Besides Bear, no one knew what regaining his full strength meant for Nox. It meant the invincible warrior had returned. The nightmare of the ten nations had come back. Alexander, Jebediah, and George had no idea, of course.They looked at Nox in surprise. For some reason, Nox had changed, and it hadn't been too long since they were separated."Leave. I need to cure her poison now." Nox looked at Queenie gently.Bear, Jebediah, Alexander, and Queenie's parents left the room. When they were on their way out, a confused Yvette asked, "George, do you think he can really cure Queenie?""Well, if he says he can, he can." George smiled."But even the experts Mr. Weeks hired couldn't do anything about her. Can he really make it?" Yvette had her doubts."Don't worry, Mrs. Sanders. Put your faith in the lord. The lady will be saved," Bear promised, thumping his chest.Yvette's confusion only grew. She had no idea why these people called Nox their lord, nor did she know why they called her
Bear snorted. "That's them, alright."Confused, Alexander asked, "But why were they here? Why were they spying on us?"Bear mused for a moment. "I suspect these bastards are working for the military now.""The military?""Yes. These bastards work for money. The military must've bought them out and made them their mercs."Alexander fell silent.…After Nox shooed everyone out of the room, he started the curing process. The thousand-corpse worm was the deadliest cursebug in Curseland. No one could survive it, but the manual Nox cultivated could destroy it.Before this, Nox couldn't use the full power of his blood to cure Queenie because of his own affliction, but that was in the past. With him ridding himself of the affliction and regaining his full strength, Nox could cure Queenie.He looked at the sick Queenie and caressed her cheek gently. "I'll cure you right away, Queenie. Give me a minute."Nox started casting Revival. "Go, Revival!" Nox made hand seals, and lively green
As the manual's power worked its magic, the manor was covered in a layer of gold. Nine golden beams shot up from Queenie's room.Yvette was in the courtyard. When she saw the golden beams coming out of Queenie's room, she screamed, "Dear god, what is going on? George, look!"George stared at the beams of light, his jaw slack. He was flabbergasted. Meanwhile, Bear was looking at the beams of light excitedly. "The Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual! The lady is saved!"Alexander asked with surprise, "The Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual?""Yes, and if anything can cure the lady's poison, it's that!" Bear said.The dragon roars kept coming out of Queenie's bedroom. Everyone looked at the beams of light and the manor bathing in gold in awe. Nox and Queenie were covered in golden lith as well.Nox was curing Queenie with his Ultimate Sun Dragon Manual. Time ticked. One hour went by, and then two. The curing went on until about eleven at night. Minutes away from midnight, Queenie spat out mouthful
Seeing the couple's confusion, Bear said, "That's the sign the lord has finished treatment."George quickly asked, "So, Queenie is saved?"Bear nodded. "I think so."Queenie's parents rushed toward the bedroom, shouting their daughter's name. As they barged inside, Queenie had fallen back to the bed. Nox was still beside her, keeping an eye on her.George asked, "How is she, Nox?"Nox turned around. "The poison is all cleared.""Really? So, she's fine now?" Yvette was excited."Yes."Unable to hold themselves back, George and Yvette ran up to Queenie, who had healed up. She looked just like a regular woman, though asleep. Even the patches on her body were gone.Seeing that her daughter was cured, Yvette cried tears of joy. She squeezed Queenie's hand, calling her name gently."Mr. and Mrs. Sanders, she just healed, so she needs rest," Nox said."We understand. Don't worry, we'll just stay here with her. We won't disturb her," George said.Nox understood where Queenie's pare
The mention of his friends made Bear's eyes redder. "I can't get in touch with either of them, milord.""Did we lose contact with everyone else?""Yes. Ever since the military made their move, they cut off all our communications," Bear said.Nox's expression darkened, and ice-cold murder burst from his body. Keith and Bard were stationed in Imperia. With the HQ ruined, Keith and Bard must be under attack, but Nox had faith in their abilities. They could escape if they wanted to."What now, milord? The military has gathered the Shadow Sect, and a lot of sects have taken their side," Bear blurted.Though the military had the highest order of power, there were factions among them. For example, sects and clans and the ten military zones. When Nox was around, the sects and families were united under him.However, things were different now. Though Nox was alive, Aphrodite had taken over. If Aphrodite had the guts to attack the Shadow Division, that could only mean the sects and clans h
The crone's face was full of wrinkles. She looked like she was in her late seventies, but she was far older than that. Though ancient, her eyes glinted sharply. She was holding a black walking cane with the word 'Muller' engraved on it.The crone had the air of a Legend Realm, and her gaze was on the bright city."Yes, Madam Muller. Ever since the lord expanded our territory, Faeast is now a superpower. Riverton is built by the coast, possessing convenient traffic and bustling industries. It is a rich land," Stephen said.Madam Muller cackled. "Pity it's going to see bloodshed soon."A clear and loud voice came from behind. "Are you sure you have proof of the Shadow Division's treachery, General Frost?" The one who spoke was a dwarfish old man. Like Madam Muller, he had the air of a Legend Realm. Behind him were a dozen Grandmasters.Stephen announced, "The enforcers have always been fair. We have our orders, and that means their treachery has been proven."The old man chortled.
