Nox smiled. He'd been waiting for that answer. The only way to take Snowground was to conquer Senami's heart. Only then would Snowground become Faeast's vassal state forever. "Well, I got the answer I came for. Time to leave now. From now on, your nation is Faeast's vassal state. Don't forget that."Nox leaped into the sky. As he had promised, he would leave immediately. Senami raised her head to see Nox off, but alas, he traveled as fast as a comet. Thus, he had disappeared into the veil of white nary a moment later.He was finally gone. "The demon is finally gone," Senami muttered. She stood in the snow, perhaps happy and downcast. The winds started to howl, and the snow eventually turned into a white wall that obscured everyone's sight.The new ruler of Snowground stood in the howling winds, spacing out.…Miles away from Sunfall City, the troops of Faeast stood, uniform and organized. The soldiers hailed from the Northern Army, led by Tyson, and the Forbidden Army, led by Quin
Nox looked at the crying Tyson and smiled. "Why aren't you in the Northern Army?""Milord, H-His Majesty sent me here!"Since that was the case, Nox pressed no further."B-But why are you here, milord? Why did everyone say you died when you're still alive? What happened?" Tyson asked through tears."Long story. I'll tell you later," said Nox calmly.However, Tyson choked on himself and kept crying. Nox chuckled and chided, "You're a commander now. Crying's not a good look on you.""Heh, and you said you wouldn't cry, you idiot. What are you doing now?" Quintus mocked with a burst of laughter.Tyson wiped his tears. "Fuck off! You knew the lord's alive, and you didn't tell us? Unbelievable!"Quintus said, "This isn't my fault. The lord said to keep this piece of news hush hush.""Bullshit! I bet you kept it a secret on purpose!"Nox watched his comrades banter with a small smile on his lips. They were his comrades because they went through thick and thin with him. They were co
"Are we kicking their ass, milord? We should've wiped Snowground out back in the battle of Wolven Peak," said Tyson sharply. What Snowground did had infuriated the army of Faeast.The soldiers were all raring to go and destroy Snowground."Forget it. I've taken the head of Skyler and destroyed ten thousand of their elites. They'll never try anything like this again," said Nox slowly.Tyson said, "But Snowground and the other nations have always tried to invade us. If we don't wipe them out, they might go for another invasion." He obviously wanted to wipe Snowground out from the map."They won't. From today onward, Snowground is Faeast's vassal state," said Nox."What?" Tyson's eyes went wide. Even Quintus was shocked.Tyson asked with utter disbelief, "They've agreed to submit to us, milord?" After all, a nation could not just become a vassal state for another country. It was like making Snowground a part of Faeast."Yes."Tyson buzzed with excitement. "That's amazing, milord.
Tyson pointed ahead."Oh, whoa, and it's a lady too. Why's she out here in this kind of weather?" Quintus was curious.Nox noticed that woman a while ago, but he only kept mum about it. He raised his head and looked at the silhouette. "Ignore her. We're moving on.""Yes, milord."The troops went on with their way. As they came closer to the woman, they saw clearer who she was. She was in a green robe. It was as if she had traveled from ancient times. Her hair, long and lustrous, was tied up in a bun.She had a pristine face and fair skin. Although covered by her robe, her curves still showed through perfectly. Weirdly enough, the woman was building a snowman, although she was in a freezing landscape. If that weren't bizarre enough, her feet were also bare.It was an odd sight, seeing a barefoot woman building a snowman out in the middle of nowhere. When the troops approached her, they turned their sights on her, especially Quintus and Tyson.The woman's features were obviously F
The voice did not faze the woman. She only smiled seductively. "Just waiting for a destined one. Is that illegal?""Destined one? You're waiting for that in this weather?" Tyson thought that was a cock and bull story.The barefoot lady smiled, looking at Nox. "Of course, and he's a famous hero. The whole nation knows him. He's the Great Lord of Faeast."Tyson's face fell. He knew who that person was—Nox. "Who are you, girl? Why are you waiting for my lord? What are you up to?" he roared, his voice thundering.Waves of magick charged at the woman, but she did not even budge. She only chuckled. "I'm up to nothing. You're an oaf. I'm just a poor woman waiting for her destined one. There is no ploy here. All I want is a little chat.""Bullshit! One last time! Who are you?" Tyson was already angry.The seductive woman said, "Oh, you're not good enough to know my name. None of you are. None but the destined one.""You arrogant little… Fine, then I'll fight you!" He appeared before the
The ground cracked, and the air buzzed. Green martial energy shot into the air, and incredible will-of-the-fist gathered on Tyson's fists, merging into twin dragons. "Dragon Fury Fist!" A ribbon of green light resembling a dragon shot ahead, rampaging toward the woman."Ah, fighting seriously now, you oaf? I'll play, then," said the woman. A red rune appeared on her forehead, and a pink aura appeared around her.Then, she weaved her hands as energy silk appeared out of nowhere. They looked almost like spiderwebs. The woman flicked her fingers, and the silk flew toward Tyson like a web.Although Tyson was an expert in fist technique, he was finding it hard to deal with the woman's bizarre techniques, forcing him to retreat. Alas, the silk wrapped itself around his arms. He tried to break free, but the silk was as sturdy as metal, and he failed to disentangle himself.The moment Tyson was trapped, the buzz of a saber tore through the air. "Look out, Tyson!" The one who attacked was Q
