Chapter 1893: Chapter 1893: Elder Silver Flame
Boom!
The explosive power between Wyatt Barnes and Warren Yorke was terrifying, yet surprisingly gentle, especially for Wyatt who hadn’t had a chance to act.
As a result, Wyatt was merely pushed back a few steps, remaining unscathed.
In contrast, Warren, due to his anger against Wyatt, blasted out his vast power, which collided with the other force and suffered significant rebound, sending him flying far away.
"Argh!"
As he was blasted away, Warren’s internal organs trembled, and he spewed out a large mouthful of clotted blood.
The blood splattered through the air, like nearly black red roses.
"Second Young Master!"
The old man who was originally following behind Warren no longer cared to watch Augustine Landon and Oliver Watson, and immediately dashed out to help steady Warren’s figure.
Whoosh!
At the same time, under the watchful eyes of the crowd, a tall and aged figure appeared not far away.
This was an old man in a white long robe embroidered with the flaming Black Tortoise. His frame was robust and tall, standing like an imposing iron tower.
"It’s Elder Silver Flame!"
Meanwhile, many people gasped, whispering softly.
The white robe on the robust elder was embroidered with a flame pattern of the Black Tortoise, and the color of these flames was ’silver,’ making them exceptionally striking.
This was indeed the emblem of the Fire Worship Sect’s ’Elder Silver Flame’!
In the Fire Worship Sect, elders are divided into three levels: ’Elder Copper Flame,’ ’Elder Silver Flame,’ and ’Elder Gold Flame.’
Among them, the status of the Elder Gold Flame is the highest, belonging to one of the top echelons in the Fire Worship Sect.
In the Black Tortoise Altar, only the altar master is an ’Elder Gold Flame,’ showing how rare they are and highlighting their remarkable status in the Fire Worship Sect.
Beneath the Elder Gold Flame are the Elder Silver Flames.
In the Black Tortoise Altar, there are a total of five Elder Silver Flames, all are top-tier powerhouses within the Black Tortoise Altar, having stepped into the ’Saint Immortal Realm,’ and their names even appear within the top 300 of the Extreme Saint Ranking.
To become an Elder Silver Flame in the Fire Worship Sect, two conditions must be met.
First, loyalty to the Fire Worship Sect is a must.
Second, one must rank within the top 300 of the Extreme Saint Ranking.
Most importantly is the latter condition.
This underscores the power of an Elder Silver Flame!
"Judging by the tall and robust characteristics of this silver flame elder, if I’m not mistaken... he should be Elder Charles Thorn of the Black Tortoise Altar!"
In the crowd, a middle-aged man dressed as a scholar said gravely.
Elder Charles Thorn?
Immediately, many couldn’t help but gasp softly, "Elder Charles Thorn is ranked 173 on the Extreme Saint Ranking, and among the five Elder Silver Flames in the Black Tortoise Altar, his strength is in the top three!"
"Who’d have thought Elder Charles Thorn would personally step out... Looks like these two are in trouble!"
"Elder Charles Thorn’s temper is notoriously bad... Daring to make a move in the Black Tortoise Altar is like running into the muzzle of a gun!"
...
Amidst the chatter, many looked at Wyatt Barnes and Warren Yorke with a hint of sympathy in their eyes.
"Hmm? That person seems familiar... isn’t he the second son of the Fifth Elder of North Qi Clan?"
Quickly, someone recognized Warren.
The second son of the Fifth Elder of North Qi Clan!
Immediately, many people’s eyes fell on Warren, and those who had seen him before recognized him at once, "It is indeed him! The second son of North Qi Clan’s Fifth Elder, Warren Yorke!"
"It is said that the Fifth Elder of North Qi Clan, Russel Yorke, and the first Elder Silver Flame of the Black Tortoise Altar, Maximus Lee, are close friends... Elder Maximus Lee is a more powerful Elder Silver Flame than Charles Thorn! It seems today, whoever opposes Warren is in trouble."
More and more people looked at Wyatt Barnes, eyes filled with pity.
The nearby whispers were naturally caught by Wyatt, making his heart skip a beat, and his brow slightly furrowed.
Augustine Landon and Oliver Watson’s expressions turned completely grim.
To them, with both being Elder Silver Flames in the Black Tortoise Altar, it was certain that Elder Charles Thorn and Elder Maximus Lee shared the same interests, and since Maximus was stronger, Charles would surely give Maximus some face.
Plus, with Maximus being a close friend of Warren’s father, Russel, it was highly likely that Elder Charles Thorn would favor Warren!
"Daring to make a move in the Black Tortoise Altar, you’ve got some nerve!"
However, just when everyone, including Warren himself, thought Elder Charles Thorn would favor Warren, Charles instead glared at him, rebuking loudly.
Accompanying his voice was a resonant sound wave, carrying a vast momentum, enveloping Warren, adding injury to insult, forcing out another mouthful of clotted blood, his face turning as pale as paper.
Immediately, a look of terror appeared in Warren’s eyes.
This Charles Thorn actually gives no regard for Elder Maximus Lee?
Or perhaps, he hadn’t heard the whispers around and didn’t know his identity?
Wow!
At the same time, the entire scene broke into an uproar.
