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
"I'm done for." The woman could feel the soul-destroying strength in that sword. She would be crushed, and nothing would be left of her. "So, is this where I die?" She smiled bitterly and closed her eyes.The gigantic sword fell like a tumbling building onto the woman. Just when she was about to be cleaved in two, the ground rumbled, and the roaring sword energy flew by the woman and fell onto the ground.A deep gash was left on the earth's surface. It was as if the sword had cracked it wide open. "You're not killing me?" The woman thought she would die. So, she couldn't help but raise her head and stare at Nox with wide eyes when she heard the earth rumbling and the sword energy flying away from her.Nox remained calm, standing among the falling snow. "Tell me, who sent you? And what's your rank among the Weavers and Golden Pins?"The woman stared at Nox and smiled seductively. "I'm Felicity Phoenix, number three among the Weavers and Golden Pins. I can't tell you who sent me, tho
It was the norm for the sects' members to keep to themselves. The fact that one of Grand Weaver's Workshop's members was out and about meant the other sects had agents roaming this land.Felicity said, "There are only six of us, and one of my grandmaster's peers is leading us. I don't know much about the other sects. My sources told me that Moste Magicke's guys showed up in Imperia, though."'Moste Magicke?' The mention of that sect made Nox's face fall. The Six Great Sects were Sword Sect, Moste Magicke, House of Enlightenment, Grand Weaver's Workshop, Celestial Ordinance's Abode, and Pavilion of Regality.Back when Nox was getting crowned at Mystia, Moste Magicke's people objected to the decision most adamantly. However, the emperor gave his orders, and with Nox defeating the ten nations, his contributions to the nation ultimately made him lord.In a way, Moste Magicke and Nox were enemies. The fact that their guys were in Imperia made Nox feel as though he had swallowed a partic
After Felicity departed, Quintus and Tyson quickly approached Nox. "Milord, the sects are already out and about now? Are they after you?" Quintus asked."I bet that's what the bastards are after. They objected to the lord's crowning back in Mystia. They must be after the lord this time," said Tyson angrily. He was a fierce general and tended to think more with his muscles than his brains.Anyone who tried to attack Nox would suffer a horrible death at his hands. He would lead an army and raze a sect to the ground if he had to.Nox said, "We deal with the martial arts world the martial arts way. Stay out of this, Tyson.""But…" Tyson wanted to object, but Nox stopped him."I've wanted to teach the sects a lesson for a long time now. Their hunt just gave me a perfect excuse." Nox's eyes glinted coldly.Six years ago, he was crowned lord. What the sects tried to pull almost led to a war between him and them. However, the nation needed some respite after the big battle. So, Nox restr
The streets of Faeast were shining brightly from all the light, and fireworks dotted the skies. It was as if they were celebrating the New Year.A town about a hundred miles away from Darkbog Mountains was celebrating the event as well. "Nice. I can't believe Snowground just became our vassal state. The wife told me to get a passport for a trip there, but I guess I can skip the procedure now.""You can say that again. My colleagues and I just signed up for a skiing session in Snowground.""Wait, don't you guys think something's off? Why'd Snowground's emperor die all of a sudden? And why'd Snowground submit to us?""Not sure. My cousin's a cook in the frontier, though. He told me Snowground submitted to us because of one person.""Because of one person?""Yes. My cousin said it was because of a lord. Didn't bother telling me his name, but the lord slaughtered his way to Snowground alone. Killed many of their soldiers and even slayed their emperor.""No way that's true. A single
Awesome looked disappointed that Bear didn't want to get some chicks. "So… we're going straight to the boss?""Yeah.""Boring. I don't get to come out every day, you know." Awesome sighed, looking resigned."Come on, why the long face? I had everything planned out back on our flight. This place, especially. Small town, yeah, but the girls here are really cute, and they have some banging clubs, too. Very open women there. Some even play with you naked." Bear leered."They have clubs like that? You sure?" Awesome said loudly, his eyes shining."Sure, they do." Bear pouted."You're the best, Bear! We're bros. I know you'd never trick me!" Awesome said shamelessly."Good. Just follow me closely tonight. We'll have some fun," said Bear.Awesome was delighted, and he pulled Bear's arm. "I should raise a toast to you."The perverts started another round of drinking once more.…An imposing residence stood in the military zone of Imperia. Gigantic pillars towered before the entrance
