Flame King sneered. “I never thought I’d lose. But don’t celebrate too early, Xayne. You’ll be betraying the emperor and Drakonia if you kill me now.”Xayne frowned, his voice cold, “I won’t kill you because you’re the current Supreme Commander of Northern Plains. However, you must promise me one thing.”“What is it?” Flame King asked with his face covered in blood.“I want to bring Ace, his brothers, and Red Rose away from here.”Flame King frowned. After some thought, he agreed, “Fine, you have your wish.”Finally, Xayne’s immense killing intent faded.Flame King lay on the ground and looked toward the sky, saying, “I never expected to meet such a talented individual. You’re only in your twenties, yet you’ve already reached such a level. Indeed, your strength is monstrous.“However, there are many more who are stronger than us, Xayne. Being a Supreme Commander is far from the peak.”Xayne’s gaze turned cold as he asked, “What are you trying to say?”Flame King chuckled. “I’v
“Where are the four elders?” Xayne asked.“They’ve gone to the emperor’s pavilion, sir.”After some thought, Xayne said, “Then I’ll wait here.”About an hour later, the four elders’ limousine approached from the street and stopped at the entrance. Hammond saw Xayne standing at the door and out of the car. He shouted joyfully, “Lad, you finally decided to visit us!”Xayne smiled and saluted the four elders, saying, “Hammond, I have something to ask you all.”Hammond noticed Xayne’s severe expression and turned to look at the other three. Warren frowned as he sensed something was amiss. He then said, “Let’s talk inside.”They then entered the most confidential meeting room in the building. Inside, Hammond looked at Xayne’s scars and asked, “Where’d those come from?”“I fought Flame King,” Xayne casually replied.“Did you win?” Lexter asked.Xayne nodded. “I did.”The four elders smiled as Leroy remarked, “Well done, Xayne. Indeed, you’re worthy of representing the Drakonian cou
Warren sighed and continued, “That brings us to the Heavenly Tome.”Xavier frowned.“This extraordinary book has been passed down for thousands of years, documenting many mysteries. Rumor has it that possessing the tome can help one rule the world. Your family was the guardians of the book, which was why the Big Four conspired against them.”Warren was full of regret and anger as he continued, “The Big Four framed your grandfather during Drakonix’s upheaval years ago. In a fit of rage, the emperor stripped your grandfather of his title and imprisoned him.“Drakonix’s officials pleaded for Xander, but the Big Four rejected them. It resulted in the massacre that occurred at the emperor’s pavilion. The officials who knelt before the pavilion were executed.“That night, Xander disappeared from prison. His fate remains unknown. Rumor has it the Big Four persecuted him that night. Still, the outcome is that your once-prominent family collapsed overnight and received a thorough investiga
Warren said, "The Big Four are parasites to Drakonix. Only you can bear your grandfather’s unfinished business and your parents’ hatred for the Big Four. Are you sure you want to go down this road?”Xayne balled his fists and said, “I must continue, even if there are countless obstacles on this path. I must pursue my parents’ vendetta and my grandfather’s unknown fate.”“Good.” Warren nodded.Afterward, Xayne opened the box and saw the two pages within. However, they were indecipherable and challenging to understand.Warren said, “Your dad told us that only members of the Xavier family can understand these pages.”Xayne frowned and glanced at the elders, deciding not to read the pages for now. After all, he had other things to handle.“By the way, Mr. Warren. Before I came here, Flame King told me that there are people in this world who possess combat prowess beyond that of a Supreme Commander. Do you know who they are?”Warren narrowed his eyes as he replied, “Indeed, such indi
Immediately after, seven mercenaries emerged from the woods with submachine guns. They then cautiously surrounded the heavily damaged vehicle. One approached and inspected it, frowning in fear as he exclaimed, “Captain, no one’s in the car!”"What?! No one?!" The captain was terrified.In the blink of an eye, an overwhelming battle intent shot forth from a distance. Xayne's Ravenclaw Dagger pierced through one of the mercenaries' chests.Bang, bang, bang!The remaining six mercenaries fired their guns into the distance, shattering the bushes and trees. However, no one was there. Suddenly, a figure leaped down from a tree, grabbed the captain’s neck, and snapped it.Xayne then picked up the dead captain’s submachine gun and used him as a human shield as the remaining five turned to fire at him.Bang, bang, bang!Xayne killed the five men. He looked on as the seven men lay on the ground, feeling a chill run down his spine. It seemed someone had planned an ambush on him. He approac
Xayne wiped out several military squads. At that point, it was already deep into the night. He lurked in a thicket, eating biscuits he had stolen from the mercenaries’ dead bodies. Meanwhile, he observed the silent and empty area ahead.Before him was a stretch of grassy and rocky land that stretched for kilometers. However, there was nothing he could use for cover. He knew it was a dangerous place as he looked up at the sky and sighed.Soon after, he crouched in the bushes and awaited the right moment to move. An hour or two into midnight, dense clouds appeared in the sky and covered the moon, making the place much darker.‘This is it!’Xayne dashed into the vast grassland, constantly weaving through it. Occasionally, he would lean against some large rocks to rest and observe his surroundings.Meanwhile, a captain on the other side observed the grassland through an infrared telescope. He found no anomalies and glanced at the sky with a frown. Suddenly, he signaled his men by wavi
Flame King’s expression turned solemn as she said, “I understand. You may leave.”“Yes, sir,” the deputy replied before leaving.Flame King remained seated as his gaze turned sharp. He directed his voice toward the door, “Since you’re here, come in and take a seat.”Xayne slowly appeared at the door and entered with a murderous aura. He stood before Flame King, asking coldly, “Did you send those mercenaries?”Flame King did not hide it. “Indeed, I did.”“Why?” Xayne asked.“Because you’re the former King of the North.”“You know, you can’t kill me even if you relied on those mercenaries.”“I know, but I’d like to try.”“Aren’t you afraid I’ll kill you right now?”“You wouldn’t dare.”“Why not?”“Because you have a wife and child. Killing me will be a crime of treason, and all of Drakonia will condemn you. Your wife, child, and those you cherish will become enemies of the nation because of you.” Flame King smirked, already determining that Xayne would not dare harm him.Xay
When Serena stopped at the traffic light, Coco asked, “Mommy, why didn’t Daddy take me to school today?”“What’s the matter? Don’t you like it when I take you?” Serena looked at her daughter through the rearview mirror.“Daddy can protect me.”“So can I, sweetheart.” Suddenly, a loud bang echoed, causing Serena to shudder. She quickly turned to her daughter and asked, “Coco, are you okay?!”Coco looked panicked as she sat in her safety seat. Still, she shook her head and said, “I’m… I’m okay, Mommy.”Serena frowned as she looked past Coco and through the rear windshield. Someone had rear-ended her car. When the traffic light turned green, several cars honked. The annoying noise irritated everyone.“Coco, sit tight. I’ll go out and take a look.” Serena unfastened her seatbelt and got out of the car to inspect the damage.A delicate-looking woman came out of the other car and frantically apologized, “I-I’m so sorry! I’m a new driver, you see, and… I-I pressed the wrong pedal!”Se
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