Though somewhat shocked, most were merely surprised. After all, they were familiar with Adrian's reputation. However, they quickly regained their senses.

"Absurd. You expect us to believe this is Adrian Xander?"

"Exactly. It's inconceivable for someone like Mr. Adrian to be here."

"Indeed. You'd do well to drop the act. Hahaha!"

The surrounding onlookers showed no inclination to believe in Toval.

"Step aside. Those who get in my way will meet their end," Adrian warned in a chilling tone. He then released a compelling aura, but the people before him regarded his actions as inconsequential.

Boom!

Adrian ceased bothering with words and simply unleashed a surge of Vital Energy, and it hurtled toward the opposition like crashing waves. In an instant, the group was forced backward, face-first on the ground. As they glanced back up at Adrian, they looked stunned.

"You... You..."

Despite being sprawled on the ground, there was no hint of weakness in their expressions. Each of them sti