Chapter 716: Chapter 716 Peak Form Military Marquis
"What did you say?" Alberto Sean’s brow creased slightly, his expression turning ice-cold in an instant.
"I said scram. Get lost if you want to stay alive," Leticia replied, his voice cutting.
Those words immediately set Alberto Sean’s blood boiling.
He stared at Leticia with freezing eyes, his lips curving in a smile that wasn’t quite a smile. "What’s this? Has someone forgotten who I am during my few days in seclusion?"
Leticia had no clue who Alberto Sean was, much less that his words had struck a nerve.
I observed the argument between them from the sidelines, finding the spectacle quite entertaining.
"Classic case of dogs tearing each other apart," Bella Tad sneered from beside me with obvious contempt.
Leticia paid no attention to Alberto Sean. A dark glow erupted from his body like second skin, and his aura exploded outward in that instant.
A bizarre energy field surrounded him, making people’s skin crawl and filling them with primal terror.
Even Alberto Sean found himself frowning at the sensation.
"Mason Raymond, time to die," Leticia declared with icy finality.
His voice still echoing, he clenched his fist and lunged straight at me.
His fist carried the force of ten thousand pounds.
Crushing energy accompanied by violent winds rushed forward.
My expression stayed calm. I roared and raised my Golden Fist instantly.
The next moment, two devastating punches crashed together.
"Boom!"
The impact generated horrifying collision energy that detonated between us and rippled outward!
Bystanders who couldn’t dodge fast enough were thrown back, coughing up blood.
A massive locust tree near us exploded into dust!
When the debris cleared, we both stood motionless, neither having budged an inch.
The clash of our two powers blazed brilliantly under the sun’s rays.
"Impressive," Leticia said after a pause.
I stayed quiet, but inside I was deeply shaken!
Sure enough, the Heaven Swallowing Python’s physical form was incredibly powerful!
With my current body, I was unmatched below the Martial Saint level!
Yet facing the Heaven Swallowing Python, I couldn’t gain even the slightest edge!
"If we were at the same level, I’d be confident in victory. But the gap between our realms is just too vast," I thought, my brow furrowing.
Physical advantages seemed worthless against this Demonic Beast.
Leticia was a true Peak Form Military Marquis! Three full realms above me!
In a real fight, I’d have zero chance of winning!
Everyone held their breath, all eyes fixed on this small battleground.
Alberto Sean’s eyebrows couldn’t help but knit together.
He could sense the power behind Leticia’s punch! He could also tell clearly that this wasn’t even full strength!
"When did this lunatic show up," Alberto Sean muttered coldly.
"Brother Alberto, you might not be aware—Leticia is Ms. Zackary’s student, and rumor has it he’s also her adopted son," Pearson Bowman stepped forward to explain.
"Ms. Zackary?" Understanding dawned on Alberto Sean’s face.
This Ms. Zackary held significant authority in the Capital City Martial Arts Association, ranking even higher than Sybil Cooper once had.
Her strength was completely mysterious.
If he was her student, everything made sense.
Alberto Sean backed away, apparently no longer planning to challenge Leticia.
Meanwhile, Leticia’s aura kept rising.
Invisible pressure crushed down on me.
My shoulders felt like they were supporting two enormous mountains, and cracking sounds came from my body.
"Your level is pathetic. Killing you would be effortless," Leticia said with cold contempt.
"Think so?" I drew a deep breath, and my aura suddenly exploded!
In the clash of our energies, Leticia clearly held the upper hand, and my momentum seemed powerless to resist.
At this critical moment, a man in elegant robes approached.
"Fighting is forbidden within the academy grounds." The speaker was none other than Phoebe Billy.
Phoebe positioned himself between us and said coldly, "Both of you, stop this now."
Leticia’s brow furrowed, clearly displeased.
However, due to Phoebe’s position, Leticia eventually pulled back the killing intent radiating from his form.
"Mr. Phoebe, surely there’s nothing wrong with peers sparring and learning from each other," Ms. Zackary’s voice suddenly rang out as she emerged.
She moved with an elderly, frail shuffle, her deeply lined face creasing into a smile like folded dumplings.
"Ms. Zackary," Phoebe quickly acknowledged her presence.
Ms. Zackary smiled faintly. "Young people should interact and challenge each other more often—how else can they improve?"
With Ms. Zackary backing him, Leticia immediately grew confident.
His long hair floated upward, and he unleashed his Peak Form Military Marquis aura without restraint!
"Peak Form Military Marquis!" Sensing this energy, Alberto Sean’s pupils dilated sharply, his face turning ghastly pale!
"It really is Peak Form Military Marquis level!" Zora Solomon rushed forward, shouting!
He remembered the words I had spoken earlier, which he hadn’t believed at the time.
Thinking about it now sent chills down his spine!
If Leticia had actually taken his challenge, Lightmin Mountain might have become his grave!
"Ms. Zackary, today marks the first day of classes, and bloodshed would be inappropriate," Phoebe continued trying to mediate.
Ms. Zackary paused, seemingly finding merit in Phoebe’s words.
She smiled. "Leticia, did you hear what President Phoebe said?"
"Ms. Zackary, I heard you," Leticia nodded, then glanced at me.
I couldn’t help but frown.
Ms. Zackary’s message was crystal clear: she was telling Leticia that once a few days passed, he could strike whenever he wanted.
Leticia departed with Ms. Zackary, while I remained standing in the same spot.
"Mason Raymond, who told you to stir up trouble!" Phoebe shouted.
I looked at Phoebe and snorted coldly. "He came looking for a fight. Are you blind?"
"How dare you mouth off? Get to my office!" Phoebe snapped angrily.
"You son of a—" Bella Tad suddenly exploded with rage, about to curse.
I quickly stopped Bella, waving my hand. "I’m fine."
After that, I followed Phoebe toward his office.
Once inside the office, Phoebe locked the door.
He also released his divine sense to make sure no one was listening nearby.
"Mason Raymond, you need to get out of here immediately," Phoebe said coldly.
"That Leticia is a transformed Heaven Swallowing Python. His power is beyond measure, and you’re absolutely no match for him!"
"Besides the Heaven Swallowing Python, Alberto Sean, Bert Mercer, and even Bryce Johansson could strike at you anytime!"
I said with amusement, "Aren’t you the president? Can’t you protect me?"
Phoebe’s face hardened. "Protect you? Don’t you get it? Ms. Zackary is the one running things here now!"
I asked in confusion, "Why? She doesn’t seem to hold any official title, does she?"
Phoebe lowered his voice. "Official titles don’t matter. She controls the assignment rights for purple robes and many guest officials of the Capital City Martial Arts Association."
