"Nox!""This lecherous monk is unbelievable!"Nox was also speechless. He hadn't expected that Awesome would actually hit it off with someone from Grand Weaver's Workshop, and things had escalated so quickly! His expression was one of pure exasperation."Let's leave them alone for now," he said, turning and walking away.Jasper cast a reluctant glance in Awesome's direction, clearly unhappy, but he followed Nox without saying a word.More than twenty minutes passed before Awesome finally emerged from the grove with Felicity. His face was beaming with satisfaction while Felicity's cheeks were flushed."Felicity, from now on, you're mine. Don't worry; I'll love you and protect you with all my heart!" Awesome declared, puffing out his chest as he spoke.Felicity giggled, her voice light and teasing. "At least you know how to treat a girl right. You've earned my affection, haven't you?""You're the best, Felicity! You're my sweetheart!"As the two of them flirted, they suddenly no
Imperia, within the Greenshade clan.Ever since Nox returned, the Greenshade clan had experienced an unusual calm. That night, within the vast and empty courtyard of the Greenshade estate, a small figure was riding a tiny cart, running around.The child was none other than Gina.As she was joyfully riding around, a rustling noise suddenly came from the bushes ahead. Startled by the noise, she stopped her cart. Her wide, bright eyes stared at the bushes. From within the shadows of the bush, a large venomous snake, as thick as a wrist, suddenly lunged forward, its fangs gleaming as it shot straight toward her!"Ah!" A sharp scream escaped her lips.In that instant, two figures appeared at her side out of nowhere."Miss Gina, are you alright?" The two men who appeared were elite protectors of the Greenshade clan."S-Snake… A big snake…" Gina pointed toward the bushes as her voice trembled in fear.The two protectors turned their heads and saw a black serpent slithering out o
"Did Jacques send you?" Daniel asked in a cold tone."That's right!" Venom sneered with a villainous grin. "I heard from Mr. Mousse that you were the best in Imperia thirty years ago. Today, I've come to see whether those rumors are true!"Daniel sneered, "You really think you deserve it?"Venom chuckled darkly. "Whether I'm worthy or not, you'll soon find out!""Daniel, ignore this ugly slime and stop wasting time! I'll kill him!" Claude yelled, and he raced forward without pausing! He was notorious for having a blazing temper and never holding back. He could not bear the insolence of these invaders, who dared to enter the Greenshade estate and speak so haughtily.With a single punch, packed with the force of a thunderclap, he unleashed his attack.Just as he unleashed his attack, Slaughter, who was standing beside Venom, unsheathed his blade with a metallic clang. The black blade tore through the air, sending a massive arc of energy straight toward Claude, and the two clashed
Venom watched as Daniel effortlessly shattered his Ghostly Claw with a single move. His gaze darkened and was filled with a chilling menace. "As expected from Mr. Greenshade," he muttered.Then, he opened his mouth and spit out something. A dark, evil energy emerged from his mouth. When it appeared, Venom's right hand made a swift gesture, and the evil energy turned into a long sword. The blade hummed with malevolent energy.Gripping the black sword tightly, he lunged toward Daniel with lightning speed.Daniel, however, stood calmly in place. He did not even bother to move his feet. Instead, he raised a single hand and gave a slap.The sheer force of Daniel's strike met the long sword head-on. It was as if a mountain had crashed down upon it. The force sent waves of pain up Venom's arm as his body was knocked backward several steps in mid-air."Incredible…" he muttered.Venom took a deep breath, and his face turned grim as he stared at Daniel, who remained completely unfazed whil
Daniel spread his palm wide, and a small, floating sword appeared in his hand. The sword was no larger than his palm, yet the moment it materialized, its overwhelming aura enveloped the entire Greenshade estate."A flying sword?" Venom's already hideous face contorted further with dread as his eyes locked onto the sword."How... How is it that you have a Magic Mountain flying sword?"While Venom trembled in fear, Daniel raised his hand and pointed. "Go!"The palm-sized sword transformed into a streak of white light and sped toward the massive black hand in the sky like a shooting star!The massive black hand that covered the sky was shattered in an instant, destroyed by Daniel's single strike. Wherever the sword passed, everything perished in its wake. Not only did it destroy Venom's massive hand, but it also flew straight toward him!'What?' Staring at such a terrifying sword hurtling toward him, Venom panicked. Quickly, he formed seals with his hands, and layers of poisonous gr
"You poisoned my son with Kirin Firepoison and tried to kill him!"And not only that, but you also seized his throne and ambushed him time and time again! Yet here you stand, talking about strengthening our bond?"You shameless old fool!" Daniel started to curse.If it weren't for Nox being protected by the Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual, he would have died long ago in the Ocean of Death. How could he have survived until now? And yet, at this moment, Jacques dared to talk about strengthening their bond? What a joke!"Ah," Jacques sighed. "Since you don't agree, we have no choice but to settle this by force.""You truly believe the Greenshade Clan and Nox alone can stand against the Three Great Powers?" His voice dripped with menace."That's none of your concern, you old scoundrel!" Daniel sneered. "Remember this: A Greenshade will die standing on their feet, not kneeling in submission!"Jacques laughed wildly upon hearing this. "Very well! Then let me witness your so-called strength
