Xayne raised an eyebrow and glanced at the cameras surrounding them, a cold smirk curling his lips. He lowered his gaze back to Lionel. "Do you think I care about any of this?"The chilling tone in his voice sent shivers down Lionel's spine."What do you think you're doing? I'll have you know, Xayne, you're no longer that untouchable figure. You're just an ordinary man now. If you dare to lay a finger on me, the Bullard family won't let you off easily!" Lionel shouted, panic lacing his voice."So it's the Bullard family backing you?" Xayne's cold laugh echoed, his eyes gleaming with a menacing light.Lionel's expression faltered as he realized he'd misspoken. He quickly backtracked, "What Bullard family? I have no idea what you're talking about."Xayne chuckled darkly. "Lionel, I've shown you mercy time and again, thinking you weren't worth killing. But your actions today have crossed a line. Therefore, I'm sorry, but I don't think you deserve to live anymore."With that, he lift
At that moment, Xayne's challenge and his demand for Hyenka to prepare his coffin ignited an inferno of fury within Hyenka.In an instant, a terrifying aura erupted from Hyenka, filling the hotel.Standing beside him, Lowes and the other members of the Bullard family felt the chilling pressure sweep over them.Hyenka's face darkened, and his eyes narrowed as they glinted with a murderous light. He was fixated on the scene of Xayne challenging him on the television screen."You arrogant brat! You're seeking death!" Hyenka roared, his fearsome presence shattering the screen into shards.Seeing this, Lowes and the others gasped in shock and hurriedly bowed to him. "Congratulations, Master Hyenka. Your strength has improved once again.""Master Hyenka, don't let your anger get the best of you. Xayne is merely an arrogant child. He's just signing his death warrant." Lowes quickly added.Hyenka scoffed, rising to walk to the window, gazing out over Folksworth, his voice cold. "In my e
Gilford hurriedly replied, "Mr. Winson, this person is currently at the Serena Group. He is the group's hidden boss, and his wife is the president of Serena Group. But he has another identity, which I don't know if Mr. Winson is aware of?"Winson frowned, casting a cold glance at Gilford. "Speak!"Gilford was startled by his gaze and quickly explained, "Mr. Winson, this person is the King of the North.""What? King of the North?"Winson's eyes widened in shock at the mention of this name, causing him to falter in his thirst for revenge.The King of the North was an unparalleled figure. If he were to make a move against the King of the North, that meant declaring war against Drakonia's combat division. The consequences would be unimaginable.Seeing Winson's expression change drastically, Gilford quickly added, "But don't worry, Mr. Winson. According to the Bullard family's intel, Xayne has already resigned from his combat division position as the King of the North and seems to hav
Xayne's eyes gleamed coldly as he led the group out of the conference room and down to the lobby on the first floor.At this moment, dozens of security guards lay scattered in the lobby, all spitting blood and unconscious.Seeing this scene, Serena and the others gasped, covering their mouths in sheer terror. Whoever did this was terrifying.Xayne, however, wore a solemn expression as he looked toward the few individuals standing in the lobby.Simultaneously, Winson noticed Xayne approaching and sneered, "Xayne, you finally showed up."Xayne frowned and coldly asked, "Who are you?"Winson chuckled sinisterly. "You killed my beloved disciple and still ask who I am? Very well, I will tell you. I am the prime leader of Xeejay Circle, Winson. I have come today to take your life and avenge my disciple."Upon hearing this, Xayne's expression darkened. "Prime leader of Xeejay Circle? I have never heard of it. Also, who is your disciple?"Winson was incensed by this response, shouting,
Winson's kneeling stunned everyone present.Gilford felt like his heart was collapsing under the weight of despair. The prime leader of Xeejay Circle was his biggest supporter. Yet now, Winson was kneeling before Xayne. The Holaf family had no leverage left."Mr. Winson." Gilford nervously glanced at Winson.However, Winson dared not even turn to look at him. The overwhelming pressure unleashed by Xayne kept him from lifting his head.Without Xayne's command, Winson didn't even have the courage to move."You want to kill me?" Xayne's cold gaze bore down on Winson.Cold sweat poured from Winson's brow at these words. Before he could respond, an elder in a robe strode into the Serena Group building."Master."The newcomer was none other than Esmond.He had seen the live broadcast and rushed over after hearing that Xayne had accepted Hyenka's challenge.Winson trembled at the sound of this voice.Turning slightly, he saw that the person standing respectfully opposite Xayne was
"Everyone has to take responsibility for their own choices," Xayne said as he turned and walked into the elevator.Esmond quickly followed him respectfully and silently without sparing Gilford another glance.As Xayne's footsteps faded away, Gilford's legs gave out, and he collapsed onto the floor.He knew the Holaf family was finished.That very afternoon, Leng Group launched a full-scale takeover of the Holaf family's businesses, and the out-of-state banks that had previously partnered with the Holaf family suddenly declared their neutrality.This was the final blow, driving the Holaf family further into ruin.Back upstairs in the office, Esmond bowed slightly and addressed Xayne, "Master, after killing the leader of Xeejay Circle, they will certainly bear a grudge. If I may suggest, perhaps it would be wise to wipe them out entirely."A gleam of greed flickered in Esmond's eyes.In truth, the Heaven Sword Circle had long sought to absorb the Xeejay Circle, but they had never
