She continued with a smirk adorned on her lips, "If Nox were to die right now, who do you think the people would remember? Me or a corpse?"Penelope shot back, "And you think you can just eliminate the Greenshade clan?""Why not? Have you forgotten? Every last one of you in the Greenshade clan is at our mercy now. Your clan could vanish from this world with just a word from my lips!" Aphrodite declared, her voice dripping with menace."You wouldn't dare!" Penelope roared, her voice unexpectedly fierce for a woman of ninety with no martial skills.No one anticipated the chilling aura that suddenly surrounded her."Listen well, girl! Allow me to remind you that my clan has never feared death. My grandson will avenge us even if you wipe us out!"Aphrodite burst into giggles at Penelope's words."They say the Greenshade clan is stubborn. After our enlightening chat today, I see that the rumors are true! Grandma, my advice to you is simple. Cooperate with us, or every poor soul in yo
"Don't worry, Grandpa. I'll make that old hag submit to us!" Aphrodite declared, her voice sharp and resolute.A sudden burst of laughter erupted from Jacques."Why are you laughing, Grandpa?" she asked, bewilderment flickering across her face."I'm just amused that you would underestimate that matriarch so badly!" he replied, chuckling."What do you mean, Grandpa? She's just a blind old lady with no power to back up her words! Surely, I can handle her!" Aphrodite shot back, a hint of defiance in her tone."No, you can't handle her," Jacques said bluntly."How can that be? Grandpa, you're seriously underestimating me!" Aphrodite pouted, her expression morphing into one of defiance."I'm not underestimating you. You're underestimating that matriarch!" Jacques lifted his gaze, his tone turning earnest. "Do you know why the Greenshade clan has become the strongest in the world and why they have commanded respect in Imperia for so many years? They still have countless Legend Realm w
"Aphrodite, you should know by now why I told you that you can't win against the matriarch of the Greenshade family, yes?" Jacques said. Aphrodite fell silent. Frankly speaking... She never thought that the Greenshade clan would have such a history or someone that legendary. After she gave it some thought, she asked, "Is this the real reason you've been so afraid of the Greenshade clan, Grandpa?"Jacques slowly nodded. "Did you know? While the Greenshade clan had fallen from grace, it was still the same family once known as the most powerful in the world. Before we have absolute confirmation that Cassian is dead, none of us can make a move against anyone in the family," he replied. Aphrodite nodded and remained silent. "Remember this, Aphrodite. We are capturing those from the Greenshade clan to deal with Nox. Once Nox is dead, our family will have complete control over the martial artists of Faeast."That was what he eventually concluded. There were no more protests fr
What?"Daniel is already at the Supreme Top Legend Realm?"The news had the same effect as a bomb, leaving everyone dumbfounded and frozen in shock.The Supreme Top Legend Realm!What did that mean?It meant someone who was absolutely invincible unless their opponent was also in the Top Legend Realm.Aside from Drago, nearly no one had attained the Upper Three of the Top Legend Realm.Anyone who was at that rank would be a formidable ruler of their territory, like a powerful patriarch.Now, Jacques claimed Daniel was at the legendary Supreme Realm."H-How can it be?"My master said that apart from members of Mystia and the Six Great Sects, it is a nearly impossible task for anyone in Faeast to reach the Upper Three of the Top Legend Realm, let alone the Supreme Top Legend Realm," there was an incredibly ugly look on Calahad's face as he said that."Are you doubting me, Mr. Calahad?" Jacques questioned."I would never dare!" Calahad hurriedly responded.After all, while the
Everyone was panicking and worried out of their minds, except for Daniel, who did not move a single inch from his spot.He remained as still as stone with his eyes closed. There was a particularly blank look on his face.It seemed as though he was not affected at all by everything happening around him.Time passed. Eventually, Claude walked over to Daniel. "Are we going to just allow ourselves to be trapped here, Daniel?"Everyone turned to look at Daniel."For our mother, that is all we can do." Daniel finally said.Claude punched the steel bars in fury upon hearing that unsatisfactory answer. There was a loud rumble as the sturdy bars curved and bent with the force of his punch.What could he do about it? He was just too angry.The Greenshade clan was a powerful family. Yet, they could not do anything while their matriarch was being held captive. How could Claude not be furious?"Hey, do you want to die? Behave when you're here!"Due to Claude's punch bending the bars, one
Nox's face was icy cold.He glanced at the destroyed manor and sternly ordered, "Keep killing! Keep up the search!"I will find Grandma even if I have to tear the entire city apart!"Awesome and Jasper let out a shout of acknowledgement.Then, the trio continued the massacre of the Mousse family.As they were about to leave the completely demolished manor of the Mousse family, a woman suddenly appeared."Awesome, did you miss me?"Awesome visibly froze in surprise when he heard the soft voice."Huh? Felicity, why are you here?"The newcomer was Felicity from the Grand Weaver's Workshop."I missed you. So, I came looking for you," Felicity said playfully with a wink.Awesome was thrilled to hear that.He instantly approached her and lifted her curvy figure into the air with a hug."You're the best, Felicity! I love you!"Awesome was ecstatic to have Felicity in his arms.Jasper silently stared."This perverted monk actually won over that minx from the Grand Weaver's Work
When Nox heard that the Six Great Sects would be meeting later that day at the Ninedragon Peak, the murderous rage he felt nearly warped his good looks.He turned to Felicity and demanded, "You are part of the Six Great Sects. Why are you telling me this? Shouldn't you be fighting alongside the other sects?"Nox knew from the very start that the Grand Weaver's Workshop had allied with the Mousse family.Back in the Darkbog Mountains, Felicity had even wanted to capture Nox.Why would she choose to help him now?Naturally, that made him suspicious.Felicity grinned. "Would you believe me if I said it's for Awesome?"Nox turned to look at Awesome upon hearing that.Awesome's eyes went wide as he blurted, "Felicity, are you really doing this for me?""Of course!"I love you so much! Of course, I have to help you. Furthermore, the three sects are arrogant bullies. I've disliked them for a long time," Felicity continued to say."Whoa! You're the best, Felicity! My love for you ke
Homer of Moste Magicke, Calahad of the Pavilion of Regality, Shatterheart of the House of Enlightenment, and others were seated around a large round stone table inside the palace.However, they were the only ones there without a single member of the Mousse family to be seen."Everyone, while only three of us are here at this meeting for the Six Great Sects, the meeting will still have to go on." The speaker who broke the silence was Homer.Ever since Jasper killed Yorhar, Moste Magicke's successor, Homer became the temporary leader of Moste Magicke.Shatterheart slowly said, "I'm afraid just the three of us won't be strong enough to fight against Lord Nox. Isn't that right, Mr. Crust?""There's no need to worry about that. Since we are allies, there is no need for secrecy. The four great patriarchs of my sect are here as well," Homer replied."Oh? Really?"Shatterheart was visibly shocked to hear that.Everyone from the Pavilion of Regality looked at Homer in surprise as well.
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