"Young man, do you even know what it means to speak recklessly?" Evren stared at Leander, his gaze turning cold.Before this, he had held a certain respect for Leander for bringing Ophelia back and saving her. That was why, when Cedric confronted Leander, Evren had spoken up for him, hoping to calm things down. He hadn't expected, however, that Leander wouldn't just brush it off but would openly declare in front of everyone that he wasn't even worthy.I am a Martial Sovereign, ranked among the elite on the Astria Power Index, with a fearsome reputation across the Astria martial world, standing at the very top. And yet, to be ignored entirely by some kid feels downright absurd.Leander hadn't even considered him a threat. He just gave a mocking smile. "You're only an Advanced Martial Sovereign. Your cultivation can't even crack the top ten on the Astria Power Index, and now you've ended up as someone else's personal bodyguard. You've lost the heart of a Martial Practitioner. And yet, you dare to lecture me? Tell me how to handle things? Do you really think you have the right?"Everyone around thought Leander's words were outrageously arrogant, like he looked down on the entire world. But Evren froze, struck dumb, his expression a mix of shock and disbelief.I'm an Advanced Martial Sovereign, that's true. But I can't wrap my head around how he could judge my cultivation at a single glance."Who are you?" Inside, Evren felt his world flip over. His heart churned as he locked eyes with Leander, suddenly aware that the young man in front of him was anything but ordinary.Leander did not answer. He simply lifted his gaze and looked toward the distant sky off to the side.Evren was still trying to make sense of it when his ears twitched. A sharp tearing sound sliced through the air. He turned his head just in time to see two streaks of light racing in from the horizon, moving so fast they felt unreal, like supercars pushed past their limits. In the blink of an eye, they reached the edge of Sandsong Oasis.Ophelia, Cedric, and the others turned as well, their attention snapping to the same point in the sky.One blue figure and one black figure came to a halt midair, standing effortlessly upon empty space. They were two elderly men with gentle expressions, carrying themselves with the quiet authority of immortals who had walked the mortal world for centuries.None of them had ever seen anything like this. For a moment, even the brilliant Ophelia and the fearless Cedric, who ruled Bladewick without restraint, stood frozen in stunned silence.When Evren saw who had arrived, he faltered briefly, then his expression lit up with uncontrollable joy. In front of everyone, he bent deeply at the waist and saluted them. "Greetings, Master Matthias. Greetings, Elder Tobey."The others immediately turned to stare at Evren, shock written all over their expressions.These two elders who have just arrived are actually connected to Evren? One is his Master Matthias, and the other is Elder Tobey.Ophelia's gaze flickered, her heart shaken to the core.Evren alone had once dominated Bladewick without a single defeat, ruling by sheer force of his fists and rising into an elite figure both revered and feared. She had seen it with her own eyes. From more than ten feet away, Evren struck a bronze cauldron with a bare palm and sent it sliding three meters across the ground. He had flipped a sedan weighing several tons with one hand, just like a martial world master ripped straight out of a TV drama.And yet, the two elderly men standing in the sky were on an entirely different level. They stepped through empty air and pressed down on the heavens themselves, a sight so shocking it defied description. If Evren had not warned her beforehand, she would almost have bent at the waist in instinctive respect.High above, the two elderly men gave Evren a brief nod, signaling for him to rise. Then, together, they turned their attention toward the depths of Sandsong Oasis, a trace of delight flashing in their eyes."Such abundant spiritual energy. This really is a treasured land," the elder in blue said, His gaze deep and contemplative, tinged with quiet awe."Indeed. If not for a passerby who happened to spread the word earlier, who would have imagined that within the Sahar Wastes Desert, a place like the Westeria Divine Vault could exist at all?" The elder in black nodded, unmistakable pleasure in his voice.We only come because we receive word from Evren that Verdant Dew might exist here. Otherwise, why would people like us, old recluses who have long withdrawn from the world, travel thousands of miles just to gather in this place?"Ms. Snowbrook, these two are the Grandmaster of the Bulwark Sect lineage and the Elder in charge of transmission. This is my master, Matthias, and Elder Tobey. Come and pay your respects."Evren shot Ophelia a meaningful look. She immediately stepped forward and bowed, her posture respectful as she addressed the two figures in the sky. "I am Ophelia Snowbrook. It is an honor to meet you both, seniors.""Ophelia Snowbrook?"Both of them turned their attention to her. The elderly man in blue spoke first. "Your aura feels similar to that brat Kivon Snowbrook's. If I am not mistaken, you should be his granddaughter. The last time I saw him was fifty years ago. Back then, he had only just started to make a name for himself in Bladewick Now in the blink of an eye, you are already past thirty. Fifty years really do pass like nothing at all." Ophelia's expression shifted as she listened. Shock rippled across her expression, followed by pure disbelief.Kivon is my grandfather. He is seventy-five now, yet this old man casually calls him a brat and says the last time he saw him was fifty years ago. How am I supposed not to be stunned by that?Her expression was stricken with panic, and her voice dropped a few octaves. "Since you know my grandpa, I beg you, please show mercy and find him a sip of the spring of life to extend his life. I would be forever grateful!" She finished speaking, bowing low with sincerity."Little girl, stand up. Kivon and I share some roots in the Bulwark Sect. Now that we're here, we won't let Kivon die in vain. You'll come with us. And as for the spring of life Kivon needs, it s réfinitely inside Sandsong Qasis. But remember this once you take the spring of life, you leave immediately. No secrets about this place can get out, or you will die without mercy. Understand?"As the blue-robed elder finished speaking, a wave of murderous intent crashed down like a tidal wave. The bodyguards below, all former special forces, shivered. Ophelia and Cedric turned pale, nodding quickly.noveldramaThe two elders descended from above. They passed right by Leander without so much as a glance, treating him like an insignificant insect, moving forward without acare."Evren, take your people and follow. The Sandsong Oasis is crawling with danger. You'll only be safe near us," the blue-robed elder instructed. Evren nodded and gathered Ophelia and the others behind them, ready to enter the oasis.Leander, meanwhile, found himself completely isolated, ignored by everyone. Ophelia only gave him a brief glance before turning away, unwilling to interact with him at all. A woman from a business family was naturally cold and self-interested.Before, Leander could still be useful to her, so she had spoken politely, begged, and coaxed him. But now, with two unimaginable Transcendents present and willing to lead her to the spring of life, she wouldn't waste another word on him.The two elders led the way, stepping toward the heart of the Sandsong Oasis, when suddenly Leander's voice rang out. "Stop!"The two elders immediately paused and turned, their eyes icy. Evren's pupils contracted sharply, his expression darkening. "Young man, I don't know who you are. Maybe you have some connections in the martial world, maybe there are elders in your family who walk that path. But this is not a place for you to act recklessly."I could forgive your earlier rudeness,but these two are my Master Matthias and Elder Tobey. They are the pinnacle of the Bulwark Sect, standing as Infernal CrownTranscendents in this partialknow anything about the world, you should understand what an Infernal Crown Transcendentmeans. Do you really intend to stop us?" Leander's gaze was calm. Then he cracked a grin. "Infernal Crown Transcendent?"In the next instant, he swung his arm and unleashed a palm strike.Boom!The ground shook violently. A massive chasm tore open, cutting off everyone from the Sandsong Oasis, forming what looked like a natural chasm from heaven itself.