Chad and Toby were moved by Sutton's story. In Hacniane, Mystic and martial arts were divided into reputable and heretical groups.Among the heretical Mystic groups were the Black Coffin Group, Achaea, the Gray Elders and the Clearwater Group, the Mediums Group, Wild Mortzen, Danbanmon, and others.Sutton said, "I refused to inherit Achaea and made a three-year pact with my family's elders. Three years later, I wanted to compete again. If I weren't the last, I wouldn't have to inherit Achaea. But I was too naive!"Sutton gave a bitter smile that was tinged with madness. "Three years later, the competition began, and I was still at the bottom. This time, I accepted it. Not because my talent was insufficient, but because they cheated!"They took advantage of my parents' meek nature, and they didn't want to be childless. So, I had to be the last. I had to inherit Achaea!"With a crazed laugh, Sutton said, "So, I agreed. I inherited Achaea, but the misfortune had only just begun."Th

Sutton's confident declaration left Chad visibly surprised. "Chimera pill? Break through to the Visualization Stage?"Chad was speechless. He had hoped to avoid refining the pill but realized Sutton was only at the Inner Observation Stage. If Chad had not wanted to test the effects of Evergrow, he would have already kicked Sutton out.On second thought, Chad understood—if Sutton were at the Visualization Stage, he would not have botched his strategy on Toby.On the other hand, Sutton believed Chad was shocked that his cultivation level was only at the Inner Observation Stage. Sutton planned to use the chimera pill to break through to the Visualization Stage and then attempt to ascend to an earthbound immortal to change his fate.It was definitely better since Chad could increase the success rate of becoming an earthbound immortal to ninety percent.Sutton smiled and said, "Dr. Jennings, we think alike. I painstakingly gathered the ingredients for the chimera pill to elevate myself

Sutton's face darkened, and then he suddenly let out a cold laugh. "Though I couldn't find a way to break the Five Afflictions and Three Lacks through witchcraft, I found it in the techniques of Neuf Chrys Club in Saffronesia."Chad finally realized the truth. "You altered the direction of your parents' graves to extend your life by ten years forcibly, didn't you?"Sutton smiled bitterly. "Yes. Ten years ago, I met Mr. Yamamoto in Saffronesia. He saw through my Five Afflictions and Three Lacks and personally accompanied me to Pendletown to help modify my parents' graves. That's why I have these ten extra years."The mention of Balaro Yamamoto's name changed Chad's expression. Their previous encounter on Temple Road had resulted in both being severely injured.Chad turned to Toby. "You should head back now."Toby knew Chad was intent on killing Sutton, so he immediately stood up to leave. Willow took Jasmine with her and personally escorted Toby out.Only Chad and Sutton remained

Sutton's cultivation level had unsurprisingly risen from the Inner Observation Stage to the Visualization Stage. That illogical enhancement fundamentally improved his cultivation talent.Chad was baffled, unable to comprehend the reason behind such a transformation.Imperious seemed to pick up on Chad's confusion and said, "Don't tell me you don't know what Evergrow really is."Chad looked curiously at the yellow-furred weasel. "Do you know?"Imperious smiled arrogantly. "Of course I do. Evergrow is the soil used by the first goddess when she created humans. She used Evergrow to create humans; they live as humans and die as Evergrow. That's why people, when they die, become Evergrow to some extent."That revelation struck Chad like a bolt of lightning, splitting his understanding wide open. If explained that way, everything made sense to Chad.Imperious said, "Do you know what the new era means? The beginning of any new era is always a super chaotic time, so humanity's good days

Chad noticed from Stanley's voice that he lacked vital energy, a condition usually resulting from being drained through intimate activities. Chad said, "You're in middle age now; don't overindulge."Stanley chuckled sheepishly. "You've hit the nail on the head, Dr. Jennings. To be honest, I've been involved with Jojo, the CEO of Bellenuite Group, and we're planning to get married."Chad was taken aback. Third Granny Fox had taken over Jojo's body, implying that the fox spirit had seduced Stanley.However, Chad kept his thoughts to himself and said, "You should come by my place when you have time. I'll help you with some treatments. You're not getting any younger, and it's time to think about starting a family."Stanley was delighted. "I'll come by. I'll look into that matter and get back to you shortly."True to his word, Stanley worked swiftly. Within five minutes, he had identified the Saffronesians staying at Cloud Nine Tower."There are two Saffronesians—Ned Eriksson and Sten