The terrifying impact made the entire ground tremble as if an earthquake had struck. Even more frightening was that the hard ground cracked within a three-hundred feet radius from the point of impact.The figure wore a long gray robe and had gray hair. Although his face was full of wrinkles, a terrifying aura emanated from him.He was none other than Drago!As he leaped down from the helicopter, everyone stared wide-eyed at this eighty-year-old man."Greetings, Father! Welcome back!" Nathan was the first to kneel before him."Greetings, Master Drago! Welcome back!" Immediately after, hundreds of Martial Alliance's members kneeled at Drago's feet.Facing such a scene, Drago waved them off. "There's no need for such formalities. I just don't understand how someone dares to cause trouble on my eightieth birthday!"Hearing his words, Nathan quickly stepped forward. "It's all my fault! I didn't protect our family well. I'm willing to accept any punishment!"Drago merely huffed in re
Drago was the one who loved Melania the most in the entire Regal family. Seeing Melania return, Drago embraced her tightly. Melania, thrilled to see Drago, was crying as she hugged him tightly."Don't cry. Are you hurt? Did he do anything to you? Now that I'm back, you can tell me everything. I'll teach those who hurt you a lesson!" Drago said softly to Melania."I'm not hurt or anything, Grandpa. I just missed you!" Melania looked up while wiping her tears."Silly girl!"Just like that, Melania returned to her family.The main hall of the Martial Alliance's headquarters was filled with people. At the head was Drago, followed by Helios, Nathan, and other sect leaders. They had all come to welcome Drago's return. Now, they were discussing how to deal with Nox."Now that I'm out of isolation and Melania is safe, can anyone tell me what exactly happened?" Drago asked.Suddenly, a disciple from the Saberbreaker Sect knelt and pleaded to Drago, "Please, Master Drago, seek justice for
"Don't worry, I'll definitely avenge everyone!" Drago said with determination. "But I still don't understand. We bear no grudge with that brat. Why must he go so far?" he asked."Father, it's because that brat wants to steal our family heirloom, the Phoenix Eye Bodhi Pearl!" Nathan quickly explained."What? Our family heirloom?" Drago lost his cool.The Phoenix Eye Bodhi Pearl was a treasured heirloom of the Regal family. Drago had been wearing it this entire time, for it could provide energy and nourishment to the wearer, as well as enhance a warrior's inner strength. Thus, the moment he learned the reason behind Nox's massacre in the southwest, he lost it."What a presumptuous brat! How dare he covet our family heirloom! Today, I must see what kind of a person he is!"Just as Drago was about to confront Nox, Melania suddenly rushed out from inside."Grandpa, wait!"Seeing his most beloved granddaughter, Drago quickly said, "Melania, shouldn't you be resting inside? Why did you
Tears filled Melania's eyes as she cried out, "N-No!""In that case, why are you pleading for an outsider?" Drago pressed.Melania was instantly at a loss for words. She couldn't even figure out why she would plead for Nox.Logically speaking, she should hate Nox to the point of itching to end his life.But now, she was actually interceding for him.Therefore, it wasn't just Drago. Anyone else would also be baffled by her unusual response.After giving it a thought, Melania looked up with teary eyes and remarked, "Grandpa, to tell you the truth, I considered that guy a demon from the first time I saw him!"His character and the aura he exuded were unlike anything I've ever witnessed before!"H-He's parallel to an entity as divine as a god yet as unholy as a demon!"My entire body would tremble in fear whenever I see him!"Maybe you guys don't get my point, but you know what? He's extremely strong, and I mean it. His powers are beyond one's imagination!"That's why I'm fearfu
While Drago was deciding to issue a death battle challenge, Nox was still meditating peacefully in the Regals' manor.At this moment, Nathan arrived at the gate of the run-down Regal Residence with his men.He had come to issue a death battle challenge.Raising his head, he glanced at the gate. His heart was filled with infinite hatred when he saw what was once a gilded gate had now been broken apart by Nox's blade."I'll go in and find Greenshade. You guys stay here and wait for my return."After Nathan instructed his men, he strode into the manor, which once belonged to the Regals.Shortly after, he arrived at the main hall and saw a gigantic figure as tall as a mountain standing still at the hall entrance.It was none other than the corpse titan, Copperpeak.As soon as Nathan approached, Copperpeak abruptly looked up. It remained expressionless as it stared at Nathan. At the same time, it made a beast-like growl.It appeared as though it would immediately rip Nathan in two
Nathan kept boasting.As Nox looked down at the death battle challenge, he let out a soft sigh. "Whatever. Since the Regals insist on seeking death, I'll fulfill your wishes. I accept this death battle challenge!"With that said, Nox raised his hand and slashed it downward. Through his magick, his name was stamped onto the letter.When Nathan saw this, a flicker of malice shone in his eyes."Very well!"Since you've signed the death battle challenge, I'll be seeing you at Swallowstream at ten in the morning tomorrow. We'll be waiting for you."Nathan left the hall as soon as he was done speaking.As he did so, Nox mumbled to himself, "It's time to close the chapter on Southtomb."...The Swallowstream of the southwest ran through five provinces and was thousands of miles long.The riverbanks of Swallowstream had always been the most popular destination for tourists to visit.However, not one tourist could be seen today.Because the death battle between Nox and Drago would b
The Regals were talking among themselves.Meanwhile, a few Phantomslayer disciples, dressed in robes with wooden hair sticks, wheeled over a frail-looking old man to the pavilion.Taking a closer look, the old man turned out to be Ludwig, the Prime Phantomslayer Nox had stripped of his powers."Ludwig, didn't I tell you to rest well? Why are you here?" Helios couldn't resist asking upon noticing him.Ludwig, who was seated in a wheelchair, did not look as grand and powerful as he used to be. Instead, he seemed to have aged drastically, while his face looked to have been stripped of all color.With pain, Ludwig snapped his eyes open and spat out through gritted teeth, "That's because I want to see that scoundrel die with my own eyes!"I can only rest well when I see him die in person."Naturally, Helios knew just how strong the grudge and hatred Ludwig harbored.With a sigh, Helios said, "Don't worry. With Master Drago fighting today, that brat will never get out of here alive."
The wrinkled face that belonged to Helios twisted in confusion as he registered what he was looking at."How can this be? How can my Eyes of Heaven not sense a single hint of the brat's powers?"Ludwig feebly commented from his wheelchair, "There's only one explanation for that kind of situation. That means the scoundrel's powers have reached heights unimaginable to us."The look on Helios' face turned even uglier.While he was unable to accept the truth deep down, Nox did thoroughly cripple a Phantomslayer like Ludwig. No matter how much of a fool Helios could be, he knew for a fact that Nox's powers were definitely not low.As Nox and Copperpeak arrived at the riverbanks of Swallowstream, the Regals were glaring hard at Nox with hatred.All except for Melania, who was anxiously clutching at the corners of her sleeves while worriedly gazing at Nox.As for Nox, the moment he arrived at Swallowstream's riverbanks, he looked up toward the center of the stream.On the surface of 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