The place was extremely awkward.After all, this was Amos’s banquet that Naruse got invited to. Since the guest was already gone… What was the point of the so-called banquet?Clap, clap, clap!When nobody knew how to react to the situation, Amos clapped lightly.“On behalf of the Smalt Sect, I thank you!“Without you, we wouldn’t have known that the Islanders are ruthless enough to assassinate a consul!“I have a conflict with Stefan, but this has nothing to do with them at all.“From now on, you’re a friend of mine!“No matter who takes control over the Smalt Sect in the future, this will never change!”Amos showed a gentle look on his face; it was clear he was trying to go the easy way out. In fact, he was just about to leave after saying those words.“Did I say that you can leave?”Harvey’s calm words were enough to shock the entire crowd.Amos stopped in his tracks, and looked back at Harvey with a deep frown.The crowd was dead silent once again. A lot of people froze

“Amos fought Harvey a few times before and took quite a few losses…“But not a single outsider knew about it.“But today, he was completely disrespected in front of a crowd. Even his guest had to scurry out of the place because of Harvey.“His plan was a complete failure. Under such circumstances, judging from his prideful attitude, it’s only natural for him to go all in.”Roue knocked on the table.“That said, it might not be the wrong play either.“After all, his reputation is down the drain at this point.“Rather than constantly playing tricks on Harvey and getting bested every single time…“It’d probably be better to just fight him head-on!“He might not lose if he shows the Smalt Sect’s true strength!“That said, such a huge gamble would’ve never happened in the first place…“Harvey’s no ordinary man at all.”Hannah’s thin lips curved.“Of course not.“Amos might lose this time as well. “If that happens, Harvey would obtain the Nine Eyed Beads. All of the secrets w

“As expected of the top talent of the outskirts’ younger generation , maybe even the entire Desert Province.”Before Stefan could stand up with a horrible expression, Master Roben had already walked forward while playing with his crossbow.“If Stefan’s even half as good as you, I wouldn’t have to see you today.“Speaking of, he’s quite the lucky man. He caused you a great deal of trouble, but he still managed to earn your friendship. I’m relieved.”Master Roben’s words had deep meaning; he seemed to understand a lot about Harvey, along with why Stefan would try to challenge Amos at such a moment.That said, he only implied all that without actually speaking about it. No matter the case, he couldn’t hide the admiration he had toward Harvey.Harvey chuckled.“You’re kidding. I’m not from the outskirts, or the Desert Province. I do think that Stefan fits the title more, though.”Stefan felt a little prideful after hearing Harvey’s words. He knew he was no match against Harvey, but

“Him?”Master Roben frowned.“His status, background, and strength are far inferior compared to Amos, no?”Stefan’s face darkened after hearing those words. ‘Why would you even say something like that…?’“He’s suitable exactly because of this. That way, he’ll recognize the people who gave him the opportunity to rise to power.“That recognition is exactly what he needs to sit firmly in his position. This will be the reason why the outskirts will stand firm.“After all, the country is filled with outstanding talents.“However, a person who knows his limits suits my needs far more than those talents.“To put this bluntly…“Stefan knows that if he actually got closer to the country’s enemies…“Since I got him here in the first place, I’d be able to take his position away just as easily.”Harvey showed a faint smile, as if his words were nothing but the truth. It was as if his actions and words alone could decide anyone’s fate.Stefan showed a horrible expression; he would’ve la

On the third day, early in the morning.Harvey wore his simple white tracksuit when he reached the front door. A Haval limousine with a bright yellow license plate had been waiting outside.Stefan came out of the passenger’s seat to open the door for Harvey.Harvey went inside the car, waiting for it to start up with a smile on his face.“There’s no free food in this world. Speak up if there’s something on your mind.”Stefan chuckled awkwardly before handing a laptop to Harvey.“The schedule of the ceremony’s out, Sir York. Other than the ones that are the same as before… The Smalt Sect arranged a battle as well.”“A battle?”Harvey chuckled.“What? Are they planning for experts to fight to the death now?”Stefan let out a sigh.“It’d be good if that were the case…but that’s not it. This is a battle of the sect’s teachings. And also…”Stefan swallowed his spit.“Amos told his subordinates to announce that he’ll bet all of his Eyed Beads in the battle. And that he hopes tha