Nox calling out the spirit remnant's name made him freeze for a moment. "You know my name, youngling?" he asked coldly. It turned out that this spirit remnant was none other than the legendary Great Champion—Bronson Hoffman."I greet you, Mr. Hoffman," Nox said politely. Though he was angry that the spirit remnant attacked him, he could not hide his respect for the man. Bronson was the top warrior in his days, after all, and he had contributed greatly to the nation.The spirit scoffed. "You claim to be from Faeast 2,000 years in the future?" He eased up seeing Nox's politeness, and he did not attack Nox anymore."Yes," Nox said."So, it's been 2,000 years? That's a long time." The spirit remnant fell into his own thoughts, as if he could not believe this.Nox had no idea why Bronson's spirit was in the token, so he did not make any sudden moves. Instead, he just watched Bronson quietly.A long while later, Bronson raised his head. "Tell me, youngling. How did you get in here?"O
"You dare steal my possession, youngling?"The spirit was about to attack, but Nox quickly explained, "No, Mr. Hoffman! This token isn't yours; it's mine!""What?" The spirit froze."Look closer. This one here is your token." Nox pointed at the void before him. He came into this space through Bronson's token, so the one he was holding belonged to him.Bronson knew that his spirit remnant resided in that token, so Nox could not have held it. The fact that Nox had the same token painted his face with a weird look."Is that token really yours, youngling?" the spirit asked, his voice filled with disbelief.Nox nodded. "That's why I opened your tomb. That's how I found your token."The spirit's expression turned weirder. He looked at the token in Nox's hand and extended his. "Let me take a look."Nox tossed the token, and it flew into the spirit's hand. Bronson held it up and observed it closely. A long while later, he raised his head, looking surprised. "You have the same token as
Bronson paused momentarily before saying hesitantly, "What I found stands here." He pointed at the hulking obelisk."It's in there?" Nox frowned, looking at the obelisk Bronson was pointing at. He noticed that obelisk from the moment he came into the void. So, Nox was curious about what was hidden inside after hearing Bronson's tale."As you can see, all my secrets lie within this obelisk." Bronson walked up to the obelisk. Runes were inscribed upon it, but Nox did not recognize any of them. Still, he could tell they seemed ancient."I found this token in a desert, and it caught my eye from the moment I held it," said the spirit. It happened more than two thousand years ago. Just like Nox, the legendary Great Champion had nothing on Nox Token's history. Unlike Nox's master, he found this token in a desert."I went about figuring out the token's mystery from the moment I got it. At first, I thought it was nothing but an ordinary item, but one night… Well, I inadvertently laid eyes o
Bronson said, "I see you're also a chosen one, just like me. The question is, why? Why did the tokens choose us?""I do not know, but the fact remains that we are chosen."Bronson sighed. "It has been two thousand years since my death, and now I am met with a youngling far beyond my imagination," he lamented."Very well. We have met, and thus you are worthy. This remnant of my spirit is running on fumes. I assumed my legacy would vanish with me, but you appeared just as I was about to lose all hope. It doesn't matter whether it's coincidence or fate as I shall pass on my legacy to you."Bronson continued, "My hope is for you to guard Faeast and drive off all the invaders. Use these tokens and give the nation eternal peace. Will you accept this legacy? Will you use the secrets within these tokens to grant Faeast the peace it deserves?"Bronson's voice was loud, strong, and thunderous. He stared at Nox with unblinking eyes. It was as if he wanted to see through Nox's very soul. In t
"Dominance of the Dragon's Soul?" The very name of the weapon stirred excitement in Nox's soul."I now entrust this spear to you. Use it to protect this nation," the spirit remnant thundered solemnly.Nox looked at the powerful spear and promised, "Thank you for the legacy, Mr. Hoffman. I will not let you down.""I trust you will not. I have told you, we are fated to meet. My spirit will disappear soon. Unravel the tokens' mystery if you can. That is my other wish before I leave this plane."The spirit turned opaque. It was just as he said. He would disappear soon. The moment Nox laid his eyes on Bronson, he knew Bronson would vanish forever. "Do you have any more wishes to fulfill, Mr. Hoffman?"Nox had no idea what to say. So, he could only do his best to help Bronson fulfill his wish. Bronson shook his head. "My biggest wish was to destroy the invaders and protect Faeast. Now, I have no more wishes to fulfill."The spirit remnant started to grow transparent. In the end, it was
As the pictures of the manual slowly swam into Nox's mindsea, he felt a powerful manual springing into existence out of nowhere. It was none other than the Ultimate Moon Elephant Manual.In the past, Nox had spent his time cultivating the Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual. Now, he had acquired a new manual. As a result, he now had the Ultimate Sun and the Ultimate Moon in his arsenal. Dragons reigned supreme in the waters, while elephants ruled the lands. Should their powers combine, it would give birth to formidable strength.Nox could not imagine how powerful he would become after mastering it. All he could tell was that his Ascended Immortal aura was already buzzing once he came into contact with the new manual."The mantra alone roused my Ascended Immortal aura. It is strong enough to be on par with Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual." Nox's eyes shone with excitement.Nox studied the manual in his mindsea, and the whole thing was imprinted within. Once the imprint was finished, the glimmerin
