A Man Like None Other

As the eight streaks of sword energy descended before Jared, they coalesced into human forms, eight cultivators, each with a sword case strapped to their back. Jared’s frown deepened.

“The Eight Swordsmen of Demonia Mountain?” Fraser‘s expression darkened as recognition struck him.

“You know them?” Jared asked, his gaze never leaving the swordsmen.

“Of course. Years ago, the Eight Swordsmen of Demonia Mountain were infamous, formidable warriors, but unfortunately, they were Demonic Cultivators. Rumor had it they were hunted down and ultimately slain by a powerful expert. I can’t believe they’re still alive… And judging by their aura, they’ve only grown stronger!” Fraser said, his voice laced with disbelief.

Jared took a step forward, asking, “Gentlemen, we have no enmity between us. What brings you here?”

The leader of the group, Rostam, stepped forward, his eyes cold and unreadable. “We are from Four Hell Palace. Mr. Montes has ordered your death.”

Fraser’s eyes widened in shock. “The Eight Swordsmen, renowned for their tough characters, serving under Four Hell Palace? Aren’t swordsmen supposed to never bow to anyone?”

Jared was momentarily stunned. He hadn’t expected the eight black-clad cultivators trailing behind Stefan to be the legendary Eight Swordsmen of Demonia Mountain.

He had to admit, Four Hell Palace was indeed formidable, especially Stefan. Commanding the loyalty of such powerful individuals was no small feat.

Turning to Fraser, Jared asked, “Can you handle these eight?”

blinked in surprise before narrowing his eyes at Jared. “If you think I’m dead weight, just say it outright. No need

chuckled. “That‘s not what

Then what did you mean? Because it sure sounds like you’re trying to get rid of me. Maybe you want me out of

Even if Fraser lived, Twilight Imperial City would

could respond, Orion and the

what about us?” Orion

also reached the

gaze shifted toward

Chance, it’s eight against one. This won’t be an easy fight,”

Land of Finale, they relied on the celestial crystals Jared provided just to keep their power from waning. Even their daily sparring sessions with Jared drained a significant amount of

about you two?” Jared

nodded. “Let’s give it

as Jared was about to assign Ararat and Kishor to handle the swordsmen, Rostam suddenly stepped forward. “Jared, as swordsmen, we don’t believe in overwhelming the weak with numbers. How about a one-on-one

a brow. “You and

nodded. “Yes, a

chuckled. “Fine, but don’t come crying when you

the one

moment finished speaking, leapt