No one present ever imagined Charles would act against Warren, as it was beyond their expectations, "What’s going on? Elder Charles Thorn is punishing Warren? Does he not know Warren’s identity?"
"It must be because Elder Charles Thorn didn’t hear our previous words and is unaware of Warren’s identity... Otherwise, even if he doesn’t respect Warren’s father, he’d surely respect Elder Maximus Lee."
"I also think so."
...
Everyone discussed fervently, reaching a consensus.
Wyatt Barnes, Augustine Landon, and Oliver Watson shared similar thoughts.
"Elder Charles Thorn, this is our Second Young Master ’Warren Yorke’, the second son of North Qi Sect’s Fifth Elder Russel Yorke."
The old man beside Warren Yorke had the same thoughts as those present, thinking Charles Thorn was unaware of Warren Yorke’s identity, he immediately reminded:
"Elder Maximus Lee of your esteemed sect is a close friend to our Fifth Elder... Surely Elder Charles Thorn has heard of this."
Upon returning to the point, the old man specially added a sentence, fearful that Charles Thorn was unaware of the relationship between his family’s Fifth Elder and Black Tortoise Elder Maximus Lee.
"So what?"
However, against everyone’s expectations, Charles Thorn’s face remained unchanged, saying calmly, "The rules of the Black Tortoise are to be followed by everyone regardless of who they are... Not to mention the son of Elder Maximus Lee’s friend, even if it were Elder Maximus Lee’s own son who broke the rules in Black Tortoise, I would not hold back! I believe even if Elder Maximus Lee were here, he would agree with my actions."
The impartiality of Charles Thorn shocked many people.
"Elder Charles Thorn is admirable."
Augustine Landon breathed a sigh of relief and said in a low voice.
Oliver Watson nodded.
Wyatt Barnes glanced at Charles Thorn, the apprehension in his eyes gave way to admiration.
Regardless, the impartiality exhibited by Elder Charles Thorn earned his respect.
"Elder Charles Thorn is right!"
And just then, another aged voice was heard, drawing the attention of everyone present.
Under the gaze of the crowd, a skinny old man revealed himself.
This old man was wearing the same attire as Charles Thorn, unmistakably another Elder Silver Flame.
"Uncle Maximus Lee!"
Seeing the newcomer, Warren Yorke’s eyes brightened, exclaiming with a hint of excitement.
At that moment, everyone realized.
This Elder Silver Flame was none other than Elder Silver Flame ’Maximus Lee’ of the Fire Worship Sect’s Black Tortoise.
Maximus Lee was also the strongest Silver Flame Elder within the Black Tortoise!
From the moment he showed up, Maximus Lee maintained a calm expression, no sign of joy or anger; even when hearing Warren Yorke’s greeting, he merely gave Warren a slight nod before ignoring him.
Seeing this, Warren Yorke’s brow furrowed involuntarily.
Previously, Uncle Maximus Lee had never been so indifferent to him!
"Little Warren, rest assured... Today’s matter, Uncle Maximus Lee will make you satisfied."
Just as Warren Yorke was feeling dissatisfied, a voice reached his ears, which he could discern as the voice of his Uncle Maximus Lee.
His heart instantly cleared of gloom, replaced with excitement.
His Uncle Maximus Lee was in the end on his side.
"Elder Charles Thorn, as the saying goes ’it takes two hands to clap’... Now, you’ve disciplined Warren Yorke. Shouldn’t the other party be disciplined as well?"
Under the watchful eyes, Maximus Lee turned to Charles Thorn and asked.
As his words fell, his gaze landed on Wyatt Barnes.
The sinister gaze, filled with murderous intent, fell into Wyatt Barnes’s eyes, giving him the feeling of being stared down by a venomous snake, causing Wyatt Barnes’s face to change.
"This Maximus Lee actually harbors murderous intent towards me?"
At that instant, Wyatt Barnes realized his naivety, having previously thought Maximus Lee was as impartial as Charles Thorn.
But given the current situation, Maximus Lee was obviously not like Charles Thorn.
"Elder Charles Thorn, the only one who acted was Warren Yorke."
Charles Thorn frowned slightly, not acting as Maximus Lee proposed against Wyatt Barnes.
Previously, the force he exerted between Wyatt Barnes and Warren Yorke, besides obstructing them, had another function—to prove who acted.
Whoever exerted force would be injured by that force!
Earlier, only Warren Yorke was injured, while Wyatt Barnes was not, indicating that the only person who disregarded Black Tortoise regulations was Warren Yorke.
Hence he did not intend to discipline Wyatt Barnes.
"Elder Charles Thorn, as I said... it takes two hands to clap! Since you won’t act, leave it to me!"
Upon hearing Charles Thorn’s words, Maximus Lee’s face darkened, raising his hand to strike Wyatt Barnes through the air!
Boom!
Instinctively, the void trembled, vast and terrifying power surged out, heading directly for Wyatt Barnes.
Amidst thunder and lightning, Wyatt Barnes felt like he was suffocating, the overwhelming force, carrying a tremendously fearful aura, completely locked onto him, rendering him immobile.
"No!"
Wyatt Barnes’s pupils constricted, his face full of unwillingness.
He was a hundred percent sure that if this force landed on him, he would inevitably die!