“What?” Everyone gasped at the sight before them. They could not believe their eyes. Caden, who they
had expected to dominate the fight, was now coughing up blood after only one exchange of blows.
“Caden!”
“Dad!”
Lily and Sheila rushed forward to help him. Caden’s face contorted in shock and disbelief as he
coughed up more blood.
His faith in the Soul Devouring Technique had been unshakable. Yet, he could not comprehend his
sudden vulnerability. Was he weak, or was his opponent too strong?
“You… who the hell are you?” Caden gritted his teeth. He couldn’t accept his defeat.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“I am Grimshade of Eskus.”
The black-cloaked figure slowly lifted his hood, revealing a foreign face. His cheeks were gaunt, and
his eyes were deep-set, giving off an eerie feeling.
“Grimshade? The grandmaster martial artist from Eskus? Why is he here?”
“Gage must have sunk a fortune into this. No wonder Caden couldn’t keep up. “Oh my! The strength of
the Murray family is crumbling. If Caden falls here, it could spell our doom!”
Panic and commotion spread through the crowd as Grimshade’s identity was revealed. The Murrays
were in big trouble with a grandmaster on the opposing side.
“Grimshade?”
Caden’s fear was evident. “Gage, I didn’t expect you to hire someone from Eskus? Are you pushing the
Murray family into a dead end?”
“Caden, I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t have another ace up my sleeve,” Gage said with a grin. He had
arranged for this very moment.
“You may be the most talented among us brothers. But sadly, you underestimated our family’s
resources. Caden continued, “Do you think a single grandmaster can wipe us out? You’re too naïve!
Today, you’ll witness the true trump card of the Murray family!”
Caden took a deep breath and shouted, “The Murray family is in crisis! Jordan, I summon you!”
His thunderous voice made the glasses on the tables clink and echoed in everyone’s ears. Some
Murray family members cheered at the proclamation. Few knew Jordan, a divine-level martial artist. He
was hiding in the Murray residence.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmIf the thousand-armed soldiers were the Murray family’s main force, Jordan was their ultimate secret
weapon. Jordan had reached the rank of grandmaster many years ago. His strength was definitely
among the finest in Balerno.
During his training, he had always remained secluded. Moreover, he never interfered in the affairs of
the family. As a result, no one dared to disturb him in normal times.
Now, with their lives on the line, there was no other option but to seek Jordan’s help. With his
involvement, they believed that Grimshade of Eskus would no longer stand a chance.
“It’s too late to turn back now, Gage! If Jordan steps in, your life is in danger!” “That’s right! Surrender
while you can or die!”
The Murray family members pleaded with Gage to reconsider.