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James sat on the sofa in Henry’s office. Henry immediately handed him a cigarette and sat opposite him. “You’ve done well.” James lit the cigarette and asked, “Besides Yasir Parker, is there anyone else applying pressure on you?” “There are so many of them I can’t name them all.” Henry lit a cigarette too and said, “Almost every powerful figure in the Capital came to visit me in an effort to cajole and pressure me into releasing Halvor. However, I’ve tried to avoid them at all costs.” “Mhm.” James nodded and said, “The Tucksons have established themselves in the Capital for centuries and are one of the most powerful families in Sol. As they are affiliated with many powerful figures, there will inevitably be a chain reaction once we make a move against Halvor. Jot down the names of the people who came later so that I can have a rough idea.” “Understood.” Henry nodded. “I’ll go visit the King now.” James did not linger in the military region for long. He left after having
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“Who’s your preferred candidate for the King?’ James asked. After long contemplation, the King said, “In the beginning, it was you.” “Me?” James froze. “Yes.” The King continued, “Back when you were framed by the previous Emperor, I planned to introduce you to the world of politics. However, a lot happened afterward, and I realized that though you make a good general, you aren’t qualified to be a leader.” James scratched his nose and asked, “What about now?” The King clapped his hands. A man forty years of age around 180 centimeters tall walked in. He was wearing a black suit, and his refined features only accentuated his charisma. “King… Emperor…” The man greeted the two respectfully. The King explained, “Mr. Zander is the Deputy Director General of Sol.” “Mhm.” James nodded slightly. Since the King ordered Mr. Zander to enter at this moment, he must be his favored candidate for the position of King. The King continued, “There would be turmoil and disorder in
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Callan was the first to arrive in the Capital. After James healed his injuries with the Crucifier, he left Cansington and arrived in the Capital with the sole objective of seizing control of the Gu Sect in mind. “Where are you, James?” Callan asked. “I’m already in the Capital,” James replied. “I’m now in closed-door meditation. I’ll send you my address. We’ll talk about it later.” “Sure.” James hung up the phone. Soon, he received Callan’s message. Callan did not live in the city area. Instead, he was residing in a villa in the suburbs. It was a secluded area full of villas and courtyards for the pleasure of the rich. Soon, James arrived and rang the doorbell. The door opened. A forty-year-old-looking man with a crew cut and wearing white clothing answered the door. It was Callan. He had cut his hair short. Now, he was more energetic-looking. “You’ve arrived, James.” Callan welcomed James in. “Mhm.” James walked in and sat on the sofa. Immediately, a beauti
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James stood up and said smilingly, “I’ll be taking my leave. Call me if there’s anything.” Callan stood up and sent James off. After James left Callan’s residence, he headed straight to the Cadens’ residence. Soon, he arrived at the gates of the Cadens. Upon seeing James, the guards froze before recollecting themselves and greeted him respectfully, “Emperor.” Back then, the Cadens─including the servants, guards, and others─looked down on James. Ever since the Mount Thunder Conference, James’ name and prestige had spread far and wide in the ancient martial world. No one dared dismiss him as an insignificant nobody anymore. “Is Maxine here?” “The family head is currently outside.” “Alright then, I’ll wait inside.” James walked straight into the Cadens’ courtyard. At the same time, he pulled his phone out and called Maxine. At that moment, Maxine was at a business conference in the Capital. Seeing that James called her, she smiled brightly and answered the call, “Hel
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Maxine was lost in thought. The Capital was the core and economic lifeline of Sol. James’ actions would implicate not just a single company or a conglomerate. Eighty percent of companies and conglomerates established in Sol would be affected. Things would get complicated if something went out of hand. “Here’s what I think, James.” After contemplation, Maxine said, “Despite the Cadens’ participation and the courting of conglomerates with a clean background, there’s no guarantee that we can effectively deal with the situation. After all, when driven solely by interests, it would be impossible for us to unite as one.” James listened to her intently. He knew little about what Maxine was talking about. Maxine continued, “Why don’t we establish a conglomerate or a Chamber of Commerce ourselves and pulled those businesses in? Only by combining forces with companies, whether SMEs or huge conglomerates, can we effectively deal with the situation. Otherwise, Sol will descend into disorde
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“I like you, James. I’ll do anything for you and help you to the best of my ability. For you, I will control the Cadens and gain political allies to help you gain the upper hand in the election. I will campaign for you and help you ascend to the throne of the King.” The more she said, the more agitated she became. At that moment, James was lost in thought. Images began appearing in his mind─vast swathes of territory, a harem of beauties and concubines, and the night-time scenery of a prosperous Sol─everything in his possession. Horrified at those thoughts, he hurriedly catalyzed Ataraxia to clear his mind. Almost immediately, his mind cleared, and those thoughts were now buried deep beneath his mind. He composed himself. Maxine was still embracing him tightly. “Y-You…!” came a surprised voice, and Thea walked in. After James left in the morning, she remained at home for a while. Since she was bored, she came to visit Maxine to find someone to talk to. She never expected t
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James opened the door and leaped into the passenger’s seat. Thea slammed on the gas and had no intention to stop. Unconcerned about James’ safety, she rebuked him upon seeing him in the passenger’s seat, “What are you doing here? Why don’t you go find Maxine?” “Thea, this is really just a misunderstanding,” James explained. “I don’t know what happened to her today. I visited her to discuss our future plans. All of a sudden, her personality changed, and she began saying weird things. In the end, she even embraced me tightly…” James narrated the chain of events that took place. Although Thea was mad, she listened to him intently. When she heard that Maxine confessed her feelings to James, Thea scowled. “I was confused. Weird images began surfacing in my mind, but I hurriedly catalyzed Ataraxia to suppress those thoughts. That’s why I couldn’t push her away in time. “Thea, I’m telling you the truth. I only see her as a little sister.” “Hmph!” Thea long knew that Maxine had
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”You are the commander-in-chief of the Red Flame Army and a good friend of the Blithe King. The father of Whitney Walker─Henry’s girlfriend─is the Centurion of the Northern Border. Your connections are terrifying. “You now control the vast majority of forces of Sol. Who would dare go against your wish if you want to become the King? “As for the ancient martial world, you have the support of Maxine, the family head of the Cadens. Not only that, you’re close friends with Jackson Cabral, the Sect Leader of the Mount Thunder Sect. You even have Callan in the Capital to assist you. “Even the heavens wish for you to be the King,” Thea said. James scratched his nose, saying, “Seems like it, yeah. But I’m really not interested in becoming King. The greater the authority, the greater the responsibility. I don’t think I can manage a country well.” Leaning on the chair, he pulled out a cigarette and lit it. “I like a peaceful and uneventful life. I cherish the time when I was married
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