Garion crossed his arms and smiled at Raviel.

"Since this is going to be your private training, how about we treat it like a closed-door cultivation? One full month."

Raviel raised a brow. "A month, huh?"

Garion nodded.

"Yeah. I want to show everyone that the gym isn't just for mortals but for cultivators too. After a month, I'll make sure you come out completely different."

Raviel grinned. "Alright. I'll take that bet."

He turned to Rendric. "Fill in for me during this month. Handle all clan matters."

Rendric's eyes widened. "A whole month? Yes, Patriarch, but… are you sure?"

Raviel nodded firmly. "Absolutely."

He paused for a moment, then smirked. "Oh, and Rendric... Tell Aveline I'll be coming for her a month later."

Rendric froze. "Aveline?! Patriarch, are you really serious about that?"

Raviel's grin widened. "Of course. It's been too long. After this, she won't even recognize the new me."

Garion looked between the two, confused. "Hold on... who's Aveline?"

Raviel chuckled. "Don't worry. I'll tell you once we're inside. Let's just say… she's my 'motivation.'"

Garion sighed and rubbed his temple. "Great. Sounds like I'm training you for love now."

He then turned to his disciples. "All of you, continue training as usual for the month."

"Keep the other in line while I'm gone. If they slack off, make them do double sets."

Dahlia, still lying on her back, groaned. "Yes, Master…"

Garion nodded, turning back to Raviel.

"Before we start, do you have any herbs or special materials? I'll be using a few for physical recovery and body reinforcement."

Raviel smirked and tapped his spatial ring.

"Plenty. I'll show you once we're inside. You'll find more than enough for whatever insane training you're planning."

Garion nodded approvingly. "Perfect. That'll make things easier."

Raviel then turned back to Rendric, his tone growing serious again.

"One more thing. Tell all the elders to join the disciples' training for this month. No excuses."

Rendric blinked. "All of them? Patriarch, they'll complain endlessly."

Raviel smiled coldly. "If they refuse, you know what to do."

Rendric sighed. "Understood…"

Garion grinned. "Looks like your whole clan's about to get stronger whether they like it or not."

Raviel laughed, patting Garion on the shoulder. "If they survive your training, that is."

Garion smirked back. "Then let's see who breaks first."

Raviel chuckled, stepping toward the private training door. "Fine. Let's begin this closed-door session."

Garion followed him, stretching his shoulders. "Alright then. A month of hell for you, Patriarch. Let's make it worth it."

As the heavy door closed behind them, Rendric watched in silence, shaking his head.

"A month with Garion... may the heavens help him."

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Garion and Raviel entered the VIP training room, which was filled with the same training equipment for personal use.

Garion clapped his hands once and turned toward Raviel.

"Alright. We're in. Now show me what you've got… and while you're at it, who's this Aveline you mentioned?"

Raviel chuckled, walking over to the side. He slowly took out several items from his spatial ring.

There were glowing herbs, bright red fruits, dried roots, and many others.

Garion leaned forward and smiled.

"Thunder and flame types, huh? Good choices. They'll mix well with your body."

Raviel nodded, organizing them carefully. "Exactly. They were what I used for my own cultivation."

He paused, then looked up. "As for Aveline…"

He let out a slow breath. "She's the Matriarch of another clan."

Garion tilted his head. "Which one?"

Raviel quickly answered. "The Avenora Clan."

Garion raised a brow. "Never heard of them."

Raviel smiled faintly. "That's because they don't fight for fame. My Revalis Clan is about power."

He rolled his eyes. "But the Avenora Clan… they're different. They follow the path of nature. Calm and graceful, but..."

His eyes narrowed. "Don't mistake them as a really peaceful clan."

Garion crossed his arms. "Nature element, huh? So, you're saying they look soft but hit hard."

Raviel nodded. "Something like that. Women have led their clans and always have. They built their strength so no man could ever control them."

He looked serious now. "If you want to take one of them as your wife or even as an ally, you have to fight them and win. That's their rule."

Garion blinked. "So basically… You lost to her."

Raviel's smile twitched. "Only once! I had just entered the Third Realm back then."

Garion burst out laughing. "Ah, so that's what this is about. A rematch for love and pride."

He grinned wider. "Don't worry. I'll make sure you win this marriage challenge."

Raviel laughed too, shaking his head. "You talk like it's a tournament."

Garion shrugged. "Everything's training if you think about it. Besides, what better motivation than a beautiful matriarch waiting to see your progress?"

Raviel's eyes glinted with amusement. "True enough. I'm counting on you, Garion."

Garion smirked, cracking his knuckles. "Good. Then let's start. For the next month, I'll train you hard."

He raised one finger, grinning. "Until even Aveline herself kneels... well, maybe not kneels. But at least admit defeat and marry you."

Raviel laughed again, stretching his arms and rolling his shoulders. "I'll hold you to that. Now, where do we begin?"

Garion grinned as he took out a bottle filled with red and yellow liquid.

Raviel frowned. "What's that supposed to be?"

Garion smirked. "Just a little something I made for you. A special supplement I call the [Flaming Storm Creatine Shake]."

Raviel crossed his arms, curious. "So… like a potion for cultivators?"

Garion nodded. "You could say that. But this one's made for you to push the limits without frying your organs."

Then he grinned as he looked at the side, where the supplement info was.

[Flaming Storm Creatine Shake - Level 3]

[Ingredients: Blazing Pepper Root, Thunderfruit Essence, Emberleaf Extract, Sparkvine Nectar, and a pinch of Mana Salt.]

[Effect: Taken before training to ignite energy and focus. Rapidly boosts strength, explosiveness, and mana flow efficiency, preparing the body for peak performance.]

[Side Effect: Sudden heat surge, mild muscle tremors, and crackling sparks around the skin. Overuse may cause dehydration or short-term mana burnout.]

[Taste: Hot and tangy.]

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