Clyde Osborne, Rhea Osborne, Elliot John, Harold Bauer, and the others were showing horrible expressions after seeing Harvey York getting such a dramatic win.No matter how unnatural they felt, they had no other choice but to stand up and clap.Fisher Benett, Morgan Johnson, and Damian Steele were naturally in high spirits.“I do want to see if anyone else will call Harvey a traitor after two straight wins!”“Right! If that man is a traitor, then nobody in this world actually loves their country anymore!”“They’d either have motives, or they’re just outright insane! Nobody else would think that he’s a traitor!”“Country H’s top talents are invincible!”While the crowd was gossiping up a storm, Axel Garcia led the Indians and left the place with horrible expressions.There was one more match to be fought, but both sides were allowed to take a four-hour break before that.While Zoe Garcia was heading out with Axel, she could not help but do a double take.Harvey’s strength and
“He wants the company to go bankrupt?“And he’s doing it right now?” asked Harvey York.“It may seem like he’s targeting the company, but he’s actually coming straight for me instead, right?“If I don’t go, my wife will be misunderstood and blamed for the situation…“And if I do, I’ll affect the match that’s coming this afternoon. I might not reach there in time and be forced to forfeit!“Those people can do just anything for me to lose!”Rachel Hardy took a deep breath.“Sir York, we won’t let this go their way.“I’ll handle the situation so you can focus on the match.”“No need.”Harvey was showing a playful look on his face.“Since the Golden Palace is still trying to come at me…“I wouldn’t mind playing with them either.“Rachel, tell the driver we’ll have lunch at another place.”…Vroom!Half an hour later, Rachel and Harvey arrived at the Hearthstone Corporation’s office building.Since the company had been running quite well lately, along with Mandy Zimmer’s ex
Mandy Zimmer was getting worried the moment she saw Harvey York.In reality, those people were already here since morning. She only did not call Harvey so that he could focus on fighting…But he still came anyway.Mandy felt she was the one who dragged him here.She could not help but tilt her head down without a second thought.Harvey showed Mandy a warm smile so she would know not to worry before glancing back at Rachel Hardy.Rachel sent her men in front of Mandy and the other higher-ups to keep them safe.Then, Harvey calmly glanced at the people sitting on the couches.“Where’s Pedro Benett?” exclaimed Harvey coldly.“Get him over of here.”“Oh? You think you’re king just because you won a few matches in the ring?”“How dare you ask Young Master Benett to come out?”“Yeah! Young Master Benett isn’t just someone you can meet if you want to!”“Come! Throw this man out of here already! He thinks he can show off in front of the Benett family just because he won a few figh
“Scared?!Pedro Benett burst out laughing after hearing those words.“Why would I be?! Are you kidding me?!“Do you think you have the right to show off in front of the Benett family just because you managed to cripple my cheap sister and brother-in-law?!“You ignorant fool! You must have a death wish or something!“To be honest with you, the Golden Palace prepared eight experts just to deal with you!“Each and every one of them can easily crush your damn bodyguard!“If I were you, I’d give up right now and stop going against the Golden Palace!“After all, you’ll be in deep trouble if you do!”“What do you want?” asked Harvey York calmly.“Simple!Pedro took a huff of his cigar.“Number one. Since you can’t realize my shares in the company, you’ll have to give me all the shares you have instead!“I’ll buy them off for a hundred and fifty thousand dollars! I have the final say in this!“Number two. Since you hurt my sister and brother-in-law, you’ll have to give me a fair
“Aaagh!”Pedro Benett screamed in pain before he stumbled back while covering his face. A bright red palm print was clearly showing on his face at the moment.All the workers were shocked when they saw the sight.Nobody expected Harvey would actually do anything to Pedro.After all, he was a disciple of the Golden Palace’s inner circle and the young master of the Bennet family. Not only he had an extraordinary status, but he also had many connections.People who would even dare to lay their hands on Pedro were people with death wishes!Pedro stood up in utter disbelief while covering his face.“Who gave you the courage?! Who let you flaunt your strength in a place like Flutwell?!”Harvey merely pulled out some wet wipes and cleaned his hand.“You’re just a disciple of the Golden Palace. You don’t even have thirty percent of the company’s shares.“What right do you have to talk back to the CEO who owns seventy percent of the shares?“What right do you have to show off in fron
Three minutes later, the office building door was suddenly kicked open.Soon after, eight men in yellow robes strutted indoors.After seeing the men, Pedro Benett quickly ran toward them with a face as swollen as a pig’s.“I’m all beaten up, Senior…”Harvey showed a curious look.Pedro’s seniors were most likely from the Golden Palace.Bam!A powerful aura emanated from the man in front before he took a step forward, crushing the tiles under his foot.“Someone dares to go against the Golden Palace?” he coldly exclaimed.“Who do you think you are? You have a death wish or something?”The man then waved his hand.Dozens of men in robes swarmed in the next moment, blocking off every exit of the main hall.Pedro turned around before he wretchedly chuckled.“You’re dead, Harvey…”Mandy Zimmer, who Rachel Hardy was protecting at the moment, walked toward Harvey worryingly before she whispered, “Sir York, I heard that the Golden Palace has many powerful martial artists…”Natura
