With those words, Cecil had asserted Crimson Sage Sect's status and his resolve in this matter. But at the same time, he had also insulted the two master healers, Xander and Wesley.

Jaden breathed a sigh of relief. Seeing how the other sect members remained silent after Cecil spoke, he could confirm that they were on his side.

"What if you add me to the equation?" Suddenly, Zara spoke up, which made Cecil's eyes flicker.

"Zara! Why are you stirring up trouble?" Jaden asked.

Zara gave Jaden a disappointed look and replied, "Don't call me Zara anymore! Love should be mutual between a man and a woman, yet you're using such dirty tactics to pursue someone. From this moment on, our friendship is over!"

Damn it! So be it, then. Once he managed to marry Xena, Zara would be nothing compared to him. Before long, he might even become the leader of Martial Alliance.

Xena's case was a little trickier to him because of her position. If it were any other woman from a prestigious or wealth