Scared by Nox's anger, Thalia quickly retreated. "I-I didn't delete her number.""You're lying!" Nox roared. He quickly lifted Thalia off the bed.Terrified, Thalia started crying again, and she confessed, "Yes, yes, I did it…""Why'd you delete her number? Tell me!" Nox asked furiously."Because you care about her, and I got jealous." Thalia hiccoughed, but she spoke the truth. "Let me go!"Nox was frustrated, but he couldn't take it out on a young girl like her. He let go of Thalia, and the girl fell with a thud.Thalia kept bawling and wailing. Aggrieved, she said, "You meanie! I like you so much, but you keep bullying me! I-I won't like you anymore!"The girl ran out of the room, still crying and bawling. Nox stood still, black as thunder.Jebediah, hearing the commotion, quickly came in. "What happened, milord?"Nox harrumphed. "When you get the chance, send that girl off. I don't want to see her again!"Jebediah had no idea what happened, but he quickly said, "Yes, milo
Nox narrowed his eyes. 'Voxlia, huh? One of the ten nations involved in that big battle,' he thought.Voxlia was the nation closest to Faeast. Back then, Nox waged a battle so terrible that there was not a single soul left in the vicinity of Voxlia. A big pit of bodies was left under the Devil's Peak.Because of that, the children of Voxlia would cry in fear at the mention of Lord Nox."And?" Nox asked."I have received news that the auction will officially begin tonight. I would like to go with you and retrieve the plant, milord."Nox grunted. Ever since he was infected by the poison, Nox had been using the Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual to keep the toxin down, but as long as it wasn't cured, Nox could never regain his former power.He had to find all three plants as soon as possible. Now that Alexander, after much difficulties, found news of one, Nox had to get the plant, of course."Then we have our plan, milord. I shall pick you up at six. We shall get the plant for you."Nox n
The Stretch Lincoln Limousine came to a stop, and out came a bald, burly man. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches, he resembled an ox, and his muscles were the size of mountains. A crimson flower was tattooed on the back of his head.The bald man opened the car's door, after which a handsome, smiling lad came out, followed by an old man in a black shirt. The old man had sunken cheekbones and a gaze as sharp as a falcon's.He radiated an air more terrifying than the bald man. The final member of this misfit group to show was a woman in a bodycon dress, and she attracted everyone's attention.The lady was gorgeous that everyone could not tear their gaze away from her. She had a voluptuous figure, and her purple dress clung to her skin tightly. The men couldn't stop staring at her legs.Everyone around the woman, the old man included, bowed to her."Who are those people?""No idea.""Weird. Why did these guys come? Seems like they're from out of town."The local bluebloods were surprised
More and more bluebloods arrived at Universal Center. The auction would be a gathering to behold, and yet a storm was brewing.The rich guys all over the nation were gathered on the 66th floor. Redmoon Auction House was a famous international auction house, so the auction tonight would surely be spectacular.The auction house occupied two stories. The first story was for the retail investors, while the second story was reserved for the VIP players, and there were only little more than a dozen rooms on the second story.Nox was in one of the rooms. As the richest man of Riverton, Alexander had reserved a room in the VIP zone for Nox the moment he knew the ice plant would go on auction.Alexander was standing beside Nox quietly while Jebediah was on Nox's other side. The auction hadn't begun yet, and more guests were trickling in.The flags of Voxlia and the emblem of Redmoon Auction House could be seen everywhere. There were also warriors from Voxlia standing around as well.Nox c
While everyone was preoccupied with the almost lascivious dance, no one noticed Nox slowly opening his eyes. That was because he sensed that the dancers were all warriors.When he took a closer look, he noticed a black sauvastika symbol etched on the dancers' arms. "Hm? That's the sign of Black Flag!" Nox radiated killing intentions.Black Flag was the largest spy organization of Voxlia, and they worked in the fields of assassination, information, and recon. During the Battle of the Ten Nations, Black Flag had tried to get their hands on Faeast's information.Nox was surprised to see this group infiltrate Riverton. "I see the auction house is connected to Black Flag." Once again, Nox scanned the whole place, and he noticed powerful warriors hiding in every corner."Interesting." Nox sneered and closed his eyes again.The dance ended soon after, and it was now time for the main event. The man with the turban appeared on the stage once more to explain the rules of the auction. Natur
"That's the ice plant."The moment the old man pulled the cloth away, everyone looked at the cabinet. Within the crystal cabinet sat a flower clear as crystal and slithering as a snake. The flower only had four petals, and its stem meandered like a viper.Discussion rippled through the crowd as Nox stared at the flower. "The flower is freezing, and it has the shape of a snake. Yes, it's an ice plant that's been living for a thousand years."The moment Nox was sure the flower was what he needed, Alexander said, "Milord, this is the treasure I told you about."Nox nodded. "Leave everything else to me." He stood up.The Voxlian elder announced the starting bid, which was at 10 million. The bluebloods were in an uproar. Most of them didn't think the plant was worth that much.Still, some of the richer guys made their bids. The first bid was 12 million."15 million!""18 million!"The Riverton locals were bidding against the guys from other states, perhaps to make things more inter
"No idea. He's from out of town.""Unbelievable. They came here and challenged Alexander himself?"The bluebloods were in discussion while Alexander looked at Madam Rose's room. Larry looked at Alex smugly.Alexander was unfazed. He didn't care about money. He'd spend all of it to get the plant for Nox. Thirty million was nothing. He raised his hand. "Seventy-five million."And the crowd was in an uproar. Even the host looked at Alexander in disbelief. 'Five times the price at one go?' he wondered in bewilderment."That's Riverton's richest man for you.""Yeah. He's the only person who can make that offer."Larry was not intimidated by the offer. He smiled. "Ninety million."Before the host could say anything, Alexander raised his hand once more. "A hundred and fifty million."In mere moments, Alexander had doubled his bid. The bluebloods fell into stunned silence."Who is that guy? I can't believe he's going against Alexander," one rich guy asked."I know! They're Sovereign
Alexander and Jebediah felt their legs buckle. If anyone else had said something like that, Sovereign Society's members would hunt them down, but not if it was Nox. Not if it was the same man who destroyed the army of the ten nations alone.Alexander took a deep breath and gave Nox a thumbs up. "That is very impressive, milord.""We got the plant. Time to leave." Nox didn't want to stay anymore, so he got up.Before he could leave, however, the host announced, "Next up is our last item for the night. It is the most expensive and valuable item we have ever auctioned off since the inception of our auction house. And this is the treasure of your previous guardian, Lord Nox."The event fell deathly quiet. The previous guardian of Faeast, Lord Nox, was the very same man in the room on the second floor.Nox did not expect these people to auction his possession, and the gaze in his eyes turned icy."Milord, the bastards are going to auction your stuff?" Alexander was flabbergasted.Jeb
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