Born Almighty Warrior
Chapter 296 A Ten-year Promise

Doris was firm with what she said. It seemed like that as long as Ricky agreed, she would providehim with all the resources he needed in spite of the objections from her clan.

Meanwhile, Tina also looked at Ricky expectantly and hoped that he would said yes.

"Uh..." Ricky was suddenly lost for words. He felt utterly confused.

Those conditions that Doris was offering were alluring. More than that, Ricky trusted Doris and heknew that she would surely fulfill her promises.

However, he knew it was not the way he should practice his martial arts. He despised practicing in asafe and comfortable environment with access to a sea of available resources. If he practiced thatway, he would not be able to make great accomplishments in martial arts.

The road he was trudging was sure to be full of difficulties, threats, challenges, and above all, hopes.To him, it didn't matter that he might die in the end. It was his choice, and he knew in his heart thathe would never regret choosing the more difficult but promising road to practice his martial arts.Besides, he didn't want to give all of this up in the Realm of Wildness. There was no way he wasgoing to leave before all matters had been properly settled

Unlike other warriors, he did not believe that warriors like himself had to face everything all aloneand give up everything they had. In all his years practicing martial arts, he had learned the hard waythat warriors also needed friends and family. Otherwise, why would the legendary gods even fightagainst all of those evil monsters for justice?

He thought about it well. Then he turned to Doris and said to her seriously, "Doris, I am sincerelythankful for your kindness, but every warrior has his own way of practicing martial arts, and for me, Ihave to face every obstacle that comes my way either by myself or with my friends. So..."

He trailed off. He knew that he did not have to finish his sentence for Doris to understand what hewas trying to say.

After hearing Ricky's words, both Doris and Tina fell silent.

"Ricky, I think you misunderstood me. You will never be able to surpass a spiritual emperor byyourself in only forty years. Besides, I take the safety of my family very seriously. I could never riskTina's life." Doris let her words settle in before she continued emotionally, "You might think that Iam a selfish woman, but I never meant to insult you or your way of practicing the martial arts.”"Doris, I appreciate your honesty and kindness. I know that you are not the only one who does notbelieve that I can defeat a spiritual emperor in forty years," Ricky replied lightly.

"However, I vow to become a warrior who can surpass an innate spiritual emperor within forty years.I know what I am doing right now, and I know I will fulfill my promise. You can trust me on that,”said Ricky firmly and confidently with a determined look in his eyes.

Upon hearing this, both Doris and Tina were awed by his determination and confidence.

Then, the three people looked at each other.

"Ricky, I believe in you, but I still want you to come with me no matter the cost,” said Doris. She wasdetermined to persuade Ricky to come to her clan, and she was willing to do almost anything for itto happen

She believed that Ricky's words were sincere. However, she was sure that even Ricky, who was atalented warrior who could challenge someone three levels higher than him, still could not surpass aspiritual emperor in forty years. She had already met some talents as good as Ricky in the past, andnone of them was able to do what Ricky was planning to do.

Even the most talented warrior could only defeat a spiritual emperor after practicing martial artsintensively for about 200 years.

"Doris, Ricky has already made up his mind and chosen his own way. There is no need for you totalk any more,” Tina said worriedly when she noticed Doris getting more emotional.

"Tina, I will never give up as long as there is still even the slightest chance for you," Doris interruptedTina before she could finish her sentence.

"Doris, you still don't believe me. In that case, please give me ten years," Ricky said in a deep andserious voice when he saw the disbelief in Doris’ face.

"What will you do in those ten years?" asked Doris, confused.

"In ten years, if I fail to cultivate myself into a spiritual emperor, I will do what you ask of me andcome back to your clan with you. Then, I'll be your guy and you can order me to do whatever youwant," Ricky said while looking at Doris straight in the eyes.

Hearing Ricky's proposal, Doris and Tina were shocked again by his confidence, or perhaps hisarrogance. They had never met such a mesmerizing warrior before.

It was much harder for a warrior to use ten years to ascend a spiritual emperor's position than todefeat a spiritual emperor in forty years.

Such a crazy man.

Doris and Tina kept silent for a long time before Doris finally decided to break the silence.

"Alright. I'll give you ten years. But if you fail to fulfill your promise, I'll replace you no matter whereyou're hiding, because you're Tina's last hope,” said Doris. It was not easy for her to accept Ricky'scondition

"Ha-ha. Doris, don't worry. In ten years, I'll come to you myself if I fail. You know very well that Inever go back on my own words," Ricky promised, smiling now that Doris had agreed to hisproposal.

In that moment, Ricky felt the enormous pressures. Even if he had got the regained spiritualmeridian, it still seemed impossible to become a spiritual emperor in no more than ten years. Butthis was the only choice he had if he did not want to be manipulated by others.

He knew that if he hadn't made such a proposal, Doris would have taken him to her clan at all costs."Now, I'll be forced to practice martial arts to the fullest no matter what happens. Besides, it's notlike that I will ever let Tina be hurt by those evil spirits and become an evil princess," Ricky added."Ricky, you shouldn't have made an agreement with Doris. You know what? It's not fair for you," saidTina worried.

She actually felt sorry for Ricky. The truth was, it was none of Rick's business. But now, he gotinvolved, and he was even forced to make a promise that he would not be able to fulfill.

"I know what I'm doing and saying. Just trust me," Ricky reassured her.

Ricky's words made Tina admire him even more.

She knew that her gratitude to Ricky would not weaken a bit even ten years later when he hadalready become a spiritual emperor. Perhaps there would be something beyond sheer gratitude.Who knew?

"Ten years is too short a time. Even the most talented warriors do not dare to make such a promise.Go easy on yourself, Ricky. It does not matter how hard you try. You will still have to come with mein the end,” Doris said, repeating her warning.

"Ha-ha. Doris, I will make it. Just wait and see," Ricky replied with a bright smile on his face.

"By the way, what do you plan on doing next?" Ricky asked.

"What's on your mind?" Doris said.

"If it's possible, I hope that you would stay here. As you saw a moment ago, I could successfullydispel some of the evil spirits,” Ricky answered honestly.

"The process might be slow and painful, but I'm sure that I can do better with just a little bit moretime," Ricky explained

"But, you..." Doris's voice trailed off. After all, she had witnessed what happened to Ricky just a fewmoments ago.

"Please set your heart at rest. It will help me feel even more confident.” Ricky contemplated for amoment and added, "Besides, if you stay here, I will be able to ask you something.”

"I understand. You are asking me to teach you the methods of refining weapons,” Doris replied.