he slammed the wine bottle onto the table. He pointed at Xayne and thundered, “What did you just say?! Are you underestimating me? Can you even show me such an expensive wine?”He was furious because Xayne pointed out that his wine was not the most expensive. However, an average person could never afford a $3,500 bottle.‘Who does this bastard think he is? He has no right to look down on me, the heir to the Hyger famil
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