Yet, Nox didn't even move in the face of the attacks. He swung his right arm, and a silhouette flew ahead. Thuds echoed in the air, and the two warriors flew across the room. One crashed into a pillar, while the other slammed into a coffee table. Blood sprayed from their mouths, and they blacked out.It was so fast that no one saw how Nox moved. Even Samuel was stunned by his lackeys' instant defeat."So, you're a warrior as well? But you're still going to die! Mr. Manor, kill him!" Samuel roared.A dwarfish old man walked out of the crowd. He was obviously a sorcerer, and his face was covered in black marks. There seemed to be venom in his eyes, and he stared at Nox. "You're a Grandmaster, I reckon, but do you really think you can save the day?" The old man had a Gungsten accent.Nox had noticed the sorcerer a while ago. He was just a top Zen Realm sorcerer, but the power he had was different from the people in Faeast's sects. He had the air of formations around him.Nox didn't
The eatery was enveloped by an air of bloodcurdling chill. As Yin energy swam around the parlor, Madison and Queenie felt like they were plunged into a cave made of ice. They were starting to shiver. Even the bonsai on the table was starting to wilt."Darkchill Curse, go!" The sorcerer laughed smugly as he made a bizarre seal, and then he pointed at Nox.Five slivers of chilly, violent energy flew at Nox."You played yourself, fool! You should never have given me time!"The Darkchill Curse was the sorcerer's signature move, but the only drawback was how much time he needed to cast it. Nox, however, gave him enough time to cast it, so of course, he was smug about it.Just as Nox expected, this old man was a Gungsten sorcerer. Gungsten was the capital of spellcasters, and the spells there were different from Faeast's. The sorcerers from the northern part of Gungsten specialized in curses and formations.What the old man cast was a curse. As mentioned before, five slivers of chilly,
With a single blow, Nox seriously injured Samuel's sorcerer underling. Samuel's face contorted. Everyone else stood in fear, not daring to take another step.Even Madison and Queenie were staring at Nox with widened eyes. One was impressed, while the other was in love.Nox said coolly, "Told you you'd regret this. Now, do you believe me?"The sorcerer's shoulder had a hole bored into it. He was spewing blood. "Please, spare me. I didn't think you were… Please, have mercy!""Of course. Just tell me something. Are you a cursemaster from Gungsten?"Mr. Manor said, "Yes. I'm Jason Manor, a member of the sect of Moste Magicke.""I see." Nox said coolly, "You may scram now."Relieved that he was spared, the old man scrambled away. The fact he ran off upset Samuel. He didn't look happy at all."Damn him! I paid 10 million for his security services, and he ditched me?"Nox turned to look at Samuel. "Your turn."Samuel shivered. "W-What do you want?" He staggered backward as he spoke.
"Show him further disrespect, and I will send the southwest's police after you!"The man was Sean Ball, governor of the southwest. He had been trying to develop this region's economy for years and was here to butter up Samuel so that he could get Samuel's help, but then Nox ruined everything.Nox shot him an icy look. "So, you're this place's governor?""Yes, and what can you do about it? You'd better do as I say and let him go. Perhaps I'll have mercy on you. If you don't, I'll slam you behind bars!" Sean said shrilly.Nox laughed. "You're probably the first guy who has the guts to say you'll slam me behind bars.""And I'll go through with it! Mr. Lampshade, call the police! I will see to it that this punk is slammed behind bars today!"A secretary with gold-rimmed glasses started to make a call. Madison and Queenie were getting scared. After all, Nox was crossing a governor."I'm sorry for getting you into this, sir. Why don't we let this slide?" Madison said fearfully."We s
The Shadow Division was the most mysterious department in Faeast. They did not work for the military or the politicians. They were only loyal to Lord Nox and the emperor. They had the power to carry out their duty without orders.Even governors had to bow to Shadow Division members. After all, a few years back, when a southwest governor was found guilty of corruption and the oppression of the people, Bard sliced his head off and tossed it to the military.The new governor was now threatening to arrest Nox and send him to jail. Bear wouldn't stand for this. After he sent off the Shadow Division, Bear sought out Augustus. "We're going to kill someone, you little monster!"Augustus was still wearing white, and his sword was sheathed in a black scabbard on his back. He didn't even look at Bear. "I'm not going," he said."My foot!" Bear flew into a rage. "Someone wants to arrest the lord and slam him behind bars, and you're not going?"The stony Augustus opened his eyes and leaped into
"Good. Let's see how he likes that!"Time went by. Less than five minutes later, everyone heard sirens blaring.Thrilled, Mr. Lampshade said, "The police are here, governor!"The fat Sean sneered. "There's no escaping now, punk."Nox was still sipping his tea. "You dumbass. Do I look like I'm running?""The police are here, sir. What should we do?" Madison was scared. She knew Nox was a powerful warrior, but this was Faeast's police force they were dealing with. Nox couldn't possibly win.The sirens were getting louder, and Queenie was scared. "Yeah, Nono. We should get going."Nox smiled at the ladies. "I told you, there's nothing to worry about. No one can hurt you. Just watch me."The ladies had no choice but to wait in worry. They had no idea what Nox was up to. They didn't know how he would deal with the police. Most of all, they were worried that Nox might be imprisoned.A group of uniformed officers came in. There were about forty of them, and all were armed with guns.
