The legendary warrior

"What? You want to establish a faction!? Ricky... That's... that's a very dangerous and bold idea!" Edgar blurted out, his eyes opening wide. He was shocked at Ricky's plan.

Establishing a faction was by no means an easy task. Managing, organizing, and strengthening it was also extremely vital. The Refinement Faction and the Casting Faction were backed by demi-immortals, and the Amber Faction also had the support from a mysterious figure. All of them had powerful backers. That was also why these factions were able to grow so strong and thrive! No one dared bully their disciples. All Ricky had was Grace's support. But now he was thinking of establishing a faction! He was really something else!

"Yes, you are right, Edgar... I know I don't have much support from powerful figures. That's why I came to see Autelan. He is strong. I need him." Ricky nodded and acknowledged with a determined look.

"Hey, buddy! Count me in!" Edgar unexpectedly proposed as a determined light flashed through his eyes.

"I appreciate your support, Edgar. Really, I do. But I suggest you think this over carefully. Once you are in, you will become the enemy of the Casting Faction and the Refinement Faction. They will dislike you just because you joined me and things will get hard." Ricky was surprised when Edgar volunteered to join him. He was a bit touched by his support, but knew he had to make things clear so Edgar would know better about the difficulties he might face if he chose to join him.

"I know what you mean, and I appreciate that you are considerate enough to make it clear. But I've made my decision. I want to help my master, and to become good friends with you," Edgar said straightforwardly without any hesitation. Of course, he knew the dangers of taking Ricky's side. But he also truly believed that Ricky would be a true, loyal friend.

"Ha-ha! Okay then, Edgar!! Let's go and find Autelan. Remember, please help me persuade him! That's our main priority now. Otherwise, we might not be able to establish our faction. And even if we manage to found one, it would be a weak one without any powerful backup. The other factions would bully us," Ricky said, his heart warming at their conversation. Having one more friend would always be entertaining and inspiring, especially when they were planning to do great things together.

"Yes, I understand. But probably it's going to be a little bit difficult to convince Autelan. He has shown to be apathetic about fame and glory. I've never seen him compete in any competition," Edgar said in a worried tone.

"It doesn't matter. We must try first. We'll never know his take on things until we get started!" Ricky replied with confidence.

"Hmm You have a point. Alright then, let's go and talk to him when he finishes cultivating," agreed Edgar.

Autelan did not finish his cultivation in seclusion until five whole days later. Ricky and Edgar patiently waited, eager to talk to the renowned warrior.

When Autelan was told that they would like to come and talk to him, he welcomed them into his room.

Ricky and Edgar were flattered to be invited into his room. As they entered, Ricky greeted Autelan, asking him whether he had succeeded in the breakthrough. He remembered that Autelan went out for training last time, in order to find a way to break through to Bone Reinforcement.

Autelan was transparent about his situation. He told them that he had already found the way to do it. He had returned to the Snow Sect this time in order to concentrate on the breakthrough process. Bone Reinforcement deserved his most intensive attention, after all. He had to make sure everything around him was well arranged.

He cultivated in seclusion these days to reinforce the completeness of the phase of Blood Purification, so as to lay a solid foundation for his upcoming breakthrough.

Autelen then asked him what he had come for. Rick straightforwardly told him of his plans and expressed his hope that Autelan would join them.

different. I have no interest in this kind of stuff!" Autelan immediately refused. He did not want

asking for you to show up the day when we

you think. Once I show up on that day, I will be labeled to be a member of the faction. I will have the responsibility of dealing with things in the faction. But you know me. I am not the type to like this management stuff.

...

did not change his mind. Finally, both of them thanked him for his time and bade him goodbye,

out of his room and looked at each

brainstorm about a plan

to establish the faction if Autelan doesn't join in?" Edgar asked sadly.

I said earlier, the Casting Faction and the Refinement Faction would bully our

we do? You've seen his attitude. It seems that he will never accept our invitation no matter what we say," Edgar said, shrugging his

what Ricky meant. Without a warrior with top internal strength, their new faction would be a lowly one, vulnerable to intimidation and harassment from

work harder and come up with another idea to make him say yes!" Ricky said decisively, clenching his fists. He was determined to

They exchanged looks at each other, curious as to why Chief Zenith wanted

to each other as they knocked, pushed the door open, and went

they greeted Zenith whose eyes were closed as he sat,

slowly and nodded at them. He then took a glance at the two young men. "Ricky, you are

Zenith," Ricky

I'm seeing, he turned you down, didn't he?" Zenith asked further, a

in frustration

support you in this respect. That's why I summoned you here. I'd like to offer you a suggestion. If you can handle what

what do you mean?" they asked immediately

you can persuade her to join your faction, he will definitely follow her and join you!" Zenith suggested.

Ricky and Edgar were dejected at hearing this. Their shoulders drooped

they convince her into their faction? What was more,

be kind enough to talk to her about this?" Edgar suddenly came up with a ridiculous

just talk to Autelan and order him to join you! Want me to do that too!?" Zenith rolled his eyes at

if that's fine with you!" Ricky nodded and replied, not catching the sarcasm

paused, an awkward silence hovered in the air. Of course, he could

talking nonsense. Let's get to the point. Ricky, tell me, the manual you are practicing now, is it an esoteric one? Are you having any difficulties?" Zenith asked. He decided to leave the problem of Autelan to themselves. Mentioning Olivia Bing and Autelan's feelings for her was the furthest help he could give.