All the Eight Elders knew Nox, of course. Hearing that Nox was the one who intruded upon the city and left this gash, one of the Elders said sharply, "Is it true that Lord Nox is still alive?""Even if he is, he has no right to intrude upon the Imperial City and leave this gash. Is he trying to stage a coup?""He wouldn't dare! Even if he fought the ten nations and made great contributions to the nation's protection, the fact he did this to the city is still unforgivable!""Mr. Zander is right! It doesn't matter how much he has done for the country! The fact that he trespassed upon the Imperial City warrants a death sentence!"While some Elders wanted to punish Nox, some said, "Calm down. You should think about the reason for Lord Nox's actions tonight.""So, you're saying he has a reason for this, Mr. Middlesmith?" An Elder's face fell.Mr. Middlesmith was in a navy robe. He said, "You know that as much as I do. Barely months had passed after his apparent death, and all of you w
"What?" The Eight Elders were indignant that Douglas wanted them to leave.Jackie said sharply, "Minister, you're not going to look deeper into it? The Imperial City is damaged, and so is the nation's reputation!""That is none of your fucking business! I'm the Right Minister, and home affairs is my domain! Are you telling me how to do my job? You're just a Minister of Personnel!" Douglas snapped.Jackie was humiliated. However, Douglas was right. Imperia's internal affairs, including the Imperial City's safety, was Douglas' domain. Someone from the Minister of Culture had no business telling him what to do."Are you planning to cover up for Nox? If that is so, we will have to tell the emperor about it. He will make the final decision," another Elder said coldly."Is that supposed to be a threat? Go on, then. Tell him, or you're a pig!" Douglas was not going to let the Elders strongarm him.When the nation was still mourning Nox, the Eight Elders had already set the plan of crown
After the decree was taken, the old man in the brocade robe looked at everyone. "The decree is given. Elders, please return."Jackie protested, "Mr. Winder, is the emperor not going to punish Nox?"Mr. Winder said flatly, "Are you questioning the emperor's decision, Mr. Oldstone?""I would not dare." Jackie trembled and quickly knelt down.Mr. Winder snorted. "You'd better not." He then told Douglas, "It's up to you now, Minister. I shall take my leave now.""Of course." Douglas smiled.The old man returned to the Imperial City. Felcro and his entourage bowed to Douglas and leaped into the Imperial City as well.After everyone was gone, Douglas scanned the Eight Elders coldly. "What are you guys doing, standing there? Did you not hear the emperor's orders?"Though humiliated, the Elders could only snort and leave. They wanted to punish Nox, but with the emperor ordering them not to pursue this matter, they had no right to interfere.Everyone was gone, including the Three Armie
"Felcro?" The mention of that name roused bloodlust in Daniel, and it emanated off of him in waves. "If that sly old fox so much as lay a finger on my son, I will slice his head off! Claude, summon our men! We're going to Imperial City!" Daniel roared.Claude was about to carry out that order and summon all the warriors they had when a servant came running in. "Mr. Greenshade, Mr. Gaia wishes to see you."'Gaia? Why is Douglas here?'Daniel and his brothers looked concerned. Claude blurted, "Why is the old man here all of a sudden? I thought he went to Imperial City.""Maybe there's a change we don't know about," Winston said.Daniel, however, looked outside coldly. A few moments later, he said, "Very well. Since he's here, let him in.""Yes, Mr. Greenshade."A moment later, Douglas walked into the great hall. Claude shot him an icy look, as if he would attack Douglas at any moment. Douglas, however, was grinning. "I hope I'm not disturbing you, Mr. Greenshade, given the sudden
Only after Douglas had said that did Daniel and his brother's bloodlust recede. Daniel, especially, had been enduring bloodthirstiness due to the estrangement of his son sixteen years ago.If anyone had attacked Nox, Daniel would have marched Imperia and taken their lives. However, Douglas' news gave him peace of mind. "Was the emperor alerted to my son's actions?" Daniel asked the most important question."He did…" Douglas sighed."And what did he do?" Daniel asked quickly. Claude and Winston looked at Douglas nervously.After all, this was the emperor, and what Nox did could warrant death. Douglas smiled. "Worry not, Mr. Greenshade. The emperor has swept it under the rug. By his orders, anyone who spreads the news will be killed, and their families will share that fate as well."Daniel's eyes shone. "So, the emperor did not blame my son for his actions.""He does, but the emperor is magnanimous, and given Nox's contributions to the nation, he let the matter slide," Douglas said
"The lord not only left a gash on the walls, but he also left a gash among the people. I'm afraid we're going to have a lot of trouble after this," Keith blurted."Uh, why are you worried, Keith?" Bear was confused."Of course, you don't understand. Out of the Three Great Powers, only the clans have made their appearance. The powerful families and sects are still in hiding," Keith said quietly.He was right. Bear and Bard fell silent after hearing that. They knew Keith wasn't trying to spook them.Eventually, Bear blurted, "They would better not step in. If any family or sect tries to, they'll be slaughtered."Keith said nothing and just looked into the distance solemnly.…On the western outskirts of Imperia, an ancient, stained wall stood. It was the wall of an ancient city in Imperia, which had been around for a thousand years. This was Imperia's oldest region. Compared to the skyscrapers around them, the place looked insignificant.Beyond this region was the desert that wen
