Ch. 1671..1680

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1671-"What?"

Kairo still could not grasp what Yosil was saying.

In his world, he had never had to worry about money restricting his medical treatments.

As long as the result was good and the patient was cured, the cost did not seem to matter, right?

Seeing how Kairo continued to be confused, Yosil sighed regretfully and shook his head.

"Kairo, tell me, how many ingredients did you use to create your prized pill? Also, what did it cost?"

Kairo was taken aback for a moment and then replied, "I used seventy-six different ingredients. Many of them are rare and expensive. The pill would cost around four to five million."

Hearing this, everyone gasped.

Four to five million?!

They had been so amazed by Kairo's refining techniques and the final product that they had not thought about the price tag.

A pill that cost four to five million to produce-who could afford that?

"So, if you were to sell this pill to a patient, how much would you charge?" Yosil asked again.

Without hesitation, Kairo replied, "Ten million is the lowest price. I know my pills are worth every penny."

"Ten million…"

Hearing this, Yosil shook his head sadly.

"And you, Frank?" Yosil turned to Frank, asking the same question. "How much would you sell your pill to a patient for?"

"Twenty bucks," Frank said, his voice carrying across the room, stunning everyone.

"Are you joking?" Kairo snapped, et angered by Frank's reply. "That pilt that he just made isn't even fit for a dog, det alone curing anyonent's completely useless! "What's the point of selling it cheap if it doesn't work?"

Faced with Kairo's outburst, Yosil frowned. The castellan of Kornac's Keep was clearly displeased.

"Kairo, can't you see it yet?" Yosil said. "Frank's pill might not be as potent as yours overall. But when it comes to purging toxins, his pill is actually more effective than ours! "If you don't believe me, check for yourself. See if the toxins in Frank's body have improved."

"I don't believe it!" Kairo shouted. He grabbed Frank's arm and examined him closely.

Moments later, Kairo's eyes widened in shock. His expression mirrored the disbelief of the elders who had examined Frank earlier.

"Well, Kairo? Do you believe it now?"

"T-this is impossible," Kairo stammered, staring at his hands in disbelief.

He finally understood that Frank's mastery of ancient medicine was on a whole different level. Using mudroot, Frank had somehow extracted all its medicinal properties through a mysterious refining process. Though it took great effort, the key component of Frank's pill was not the mudroot essence inside but the charred outer layer.

The mudroot essence only had the effect of counteracting poison when ingested.

Everyone was right about that.

If someone who was poisoned ate mudroot essence, it would naturally counteract the poison in their body.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1672-But the brilliance of Frank's pill lied in how he used the essence of mudroot to trigger the poisons while leveraging the charred outer layer to absorb them. The mud's natural property of soaking up impurities did the rest.

When Frank swallowed the pill, it first caused the poisonous toxins in his body to react. That made him vomit out the contaminated blood and mud mixture. This process purged the toxins from his body.

Mudroot was one of the cheapest herbs available on the market. Dirt, too, was everywhere.

Frank had taken these two simple ingredients and, through his ingenious refining techniques, turned them into a powerful detoxifying pill.

This technique left the elders of Kornac's Keep in awe. They could not help but be impressed by Frank's method, which earned him the top score of one hundred and fifty points from Yosil.

Even Yosil, with his vast experience, had never thought of such a method.

He recognized that Frank was not just a skilled healer but a person of genuine integrity and profound medical ethics—a true saint in the art of healing. "Using mudroot and dirt to detoxify the toxins? How is this even possible?"

"How could something like this exist?"

Kairo was beyond stunned. Today, Frank's display had shattered his long-held beliefs about medicine.

"Draconia's ancient medicine techniques are truly vast and profound. We've barely scratched the surface of the wisdom of our ancestors. It's truly humbling to witness this." Yosil sighed deeply.

In nearly two centuries of learning, Yosil's perspective was renewed today.

It was no wonder Frank had questioned the judges and Kornac's Keep. He had the skills to back up his words.

Frank was not being arrogant. He was simply stating the truth.

In this light, it was laughable that Kornac's Keep thought they could recruit Frank as an apprentice. If anything, the entire Keep should be lining up to learn from him!

