John Brown
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On the weekend, there were no classes at Crawford University, but its facilities are open for student's use. Students normally come on the weekends for either private studies, research or club activities. Leon had dropped by Royal hospital earlier and fed his foster father an All-Purpose Healing Pill. It had worked wonders and Brian had mostly recovered from his injuries within minutes and could be discharged. However, Leon wouldn't be able to explain to the doctors how his foster father had recover so…-
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"We shall remember this favor, please leave us your name so we can repay you in the future when we have a chance." Leon said, while carrying his adoptive father out of the car. "Ahaha… It's William, William Kent." William laughed awkwardly. His mind seemed to be in a different place, worrying about something. "What's the matter?" "Oh…no it's nothing…" Leon did not continue to pry into his problems since William did not want to explain. More importantly, he still needs to get his…
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Great Wall, military camp, command center. "Tell me what you make of today's attack, Dales." Hendrick Graham said with a dark look. He did not have the same calm composure when he was facing his son. Hendrick was not an unfeeling person; in fact, he was a very doting parent and loving husband. He loved his wife dearly, whom passed away early, while giving birth to Rowan. His wife had made him promise to look after their son well before she passed away. Even if without his promise he would pour all…
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Rowan regained consciousness and found himself wrapped in heavy bandages and laid in an adjustable bed. The room he was in was a private ward, clean and quiet, giving his mind a sense of tranquility. It appears he was in a hospital. The military camp near the Great Wall did not have such a facility. There was only a small medical center there to provide emergency first aid such as stitches and bandages to stop the wounded from bleeding. He had most likely been sent back to the Royal hospital in the…
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None of the trio knew but the servant, Sebastian had long since retreated outside the tearoom to continue guard duty. He was currently wiping away sweat from his forehead. The situation inside had abruptly turn intense and he had no idea whether to storm in or not. It was his duty to protect his lord but without his lord's command, he did not know what to do. Sebastian heave a sigh of relief now that situation seemed to have calmed down. 'Ay… who can understand the stress and life, a small…
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At the end of the day, although Leon did not manage to find a mortal-grade pill cauldron, he did managed to secure a business deal and the written contract was signed shortly after. He did not have to concern himself with money and resources in the short term. At least, if he abides by the contract and continue to supply the Cromwell family with Awakening Pills on his end. There are some worries about whether the herbs he is looking for would be available or not. He is after all, in a different world…
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Black Snake Gang's secret headquarters. "Big brother Snake, please avenge this little brother's grievance." The little brother pleaded on his knees. In front of him was a man in his middle ages, standing upright as he listened to his little brother's pleading with a frown. They weren't real blood brothers. 'Brother' was a term commonly used to show ones' closeness to another. For a group of criminals working together, a heavy emphasis is placed upon bonds and loyalty. Whether they are the bigger…
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"Old man, your home is not bad." Leon examined the villa from outside and commented. "Hmph! Only not bad?" The old man was obviously not satisfied with the comment. His family was able to remain wealthy due to their great success in the real estate business. They had the best architects on the job during the villa's construction. To say it was very beautiful and one of the finest homes in the kingdom was not far-fetched. Leon was not trying to look down on the villa, but he had after all, lived in…
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As the guardian kingdom that defends humanity against the invasion of the beast tide, the Crawford Kingdom had enjoyed a yearly tribute of massive fortune from their neighboring kingdoms. The accumulated wealth and centralization of power in the kingdom allowed it to develop rapidly, entering a new era. It's been 500 years since the start of the Human Restoration Era, when hope was restored to humanity after the Great Wall was built. The Great Wall was the symbol of humanity's hope. Year 524 HR, the…
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When people start to become too comfortable after enjoying the kingdom's prosperity over a long passage of time, they begin taking it for granted and start looking for their own interests. They forget the terror that awaits them on the other side of the wall. The kingdom would not be able enjoy prosperity forever. Referring from the records of history, no kingdom had ever been able to endure the test of time and remain standing forever. The Crawford kingdom had already begun to show signs of…
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