Chapter 525: Chapter 525 Enemies On All Sides
The Capital City Martial Arts Association was taking this matter seriously.
Three Military Marquis would be sufficient to destroy any sect across the globe!
Even the Great Saint Sect, rumored to be the premier sect in the northern region, possessed only one Military Marquis!
At this moment, Mason Raymond remained unaware that the Capital City Martial Arts Association had secretly marked him as a target.
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But I understood deep down that without advancing into the Military Marquis Realm, this trip could become my final journey.
It required a complete four days for me to fully absorb all the dark energy from the initial grave.
I rose from the ground, gently moving my arms, and released a stale breath.
"At this pace, three graves of this caliber should provide enough support for me to advance into the Martial Marquis Realm," I thought.
The Martial Marquis Realm represented a turning point. Upon reaching it, a golden core would develop, and my power would undergo an extraordinary leap!
In today’s world, a Martial Marquis could move virtually without obstruction!
Even elite aristocratic families like the Taylors and Blairs couldn’t force a Martial Marquis to serve them!
"Once I successfully reach the Martial Marquis Realm, I’ll definitely make them pay when I head to Capital City this time!" I said with cold determination.
As long as I could advance to the Martial Marquis Realm, not only could I bring Mabel Sean with me, but I could also use the chance to demonstrate my strength!
Successfully rescuing Mabel Sean was merely the beginning.
I had given Mabel my word that I would help her reach the summit of Capital City!
Either we would reclaim the Sean family, or we would establish an even greater aristocratic dynasty! A genuinely elite sect that would surpass the Sean family!
"Let’s move." I approached the man with the mustache.
The mustache man nodded and guided me to the second grave.
The second grave sat at a northern border location.
Similar to the first grave, this area was essentially deserted, with a frigid environment unsuitable for habitation.
Scanning the surroundings, ice covered everything.
The bitter wind cut like a blade, inflicting unbearable agony.
Gesturing toward a distant ice mountain, the mustache man said, "That’s the spot."
I didn’t waste words, sitting cross-legged and beginning to absorb the dark energy from the second grave.
Another six days passed before I finished absorbing the energy from the second grave.
When I completed it, the date had reached August 27th.
Only thirteen days remained until September 9th!
The mounting pressure filled me with anxiety.
"Take me to the third grave immediately," I said, my impatience showing.
The mustache man wasted no time and quickly led me to the third grave.
By now, my body contained substantial dark energy, which would serve as the foundation for my attempt to break into the Martial Marquis Realm.
Based on my calculations, after consuming the energy from the third grave, I could attempt to enter seclusion and breakthrough to the Martial Marquis Realm.
This represented the quickest approach.
We reached the third grave.
However, the sight here made both of us scowl.
We observed that the third grave was enclosed by tall walls, with skyscrapers constructed around it.
Looking upward, we could see two large characters atop the building: Cold.
"Someone’s operating a business here?" Observing the skyscraper, I couldn’t help but frown.
Additionally, numerous expensive cars were parked below the building.
"Strange, why would anyone establish a company in a location like this?" The man with the mustache stroked his chin and muttered softly.
I also found it peculiar that anyone would choose to build a company in such a place where people were rare and prolonged exposure could even cause illness and death.
"Can you locate a fourth grave?" I asked the man with the mustache.
The mustache man rolled his eyes and replied, "Do you think these graves are vegetables at a roadside stand?"
I gazed at the building and couldn’t help but frown.
After considering for a moment, I finally chose to enter.
Upon entering the company, I noticed that everyone inside appeared extremely gaunt.
"This results from absorbing dark energy." I looked around and whispered to myself.
Individuals who practice dark energy typically become thin and wasted, barely looking human.
I hadn’t fallen into this condition because I could absorb the dark energy while keeping balance with positive energy.
Next, I extended my divine sense, covering the entire building.
Soon, I discovered that this building housed eight Grandmasters total, and one half-step Martial Marquis!
"It appears this isn’t just a regular company." I said seriously.
The man with the mustache agreed, "Right, if I’m not wrong, this should be a sect."
After all, in contemporary society, many sects present themselves to the world through tall buildings.
Even the Great Saint Sect operates this way.
"They say most people who practice dark energy are deceitful and scheming." I said coldly.
The man with the mustache glanced at me and snorted, "Deceitful and scheming people? Don’t you practice dark energy too?"
I frowned, "I’m different."
"How are you different? It’s simply a matter of choosing different sides," the man with the mustache said.
"You claim they’re deceitful and scheming, but aren’t those so-called righteous people of the Great Saint Sect any better?"
I found myself suddenly without words, having nothing to say momentarily.
"Let’s go." The man with the mustache made a valid point, so I said nothing more.
I followed my divine sense toward the rooftop.
Throughout the journey, I could clearly sense the dark energy intensifying.
It wasn’t until I reached the top floor of a particular office that the dark energy had peaked.
I pushed the door, only to discover it was locked, with a Forbidden Power placed on it.
But such a technique meant nothing to me.
I simply channeled spiritual power into my hands and forcefully shattered the Forbidden Power.
The door slowly opened.
Upon entering, I found five people seated inside: one half-step Martial Marquis and four at Peak Grandmaster level!
Each appeared skeletal, disheveled, with deeply receded eyes, looking quite terrifying.
At this moment, they were gathered around a dark square object.
All the dark energy originated from this black square object!
"Who are you!" Upon seeing me, the half-step Martial Marquis rose first!
I explained, "Everyone, please don’t misunderstand, I just came to discuss something with you."
"Hmph, we hid here, and you still won’t leave us alone, huh? Well, I’d like to see what you’re capable of!" The half-step Martial Marquis shouted and immediately lunged toward me with an extended hand!
I had no option but to dodge while explaining.
Unfortunately, the half-step Martial Marquis wouldn’t listen, and his attacks grew more vicious!
My eyebrows furrowed, realizing this could consume considerable time.
So, with my palm wrapped in spiritual power, I struck out with a palm.
"Boom!"
The half-step Martial Marquis was immediately sent flying back and coughed up blood!
The half-step Martial Marquis wiped the blood from his mouth and rose from the ground.
He clenched his teeth and said coldly, "As expected from someone from the Capital City Martial Arts Association, your power is impressive!"
Hearing this, I froze.
"Capital City Martial Arts Association? I’m not from the Capital City Martial Arts Association." I said awkwardly.
"If you’re not from the Capital City Martial Arts Association, you’re their dog!" The half-step Martial Marquis yelled.
I couldn’t help but frown. I remained silent for a moment and then said, "A dog of the Capital City Martial Arts Association? They’re doing everything possible to kill me; how could I become their dog?"
Before the half-step Martial Marquis could respond, the doorway filled with fierce energy once more!
Then, four or five people entered through the door.
These individuals wore white robes bearing the Capital City Martial Arts Association emblem.
Not only that, each also carried a Martial Marquis Weapon!
"You’re skilled at hiding, aren’t you? Hiding in a place like this?" As the men in white robes entered the room, they sneered.
