The whispers spread among the elite gathered in the hall.

Kailen was not the only one who was being talked about.

" I know this guy Micheal James. They are calling him the FlashFang. He's a student the Cornelia Empire Academy, the empire that borders the Astral Empire to the West."

" What, really?"

" Yeah. I'm a senior year student there. I was able to attend this gathering because my father knows Ross Kadmen.

This guy nailed the academy entrance exams. He's the third strongest first year there, according to the results of the entrance exams. Although from what he displayed in the entrance exams, it seemed like he didn't even go all out.

His control over lightning is exceptional. This Kailen Darkhaven is really surrounded by monsters!"

Kailen was not really surprised about their feats on hearing the whispers from the crowd.

Though he had acted surprised when they had told him about their experiences when they met earlier today in his villa in the virtual universe, he had been observing them occasionally through the eyes of his shadow creatures, so he was not even surprised when he heard it.

But he was proud of them.

As for Angela, Lee and the others, the crowd didn't say much about them.

Lee and Angela for instance had just become rogue mercenaries and had not yet made a name for themselves to warrant the attention of these people.

Also, Donalds and Borngreat had just joined the military of the Uzumaki empire and were mere privates at the Frontlines. They had yet to receive an opportunity to shine and make names for themselves, so it was normal that they were not in the spotlight like the youngsters.

But the fact that they were associated with Kailen Darkhaven was enough to make the crowd extremely curious about them.

The same applied for Helena Hall.

Her role in the titanium research institute was undeniably high.

However, the research project she was engaged in was yet to shine, so she was not yet in the spotlight.

But that didn't mean the occasional glances were not directed towards her.

Of course, had these people received any news that she was connected to the Titanium research institute, a research institute that was the dream of many researchers and academicians, and that she had the secret sponsorship of the Atrexia Conglomerate for her research, they would have been shocked.

Reynolds, Kim, Troy, Denisa and Jane received curious reactions too.

Also, no one dared look down on Phila, Phoebe and little Feli.

There was no cliche nonsense like some arrogant young/old master or mistress approaching them with yells and spittle flying all over that they were unawakeners and therefore, they were unworthy to be at this gathering.

In fact, even if there were people like that, everyone knew Kailen Darkhaven's status in the empire, and had seen how ruthless he could be towards those who targeted people close to him.

They wouldn't try something stupid.

Plus, he was someone that the mysterious Ross Kadmen, the Long Hai training Hall, Alchemy Association, the Atrexians and the Runesmith Association valued.

Who in their right minds would dare offend someone like that?

As for Lian Yu and the others, they had been equally shocked when they got to know about the feats of Kailen's woman and friends earlier when they met.

These guys were the real deal.

Lian and Yu and the leaders of the Sword Tribunal Society, alongside Zarek also had their fair share of discussions concerning them spreading throughout the hall.

It was whispers concerning their feats in the society wars.

" Looks like you guys are stealing the show."

Kailen couldn't help but comment.

" Look who's talking," Charles replied.

Before the audience could chatter further on Kailen's group, Old Ha, Jackson, Cyco, Nuel, Bianca, who was seated somewhere at a table, gestured for them to come over.

" Looking sharp kid."

" I don't think you are the fashion type. So how's this possible?"

" Yeah this must be the work of this beautiful lady here."

" Yeah, she's the mastermind behind my look. Anyway guys, meet each other. I'm not really good at this introduction thing so the balls are in your courts."

At these words, everyone went ahead and greeted one another.

Bianca for instance, was acting more like an intrigued mother in law when she saw Arrie.

Everyone could hear her whisper stuff like I have heard so much about you and so on to Arrie.

Quickly, she pulled the young lady to the side with an excited expression to have some sort of enthusiastic conversation with her.

After the group got pretty much acquainted with one another, and hearty conversations flowed amongst them, several big shots came to socialise with Kailen and the others.

However, this was interrupted by the introduction of a group of people who had stepped into the hall.

" Elder Calma Smith of the Long Hai training hall and her subjects have arrived!"

" The president of the Atrexia Conglomerate, Caelthas Atrexia has arrived!"

" The president of the Ashton Conglomerate, Nick and Shawn Ashton have arrived!"

The moment Esimo saw his parents, he went towards them to give them a warm hug.

" Looking sharp son."

" No doubt."

" Thanks pops."

" Thanks mom."

Zarek and Everlong did the same, moving towards their father to give him a warm hug.

" So you did not bring a date huh. Hehe. Looking good though son. Im sure you will leave here with a couple of numbers from the ladies."

" Thanks old man."

" Sure sure. As beautiful as always, my little doll."

" Such a sweet talker, old man."

" Hehe, come come, greet Nick and Shawn."

" Hello Sir, Hello Ma'am."

" If it isn't Zarek and Everlong— our daughter in law."

" Mom, stop that.. she doesn't feel comfortable with those kind of stuff."

" Oh stop it, Esimo, if there is anyone here who's shy it's you."

" Ahem, let's meet the friends of our children."

At Caelthas' suggestion, the playful banter ceased, as they approached Kailen and company.

" The Atrexia and Ashton juggernauts, it's the first time I'm seeing them in person."

" Caelthas broke through to the rank 7 intermediate stage galactic level ten years ago."

" He's not only a business tycoon, but a genius awakener."

" Ever since he took over the Atrexia Conglomerate, the business of the family has soared exponentially."

" Nick and Shawn cannot be overlooked too. These two are the brains behind most of the weapons used at the Frontlines and also by awakened in the empire. These legends deserve their respect."

" That's right. Even though they lost their daughter at the hands of Kailen Darkhaven, they were mature and wise enough to not pursue revenge.

Because they knew she brought her death on herself. Not all parents can be this open minded."

" Also, they most likely considered the position of their son in this kind of situation. It takes wisdom and serious self control and self restraint to be open minded about the situation of their daughter dying because she targeted her brother, and with her death sentence being carried by the friend of her brother. I have to say I've really come to respect them."

" They are not blacksmiths for no reason. They are calm, collected and have strong wills."

" But why can't anyone see through their cultivation rank?"

" Oh they have always been like that."

" These two prefer keeping a low profile for some reason."

Ignoring the chatters, they finally arrived at where Kailen and the others were gathered.

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