Waves of blade energy tried to crash into Nox, but he was too fast for them or the naked eye to capture.With every wave of attack, Jovani brought the exorbitantly expensive cruise ship closer to ruin, but Nox was unscathed. He couldn't even touch Nox's clothes.Titus felt like screaming. 'Gods, what kind of monster is he?' If he could turn back time, he'd never cross Nox, not even if his family was the one Nox destroyed. A son meant nothing.The constant misses filled Jovani with rage. "Damn you! Stop dodging if you're a man!" He was a Beginner Origin Realm and had not enough power to control this weapon. He had to burn his essence just to barely use it.His essence was running low, and yet Nox was not even hurt. Of course, he was desperate.Nox then stopped before Jovani. "Are you sure that's what you want?""If you're a man, you'll take my attack head-on. Will you take that challenge?" Jovani glared at Nox, a taunting look in his eyes.Nox smiled. "Very well.""Are you sure?
'Dragon's avatar?' When that thing showed up, Jovani knew all hope was lost. The dragon gobbled up the waves of crimson flames and kept flying toward Jovani.Without even so much as a scream, Jovani was all eaten up. If he knew this was the Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual, perhaps he'd never be so arrogant. The dragon disappeared a moment later. Not an ounce of Jovani was left to be seen.Something fell to the floor with a crisp clang. It was the Spring God's Saber. Nox raised his hand and pulled the saber to himself. "Not a bad weapon. Pity it was used for the wrong cause." He tucked the saber away and turned his attention to the two survivors.They saw how Jovani was devoured, and they fell to the ground, fear seizing their souls, especially Titus. His pants were wet, tainting the air with the malodor of urine. The guy wet himself."Please don't kill me, please. I won't seek vengeance anymore, I swear. I won't come after you! I can give you anything you want. Just spare me! I have mon
With morning came the news, and there was something shocking within. Titus, leader of the entertainment industry, died at 11 the night before on his private cruise ship. He was scheduled to join a charity event, but instead, he was found dead in his room.The news took over headlines everywhere, including overseas news outlets. The first thing in the morning, Bear saw the news, and he happily met up with Madison.Madison had no idea about the earth-shattering event that had happened. Since she crossed Soundra Entertainment, her resources and performances were canceled. Right now, she was quietly reading a book in her room. Her phone was turned off as well.Then, someone knocked on the door. Curious, Madison asked, "Who's there?" She got up and opened the door, revealing a mischievous Bear standing outside."You?" Madison was surprised to see him."Don't you recognize me anymore?" Bear chuckled."I do, but it's surprising to see you here," said Madison."I bear good news, Madison
He was in his room. Madison stared at Nox unblinkingly, her gaze filled with confusion. "Greenie…"Nox turned around, smiling at Madison. "You're early today, Madison.""Yeah. I had nothing to do, so I woke up early." She looked at Nox with surprise. "You were in here the whole night, Greenie?""Yeah. Why?" Nox asked."Nothing." Madison wanted to ask him if he was the one who killed Titus, but Nox was in his room this entire time. Questions were racing in her mind. Of course, Nox couldn't possibly kill Titus and race back to the sect within hours.Madison made small talk before going back to her room. Once she was gone, Bear approached Nox. "She's smart, milord. When she saw the news, you're the guy she suspected first."Nox smiled. "She's refuting her own guess now.""Why wouldn't you tell her the truth? She'd thank you for what you did. And maybe she'd sleep with you," Bear proposed.Nox smacked Bear's head. "Will you shut it?"Bear rubbed his head, grumbling, "But it's the
"Milord, could this be a mystical artifact?"Nox nodded. "You have a good eye. Surprised me a little. Yes, that's the Spring God's Saber. If I'm right, it's a Greater mystical artifact for sorcerers."Filled with excitement, Jebediah almost felt his legs buckle. "A Greater mystical artifact. Never seen one of those in my whole life." He carefully caressed the saber. A while later, realization struck him, and his eyes went wide."Wait. This is a gift for me, milord?""Yes. Why do you ask?" Nox said nonchalantly.Jebediah almost fell to his knees. He looked at the saber once more and really fell to his knees this time. "Thank you, milord! I am humbled by your generosity! You are my luckiest star! My savior! Call on me if you ever need my services. I will do anything!"Nox only waved the old sorcerer down. "Spare me the formalities. This saber packs a punch, so try to figure out its kinks. Ask Bear if you run into any trouble. Or me.""Yes, milord."Just like that, Nox gave Jebedi
As the poison attacked, Queenie fell unconscious."Queenie? Queenie!" Nox's heart broke for Queenie as his beloved succumbed to the poison once more. He quickly picked her up and placed her on the bed. Wasting no time, he cast Revival to heal her.When the news of Queenie's fainting reached everyone's ears, Selina, Bear, and Jebediah came to check on her, but with Nox still healing Queenie, all they could do was wait. Though they were worried, there was not much they could do.Concerned, Selina asked, "How did this happen? Queenie's been alright all this time. Why'd the poison act up again?""Yeah. The lord said the poison's held at bay," Jebediah chimed in."Damn the Curseland Demons! If it weren't for those bastards, the lady wouldn't be in this much pain!" Bear cursed, clenching his fists.It was fortunate the Curseland Five were slaughtered, or Bear would kill them all himself.Though Nox managed to keep the poison at bay, he couldn't force it out of Queenie just yet. That w
Selina wasn't the only one shocked. Jebediah and Madison were as well. Bear was the only one frowning. "The lord is trying to save his lady.""What do you mean?" Everyone looked at Bear in confusion.Bear explained, "I'll level with you guys. Quoting the lord, he's the only one who can save the lady thanks to the Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual he cultivates. It's because he's the only one who trains using that manual. His blood is key to the lady's survival."Selina, Jebediah, and Madison were stunned at the fact that Nox would use his own blood to save Queenie. They were moved by Nox's loyalty, and they envied Queenie, especially Madison. She looked at Nox through the crack of the door, touched by his action.'I'd love it if someone would go so far for me,' she thought.Time went by, and half an hour had elapsed when Nox came out. Everyone huddled around him."How's Queenie, Mr. Greenshade?""Yeah, how's the lady, milord?""Greenie, when is Queenie going to get better?"Nox sighe
Bear harrumphed, but he held his fury in.Selina could only sigh.Madison, however, had no idea what they were talking about. She wondered why Bear kept calling Nox his lord. 'And what's with the Mousses? Who are they? Kirin Firepoison? What's that?' she thought, confused. None of these were things she understood.Nox said, "Stop worrying about Queenie. I'll take care of her."Everyone knew no one could help with this. Nox was the only one who could do anything. Eventually, they stepped back. After everyone was gone, Nox went back into the room to tend to Queenie.Queenie was on her bed, unconscious. She had regained some color thanks to Nox's blood, but her complexion was barely better than paper.Nox stayed by her side, and when dusk fell, Queenie stirred and woke up.Quickly, Nox held up his beloved. "Queenie, you're awake!""Did the corpse poison act up again, Nono?" Queenie asked.Nox said yes."Sorry I worried you," Queenie replied."Why are you apologizing, silly?""
"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