"To think that our kingdom still has someone like this. It's truly…"

Despite his age, Yosil was nearly brought to tears. He felt both moved and proud that such a worthy successor to Draconian medicine existed.

Having witnessed everything from the start, the crowd was now in awe.

They finally understood that this young man was not just boasting-he genuinely had the skills to back it up. Many who had mocked Frank earlier now hung their heads in shame, avoiding eye contact with him. Even Ira shrank back, inwardly than et that he had not crossed Frank. He knew his father would have beaten him black and blue-though perhaps not too badly, since one would be needed to carry on the family line. "I won't accept this!"

Just as the crowd's attitude toward Frank shifted to respect and admiration, Kairo's roar of defiance drew frowns all around. Kairo's actions were disgraceful.

Not only had he targeted Frank unfairly, but he had also hoarded most of the ingredients, leaving Frank with nearly nothing to work with. Despite these dirty tact work et Frank had turned the tables and produced a pill superior and cheaper than Kairo's. Yet, Kairo still refused to admit his defeat. His outburst earned looks of contempt from everyone present.

"Kairo…"

Even Horey, Kairo's junior, was dismayed. Seeing her senior losing his composure so utterly, she frowned deeply.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1673-"Get out of my way!"

Kairo shoved Horey aside, ripping open his shirt to reveal his muscular chest. He marched toward Frank, his face twisted with rage.

"I don't care where you're from or if you've bribed Kornac's Keep to conspire against me. I won't let you off easily today!"

Before Frank could respond, the crowd erupted into murmurs.

"Kairo, you lost fair and square. Are you trying to weasel out now?"

"Yeah, we all saw what happened!"

"We saw how you tried to trip him up. Are you seriously still trying to say that the situation was unfair to you?"

"I thought he had some skill, but his character is laughable."

"Look at Frank. He's calm and composed despite the harassment…"

"I was wrong. The real shameless clown here is Kairo. Frank is the one with true dignity…"

The crowd's chatter only fueled Kairo's fury. He could not hear their words, for he was consumed by his refusal to accept defeat. If he lost, he would have to kneel before Frank and lick his shoes.

How could a noble apprentice of Cloudnine Sect do something like that?!

Losing would mean the end of everything he held dear.

The sect would not want such a humiliating apprentice, and neither would his master respect him anymore. He would even lose any hope of winning Horey's affection.

His entire world would crumble!

That was why Kairo was driven to madness. Even if it meant throwing away his dignity today, he would not admit the fact that he had failed.

"Hmph… what's this? Dropping all pretenses? Can't admit you've lost, so now you want to fight?"

As Kairo stormed toward him, Frank remained calm. There was a slight smirk of disdain on his lips.

It was that expression again!

Kairo was about to lose his mind.

Because whenever Frank faced him, it was always with that same expression-a look of utter disdain that made it clear that he did not even consider Kairo worth his time. "Stop lying!"

UMS Kairo knew he was grasping at straws, but he needed to blur the truth.

et He bellowed, "You and these old schemers at Kornac's Keep had planned this from the start! You knew my junior and I were coming here totrain, and you set this trap to target us and Cloudnine Sect now "You brat! You and your Kornac's Keep allies will pay for this! Cloudnine Sect will not let you off easily!"

"What?!" Yosil was nearly apoplectic at Kairo's baseless accusations. Only the quick support of a Kornac's Keep apprentice kept him from collapsing. "Kairo, you… you're spouting nonsense! Such disrespect!

"You've been outdone, and now you're showing how petty you are! Accusing Kornac's Keep of such a scheme what are you thinking?!"

Yosil was not the only one. Even the other elders of Kornac's Keep glared at Kairo with anger.

The harsh reality was that Kornac's Keep was only a small sect nestled in the deep mountains of Norsedam They could not hope to match the power of Cloudnine Sect. Despite their outrage, they lacked the confidence to truly confront Kairo or Cloudnine Sect head-on. Still, facing Kairo's outrageous claims left them furious and helpless, with Yosil on the verge of passing out from sheer anger. "What am I thinking?"

