With the witnesses slaughtered, Sanders Pharmaceuticals was once again in trouble. If Morton Pharmaceuticals did go ahead with their lawsuit, Queenie would have problems on her plate.The Sanderses were agonizing over the incoming trouble when three luxury cars stopped at their home's entrance. The doors swung open, and out came Morton Pharmaceuticals' people. The one in the lead was Michael himself, and he was followed by a group of bodyguards.A servant came running into the yard. "Mr. Sanders, bad news! Morton Pharmaceuticals' guys are here!""What? They're here? So soon?" George was scared."Yeah, and they demand to see Ms. Queenie," the servant said."Oh no. They're really going to sue us!" George looked grim."It's alright, Dad. I'm here." Queenie walked into the yard.George ran up to his daughter. "Calm down, Queenie. Just talk things out with them. Tell them we've found the guys who made the counterfeits. Ask them not to sue us.""Don't worry about it, Dad," Queenie sa
Queenie came to Cansea Hotel as promised at eight o'clock. The hotel served Faeast cuisine, Anselan cuisine, and Eastsun cuisine. Michael had arranged for them to have Eastsun cuisine.After Queenie parked her car, she waited for Nox at the entrance. He was the only one who came with her to this appointment, after all. A while later, Nox's voice came from behind, and Queenie turned around to find her handsome boyfriend."You're finally here, Nono. I thought you weren't coming." Queenie ran up to Nox and held his arm."Why would I miss this, silly?"Queenie giggled. "With you by my side, there's nothing to worry about."Nox looked at the hotel. "We should meet them, then.""Okay."The couple went into the hotel hand in hand. At the lobby, they told the staff member their parlor number, and the staff member led Nox to the restaurant serving Eastsun food."Ugh, Eastsun cuisine? Why?" Queenie was dissatisfied."Because they're from Eastsun," said Nox calmly."I wouldn't have come
The man in the suit said, "Miss Hitomi, he's a dashing man, but I don't feel any aura of a warrior coming from him.""Hm? Not even a bit?" Hitomi asked."Yes," the man said.Hitomi's brows furrowed. "Damn it! So, he is the one who killed Musashi," she blurted."Um, how can you see that, Miss Hitomi?" Kobo asked.Solemnly, Hitomi said, "My father told me about this. The stronger someone is, the easier it is for them to hide their aura. If none of you can feel any air of a warrior coming off him, that means he's incredibly powerful."Kobo scoffed. "You think too much, Miss Hitomi. Perhaps he's just a weakling.""Do not underestimate him, Kobo. Remember the Battle of the Ten Nations? Lord Nox fought all ten nations by himself. Even the previous leader of Kitagawa Temple died at his hands. Never underestimate Faeast's people, Kobo."Kobo said nothing more after that. Hitomi then turned to the besuited man. "Keep an eye on him. Tell me if anything happens.""Yes." The man went out
Mizutani was stupefied after Nox exposed him so easily. Panicked, he said, "You got the… wrong person.""Did I?" Nox sneered. "Cowards like your lot should never have tried to infiltrate Faeast. You're nothing but vermin.""Damn you!" a samurai roared and unsheathed his katana, and then swung it down on Nox.Nox didn't even look at him. He flicked his finger, and a blast of light charged through the samurai's forehead. The samurai was flung toward the wall, dead as a doornail.After Nox killed one samurai, the others pulled out their blades. Queenie was shocked by the sudden revelation, and she hid behind Nox.Nonchalantly, Nox said, "Don't worry, Queenie. These maggots are nothing to me. Just close your eyes, alright?"Queenie nodded quickly and closed her eyes.After Nox exposed him, Mizutani had a dark and eerie look on his face. He was staring at Nox intently. "Who are you, Greenshade? How did you find out?"Nox laughed. "You think it was hard for me? You're nothing but sma
Hitomi had made her appearance. Nox wasn't curious about this group of people and remained seated. Hitomi looked at the corpses on the ground before turning to Nox. "You're strong," she said in Eastsun's language.Nox said, "Sorry, but I don't speak gibberish. You'd better talk in Faeastian.""Damn you!" Kobo roared.He was going to attack, but Hitomi stopped him. In fluent Faeastian, she said, "Very well. If that is what you wish, sir." She sat across from Nox, still holding her cat. "I am Yanagawa Hitomi from Kitagawa Temple. What is your name?" Hitomi asked."There is no need for you to know that. Let's cut to the chase," Nox said. "If I'm right, you're here because of Onimusha." He took a sip of the tea.Hitomi's heart sank. She didn't think Nox would expose her reason for infiltrating Faeast that easily. A moment of musing later, she said, "You're smart. Yes, we're here to look into Musashi's death.""I killed him. Do you want revenge?" Nox slowly raised his head, looking at
As the attack fell upon Nox, Kobo snarled, "Now you die!" Though he was supposed to be Musashi's senior among the ranks of Kitagawa Temple's disciples, Musashi was the more famous one.When he was told that Musashi was slain in Faeast, he knew this was his chance to rise to fame. If he could kill Nox, he would be more famous than his dead junior. That was why he used Kitagawa Iaijutsu right off the bat.Nox didn't even dodge the terrifying attack. He raised his right hand, and a gust of green wind converged into a blade that met the attack. The room shook as invisible saber energy cracked the walls.Kobo's pupils contracted. "He took my attack head-on?" Nox not only took on the attack, but he didn't even stand up. This was humiliating. Kobo took great offense. "Damn you, Faeast bastard! Let's see how you take a second one!"Kobo let out a roar, and he held his saber with both hands. Slivers of black aura radiated around him as his katana grew ten feet longer. "Iaijutsu, Phantom!"
Perhaps out of fury, humiliation, and excessive blood loss, Kobo's head lolled, and he drew his last breath. Then, Nox turned his attention to the deathly pale Hitomi. "Your turn." He smiled.The smile only made Hitomi shiver. "W-What do you want to do?" She retreated, holding her black cat tightly."You wish to avenge Onimusha, right? Is this your army?" Nox asked calmly.Hitomi took a deep breath. "M-My father will be here soon to challenge you!""Who's your father?" Nox asked."The top swordsman of Kitagawa Temple, Yanagawa Ikkaku. You should've heard of him." Hitomi thought using her father's name was enough to scare Nox."Sorry, but small fries like him don't get a moment of my time," Nox said.Hitomi was stunned by his haughtiness, but she continued, "You're arrogant, Faeast man. My father is the strongest man in the temple. If he comes to you, you will die."But then Nox's eyes twinkled, and he sneered. "Is that so?"Then, an invisible wave of energy crashed onto Hitomi
Everyone thought Hitomi was going to perish, but then Nox stopped his attack. The group looked at him in confusion, but his eyes were twinkling as he stared at the petrified Hitomi.Even Hitomi was flabbergasted. 'What is he doing?' she thought.Just as everyone wondered what was going on, Nox blurted, "Ah, I wasn't expecting this, but you have something I need."Stunned, Hitomi wanted to ask, but Nox continued, "Do you know why you still live? Because of this." He grabbed Hitomi's voluptuous chest, and powerful golden energy rammed into her body.Hitomi screamed as twisted runes started surfacing on her skin. The runes were crimson in color, covering her body like scales. At the same time, the air was filled with Yin energy. Waves of black, evil energy swam into the air from her body.As Hitomi screamed, another bang came from her body, after which the wave of black aura converged into an avatar. It was a one-eyed creature with two horns protruding from its head. Its face was gro
"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