Lowes quickly set down his teacup and hurried toward Hyenka's room.At that moment, Hyenka was sitting with his eyes closed, quietly contemplating his next move. With Xayne out of the picture, he was thinking about expanding the Bullard family's influence and finally making them the most powerful of the Big Four."Master… we have a problem!" Lowes burst into the room as he was clearly shaken.Hyenka frowned slightly as he opened his eyes. "Lowes, you're the head of the Bullard family now. Why are you acting so reckless? Compose yourself!"Lowes hesitated before responding. "Uh… Master, Winson is dead!""Oh?" Hyenka's eyes widened in surprise. He quickly sat up. "So Xayne has reached the Bi-Divine Commander level?""No, Master. It wasn't Xayne who killed him. It was someone else. A white-haired old man. We're still trying to confirm his identity. Do you think we should postpone the duel until we figure out who this person is?""No!" Hyenka waved his hand as he cut him off. Xayn
News media outlets scrambled to reach Folksworth overnight to set up their cameras in the best spots to broadcast the Battle of the Century to the entire country. A frenzy had erupted online, with most people betting on Hyenka as the sure victor. The odds for Xayne winning were as high as twenty to one.Meanwhile, Esmond and the Leng family had placed nearly all their fortunes on Xayne, making this showdown one of the most anticipated events in recent history. Even the Emperor, in Drakonix, was paying close attention."Xayne, you mustn't lose to the Bullard family," the Emperor muttered as he stared at the starry night sky.By the next morning, Folksworth was packed to the brim, with tens of thousands of people crowding the central square. At the Bullard family's VIP platform, two elderly men sat statuesque in their presence. Lowes was nearby, serving tea and speaking in hushed tones. On the opposite side, the seats reserved for the Serena Group were empty, and Xayne and Serena we
As soon as Xayne's words fell, he took a step forward and launched himself into the air. His body shot up like a rocket, soaring toward the peak of Hundred Days Peak.Lyuben tilted his head back, gazing up at the towering cliff with a faint smirk. Without hesitation, he followed. Unlike Xayne's explosive ascent, Lyuben rose smoothly, his body lifting off the ground like he was being carried by an invisible current. He drifted upward, light as a feather, exuding an effortless grace that left the crowd below awestruck."Unbelievable! Did you see that? It's like he's being lifted by the wind!""Lifted by the wind? No, that's ascension!""Looks like Lyuben's the stronger one here!"Whispers rippled through the crowd as onlookers exchanged glances filled with wonder and disbelief. Hearing the chatter below, Lyuben's face lit up with smug satisfaction."Xayne, take one last look at this world's splendor. It's the last time you'll ever see it! In my eyes, you are not worth mentionin
"Xander! Xander! Xander!" The crowd cheered.All eyes turned toward him, their gazes a mix of disbelief and shock. For decades, rumors had circulated that Xander was dead. Yet here he was, standing right in front of them. He'd aged, sure, but his presence was calm, commanding, untouchable."Looks like everyone decided to show up today!" Xayne's eyes swept over the crowd, landing briefly on Emin and Death God. His gaze lingered just long enough to send a message, one only they would understand."Xander!" Emin's eyes burned with rage as he glared at Xander."Come on, Emin, don't lose your cool. Today's not about us old-timers. It's about watching these kids go at it. No point in us getting involved. Besides, with so many people here, it'd be a shame if innocent bystanders got caught in the crossfire," said Kenichi, rising from his chair with a smooth, practiced smile but there was a hint of killing intent in his eyes.Zoro's breath caught in his chest. He hadn't expected things to e
"Who's that guy? Rolling up with that much security?" Ammar glanced at the convoy at the foot of the peak. Even a helicopter hovered above, following the guards. There were at least a hundred bodyguards and they were all moving with precision, scanning the area."That's Roman Roland. Second heir of the Roland family. This guy's no small fry. He's the head of the most notorious crime syndicate in Eukrania. Controls multiple multinational corporations as fronts for his operations. He is a very dangerous person." Yves's eyes narrowed as he explained to Ammar.No sooner had he finished speaking, another convoy rolled up. The car doors opened and out stepped a tall, broad-shouldered man. His presence hit like a shockwave."Why is he here?" Yves asked, his voice dropping to a cautious murmur."He is…" Ammar asked as he glanced at the man that just arrived."Victor Valentine. The founder of Dark Arrow, the world's largest assassin syndicate. The guy's a legend. Escaped from maximum-secur
If it weren't for Yves's status, Zoro would have already made his move against him."Very well. Just don't regret it later, Mr. Zoro! I'm done here," Yves snapped, his voice sharp as broken glass.He spun on his heel and strode out of the Eastin estate, his steps echoing with each firm impact. From the balcony, Lyuben's eyes followed him with a sneer."Scared now, are we? Pathetic," Lyuben muttered, shaking his head.Zoro's cold gaze lingered on Yves's retreating figure, his expression unreadable but his presence oppressive. The air around him seemed to freeze, each breath turning crisp as frost.That night, crowds began gathering at Hundred Days Peak. They came early to claim the best vantage points for the coming showdown. No one in Drakonia wanted to miss this monumental clash.Even Jean couldn't stay away. He flew in from Folksworth, bringing with him a private entourage of twenty supporters from the Leng family. Their sole purpose was to rally behind Xayne and cheer him on.