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1674-Seeing how everyone feared Cloudnine Sect, Kairo became even more brazen.

He shouted, "My junior and I came here for training, and you've unjustly targeted us!

"If you don't hand over that thousand-year-old Bloodcrane Spiritbloom today, I'll bring Cloudnine Sect warriors to flatten your gate tomorrow!" "What?!"

The Kornac's Keep elders turned pale at Kairo's threat.

The existence of the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom was a closely guarded secret within the Keep. Even some of the elders and apprentices did not know about it.

How had Kairo, an outsider, learned of such a well-kept secret? And why was he brazenly demanding it?

Could there be a traitor among them?!

The elders exchanged worried glances.

Yosil was overcome with shock. He felt darkness creeping into his vision and coughed up a mouthful of blood.

His anger flared as he pointed a finger at Kairo and shouted, "You… you treacherous fiend! You've come to Kornac's Keep with the intent to steal our treasure. I'd rather destroy it than hand it over to a wretch like you!"

Seeing how things had escalated, Kairo dropped any pretense.

He smirked coldly, "You won't give it to me?

"If you dare refuse, I'll make sure every last one of you is wiped out!"

"What?!"

Kairo's menacing words caused an uproar, and the crowd erupted into chaos. Many fled in panic, terrified of getting caught up in the conflict.

"Mr. Summers, what's the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom? I've never heard of it before."

Some in the crowd fled in fear, while the braver ones stayed to watch the spectacle unfold. Among them, someone noticed the shock of Ira's face when he heard the term and hurried over to ask. Ira did not beat around the bush. He swallowed hard and exclaimed in shock, "The Bloodcrane Spiritbloom is said to be a divine ancient Elemental Wonders by miles.ne treasure. It far surpasses the Five now!

"There are even rumors that using the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom in medicine can refine a pill that immortals consume!

"You heard that right—it's a pill fit for immortals!"

As Ira explained this to others, Frank naturally overheard. He shook his head slightly. A pill for immortals seemed a bit exaggerated.

However, Frank did know of an ancient prescription that required the thousand-year-old Bloodcrane Spiritbloom as an ingredient. According to ancient texts, el extraordinary potential for mortals consuming this pill could et and enable them to achieve great feats. The descriptions in those texts were as extravagant as Ira's claims. Yet, Frank also understood that prescriptions recorded in Mystic Sky Sect's ancient texts were typically accurate.

This suggested that such a pill had indeed been created in the past.

As for its effects…

Frank pondered silently. Could consuming the pill truly elevate someone to the Transcendent rank, and even allow them to ascend to immortality? It sounded mystical, but Frank did not hold much hope.

After all, the ingredients listed in that prescription were exceedingly rare and precious, even more so than the Five Elemental Wonders that Frank had previously sought.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1675-Take, for instance, the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom.

It had to be grown in unsullied water and watered over a hundred years by the blood of a dying Bloodcrane. Then, it had to endure a millennium of trials such as natural disasters and human calamities.

Anything one could think of, nature could bring about.

And only after a thousand years could it finally bloom into a genuine Bloodcrane Spiritbloom suitable for medicinal use.

And this intricate process was just one ingredient in that prescription.

The others were even harder to find.

That was why Frank had never considered refining such a pill. Gathering all these ingredients was as challenging as achieving the Transcendent rank.

So even now, Frank was unmoved when he heard about the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom. His demeanor remained calm and unaffected.

"Wait… Did you also hear the rumors? Are you also here for Kornac's Keep's treasure, the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom?" Yosil finally turned to Frank and asked.

Considering Frank's earlier display of medical prowess, Yosil was certain Frank had not come to join their humble sect.

If so, there was only one option left.

"No, I'm not interested in the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom," Frank denied directly, his tone nonchalant.

"In fact, I only just learned that Kornac's Keep has one. I'm not particularly fascinated by such creations of nature.

"I came to Kornac's Keep this time to find a hundred-year-old Stellar Windroot that you acquired from Loggins Apothecary some days ago.

"If you're willing to part with it, I'm prepared to pay handsomely for it."

"What?"

