Serisya was in deep shock, her body collapsing limply into King Boman’s arms. Her eyes were closed, her face pale, and her breathing barely audible. Her feelings for Hansen turned out to be far deeper than she had ever realized. The harsh reality that Hansen had nearly died to save her shook her heart to its core, causing her to faint on the spot.King Boman swiftly carried his weakened daughter back to her chambers. His expression was grim, yet protective. He said not a single word along the way, only instructing the palace servants to prepare a calming tonic and guard Serisya closely.Meanwhile, the Kingdom’s Ancestor stood silently in the grand hall, staring at the darkening sky through a large window. He said nothing, but his gaze reflected a heavy contemplation. Without delay, he strode quickly toward the Secret Formation Room beneath the palace.Inside the dim chamber, blue spirit stones floated gently in the air, forming a complex pattern of ancient formations. The Ancestor pla

Hansen spread his divine awareness like a thin mist, slowly creeping into every corner of the forest and stones. His heartbeat remained calm, but his eyes were sharp with vigilance. A few seconds later, his gaze shifted toward a large boulder on the north side of the river."Someone's watching," he murmured softly, the corners of his lips curling into a cold smile.Without a sound, Hansen’s body vanished from where he stood, as if swallowed by thin air.Meanwhile, behind the large boulder, a man in a black cloak with a silver snake emblem on his shoulder held a crystal communication tablet. He was Lui, one of Leader Heng's best scouts."The target is by the riverside. I will—" His words cut off the moment he realized Hansen was no longer in sight."Where did he go?" Lui growled quietly, scanning the area, cold sweat beginning to bead on his temples.A voice came from behind—cold, sharp, and slicing straight to the spine."Are you looking for me?"Lui’s eyes widened in shock. His body

Adaru stormed down the corridor, his face twisted in anger. The servants who caught sight of him quickly lowered their heads, not daring to meet his eyes. His every movement radiated arrogance and oppressive force. As the eldest son of one of the Sky Pavilion’s founders and current highest shareholder, when Adaru was upset, someone usually regretted it shortly after.In front of the room where Hansen was staying, Adaru didn’t hesitate. He raised his hand and—Bang!The door slammed open so violently the hinges came off, and the wooden panel crashed to the ground with a loud thud. Three burly men immediately entered the room.Hansen, who had been sitting on the bed, jolted in surprise. His eyes narrowed at the sight before him—three unfamiliar men behaving rudely, followed by a single arrogant man striding in like he owned the place."Who are you, and what do you want?" Hansen asked calmly, but with firm authority in his tone. He didn’t rise from the bed, simply staring with a cold gaz

"Who are you?" Hansen asked in a calm yet sharp tone, his eyes narrowing with caution. His gaze dissected every movement of the old man and the two figures standing stiffly amidst the light evening mist that lingered around the bamboo house.The old man grinned, revealing a row of teeth—many of which were missing. He leaned on a black wooden staff carved with ancient symbols. The staff looked old but remarkably well maintained."Hehehe…" His laugh was low and deep, yet it sent chills down one’s spine—like a sound crawling out of a chest long burdened with grudges.Without warning, the old man raised his staff and hurled it straight at Hansen.Swoosh!Reacting quickly, Hansen swung his left arm sideways. The staff was deflected, crashing into the bamboo wall.Braaak!The sound of splintering wood echoed. A hole formed in the wall, and the staff embedded itself in the ground outside.Tension instantly flooded the room. The two children, who had been huddled beside their ailing mother, c

After making sure Risa fully understood the prescription and how to prepare it in detail, Hansen handed her a pouch of gold coins. The amount was more than enough to purchase all the rare ingredients listed in the recipe—and then some. He knew that without his help, Risa wouldn’t be able to do anything on her own."Use it wisely," Hansen said, gently patting the girl’s head. "Take good care of your mother. If anyone asks about me, tell them I’m no one."Risa nodded quickly, tears streaming down her cheeks. "Thank you, Brother Hansen. I’ll remember this kindness for the rest of my life."Without another word, Hansen turned and walked away from the dilapidated hut, heading for his next destination—the Royal Palace of Sora.That day, the palace was under tighter security than usual. Guards stood at every corner, clad in silver robes with the Kingdom’s crest upon their chests. Yet not one of them noticed as Hansen walked past.He had activated the Vanishing Mode from his spiritual techniq