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Chapter 548

Hundreds of martialists of the Phoenix Sect hurried to the courtyard in front of the attic.

They were first shocked to see three presbyters lying unconscious and severely injured in the courtyard, then they spotted Cedric, whose face was bruised and swollen, along with Wyatt, Isaac, and Theodore–the four young masters.

Their mouths were tinged with blood, clearly indicating they had been hurt.

The swollen bruises on their faces were particularly telling.

This sight greatly astonished all the Phoenix Sect martialists who had rushed to the courtyard.

They had never seen anyone dare to beat Cedric and his companions to such a state.

The only suspects were undoubtedly Gilmore, Emma, Christine, Yolanda, and Daphne, as they were the only outsiders present.

Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!

In an instart, many skilled fighters formed a semi–circle around Gilmore and his companions, ready to confront them.

After all, seeing their young master beaten, the Phoenix Sect’s martialists were naturally not going to let the assailant, Gilmore, off easily.

However, Cedric, seeing his men surrounding Gilmore, shouted angrily at them, “What are you doing? Stand down, all of your

Hearing Cedric’s stern command, the faces of the Phoenix Sect martialists, both those surrounding Gilmore and those who were not, registered surprise.

Could they have heard that right?

Was their young master, Cedric, asking them to back off?

But Gilmore and his companions were clearly the prime suspects in causing the injuries to Cedric and the others.

Knowing Cedric’s usual temperament, if someone crossed him even slightly, he would retaliate tenfold.

Now, the young master, Cedric, was actually ordering his men to stand down.

It clearly seemed as though he didn’t dare to provoke Gilmore.

To the martialists of the Phoenix Sect, this was unbelievable.

But when the young master commanded, the Phoenix Sect martialists dared not disobey.

They acknowledged the order and promptly stepped aside.

Cedric then stepped forward, and instead of his usual arrogance that characterized the Phoenix Sect’s young master, his demeanor was one of utmost respect, as if he were a mere servant. He said to Gilmore, “Mr. Reed, our Phoenix Sect martialists were disrespectful to you earlier.

“I beg your forgiveness and assure you that our people will show nothing but respect when they see you in the future.”

At Cedric’s words, the jaws of the Phoenix Sect’s fighters nearly hit the ground in shock.

In their eyes, Cedric’s behavior was completely overturning their worldview.

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They couldn’t believe that the always haughty Cedric was acting so humbly in front of Gilmore.

But what surprised them even more was the behavior of Wyatt, saac, and Theodore.

As Cedric spoke submissively to Gilmore, these three young masters also listened attentively and respectfully, as if Gilmore was a master they dared not offend

Indeed, in the eyes of the three, Gilmore was someone not to be trifled with.

When the Phoenix Sect fighters surrounded Gilmore, the three young masters even considered intervening on Gilmore’s behalf, fearing that if Gilmore was angry, he might lash out at them as well.

Fortunately, Cedric sent those Phoenix Sect fighters away, so they didn’t have to step in

Gilmore looked at Cedric, noting his careful attempts to please him.

A satisfied expression appeared on Gilmore’s face. He said, “Cedric, your surrender and loyalty to me have been unwavering. and it pleases me greatly.

“However, you, the martialists of the Phoenix Sect, have dared to offend me, and that displeases me.

“I don’t want to see anyone from the Phoenix Sect showing me disrespect again. Otherwise, I won’t be so courteous to you

next time.”

Hearing this, Cedric’s expression changed instantly, and he hurriedly responded, “Yes, Mr. Reed”

All the martialists of the Phoenix Sect were dumbfounded.

What?

Had they heard correctly?

Cedric was pledging allegiance to Gilmore?

The young master of the Phoenix Sect was surrendering to a young man barely in his twenties?

To the Phoenix Sect martialists, this was not only absurd but would also become the laughingstock of the entire Dragonspice Mountains if word got out.

Finally, one of the loyal and straightforward presbyters of the Phoenix Sect, known for his strength and prestige, spoke to Cedric, “Young Master, our Phoenix Sect, even if not the strongest, is still among the top ten sects in the Dragonspire Mountains.

“You are the future heir and the hope of the Phoenix Sect. How can you bow to a young whippersnapper and tarnish our Sect’s reputation?”

Darius Abbott, a presbyter with both strength and prestige in the Phoenix Sect, was appalled by Cedric’s surrender to another, tarnishing the sect’s reputation. He spoke out boldly and righteously.

A flash of anger crossed Cedric’s eyes at Darius‘ words, which practically painted him as a complete disgrace, a traitor in the guise of a lapdog.

Cedric, already seething under Gilmore’s control and compelled to obey him, felt his rage amplify with Darius‘ scathing

criticism

His intense gaze locked onto Darius as he said coldly, “Darius, you’re nothing more than a martialist in the Phoenix Sect without any real status.

“The decision to pledge loyalty to Mr. Reed is not yours to make

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“As the young master of the Phoenix Sect, and in my father’s absence, I call the shots here.”

Darius’s face turned crimson with anger, so furious he was at a loss for words. “You!…

“If the sect master

r returns and learns of your surrender to this Gilmore, he’ll be furious,”

“Shut up!” Cedric couldn’t hold back anymore. With a furious shout, his eyes betrayed a murderous intent.

Gilmore, observing silently, thought to himself, “I didn’t expect to find such a loyal and straightforward individual within the Phoenix Sect.

“Such loyalty can be useful for my future control over the sect.”

Little did anyone present know, Gilmore had already secretly considered the loyal Darius as a key player in his future control over the Phoenix Sect.

Facing Cedric’s barely concealed murderous intent, Darius showed no fear on his face.

“Young master, even if you kill me, I must say, if you surrender to Gilmore, you will be the eternal traitor of the Phoenix Sect.

Cedric was taken aback that Darius dared to confront him fearlessly, risking his own life.

Cedric, noticing the abyss–like, unfathomable expression on Gilmore’s face, feared that Darius’s further comments might provoke Gilmore, bringing trouble upon himself.

Cedric’s eyes flashed with fury as he shouted, “How dare you, an old fool, disrespect Mr. Reed and disregard me as the young

master.

“It seems you wish to betray the Phoenix Sect and usurp its power. Today, I shall be your end!”

As soon as Cedric finished speaking, he unleashed his full strength, striking at Darius like a bolt of lightning.

However, at that moment, Gilmore, who had been watching calmly, suddenly moved.

With a swift flip of his palm, he struck unexpectedly, sending a formidable surge of energy that, to everyone’s astonishment, wasn’t aimed at Darius but at Cedric

Bang!

With a loud crash, Cedric, who was attacking Darius, never anticipated someone would strike him from behind, let alone that it would be Gilmore.

Gilmore’s sudden attack sent Cedric flying like a torn kite, crashing heavily in front of Darius, forming a seven–feet–wide crater on impact

Darius, staring at Cedric in the crater, was also surprised.

As he regained his composure, he looked towards Gilmore, the one who had sneak–attacked Cedric

Then, he saw Gilmore, with a slight smile, nodding at him as a gesture of acknowledgment.

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