Chapter 70 A Clash of Titans " Mr. Ashcroft ? " 68 Finished Gale lifted his gaze and , upon spotting Leander , his expression transformed dramatically . Beside him . Dylan turned to look as well . The two brothers from the esteemed Halloway family in Mornwick instantly adopted solemn expressions , clasping their fists in respect as they bowed deeply . Their visit to Mount Lurvale stemmed from news that had reached them through the Tarlyn Guild , announcing that their second - in - command , Mason , would face off against Jeff that very day . While others might not recognize Jeff's significance , the Halloway brothers certainly did ; after all , Jeff was none other than Leander himself . " Mr. Ashcroft ? What Mr. Ashcroft ? " Matthew and Cheryl were taken aback for a moment . It took them a moment to follow the gazes of Gale and Dylan toward Leander , their expressions shifting to a blend of confusion and intrigue . " Mr. Halloway , you address this young man as Mr. Ashcroft ? " Matthew's brow furrowed deeply in disbelief . Gale and Dylan were pillars of the Halloway family , respected figures in the martial arts community . Ordinary martial artists rarely earned a nod from them . Yet here was Leander , an unknown youth , receiving such reverence that they bowed to him as juniors . " Mr. Ashcroft ? " Cheryl echoed , her voice laced with bewilderment . In her eyes , anyone deserving of the title " Mr. " must possess either remarkable strength or exceptional skills . Yet this young man , who appeared no older than eighteen , had done nothing to warrant such admiration from the head of the Halloway family . At Matthew's comment , Gale hesitated briefly , then understood . It became clear that Leander had chosen to remain low - key , concealing his true abilities and strength . This was why the Dale family duo remained unaware of his stature . With a faint smile , Gale explained , " Indeed , Mr. Ashcroft is the savior of my youngest daughter , Ivy . He has also cured my father's persistent ailment . He is a great benefactor to our family ." Matthew and Cheryl exchanged glances , comprehension dawning in their eyes . So , Leander was a healer . That made sense ; he must possess some medical skills that had healed William , prompting Gale and Dylan to express their gratitude with such reverence . As for other aspects of Leander , they hadn't considered them at all . 1/4 13:07 Sun , Oct 12 ... Chapter 20 A Clash of Titans " Mr. Ashcroft , please take a seat , " Gale gestured invitingly to Leander , who nodded in acknowledgment and settled into a chair before the two brothers . พร 68 Finished " Hmph , so this guy has ties to the Halloway family ," Cheryl sneered , casting a sidelong glance at Leander . His calm demeanor caught her off guard ; she hadn't anticipated that he could forge a relationship with such a prominent family . However , this revelation did nothing to elevate her opinion of him . In the martial arts world , strength reigned supreme . Only masters like her grandfather , Matthew , or the second - in - command of the Tarlyn Guild , Mason , truly commanded respect and admiration . Unfazed by Cheryl's dismissive thoughts , Leander surveyed the assembly of martial arts experts gathered around the Mount Lurvale platform . Each individual radiated an aura of mastery , with many at the pinnacle of their craft , forming a constellation of formidable talents . " Why are we not allowed on the Mount Lurvale platform ? " Just then , a booming voice sliced through the atmosphere . Numerous martial artists turned to see a group clad in lavish garments , accompanied by hundreds of black - clad bodyguards , exuding a powerful presence . Leander turned to catch sight of Frankie at the forefront of the crowd . Next to him stood Gumus , Thomas , Robert , and dozens of other notorious figures from northern Mornwick . They had arrived in a formidable entourage , seemingly to cheer for Leander , yet they found themselves halted a hundred meters away from the platform by a line of stern guards . Tommy stepped forward , facing Frankie with a cold smile . " Mr. Wainwright , I understand you're concerned about Jeff potentially being defeated by Mr. Tarlyn , but rules are rules . The Mount Lurvale platform is surrounded by ancient martial artists , and no outsiders are permitted to approach within one hundred meters . Even I can only lead my men to guard this area . Do you really think you can get any closer to watch the