Nox spoke calmly, but it was a shocking revelation to the others in his party. The fact that a Six Great Sects' member was here turned Tyson and Quintus grim-faced. Their nation established itself with sheer martial prowess, and the Three Great Powers had always been a part of the nation.They were: clans, families, and sects. The last one was the strongest faction. Before this, Nox took out clans and families in Imperia, and no sect member ever showed up. They were bound by rules and rarely roamed the land of Faeast.Yet now, one of them was here, and she came from Grand Weaver's Workshop, one of the Six Great Sects. The woman was shocked that Nox pointed out her sect so easily, and she looked at him with surprise."Not bad. You saw through my techniques like they're nothing, and even who I really am, too. I see you're the destined one."Nox said calmly, "Grand Weaver's Workshop only takes the most beautiful women as their members. They have ten powerful warriors named Weavers and
The woman was not expecting Nox to break her technique so easily. She was stunned, but only for a moment. Then, she hastily retreated as fast as she could."You're strong. Not many can break my technique that easily. Try this!" She weaved her hands together, and the rune on her forehead shone brighter. The aura around her thickened. She waved her hand as a black chain appeared in her palm.The chain was radiating a strong, violent energy aura, and the dark power pulsed. "You'd better watch out." The woman chuckled and swung her wrist. The chain seemed to come alive as it lashed out at Nox like an angry viper.Nox remained calm and steady. The dark chains clanked and wrapped themselves around Nox. "You were careless. Not even a Middle Three can escape my Soulcatcher once it grasps them." The woman laughed at the sight of Nox's capture.Tyson stepped ahead, ready to attack the moment Nox was in danger. Quintus pulled him back. "What do you think you're doing, you fool?""Helping the
"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
Their targets were the relics around the altars. The moment the whirlpool showed up, the black energy conjured black walls and kept Brundela on lockdown, cutting off all communications.Possessed by evil spirits, gods from ancient civilizations came back to life. In the underground graveyard, the dead came bursting out of their coffins, and skeletons with phantom flames flickering around them charged at the holy knights and James' secret agents.Nothing more needed to be said. The holy knights' leader led the charge. The other knights resolved to fight to the death as they battled the skeleton gods.James and his secret agents fired off at the enemies, but the bullets did nothing to the skeletons. All they managed was to light a big spark. Only grenades and howitzers could deal damage to them, and even then, the damage was light.The battle was fierce. Though the knights did not fear death, they were still weaker than the prehistoric gods. These skeletons were nigh invincible, and
Nox was hovering higher than the Ice Temple Lord, and he got everyone's attention."Who's that?""It's a Faeastian!""My God, it's the Nine-State Lord!" Nox was known throughout Faeast and the world. Brundela's council members had recognized him the moment he showed up. They had nothing but fear for gods, yet Nox was the strongest man in the Mortal World, so they respected him.The clouds in Brundela's skies were hanging heavily over the ground, and the icy aura they radiated was making everyone shiver. Winter seemed to have come early for Brundela. The temperature was dipping fast.Back in the control center, intelligence agents were watching the surveillance footage closely, and they noticed the altar. The Twilight Order and Ice Temple cultivators were there, strengthening the altars' seal the best they could. There were soldiers guarding the altar as well.For some reason, the secret agents had a feeling something bad was going to happen. Murphy's Law, as they said.Suddenly,
A sliver of energy flew out of the puppet and gathered natural energy around it. Then, the temperature rose at a blistering rate. Fortunately, Bard's reminder came just in time, and Vermilion Bird was prepared for this. She led her team away from the spot.A pillar of fire engulfed the building, and heat waves shot off in every direction, lethal and deadly. The light eventually faded, and all buildings in a few hundred yards were razed to the ground.If Vermilion Bird had killed the puppet without thinking just now, she would have lost all her men and suffered serious injuries. "That bitch! I'm going to make her into a human swine one day! I'll give her hell!" she cursed.Bard gasped. 'Yeah, women can be really terrifying.' Not one General was a normal person.This incident didn't escape Nox, of course. He saw it through his divine sense. "Heh, you can't fight the flow of history? You say that, Aphrodite, but you've done the same thing more than once. Schemes and plots when your ey