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
After revealing Astrid's real identity, Nox pressed coldly, "Tell me, who sent you over? How dare you pretend to be my uncle?"With a smile, Astrid said, "I can't tell you.""You refuse to tell us, huh? Then, die!" Awesome was the first to attack. He raised his fist and charged straight at Astrid like a comet.However, as the famous Jade Countenance Foxy, Astrid naturally possessed a strong cultivation level. As soon as Awesome's terrorizing fist launched toward her, she flashed into the sky and swiftly retaliated with one of her palm technique moves. When her palm technique and Awesome's fist collided, the impact sent her flying backward several feet away."Gee! I thought I could handle you easily. But surprise, surprise, you're actually this smart. How boring! Since it's no fun here, I'm leaving now." With that, Astrid turned around and leaped into the night."Trying to leave, huh? Well, not on my watch! Stay here and fight!" Once again, Awesome roared and started to chase after
"Talk! What are you doing here?" Nox grabbed Douglas by the collar, his eyes blazing with murderous intent as he glared at him.The surrounding soldiers of the Forbidden Army flinched, fear rippling through them.Douglas could barely breathe at this point as his chest tightened in fear. He stammered, "Lord Nox, please calm down… I just got word that the Greenshade clan was under attack! I sent help the moment I heard!"Nox loosened his grip upon hearing his answer. "Grandma!" he bellowed before dashing toward the Greenshade estate with the speed of a shooting star.Out of everyone in the Greenshade clan, Penelope, the matriarch of the Greenshade family, was the one Nox cherished most. She nearly cried her eyes out for him. She even went as far as to sacrifice everything she had. She was the only person he had ever felt he had let down in his clan.Now, with the clan under siege, his first thought was to make sure she was safe.He shot into the backyard of the Greenshade estate, h
As soon as the name of the Mousses left the old man's lips, Nox's face darkened while a cold fury settled in his eyes.He wasn't the only one. Awesome and Douglas, standing beside him, also wore grim expressions, the weight of the revelation sinking in.Nox pressed further, his voice stern. "What about my grandma? My father? Where are the others?"The old guard, who was barely holding on, rasped, "Mr. Greenshade… they were all taken by that Mousse bastard. Everyone's been captured.""What? Captured?" Nox's face tightened, anger bubbling beneath the surface."Yes," the old man wheezed, barely able to speak.Then, he revealed the full horror of what had happened to the Greenshade clan that night with his dying breath.It turned out that tonight's battle wasn't a true defeat for the Greenshade clan. The tide had turned when the Mousses secretly captured Penelope, throwing the entire Greenshade clan into chaos.Once the Mousses had her in their grasp, Jacques used the opportunity t
Ever since Aphrodite seized Nox's lordship, the residence had been renamed "Phoenix Residence."Right now, Phoenix Residence was a fortress, its defenses tight as a drum. Every corner was occupied by military personnel on high alert.Just then, three figures emerged from the shadows, advancing steadily toward the fortified gates.They were none other than Nox, Awesome, and Jasper.Several guards immediately spotted them the second they stepped into view at the entrance."Stop! This is a military zone. No unauthorized personnel are allowed entry!" one of the guards barked.Alas, his warning fell on deaf ears.The trio continued striding forward with purpose, unfazed by the warning."This is your last warning! If you don't stop, we'll shoot!" the guards shouted, raising their weapons, ready to fire.Just then, Nox's icy voice sliced through the tension, declaring, "I'm only here for Aphrodite Mousse! Whoever gets in my way will die!"The guards froze at the sound of Aphrodite's
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