Distribution trucks began arriving through the back entrance while workers hurriedly moved crates of medicine, as if they were afraid someone was watching.In one corner of the storage area, Oliver slipped several pill samples into small pressure-resistant tubes. His hands moved fast, showing he was already used to conducting secret investigations like this."The composition is worse than we expected," he whispered. "There are pain suppressants, heart stimulants, and addictive substances disguised as energy enhancers.""And once they become dependent, they'll keep buying Wellington products."Allison's gaze turned cold. "They're making money off soldiers risking their lives for the Empire. I wonder if only this type of pill has dangerous ingredients."Not far away, Callen stood while observing the distribution routes. His eyes followed every crate moving in and out of the warehouse.Something was bothering him."The shipment volume is too large," he muttered.Oliver glanced at him. "W

Dale smirked as he spun the black dagger in his hand. The laboratory's red lights reflected in his sharp eyes."You're still as arrogant as ever," he said mockingly. "Even after becoming Supreme General, you still walk straight into enemy territory alone as if no one in this world can stop you."Callen remained standing calmly in front of Oliver and Allison while the Imperial Vanguard soldiers surrounded them from every direction."I didn't expect my disguise to be exposed this quickly either," Callen replied. "I thought you were just a bunch of guard dogs protecting a laboratory."A low laugh escaped Dale's mouth. He stepped forward and pointed the tip of his dagger at Callen."I didn't recognize you from your face. Your disguise is good. Even the way you talk changed."His tone became sharper."But a person's aura can't lie. Your killing intent is too distinctive to forget."Allison frowned in confusion while Oliver narrowed his eyes. Around them, the Imperial Vanguard soldiers beca

Silence filled the laboratory for a moment as it looked more like the ruins of a battlefield now. Thin smoke drifted through the air, mixed with the sharp smell of blood and burning metal.The remaining Imperial Vanguard soldiers exchanged pale looks."Why are you all standing there?!" Dale shouted while wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth. "Attack him!"But nobody moved.Callen's aura was too overwhelming. Just standing a few meters away from him already made it difficult for them to breathe.Blood was still dripping endlessly from the black spear in his hand. One Vanguard soldier gritted his teeth and shouted to force himself to regain courage."We still outnumber him!"Several soldiers charged at once from different directions. Energy bullets were fired while close-range cultivators leaped high into the air to strike Callen's head.Their attacks shook the entire laboratory violently once again. But Callen's face remained expressionless.BOOOOM!His aura exploded outward l

Cedric canceled all his plans to calm his mind before attending a monthly meet-up in the Imperial Palace. Deep within the palace, a secret meeting hall was filled with the heavy aura of the powerful figures who controlled Valdera from the shadows.The room was illuminated only by golden crystal chandeliers hanging high from the ceiling.Lucas sat in the main seat wearing the black robes of the Empire. He looked over everyone seated around the long table.On his right sat Matthew Sullivan and Cedric Wellington, while several other leaders of major organizations were also present.The hall doors opened. The sound of boots echoed through the chamber before a tall, black-haired man entered wearing the uniform of the Imperial Vanguard.That man was Felix Frostmere, the current supreme commander of the Imperial Vanguard.Felix's aura felt cruel and oppressive even without being intentionally released. His face was handsome yet sharp, with a thin scar beneath his left eye that made him look

Heavy pressure filled the hall as the discussion shifted to a topic far more sensitive than Hawkins or Wellington."The military is still too loyal to the Supreme General," James said.Michael gave a small nod before adding, "Even after years of retirement, Rosalin returned and immediately gained their support. That proves their loyalty isn't to the throne."Felix clicked his tongue in annoyance, still unable to believe Fang had lost to Rosalin. "They respect symbols and achievements, not rulers," he replied.Lucas clenched his teeth as a cold look appeared in his eyes. "And that's the problem," he stated. "As long as the military has someone they respect more than the Emperor, Valdera will never truly be under my control."He slowly looked at everyone in the hall. "If they respect heroes, then we will kill all of them so they have no choice but to respect us," he declared.Lucas's voice turned colder as he continued. "We just need to kill influential and strong figures in the militar