Chapter 287
Jonathan and Beatrix chatted for a while. Although Beatrix gave off an aloof impression, she was an
interesting person. She would continue the conversation every time Jonathan brought up a new topic
instead of acting high and mighty.
Soon, after the masters paid their respect to the Divine Emperor, it was Jonathan''s and the other
second-generation inner disciples'' turn to meet the Divine Emperor.
The masters were chatting happily among themselves as they exited Olympus.
The disciples bowed before the masters immediately. “Greetings, masters!”
Jonathan and Beatrix followed. At the same time, Jonathan heard someone whispering among them.
“Look! The young man dressed in the white robe is Edward Weiss, who has just been promoted to
master.”
Jonathan nced toward the masters and spotted Edward instantly.
Thetter was the youngest-looking person out of all the masters. He looked like he was in his
twenties.
However, as much as he was older than he looked, he was still the youngest among the rest of the
masters. Edward''s cold and handsome face gave him a solemn and dignified aura.
Edward became famous at a young age because he was the leader of Strikezone Martial Arts.
Besides, he attained great wealth and exceptional martial arts skills. Even the country was impressed
by him.
As a man of power, there was something very stately about him.
Now that he had be one of the masters in Divine Realm, his prestige increased.
Not to mention that Oswald''s power was boosted with the addition of Edward to his faction.
ncing at Edward, Jonathan felt his heart skip a beat.
Odd enough, Edward had a feeling that someone was observing him. He immediately turned and
looked in Jonathan''s direction.
Jonathan avoided Edward''s gaze instinctively.
However, he regretted it the next second.
F*ck! Why am I acting like a coward?
When Jonathan raised his head again, the masters, including Edward, had already left.
Jonathan''s heart sank.
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How can I ever deal with someone as powerful as Edward?
Perhaps he doesn''t hold a grudge against me. But what if he does?
Jonathan did not like the feeling that his fate was not under his control.
“You don''t have to be afraid of Edward. With Master and I around, he won''t dare to do anything rash.”
Jonathan was touched. “Thank you, Beatrix!”
To that, Beatrix nodded in response and said nothing.
A ceremony was held for Edward''s promotion at Divine Realm in the afternoon.
All masters and first and second-generation inner disciples, as well as Gold disciples, were allowed to
attend the ceremony.
Besides, the elders from the enforcers'' department, the alchemy department, and The Inquisition
came.
Champagne, wine, and other delicacies were already served in Grand Hall upon arrival, which made
the ceremony seem more like a banquet.
The disciples waited below respectfully as the masters and elders took their seats.
Jonathan observed them quietly. Each of the elders was an individual of merit.
The power of Divine Realm is truly scary!
Furthermore, he knew that some of the exceptional disciples did not attend the ceremony because they
were out traveling, and some of the elders were absent because they were in solitary training.
Meanwhile, Edward emitted a cold and intimidating aura as he stood on the stage calmly. It was as if
he was sending off the message that he would not bow to anyone easily.
Oswald smiled as he faced the crowd. “Today is a day worth celebrating in Divine Realm because a
new master has arisen from our inner disciples. It is none other than Edward Weiss. Let''s wee
him!”
Everyone apuded.
Edward thanked the crowd emotionlessly.
Oswald turned back to Edward and continued, “Edward, on behalf of the masters, I award you this
Golden Token! This is the symbol of you and the inner disciples. From now onwards, every inner
disciple in Divine Realm will have to address you as ''master.'' If anyone disobeys, you have the right to
send them to The Inquisition.”
After Oswald finished his speech, he handed Edward the symbolic Golden Token.
Edward received the Golden Token with both hands. “Thank you, Oswald!”
Smilingly, Oswald continued, “I have discussed with the elders, and we decided to let Edward be in
charge of the discipline in Divine Realm. Is everyone in favor of this arrangement?”
The question was intended for the first-generation inner disciples.
However, a master named Scott Bet scoffed, “Discipline? Have I heard wrongly? Divine Realm is
not a military camp nor a primary school. Do you want us to follow the rules like we''re back in school,
Oswald?”
The way Scott put it was hrious. Some of the inner disciples had to stifle augh.
However, Oswald replied in a serious tone, “The rules in Divine Realm are too loose. It is undeniable
that we have done well without setting up rules in the past, but we have to reconfigure as time
changes! From today onward, Edward will abide by the eight rules of Divine Realm seriously and set up
new rules for the disciples.”