Hearing Frank's straightforward statement and realizing he had gone to such lengths for just a single herb, the elders of Kornac's Keep were left somewhat speechless.

"Are you really here just for the Stellar Windroot?"

Mole could not believe his ears as he looked at Frank, unable to fathom what Frank was thinking. After all, the Stellar Windroot was not worth much money at all.

to If Frank was willing to spend money on it, spending a few thousand bucks to hire people to look for it would probably yield a heap within a month or two.

The fact that Frank had gone to such lengths for a single plant left the elders of Kornac's Keep baffled.

"I need it urgently," Frank stated simply, leaving the elders of Kornac's Keep silent with just a simple sentence.

The Stellar Windroot was not particularly valuable, and the conditions it treated were niche at best. So, it made sense that they did not have any in stock.

"Hahaha…"

Suddenly, Kairo burst into laughter. He looked at Frank, who was frowning.

Then, he sneered, "Stellar Windroot? I must say, you came up with quite a lame excuse. I bet you were actually after the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom, right?"

"Since you're here for the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom, I won't waste any more time. I'll get it for my sect today! No matter what background you have, you won't snatch it from me got it?" Content belongs to Kairo's domineering words silenced the elders of Kornac's Keep, but they left Frank somewhat puzzled.

"Are your ears not working properly?" Frank replied calmly. "I said I'm not interested in the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom. I came here solely for the Stellar Windroot.

"But considering your earlier promise, shouldn't you be kneeling to me now that you've lost?"

Frank's assertive tone not only stunned the crowd but even left Kairo himself momentarily bewildered.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1676-"Oh my God, did he not realize that Kairo was deliberately slandering Kornac's Keep just now?"

"That's clearly a sign he wants to weasel out and deny responsibility!"

"He even brought up Cloudnine Sect. Is this kid really going to make Kairo kneel to him, even when he has Cloudnine Sect's backing?"

"My goodness, this guy is too arrogant, isn't he?"

Even the bystanders around thought Frank was too audacious. After all, Kairo had even directly involved Cloudnine Sect.

Even if Frank was not afraid of Kairo, was he not afraid of Cloudnine Sect?!

"Do you have a death wish, kid?"

After a while, Kairo finally realized that Frank had really intended to make him admit defeat and fulfill his promise.

Immediately, a murderous intent rose within Kairo.

"Don't try to find other excuses to slip away. If you lose, you have to admit defeat and keep your promise.

"If you obediently admit defeat, then I might generously tell you an unpleasant truth."

With that, Frank glanced at Horey, who was beside Kairo.

"Unpleasant truth?" Kairo paused for a moment, then a smirk appeared on his face.

"Kid, don't bluff here. Let me tell you one thing. I will definitely not admit defeat today! Not only will I not admit defeat…"

Suddenly, Kairo charged toward Frank, a violent surge of pure vigor bursting out from him.

"But I'm also going to teach you a lesson! You're an arrogant fool who doesn't know his place!"

"What? Kairo is actually a martial artist?!"

Seeing Kairo lunging at Frank, everyone present was no longer calm. Someone who could simultaneously study medicine and possess talent in martial arts was a rare gem, to say the least. It was only those with terrifying talents who could achieve such a feat.

Usually, both paths would interfere with each other and prevent any real progress.

Clearly, Kairo was someone of extraordinary talent.

"Birthright…!"

Seeing Kairo already reaching the stage where he could release pure vigor externally, the elders of Kornac's Keep wore grim expressions.

Though Kairo's medical skills were not as impressive as Frank's, he belonged to the rare category with exceptional talent. With his medical prowess alone, he would be highly valued in any faction.

And on top of that, Kairo was young. Even so, he had the ability to reach Birthright rank and be able to release pure vigor externally. This was an achievement that marked him as a genius in the eyes of many Content belongs to Such talent was rare, even within Cloudnine Sect. It was no wonder Kairo's pride swelled to such proportions. That was why Frank's slight disrespect had ignited such fury in Kairo.

From childhood, Kairo had grown accustomed to admiration and applause.

When had he ever encountered someone like Frank who treated him with such disregard?

