From Ruin to Reign Leander's Unbreakable Will novel Chapter 475

On the main path of Highcliffe University, Leander held Daphne's hand as they walked side by side. The air around them carried a fresh, easy campus vibe.

Along the way, he gave her a brief rundown of what had happened on the Aorinth Peaks.

"Leander, are you saying your spiritual strength made a huge leap?" Daphne asked softly.

"Yes." Leander nodded. "Right now, my spiritual strength can cover the entire university. I can span miles in a single thought."

He was being modest. If he went all out, he could sense everything miles beyond the campus as well.

Daphne's eyes shimmered. Looking at the man she had chosen for life, warmth filled her heart. His growing strength only made her feel prouder.

They chatted as they walked. At the university gate, Daphne glanced at the busy street and suddenly asked, "Leander, do King Phase beings really exist in this world?"

Leander kept his gaze forward, expression calm.

"The King Phase is elusive. I'm not sure if it truly exists. Even if a King Phase stood in front of me, what difference would it make? Heaven or earth—there's nothing I fear."

Daphne watched his spirited confidence and smiled, her expression bright as a field of blooming flowers.

The two spent the afternoon exploring the street lined with food stalls along the sycamore-lined lane.

Near dusk, Daphne needed to return home to train, so they finally parted.

Leander continued through the streets alone, passing alleys he had known since childhood. The city had changed, yet memories surfaced all the same.

At the foot of Swallow Hill, he looked up at the sky. A faint chill of loneliness settled in his chest.

For ten years, he had fought to return to the Ashcroft family and rise above it. Now that he had done it, the so-called family meant nothing to him. The world-class powerhouses that once stood above everyone had already fallen under his feet.

With his goals exhausted, a wave of dull emptiness crept in, the familiar coldness of standing too high.

"Maybe only a King Phase existence would make things interesting again."

He sighed quietly and began climbing Swallow Hill.

...

In a secret stronghold, several people in suits sat around a long table. Among them was Highcliffe University's president, Christopher. Next to him sat the "Sky Mantis," Seth, and the "Armored Duo," Keith and Kenneth.

The others were the actual core members of Astria's Shadow Division—veteran elites who had held power for decades.

Across from Christopher sat a straight-backed, middle-aged man in a military uniform. Authority seemed to rest in his very features, his presence powerful and commanding. Even seated, he radiated a mountain-like pressure that drew every gaze in the room.

It was clear he was the division's true commander.

"Everyone, this meeting should have been held half a month ago. Various issues delayed it until today."

His voice filled the conference room.

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