[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method":3,"chapter-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-474":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Heretic Trainer: The Gym Is My Cultivation Method",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1633469,2099,"Chapter 474: Let’s Talk Instead Of Fight","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-474",474,"\u003Cp>Pelion looked at Garion and gave a faint smile. \"Of course not. I’m not here to block you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tilted his head slightly and raised one hand in a casual gesture. \"I’m here to offer you a deal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion frowned and took a step forward, his gaze sharp. \"A deal?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice dropped slightly. \"What exactly are you talking about?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pointed directly at Pelion. \"You’re an enemy, and worse, you’re from Black Chimera. Why would I even listen to anything you say?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion didn’t react to the hostility. He just smirked, relaxed as ever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just listen first,\" he said calmly. \"It won’t take long.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion held his stare for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a short pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he let out a quiet breath and crossed his arms. \"...Fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone stayed firm. \"Talk. But make it quick. Don’t waste my time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion nodded once. \"Good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He shifted slightly on the broken stone, still sitting comfortably. \"You already know that Darius has joined Black Chimera, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion didn’t hesitate. \"Of course I know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His expression didn’t change. \"You’re the one who brought him in.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion gave a small nod. \"True.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused for a moment before continuing. \"But the longer I’ve observed him...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes narrowed slightly. \"...the more I dislike him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia raised an eyebrow, glancing at Clara for a brief second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion continued, his tone still steady. \"He’s ambitious. Too ambitious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small pause. \"And worse... he doesn’t understand his place.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion didn’t interrupt. He just watched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion leaned back slightly. \"I’m concerned that he might try to overstep... even challenge my master someday.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion’s eyes narrowed just a little. He understood immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...So,\" Garion said, his tone flat, \"you want me to kill him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion nodded without hesitation. \"Exactly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised one finger slightly. \"I’ll give you a chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze sharpened. \"A one-on-one fight against Darius.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a brief silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara’s lips curved slightly again, interest returning to her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia crossed her arms, watching closely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion continued. \"If you win...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He lowered his hand. \"Black Chimera will withdraw from Draconia’s territory.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion didn’t respond immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He studied Pelion for a moment. \"...And if I lose?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion’s smirk returned. \"Then Darius remains with us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tilted his head slightly. \"And the territory will officially belong to Black Chimera.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He added calmly, \"You should also understand something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone didn’t change. \"Right now, we’re not even seriously defending this place.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia frowned immediately. \"...You’re saying this isn’t even your full effort?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion glanced at her briefly, then looked back at Garion. \"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gave a small shrug. \"If we were serious, Drakenfel wouldn’t have escaped in the first place.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A short pause. \"And you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze stayed steady. \"You wouldn’t even be standing here right now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara let out a quiet laugh under her breath. \"Wow... confident.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion didn’t react. He simply looked at Garion. \"So...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice remained calm. \"What do you think of my deal?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion didn’t answer right away. He stayed silent for a moment, then turned his head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rachel,\" he said, \"what do you think? Is this a trap?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel stepped forward and stood beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at Pelion for a moment, calm and steady, her expression gentle but thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hands folded lightly in front of her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It could be,\" she said quietly. \"They are a demonic faction. Trust is not something we can assume.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She paused briefly, then continued. \"But at the same time...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze shifted slightly, considering the situation more carefully. \"If what he’s saying is true... this would be the fastest way to end the war.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded slightly. \"...Yeah. I know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He let out a small breath, then looked back at Pelion. \"...But that depends on you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes narrowed just a little. \"Tell me something first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped forward slightly. \"Are you actually someone we can trust?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion smiled faintly, unfazed. \"Of course I am.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone stayed relaxed. \"I represent Black Chimera, the strongest demonic faction.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tilted his head slightly. \"If this were a trap, I wouldn’t be sitting here talking to you like this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion watched him for a moment. There was a short pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he nodded once. \"...Fair enough.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He uncrossed his arms slightly. \"Alright. I’ll take the deal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion’s smile widened just a little. \"Good choice.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion raised one hand slightly. \"But I’m adding one condition.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion’s eyes narrowed with interest. \"A condition?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smirked. \"Go ahead. As long as it makes sense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded. \"It will.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned his head toward Dahlia. \"What I want is simple.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice remained calm. \"It won’t be me who fights Darius.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pointed at her. \"It will be my disciple, Dahlia.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia blinked, clearly caught off guard. \"...Huh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She pointed at herself. \"Me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She frowned slightly, confused. \"Master, what are you talking about?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion looked at her and smiled faintly. \"Draconia is your clan.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone softened just a little. \"But it’s also the place that made you suffer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused briefly. \"So I’m giving you this chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze stayed steady. \"Finish it properly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia hesitated for a second. \"But...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion smirked slightly. \"Don’t tell me you’re afraid of Darius.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia snorted immediately. \"Afraid? Me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She straightened up, her expression sharpening. \"Please.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion’s smirk widened. \"That’s more like it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He nodded once. \"Then take this chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice turned firm again. \"And make sure he regrets ever starting this war.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s lips curved into a confident smile. \"...Yeah.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She rolled her shoulders once. \"I will.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion turned back to Pelion. \"Now that I’ve said everything...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at him directly. \"That should be acceptable, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pelion smirked. \"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood up from the broken stone in one smooth motion. \"Works for me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at Dahlia briefly. \"Come with me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice remained calm, almost casual. \"Let’s go meet your father.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia held his gaze for a second, then gave a small nod. \"...Yeah.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stepped forward, her fist tightening. \"Let’s end this family mess once and for all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one stopped her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion watched quietly from behind, arms crossed, his expression steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The real fight... was about to begin.\u003C\u002Fp>",1024,"2026-06-06T11:12:18.543Z",1,"novelbin.me","00ee5c8cc463912aee6e48e3705d1aa2c2caadd587502cfba65713ea2e548e1d","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-475","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-473",613,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fheretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-cover.jpg"]