Chapter 2169

The betting seemed to show a distinct inclination toward Riley, who picked up on what was happening and glanced condescendingly at Severin. "I'll spare you from further suffering if you concede defeat." Severin snickered to himself and found it rather amusing that Riley would even entertain the notion of assuming that he would just concede defeat like that. The practice of striving for attainment was essentially an exercise in challenging the laws of heaven. One could only reach the peak of one's ability by undergoing countless challenges, and whether or not the elders held him in high regard was immaterial to him. "I'll take my chances," Severin replied. He gazed intently at Riley, perceiving the latter's oppressive aura. Spiritual power circulated within Riley's body, whose muscles had tightened in anticipation. Riley's face soured and he yelled. "Hmph! You don't know what's good for you!" A sinister smile appeared on Riley's face, followed by a resounding surge in aura. A hewing