Chapter: Chapter Three Hundred and Sixty EightThe forest was eerily quiet after the battle, the only sound being the distant echo of the wind whispering through the trees. Kai, bloodied and bruised, lay on the ground, his body battered from the savage fight with the Guardian leader. Richard’s heart pounded in his chest as he looked at his friend, who had pushed himself to the limit, fighting with everything he had to protect them. Zara was at his side, carefully tending to his wounds, but Richard could see the fear in her eyes. Kai’s condition was worsening with every passing minute.The Guardians had been relentless. One by one, they had fallen at the hands of Kai, but the last Guardian—the leader—had almost ended his life. Now, with the battle seemingly over, the weight of the situation set in. Victor was gone, but their true enemy was still out there, somewhere in the mountains. The Xan Ling herb—the very thing that had brought them to this point—was still hidden within the cave, guarded by secrets they had yet to understand.
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Chapter: Chapter Three Hundred and Sixty SevenVictor, kneeling before Tian Jun, had just been killed, his life snuffed out by the unforgiving hand of the Guardians, their sense of justice brutal and absolute. Victor had made his choice, and now the consequences were laid bare.But as the blood soaked into the ground and the last echoes of battle filled the forest, Richard couldn’t help but notice something—a presence behind him. Kai was standing there, his eyes hard with resolve. The brutal force of the Guardians had pushed Richard’s mind toward a singular desire: to protect his friends and stop this madness. But Kai had other plans.The tension in Richard’s chest deepened as he heard Kai’s voice low and controlled, his hands clenched into fists at his sides. “I won’t let you go,” he said, his voice barely audible against the rustling of the leaves.“What?” Richard spun around to face him. “Kai, what are you talking about?”Kai stepped forward, blocking Richard’s path with a calm but determined expression. “This is my moment. I’v
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Chapter: Chapter Three Hundred and Sixty SixThe tension in the air was suffocating, thick with the weight of inevitable violence. As the Dawn Brotherhood and the Guardians stood locked in a fierce standoff, it became clear that this was more than just a fight for control over the Xan Ling herb—it was a fight for survival.Victor, his jaw clenched in frustration and rage, gave a subtle nod to his men. The time for words was over. His eyes gleamed with a mix of desperation and defiance. The Guardians—with their implacable, unwavering presence—had made it clear that they wouldn’t let anyone take the herb. But Victor wasn’t about to give up so easily.He signaled to his group of thugs, all armed and eager to prove themselves. The group, eager for action, began to advance toward the Guardians, weapons raised, eyes burning with intensity. Victor’s men were skilled in their own right, but they were not prepared for the sheer power of the Guardians.“Go after them!” Victor shouted, his voice filled with urgency. “Take down the Guardian
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Chapter: Chapter Three Hundred and Sixty FiveAs the standoff between Richard, Zara, Kai, and Victor reached a tense standstill, the fog around them seemed to grow heavier, cloaking them in an eerie silence. The mountain air hung still, thick with the weight of the confrontation. Richard’s hand was still on his blade, his mind racing, trying to figure out how this all fit together. Victor, the Dawn Brotherhood, even the mysterious figure of Raiden—they were all competing for the Xan Ling herb, but they were still not the true players in this dangerous game.The words from Tian Jun echoed in Richard’s mind, "The herb chooses its heir". But Richard hadn’t expected to learn the truth in such an unsettling manner.Raiden, the imposing figure, had just stepped in to stop Victor, but now his large frame seemed out of place in the growing tension. There was something unsettling about his presence—a quiet, predatory kind of calm that made Richard uneasy. The look in Tian Jun’s eyes had shifted from one of wise contemplation to something
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Chapter: Chapter Three Hundred and Sixty FourThe path had become steeper, the forest thicker, as Richard, Zara, and Kai followed Tian Jun deeper into the mountains. The fog, which had clung to the trees and rocks earlier, now enveloped them completely. Their steps grew slower as the terrain became more treacherous, with uneven rocks and slippery moss underfoot. Richard, despite the fatigue from the journey, remained focused. He was certain they were getting closer. The Xan Ling herb was within their grasp, but something about Tian Jun's manner had changed.For the past several hours, Tian Jun had been moving with purpose, barely speaking except for the occasional piece of advice or cryptic comment. Richard had learned to take his words with caution, understanding that Tian Jun had a wisdom that was both deep and unsettling.But now, they had come to a stop. Tian Jun’s figure stood motionless at the edge of a narrow, rocky pass, his face calm, almost contemplative, as he stared into the dense fog ahead.Richard looked around, con
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Chapter: Chapter Three Hundred and Sixty-ThreeWith the Dawn Brotherhood retreating into the mist, Richard, Zara, and Kai caught their breath, their bodies bruised but alive. The giant man stood silently, his massive form looming over them. He was older than Richard had first assumed, his face weathered and his body covered in scars that told stories of countless battles.“Thank you,” Richard said, his voice hoarse from the fight. “You came just in time.”The giant grunted, his gaze scanning the forest, still on alert. “You’re lucky I was nearby. The Dawn Brotherhood is a dangerous group. I wouldn’t trust them if I were you.”“Who are you?” Zara asked, her tone cautious but curious.The giant’s lips curled into a grim smile. “I’m Tian Jun.”Richard’s heart skipped a beat. This was the man they had been searching for—the man who knew the way to the Xan Ling herb.“You’re Tian Jun,” Richard said, his voice filled with awe and respect. “We’ve been looking for you.”Tian Jun nodded slowly. “I know. You’re not the first to come seeking
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