No one could tolerate that. Thus, Queenie sulked. Nox had no idea about that, of course.As Queenie kept on brooding, her father's voice came from outside. "Queenie, Nox is here."Queenie said, "Tell him I don't want to see him."Stunned, George asked, "What happened, Queenie? Why don't you want to see him?""I just don't want to!" Queenie yelled.That confused George. 'Oh, did they get into a fight?'A moment of silence later, he said, "Okay, I'll tell him about it."He was going to leave, but Queenie suddenly came running out. "Forget it, Dad. I'll see the guy."George grinned. He knew his daughter all too well. She was a softie inside. She might talk big and get angry, but she'd never let anyone kick Nox out.A while later, Queenie came to the living room and met up with Nox.Nox approached her. "Queenie," he cooed.Queenie turned away and pretended not to hear him."What's wrong, Queenie?" Nox wanted to hold her hand, but Queenie stepped back."What brings you here? I
Riverton International Airport was packed, thanks to the summer holidays. Most of the people here were either college kids going on trips or tourists vacationing overseas. A handsome pair appeared for an international flight to Eastsun.The man was dashing and radiated an air of regality, while the lady was gorgeous and had perfect curves. However, the lady hung her head low, as if her mind was weighed down by something heavy. She followed the man in silence.They were, of course, Nox and Hitomi. Ever since Nox extracted the oni's clone from her, Hitomi had submitted herself to him. Not to mention, she had Nox's Death Seal planted on her. She'd never try to escape even if she dared.After she found out the truth about her body, she couldn't imagine what would happen if Nox hadn't taken that clone away. The oni would take over her body in a year, and then… She didn't even want to finish that thought.Nox checked the flight's schedule. "Our flight's here. Time to board.""Yes." Hito
Hitomi shivered. "I-I wouldn't dare…""You should've done it," said Nox coolly.Hitomi paused and looked at Nox."Do you think your temple's guys would try to hunt me down if you contacted them?" Nox continued.There was no answer from Hitomi. 'Is that a trick question? Of course, they would.'"Call them. Tell them I'm coming," said Nox."What?" Surprised, Hitomi asked, "A-Aren't you afraid of the temple hunting you down?""Do you really think I'd be scared?" Nox smirked. "I'm not scared of your country, let alone one temple."Hitomi looked at Nox, her heart thundering. If it were anyone else, she'd think they were being arrogant, but when Nox said he wasn't scared at all, she felt like he wasn't lying at all."Okay, then." She whipped out her phone and texted the temple. Then she sat in silence. Occasionally, she'd steal a glance at the regal Nox. For some reason, she felt affection growing in her heart.Nox had killed so many of her temple's men, including Onimusha and Kobo
"None of your business, Magnus! You're not my boyfriend or family! I can give my Insta to whomever I please!" Elise snapped.The man, Magnus Black, looked a little awkward. "Elise, I've been wooing you for a year. Yes, we're not a couple, but I'm just worried about you.""My ass! I don't need your concern. Besides, I'm just chatting with him. I don't appreciate your sarcasm!" Elise turned back to Nox. "Ignore him, handsome. He's just a classmate."Nox didn't mind. He didn't really care if they were friends or a couple.Elise then noticed Hitomi. "Is this your girlfriend? Oh, she's pretty. She could be a celeb."'This girl is really beautiful. And hot. Really, really hot.' Hitomi had the air of an exotic woman, so she could catch anyone's attention.Nox muttered, "She's not my girlfriend.""Um, so who is she?" Elise asked."She's my slave," said Nox coolly."Your slave?" Elise was stunned. She didn't quite get it.Magnus, however, sneered. "Your slave? Unbelievable. This isn't
That answered Elise's questions. 'So, she's grateful for him saving her.'Magnus, however, sneered again. "Slave, huh? Can't believe someone actually likes sadomasochism. Uniform play, eh? Perverts."Hitomi shot Magnus an icy look. "One more word of insult toward Mr. Greenshade, and I will toss you out of the plane." The air around her was filled with the intent to murder.Though she was no match for Nox, being the young lady of Kitagawa Temple, she could easily dispose of civilians.Magnus quickly shut up after Hitomi got angry. He was a bit of a coward.Elise said, "That'll teach you not to run your mouth."Nox kept his eyes closed the entire time. He didn't care for these people.The flight kept going on. Eventually, Elise pointed outside the window. "Look. That's Faeast's borders." She took her phone out to snap some photos.Buzzing with excitement, Elise chirped, "Did you know? After the Battle of the Ten Nations, Eastsun backed off more than 8000 nautical miles just to ge
Elise looked at Nox, blinking.Nox nodded. "Yes."'You're so silly. I'm Nox himself. Why would I worship myself?' Not like he would tell her that, of course.After flying across the border, they were officially in Eastsun's airspace. At the same time, a fleet of luxury cars came roaring toward an international airport, and then they skidded to a halt.The security guard wanted to know who these people were, but then the doors swung open and out came stony samurais with katanas. They were clad in the attire of Kitagawa Temple. These were Kitagawa Temple's disciples."We're here, Hokusai," a burly samurai told a man with a scar on his face.The man was Hokusai. Like Onimusha and Kobo, he was Ikkaku's closest disciple. Hokusai asked coldly, "Are you sure that was Miss Hitomi's text?""Yes, and her flight should be landing soon," said the burly samurai."Good. Heed my order. Clear the airport. No one is to be let in. Kill any trespassers," Hokusai instructed.The burly man replied
Nox gave Elise his number, much to her elation. She waved him goodbye as she went out. "Remember to hit me up when we get back, Mr. Greenshade. Your meal's on me!"As Elise and Magnus kept going ahead, a group of black-clothed samurai armed with katanas swarmed into the lobby. They were fierce and held sharp blades in their hands. Magnus and Elise looked a little horrified.Even the tourists were shocked. Only Nox was smiling.Scared, Elise said, "Who are these people? Why are they armed?" She knew that the yakuza was rife in Eastsun, but she didn't believe the stories. However, the appearance of the samurais panicked her.The black-clothed samurais looked at Hitomi. "Welcome home, Miss Hitomi."Magnus and Elise were stunned. They looked at Hitomi with eyes wide as saucers, their hearts beating with shock. 'She's a lady here? But she's supposed to be a slave, isn't she?'Hitomi stepped forth and scanned the samurais coldly. "Why are you all here? I thought I said I could come bac
After the samurais were killed, Hokusai looked at Nox icily. "Damn you! You're a Faeastian?"Nox sneered. "Dogs usually have a keen sense of smell, I'll give you that.""Damn you! You dare raise trouble on my land? Die!" Though Hokusai was weaker than Kobo and Onimusha, he was still one of Ikkaku's best disciples, and he was a Grandmaster.Hokusai let out a roar and swung his katana at Nox. Nox didn't bother to look at his weapon. He swung his right arm, and a gust of strongwind fell upon the blade. A loud bang rattled the air.Hokusai staggered backward, blood trickling from the corners of his mouth. He was hurt in one blow, and the Kitagawa Temple disciples were stunned. No one expected Nox to be this strong.The injured Hokusai was stunned as well. He was a swordsman and one of the top martial artists in Eastsun, and yet he couldn't even take a single blow from this guy."No, this can't be!" he roared again and leaped into the air. "Hero's Fall!" The blade in his hand fluttere
"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