When Milo saw how Samuel was kneeling before Nox, his face fell. When he looked at Nox, he felt his heart skip a beat, and a sense of pressure welled within his soul. It was more terrifying than the commanders' aura.Milo took a deep breath. All of this seemed incredible to him, but he was still the police chief. "How dare you commit an act of violence in the southwest! You look down on the police!"Nox slowly looked at Milo. "They deserve this punishment.""Insolent! You're justifying your actions? Your assault comes with consequences!"Nox laughed and looked at Milo again. "I know, but the wicked deserve their punishment."He stared into Milo's eyes and started saying something weird. "'Keep this nation safe, with justice in your heart. Slay the wicked wherever you see them. Extol justice wherever they are.' You're an ex-Shadow Division. You know what that means."'What?' Milo trembled when Nox started reciting the most important creed of the Shadow Division. He looked at Nox i
"I order you to arrest this bastard right now!" roared Sean.But then, a louder roar came from outside. "You fucking moron! Alright, which one of you idiots wants my lord arrested?"Hundreds of figures clad in black swarmed into the eatery, following a corpulent man and a lad in white.Bear was finally here, and accompanying him was Augustus himself. They were also in the company of Jesse the military judge and a hundred Shadow Division members.Sean, his secretary, and the crippled Samuel were stumped. Even Madison and Queenie were surprised, their eyes going wide. They had no idea who these people were."Who are you? This is trespassing! Take these criminals down, Mr. Ground!" Sean ordered, displeased about the sudden interruption by these armed individuals.Before Milo could say anything, someone hollered, "You'd arrest your own comrade, Milo?" Jesse the military judge was the one who spoke.Milo turned around and saw him. "Military judge?" He went down on his knees. "Hail, m
"What a joke. Do you think that shabby saber can defeat me? Even if Sariel were here, I could still take him down. You're not a talented cultivator at all. All you care about is the decadence of mortals. Even if you risk your life when it matters most, it's still useless."You should've lived out your life in mediocrity. Enlightenment does not come to those who refuse it, and you have clearly said no to my offer, so you shall suffer in hell. It is your rightful place." The monk laughed and made hand seals. A black demonic seal came out of his palm and went straight for Atlas' vitals."I'm done for." Atlas didn't want to die like this. He shouldn't have gloated. Perhaps this wouldn't have happened. He would never rest in peace if he died while Faeast was in trouble. He could excuse himself if his defenses were taken down, but no. His defense was lax, and now his enemy was going to kill him like he was a maggot.His ancestors would rip him to shreds when he met them. Atlas regretted a
The Nox Army wanted to fight with Atlas, but Atlas roared, "Fall back! The enemy is the House of Enlightenment's leader! You're just going to get yourself killed!" He talked to them as governor-general, and Atlas charged into battle alone."You think you can stop me, Atlas? I will kill you and take the nation's fate!" Cyrus rode the wind, and Atlas risked his life. He faced Cyrus' spells and fought him head-on. Though it seemed valiant, Atlas was risking his life, and yet he couldn't get close to Cyrus. All he could do was buy some time.It wasn't pretty on the other side. The swordsman in rein used to be Sword Sect's leader's student, and his powerful swordsmanship was the bane of Mystian cultivators. Harley was burning his spirit to hold on.While the battles raged on, dark clouds hung over Imperia, and they slowly turned into skeletons, threatening to engulf the city. Dark mists traveled everywhere, covering the city. The sleeping residents were haunted by nightmares and couldn't
"That god's aura is incredibly weak now. Shit, that bastard's after White Tiger!" The Hidden Dragon Guards realized what was going on, and they told headquarters about this, but to make things worse, they lost contact with headquarters.Everyone back there was dead, including the royal guards. They were lying in pools of their own blood. There was a barrier hanging around, cutting off all contact with the outside world. The powerhouses in the palace were killed, and none survived. Curiously, the royal family living near the palace was fine.Jaculus was outside the palace. He got the message and came back from the outskirts to hold the fort. He'd been stationed at the Dragon Vein, but this was an emergency, so he had to come back.Jaculus was helpless, however. Atlas and the god were stronger than him, but their situation was unknown, and they needed him to save the situation. "Shit. Black Tortoise and Vermilion Bird are overseas, and Lord Nox is in Mystia. Sword Sect is in trouble t
Back in the regular guards' camp, Harley spat blood. He was lying in the ruins of a building, his body covered in slash marks. His Celestial technique was broken. This man was leagues above him. Celestial techniques were useless. The swordsman was too powerful."Magic Mountain's techniques? But their swordsmen are on good terms with the lord!" Harley stared at the man in green. He defeated Harley using Magic Mountain's techniques.Magic Mountain and Mystia had always been at loggerheads. They had slain many demons and monsters throughout the years, and their swordsmanship was a bane for the cultivators."I wonder how Nox managed to make a Mystian like you loyal to him. Yes, I am a Magic Mountain swordsman. Was, to be honest. I was kicked out a hundred years ago. My master said my heart is astray. How laughable. I have killed demons over ninety years, and hundreds of them have died to my blade! My heart is not astray!"Your sins are innumerable, Harley, and you must be slain! White
