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The supreme life-force martial arts
A few days later, once the dust had fully settled and the world had moved on from House Lionheart, Barry sent out a discreet invitation.It was addressed to only one person.The mysterious martial arts master who had offered to train him to become the strongest.Barry invited him properly to his home.On the day of the master’s arrival, Barry sent a black luxury sedan bearing the Sullivan crest to pick him up at the private airport terminal. Hours later, the same car pulled up before Barry's private home.Inside the mansion, Barry stood by the dining hall window, hands behind his back. Sebastian appeared silently at his side.“The guest has arrived, Master,” Sebastian said.A moment later, the doors opened.The martial arts master entered dressed in a simple white robe that hung loosely from his shoulders, its fabric unadorned and unmarked by wealth or status. Leather sandals wrapped his feet, and in his right hand he carried a plain wooden staff.His long white hair flowed freely d
A generational alliance
The genie raised his hand. “As you wish,” he said.Then he snapped his fingers, the sound echoing through the chamber like a gunshot.For a brief instant, the air trembled. The genie’s voice rang out.“The successful coup has been reversed,” he declared. “Roland Lionheart is no longer king.”Roland gasped. Something inside him broke like glass. “The will of the people has been restored,” the genie continued. “The military’s loyalty to Roland has been severed. No one would answer to you anymore.”Roland felt it instantly.The authority he had over the military and his subjects had evaporated in the air. He slumped forward, barely catching himself with his hands as his knees hit the floor again.The genie turned to Barry. “Do you desire any further wishes, master?”Barry looked at the lamp, then at Roland, then calmly shook his head. “That’ll be all.”The genie nodded. “Very well. If you ever require my presence, rub the lamp and I'll be summoned.”His form dissolved into smoke and lig
Reversed Wish
Roland staggered back a step, his eyes darting between the two men who had just appeared in his private chamber.“Who are you?” he demanded hoarsely. “How did you get in here? What are you doing in my palace?”Barry met his gaze calmly, hands buried deep in his pockets. He looked very relaxed as if he was standing in his own living room.“I’m the Big Man of Liberty City,” Barry said casually. “I’m sure you’re surprised to see me. Don’t worry—most people don’t know what I look like either.”Roland’s pupils shrank.For a split second, panic flashed across his face. Then he forced himself to straighten, drawing himself up with the pride of a king.“This makes no sense,” he snapped. “My nation’s defenses are impenetrable. My guards are everywhere. How did you get past them?”Barry glanced sideways at Sebastian.“Oh, we didn’t sneak past anyone,” he replied. “My butler has the power of teleportation. We simply appeared here.”Roland’s head snapped toward Sebastian, staring at him as if he
The last wish
The genie tilted his head in confusion. Other men would've used their last wish for more power, but Roland was only interested in his niece.“If I may ask, King Roland,” he said calmly, “why do you desire your niece to return to you?”Roland’s eyes sharpened.“Because Elara is a threat to my reign as king,” he snapped. “She may look meek, but she's very smart and dangerous. If she lives freely, she could rally other nations against me. I can't risk that.”His fingers curled into a fist as he looked up at the genie with a cold gaze.“I want her brought back so I can eliminate her,” Roland continued. “When she’s gone, no one will dare challenge me again. I will rule forever.”The genie regarded him for a long moment, realizing this man was a psychopath.“Very well,” he said at last. “Speak your wish, and it shall be granted.”His heart racing, Roland opened his mouth to make his wish. But the words never came.A sudden, crushing weakness washed over him. His vision blurred, the room sp
King Roland Lionheart
King Roland Lionheart sat upon his throne like a conquering tyrant. He crossed his leg lazily over the other while his fingers drummed quietly on the armrest."My Lord," a messenger rushed in. "The envoys have returned."Roland raised his chin. "Let them in."The heavy doors creaked open, and the three envoys entered the throne room in silence. They knelt before him, their heads bowed low against the floor."Your Majesty," General Corvus greeted him, his voice unsteady.Roland’s eyes narrowed. He didn't see Elara with them. They had all returned empty handed. “Where is my niece?” he demanded sharply. "Did you succeed on your assignment?"The envoys exchanged uneasy glances. A brief hesitation passed between them before Corvus swallowed and spoke.“Your Majesty, the Big Man of Liberty City refused to release the princess.”Roland surged forward in his seat. “What?” he roared. The hawk-nosed envoy lifted his head slightly. “The Big Man threatened the throne, Your Majesty. He said he i
Magic items
Barry tilted his head slightly, confusion crossing his face.“Magic items?” he asked. “What exactly are magic items?”Sebastian folded his hands behind his back and answered calmly,“They are objects created or altered through supernatural means,” he said. “A sword that never dulls and cuts through steel is a magic item. A mirror that shows you a distant place is a magic item.”Barry frowned. “So, they're basically magical tools?”“In a way,” Sebastian replied. “But they have rules. Every magic item has limits, costs, and conditions. The more powerful the effect, the heavier the price.”Barry’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Like the Hourglass of Destiny?”Sebastian shook his head at once. “No. The Hourglass of Destiny is a divine artifact. It was forged by higher entities that exist above demons, gods, and mortals alike.”He continued, “Magic items are far beneath that level. They are created by ancient beings, powerful sorcerers, fallen gods, or even demons who learned how to bind power i
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