Xayne remembered the terrifying technique of the Yin-Yang Lord. With just a single pointed finger, he had been plunged into an endless illusion in front of his eyes. He surely would have perished under that attack if he hadn't already merged with the Crimson Dragon's Heart. Light, fire, and shadow were the three natural forces that could create illusions potent enough to deceive any opponent.Though he had merged with the Golden Dragon's Heart, Xayne had never attempted this particular formation before. Now was the time.With a single decisive finger-point, the space around him trembled as though bending under the pressure. Vinny prepared to counter, raising his palm to strike, but suddenly, everything before him went pitch black.He had no idea what was going on.Warren's estate, the law enforcement officers, and Rory had all vanished. Even Xayne was nowhere to be seen. With his hand raised, Vinny stood paralyzed in this dark void, eyes darting back and forth in utter confusion.
He wanted to torture a seven-year-old child, even suggesting skinning their legs. No human could speak such words."Rory, just kill yourself. Otherwise, I'll make sure you suffer a fate worse than death." Xayne's voice was frigid as he commanded.No matter who Rory was, Xayne would never let him go alive. He would avenge both Warren's and Hammond's families."Xayne! I'm warning you. I came here under the Emperor's orders to investigate Warren and Hammond! Don't forget, you're no longer the King of the North!" Rory pointed at Xayne and shouted angrily as he saw that Xayne refused to let him go."Xayne, enough. Let him go. If you kill him, the Emperor will…" Warren tried to intercede."Warren, if the Emperor questions it, I will bear the consequences. But this man must die today," Xayne replied firmly.With that, Xayne turned to Dragos and summoned him."Yes, sir!" Dragos replied, shaking with rage, itching to tear Rory to pieces and feed him to the dogs.Seeing the murderous int
With a wave, Xayne signaled the law enforcement officers to leave. Relieved to escape, they scrambled to their feet and ran, not bothering to retrieve Rory's body.As the officers disappeared, Xayne approached Warren and said, "Warren, it's no longer safe for you here. Why not come back with me to Folksworth?""Return to Folksworth?" Warren shook his head slowly. Leaving was no longer an option for him. Warren knew that with Rory's death here and the Emperor's men already watching, any sudden relocation would appear suspicious."I appreciate your kindness, Xayne, but if Hammond and I were to leave now, it would only give our enemies more to use against us. The Emperor will get the truth about Rory's death, and I cannot abandon my home." He paused, then added, "However, can I entrust my grandson to your care?"At that, Warren called over his grandson, a seven-year-old boy who clung tightly to his grandfather's leg and refused to leave."Wade, you need to be brave and obey Xayne," W
Before long, an elderly man emerged from inside the courtyard, opened the gate, and glanced around before inviting Hilton in."I must see Albert at once," Hilton said urgently."Of course, please follow me. Albert is having tea in the back hall," the elder replied, leading him to the rear of the courtyard.In front of a pavilion, a white-haired elder was leisurely sipping tea, engrossed in an ancient book. He would occasionally pause to reflect, closing his eyes in thought."Albert! We're in serious trouble!" Upon seeing the elder, Hilton hurried over, his expression fraught with panic."What's happened? You're the national advisor. Why are you so flustered? Has the new ruler turned against you?" Albert observed Hilton with calm eyes."No, it's not the new ruler. A few days ago, I acted on your advice and recommended that the Emperor eliminate Warren and the others. The Emperor hesitated, prompting me to send people to inquire about them at their ancestral home."Albert nodded s
Meanwhile, a group of young men retreated quietly from the grove several dozen meters from the secluded courtyard. They stealthily made their way back along the mountain path, heading straight for the Emperor's Pavillion in Drakonix.The Emperor was busy with his official duties inside the pavilion when a palace attendant hurriedly entered and whispered something in his ear."Let Henry in." The Emperor set aside the documents in his hands, stood up, and ordered, "Everyone else, leave. Anyone who dares to enter will be executed on the spot without my permission!""Yes, Your Majesty!" The attendants and maids exited the pavilion.Soon, a young man was brought before the Emperor. Once the pavilion doors were firmly shut, the Emperor lowered his voice, "Well? What have you found?""We tracked him down. On the outskirts of Drakonix, there's a courtyard. Hilton entered it and didn't leave for a long time. But we managed to plant a bug on him a few days ago.""What did you hear?" the Em
The three children were the descendants of Warren and Hammond, entrusted to Xayne for protection."Your Majesty," Xayne said, glancing at the children with a hint of hesitation. "It is crucial for Drakonia that we expose Hilton's background and root out the forces behind him. However, these children are innocent, and we can't let the lineages of the esteemed elders be wiped out."Looking around, Xayne realized that the Emperor's Pavillion was the safest place for the children. While he had considered relocating Warren and Hammond's families to Folksworth, the danger in doing so outweighed the benefits. Folksworth could become a battlefield. If anything were to happen there, he would never forgive himself.The Emperor nodded, his gaze settling on the children. "So, these are Warren and Hammond's grandchildren?""Yes. Before I arrived, I eliminated a man named Rory, as well as a figure who had been missing for years, Vinny."This was Xayne's primary reason for coming today.The Emp
