Sarah Bennett was slightly taken aback when she heard this.

Always talking about martial masters and grandmasters...

But this was in line with what beginners usually thought.

After all, what they saw were always those standing at the pinnacle of the martial world.

At that, she smiled and said, "Martial cultivation has always been about training through the harshest winters and hottest summers. The hardships are such that very few can persist. For ordinary people, becoming a martial artist is already quite an achievement. Making a career out of it and competing at the provincial or city level is no problem. Martial masters can even establish their own schools. As for grandmasters..."

She paused. "That is a realm that cannot be reached by perseverance alone. Talent, comprehension, determination, and resources—all are indispensable."

"I'm interested."

Ethan said, "Please tell me in detail which martial masters and grandmasters are in Tiannan."

Grace Brooks saw her younger brother and Sarah Bennett chatting so enthusiastically, and a smile appeared on her face as well.

It was worth it to have specially invited this martial arts consultant from a prestigious family.

Especially...

This Consultant Bennett was also quite good-looking.

Although she was a bit older, that wasn't a problem.

Seeing the two of them getting into a lively conversation, she smiled and said, "Brother, aren't you going to invite Consultant Bennett inside to sit?"

"Sorry."

Ethan apologized.

Despite his experience killing people and slaying monsters, at heart he was still someone who strictly observed etiquette.

He made a polite gesture, leading Sarah Bennett and the others into the apartment.

Grace Brooks, who was accompanying them, was secretly delighted to see that Ethan had tacitly accepted her calling him "brother."

"I'm also very interested in the secrets of the martial world. Thanks to Third Young Master Brooks, I can listen in properly this time."

Emily Harris and the others also followed with a smile.

"Hmm?"

As soon as she entered the apartment, Emily Harris smelled a fresh scent lingering in the air.

This scent...

Seemed familiar.

"Please, have a seat wherever you like."

Ethan said, interrupting Emily Harris's thoughts.

"Third Young Master Brooks's lifestyle is really quite simple."

Sarah Bennett was a bit surprised.

Although this apartment was about sixty square meters and nicely decorated, compared to Ethan Brooks's status, it could only be described as "simple and unadorned."

"Just call me by my name."

Ethan said.

But Sarah Bennett naturally wouldn't be so forward.

Unlike Grace Brooks, as a martial master who might one day inherit the assets of Charles Brooks's branch, she dared not underestimate Ethan Brooks in the slightest.

"Since Third Young Master Brooks is interested in the martial arts circle, I'll tell you all about it."

This true disciple of the Zhenwu Sect composed herself and organized her thoughts a bit. "If we're talking about martial masters and grandmasters, we can't avoid mentioning the Ten Tigers of Tiannan and the Three Supremes of the North and South."

To show that she was also interested in Ethan Brooks's hobbies, Grace Brooks immediately said, "I've heard of the Ten Tigers of Tiannan and the Three Supremes of the North and South. Their fame has already spread far and wide, hasn't it? Especially the leader of the Ten Tigers, Richard Knight, who was the overall champion of the last King’s Cup Martial Tournament. In the final match of that grand event, it's said he raked in a hundred million."

"A hundred million!?"

Ethan looked up.

"In fact, he earned a hundred and twenty million from that match."

Sarah Bennett nodded, then said regretfully, "Unfortunately, the leader of the Ten Tigers was killed by a ruthless person. It's a real pity. Otherwise, with his level—already attempting internal training of the organs—it wouldn't have been long before he became a grandmaster."

Chapter 6: Resolution

Ethan couldn't help but show a deeply regretful expression after hearing this.

A hundred and twenty million.

Too hasty.

He hadn't asked at the time.

This scene immediately made Sarah Bennett, as well as Emily Harris and Grace Brooks who were secretly observing him, realize that Ethan...

Was truly interested in the affairs of the martial world.

He could even feel regret for someone he didn't know, just because that person had excelled in the field and passed away.

However, what Emily Harris was secretly paying attention to about Ethan wasn't this, but rather...

Her professional instincts made her feel that something was off about Ethan.

But she couldn't quite put her finger on what was wrong.

So she instinctively observed carefully, not wanting to miss a single detail.

"Among the Ten Tigers of Tiannan, the most prominent are the Seven-Kill Fist King Lie and the Dragon-Slayer Edward Reed. Both have recently risen to fame as top martial masters, with hopes of becoming grandmasters."

Sarah Bennett explained.

"Risen to fame?"

Ethan pressed, "They've been making waves recently?"

"Yes."

Sarah Bennett nodded. "Robert Miller made his name in the underground boxing scene of Nanwan City, winning ten out of ten matches, exuding a murderous aura, and earning the nickname 'Tyrannosaurus'..."

As she spoke, she glanced at Emily Harris.

Mentioning the underground boxing scene in front of Inspector Harris seemed a bit inconsiderate.

But Emily Harris just smiled and said, "As long as it's registered with the Martial Arts Association, if some martial artists insist on competing, the authorities won't interfere too much."

Hearing this, Sarah Bennett continued introducing Edward Reed: "This Dragon-Slayer also remained unknown until he made a stunning debut. Before thirty, he was unremarkable, but after thirty, he achieved great success in martial arts and is known as the top expert in neighboring Shanlong City."