Seeing Daniel's shocking palm attack, Jacques smiled faintly and said, "Since you seek battle, I shall indulge you!"He raised his right hand, meeting the attack with one of his own.The two waves of energy collided, and it unleashed a terrifying explosion that swept across a hundred feet in all directions. Everything within the blast radius, such as the Greenshade clan's houses and everything else, was reduced to ash.This was the true clash of titans.…While the Mousses launched their attack on the Greenshade clan, Nox sat quietly with his friends in a small courtyard.Tonight, the night sky was clear and peaceful, but Nox couldn't shake an uneasy feeling that gnawed at him. Ever since dusk, his heart had been clouded with a sense of dread. It weighed heavily on him, making him feel restless and uneasy.He frowned and looked up at the brilliant stars, lost in contemplation. "Nox, what's wrong? You've been looking worried since dinner. Is something wrong?" Queenie steppe
"What?!" Awesome and Jasper exclaimed in unison as soon as they learned about the news. Nox froze in place, for he couldn't believe that Daniel and Winston were dead."Boss?""Nox?"Instantly, Awesome and Jasper both looked at Nox worriedly. However, he just stood stiffly."Cheer up, Nox. I will avenge Daniel and Winston," Claude said as he walked toward Nox.The second he arrived at a distance of approximately three feet away from Nox, Nox suddenly waved his palm. A powerful gust of air washed over Claude like a tidal wave.As Claude didn't expect Nox to suddenly attack him, he failed to defend himself against the attack. After being violently knocked away, he leaped into the air and flew several feet away. Then, he glared viciously at Nox."Nox, why did you attack me?" Claude questioned.Since Awesome and Jasper didn't expect that Nox would suddenly attack Claude, they, too, were baffled as they witnessed the scene before them.As for Nox, he stood coldly in the dark of nigh
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
Aphrodite was a master manipulator. She knew the weaknesses of Nox's underlings, and she praised Bard, "At least you know where you stand, Bard. You never overreach. Though we failed to make you one of us, I still thought it'd be a shame to kill you."Bard smiled. "Oh, you're such an actor, Ms. Mousse. You know why we don't like you? Queenie is a genuine lady, just like our lord. You're far inferior to her. And don't flatter yourself. Of course, I know where I stand. I can't even reach the pinnacle of martial arts, let alone cultivation."No matter how smart I am, my lack of talents holds me back. I can never be made an important leader." He was only spared because he couldn't become a threat to the Mousses.Nox didn't use schemes because he didn't need them. Absolute power could trump any plot.Vermilion Bird clenched her teeth. "What is the meaning of this? The lord knows that the bitch is here?"Bard shook his head. Vermilion Bird was a smart woman, but Aphrodite made her lose
Aphrodite felt nothing but sorrow, and Vermilion Bird burst into laughter. "I expected nothing less from these people. Your men are just like their employers. Hey, knights, you guys want to find out more about Faeast martial arts? See those Mousse guys? They're masters. Deal with them."Vermilion Bird gave her orders. She knew these people would escape the moment she showed up. The knights flew off, going after the escaped Mousses. The Mousses were a family of warriors, while these knights were cultivators, to an extent. They wore mystical artifacts, and the Mousses' guys didn't have something like that.The battle was fierce but short. The Mousses' powerhouses were taken out, and the rest were dealt with by the Shadow Division."And now only you're left. Interesting, isn't it? Karma always bites you in the ass. You betrayed my lord, and now your men betray you. You deserve this," Vermilion Bird cursed."Yes, I deserve this, but as long as he wants to be the Nine-State Lord, then w
'The beating heart of this land?' The woman's underlings looked grim. They were supposed to be the master tacticians here. Yet, Nox played them like a cheap kazoo. 'He's a far better tactician than we expected!'Nox began his counterattack not long after the Ocean of Death incident. This woman was none other than Aphrodite, Nox's old flame. When she saw Brundela's fate stabilizing, she knew right then that things had gotten out of her hands."Tell the Mousses in Eropa to retreat right away. There is no need to stay here any longer. He's not attacking us because he's waiting for us to do the same. The moment our men try to start anything, he'll swoop in and take them all out. "No one can beat him if he decides to go all the way. Not even me," said Aphrodite.Suddenly, the Mousses' powerhouse noticed something. "I sense bloodlust. Who goes there? Show yourself!" The powerhouses unsheathed their weapons and stood around Aphrodite, protecting her.A group of black silhouettes appeare