Strongest Mage with the Lust system

Chapter 764  Shock

BANG!

Everyone expected her punch to blow a large hole in Maxʼs chest, or at least send him flying back, but when the punch landed on his chest, a loud bang echoed in the hall, and though Maxʼs body shook and the chest part of his robe disintegrated, he stood still, seemingly having suffered no damage.

Everyone looked at him in shock and disbelief, especially Zenovia, who staggered on her feet, ”You… This… How is this possible?”

Maxʼs lips curled up in a small, satisfied smile as he looked down at his chest and only saw the red mark.

ʼStrong indeed.ʼ He thought, gulping down the blood that had come up to his throat. Though he stayed unmoved and didnʼt seem to have any external injury, the force behind her punch had shaken up his internal organs. But they were just shaken up and did not get injured—the reason behind his satisfaction.

However, he could tell if this punch was a little stronger, it would have exceeded the limits of his physical defense and the story would have been different.

”Everythingʼs possible.” He grinned at her before shooting the distant Oliver, who was gawking at him in disbelief, an indifferent glance. Then, he stepped forward.

Immediately, Zenovia went into fighting mode while Oliver recovered from his shock and became excited.

ʼOnce you attack her, then no matter how strong you are, you will be doomed.ʼ He thought, a sinister glint flashing in his eyes. But to his, Zenoviaʼs, and everyone elseʼs surprise, he sidestepped her and continued walking out.

Immediately, Zenovia understood he had realized what she wanted to do. Gritting her teeth, she turned around and threw a punch at his back.

Swoosh!

This time, Max moved to the side and easily dodged it.

Zenovia was once again surprised. She could see he hadnʼt used any movement technique just now and had only relied on his natural reaction speed, something shocking given he was just a… ʼWait! He is a high-stage Four Star mage now?!ʼ She thought. She had realized this fact before too, and this only confirmed that… Her family had made a big mistake by becoming his enemy. Unfortunately, it was too late now. There was no chance of reconciliation between them. This was why, when Oliver approached them, she didnʼt hesitate to agree with his plan, even though she might suffer a very harsh punishment for it. But if he died, at least her family would be safe. Of course, this wasnʼt the only reason why she didnʼt hesitate. The other reason was that Oliver had promised her that his father would do his best to not punish her too severely, and even if things went out of his control and she was crippled or even killed, they would ensure the safety of her family.

Suppressing her shock, she was about to attack again when Max spoke up, his voice booming throughout the tranference hall and even the corridor outside.

”Sir Emperors, this madwoman has attacked me two times already. May I ask why none of you are stopping her? Or could it be that you want me to fight back?”

Saying this, his expression became cold, ”If thatʼs the case, I wouldnʼt mind doing as you wish. If she isnʼt stopped within the next three seconds, Iʼll attack, and I hope I wonʼt be punished for breaking the rules then.”

As he said this, he felt incredibly irritated inside. He didnʼt like the fact he was being so cautious.

Zenoviaʼs and Oliverʼs expressions fell when they heard him. Oliver then quickly shot her a glance, which prompted her to activate her movement technique to make sure he wouldnʼt be able to dodge her this time and attack him.

However…

Thud!

She had taken her first step when an overwhelming force pressed down upon her, stopping her in her tracks and forcing her to her knees—an emperor had taken action.

Shua!

Max smiled when he saw it was Wyomin, knowing Julius wouldnʼt appear now. What would he do by showing himself, defend Zenovia? He would be a fool to do so.

It should not be forgotten that even though he belonged to one of the strongest forces, there were other forces, as strong as his, present in the war temple. This meant he couldnʼt act however he wanted.

Wyomin didnʼt waste time and directly announced, ”For blatantly breaking the war temple rule, she is sentenced to death.”

Saying this, she raised her hand, about to kill her when a voice sounded.

”Please wait!”

”Hmm?” Wyomin frowned but stopped while other people present looked curiously at the person who just spoken—Max.

”What is it?” She asked, her tone indifferent.

Max lightly bowed toward her as a sign of respect before saying, ”Lady Wyomin, can you please allow me to kill her myself?”

”Oh? You want to fight her?” Wyomin raised her brows.

To this, Max shook his head, ”Of course not. I want you to keep pressing her down so she canʼt retaliate, and Iʼll behead her.”

Everyone looked at him in surprise and in awe of his guts. Some even started chuckling among themselves.

Wyominʼs expression turned cold, and she flatly refused, ”I canʼt allow that.”

Saying this, she pressed her palm down, and Zenovia turned into a mess of flesh and blood.

Shua!

She then disappeared without as much as giving Max a second glance.

Swoosh!

Immediately, a lady in a faded green dress with a golden emblem, ʼWarʼ character etched on it, pinned on her chest, appeared and waved her hand. A wave of her mana swept Zenoviaʼs remains, which she stored in her spatial ring, and she shot Max a curious glance before retreating from the hall.

…

Seeing how things had turned around, Oliverʼs expression was as dark as it could get. When he saw Max walking in his direction, he had the urge to leave, not wanting to face him. But knowing it would appear as though he was afraid of him, which, albeit true, he didnʼt want anyone to find out. So, he stayed in place, glaring at him. His fellow disciples, knowing his enmity with Max, also glared at him with hostile looks on their faces.

Max was expressionless. He continued walking and only stopped when there was just a meterʼs gap between him and Oliver.

”You know…”