While Dustin did not react to Aidan's invitation, Jackson suddenly became excited. "Dustin, why are you silent? Hurry up and agree! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!" Jackson prodded Dustin eagerly. Aidan Ridge was the Sandscale. He was one of the five most powerful martial artists in the Southwest and on par with Jackson's master, reaching the level of a grandmaster. Every year, countless martial artists vie to become Aidan's disciples. However, his disdain for ordinary weaklings, due to his proud and unpredictable temperament, kept him a solitary figure. Unexpectedly, the proud Sandscale had chosen to take on a disciple of his own accord today. "Thank you, Mr. Ridge. However, I have no intention of taking on a master." Dustin declined while shaking his head."Young man, I don't just take in anyone. You should think it over." Aidan raised an eyebrow in surprise.Due to his status, there were countless people eager to become his disciples every day. He didn't expec

Ryan's experience inside the oasis was like a never-ending nightmare. Just the thought of it sent shivers down his spine, and he lacked the courage to venture back inside. "What is there to fear? With me around, nothing would hurt you. No matter how dangerous it is, I can keep you completely safe," Aidan declared confidently. "Mr. Ridge, please don't take the oasis lightly," Ryan said, shaking his head. "We only roamed the outskirts for a while but already encountered various dangers that resulted in injuries and casualties. "The inner areas remain unexplored, but I can assure you that the deeper you venture, the more dangerous it becomes. The monsters also grow stronger, and even grandmasters should proceed with caution.""Kid, aren't you exaggerating a bit? You're just a divine-level martial artist and may not fully grasp the true strength of a grandmaster."Aidan continued dismissively, "Besides, I'm not your average grandmaster. I can deal with a few monsters within minu

"Sir … Sir, I don't know what you're saying. Let go of me. I can't breathe."The middle-aged woman was lifted off the ground, and her face was beet red. She kept struggling to break free, but it was to no avail.She was like a weak chick in Dustin's hands—he could kill her at any second. "Dustin, what are you doing?" Jackson furrowed his brow in confusion. It was not appropriate for a civilized person like Dustin to make a move on innocent civilians."Are you crazy, Dustin? She was kind enough to send us candles. Yet, you're trying to hurt her. How cruel." After seeing that, Garrett scolded Dustin indignantly.On the other hand, Aidan was sipping on wine relaxedly. It was as if he was an outsider in this situation.Grace wore a confused expression. However, she didn't say anything. She knew Dustin had his reasons."This person is suspicious. She wants to harm us!" Dustin glared at the middle-aged woman, not wanting to let go."Sir, I … I didn't do anything. It must be a misu

"Oh no! The golden net is about to break!" A shout suddenly sounded.When everyone looked over, Ryan's body seemed to grow bigger in the golden net.He was covered in black lines from head to toe.His teeth and nails had become sharper while his eyes turned from red to black. He was even letting out roars like a beast.Ryan's roar grew louder after each one, and his expression contorted into an ugly snarl.His back slowly arched, causing the golden net's wires to snap one by one.Ryan let out another roar. His sharp nails grabbed the net and ripped it apart.The sturdy golden net was torn into half, revealing a huge gap in it.Due to inertia, the young men holding onto the net crashed to the ground. "Oh no! This crazy man is about to escape!""Quick! Find a way to trap him!"Everyone was startled. They quickly took out ropes, looped them around Ryan, and swung it around swiftly. They planned to tie him up that way.Ryan roared up to the sky, and his robust body shook viole

"What?" When Sebastian turned around, he was met with a gleam of light.It came at an extremely fast speed, bringing along a faint smell of blood.The person who made the move was Ryan!After being pinned to the tree, Ryan failed to break free. In the end, he grabbed the gun barrel with both hands and pulled himself forward by a foot.When he got close to Sebastian, he targeted his neck.His sharp nails were like blades of steel, extremely deadly."How pathetic!" Sebastian sneered when faced with the sudden attack. He punched right at Ryan without paying him any heed.An explosion sounded.Ryan's nails cut through Sebastian's energy armor. This caused Sebastian's entire wrist to be cut off.Blood splattered everywhere at that moment."Ah!" Sebastian was taken aback seeing his hand on the ground. Immediately, he let out a shrill scream.Sebastian never expected Ryan's nails to be that sharp. It could be compared to a divine weapon.Ryan had broken his energy armor easily."