Frost nodded absentmindedly to whatever she said, and the man's nonchalance sparked a flame within her. She roared, "Fine, then! You might've gone mad, but I have not! Go! No one gets to hurt my men under my watch! I want him to regret everything!" "Understood!" The Peaks were still shocked by Frost's reaction, but Juliana had brought her men with them too. These people did not think twice when it came to following Juliana's orders. Her men nodded and were about to make a move when suddenly… "Fucking do it, I dare you!" Frost finally stood and glared at her men.These men may not be under his command, but Juliana was his wife. If he allowed Juliana's men to make a move on Fred, Frost and his family would still get roped into Fred's fury. Frost then turned to his men and barked, "Keep a close watch on them. Anyone who takes a fucking step gets their fucking leg broken.""Uh..." Frost's men did not expect this outcome, but they were his men and so listened to his command whe
'No reason for the Pandletons to exist anymore? What a fucking joke!' Juliana thought to herself. The Pandletons were the second-largest conglomerate in Somerland. They had substantial influence. Juliana would never be brought up to be the spoiled brat she was if not for her family's power. To her, Fred was no more than a mere commoner. Yet, this 'mere commoner' dared to make such a bold and belittling claim."Hmph! What did I expect from a commoner? You have no idea what the fuck you're saying! You have no fucking idea just who the fuck you're talking to! Go ahead, then! Get rid of the Pandletons, hmm?" Juliana scoffed as she pulled out her phone. She had no idea just how deep a grave she had dug herself. She decided to turn to her family now that Frost was certainly not going to help. Her father, Crispin Pendleton, was the chairman of Pendleton Sunrise Group. He would surely have Fred suffer the consequences of his behavior.However, what Juliana did not realize was Frost
Crispin asked nervously, "H-Hoffman...?" "Hoffman," Fred repeated calmly. Crispin was dumbfounded. He did not even realize that his cigar had fallen to the ground. Others might not know what significance that name held, but as the chairman of Somerland's second-largest conglomerate, Crispin knew that name better than anyone. He could never forget this name, not when it belonged to his long-time rival—the chairman of Somerland's largest conglomerate, Fantastic Group. The memory of Fantastic Group declaring that they would transfer all assets under Fred's name was still fresh in Crispin's mind."Dad? Dad!" Juliana shouted when she did not hear her father's response. She was waiting for her father to interrogate Fred now that the younger man had introduced himself.Crispin snapped out of his stupor, but instead of responding to his daughter, he grabbed the phone carefully and asked, "M-Mr. H-Hoffman... right? M-Mr. Hoffman, a-are you perhaps..."Everyone was shocked to hear
Ten minutes later, Frost was in the VIP lounge that the airport had specifically reserved for him. He was standing in front of Fred nervously. He looked like a student who had just been summoned to the disciplinary office.Peregrine cautiously took in the sight before his eyes. Juliana had tried to call her father for help, but not only did things end anti-climatically, but her father had also ended the call the moment Fred introduced himself.To say that Peregrine was shocked was an understatement. After all, Crispin adored his daughter, and Peregrine could not imagine just how powerful Fred must be for Crispin to leave Juliana to fend for herself. Not that Peregrine dared to ask this question. However, if he did, Frost would undoubtedly tell him that his identity as the chairman of Pendleton Sunrise Group was no match against Fred at all. In fact, Frost thought that Crispin's reaction was wise enough as it was.After all, Juliana was not his only child, but there was only
“Very well." Fred did not insist, considering how little information he had. He was grateful enough that Frost was willing to do his best. Fred knew that it was almost impossible to look for Savior based on a name and a rare medical case that could have occurred anywhere across the city. Suddenly, Peregrine suddenly spoke up, "Bro... Sorry, no! Uh... Mr. Hoffman, i-if you're looking for someone, maybe I could be of help too?""Really?" Fred looked at him. Peregrine explained, "My family has a business in takeout deliveries." Fred and Frost frowned but said nothing. Peregrine continued, "My drivers have been to every alley and street in Brook City. With the right incentive, I could phrase it as a mission and reward anyone who's caught wind of some news."Frost nodded. "I think it might work, Mr. Hoffman! Quite a few people get takeout deliveries these days, and if someone has some special medical case, their neighbors would know something. If those drivers were to ask, th
"The revered Great One?"Hearing what Seelie said, the once light-hearted Marshal who was standing to the side immediately turned sullen.Before leaving the Ancient Martial World, Marshal never thought that any of the ants outside could defeat him seeing that he was a trusted aide of Holy Emperor Howlite. However, he ended up not only defeated but thoroughly crushed.Every time he recalled Fred’s earth-shattering power from back then, as well as the palm strike that he had no way of resisting, Marshal felt not only hatred but also a deep sense of powerlessness.Holding Seelie at the moment, Gregory’s gaze also fluctuated when he noticed how Marshal’s expression turned dark. Like Marshal, Gregory was also one of Holy Emperor Howlite's most capable assistants. If Marshal was Holy Emperor Howlite’s left-hand man, then Gregory was his right-hand man!Their positions were comparable, and their strength was actually similar.Now, Fred, the revered Great One, had defeated Marshal in s
