Chapter 74
Chapter 74 The Master of Mornwick
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The Mount Lurvale platform shattered as Leander unleashed an unparalleled surge of internal energy, sending countless fragments of stone soaring into the sky. Mason, caught in the wake of this force, found himself propelled backward, blood spewing from his mouth. In that instant, all his fighting spirit vanished.
He finally grasped the gravity of his monumental mistake. The arrogant youth he faced was no mere late–stage master; he stood before a true pinnacle of martial prowess, a Martial Sovereign in the realm of martial arts.
Not even his second brother, Drew, the leader of the Tarlyn Guild, would dare to claim superiority over such a formidable opponent. How had he been foolish enough to challenge a Martial Sovereign in front of his peers from the Mornwick martial arts community? Just the thought filled him with an overwhelming sense of foolishness.
“Mr. Ashcroft p>
Despite his grievous injuries and the diminishing aura around him, Mason, a figure known for his strength, bowed deeply to Leander.
“I was ignorant to challenge you, a Martial Sovereign. It was an utterly foolish act on my part p>
“I have been defeated. I implore you, Mr. Ashcroft, to show mercy. The Tarlyn Guild wishes for no further conflict with you p>
Here was a man revered in Mornwick’s martial arts world, a half–sovereign, now kneeling and begging for mercy before a mere boy. The onlookers, warriors of various ranks, felt a profound sense of sorrow, a chilling reminder of the harsh realities of their world.
But this was the nature of martial arts: the weak were preyed upon by the strong. Leander embodied that philosophy, existing at the very pinnacle of the martial arts hierarchy. Even the second–in–command of the Tarlyn Guild was forced to bow and submit.
Reuben, a disciple of the Tarlyn Guild, stood in stunned silence, watching his uncle’s humiliation unfold. His mind raced in a fog, overwhelmed by the scene before him, and he collapsed to the ground.
Leander stood tall in the clearing, his gaze cold and indifferent. He showed no signs of compassion for Mason’s desperate pleas for mercy.
“Mason, just moments ago, I asked you if we would determine victory and defeat or life and death. You affirmed both p>
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lie defeated at my feet, and you come to beg for mercy. Do you not feel this is too
“Furthermore, if I had been the one defeated, would you have spared me p>
Mason’s heart raced with terror as he listened to Leander’s dismissive tone. He never expected this young warrior, already victorious, would refuse to grant him mercy.
I must escape!
In a heartbeat, he summoned all his remaining strength and leaped backward, desperate to evade. At that moment, he disregarded all notions of dignity and clan honor. If he lost his life, all his years of toil would vanish in an instant, and his decades of hard work would be for naught.
He sprinted for his life, his speed reaching unprecedented heights, surpassing even the swiftest of leopards. Within moments, he had distanced himself more than ten yards from Leander.
“If you dared to openly challenge me, you must have anticipated this outcome. Do you can escape p>
you think
Leander’s voice was devoid of emotion as he made no move to chase after Mason. Instead, he lifted his right hand and delivered a punch toward Mason’s retreating figure.
Boom!
A pale blue energy surged forth, visibly slicing through the air. It far exceeded Mason’s already incredible speed, resembling an enraged dragon bursting from the sea, striking him squarely in
the back.
Puh –wah!
Mason remained suspended in midair, still amid his frantic flight, as a torrent of blood erupted from his mouth. It crashed heavily against the ground, and then silence enveloped him.
A half–sovereign, a dominant force in Mornwick, had fallen. The one who ended his life was merely a boy of seventeen or eighteen.
“Inner strength unleashed, capable of killing a man ten paces away. This is the supremacy of
martial arts p>
Matthew, shaken from his shock, sighed with awe, his gaze toward Leander filled only with
reverence.
Meanwhile, Cheryl, who had previously looked down on Leander and had made a point of ridiculing him, now appeared dazed and lost, as though trapped in a dream.
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No wonder he dismissed Grandpa’s Mighty Eagle Claw technique. No wonder he looked down on Kevin and Adam. With his strength, which of these men could deserve his regard?
As this thought crossed her mind, she couldn’t help but smile wryly. It hit her that she had been like a small fish in a pond, unaware of the vast ocean beyond.
Even now, she found it hard to believe that the young man who had effortlessly killed Mason with a single punch on Mount Lurvale was the same ignorant kid she had previously considered a novice in the martial arts world.
“Congratulations, Mr. Ashcroft, on your victory. From this day forth, your name shall echo throughout Mornwick and resonate across Astria p>
Gale and Dylan rose at that moment to clasp their hands in congratulations. The other martial artists also bowed deeply, showing their utmost respect.
This was the formidable aura possessed by a martial arts master.
Leander glanced around, his expression indifferent. He then turned to the remaining members of the Tarlyn Guild.
“Is there anyone else who wishes to challenge me p>
The elite fighters of the Tarlyn Guild found themselves recoiling as Leander’s gaze swept over them. Not one of them dared to utter a word.
It was absurd; if Leander could kill Mason with a single punch, who among them would be foolish enough to face him?
Their retreat signified that the entire Tarlyn Guild had been subdued beneath Leander’s might.
Leander’s eyes swept over the Tarlyn Guild members once more before he turned on his heel, striding toward the perimeter of Mount Lurvale. As he passed by Cheryl, he did not pause for even a moment, nor did he spare her a glance. This left Cheryl feeling a deep sense of sorrow.
Beyond the perimeter of Mount Lurvale, the heroes of Northridge erupted in cheers, their spirits soaring high. Previously intimidated by Leander’s imposing presence, they now found themselves completely captivated by his incredible power.
Leander was the king they had never encountered before. His grandeur, courage, and strength marked him as the finest among men. Such a figure deserved to lead Northridge, making them willingly bow in allegiance to him.
In stark contrast to the jubilant cheers of the Northridge heroes, Tommy, the underground leader of Southridge, looked pale as a ghost. He had already slipped away in fear the moment Mason had been slaughtered by Leander.
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Just as he distanced himself from the crowd, a figure suddenly appeared before him, blocking his path.
He raised his head and felt his soul leave his body; standing before him was Leander.
“Tommy, do you remember what I told you back in Ravenridge p>
Tommy’s legs went weak, and he collapsed to his knees in terror.
“Mr. Ashcroft, Tommy acknowledges his mistakes. From this day forth, I pledge my loyalty to you. Whether in southern or Northridge, I shall serve under you alone p>
He had utterly lost the courage to resist. Even the formidable second–in–command of the Tarlyn Guild had perished at Leander’s hands. As an underground leader, he was nothing more than an ordinary man. How could he possibly contend with Leander?
Leander’s indifferent gaze swept over Tommy, who felt paralyzed as if plunged into an icy abyss. Every passing moment felt like being tortured by a thousand blades.
Just as he teetered on the brink of collapse, Leander finally spoke.
“Remember, your life no longer belongs to you p>
Tommy felt as though he had been granted a reprieve from death. He repeatedly bowed to Leander, his forehead hitting the ground.
“Thank you, Mr. Ashcroft, for sparing my life. From today onward, I will regard you as my superior, without any duplicity p>
Not far away, Frankie watched this scene unfold, his heart racing with excitement and fervor.
The once–divided underground factions of Mornwick now fell entirely under Leander’s command.
From this moment forward, the entire underground realm of Mornwick would be ruled by a single master–Leander.
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