The barrier enveloped the hall like a cage. This barrier could not only stop anyone weaker than Legend Realm but it could also cut off all potential distractions. That way, Nox could focus on the new manual without any worries.After that, Nox looked at the tokens before him. "Now, I can finally begin." The Ultimate Sun Dragon Energy roared. At the same time, the pictures of Ultimate Moon Elephant Manual played in his mind like a movie.Cultivation would take a long time. Awesome had returned to Imperia while Nox was busy with his cultivation. A monk in a patched kasaya and a shabby backpack strolled within the bustling city. He gained a lot of attention, especially from the pretty ladies."Look at that little baldy! He's so cute! He's cosplaying as a monk?""Yeah, he is!""Man, people would do anything for fame. They'd even cosplay as a beggar?""Ugh, people these days. They would do anything for money.""Yeah, you have a point."Awesome heard all the whispers target right at
However, Awesome got over his little fugue quickly. "Heh, they're nothing but ordinary women. Madison and the princess are beautiful and talented." He spat, "If I'm going to find myself a lady, I'm learning from the boss. I'm going to find the best of the best, not these."This time, he was truly over the lack of attention. "Wonder what Bear's doing while I was gone. Maybe he found some nice clubs?" The thought of clubs put a spring in Awesome's steps, and he quickly went home.Within the courtyard of Nox's late mother's home, right on the outskirts of Imperia, two beautiful silhouettes were sparring. One was a curvy woman in a red dress while the other was in a tracksuit. Nevertheless, it did not hide her beautiful face and perfect body.The ladies were none other than Madison and Redsleeve. Ever since Madison took up Nox's offer, her physique was starting to develop. Now, she spent a lot of time cultivating. She must become stronger no matter the cost. Only then could she be worth
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
The talismans were Magic Mountain's Forbidden Art, and Nox had fused them with Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual. Nox's mentors back in Mystia had taught him the Sovereign Seal earlier than expected.Their goal was simple. If Nox became the Sovereign, he could use the seal to command all the natural energy around him. If he didn't become the Sovereign, he would teach the Sovereign how to use the seal.The Sovereign Seal was a Saintly technique and the most ancient technique around. It was stronger than a Celestial technique.A golden seal brighter than the sun slowly rose into the air. It was the Sovereign Seal.As it appeared, natural energy gathered around it. The energy flew into the relics Brundela took from Faeast. Within a museum not open to the public, a bronze sword started to tremble as natural energy flowed into it. That got the attention of a professor."That sword belonged to Faeast's Emperor Elijah! What is going on?"A silhouette came out of the sword, and his aura was maj
Back in the navy command center, Fergus got the drone footage of Brundela's latest development. There were a few generals from the Nox Army with him. They could see that the monsters in the capital were far stronger than the ones they took out."It's a pity the capital is too densely populated. We have the weapons, but we can't use them." Fergus slammed the table in frustration. Even if the capital were to fall into enemy hands and the people torn apart by the monsters, Fergus could not order his men to fire at the capital, or things would be bad for them.Fergus could only open fire if the monsters were in a no man's land."Commander Parrish, the lord has orders. We are to keep the waters guarded. Once the capital's crisis is over, we are to make our way to the port and give humanitarian aid," a Nox Army general said telepathically. He just got Nox's orders."Is that so? Then Nox can stop this crisis." Fergus' eyes shone. He had no idea what Nox was planning, but he was the Sovere
Demons were walking the lands of Brundela. Legendary creatures were roaming the streets as if the end of days were here. The resurrected monsters were causing chaos everywhere. When the Titans showed themselves, despair washed over Brundela.There were too many monsters running around. Even after the Twilight Order and Ice Temple cultivators sent out everyone they had, it still wasn't enough to stop these creatures. The monsters went straight to the council hall, and so did the Titans.The Ice Temple Lord created a Magic Ice Formation and kept using Forbidden Arts and mystical artifacts to fend off the enemies. He had already done his best."You have to do something, Nine-State Lord. I can't hold on much longer!" the Ice Temple Lord said telepathically.Though monsters were about, they were not a threat to the Ice Temple Lord. he could leave anytime he wanted, but he had a deal with Nox. If he were to desert the battlefield, he would face a hell far worse than he could imagine late