“Not bad! You’ve got guts!” exclaimed Senior Lee before letting out a cold chuckle.“Not only did you beat up my junior, but you’re even asking us for money!“Why don’t you ask how the people of the Golden Palace are treated first?!“Beat up a disciple in front of my face if you dare!”Slap!Harvey York wasted no time and slapped Pedro Benett once more.Another bright red palm print appeared on the other side of his face. He stumbled back while covering his face when a trickle of blood was seen flowing from the corner of his mouth.Harvey coldly chuckled.“Do you think the Golden Palace is impressive?“Do you think you can just do whatever you want in Flutwell?“I just slapped him right in front of you. What now?”Pedro’s face instantly turned dark when he covered his face.“You saw it, Senior Lee! Look at just how arrogant this b*stard is! He doesn’t respect the Golden Palace at all!”“Good! Good! You’ve got guts, challenging me like this!Senior Lee waved his hand befor
Harvey York blew the smoke off the gun barrel before glancing at Pedro Benett.“The experts you prepared aren’t exactly good enough anyway.“Well? Why don’t you reconsider my conditions instead?“While I’m still in a good mood…Pedro’s eyes twitched before he instinctively glanced at the people of the Golden Palace.A short and portly man slowly walked out with a stern look.Despite his looks, he was incredibly agile.Naturally, he was a lot stronger compared to Senior Lee.“I am Hudson Ward of the Golden Palace!”Hudson coldly glared at Harvey.“You’re pretty good. You must be quite the big shot. If that’s the case, you should know my name.”“Not at all,” replied Harvey.“You…”Hudson instantly changed his expression. He felt extremely embarrassed as he gritted his teeth.“No matter what, since you laid your hands on someone from the Golden Palace, you’ll…”Bang!Before Hudson could even finish his sentence, Harvey pulled the trigger once again.After all, a firearm i
The opposing force got out of the helicopters after they landed, armed with weapons. Some were melee weapons, some were firearms, and they looked high and mighty all the way.Kenta had no choice but to step up. He raised his hand and yelled, "I'm from Fujihara…"But before he could even finish, someone from the other side had already pulled the trigger. A bullet streaked through Kenta's hair, and he finally broke a sweat when he realized what had just happened.Harvey knew very clearly that they were coming for him after seeing what happened. That was why he decided not to stay still anymore and stepped forward. He coldly said, "You're here for me, aren't you? Tell Isoroku to come talk to me."I have to say you are quite brave, Harvey. Calling me by name without any honorifics," A stern and cold voice came from a helicopter right before them. The door opened, and an islander slowly walked out. It was a man with white hair and beard.His figure was thin and even looked sickly, defi
"You're someone who has experience, too. You know that you'll need at least three hours to prepare to get this many military helicopters deployed. It's not something that you can do in an instant. It means that while you're still fighting with Sora and his men, Isoroku has been standing by in this place."Not to mention that we Fujiharas will never work with them before getting what we want. Which means that the Origin Sword Style elites already knew that you will most likely survive even if you're at a disadvantage. That's why they've been staying here for a long time."While everyone knew that Kenta was probably just spewing nonsense, Clarion was still partially convinced when he heard how Kenta made his argument sound plausible. Could it be that Kenta was not the one pulling the strings here?Harvey narrowed his eyes and waved his hand. "At the very least, Kenta's right about his social standing being insufficient to work with Isoroku. Not to mention that now that they have obtai
At this time, the helicopter was passing through rows of mountains and valleys. This area was uninhabited. After passing through this uninhabited area, one would arrive at the Golden Triangle. Once one passed through the Golden Triangle, one would reach Hyperborea and finally Grand City.It was around this time that Harvey could feel a burst of murderous intent."Crap! Everyone, brace yourselves!" Clarion suddenly yelled as he looked in front of him from the front seats. He even took out a cigarette, lit it up, and took a deep huff to increase his mental focus as his expression darkened.Harvey quickly walked over to the front and narrowed his eyes. Then, he saw a swarm of helicopters flying in mid-air in a tight formation. Harvey looked at the flag on the helicopters with a smirk and gave Kenta a glance. "This is your so-called guarantee?"Kenta's expression also darkened as he looked in front in disbelief. After a while, he finally spoke in a shaky voice, "Forget about the helico
