Life After Prison by Silencieux novel Chapter 2158

After taking in a deep breath to quell his frustration, Spencer said to his subordinate, "Gather a few sharp-eyed people and tell them to keep watch near Pearl Light Isle. If anything happens, relay the news to me at soon as you can!"

"Yes, sir!" the subordinate replied. He immediately turned around and left to do as Spencer told.

Long after the subordinate had left, Spencer shifted his focus after gazing into the distance. His expression changed gradually, and a hint of murderous intent began to creep in. "Tch. Making a breakthrough to royal paragon means nothing. I'm now peak-stage level one paragon. I'll be the one the next sect leader!"

Spencer was aware of his limitations and was thus aware of his inferiority to Karl. Though he regarded Karl as a competitor, he knew that securing a win against Karl in the tournament was simply too big a challenge. Several factors were at play that led Spencer to feel much less confident, and that included Karl's background numerous trump cards.

Settling for second place was a reasonable compromise, yet Severin's sudden ascent disrupted his plan, making him wary of what might lie in store when facing Severin. Riley, who ranking third among the core disciples, was some cause of concern for Spencer, but Spencer deemed him slightly inferior to Severin. News of Severin's feats against Uzair and Sian during the excursion into Wildfire's ruins only heightened Spencer's awareness of Severin's strength.