LOGINWynter's mouth hung open in shock.Beside her, Gavin's gaze turned cold as he shot a sharp look toward George. For the first time, a faint sense of unease rose in his mind.Jaden and Thomas both stood up abruptly. Their eyes widened in disbelief, and their throats went dry. They looked toward Lawrence, who remained calm and composed, as though he had expected this all along.The two men immediately recalled the wagers they had made with Lawrence earlier. A heavy feeling sank into their chests as a troubling realization crept in.They wondered if they had been set up. If Cassian truly lost to Ashton, then Maxwell's head would have to be handed over to Lawrence, and the legendary Sentinel Blade would belong to hum us well. That was an outcome they could never accept."This is nothing more than a desperate last struggle. Cassian hasn't even revealed his true strength yet. No matter what tricks Ashton uses, if he hasn't entered the divine realm, he will still die.""You're right. In
A violent surge of killing intent erupted from Cassian as his power reached its peak. The divine realm energy gathered in his palm condensed into blinding white beams that shot forward like arrows released from a bow, each one aimed directly at Ashton's vital points. The attack carried enough force to reduce him to ashes and leave him no chance of survival.With Ashton already badly wounded and his aura weakening, there was no way he should have been able to withstand such a devastating assault."Ashton, surrender now!" Roxy suddenly stood up and shouted. "This is your last chance. Cassian already promised me that if you kneel and admit defeat, he'll spare your life. Stop clinging to your pride. When death is staring you in the face, your dignity means nothing."She believed she was doing it for his own good and honoring the last trace of the bond they once shared as husband and wife.Ashton turned his head and glanced at Roxy, then smiled contemptuously."Roxy, you never had a
Jaden's eyes flashed coldly as he quickly sealed the soul contract with Lawrence. If either side broke the agreement, their soul would suffer backlash, and they would face divine retribution.Once the contract was set, Lawrence revealed a satisfied smile. He then turned his gaze toward Thomas with open disdain."What about you? Don't just run your mouth. If you're so confident about the outcome of this fight, what are you willing to stake? I'll give you the chance to humiliate me."Thomas narrowed his eyes. "What do you want to bet?" he asked.He felt that something about the situation was slightly off, but he knew Cassian well. Even if Ashton managed to survive this killing blow, he would still die.Thomas also knew that Cassian hadn't yet revealed his full strength. Plus, this chance to humiliate Lawrence was something he had no intention of letting slip away.Lawrence said firmly, "Let's wager the legendary Sentinel Blade from your organization. What do you think? As for me, I
Kayla glanced at Lawrence and felt a shiver run through her spine. She knew her grandfather was up to something again. Still, she wondered if he really trusted Ashton that much.A memory of her and Ashton tangled together on the bed suddenly flashed through her mind. Her fists clenched at the thought. He had taken her spiritual energy, so there was no way he could lose this fight.Lawrence pondered for a moment before raising a finger and pointing at Maxwell, who stood beside Jaden."I already killed Logan of the Empyrean Sentinel. This Maxwell has been an eyesore for a while now. Why don't we wager his life? If Ashton defeats Cassian and becomes the King of Javonbury, then Maxwell's head will serve as the congratulatory gift."Maxwell's expression instantly changed. He never expected Lawrence to target him, especially when he still planned to kill both Ashton and Lawrence with his own hands.He quickly looked at Jaden and shook his head. Although he didn't believe Ashton could de
This time, Ashton took noticeably longer to get back on his feet. The black lightning and flames coiling around him had grown unstable. His breathing was ragged, and his body swayed as if he might collapse at any moment."Do you feel it yet? The fear and the despair? Do you finally see the gap between us?"Cassian stood in spotless white robes, calmly regulating his breathing as he prepared to launch his final assault."You fight like a coward!" Ashton spat. "And I'm still standing."The excitement in his eyes turned feverish. His Drakeborne lineage roared through his veins. Pushed to the edge of his limits, he suddenly grasped something new, and his control over his power rose to another level.He could already feel the barrier to the divine realm loosening again. The seal deep within his soul was beginning to crack, barely able to hold back the breakthrough.Cassian snorted coldly. "If that's your choice, I'll finish you right here."He stabilized the flow of his aura as his w
Wynter bit her lip and shot Faye a glare. She glanced at the elder standing beside her, then swallowed the harsh words that had nearly left her mouth. All she could do was curse under her breath."Cassian will avenge me," she muttered.Faye had no interest in arguing with Wynter. Her attention shifted to Ashton, whose body was drenched in blood. An inexplicable ache rose in her chest, and her face filled with worry."Dad… Is Ashton going to lose?""Not necessarily," George said grimly."That brat is a reckless genius. He's risking everything in this fight to find Cassian's weakness and figure out how to defeat him. And while he's doing that, he's still setting up the Quadrant Spirit Convergence Array. The outcome of this fight isn't decided yet."He added with a smile, "I have to admit, your mother has good judgment. Ashton is talented. He's more than worthy of being my son-in-law."George had fought Ashton earlier. He knew exactly where Ashton's limits lay and how terrifying As
Ashton turned off the lights before holding Sylvia close in his arms. He didn't say anything. It was Sylvia who kept sharing about the love and longing she'd felt for him all these years…"I've got too much I want to tell you, Ashton. I'm at my happiest whenever I'm with you…" Sylvia continued to s
"No, that's not happening!" Calvin quickly interjected. "Isaac Carter is one of Ashton's men. Are you expecting Roxy to beg Ashton for help?"These are just a bunch of criminal bosses. I'll talk to them! Emerson Group isn't some pushover in Javonbury either. I'm sure they'll show me some courtesy."
Before leaving to get the job done, Isaac asked tentatively, "Mr. Gray, should we also send some people to cause a scene at Summit Lounge?""It's fine. We don't need to do anything more," Ashton answered."Got it, Mr. Gray!"That night, the Darkfang Gang, the Crimsons, and the Triune, three of th
Natalie's blunt, harsh words made Roxy widen her eyes, anger flashing across her face.The infuriated Calvin couldn't resist jumping in, declaring, "That's where you're wrong, Ms. York! Ashton is nothing but a pretty boy—a shameless loser! How is Roxy unworthy of him? He's not even fit to lick the







