The first man charged at Adrian without hesitation. His heavy boots slammed against the concrete floor as he swung a thick metal pipe toward Adrian's head. Adrian barely moved, simply leaning his head to the side and allowing the weapon to pass harmlessly beside his face before grabbing the man's wrist.The man's eyes widened.Before he could react, Adrian twisted his arm sharply and drove his elbow into his stomach. The man doubled over with a painful groan, but Adrian didn't stop there. He grabbed the back of his jacket and threw him across the room. His body crashed heavily against a stack of wooden crates before sliding onto the floor.Another man immediately rushed forward.Adrian turned just in time to block a powerful punch. He caught the man's fist and drove his knee into his ribs. The man staggered backward, but Adrian followed without giving him an opportunity to recover. His fist struck the man's jaw, snapping his head violently to the side before he collapsed onto the conc

The sound of several vehicles approaching the warehouse grew louder with every passing second. Their tires screeched against the rough ground outside before the engines suddenly fell silent.Lucas remained against the wall, watching Adrian carefully. The confidence he had shown earlier had almost completely disappeared, but he still tried to hide his fear behind a cold expression.Adrian didn't look toward the entrance. His spiritual senses had already spread outside the warehouse, allowing him to feel the presence of several people surrounding the building."How many people did you bring this time?" Adrian asked calmly.Lucas smiled faintly. "Enough.""You said that before.""And your men are still lying unconscious on the floor."Lucas's jaw tightened.Before he could respond, the warehouse doors suddenly swung open, and a group of heavily armed men entered. They moved cautiously, spreading across the entrance while keeping their weapons pointed at Adrian.Elena's expression immedia

Lucas slowly raised his head when the distant sound of sirens became louder. The faint flashing lights of approaching police vehicles could already be seen through the broken windows of the warehouse. A strange smile appeared on his bruised face."You really think this is over?"Adrian stood several feet away from him, his expression completely calm."The explosives are gone. Your men are down, and Elena and Sophia have already left the building. Whatever happens next, you'll be the one answering for it."Lucas let out a quiet laugh."You still don't understand.""I don't need to understand you."Adrian turned toward the entrance."The police will be here soon."Lucas shook his head."If the police arrive, you won't believe what happens next."Adrian stopped and glanced back at him."Then tell them when they get here."Lucas's smile widened."There is one last secret."Adrian's expression remained indifferent."I don't care."Lucas blinked."You don't care?""As long as Elena, Sophia,

The news about Lucas Brown spread across the country the following morning. Every major news channel carried the same story, and within hours, his name was trending across social media.“FUGITIVE EX-CONVICT LUCAS BROWN ARRESTED AND RETURNED TO PRISON.”Another report revealed that his original prison sentence had been increased after authorities uncovered additional crimes connected to his recent activities. The former convict, who had escaped custody and remained hidden for some time, had finally been captured.Images of Lucas being escorted into a heavily secured police vehicle circulated across the internet. His hands were restrained behind his back, while several armed officers surrounded him as he was taken away. People who had once feared his name were now discussing his downfall. Some were shocked that he had managed to escape prison in the first place, while others were relieved that he had finally been caught.The authorities also confirmed that several people connected to Lu

Seven hours passed without a single word being exchanged between Leon and the Master of the Citadel Sect.Leon remained suspended inside the dark chamber, his body completely motionless as the strange formation beneath him continued drawing spiritual energy from the surrounding walls. The chains around his wrists and ankles glowed faintly, keeping his weakened body fixed in place while the resentment spirit buried deep within his soul remained dormant.The Master had already left him there. There was nothing more to discuss. His decision had been made. Leon would become the weapon that destroyed the balance between the realms.Seven hours later, the entire formation suddenly trembled.A deep vibration traveled through the chamber as the twelve black stones surrounding Leon began glowing simultaneously. Ancient symbols appeared across the floor one after another, forming a complicated spiritual pattern beneath his feet.Leon's closed eyes suddenly opened, and a strange light flashed th