Lord Harrison and Butler Geoffrey stood frozen, their eyes widening in astonishment as they beheld the massive sword now firmly in Yuan’s grasp, materializing seemingly from nowhere. Their expressions were a mix of shock and disbelief.
“What just happened? Where did that massive sword come from?” Lord Harrison’s voice trembled with incredulity.
Confusion clouded their faces as they both stared at the colossal weapon held by Yuan. Their eyes darted around, searching for any sign of a magical pouch or container that could have concealed such a weapon.
The unspoken question hung heavy in the air: how had this massive and majestic sword appeared out of thin air?
Grace, observing the imposing sword in Yuan’s hand, muttered under her breath, “Since our dear has unsheathed his sword, the fate of this corpulent man is sealed.”
“Absolutely. He cares for us deeply, unable to bear anyone disrespecting us. That’s what I appreciate most about him.” Anna nodded with a smile on her face.
Anna had become accustomed to the violence that now surrounded her life. As long as her son targeted those who deserved retribution, she supported his decisions with unwavering loyalty, fulfilling the role of a dutiful wife.
The sudden appearance of the massive sword not only shocked Lord Harrison and his loyal butler but also sent waves of astonishment through the onlookers gathered at the entrance of the Monore Manor.
Whispers spread like wildfire among them as they struggled to comprehend the scene unfolding before their eyes.
“Good heavens! What kind of trickery is this? Where did he conjure that massive sword from?”
“Can this be real? Or is my eyesight playing tricks on me?”
“Stop being a fool and look properly, it’s real!”
“How did he manage this feat? It seems almost surreal.”
“I’m at a loss. I’ve never witnessed anything like this. Though I’ve heard of the magic pouches nobles use to store valuables, he doesn’t seem to possess one… I’m utterly baffled!”
While the onlookers exchanged hushed remarks, their faces etched with surprise, Yuan directed a cold, murderous smile at Lord Harrison and Butler Geoffrey.
‘For daring to cast lecherous gazes upon my women, don’t fault me for showing cruelty,’ Yuan’s inner thoughts seethed.
Both Lord Harrison and Butler Geoffrey felt an unsettling premonition as they observed the chilling smile on Yuan’s face, coupled with his firm grip on the massive sword. An impending sense of danger loomed, though its nature remained elusive. ｂｎ𝚘ｖ𝚕．𝚘𝚛𝚐
‘I detect no trace of mana emanating from this young man’s body. Neither did I perceive any fluctuations when he revealed that sword. Yet, an unsettling feeling gnaws at me,’ Lord Harrison reflected inwardly.
Silently, Geoffrey studied the colossal sword held by Yuan, his thoughts racing. “What manner of sword is this? Devoid of any mana, yet it sends shivers down my spine. This blade… it exudes danger.”
“Such a situation could have been avoided had you not come seeking trouble. The moment you provoked the Monore family, you essentially signed your own death warrant,” Yuan declared, his sword, Empyreal Oblivion, pointing directly at Lord Harrison and Butler Geoffrey.
“You…!” seethed Butler Geoffrey, his anger palpable as he witnessed the young man’s blatant disrespect toward his Lord, played out in front of the assembled crowd.
‘This is beyond forgiveness! How dare he tarnish the Lord’s dignity so publicly? I’ll put an end to him.’ Butler muttered inwardly, his eyes locking onto Yuan with a murderous intensity.
Yuan’s voice carried on, undeterred, “Not content with stirring up trouble, you even instructed your men to lay hands on my Rose? Who do you think you are?” Yuan pivoted, his massive sword slicing through the air with a single-handed sweep, decapitating the two soldiers who had approached Rose.
Swish!
Thud! Thud!
Blood sprayed, and the lifeless bodies in metal armor crumpled to the ground with a resounding thud. Their severed heads rolled to a stop, staining the earth below with crimson.
Lord Harrison and Butler Geoffrey stood rooted in shock, rendered speechless by the gruesome sight before them. Had he truly just slain those soldiers?
Among the Monore family, Rose stood unfazed, privy to much of Yuan’s past and deeds back in Clover Town.
Madam Layla, Ava, Julie, her twin brother James, and their head maid Ivy were all taken aback. They hadn’t expected Yuan to kill without a second thought, as if violence was an everyday occurrence. What had he done before arriving here? Was he once a killer?
Lord Harrison’s eyes blazed with anger, his body quivering with humiliation. ‘H-He… He actually killed my men. It’s a direct affront. I invested so much in their training, and he just killed them like it was nothing? Unforgivable. He’ll pay for this with his life, or I’ll never find peace again.’ Lord Harrison’s inner turmoil was evident as he glared furiously at Yuan.
‘This young man is mad! Does he not fear my Lord’s might? My Lord is a sixth-circle mage, while he possesses no mana. This is madness; he’s courting his own death!’ Butler Geoffrey gaped in astonishment at Yuan.
Meanwhile, onlookers exchanged shocked expressions, their disbelief evident as they began whispering among themselves.
