Sebastian fell silent. He couldn't deny that Kaitlyn's beauty stirred something in him. After all, any man would be moved by her charm.
But he was already involved with Lillian, Lana, and Esme. Plus, he had unresolved issues with Fressia. Right now, he didn't want to complicate his life further by pursuing more relationships.
Besides, Kaitlyn was from Coreland, and he was going to leave soon. He couldn't offer her any promises.
Kaitlyn noticed Sebastian's reluctance to commit, which disappointed her. "Don't worry, I won't cling to you. But I do have one question. I hope you'll answer it honestly," she said.
"Ask away," he replied.
"How old are you this year?" she inquired.
"Why do you want to know?" Sebastian asked, puzzled.
Kaitlyn smiled bitterly. "You're my first man. I need to know if you're young or old."
"And if I were old?" he asked.
"It wouldn't matter." She realized it was pointless to dwell on the past.
"I was about the same age as you ten years ago," Sebastian said, then turned and walked away.
Kaitlyn was stunned. She had assumed that someone as powerful as Sebastian had to be in his 70s. Yet, she was surprised to learn that he was only ten years older than her.
But how could he be so strong? Even if he had started training from birth, it seemed unlikely.
…
Meanwhile, Dorian returned to his mansion in a rage. He nearly demolished the house in his rage. He then summoned the elder council despite his injured condition.
He quickly recorded the details. The advanced stage three technique was more complex and required opening new internal energy pathways.
Soon, the inscriptions faded, but his sharp memory allowed him to remember all the information. He then meditated and followed the advanced stage three technique to attempt a breakthrough to the Demigod Realm.
Achieving the Demigod Realm would significantly amplify his strength and make him invincible. It was said that reaching this realm granted extraordinary abilities, including flight and a significantly extended lifespan.
But despite his efforts, he failed. He tried again but ended up spitting blood.
"Breaking through to the Demigod Realm is tougher than I thought. I'll need another woman." Sebastian sighed.
Fressia and Kaitlyn had spiritual constitutions. He had previously used their essence to enhance his cultivation base.
So, he needed to find another woman with a spiritual constitution to practice the advanced stage three technique.

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