Frontal Gates was the first entrance of Imperia. A group of people was standing there, their faces icy."The four ancient clans died here?" an old man in a green shirt asked. He was standing in the lead, with not a strand of hair on his face. He had the aura of a powerful, oppressive Top Legend Realm."Yes, Mr. Simmer!" a middle-aged man answered."The ancient clans have existed for hundreds of years, yet they were annihilated in a single day. What a tragedy." Mr. Simmer looked at Frontal Gates coldly."Mr. Simmer, the clans have raised the flag of justice, demanding an explanation for us. As the biggest representative, you must avenge us, Mr. Simmer," the middle-aged man said.Bolson's eyes shimmered darkly. "Don't worry. Though the clans rank last among the Three Great Powers, sixty percent of all warriors come from us. Those who make an enemy out of us will perish!"However, the taboo of Mystia made sure Top Legend Realms may never roam this land or enter Imperia," Bolson said
"Shut it, old man! Get out of the way if you know what's best for you, or I'll trash your carriage!" The burly Jobby glared at the carriage.The old man rubbed his nose. "You want to trash the carriage? Yeah, you can try, but my horses are probably going to kill you easily.""You're asking for it!" Jobby lived a life of arrogance. The old man's refusal to move fueled his rage. He roared and darted at the carriage like a gigantic arrow.Jobby's fists were covered in strongwind, and the wind howled the moment he lashed out. It was as if he wanted to destroy the carriage with a single blow.The old man didn't even look at the guy. He just tugged on the reins gently, and the three crimson horses neighed thunderously. The biggest horse raised its hooves and slammed them into Jobby's chest.The burly Grandmaster was sent flying away before crashing to the ground with a sickening thud. Blood spurted from his mouth and nose, and he couldn't get back up.The warriors' eyes went wide. No o
Harley sneered, having nothing but disdain for Atlas. "I can't believe the master would employ a shithead like you."Atlas laughed. "You think you're so high and mighty, but you're also Lord Nox's lapdog now. I am his subordinate, and we have a close relationship. I'm also the uncle of the emperor. That makes me Lord Nox's great-uncle," bragged Atlas."Dumbass. Just do your fucking job. Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise told me the Mousses might try something," Harley cursed.The mention of the Mousses made Atlas panic, but he calmed himself down and snored. "The Mousses? They won't dare do anything when I'm here. If they show up, I'll kick their ass! I command thirty thousand units. If they come to Imperia, it'll be the last thing they see!" Atlas was confident.Harley was speechless. 'My word, how can he be such a braggart?'With thirty thousand Nox Army units in Imperia, combined with the Forbidden Army, the regular guards, and 200 thousand elites protecting Imperia, nothing co
Vermilion Bird said, "Azure Dragon used to be an Advanced Eight Gates. After the Mousses had him under their control, he became a Supreme. Judging by these photos, he's gotten more powerful since then."'More powerful?' Nineve knew how the cultivators were ranked. Top Legend Realms were another kind of life form entirely. In Faeast, a Supreme could be made a lord. An undefeatable Supreme would be made a ruler. A Sovereign was made every five hundred years, while a ruler was made every century.Supremes appeared once every decade or so. "I don't get it. You three obviously found some power source, and with Nox's help, you leveled up. Azure Dragon only has the Mousses. How'd he level up so fast?"If the Mousses were so powerful, they wouldn't have to resort to assassinations or betrayals."Not the Mousses. It's all Azure Dragon. He's our captain. He's a very talented and cunning man. Emphasis on talent. He's so strong that not even three of us can compare to him, combined. The only g
Elizabeth said nothing but went red and hung her head low, causing Black Tortoise to panic."Uh oh. If you want him, you'll have to fight for him. That's all I can say, but the lord does think highly of you." He laughed."Shut it, Black Tortoise. You're talking nonsense here!" Vermilion Bird snapped. "See you, Your Majesty." She then took Black Tortoise and left the room quickly. They had work to do.The duo led most of the Shadow Division members back to Faeast. After the incident of Brundela, Faeast's fate was going strong, and the people were excited. However, beneath that excitement was unseen danger.Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise came back to Northstate's governor-general's place and met up with Nineve. Black Tortoise said solemnly, "What happened, Your Highness? We need the details."Nineve looked exhausted, and there were dark circles under her eyes. She had been working hard in Nox's absence. "Honestly, Atlas… I mean, the Defender of the Lord hasn't been pulling his we
