Chapter 9: A Vow of Retribution

Upon their arrival at the martial alliance headquarters, Leo and Shin wasted no time and headed straight to see the gravely injured Beast King. There, they found him sitting alone, wrapped in bandages, and missing an arm. With a heavy heart, Beast King recounted the treacherous ambush by his personal disciple, Beast Crane, who, consumed by jealousy, had defected to the White Flame Demon Cult.

In a solemn conversation, Beast King entrusted Leo with a crucial task — to take care of the traitorous Beast Crane and bring his other disciple, Beast Tiger, the one Beast King had favored, along to seek vengeance. Despite his own injuries, Beast King's determination burned brightly as he passed the mantle to Leo.

Returning to the Li family residence, Leo gathered the disciples and elders, preparing for a journey to the war-torn north. However, Shai, now pregnant, and Hyakin, handling Li family matters, opted to stay behind. The trio of Leo, Shin, and Beast King's second disciple, Beast Tiger, embarked on a perilous journey towards the heart of the conflict.

As they arrived in the north, the scars of war were evident. Leo led his forces against the White Flame Demon Cult, facing fierce opposition. Amidst the chaos, a formidable high-ranking member of the cult emerged, posing a significant challenge. Simultaneously, Beast Crane, the former disciple of Beast King, confronted his successor, Beast Tiger, in a clash of loyalty and betrayal.

While Shin led the Li family disciples and elders in the broader war, Leo engaged in a fierce one-on-one battle with the powerful demon. The outcome of this confrontation would not only determine the fate of the Li family but also fulfill the Beast King's plea for retribution and justice.