Chapter 692: A Powerful Man
Tina looked at her with an expression that said she was looking at a fool.
"You've escaped from me so many times; if I don't take precautions, how can I let you run away again? I have an image of genius to maintain." Dorothy Russell was speechless.
Tina stood up and walked over to Dorothy Russell, looking down at her from above.
"It seems you have nothing to ask, and you're not planning to answer my questions either. So, you might as well leave!"
Dorothy Russell's gaze instinctively drifted towards the window. Outside, everything was still, not a sound to be heard.
It seemed that no one was coming to save her.
This time, she couldn't escape her fate.
With this thought, she gave Tina a sinister smile.
"I admit you're formidable, but I haven't lived these ninety years in vain, Tina. It's not just you who knows about poison..."
As she spoke, she began to muster her internal energy, but in the next second, her expression froze.
What was happening?
Why couldn't she use her internal energy?
Tina watched her shocked face, her lips curling slightly.
"We've fought so many times, and I really admired you at first. You were the first person who made me fail many times. But how come you're getting more foolish?"
Dorothy Russell had a bad feeling. She gritted her teeth and looked at Tina.
"What do you mean?"
Tina, with her hands in her pockets, looked at her like a queen.
"Why do you think I went through all this trouble to catch you?"
Dorothy Russell continued to stare at her, silent.
Tina explained patiently, "Of course, it's to prevent any possible escape attempts and even suicide! Did you think you could use your internal energy to detonate the bomb inside you and die together with us? Sorry, I'm still young, and I haven't had a proper chance to enjoy a world of two with my Uncle. I don't plan to die so young."
"So, when I entered, I not only drugged you but also used silver needles to seal your internal energy."
Nathan was silent.
Hayden was silent.
They were always showing off their love.
Dorothy Russell said incredulously, "Impossible, you're not from the hidden family, you don't even have internal energy, how could you seal mine without me noticing?"
If Tina had drugged her, she might not have noticed, given Tina's superior medical skills. Although Dorothy was not far behind, Tina's skills were indeed more profound and elusive.
But Dorothy couldn't believe that Tina could seal her internal energy.
She had lived many years, supported by her internal energy. Even someone from the hidden family might not be able to seal her internal energy.
Tina laughed.
"I'm not talented, but during the ten years at Serenity Ridge, I stole a secret manual from my master. Fortunately, that book taught about internal energy, and it was not bad. At least, it was more than enough to use silver needles to seal your internal energy."
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The manual was written in the special script of the hidden family, which she couldn't understand.
Luckily, the book had illustrations. At that time, she learned everything she could from it, eager to explore something new that she had never encountered before.
The illustrations in the book were intriguing, like those in a cultivation manual. She once asked Master Tam what the book was, and he only said it was a useless book. Despite her threats and bribes, he wouldn't tell the truth. Eventually, she simply stole it and taught herself.
However, learning internal energy had to be done step by step, following the proper methods. She only looked at the illustrations and didn't know how to apply them, almost leading to disaster.
When she awoke, it was inside an ice cave. She vividly remembered it was the first time her master had scolded her-for a full five hours. Yet, stubborn to the core, she insisted on learning. With no other choice, her master translated the book for her and personally guided her practice. However, before encountering the hidden family, her internal energy was of no use, and she never utilized it. Now, to capture Dorothy Russell, she had to use it.
"You actually have internal energy," Dorothy Russell said, shock written all over her face. She had never anticipated that Tina would possess internal energy, nor had she detected it. It was well-known that those with internal energy could sense each other's presence and even discern if another's energy surpassed their own. Yet, she had sensed nothing from Tina.
"A genius, nothing is impossible," Tina said slowly.
Dorothy Russell, "..."
Jared, "..."
Hayden, "..."
Nathan, "..."
At this point, Dorothy Russell realized she could no longer determine her own fate. Her eyelids drooped as she slowly admitted, "I lost!"
Tina smiled and then turned to Nathan, "Take her away!"
Nathan nodded, "Yes."
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He, along with Hayden and others, secured Dorothy Russell, preparing to lead her away. Suddenly, a formidable aura swept through the air, instantly robbing everyone of their senses. Tina and Jared's faces changed as they immediately shouted, "Hold your breath!"
Everyone complied.
As soon as Tina finished speaking, a figure rushed towards Dorothy Russell. Tina and Jared immediately attacked the person. However, before they could make contact, the assailant swung a palm, and Tina and Jared felt an invisible force assault them-like a massive mountain slamming into their hearts.
"Thud!"
Tina and Jared fell to the ground, coughing up blood.
"Mr. Farrell! Ma'am!"
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"Serena!"
"Young Master!"
Nathan, Hayden, and the brothers from Serenity Ridge cried out in unison, their faces dripping with sweat. They were paralyzed! In that moment, except for Tina and Jared, everyone was immobilized, including now. They wanted to check on Tina and Jared, but their feet were as heavy as lead, unable to move.
Jared, clutching his chest with one hand and supporting Tina with the other, asked, "Tina, how are you?"
Tina wiped the blood from her lips, "I'm fine."
But she wasn't fine at all! That single palm strike from the assailant, without even making direct contact, had seemingly shattered her internal organs. This person was incredibly powerful!
She looked up at him. The man, holding Dorothy Russell with one hand, said coldly, "Child's play!" He wore a demonic mask, which obscured his entire face, leaving no trace of his features visible. His aura was that of a powerful being, capable of sending them all to meet the king of hell with a mere gesture.
It seemed he did not wish to take their lives, only taking Dorothy Russell with him. After he left, the others regained their ability to move.
"I'll go after him!" Nathan immediately set off in pursuit.
They had planned for so long, and just when Dorothy Russell had no escape, she was rescued. Nathan was not willing to let go. Even if it meant death, he was determined to capture Dorothy Russell.