match ? " Despite their discontent , Frankie and his group found themselves at an impasse . The region of Southridge lay firmly under Tommy's influence . For the moment , they could only remain at bay , unable to approach the Mount Lurvale platform . Tension crackled in the air between the two factions , and an explosion of conflict felt imminent . Observing the standoff , Leander composed a message and sent it to Frankie . After reading it , Frankie gestured for the Northridge members to quiet down , yet a weight of anxiety still pressed heavily on his heart . This battle was not solely about Leander's fate ; it also held the power to determine the destinies of the heroes from Northridge . " Esteemed guests ! " Just then , an elderly man clad in Tarlyn Guild attire soared onto the stage , landing gracefully at the center of Mount Lurvale Terrace . 2/4 13:07 Sun , Oct 12 D ... Chapter 70 A Clash of Titans D Finished " Though we have half an hour until noon , everyone gathered here is a colleague from the martial arts community in Mornwick . Our second - in - command is concerned that you might find the wait tedious . Thus , I have been entrusted to inform you that anyone interested in sparring can take the stage and pass the time before noon ! " With that , the old man completed his announcement with a courteous bow before quickly descending from the stage . Surrounding Mount Lurvale Terrace , the martial artists exchanged glances , their expressions igniting with enthusiasm . Each person present was a martial artist , and Mount Lurvale Terrace served as an ideal venue for contests and exchanges . With so many clite fighters from Mornwick in attendance , many were eager to showcase their skills . Perhaps by defeating a renowned expert , they could achieve instant fame . Instantly , the atmosphere around Mount Lurvale Terrace erupted into lively chatter . Numerous martial artists rubbed their fists together , brimming with excitement to step onto the stage . Yet , no one dared to take the first leap . Among the gathered experts , those who recognized their lower abilities hesitated , unwilling to risk embarrassment . Meanwhile , the true masters , aware of one another's prowess , refrained from engaging in bouts that might disrupt their camaraderie . After more than ten minutes of silence , a figure suddenly leaped several feet into the air , landing deftly on Mount Lurvale Terrace . The newcomer was a lean , middle - aged man whose complexion bore a slight pallor . His eyes , however , shone sharp and piercing , resembling a hawk poised to strike . Upon his arrival on the stage , his gaze landed squarely on an elderly man seated to the right front of Leander , distinguished by his long black hair and a flowing beard . " Kevin , care to spar ? " he called out . The black - haired elder rose , laughter erupting from him like distant thunder . " Why not ? " With that , he dashed forward like a bolt of lightning , landing on the stage to face the middle- aged man . The moment they ascended , gasps of astonishment rippled through the spectators . Even Matthew's expression twitched , and his eyes narrowed in intense focus . " Who would have thought these two would confront each other ? " Cheryl , her curiosity piqued , turned to her grandfather , " Grandpa , who are these two ? " Matthew kept his eyes trained on the duo , his voice low and measured . " The first is Kevin Lennox , a master of the Twelve Routes of Tan Legs . " He paused for emphasis before continuing , " And the other is Adam Simo , renowned for his Iron Fist technique ." 3/4 13:07 Sun , Oct 12 ... Chapter 70 A Clash of Titans ชร Finished " These two are esteemed figures in Mornwick's martial arts community . They are practical fighters , well - known for their penchant for challenging others , and have earned a reputation as combat fanatics . " Thoughtfully stroking his beard , Matthew offered a faint nod . " It seems we have hidden talents . among those who have come to Mount Lurvale this time . " " Besides the duel between Mason and Jeff , we can also witness other experts clash . " Cheryl's eyes sparkled with excitement as she took in the impressive energy radiating from the two men on stage . Her delicate features reflected her barely contained anticipation . In contrast , Leander remained composed , his gaze serene . An air of indifference enveloped him , as if the unfolding spectacle held no significance in his world . Send Gifts 50 W