Apocalypse Regression's

Pain Takes Change (II)

One week later, at the Spirit of Fire headquarters.

In the middle of the spacious courtyard, Evans stood quietly. The clenched right hand was covered with blood. In front of him, was the figure of Paul lying unconscious. Both had a duel, and the result ... Evans won the duel.

Around the courtyard, many people came to watch the fun. They thought that the handsome young man would be severely beaten by Paul. But the results really surprised them.

“Wow! Look that! He really beat Paul!”

“Hey, isn't he Evans the all-rounder? Since when was he that strong?”

“I heard he was captured by Crux of Shadow.”

“I even heard the news that he was dead.”

“...”

Many people spoke with passion. They stared at Evans with expressions of admiration, envy, and jealousy. Not just handsome, the young man was really quite smart. Plus the power shown now, Evans' influence will be higher than before.

Brian's figure walked out of the crowd. Up next to Evans, he patted the young man on the shoulder as he said.

“I didn't expect you to be this strong, man.”

Hearing that, Evans' previously serious-looking expression relaxed again. He looked at Brian and replied.

“I used to be too lulled and underworked. Thanks for your help, Brian.”

In this one week, Evans went through a lot of changes. In addition to practicing archery and some skills from Brian, he also trained his physique. He also went out twice to hunt. But it was a pity because he still could not break through the shackles to ascend to level two.

In this fight, Evans was still holding back. He really did not expect that the once strong Paul was so weak. Although the young man did not know whether the Crux of Shadow's upgrade was the same as his, but it was clear that they were also very powerful. At least several times stronger than him. That way, Evans was very confident that the possibility that the Spirit of Fire could turn things around was really small. Very small, even less than one percent.

‘I need to get stronger! Stronger than this!’

Thinking that, Evans took a deep breath. He shook his head. The young man then looked at his best friend with a smile on his face and said.

“Come back.”

“Good!”

By the time the two of them left, not only were the spectators surrounding the courtyard, but there were also some important figures standing within the building to look at them.

On the third floor of the building leading to the courtyard, the figure of a middle-aged man stood with two hands behind his back. Behind him, there appeared a figure of a beautiful girl with less than twenty years of age.

“Did he betray us, Father?” ask the girl.

“Outside, you should call me chairman. And, no. .. he didn't betray us at all. The hatred directed towards the Crux of Shadow was simply unable to cover up. That young man obviously hates Crux of Shadow, probably more than us.”

“Then what about its power? Its growth after returning is too striking.”

“Maybe he had his own adventure.”

At that moment, a stocky and short middle-aged male figure came forward and said respectfully.

“How about we ask, or maybe force him to reveal how he got that power, Chairman?”

“Although the possibility is high if he has special powers, but it is not certain. Evans may have experienced a period of growth after being tortured by the Crux of Shadow and betrayed. Such painful things can make a man develop faster.”

“But the Chairman-“

Even if we threaten him with his best friend, the chances of succeeding are smaller. If until he escaped and had a grudge against the Spirit of Fire, it would become even more troublesome! Facing a group of madmen in one sect was already a headache! I absolutely do not want to add a crazy and bloodthirsty young man in the list of enemies!”

“...”

Hearing the chief's clasping, the short middle-aged man shrank his neck. He did not dare to oppose the man at all. After all, despite looking gentle on the outside, the leader of the Spirit of Fire group was an extremely powerful ex-soldier. Not really an opponent for ordinary people!

Meanwhile, Evans, who had just returned to Brian's room, was stopped in the middle of the road by a figure blocking his path.

“I really didn't expect you to be back, Evans! Why don't you see me right away after you get back? You don't even go to your own room. Don't you miss me?”

In front of Evans, there was a beautiful girl figure who said to him with a haru expression and teary eyes. Beatrice, Evans' ex-girlfriend.

“Evans-“

“Diam.” Evans interrupted immediately with a cold expression.

“Why? Why are you changing so much? What are those ruthless people from the Crux of Shadow doing to you? You really worry me, Evans.”

Beatrice said with a worried tone. The girl was about to hug the young man in front of her, but Evans himself directly avoided her. He then slapped the girl casually, but made her instantly fall to the floor.

“What? Why are you so rude, Evans? Are you-“

“Don't think I don't know what you're doing behind my back, Beatrice. I don't want to talk about it anymore. Our relationship is over. So you better leave before I do something more cruel.” Evans' eyes flashed coldly.

With teary eyes, Beatrice said with a sob.

“Evans. You ... Why did you leave me after everything we've been through? You're really irresponsible after doing all that? You are so cruel! You-“

“Silence, Crazy Woman! Stop pretending to be a victim to attract people's sympathy. If you want to do so, just leave the Spirit of Fire! Here, who does not recognize your rotten nature?! I wonder why people like you are still alive! Just get your Paul beaten up by that black and blue Evans!”

Not Evans, but Brian who was behind him immediately interrupted Beatrice. He had not liked the girl for a long time. If it wasn't for Evans, he'd have kicked him into a zombie horde a long time ago. Brian clearly hates the girl who has played and hurt his best friend's feelings.

Not just Beatrice, Evans stared at Brian with a surprised look on his face. Not at all expecting that his usually reckless best friend could get so angry. It definitely makes Evans feel better, because he's not alone and there are still people who care.

***

While at the Spirit of Fire headquarters became hotter due to Evans' change, there was another event that would stir the entire city. Making the city almost quiet become chaotic again.

On the outskirts of the city, twenty-four black-robed and masked figures appeared. They were all stopped there, staring towards the city in silence.

“At the end we arrive at the destination!”

Leon scratched the back of his head with a tired expression. Not because of fighting, but life in the wilderness really made him feel somewhat depressed. You could say, such a style simply did not fit him.

“Now ... what should we do, Chairman?” ask Leon.

The moment the question came out of Leon's mouth, everyone immediately turned their eyes towards Ark.

Sensing the gazes of the people directed at him, Ark was still calm. With an indifferent expression behind his mask, the young man said.

“Move according to plan.”

>> Connect.