When Vice Dean Elsie and Alice descended from the sky as streaks of iridescent light, they were greeted by the gathered crowd below. A flicker of shock crossed their faces first, then their gazes immediately locked onto the two unfamiliar figures present.Angel and Neil.Though the oppressive aura emanating from the pair was faint, it carried an extraordinary sense of pressure.However, what eased their worries slightly was that no conflict seemed to have erupted between the two sides—which meant these two unknown Divine-Rank powerhouses were presumably not enemies.Albert, where is Enoch? Vice Dean Elsie scanned the area, but there was no sign of Enoch anywhere. Yet judging from the residual energy ripples lingering between heaven and earth, it was clear that an extremely fierce battle had taken place here not long ago.It seems we’ve arrived a step too late. A look of apology flitted across Alice’s beautiful face. I was waylaid by Howard. Though I managed to injure him and drive him

The old man has also been lingering on this matter all these years. Andrew was the bloodline he valued most. After you fled back then, he had a violent falling-out with the Mountain Lord Vein of the clan, and hasn’t had any contact with them for years. I can tell that he also harbors a lingering sense of guilt toward Andrew.When we received the message from Andrew this time, the old man learned that he had fathered a child outside the clan. Though he showed no sign of it on his face, I could sense that his mood had lifted considerably. As for the news about Albert—we actually received it several months ago. The reason we weren’t able to come sooner is that the old man left his seclusion to go to the Mountain Lord Vein. He flew into a rage there, declaring that Albert must be brought back to the clan. If anyone dared to obstruct this again, he would go to the Heavenly Abyss and ask the Ancestor to make the final judgment.And the grievances from all those years ago die with the previo

The moment the name left her lips, everyone in the tent stiffened, their gazes sharpening instantly.Is it the Holy Light Ancient Academy of the Central Divine Continent? Angel asked.Vice Dean Elsie nodded, then turned to Albert and Emily. The Holy Light Ancient Academy ranks among the most prestigious institutions of learning in the entire world. It is also one of the founding members of the Academy Alliance—its heritage and foundation are beyond anything you could possibly imagine.Furthermore, the Holy Light Ancient Academy boasts the largest and most illustrious Light Element Department, which is its hallmark. In fact, in a way, Emily is truly suited for that place. Though the academy teems with prodigies, I firmly believe that with her talent, Emily will shine brilliantly even among such exalted company.Christie chipped in as well: The Holy Light Ancient Academy houses a mystical Light Pool. Legend has it that the seeds of all high-grade Soul Power Trees must be tempered in thi

Though it’s not exactly fair, the reward is incredibly generous. Are you sure you won’t take the gamble?A faint, warm breath brushed against Albert’s ear. The subtle implication woven into that soft voice made him catch on instantly. He swallowed hard twice, his gaze locking onto Emily’s glistening earlobes—now tinted a faint shade of crimson—and his breathing grew heavy and ragged.The stakes were so high that not even the calmest person in the world could possibly refuse.Deal! he declared firmly.Emily’s departure was set for two days later.This meant she wouldn’t even be able to accompany the Martin family convoy back to Navia City. Yet everyone understood there was no other choice—time was far too pressing for Emily. Her burning Light Heart was sapping her life force with every passing moment; the longer the delay, the more severe her condition would become.So after confirming that the Holy Light Ancient Academy could resolve the crisis of her Light Heart, Albert, despite the

Emily nodded gently, then, under the watchful eyes of everyone, she took the initiative to tiptoe and press a soft kiss to Albert’s lips.After that, she hesitated no longer. Though her heart was filled with overwhelming reluctance, she pulled out of Albert’s embrace, stretched out her long legs, and walked toward Christie.Albert stood rooted to the spot in silence, the sky full of sunset glow and that graceful figure reflected in his pupils. Amidst the many gazes brimming with reluctance, Emily reached Christie’s side. The latter gave her a warm smile, then brilliant light radiated from her whole body, enveloping Emily’s form within it.In the next moment, a streak of glowing light shot up into the sky, tearing through the sunset clouds and streaking toward the horizon.As Albert stared at the fading streak of light, a faint voice, wrapped in soul power, drifted faintly to his ears.Albert, remember our bet.Her voice sounded somewhat ethereal, yet also carried the bewitching allure