A Man Like None Other

“Many thanks to you for your assistance, Five Great Governors. I am at a loss for how to repay your kindness. However, I have one last favor to ask of you,” Jared stated.

“We’re all family here. If you need anything, just let us know!” Phineas hastily exclaimed.

He had been scared witless by Arthur twice already. Now, whatever Jared asked, would lend a hand. He certainly didn’t want to end up like the sect leader of the Fire Incineration Sect.

“The majority of the Fire Incineration Sect had already been destroyed. I hope that the you could make a trip to there and rescue the sect leader of the Divine Smithing Sect, who is trapped there, Five Great Governors…”

“Additionally, the resources of the Fire incineration Sect can be freely distributed among the five of you,” Jared remarked.

“No problem!” Phineas nodded and darted off.

The Fire Incineration Sect was now just a shadow of its former self, left with only a handful of insignificant members. However, it was certain that the sect still possessed a substantial amount of resources. Hence, those who got there first would definitely have the upperhand.

“D*mn! He’s so unethical…”

Upon witnessing the situation, the other governors also hurriedly followed suit.

Corrado turned to Jared and asked, “Mr. Chance, would you prefer to continue climbing the Celestial Stairway or return to Twilight Imperial City for some rest?”

“All of you may leave first. I’m going to challenge myself with a few more levels of the Celestial Stairway,” Jared said.

right, then…” Corrado nodded in

fifth

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figure clad in a black robe stood. His hair and beard had turned

Josephine had intended to train and gather some resources in the

existed. All that was left was a solitary, grand hall. Inside the hall was the guardian of the

the guardian of the fifth level. They obediently sat on the ground, engaging in

if Jared will even make it to the fifth level? If doesn’t come, won’t we be stuck here forever?” Skylar felt a pang

Josephine reassured, “I’m trying

you two! Wouldn’t it be nice to just stay here and chat with me for a bit? It’s been many years since anyone has reached the fifth level. I’m nearly bored to

a flash of white light appeared within the grand hall,

was Jared, Skylar quickly

elder had suddenly appeared

name, kid?”

is Jared

who graces us with his presence. This is a little something I’ve

He looked at the old man and asked, “Are you the guardian

me.” The elderly man repeatedly nodded