Zerath wasn't the only one hunting or investigating Ragnar’s trails. But he was the only one who had attached a face to the problem Ragnar caused him. With the level of losses he incurred, and his vengeful nature, it was impossible for him to let it go. He would keep seeking means to get even. Many people he had problems with in the past always found themselves encountering some terrible accidents. This was all thanks to his elders’ favouritism, letting him use official troops, resources and shadow Warriors for his personal vendetta. That was also the reason Vireille was especially attentive while teaching him a lesson. He deserved every bit of it. Normally, for people who weren't strong enough to attract her attention, she merely beats them enough to give up, or till they lose their abilities to fight. Zerath was one of the very few people she went the extra mile to humiliate, torture and embarrass in public during the competition. Because he was a snake and she'd seen h

Ragnar looked at the aura concealment formation above him.The protective dome was still strong and active. Its brownish radiance remained steady, layers of concealing energy overlapping one another as they sealed the room from prying senses.Yet the Void Ice Archive had reacted.Ragnar’s gaze sharpened.Just how formidable was the person lusting after his inheritance?The thought alone sent a faint chill down his spine.“This is bad.” Ragnar muttered, brows drawn together. “The level of that person's insight and resources are terrifying.”His eyes lingered on the formation above him.It had been carefully constructed to conceal everything within the bathroom. Even someone attempting to probe the area would have to first overcome the formation before they could sense what was inside.Yet somehow, the Void Ice Archive had still responded.That meant the person calling for it wasn't simply powerful.They possessed knowledge.Knowledge of the Void Ice Archive and how to locate it. And pe

As Ragnar slept peacefully, chaos was unfolding somewhere in Eadom.A group of six old men sat around a long table in a dimly lit basement.Most of them had brought a younger descendant along. The children being groomed as heirs to their respective clans were routinely introduced to secret meetings like these. It was how they became familiar with the inner circle, learned how power was truly wielded, and kept an eye out for suitable marriage alliances among the younger generation.That was how families like theirs continued to expand their influence.Strategic alliances. Marriage ties. Mergers that combined resources and made each family appear stronger than it had been before.But this early morning, business was the last thing on their minds.They had gathered because something far more valuable had appeared.At the head of the alliance sat a man dressed entirely in black. He appeared to be in his forties, though appearances meant little in a world where cultivation could preserve y

Ragnar’s eyes swept across the room, his nose wrinkling slightly in distaste.Vonn was still clutching the metal frame of his bunk, trying to pull himself upright. He turned towards Ragnar and shot him an offended glare.But Ragnar’s attention had already shifted to the people standing by the door.Zhuge Qingyun and Laycon Draegor.The hands resting on Thane’s ass released him with lightning speed. Ragnar shoved him away and immediately reached for his sash, dragging it into place.“What are you doing here?”Laycon chuckled, touching his nose as he tried, and failed, to hide the thoughts racing through his mind.Ragnar knew exactly what he was thinking.The rumours about him being bisexual and behaving inappropriately with Thane had already spread throughout the school.And now Laycon had walked in on this.Watching Ragnar carry on like that would only give those rumours more fuel.“Don't worry.” Zhuge Qingyun answered and flopped down on a chair. “We won't tell anyone.”“What's there

The sleep and exhaustion that had clung to Ragnar like a second skin had long since disappeared.His eyes held nothing but clarity and calculation.He rose from his seat and made his way to his workstation. For the past two days, the tournament had consumed nearly every waking moment. He hadn't had the time, or the inclination, to check anything concerning his finances.But now, he had a little task to handle.After inputting a series of complicated codes, he finally established a connection with the small advanced-tech team he had acquired some time ago.He had needed an investment startup with strong roots in technology and information systems to aid in expanding his assets, so he had acquired one a month ago. They had only been given a few weeks for restructuring and rigorous training, but every member of the team was a top professional in their respective fields.He could rely on them to get a few things done.Ragnar leaned back slightly, his fingers tapping against the edge of th