All of a sudden, the soldiers let go of their weapons. They had a look of fanaticism on their faces as they throttled themselves to death. The party went on, and the bluebloods enjoyed every moment, oblivious to the incoming danger.The monk passed through the residence smoothly, with all the soldiers and guards throttling themselves to death. Suddenly, everyone noticed a monk in red robes in the party hall. The drunk guests thought this was an event arranged by Atlas."We have a monk here. Wonder what kind of show you're presenting," a portly rich man joked, laughing loudly."Show? I am the leader of an evil sect. No show, but I do have a scripture to share. The government calls my sect evil, and they claim the monks are agents of darkness. You are not much better yourself. Omitofo."The old monk chanted once more, and the look on everyone's faces changed. Some knelt and cried their hearts out. Some groveled and didn't even notice that their heads were bleeding. They talked about
Back in his residence, Atlas called a feast and invited the bluebloods of Imperia. He was glowing during the event and could never be happier. He used to be a declining aristocrat with nothing but the title of nobility.However, his luck turned for the better when he got older. He followed Nox into battle at Heaven's Cage, Vertolt, and Winterosch, making him a true lord. The Limerents controlled the nation, and he was a prince. He could even have some power over the nation or at least be one of the top dogs in Faeast.If Nox became emperor, then all the better. Perhaps he could be a more intimate part of the royal family. He drank to his heart's content and partied with the most desired people in Imperia. Nothing could be better."Life is short, people. Drink!"…The Ice Temple's vice-Lord was in the regular guards' encampment. This was a critical junction, and yet Atlas wasn't at his post. Instead, he was having a party. The vice-Lord had a bad feeling about this, but he had no p
Harley sneered, having nothing but disdain for Atlas. "I can't believe the master would employ a shithead like you."Atlas laughed. "You think you're so high and mighty, but you're also Lord Nox's lapdog now. I am his subordinate, and we have a close relationship. I'm also the uncle of the emperor. That makes me Lord Nox's great-uncle," bragged Atlas."Dumbass. Just do your fucking job. Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise told me the Mousses might try something," Harley cursed.The mention of the Mousses made Atlas panic, but he calmed himself down and snored. "The Mousses? They won't dare do anything when I'm here. If they show up, I'll kick their ass! I command thirty thousand units. If they come to Imperia, it'll be the last thing they see!" Atlas was confident.Harley was speechless. 'My word, how can he be such a braggart?'With thirty thousand Nox Army units in Imperia, combined with the Forbidden Army, the regular guards, and 200 thousand elites protecting Imperia, nothing co
Vermilion Bird said, "Azure Dragon used to be an Advanced Eight Gates. After the Mousses had him under their control, he became a Supreme. Judging by these photos, he's gotten more powerful since then."'More powerful?' Nineve knew how the cultivators were ranked. Top Legend Realms were another kind of life form entirely. In Faeast, a Supreme could be made a lord. An undefeatable Supreme would be made a ruler. A Sovereign was made every five hundred years, while a ruler was made every century.Supremes appeared once every decade or so. "I don't get it. You three obviously found some power source, and with Nox's help, you leveled up. Azure Dragon only has the Mousses. How'd he level up so fast?"If the Mousses were so powerful, they wouldn't have to resort to assassinations or betrayals."Not the Mousses. It's all Azure Dragon. He's our captain. He's a very talented and cunning man. Emphasis on talent. He's so strong that not even three of us can compare to him, combined. The only g
Elizabeth said nothing but went red and hung her head low, causing Black Tortoise to panic."Uh oh. If you want him, you'll have to fight for him. That's all I can say, but the lord does think highly of you." He laughed."Shut it, Black Tortoise. You're talking nonsense here!" Vermilion Bird snapped. "See you, Your Majesty." She then took Black Tortoise and left the room quickly. They had work to do.The duo led most of the Shadow Division members back to Faeast. After the incident of Brundela, Faeast's fate was going strong, and the people were excited. However, beneath that excitement was unseen danger.Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise came back to Northstate's governor-general's place and met up with Nineve. Black Tortoise said solemnly, "What happened, Your Highness? We need the details."Nineve looked exhausted, and there were dark circles under her eyes. She had been working hard in Nox's absence. "Honestly, Atlas… I mean, the Defender of the Lord hasn't been pulling his we