The old man in the lead was exceptionally powerful among this group. He had a bronze sword on his back and seemed almost like a deity. However, his eyes would gleam coldly, and anyone who met his gaze would feel their blood grow cold.The old man's true power was inscrutable, and the passage of time etched itself heavily on the man's face. Beside the old man was a young, handsome lad. He, too, was in a robe, and he radiated an exceptional aura.More importantly, this young man had powers on par with the Top Legend Realms beside him. His eyes sparkled like stars, and the look on his face spoke of pride and arrogance.The bizarre guests remained silent in their seats when the stone door in the underground chamber cracked open, and a silhouette in a black robe appeared. It was none other than Jacques.Behind Jacques were two elderly men in black robes as well. The moment Jacques showed up, he announced, "Welcome to my household, Mr. Crust."The old man with the bronze sword stood up
"You're right. Although he is a powerful man, he is ultimately still rather young. There are people better than him out there. The martial arts of Faeast has thrived for millennia, and the Three Great Powers mark its establishment. It is suicide for him to fight us alone. You are the representative of Moste Magicke, Mr. Crust. You must help us," beseeched Jacques.Homer smiled. "You flatter me, Jacques. He was the lord, after all. If we wish to attack him, we must gain the permission of other sects." He was a smart man, Homer. Jacques' passionate speech alone was not enough to make him fight Nox.Six years ago, Moste Magicke adamantly objected to Nox's crowning. Yet, Nox subjugated them easily. Homer would not try to take on Nox alone."Worry not, Mr. Crust. I have contacted the other sects. If I'm right, they should be arriving in Imperia soon," said Jacques.Then, someone harrumphed. "Mr. Crust, that man is but a lord. We are more than enough to take him down." The man who spoke
Three months later, Nox declared Faeast as the leader of all nations, ushering in a true era of peace and prosperity. Then, he abdicated the throne, passing the throne to Nineve. Nox proclaimed that this nation was neither the Greenshade nor the Limerent family's, but a world that belonged to its people.One year later, Nox and Queenie lounged under the warm sun on the sandy shores of the Ocean of Death, enjoying a rare moment of tranquility. The world had finally settled into peace, allowing them to take a well-deserved rest."Nono, what's Aphrodite up to?" Queenie asked, her brows furrowed as she leaned against Nox. "Is she planning something shady again? She's been building alliances all over like she wants to imitate the Three-Eyed Empress.""Death changes people," Nox replied calmly. "Don't worry about her. She knows exactly what she's doing."Old Aphrodite would've killed Jacques and run off to save herself without a second thought. Instead, she spared him, stripped his cul
The Nine-State Crucible hovered majestically over the heavens, drawing all the spiritual energy from the Nine States and Five Domains into itself. As the ultimate artifact of Faeast, the crucible was unmatched—a legendary relic that had never known defeat.The origins of the Nine-State Crucible were shrouded in mystery. No one knew who forged it nor why it disappeared over the ages. For centuries, many dismissed it as a mere myth. Yet now, it reappeared, proving its existence—and, by extension, the truth of all the ancient legends tied to it.The sight left every cultivator present in awe, bowing in reverence to the artifact."The ancient sovereigns of Faeast forged the Nine-State Crucible to safeguard the Nine States and Five Domains. "Its power ensures that Ascendants cannot interfere with the mortal realm. It has crushed even Ascendants in the past, and you, still merely a mortal cultivator, think you can stand against it? I promised to crush you, and I will!"With Nox at it
However, only Nox himself could sever the celestial providence. Only by cutting off the Celestial Lord's celestial providence could Faeast's providence be restored to its peak."Damn it! Nox Greenshade! Do you really think you can defy the heavens? I didn't want to damage my cultivation, but it seems I have no choice but to go all out! You think a one-ring Minor Saint can defeat me? I am the Celestial Lord—the apex of mortals, the Great Saint of Dao and Virtue, ordained by the heavens themselves!"The Celestial Lord's furious roar resonated across Mystia, drawing in vast waves of spiritual energy from the realm that converged upon him alone."Great Saint of Dao and Virtue? If the so-called heavens of the Transcendent Firmament made you, it only proves that even they have failures," Nox retorted coldly.Even the Celestial Lord, enraged as he was, could scarcely believe Nox's audacity—daring to disparage the mighty figures of the Transcendent Firmament."I am indeed a one-ring Minor
'What? Griffin was a sworn brother to Magic Mountain's founder?!'"That's right," confirmed the formation master. "He only told us recently."As the first to learn of this connection, he had shared it with the Saints of the Five Elements, ensuring they wouldn't betray their alliance. Using the promise of ascension as leverage, he managed to secure their cooperation. After all, the Great Saint of Fire had already reached the threshold for ascension.The risks were minimal, and upon ascending to the Transcendent Firmament, the Magic Mountain's founder would surely offer his guidance. For that reason alone, the five mentors had rallied to aid Nox.With such mighty forces gathered, morale on Nox's side soared. Meanwhile, the Whitefield family's spirits plummeted, crashing from the heights of hope to the depths of despair in mere moments. The mental strain caused several of their weaker-willed members to break completely.With dread settling over them, the Whitefields could only place
