Sirius paused and turned around to look at Kaze with a frown. He looked at Kaze like he was an unappreciative clown.“Mr. Lee, I’m letting you off the hook because of Chief Commander Hiden. Don’t be ungrateful. “You better cherish every second of your life. The Viper’s Den won’t let you get away with stealing the Nether Viper Sword,” Sirius said coldly. Kaze sure was oblivious to the fact that he could crush him before Albert came along. Sirius chose to leave the matter alone for now, but Kaze would not let it go. Kaze was taking things for granted. Taking steps ahead, Kaze said indifferently, “I told you that your Viper Queen has to come and retrieve the sword from me. “But the issue is that this is not Nether Viper Sword. “You had the mayor’s office surrounded and fired shots at my people. You even wanted me to cuff myself on my knees. “Do you think we’re even just because Albert kicked you around a little? “Here’s the deal. You’re not walking out of Lilyrose ali

“Since you got a beating from Albert, I’ll only use one hand on you. Two hands and I’m out. I can forget about today’s incident too. “How about that?” Kaze’s nonchalant suggestion only enraged Sirius. “You’re cocky, Mr. Lee. Don’t you care about your life?” Sirius hissed through clenched teeth. Sirius was aware that Kaze had defeated Hannah with his palm. The news traveled across the Viper’s Den’s branch in the West State. However, Sirius believed Hannah only lost due to her carelessness. He knew Hannah too well. Hannah was arrogant and condescending. She would not take a nobody like Kaze seriously. For that reason, Hannah failed miserably. She became a joke within the organization. Sirius trusted that he was as strong, if not better than Hannah. His rapid rise through the ranks was proof, especially in the Viper’s Den where competence mattered more than family background. Hannah was a beautiful woman which were two qualities that sparked a lot of interest. Th

Sirius was in disbelief. He had encountered many great fighters in the Viper’s Den, but nothing and no one ever stunned him. It took just one slap. Sirius was incapacitated. The sheer force of the slap was great. That was all it took to shatter the joints in his wrist, elbow, and shoulder. The rest of his body did not suffer as much damage. Sirius finally sensed the disparity of strength between him and Kaze. Kaze slapped his pride and ego away, and Sirius still could not believe it. Maybe only Magnus in the West State could put up a fight against Kaze. Sirius’ lips quivered as he spoke with difficulty, “I represent the Viper’s Den, Lee. I came to Lilyrose on Mr. Fuller’s orders. If you kill me, the Viper’s Den will make you pay.” Madam Hacks and the others widened their eyes. Sirius was too proud to even acknowledge Astral as the family successor. He even stuck his neck out to refute Albert the chief commander. Yet now, his threat carried no weight. The c

Sirius detailed the earlier incident. Magnus made a face upon learning that a slap was all it took for Kaze to defeat Sirius. Even though Magnus had an idea about Kaze’s strength, he was still horrified. “Our branch suffered a massive loss, sir. No one can restrain Kaze. Only you can kill him and retrieve the Nether Viper Sword.“Besides, Kaze made it clear that unless you make the trip, he will start killing the next group of people you send,” Sirius summoned up the courage and said solemnly. Sirius could not wait for Magnus to finish Kaze off. Kaze was his enemy and nightmare. He might never step foot into Lilyrose so long as Kaze lived. Magnus scoffed, waved his arm, and said, “It’s time you step back. I’ll sort this out.” He had not recovered since spitting out blood from reading the scroll from Kaze. How could he possibly go to Kaze now? Sirius said resentfully, “But sir, the news about Kaze stealing the Nether Viper Sword and destroying the Viper’s Den in the Wes

“That’s exactly why Magnus spread the rumors. He’s dug a hole for you to jump in.“He has a trap laid out for you when you go there. “But it’ll look like you chicken out if you don’t go.” Draco nodded and chimed in, “That’s right. That’s what the bastard wants.” They saw through Magnus’ evil plan. Still, Draco, Albert, and Kaze were relaxed and even disdainful. Magnus was nothing but a buffoon in their eyes. Even if Kaze went to Westeros, crushing the Viper’s Den’s branch there was a piece of cake. Any manipulation was useless in the face of absolute power. “Are you going to Westeros?” Albert asked in anticipation. It had been a long time since Kaze started anything. Albert was desperate for Kaze to head to Westeros and crush the Viper’s Den’s branch. “As if.” Kaze retorted gleefully before uttering indifferently, “Magnus isn’t worth my time to Westeros.“But Magnus can come to me.” Kaze’s eyes turned icy. The Viper’s Den was becoming a constant annoyan