Rupert’s punch landed squarely on Adrian, and a powerful shockwave swept through the area. Everyone took a step back. After a long time, the dust settled. Everyone looked toward the center. Adrian still stood there like a monument. Rupert, on the other hand, maintained his punching stance.

Rupert's mouth twitched, and he muttered, "This... This..."

Even if he refused to admit it, Rupert had to concede at this point. Adrian's strength indeed far exceeded his understanding. No matter how hard he tried, he could not make Adrian budge.

"You're strong," Rupert said.

Adrian replied, "The beasts outside are also quite powerful. If you can't even injure me, going out there would be like committing suicide, wouldn't it?"

"But…"

"I understand your intentions, but staying here is safer for now," Adrian said as he surveyed the surroundings. The people around him displayed a myriad of complex expressions. Then, he took out some spirit crystals from his pocket and handed them to the crowd.

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