Now, Kairo could not contain his temper any longer and was about to strike Frank!

As he attacked, Kairo could not help but sneer inwardly. 'Sure, this kid's medical skills are impressive. But can he match my mastery of both medicine and martial arts?!' "Stop!"

Seeing Kairo's fist enveloped in pure vigor inching increasingly closer to Frank's face, Yosil shouted loudly, hoping to halt Kairo's actions.

But why would Kairo listen to Yosil at a moment like this?

Seeing his fist closing in on Frank's face, Kairo could already imagine the consequences of his strike, laced with pure vigor, landing on Frank's face!

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1677-Frank's annoying face would crumble beneath his iron fist. Then, Frank would collapse in submission, begging for mercy on the ground… Kairo kept fantasizing about what would happen next.

Meanwhile, Yosil stood nearby, utterly at a loss for words. Watching Kairo disregard his shouts and prepare to strike, Yosil tried to rush forward to intervene.

But his aging body betrayed him-his limbs simply would not obey.

Despite being a Birthright-ranked martial artist himself, age had rendered him little more than a figurehead.

"Mole, stop Kairo!" Yosil barked, turning to the elder in the black robe beside him.

Mole heard the command but did not look up. Instead, he said in a low voice, "Chief, do you realize the consequences if we stop Kairo now? It would only validate his claims that Frank conspired with us, Kornac's Keep. And with Kairo's talent and Cloudnine Sect backing him, it would mean disaster for us all."

Yosil froze at Mole's words.

If they dared to intervene now, it would only serve as proof of Kairo's accusations. Frank would not be saved, and Kornac's Keep would face annihilation. Cloudnine Sect of the South Sea was not known for its leniency.

The thought left Yosil feeling utterly helpless, so he closed his eyes tightly. He could not bear to witness what was about to happen. Needless to say, though Frank had excellent medical skills, it did not seem like he would dodge Kairo's punch on time.

Frank had no martial prowess. This fact was etched into the crowd's subconscious minds.

After all, Frank was young and had extraordinary medical talents. If he also possessed martial arts skills, would that not be too incredible?

It would also mean that he would not be an unknown person.

"Mr. Lawrence is really stubborn."

"Kairo's already turned his attention to Kornac's Keep, but he just had to come out and demand that Kairo admit defeat."

"Isn't he just asking for trouble?"

"Exactly! Does he think Kornac's Keep will protect him? They're even trying to avoid trouble. How could they protect him?"

"But what if he's also a martial artist?"

"Don't talk nonsense. Even if he was, can he really stand up to Kairo? Let him try to challenge Kairo."

"Would Cloudnine Sect spare him?"

"Could he really single-handedly oppose Cloudnine Sect?"

The crowd buzzed with discussions, expressing frustration and pity & toward Frank. After all, Kairo had the backing of Cloudnine Sect, but Frank's background remained a mystery.

Nobody knew anything about him.

If Frank had someone backing him, he would have mentioned it long ago to bolster his influence, rather than remaining silent for so long and not revealing anything about hiso background. Content belongs to In that case, there was no need to guess further-Frank's influence and backing were definitely not comparable to Cloudnine Sect's.

Or more accurately, how many forces in Draconia could rival Cloudnine Sect?

But even if he could not compare to Cloudnine Sect, for Frank to still insist on standing up and demanding Kairo to admit defeat and kneel seemed like a death wish to everyone.

So when Kairo angrily struck, it was not unexpected.

"A powerful medical genius… yet, he might fall today."

"True. With Kairo's temper, he won't spare this young man."

Everyone thought Frank would collapse under Kairo's punch. After all, the blow was filled with pure vigor. It was also aimed at Frank's face with full strength.

The crisp sound of bones breaking echoed through the air, and many shut their eyes involuntarily.

After all, the scene was too gruesome.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1678-Kairo's punch sounded like it had shattered bones. There was no way Frank could survive that.

"Man, he's done for. He's going to die because he showed off…" Ira muttered and closed his eyes, fear creeping across his face. "Why provoke Cloudnine Sect of all people…"

It was not just Ira.

Everyone believed Frank was dead meat. After all, the sickening sound of bones breaking confirmed it for them.