Daichi had already checked the Chapter of Ascension earlier back in Grand City, but he could not leave with it. Only after Harvey gave his green light would Rachel pass the Chapter of Ascension to Daichi.Harvey gave Kenta a look and then pulled out his phone and dialed a number. "Pass him the thing and escort him out."Harvey was straight-faced when he said that. While he had read it through, he did not believe that the Chapter of Ascension would really allow one to reach Unity between Nature and Man. It was not that Harvey was underestimating Hale, but as a martial art elite himself, he knew very well that there were many things required an epiphany to comprehend, and not just some so-called Chapter of Ascension.If that thing was really as effective as people said, Hale would not be hunted for more than a decade. In no time, a few hours went by. Kenta picked up his phone and after listening to the other side, he smiled. "You really are an honest man. Working with you is a very pl
Kenta continued to speak to Harvey in a chatty manner. "Everyone here can see how powerful you are. Unless we can kill you without any doubt, we won't be able to survive your revenge later on. That's why… You can trust me."Harvey looked at Kenta coldly. "Of course you won't be able to kill me. However, I need to make sure Mandy and my men are safe. That's why there's no need to waste your breath here."All you need to do is to give me an answer. Will you come with us? Before we leave, someone will let Daichi examine the Chapter of Ascension. Once we've left Sky Plane for about an hour, that person will then pass the Chapter of Ascension to Daichi. Don't worry. I'm a man of my word."Kenta smiled. "We'll believe you if you're willing to personally guarantee it. It's decided then. I believe we can work well together. Now, let's go."As soon as Kenta finished saying that, he waved his hand. All the Islander elites stepped aside despite the weapons in their hands. This was also a way
Slap!Harvey gave another slap at Jun's face."So what if I did? I'll kill you if you waste anymore of my time!" Before Jun could even finish, Harvey had already grabbed him by his neck. Onmyojis are physically weaker than most, so Jun could not fight back at all while being held like that."You fool! Release Mr. Jun!""Mr. Jun is one of the best among the onmyojis in Sky Plane!""Don't show any disrespect!"All the Islanders roared when they saw Harvey disrespected Jun so much. They quickly drew their long swords and pointed them at Harvey. Dozens of people also started to approach Mandy. Clarion and the others also reacted quickly, protecting Mandy behind them. The atmosphere between both sides became extremely tense in just one moment.Harvey's hand never released Jun's throat as he calmly turned to Kenta and said, "Alright, Kenta. Let's continue the discussion of our three conditions. The first condition is that you must escort us out of Sky Plane and guarantee our safety. A
"You really are very impressive, Kenta. It's quite rare for someone like you to exist within the Fujihara family," commented Harvey after he took a deep breath and loosened his fists. "I have a feeling that someone like you will eventually climb up the ladder. Who knows, you might be the next Island Nation's Emperor."All the Islanders around them had strange looks after they heard what Harvey had just said. Even Kenta's eyes twitched before he replied helplessly, "You're joking, Mr. Harvey. I'm just someone from the branch family. The emperor's throne has always belonged to the main branch and the main branch alone."Then, Kenta changed the subject after that. "Since it sounds like you have a change of mind, does it mean you're willing to fulfill your part of the promise?"Harvey calmly said, "Not exactly. This is just a simple trade, and so is the trade's content. I'll give you the Chapter of Ascension, and you promise three things. That's reasonable…"At this point, the mysterio
Looking at Kenta's expression, Harvey's eyes narrowed. The Islanders could become fanatical most of the time, and he knew that very well from how Kenta was presenting himself. Their people believed in collectivism to the point of radicalism. One single word from their superiors was enough to make them sacrifice themselves and fight to the bitter end, not to mention if they were convinced if it was for the greater good.In short, if he really refused to give them the Chapter of Ascension, then Kenta would really give up on this pretentious act and detonate the Emerald Jewel. However, while the Emerald Jewel could injure him, he knew it could not kill him. But, Mandy and the others were another case entirely. If the Emerald Jewel was detonated, none of them could escape.Harvey frowned, realizing that the situation was getting more complicated."Mr. Harvey, you understand that the Chapter of Ascension isn't worth the lives of the people here. Not to mention if you do manage to obtain
"Firstly, this is Sky Plane. This is the Sacred Martial Art Training Ground for the Island Nation. Based on the promise made between each of the Sacred Training Grounds, we can consider one as hostile if they enter without an invitation. That's why when you barged into this place without invitation and were suspected of murdering the citizens of Sky Plane, we have the right to stop you from leaving the place and investigate."Secondly, Mr. Sora is a citizen of Sky Plane. It is within reason for us to protect his safety. Thirdly, Grand City will need to give us a reasonable explanation for this."And finally, if any of you refuse to cooperate, then according to the laws of Sky Plane's Admin Board, we have the right to kill all the intruders!" said Kenta with a wide grin."I know you're extremely strong, Mr. Harvey. So strong that you're the best here. But the question is, what's the use if you have personal strength in this situation? Even if you can defeat a hundred, can you defeat