Ethan Makes His Move

Hamilton sensed the attack. But his enemy was so quick that even he didn't have the time to dodge the attack. The enemy was so fast that he could only counter the enemy's attack.

Hamilton quickly turned his hand into a fist. A dark sinister energy manifested around his fists. He then attacked in the direction of his enemy.

But his opponent who has all the time has suddenly changed his direction. He was so agile and quick with his moments, that he disappeared from his original direction. Not even his aura could be sensed by someone as strong as Hamilton with his 9th Level of the Physique Strengthening Stage cultivation.

Before even Hamilton had the time to think about anything, a punch with Pure Nature Energy surrounding the opponent's fist hit Hamilton's back very hard.

"Argh!"

Hamilton who wasn't prepared for this sudden attack was sent back flying. He clashed against the Black Skull. Both Hamilton and the Black Skull were sent flying by the force.

Naturally, this enemy was none other than Ethan Hunt.

As soon as he saw that elder from Dark Grimm Grotto leaving, he felt that this was the right time for him to take action. If that elder comes back, then he won't have this opportunity again. So he attacked Hamilton first without any hesitation.

Hamilton was the strongest one in the group. Dealing with him was the most critical part of his plan. So, as per the System's suggestion, he used Nature's Punch. Nature's Punch is a very pure power of Nature. While Hamilton who cultivates Sin Cultivation Spirit has the opposite power.

Dealing with Hamilton first when he wasn't ready was not only critical but also very effective when Ethan used Nature Punch. Nature is the worst possible opponent against Sin's power. Hence, Ethan used Nature's Punch.

And the results were as Ethan expected. Hamilton with his 9th Level of the Physique Strengthening Stage was sent flying. He even shouted in pain. Nature's Punch has dealt some damage to Hamilton!

But Ethan knew that it didn't kill Hamilton. After all, Hamilton was a 9th Level of Physique Strengthening Stage expert. With Ethan's strength, he can't kill him. But he still managed to reach his initial objective. If he could at least make Hamilton unavailable for some time, then it would be very helpful to rescue the Assassin.

Both Coldstone and Lyth were late to react. Before they could process what happened, Ethan already approached Coldstone, the second strongest person.

But to his luck, both Coldstone and Lyth were standing side by side. So it gave Ethan the chance to deal with them simultaneously.

Ethan gathered Nature's Energy in both hands. He used [Heavenly Steps] to mask his presence and appeared in front of both of them.

When they saw Ethan, both Coldstone and Lyth were stunned. They suddenly snapped back to reality and understood what Hamilton meant earlier.

But they were so shocked that their idol, Hamilton was actually sent flying that, they didn't even come out of it. Before they could process what happened, Ethan was right in front of them.

They didn't even have time to make themselves ready for the battle before Ethan's attack approached them. And just as they were about to prepare their attack, Ethan hit them hard.

This time, Ethan targeted their necks. He was so disgusted with these bastards, he wanted to kill them a thousand times. So, Ethan didn't reserve himself and attacked them.

He targeted their necks. He took advantage of their unpreparedness and attacked their necks.

Crack!

Instantly, their necks cracked and they were dead even before they could process what happened. And then, a System Notification appeared in front of Ethan's face confirming their deaths.

[User killed a monster which has a cultivation base of 7th Level of Physique Strengthening Stage]

[Rewards - System Exp : +205; User Exp : +210; Skill Points : +50; Attribute Points : +50; Golden Points: 10; System Currency: +1500]

...

[User killed a monster which has a cultivation base of 3rd Level of Physique Strengthening Stage]

[Rewards - System Exp : 160; User Exp : 170; Skill Points : +40; Attribute Points : +40; Golden Points: 10; System Currency: +1200]

[User's cultivation leveled up]

[User's cultivation leveled up]

[User's cultivation has risen to 10th Level of Elementary Stage of Nature Cultivation Spirit]

Ethan hit the jackpot by killing two powerful Physique Strengthening Stage experts. Since he used the Nature's Punch from Nature Cultivation Spirit, his Nature Cultivation Spirit Leveled up.

But there was no notification about Hamilton's death proving that Hamilton is not dead yet. So Ethan knew that he had to be careful about Hamilton's sudden appearance.

"Shit! He killed senior brother Coldstone and Senior Brother Lyth! Capture him."

"Someone find and secure Elder Brother Hamilton!"

Ethan heard a voice from within the forest. He knew that this voice was coming from those disciples who were hiding in the forest not far from their location.

Ethan didn't waste time. He achieved his initial step successfully. He rushed towards the Assassin. Since the Black Skull was also sent flying along with Hamilton, the Essence Devouring Formation was no longer active.

The Assassin fell to the ground. He was unconscious. His situation could only be described in one word: Horrible!

Ethan had no time to even take a look. Every second was precious. He approached the Assassin who was on the ground. He lifted him on his shoulder.

"Shit! He is just an Elementary Stage ant!"

One of them shouted and revealed Ethan's Cultivation base.

The other members were speechless for a moment. They had long looked at the Elementary Stage cultivators as ants whom they could crush beneath their legs.

And that very same Elementary Stage Ant sent their Elder Brother Hamilton flying. Moreover, he even killed their Senior Brother Coldstone and Senior Brother Lyth who were at the 7th Stage of the Physique Strengthening Stage and 3rd Level of Physique Strengthening Stage experts with just one punch.

It was quite unbelievable. How could an Elementary Stage cultivator be this strong? But most importantly, who the hell is he?

Those disciples had too many questions. But they don't have any answers. But right now, their priority is to kill the person who suddenly attacked them. He dared to kill people from their Grotto. In the entire Grace Continent, who has the guts to kill their people? He is simply seeking death.

Meanwhile, Ethan took the Assassin and placed him on his shoulder. Just as he was about to escape, he sensed an attack coming from his side.

[Warning! Warning!]

[The User is under attack]

[The User is recommended to use [Heavenly Steps] to escape]

Ethan received confirmation from the System. He immediately used the [Heavenly Steps] and escaped. As soon as he escaped, the place he was previously standing was pierced with an Arrow attack. As soon as the arrow made contact with the empty ground, an explosion took place within a 50m radius. Everything within a 50m radius was completely wiped out.

Ethan used the [Heavenly Steps] and within no time, he appeared behind that attacker. As for the attacker, he didn't have the slightest idea when exactly Ethan appeared behind him.

Well, it wasn't his fault. This is the unique ability of the [Heavenly Steps]. The [Heavenly Steps] not only increase a person's movement speed, it will also mask the user's presence. This is also the reason why someone like Hamilton failed to immediately notice Ethan's presence.