Since Gideon was on the same side as Oswald, he immediately chimed in, “I agree with Oswald''s
decision.”
ncing at Richard, Oswald asked, “What do you think, Richard?”
“Since you have decided, why bother asking me?” Richard retorted indifferently.
Oswald smirked. “All right then. This is settled.” Then he said, “Edward, you can discuss with the
administration department and the logistics department to build your department. You can also bring in
any talents you require. Now, you have the power to take in six second-generation inner disciples as
well.”
“Yes, Oswald!” Edward responded respectfully.
The banquet started officially after the arrangement was settled.
As Richard stormed out of Grand Hall with a furious expression on his face, Jonathan and Beatrix
immediately followed him out.
Jonathan knew that Richard was upset because it was evident that Oswald was using Edward to
bnce the power among the factions. He knew that Edward''s power and influence were growing, and
it would be a problem for him to be in charge of discipline.
It was hard to pinpoint a standard for discipline. If Edward wanted to, he could easily pin fault on
anyone.
Jonathan and Beatrix followed Richard back to Chard Hall.
The moment Richard sat down, he mmed his fist on the table, sending pieces of it flying across the
hall.
It was rare to see Richard lose his cool because he was always gentle and calm.
“Master, please calm down!” Jonathan and Beatrix advised.
Richard was fuming with anger, but he calmed down quickly after a while. “When Lance and the others
were around, it was always peaceful. Everyone was focused on practicing Destino arts. There was no
such scheming!” Richard said coldly.
After pausing for a while, he continued, “Even though Lance, Tristan, and Magnus weren''t on good
terms with each other, they didn''t bother to stir up factional because they were more focused on the
greater good. However, all that Oswald has done is despicable and dirty. He has caused chaos in
Divine Realm, and now he wants Edward to be in charge of discipline? What does he take Divine
Realm for?”
Jonathan felt discouraged because he knew that he could notpete with Edward.
Even if Edward couldn''t mess with Richard, he was in charge of discipline and could cause trouble for
Jonathan in Divine Realm.
“Master, although Edward is in charge of discipline, he won''t dare to meddle with our business, will
he?”
“Edward is afraid of nothing!” Richard said solemnly, “I can feel his arrogance ever since he became
famous at a young age. I can''t believe that Oswald is stupid enough to help Edward. I bet that Edward
will ignore Oswald once he gets what he wants in the future.”
“If that''s the case, why are you angry, Master? Isn''t it better to let Oswald reap what he sowed?” Beatrix
asked.
Richard sighed. “Chaos!”
Jonathan and Beatrix exchanged nces. It took them a while to understand the reason Richard was
angry.
Richard was angry and heartbroken that Oswald caused chaos in Divine Realm.
The two disciples didn''t know what to say.
“Master...” Jonathan began carefully, “Does this mean we don''t have to give Edward the Longevity
Pill?”
He really didn''t want to hand over the pill to Edward.
Richard looked at Jonathan and said, “I''m most worried about you, Jonathan. You''re carefree and
unrestrained by rules. Given that you and Edward had grudges in the past, it will be terrible to think of
the consequences if he finds your weakness. Therefore, you must still give him the Longevity Pill since
it is precious to him. Oswald is petty. He won''t be able to bring himself to give Edward the Heaven Pill.
You should go today!”
“Yes, Master.” Although Jonathan was reluctant, he agreed to Richard''s n.
This is humiliating!
“I''ll apany Jonathan, Master,” Beatrix said.
“No!” Richard replied, “Edward will not ept it if you go together. Now that he''s in charge of discipline,
he will not allow himself to be gotten hold of by others.”
“All right then,” Beatrix replied.
Edward had already set up his ce in Divine Realm, which was named Dragon Hall.
When the night came, Beatrix and Jonathan arrived outside Dragon Hall.
The indoors of Dragon Hall were illuminated brightly. Security guards were patrolling the door.
A beautiful yard could be seen from outside.
“I''ll wait for you outside, Jonathan,” Beatrix said to him gently.
Beatrix was rarely gentle to people except for Jonathan because she cared for him. Besides, she knew
that what Jonathan was going to do was hard for him because of his unyielding character.
Jonathan nodded. Gritting his teeth, he went over to the two security guards and said, “Please inform
Master Edward of this. Tell him that Jonathan from Chard Hall is here to see him!”
Not daring to offend Jonathan, the security guards replied, “Okay, please wait for a moment!”