At this moment, Seelie spoke again, "Gregory, you should be aware that what Holy Emperor Howlite did to us at the entrance of the Ancient Martial Realm actually acts on the aura left behind by the old King of Humanity, right?""Of course! After all, I saw it with my own eyes." Gregory nodded immediately but then frowned and asked, "Is there a problem with that?""It's not a problem, but we should be able to roughly deduce the reason for the revered Great One’s strength," Seelie said.Both Gregory and Marshal immediately looked at her with curiosity when they heard that."What's the reason?" Marshal asked impatiently.Seeing their reactions, Seelie replied, "Think about it. Why did only the revered Great One and not the others get affected by what Holy Emperor Howlite did to the King's Aura? "There's only one reason, and it’s that he came into contact with the very same aura. I’m sure I don't need to explain why someone would have the ability to come into contact with the King’s
"Mr. Hoffman, I'm truly sorry. We’ve mobilized all the forces available to the Peak family, but... but..."Three days later, inside a hotel room in Dawning, a nervous-looking Frost was standing before Fred. He was stuttering as he reported the progress of the search for Savior over the past two days.However, it was clear from his words that there was still no news of Savior."No matter. Continue the search," Fred said, nodding faintly without blaming Frost.Fred knew that looking for Savior in the vast region of Brook City with just two vague clues was like searching for a needle in a haystack. He did not expect Frost to be able to locate him in just three days.At this moment, Peregrine, who had also used his own food delivery platform to carry out Fred's previous instruction, knocked on the door before entering.Seeing his arrival, Frost hurriedly asked, "How did it go? Do you have any news from your end?""About that, I'm not sure if this can be considered news," Peregrine r
Marciella walking away did not bode well with the giant snake. Marciella was its food! How could it accept that its food had escaped?Marciella had not moved far yet. She reluctantly looked back at Fred.She did not know how Fred would handle the River God. She could only hope Fred would be okay!When Fred saw that she had left, he geared up, rubbing his palms in glee. He had an eager look on his face, which confused the giant snake.It was the snake’s first time meeting a man like Fred!How strange indeed!At this time!Suddenly, Fred said with hostility etched on his face, "Hey, Big Snake, what are you going to do now?"The snake's attention was entirely focused on him, which seemed off to Fred."What I’m going to do?"The giant snake fixated its eyes on Fred. It felt that it could handle a human like Fred easily.“I’m going to kill you with one bite! How dare you look down on me like this!"The giant snake rushed toward Fred fiercely at a speed so fast that no one could
Fred was annoyed by the giant snake's arrogant tone. Fred squinted his eyes at the snake and asked in confusion, "Why are you making that face?"“Huh?"The giant snake was shocked. He thought that Fred would submit to him, but to his surprise, Fred was not shaken at all.The snake was about to lose his temper.“Dirty snake, haven't I made myself clear enough? I think you are probably sleep-talking if you want me to hand over my people to you..." Fred said impatiently.At this moment…Feeling that it was being ridiculed, the snake said suddenly, "You punk, this is the first time anyone spoke to me this way. What is your name?"“Me?"Fred was stunned subconsciously, not knowing what the snake wanted. Suddenly, he understood.“Did you want to know my name so you can remember me, bow down before me, and become my follower? Sure, I’ll give you that chance!"He was adding fuel to the fire. The giant snake almost spat out blood in anger!"What? You want me to follow an immature bei
Huh!?Putting aside Marciella, even Fred could not hide his shock as a giant snake appeared from under the water!A giant snake!How could it be!?Fred's eyes widened at the sheer size of the snake. "A Giant Snake… Is this the so-called River God?"Moreover, the size was humongous. The snake must be at least ten stories high!What a huge snake!Fred finally understood why he felt a powerful force under the water!There was a sharp glint in the giant snake’s eyes! That was the blinking light from time to time!"Who comes here? Are you from the village? Who do you plan to sacrifice to me this time?" As soon as the giant snake spoke, Fred realized that this was not the first time it had done this.The snake seemed familiar with the ritual process. Obviously, the villagers had witnessed this giant snake before. This was the meeting between the two sides! Fred felt uncomfortable at this. As for the giant snake, it felt bemused when it saw Fred. The snake had never seen Fred befo