How could anyone survive such a blow?

But just as the crowd resigned themselves to Frank's demise, a scream that did not quite fit the situation pierced the air.

"Huh?"

"What?"

Everyone's eyes flew open, confusion and shock written all over their faces.

The scream had not come from Frank-it was from Kairo!

Frank, who was supposed to have had his skull shattered, stood tall and completely unharmed. He had not even flinched and maintained the exact same posture as before the punch.

Or more accurately, it was as if Kairo's powerful punch had done nothing at all to Frank!

On the other hand, when they turned their gaze to Kairo, they realized the sound of bone breaking was not Frank's skull.

It was Kairo's own fist!

Kairo sat on the ground with a bewildered look on his face. He clutched his own fist, which now dangled uselessly, the bones within shattered and limp.

This was in stark contrast to Frank, who was standing motionless and calm at the same spot.

"T-this is…"

Yosil's eyes were wide. He had watched, without blinking, as Kairo's punch landed.

When Kairo's punch landed, Frank should have fallen or recoiled and screamed after being hit. However, Frank stood motionless like a steel pillar. Kairo, on the other hand, felt like he had punched a solid steel wall. The recoil instantly shattered the bones in his hand.

That was the source of the crisp sound of bones breaking in the air.

Kairo was in disbelief.

How had his punch failed to hurt Frank at all?

He could not understand.

Then, a searing pain shot from his hand up to his brain. Kairo let out an involuntary scream, clutching his arm as he collapsed onto the ground.

"What just happened?"

The whole area fell silent. People stared in stunned disbelief at Frank, who should have been lying on the ground. Instead, he was standing there nonchalantly.

"So, do you want to try that punch again?"

In the midst of everyone's confusion, Frank smirked. He looked down at Kairo, who was sitting on the ground, dumbfounded.

In a daze, Kairo looked up and met Frank's mocking gaze. Kairo returned to his senses immediately. His face flushed red from the humiliation, and he scrambled madly to get back on his feet.

"Kairo!"

At that moment, Horey rushed over She grabbed Kairo by the waist, desperately calling out, "Kairo, calm down! This guy is a martial artist too-y-you can't beat him!"

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1679-Horey's shout caused an uproar among the onlookers. Finally, they understood why Frank, who should have been knocked down by Kairo's punch, stood there as if nothing had happened, while Kairo was the one in shambles.

It turned out Frank was a martial artist too-and stronger than Kairo!

"Oh my God!"

Ira was dumbstruck, staring at Frank in disbelief and muttering to himself, "How can he have such amazing medical skills and still be a stronger fighter than Kairo? Is this guy even human? Am I dreaming?"

"This is crazy! This is just too crazy!"

While everyone was in shock over Frank being a martial artist, Mole had a peculiar look on his face. He knew that Frank's feat was not just because Frank was a martial artist and stronger than Kairo.

No, it was because Frank's strength was on a completely different level at least a whole rank higher!

Kairo was Birthright. To stand still and take Kairo's full-powered punch without budging meant Frank had to be at least at the Ascendant rank. Only then could he withstand the attack and have Kairo be hurt by the rebound force of his own punch.

According to this speculation, Frank… was actually Ascendant?!

Realizing this, Mole was stunned. He glanced at Yosil beside him, whose face mirrored his shock. Yosil had also figured it out.

Frank was at least an Ascendant-ranked!

He was an Ascendant whose medical skills surpassed Yosil's.

Was there any justice left in this world?

Yosil felt his head spinning. This shock was even greater than when he first discovered Frank's refining skills.

Kairo's talent was already exceptional, but in front of Frank, it was nothing.

What he prided himself on-his dual expertise in medicine and martial arts-was just a joke. It was a mere act of self-amusement in Frank's eyes!

No wonder Frank had such confidence and skills. He was an Ascendant!

Forget about how many people in Draconia understood the kingdom's ancient medicine for now. There were not even that many Ascendant-ranked individuals in Draconia!

To be an Ascendant while also surpassing the medical skills of an old-timer like Yosil who was over two hundred years old…

Did such a young person truly exist?