After a further secret discussion with the Emperor, Xayne boarded the helicopter alone. Dracarium would be fully mobilized to capture and dismantle the forces behind Hilton. Therefore, Xayne needed to head to Dracarium's headquarters and coordinate the plan in detail.Meanwhile, Dragos stayed in Drakonix to safeguard the Emperor, marking the beginning of the final confrontation. An invisible net had already been cast wide, though Hilton remained unaware, awaiting Albert's response.After a long while, Albert emerged from a hidden chamber, his face dark as he cast a cold glance at Hilton. "The circle master intends to advance the plan. Can the Imperial Guards carry out this mission?"Without a second thought, Hilton nodded confidently. "Of course. The Imperial Guards have long been under my control and are ready to sacrifice themselves for the circle master at any moment."Albert paced with his hands behind his back. "In three days, the circle master will arrive in Drakonix. During
"Drakon King, getting into Hilton's home is no easy task. We've observed that just the overt guards are no less than ten Celestial Dracarium Commanders or above. And I suspect that there are also Divine Commanders hiding in the shadows," Draluna reported.Bribing Hilton's household was almost impossible. For experts of such caliber, money was no enticement. They could amass vast wealth if they wished, and betraying Hilton for any reason other than loyalty was even more far-fetched."Then, intercept his calls around the clock. Report any updates to me immediately," Xayne commanded.Since monitoring was impossible, extraordinary means had to be utilized.Although intercepting Hilton's mobile phone through radio waves consumes a huge amount of manpower and material resources, it was worth it for the safety of Drakonia."Understood, we'll monitor his every move starting tonight," Draluna assured him."Have there been any movement in the major military theaters?" Xayne paced, hands be
"This man has truly mastered the essence of White Blossom Mountain Circle. It seems Xayne faces insurmountable danger in this battle," said Kenichi Miyamoto, his gaze sharp and unwavering.Xander remained silent. Even though his heart was heavy, he knew this fight was a crucible for Xayne—his chance to break through his limits.If Xayne could unleash the same power he displayed in Kaman, Lyuben would not stand a chance.What baffled Xander was the existence of these formations. Many of these ancient techniques had been lost to Drakonia for nearly a thousand years. Yet here they were, preserved within the great mountains.It was clear now—the true mysteries of Drakonia lay hidden within these sacred peaks. Only by unraveling their secrets could they understand why the ancient formations had vanished, and why the Five Dragon Hearts had scattered all those centuries ago.Both the Light Order and Drakonia's high-level officials were still searching for answers.Atop Hundred Day Peak,
The battle unfolding was beyond anyone's imagination—a clash of titans that defied the limits of reality.On one side, Xayne flicked his wrist, sending his Ravenclaw Dagger slicing through the air, aimed straight at Lyuben.But just as the dagger closed within a foot of its target, a radiant barrier erupted beneath Lyuben's feet.It was not a wall of air. It was a wall of light.The spectacle stunned everyone watching.Air walls were a known force, visible only due to the dust particles suspended in the air. But the light was on another level. There was no sound of metal clashing. No sparks from resistance. Instead, the Ravenclaw Dagger struck the light barrier and instantly rebounded, hurtling back toward Xayne with deadly precision."Oh my God!" What the hell was that?!" Is this some kind of sci-fi trick?!" The crowd erupted in shock.Everyone had witnessed the sheer brutality of Xayne's dagger during his fight with Iver. It was a weapon that had torn through everything in i
With a mere wave of Lyuben's hand, the entire Hundred Day Peak trembled violently. The ground rumbled with a deafening roar as countless boulders broke free, tumbling from the cliffs and crashing down in a chaotic cascade.The scene was beyond anything the crowd had ever witnessed.All eyes were locked on Lyuben, disbelief written across every face.Hundred-Day Peak was nothing more than an unremarkable hill nestled in the Kowoon Mountain, west of Drakonix. Yet, this insignificant peak was connected to the vast, sprawling mountain chain.And now, as it quaked beneath Lyuben's power, it felt as though the entire northern land was trembling in response.Birds erupted from the treetops, fleeing in terrified flocks. Beasts bolted in every direction as if some apocalyptic disaster was about to descend upon them."This… is this what they call the power of heaven?! I thought this kind of strength only existed in myths! Can a Divine Commander do this?!" Ammar's face turned ashen as his v
The heat of summer still hung in the air, but something was off. Suddenly, the surroundings began to shift. The golden glow of the sun faded, replaced by a chilling autumn-like breeze. Leaves that had been lush and green moments ago now browned and crunched underfoot as they fell in slow, spiraling arcs. The change was so drastic, so surreal, it could only be described as supernatural."Feeling it now, Xayne?" Lyuben called out, his eyes glinting with pride as he stood atop the peak, his voice carrying the weight of absolute certainty. "We're the same age, but years ago, I could already command the world like this. And you? Even now, you can't do it. Admit it. You have no right to stand on the same stage as me!"Every word of Lyuben was filled with extreme arrogance, his eyes looked down upon all directions, and everyone under his feet seemed to be an ant. To everyone below, Lyuben was no longer just a man, he was something far more. A being who could bend the seasons to his will.N
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