“Unbelievable! He’s killed soldiers of the Turner family right in front of Lord Turner. That’s a huge insult to their power.”
“Did you see? Not a hint of hesitation when he killed them. So dangerous.”
“What do you think Lord Turner will do? Will he simply stand by? Or will he confront him?”
“Confront him? Look at Lord Turner trembling in fear. He might wet himself any moment now, haha!”
“Haha, you’re right! How can a coward like him face this young man? His power is merely in commanding others, nothing more.”
Observing Lord Turner’s inaction, onlookers began questioning his courage, considering him a spineless leader unable to stand up to Yuan.
“QUIET, YOU LOWLY COMMONERS!” Lord Harrison’s furious roar silenced the whispering crowd instantly.
Turning his attention to Yuan, his tone icy, he declared, “Boy, I contemplated breaking your limbs as punishment. But for the public humiliation you’ve inflicted, be prepared to meet your end.” With those words, Lord Harrison raised his magic wand, adorned with rare gemstones, and aimed it squarely at Yuan, ready to unleash his spell.
Witnessing this, Rose’s expression soured, and she shouted a warning to Yuan, “Yuan, watch out! He’s preparing a powerful spell!”
“Hahaha, it’s too late now. Prepare to die!… Earth Magic: Earth Spikes!” Lord Harrison’s triumphant laughter filled the air as he invoked his spell, a wide grin on his pudgy face.
In an instant, the ground trembled, giving way to colossal, razor-sharp earth spikes erupting from the earth, hurtling toward Yuan’s position.
‘This power…’ Yuan’s surprise was evident. The spikes were undeniably lethal, capable of rending even the sturdiest metal armor. Yet, against an opponent like Yuan, and his wives, these attacks held no potency.
The hundreds of lethal earth spikes seemed to approach in slow motion, their speed no match for Yuan’s extraordinary reflexes. He watched them with nonchalance, preparing to easily sidestep the impending attack.
‘Does that portly fool truly believe he can eliminate me with such feeble tactics? It’s laughable.’ Yuan’s internal monologue oozed disdain as he stood motionless, awaiting the attack’s arrival.
“Hahaha! Stand still and meet your end, you pitiful wretch!” Lord Harrison mocked, his laughter echoing as he witnessed Yuan’s inaction.
“After you’re gone, your woman will be mine to enjoy. No need to worry about her.” Lord Harrison’s laughter continued, his confidence unwavering as the attack drew closer.
“YUAN!” Rose’s cry rang out, filled with concern for Yuan’s safety.
Anna hurried over to Rose, offering comfort with a reassuring pat. “Fear not. He’ll be unscathed. Attacks like this pose no threat to him.”
Rose nodded, her anxiety easing at Anna’s calm demeanor. “I understand, Mother-in-law Anna.”
“Good. Watch closely,” Anna encouraged, gesturing toward Yuan as the imminent attack neared.
As the attack closed in, Yuan’s grip on his sword tightened, a smile forming on his lips as he prepared for the opportune moment to strike back.
“Now! One Sword One Strike!” Yuan’s triumphant shout accompanied his swift sword technique, his blade slashing through the air.
A brilliant blue arc shot forth from his sword, slicing through Lord Harrison’s spell with astonishing speed. It continued its path, cutting down two more soldiers in its wake.
But the arc didn’t cease its trajectory; it landed on the soldiers behind the fallen pair, inflicting severe injuries, shattering their chest bones upon impact.
Lord Harrison and Butler Geoffrey stood stupefied, their expressions reflecting disbelief. What had just transpired? How had he managed to counter their attack?
‘Did he really shatter my spell just like that? And he acted as if it were the simplest thing in the world? How is this even possible?’ Lord Harrison’s internal turmoil matched the shock on his face.
“H-H-How is this possible? It’s not possible. That was a Tier 5 spell, ‘Earth Spikes.’ It’s impossible to nullify it. I refuse to believe that he brushed it off like nothing!” Lord Harrison’s mind refused to accept the reality before his eyes.
The Tier 5 spell had been a prized acquisition, involving great expense and effort, and now a young man had dispelled it without apparent effort. It was beyond his comprehension.
Butler Geoffrey, too, struggled to come to terms with what had transpired. ‘How could this youth dismantle one of my Lord’s most potent spells so effortlessly? This is unprecedented!’
Amidst the astonishment, Madam Layla’s gaze was one of pride and surprise, recognizing the sheer might Yuan possessed. ‘He’s incredibly powerful. Obliterating a Tier 5 spell without a care… truly the best choice for my daughters.’
“Wow! He looks so dashing dismantling that oaf’s spell,” Julie purred seductively, her eyes fixed on Yuan.
“His swordsmanship makes him look so dashing and manly” Ava murmured, her cheeks tinged with red.
Observing her sister’s infatuation, James couldn’t help but mumble inwardly, ‘As if I’m not a man… But his power… it’s far greater than I anticipated. Is he even human?’