Fred was going to risk it all to open this girl's eyes!The force from the punch was extraordinary! As soon as the tree was hit by the seismic fist, it fell immediately and the whole tree split neatly in two!Marciella was dumbfounded!Although she knew how powerful Fred was, to witness his power was a different thing entirely!"Master Fred, your power is insane!"Marciella could not help but applaud.Fred seemed indifferent, as though he had no feeling at all about this."Is it? Why do you think so?"He looked so indifferent.For Ancient Martial Arts, things did not get any simpler than this!"You’re so strong. Anyway, I don’t doubt you anymore..." Marciella sighed, suddenly feeling very sad. "This is the reward of being educated. If we were more knowledgeable, we wouldn’t be so clueless.”"Haha, if you can't solve your issues, your descendants can work harder," Fred said with a wink.Marciella said, "Mr. Fred, I needed to ask you something! What if our luck was changed ju
What Fred said aroused her curiosity."What does it look like when you offer a sacrifice?"Fred knew he could not speak of this matter. Sure enough, Marciella felt a little downcast after Fred said the words. She did not know why Fred would say such a thing. Suddenly, Fred felt bad about it.He coughed and said, "Don't think too much about it... I just want to find a clue. Maybe we could find a solution. Why does it never rain in your village?""Huh?"Marciella's eyes, which were still a little dejected, suddenly realized what was important and asked hurriedly, "Mr. Fred, are you saying that the reason why it never rains in our village is because someone is behind it?"Although Fred was unwilling to admit it, he could not help but nod. "Yes, this is exactly what you thought!""For real?!"Marciella felt hopeful again when she heard this. She said hastily, "The thing you asked about is pretty simple. You can just check out that place!""That place?"Fred turned around to see w
Marciella found herself nodding in agreement with Fred's harsh assessment. "You're spot on," she said. "That woman is nothing but vile!"Seeing Marciella's reaction, a rare smile crossed Fred's face as he nodded back. "Glad you see it my way," he said.What caught Fred off guard was the villagers' reaction. One by one, their faces turned ashen with despair.It seemed to them that nothing could be worse than the predicament they were facing. The absence of the witch spelled doom for the village—it was like their last shred of hope had vanished. They had all put their faith in her to charm the River God into blessing them with rain, which would have brought some peace to their troubled lives. However, now their chances seemed to have dried up just like their fields. Fred stood there, his face a mask of serenity amidst the chaos.In the moments that followed, the village chief was a picture of despair, his only option was to send everyone home while he racked his brain for a backup pl
"What?"Fred did not even have time to blink before the witch suddenly made a move.It was like a bomb went off.Kaboom!Then, she was dead!Fred dusted off his hands, even surprising himself with his lack of tolerance for the witch.Now, though, he had a real headache. He had planned to clear the air with the witch and lay out the past so everyone would know the full picture.He thought that might just turn things around.The situation changed when she vanished, and Fred's plans were completely derailed. Then again, changing the villagers' minds was not going to be a walk in the park anyway. They were pretty set in their ways, thanks to all the stuff they had been fed.As such, just talking it out might not cut it. Heck, it could even mess with history!With the witch out of the equation, Fred figured he might as well try a different tactic. Maybe if he took out the guy in the cloak and worked his own magic to bring some rain, it could save a lot of hassle. The more he thoug
"No way!"The witch bristled with defiance. She could not accept that she was no match for Fred.As she noticed Fred's focus was locked on her, a sly idea popped up in her mind.Before she could act on it, though, she found herself pinned against the wall by Fred in a flash...Her face contorted in disbelief. She was pinned so tightly that she could not even move!The witch was completely overpowered, her heart racing with panic.How could he be so much stronger than her?Fred, on the other hand, seemed unfazed."What's going through your head? You don't seriously think you can take me on, do you?" Fred asked, his voice laced with skepticism.The witch felt utterly trapped, as if at any second, Fred might just finish her off."Look, I messed up, okay? Can we not do this? I'm old, just a pile of brittle bones—I can't take this kind of rough treatment!" the witch pleaded with Fred, trying a new tactic to get through to him.Fred was not falling for it. He looked at her with a
"Heh, I caught on to you a while back, you know. You've been tailing me, and I'm pretty sure you're here for me. Plus, you don't have the look of someone from our village. That means you are an outsider, and I'm your target, right? Listen, man, we don't have any beef with each other, so why are you sticking your nose where it doesn't belong?"The witch had sensed the raw power rolling off Fred, and it was enough to send shivers down her spine!At that moment, she knew that challenging Fred was not going to be a walk in the park! If she had spotted him earlier in the forest, it would not have been good news for her. For starters, she had no clue how many tricks Fred had up his sleeve, and if he took her down, she and her buddy would be toast.However, the witch was not about to let Fred take her out without a fight! She racked her brain and finally settled on one strategy!She would try to sweet-talk him, hoping Fred would fall for her words just like everyone else, and fall into he