"Hugh, you arrived just in time. That fat guy dared to hit me. Help me teach him a lesson!" The young man who had previously yelled at Stout called out when he saw another man approaching.
The man glanced at the situation and then turned to Stout. "Bro, was your action a bit too heavy?"
"Do you have a problem with it?" Stout responded calmly.
"Since we're both martial artists, how about we find a place to spar?" The man's eyes flashed with a cold glint.
"I don't have time for that," Stout waved his hand dismissively. "If you want to fight, do it quickly. We're here to celebrate Mr Doman's birthday."
"You..." The man furrowed his brows.
"Hugh, it was actually Richard's fault earlier. Could you let it go for my sake?" Robbie Doman intervened. Mr Hines has come to celebrate my uncle's birthday. If you want to spar with this gentleman, can it wait until later?"
"Since you're asking, there's no problem," the man nodded and then looked at Stout again. "I'll wait for you. If you're a true man, don't be a coward."
After saying that, without waiting for Stout's response, he turned and left.
"Mr Hines, I apologize for the inconvenience caused earlier. I'm truly sorry." Robbie Doman said to Derek once the others left.
"Mr Doman, no need to worry about it," Derek replied with a smile. "Is your uncle at home?"
"My uncle is busy at the moment, please, Mr Hines, this way." Robbie gestured courteously.
"Thank you." Derek and Billy exchanged a glance and followed towards a nearby villa. Stout and Donald followed closely behind.
"Boss, that playboy from earlier is Kenny Doman's nephew, Robbie Doman." After Derek's group left, Judge turned to Billy and spoke.
"Kenny Doman lost his spouse at a young age, leaving him with only a daughter named Julia Doman."
"As I understand, both Robbie Doman and Julia Doman are disciples of a certain sect. They rarely return to Enssea."
"Oh? Is that so?" Billy raised an eyebrow.
No wonder Robbie Doman, at such a young age, had already achieved the Battle General realm. So, he was a disciple of a sect!
The Hidden World Aristocrats and Ancient Martial Sects were two forces outside of the aristocratic families that couldn't be underestimated. In terms of combat strength, they far surpassed the families. Many sects and aristocratic clans had existed for thousands of years, and despite societal changes, they stood firm, having their own reasons. Secret Essences and Ink Pavilion were both sects that had endured for over a thousand years.
"Boss, may I wander around the vicinity?" Judge asked after a moment.
"Sure," Billy nodded.
As Judge left, Billy cast another glance deep into the estate. He could sense the faint aura of a War Grandmaster somewhere within. Though the other party might be trying to conceal their presence, they couldn't escape Billy's perception.
After brief contemplation, Billy headed to a garden in the northwest corner of the estate. The two Warlord-level auras Stout had mentioned earlier seemed to be emanating from there. Billywas curious to see who was there.
Meanwhile, Derek and his companions, led by Robbie Doman, entered the mansion's hall.
Upon entering, they saw several people seated in the hall besides a middle-aged man with a square face. The eldest among them was a man in his sixties, dressed in Daoist robes, with white hair, youthful features, and a profound gaze. His aura was enveloping him.
After scrutinizing the elder for a moment, Stout's eyes narrowed slightly, realizing that the elder's strength was considerable, likely at the Half-Step Warlord level.
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