‘The Northern Plains might flatten Yostow province,’ Deuce thought.The coldness in Xayne’s eyes intensified as he continued, “Visit Lieutenant Noel at Clovelly and inform him that the Northern Plains’ Supreme Commander expects none of his subordinates to retaliate. If a single soldier steps out of line, I will regard it as defiance against the Northern plains.”“Yes, sir!” Deuce replied.Soon after, several cars dashed away from the Yowes’ residence, returning to their temporary hotel.Over ten minutes later, the Yostow’s nine major cities, prominent families, enterprises, and governing institutions received a strange phone call.“You must all sever dealings and cooperations with the Yowes in one day. We will obliterate the Yowes from the Yostow province. Those defiant will face severe consequences. Do not say we did not warn you!”Boom!The phone call shook the nine cities. Immediately after, central business chambers, alliances, and underground forces convened urgent meetings
Brennan took a drag from his cigar, saying, "That’s what I've been worried about. The information we gathered on Xayne doesn't add up."Maximillian fell silent, his eyes gleaming coldly. He declared, "Investigate Xayne immediately! We must uncover his true identity!""I've already told someone to do it. We should have news shortly," Brennan said with a slight smile.Soon after, a subordinate knocked on the door and entered. The man held a document and said, "Mr. Maximillian, Mr. Brennan, this is an urgent message from Shalholm."Brennan took the document, opened it, and scanned it. Suddenly, all his cheerfulness vanished. He stood up with widened eyes as he stared at the document’s contents in shock. He exclaimed, “How can this be? He’s…”Maximilian snatched the document from Brennan. Soon, the former’s expression turned grim. He said, “Our initial information was incorrect! No one expected him to be a former Northern Plains soldier. How intriguing!“Someone from the Lennings was
Xayne continued, “Get a thousand troops to surround the hotel. I also want five thousand men to encircle Clovelly’s seven major underground forces. Kill anyone who refuses to surrender. Tell the remaining troops to surround the Yowes’ residence.”“Yes, sir!” Deuce responded.As over a thousand armed thugs surrounded the hotel, a black Bentley appeared at the hotel's entrance. Brendan exited the car, emanating a cold aura. After all, he was the head honcho of the underground forces."Big Bren!" A thunderous roar sounded in front of the hotel. Everyone raised their machetes and steel rods, looking at Brennan with reverence.Brennan glanced at the eager fighters behind him, smiled, and bellowed, "Men! Capture Xayne and the others for me!""Yes, sir!"Over a dozen imposing fighters brandishing their weapons barged into the hotel. However, several figures plummeted from the top floor ten minutes later. They shattered glass and crashed to the ground.Thud! Thud, thud!These men died
The thugs were stunned as they exchanged puzzled glances. Their eyes widened when they saw the two figures at the hotel’s entrance. The thugs gasped, wondering what was happening.They noticed one of the men wearing a Drakonian army uniform with blue and gold patterns under his black robe. It was a uniform the commanders wore in parades. It was terrifying.The thugs were dumbfounded and frightened. They felt a chill run down their spines as they stared at an unbelievable scene.‘Are those two from the Drakonix Military?!’Brennan was flabbergasted. He became wide-eyed, and his breath quickened.Meanwhile, Xayne remained rooted at the hotel entrance in his Drakonian army uniform.“W-Who are you?! How do you have that uniform?” Brennan panicked as his forehead dripped with sweat. The uniform alone could intimidate the thugs. Still, Brennan would not surrender. After all, the Yowes had two commanders, with the lowest being a Legend Warrior.Deuce stood behind Xayne, also in his mil
Daring to make a move against such a person would be suicide. At that moment, Xayne roared, “I am the King of the North! Why aren’t you on your knees?!”Boom!Xayne’s dense aura spread across the area as his words fell. The thugs could not bear the force of his presence, and they fell to their knees, thuds sounding.Brennan regained his senses, and his legs trembled. When he turned and saw his men already on their knees, he roared, “Get up, all of you! He’s not the King of the North. Don’t let him deceive you. He’s just a freeloader who married into the Swift family.”The thugs who had intended to kneel regained their senses but were still hesitant. After all, the King of the North was the mightiest commander in Drakonia. None dared to defy him.Brennan turned his enraged gaze on Xayne and snapped, “I almost fell for your bluff, you brat! How dare you call yourself the King of the North? I investigated you before coming here. You’re nothing more than a remnant of the Xaviers.“Yo
One thousand soldiers, armed to the teeth, appeared under the veil of night. Each was sharp and menacing, casting dread in every direction.Brennan and his thugs were in disarray, their faces pale with terror as they trembled.“Rifles up!” A commanding shout pierced the air. Immediately after, one thousand soldiers aimed their rifles at a thousand thugs. The air grew heavy as a cold breeze blew through the streets.Brennan’s heart was in his throat as he gazed at Xayne and Deuce. Brennan’s voice quivered, asking, “A-Are you really… the King of the North?!”‘How can this be?! The Yowes have made an enemy out of the Supreme Commander of the Northern Plains. What…what in the world is happening?’Brennan’s mind was in turmoil. Although he was the mastermind in Yostow’s underground forces, he could not stop his legs from shaking. He knew the King of the North could command millions of troops from eight nations.‘Xayne can erase the Yowes from the world with just a word. Why would he p
Suddenly, Brannan sprang to his feet and drew his long-barreled revolver. He aimed it at Xayne’s head and roared, “You won’t annihilate my family! So what if you’re the King of the North?!”However, Brennan only saw a flash before his hand, holding the revolver, spun in mid-air and fell to the ground. Immediately after, blood spurted from his wrist as Deuce sheathed his sword. Deuce said indifferently, “Your head would’ve rolled if my supreme commander wasn’t here.”Brennan clutched his right arm that Deuce severed at the shoulder.The former staggered backward and knelt, howling in agony, “Gah! Supreme Commander, my family is not one to be trifled with! We’re the wealthiest in Yostow, and we have two lieutenants. If you dare to touch us, it means war with the South Canyon Military!"Xayne left Brennan to write on the ground and howl as the former kept walking.Deuce glanced at Brennan and then waved toward the soldiers, shouting, “Take them all down!”The soldiers quickly appreh
The Yowes fell silent when they witnessed this scene. The bloodied Brennan with one missing arm lay on the ground in agony as he shouted at Maximilian, “Please, save me!”“Brennan, how did you end up like that?!” Maximilian was shocked. He locked eyes with Xayne and roared, “Did you chop off my brother’s arm?!”Xayne stood with his hands behind his back, releasing a dominant aura that filled the hall. He said, “Yes, I, the Supreme Commander, did.”His statement shocked everyone present as he had just referred to himself as the Supreme Commander. Finally, they noticed Xayne wearing the dragon-patterned military uniform with the epaulets on his shoulders.Boom! The sight blew the Yowes’ minds.'Xayne is a Supreme Commander? That can't be!'Maximillian was dumbfounded as he stared at Xayne, asking, "You're a Supreme Commander?! No, that’s impossible! According to our information, you were just a common soldier!"Xayne scoffed. "Do you think the information you gathered is reliabl
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