"Zoro, I'm sure you've heard the rumors by now. The emperor is making moves, troop deployments, shifts in strategy, it's all happening right here in Drakonix. You know what that means just as well as I do. If there's any way to stop the duel tomorrow, I'm here to offer you some advice: Don't hurt the harmony between the Eastin family and the emperor," Yves said, his tone sharp with urgency.Zoro let out a dry, mocking laugh. "If I'm hearing you right, Yves, you're here to plead for Xayne, huh? Funny. Where were you when Xayne killed a member of my family? Flamey's body wasn't even cold before he'd moved on to his next target. And now, you expect me to show mercy? "It's too late, Yves. Some arrows, once drawn, can't be put back in the quiver. So, save your breath. This conversation is over! Please leave!" Zoro's face was like stone, cold and unmoving. Any trace of patience or courtesy had vanished. It was clear he had no intention of giving Yves an inch.Everyone knew the emperor ha
Chad's sharp, hawk-like eyes suddenly flared with intensity, his cloudy gaze cutting through the air like twin beams of light."Elder Chad, earlier, you mentioned something about 'no borders in kickboxing arts.' I'm afraid I'm not following. Could you explain what you meant?" Lyuben stepped forward, a mix of curiosity and concern etched on his face.Lyuben's words hung in the air. His confusion wasn't surprising. Over the years, White Blossom Mountain's dealings had grown more secretive, and any talks with external forces, like the Light Order, were always behind closed doors. Lyuben's mind, however, was focused elsewhere, on the future of the Eastin family and his ambitions.To him, his family's legacy and his rise in power mattered far more than any grand philosophy. As someone raised within the closed walls of White Blossom Mountain's teachings, even his feelings toward his parents were tepid at best.Chad's voice came slow but firm, like the steady toll of a great bell. "There
Meanwhile, at the Eastin family's estate, Zoro and his grandson, Lyuben, stood on either side of an elderly man.Seated across from the elderly man were none other than Emin and a middle-aged man dressed in a sleek black suit. The man was none other than the Death God of Fusion, a figure as infamous as he was mysterious, second only to Kenichi from Fusion.It was said that decades ago, he had already become Radiant Commander and reached a height that the world had looked up to."Emin, the agreement between us, or rather, the agreement between White Blossom Mountain and Light Order, it's time we discussed its fulfillment, don't you think?" the elderly man began, his voice low and deliberate.This elderly man was Chad Moet, the liaison elder for White Blossom Mountain's dealings with the secular world. It was he who orchestrated the clandestine pact between White Blossom Mountain and the Light Order."Elder Chad, the Light Order has always kept its promises. The benefits promised to
The two guards rushed out of the Emperor's Pavillion with urgent speed."Your Majesty, isn't all this a bit excessive?" Elder Waze stepped forward, his voice low but steady with concern."Excessive?" The emperor's eyes darkened, his voice icy. "Do you think Drakonia is afraid of two Radiant Commanders? Whether it's the Eastin family or Lyuben, none of them have the right to collude with foreign enemies and threaten me!"His voice boomed, filling the room with a commanding presence. "Drakonia is a powerful country. We are not cowed by outside forces, nor do we bend to internal betrayal. If they dare to scheme like this, they'd better be ready to face complete annihilation. When it comes to matters of national integrity, I will not compromise. Leave now!"Yves and the elders exchanged glances, caught off guard by the emperor's unyielding stance. With nothing more to say, they quietly exited the room.Meanwhile, in the estate on the outskirts of Drakonix's west district, Lyuben recli
The tension in the hall was palpable. Suddenly, the door swung open, and a young agent from the Black Ice Platform rushed in. "Chief! We have a situation!"He handed a report to Yves. His eyes scanned the document, and in an instant, his face hardened."What happened?" Elder Waze asked, stepping forward, his gaze locked on Yves's expression."Emin has boarded a flight to Drakonix. And Death God of Fusion was seen boarding a flight to Drakonix an hour ago. Emin is one of the Six Elysium Lords from the Light Order. As for Death God of Fusion, his background is more complicated. Two of them are flying in at the same time? You think they're just here to watch the fight?" Yves explained.Yves's gaze was fixed on the ground as he paced back and forth, the weight of the situation pressing on his shoulders. His fingers tapped the edge of the report, his mind running a mile a minute. Finally, he stopped and looked up, his eyes filled with determination. "This is too big to keep in-house. I'