Douglas worked through the night for the negotiation."One, you must apologize for your invasion of Faeast. Two, you will return all stolen relics to us and pay for damages. Three, you will open trade with Faeast, and it must be complete and total. Those are our demands. We promise not to interfere with your nation's administration. Once the aid is administered, our fleet and army will retreat from Brundela."And one more thing. Faeast recognizes you as Brundela's new ruler." That was interesting. It also meant that Faeast could rescind that recognition at any time. Elizabeth had no choice. Without Faeast, Brundela would be gone. In the end, the nations arrived at an agreement.At midnight, they called a press conference. Faeast helped Eropa settle a war and avert a world disaster. That news took the world by storm. The Eastern dragon was rising, and none could stop it. It wouldn't take long for Faeast to return to the top.Brundela's case was over. After they gave enough aid, Ferg
"They call you Great Generals?" the Ice Temple Lord laughed. "If I do want to betray him, how do you hope to stop me? You three had to take me on together, and it only ended in a draw. Now that I'm an Emperor and White Tiger is in a slumber, I can destroy you in a moment!"The Ice Temple Lord looked at Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise with disdain. Vermilion Bird's eyes were wide. She didn't care. She would fight the Temple Lord to the bitter end if she must.Black Tortoise was the calmer one, and he pulled Vermilion Bird back. "Calm down. Even if he wants to betray the lord, he at least would want to see the lord's body before he tries anything."Even a woman like Aphrodite lost this fight. He wouldn't dare try anything stupid."The Ice Temple Lord was still smug about being an Emperor, and now his celebration was cut short. Betraying Nox required a lot of courage. Nox's power terrified him. Even if he couldn't win the fight, Nox could at least come back safely.Besides, he only
The formation Nox created with the Sovereign Seal was on the brink of destruction. Once the formation was gone, the Sovereigns and the spirits would return to dust. In this final moment, Brundela's Faeastian called their friends and family in their homeland and projected the modern-day Faeast onto the gigantic screen in the plaza.The spirits cried when they saw how developed their nation had become. The Sovereigns and the rulers were meticulous people. They used to rule over a unified nation, so they knew how hard it was to create a dynasty. Every dynasty would have its peak and nadir.Every time a dynasty was on a decline, Faeast would be in danger. They didn't talk about the truth behind that video, of course. They admired the beautiful land of Faeast as they waited for their final moment to arrive."The hardest and darkest moment is behind us, sirs. Faeast has me now. You may rest in peace. I will not let you down. I will destroy the canker that infects Faeast and give it the pe
"You're going nowhere! Die!" The Sovereigns chased after the spirit, and a hundred rulers followed. They trapped the Titan's spirit and ripped him to shreds."Holy shit! That's the ancient Faeastian Sovereigns for you!" White Tiger roared with pride. He was on the roof of a tower somewhere.Emperor Elijah narrowed his eyes and exchanged a look with the other Sovereigns. He hurled the remaining essence of the Titan's spirit to White Tiger and stuffed him with it. The energy filled White Tiger up, and he ballooned. Black, rancid energy came out of his body, and he fell into madness.Nox cast Heaven's Demise and sealed White Tiger's consciousness. The Ice Temple Lord, realizing what the Sovereigns were trying to do, encased White Tiger in a coffin of magic ice."This is an impressive underling you have, Nine-State Lord. Devouring spirits gives him power. Anyone else would've lost their minds and become a killing machine, but White Tiger's already mad to begin with. There's no further
"The third kind of Emperor uses natural energy, the power of Yin and Yang, and the elements to become one. Since they use all kinds of elements and energy to become an Emperor, they are practically invincible."The Ice Temple Lord was excited. "So, you're saying I'm the strongest kind of Emperor?"Nox was speechless. "No, what I was trying to say was you took the wrong path. You could've absorbed the energy in the heavens, but you absorbed the Yin energy in the ground. You're stronger than Frostmir, but his level was higher, so you'd still be no match for him." Nox pursed his lips."Eh?" The Ice Temple Lord was disappointed. He thought he could be on par with Nox once he became an Emperor. The Ice Temple Lord wasn't the only one who gained power. The Ice Temple cultivators did as well. Black Tortoise, White Tiger, and Vermilion Bird gained a lot of power, too.Vermilion Bird was now a Flawless Supreme, Black Tortoise was an Advanced Supreme, while White Tiger was an Intermediate Pi
The fact that Nox could cast Sovereign Seal showed the Ice Temple Lord a new level of power. The Sovereign was more terrifying than the gods. 'No wonder they could rule the world in ancient times.'The ancient Sovereigns and rulers of Faeast attacked their enemies. The fate of Faeast gathered over their heads, piercing the clouds that hung over them. The weaker monsters were all slain, and Emperor Hans pierced the pharaoh with his spear, returning him to dust.Emperor Blade killed the god of another ancient civilization. The evil energy possessing them was purified. Moments later, the only gods left were the Titans. Unlike the possessed gods, the Titans were ancient cultivators.Even if they didn't master any spells or techniques, they'd trained their bodies to their absolute best. The Sovereigns and rulers didn't have much advantage against these enemies.These spirits were only summoned through the relics and the remnants of energy left within. Their bodies were gone, and their s