The Whitefields were getting cocky, but then they realized the powerhouses that came weren't responding. The aura was powerful, but there was no life in it. On closer inspection, they noticed that the leader of the group only had half a body left. His soul was missing. The quartet behind him was nothing but a pile of mincemeat.The portal buzzed again, and seven silhouettes came out. Five of them felt domineering, and they looked prideful. It almost felt like they were peerless. These people were none other than the Saints of the Five Elements.Four of them were Pinnacle Minor Saints. While one had an aura so strong, this place couldn't handle it."A Great Saint! Great Saint of Fire!" Fiery Ignis, Dominic, and Achille couldn't believe their eyes.It had been too long since Mystia saw a Great Saint, and he was Nox's mentor."So, he's the one who broke through first. But now he's already hit his bottleneck. The other four's power isn't enough. If the Sacred Beast Seal isn't upgraded
The Montgomerys and the Byrds decided to see Nox together, but they were refused. They were cursing Nox and calling him disrespectful, but then they saw Nox and his team taking a portal to the path of the ancient divine."What? He went right to them? Why? He's going to fight the Celestial Lord now?" The representatives were shocked.'How dare they!' they thought.Nox and his team went through the portal quickly and appeared right over the Whitefields' place. The Whitefield family was the newest member of the divine four and the real mastermind behind the Inkdarks' demise."Kirin, I told you I'd take you back here someday. I told you that when we come back, the Whitefields will be no more. If you can't do it, I can wipe them out for you." Nox looked at Kirin."Don't look down on me, milord. You don't need to dirty your hands for them. I'll do it!" Kirin summoned his avatar, and with Saint power infused, the avatar turned into a real beast. The sacred beast itself descended upon the
"Time to finish this. My lord's going to the path of the ancient divine next. You should decide who's going to take over after the Celestial Lord is taken down. That's all. Now let's talk about our personal business. Listen up, anyone who had a part in attacking my family, tell your clans that I'm coming for them. I'm killing all of you!"Bloodlust filled the air, and the representatives were shocked. "You killed your own family. Yes, we made them attack you, but we never wanted to wipe it out!" the Whitefields' representative said.Kirin flew into a rage. "How low can you go? You forced them to kill me, or you would wipe us out instead! You think I'm stupid? You'd have killed my family either way! I know how you guys function. You're crueler than any beast out there. Listen up, there's still time to plan for your funeral. You'd better make a good plan."Kirin chased everyone away. The families were going back to prepare for battle, but two remained behind. One was the Byrds' repres
Nox's Magick Sword crushed the enemy leader's soul. "I said I would cut you down, and I did. Now do you see who's the ignorant one?"The enemy leader realized that Nox was the man at the pinnacle. Perhaps the moment Nox became a faux Saint, he was already no match for him. "So what if you can kill me? You are Faeast's Sovereign, and you have a duty to push Faeast to power. But the Celestial Lord still exists. As long as he is around, your wish will never be fulfilled." He sneered."Is that so? Well, he's next on the list to be culled. If anyone tries to make an enemy out of me, I will destroy them and their families, even if they are from the path of the ancient divine!"Nox shattered the remains of the soul, and the path of the martial's leader was no more. The problem harassing Faeast for millennia could be solved at long last. Achille was stunned. It hadn't been that long, but Nox had surpassed him.Nox was better than him in every way. He was an even better swordsman than Achil
The enemy leader was waiting. One technique broken wasn't enough to take Nox out. He wanted to wait until Nox had cast all he knew and find an opening to take him down, but Nox wanted to take him down with the power of the sword."You're stubborn. Very well, this makes things easier for me. I'll kill you, or at the very least, wound you!" He'd be stupid not to take advantage of this. The enemy leader's avatar morphed into a gigantic fist and slammed into Nox's chest.The impact shot through his body and reached his soul. Nox spat blood, and his soul was injured.Achille couldn't stand by anymore. Nox just told him not to push himself, but he wasn't taking his own advice. Then, Nox's weak will-of-the-sword shone blindingly, and then Unto the Origin appeared once more."Even under my pressure, you can use this technique? You're strong, but you're as stubborn as your mentor. You've lost your chance! Die! You'll never get here in time, Achille! Shadowkill!"The enemy leader's avatar t