The King Of Warriors novel (Jared Chance) novel Chapter 5044

Jared quickly cupped his fists in respect, his tone respectful. “Your name is known far and wide, Mr. Aldwych. How could I not recognize someone so well-regarded? I'm just new here, so it took me a second to place the name.”

As the saying goes, a smart man knows when to back off. When you're unsure how strong your opponent truly is, it's best to lie low and strengthen yourself quietly.

From what Jared just witnessed, Aziel's strength was clearly beyond the ordinary, with the power to fight above his level. Jared knew he had to tread carefully.

Aziel nodded with satisfaction, then turned his attention to Jemina. His smile was faintly unsettling. “Jemina, you came back from level one and didn't even let me know. How'd you end up in a place like this?”

Jemina was still reeling from Aziel's earlier display. This guy was completely unpredictable—he'd kill someone just for being mildly displeased.

She bit her lip and mumbled, “I... I came from level one.”

“Level one?” Aziel chuckled. “Jemina, you sure like to tease. How could there be an entrance to these ruins on level one?”

“We...” Jemina tried to explain, wanting to insist they had come from there, but Jared cut in.

“Mr. Aldwych, we were just curious. We wanted to look around and maybe find some magical items. That's all.”

Jared didn't want anyone to realize there was another entrance to the ancient ruins from level one. If that got out, the Caxton Continent would be at risk. Sooner or later, swarms of cultivators from level two would pour into level one territory like that.

“And who are you? How did you end up with Jemina?” Aziel's gaze darkened as he turned back to Jared.

“I...” Jared hesitated, caught off guard by the direct question about his relationship with Jemina.

“Aziel, who's the woman at your side?” Jemina quickly interrupted, steering the conversation in a different direction. She was afraid Aziel might bring trouble to Jared.