While Serena boarded the bus, Casper squeezed in alongside the crowd. He sat a couple of rows behind and continued to watch her.After getting off the bus, Serena headed toward the factory. Since there were several factories in the area, the area was relatively rural. Serena took a few steps and then sensed someone following her. She turned abruptly and glanced around but saw nothing.She thought it was just her imagination and shook her head with a frown. As she turned to head toward the factory again, she was startled and screamed. A sinister man greeted her. Before she could react, the man struck her neck and caused her to collapse. Casper looked at the beautiful woman and muttered hoarsely, “What an unexpectedly simple mission. She’s just an ordinary person. Still, she looks pretty.”He revealed a lustful grin as he spoke. He then bent down and hoisted Serena onto his shoulder before disappearing.A while later, Casper threw Serena into a dark and damp cellar. He took a phone
Xayne attempted to call Serena as he drove, but the call would not connect. Soon after, he called Lilian.Lilian was playing games with the kids when she received the call. She looked puzzled as she answered the call, asking, “Mr. Xayne, is something the matter?”“Is Coco at there?” Xayne urgently asked, running several red lights in the process.“Coco?” Lilian looked at the kids and noticed Coco playing with them. Lilian smiled and said, “She’s playing with the other kids. What’s wrong? Did something happen?”“Don’t let anyone take Coco before I get there!” Xayne declared before immediately hanging up. The car’s engine roared as he continued to speed toward Les Petites Academy.Lilian was confused as she glanced at Coco and the laughing children. She muttered, “What’s going on?”Meanwhile, a man wearing a duckbill cap smirked as he stood outside the school’s fence. He stared at the children playing and took out his phone. After examining the group photo, he confirmed that the gi
Words were unnecessary in the face of a formidable opponent. Only strength mattered, and Casper had always believed Xayne was nothing more than a Master Warrior. Thus, the former did not exert his full power in that punch.He aimed to toy with Xayne first and show him the gap in their strength before sleeping with his wife in front of him. Casper wanted to break Xayne to the core before completing the mission Nicholas had assigned him.However, Xayne stood unfazed by Casper’s thunderous punch. The former simply raised a brow and remarked, “A Grand Master Warrior’s strength is impressive, but you’ve underestimated me by using only seventy percent of your strength.”With that, Xayne also threw a punch. Although, his punch lacked the thunderous force Casper’s had. Still, a loud bang echoed when the two fists collided. Casper smiled sinisterly, saying, “You’re too arrogant, kid. You can never beat a Grand Master Warrior. Die!”However, Casper’s smile disappeared instantly. He looked ho
“You’re a Celestial Warrior?!” Casper’s eyes widened in shock. After all, Celestial Warriors were almost godly existences.It would only take a snap of the fingers for a Legend Warrior to kill Casper. In comparison, Celestial Warriors would not even need to lift a finger to kill him. Even a glance would scare him to death.Moreover, there were only twenty to thirty Celestial Warriors in all of Drakonia. Each was a formidable figure that could dominate the battlefields. Celestial Warriors were Supreme Commanders who could slaughter thousands of soldiers with ease.When a Celestial Warrior grew enraged, rivers of blood would flow, and mountains of corpses would cover the ground.Casper never expected to encounter a Celestial Warrior in the small town of Shalholm. After all, there was no need for such a figure to be there.While his mind was in shambles, Xayne scoffed and said, “You’re still underestimating me for thinking I’m a Celestial Warrior. I have eight Celestial Warriors as m
“Do you believe me now?” Xayne loomed over Casper with a fiery anger that could incinerate the world.Thud!Casper slammed his forehead on the ground, trembling with fear. He knew he was still alive because Xayne had simply chosen not to kill him yet. Casper pleaded, “I beg your forgiveness, sir! I was wrong to cross you. I was just following orders. Please spare me!”Xayne said, “You’ve crossed me, so you deserve to die.”Immediately after, he kicked Casper’s chest. Before the latter could even grunt, his body fell onto the stone steps and rolled down the mountainside. Casper died, covered in blood and looking mangled.Soon after, Xayne approached Serena and untied her. He then helped her up as she cried, “Oh, Xayne… Thank goodness you’re okay…”Serena threw herself into his arms and held him tightly. She had never encountered a more terrifying situation and was scared out of her wits.“It’s okay. Everything’s fine now.” Xayne hugged Serena and patted her back to comfort her.
Xayne pinched Coco’s nose and said, “Let’s go. I’ll walk you to school.”After leaving, Serena’s shyness gradually faded. Instead, she looked like she was in a crisis. She had patiently waited for Xayne’s return for five years. She had built a life with him and gradually developed feelings for him. She did not want an outsider to disrupt this relationship.She knew Ariana stood out among the elites and was a hundred times superior to her. Serena’s head spun with questions.‘Can I keep Xayne’s love? Is our relationship deep enough? Would Xayne love me this much if it wasn’t for Coco?’A call from the factory snapped Serena out of her thoughts, and she hurriedly hailed a cab.…After dropping Coco off at school, Xayne headed to the Ghazali Corporation. Ariana then led him and the company personnel to Covey Village.A group of villagers had already gathered at the village entrance. They stood there and blocked the way with their banners. On the banners were accusations written in b
The thug knew he could escape through the chaotic crowd if he stabbed Ariana. Moreover, the law could not hold the entire crowd accountable for a stabbing.Still, Xayne saw the thug. He frowned and exuded a sharp aura before disappearing from his spot.Crack!He suddenly appeared before Ariana and grabbed the blonde thug’s wrist. The thug screamed in pain as Xayne twisted his arm. The former knelt and howled in agony, “Gah! These heartless people are assaulting me!”Ariana was scared. She noticed the knife on the ground, and her heart pounded. Meanwhile, the villagers suddenly quieted down as they witnessed Xayne suppressing the thug.Xayne stared at the blonde guy and picked up the fallen knife. “We’re in the middle of a negotiation. Why would a knife be necessary?”The thug glared at Xayne and denied it, “You’re spouting nonsense! When did you see me pulling out a knife? You’re trying to frame me, you bastard. Look, everyone! These guys are resorting to violence!”His claims a
The blonde guy was scared out of his wits as he yelled, “All right, I’ll talk! Have mercy, man. Please don’t kill me. I’m working for someone. They said we’d make an extra hundred and fifty grand for each household if we followed their instructions.“They told us that if we failed, they’d still buy this land. They also said we’d profit no matter what.” The blonde guy cried and pleaded.Ariana approached him and asked, “Who’s your boss?!”The guy trembled in fear. “I-I don’t know. We only know that he’s wealthy and has a lot of henchmen.”“What does he look like?” Xayne frowned.After some thought, the guy said, “He’s a big dude with small eyes and a sinister smile. Oh, he also has a scar on his neck and told me he got it from messing with the wrong people. I-I heard his henchmen calling him Mr. Henry.”“So, this Mr. Henry has a scar,” Xayne muttered and then turned to Ariana, who also seemed puzzled. Xayne asked, “Does that sound familiar to you?”Ariana shook her head with a fr
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