Yosil could not help but question this. He even felt that today's events were somewhat unreal, like a dream.

But soon, he thought of someone.

"Frank? His surname is Lawrence?!"

Yosil's eyes widened as he suddenly connected the dots. A young man with the surname Lawrence with such astounding medical skills and martial prowess could only be… Content belongs to UMS Mystic Sky Sect and the Lawrence family…

"I've got it! That young man must be Donn Lawerence, the famous Lord of the Southern Woods' only son!"

The realization made Yosil tremble uncontrollably.

What was fate? This was fate!

Tears welled up in his eyes. Years ago, after being forced to leave Mystic Sky Sect due to his limited talent, he had been entrusted with a rare treasure by none other than the great Lord of the Southern Woods.

swne That treasure was the Bloodcrane Spiritbloom.

Seeing Frank now, Yosil recalled the lord's words from over twenty years ago.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1680-"You're not my apprentice, but you've learned some medical skills here. I have something important to entrust to you," the Lord of the Southern Woods had said. "If Mystic Sky Sect ever falls, deliver this item to my apprentice. He'll know what to do with it."

Yosil's mind replayed the lord's words as he stared at Frank. There was something familiar about Frank that he could not quite place.

It felt like they had crossed paths before.

But he never imagined that Frank would be the Lord of the Southern Woods' son, who was once an apprentice in Mystic Sky Sect!

This realization brought back memories of the commotion during Frank's initiation within the sect years ago. He remembered leaving the sect and seeing the boy, his eyes filled with determination and resentment.

It had been many years. Who would have thought that boy would grow into the man standing before him now, appearing by a twist of fate?

"It's fate…" Yosil sighed deeply, his eyes reflecting a mix of nostalgia and relief.

For years, Yosil had lived a life of seclusion in the mountains while practicing medicine. Over time, he gained apprentices and followers, eventually establishing Kornac's Keep.

Now, he understood that it was time to fulfill the promise he had carried in his heart all these years.

Just as Yosil was about to speak, the atmosphere changed abruptly. Kairo, who had been restrained by Horey, snapped. His eyes blazed with fury, and he struck Horey across the face. The blow sent her sprawling to the ground.

"Kairo, did you… hit me?" Horey clutched her cheek, her eyes wide with disbelief.

"I…" Kairo's face showed a fleeting expression of guilt and confusion, but it quickly gave way to a consuming rage. "No! No way! I can't lose to this kid. It's impossible!"

Kairo roared like a cornered beast, unleashing all his pure vigor as he charged at Frank with a furious howl.

Kairo's rage manifested into a fierce black and red energy, shaped like a roaring tiger. The sight of it sent chills through everyone present.

"Has he gone mad from the pressure?" Frank mused.

He sighed with a hint of boredom. He did not retreat or mock Kairo this time. Instead, to everyone's shock, he stepped forward, walking calmly toward the oncoming Kairo.

"Watch out!"

Cries of alarm erupted from the crowd as they saw Frank walking right into Kairo's ferocious attack.

However, Frank's response was swift and decisive.

With a casual swipe of his hand, he dissipated the energy surrounding Kairo's fist, breaking through it as if it were smoke. Kairo gasped, instantly returning to his senses. Content belongs to "What?!"

UMS Before Kairo could adjust his stance or launch another attack, Frank's hand clamped down on his forehead. With a single, smooth motion, Frank slammed Kairo's head into the ground.

Kairo was dazed and bleeding, sprawled out in the dirt.

"If you won't admit defeat, I'll just make you do it by force," Frank stated coolly, his words sending a wave of shock through the onlookers. Then, he pressed his foot down on Kairo's head, his gaze chilling and deadly.

Just as he was going to crush Kairo's skull, someone shouted, "Stop!"

Though Kairo had just struck Horey, she could not bear to see her senior killed. She rushed forward, shouting for Frank to halt.

Frank glanced at Horey, then said something that puzzled everyone: "He's not the child's father, right? Why are you so concerned about his safety?"

Under everyone's gaze, Frank had looked at Horey and said something incomprehensible.

When Horey heard his words, she went pale.