When Stephen and the three clans showed up, the Shadow Sect members bowed to them. The arrival of hundreds of powerful warriors would sweep Riverton like a wave of darkness.Stephen asked a Shadow Sect member, "Have you confirmed Colton's location?""Yes, general. He's at Watercloud Villa," a killer answered."Good. Tonight, we take down the Shadow Division once and for all!" Stephen sneered cruelly and swung his arms. Hundreds of warriors got into their cars and set off for a hunt.At the same time they were coming to Watercloud Villa, Queenie's parents were taking care of their daughter. Though Nox had cured her poison, she was still weak and needed time to recuperate.Back in the living room, Nox and his group were seated quietly. The night grew darker, and when midnight drew by, the stars were snuffed out. A long time later, Nox looked outside, his gaze cold."They're here, eh?"Jebediah, Bear, and Alexander paused, and then they looked at Nox in confusion. "What was that, m
"Because the enemy is powerful. There is no need for your men to die unnecessary deaths," said Nox coolly. From the moment he sensed the enemies, he knew how powerful they were. Alexander's bodyguards wouldn't be of much use even if they stayed."But then we'll have no reinforcements, milord," said Alexander.Nox smiled. "Oh, we will."'We will?' Alexander and Bear were perplexed. 'So where are they?'They were still wondering why Nox said that, but he left without an explanation.The darkness grew murkier. After Nox gave his orders, Alexander told his hundred or so bodyguards to back off, leaving the manor deserted and quiet.Besides the cold buildings, only Nox, his group, Queenie's parents, and the unconscious Queenie were left. Nox and Copperpeak came to Queenie's room.When Queenie's parents saw them coming in, they stood up. "What brings you here, Nox?"Nox looked at Queenie gently. "I'm here to see Queenie. Oh, right, Mr. and Mrs. Sanders, it's going to be quite the rowd
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
Douglas worked through the night for the negotiation."One, you must apologize for your invasion of Faeast. Two, you will return all stolen relics to us and pay for damages. Three, you will open trade with Faeast, and it must be complete and total. Those are our demands. We promise not to interfere with your nation's administration. Once the aid is administered, our fleet and army will retreat from Brundela."And one more thing. Faeast recognizes you as Brundela's new ruler." That was interesting. It also meant that Faeast could rescind that recognition at any time. Elizabeth had no choice. Without Faeast, Brundela would be gone. In the end, the nations arrived at an agreement.At midnight, they called a press conference. Faeast helped Eropa settle a war and avert a world disaster. That news took the world by storm. The Eastern dragon was rising, and none could stop it. It wouldn't take long for Faeast to return to the top.Brundela's case was over. After they gave enough aid, Ferg
"They call you Great Generals?" the Ice Temple Lord laughed. "If I do want to betray him, how do you hope to stop me? You three had to take me on together, and it only ended in a draw. Now that I'm an Emperor and White Tiger is in a slumber, I can destroy you in a moment!"The Ice Temple Lord looked at Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise with disdain. Vermilion Bird's eyes were wide. She didn't care. She would fight the Temple Lord to the bitter end if she must.Black Tortoise was the calmer one, and he pulled Vermilion Bird back. "Calm down. Even if he wants to betray the lord, he at least would want to see the lord's body before he tries anything."Even a woman like Aphrodite lost this fight. He wouldn't dare try anything stupid."The Ice Temple Lord was still smug about being an Emperor, and now his celebration was cut short. Betraying Nox required a lot of courage. Nox's power terrified him. Even if he couldn't win the fight, Nox could at least come back safely.Besides, he only
The formation Nox created with the Sovereign Seal was on the brink of destruction. Once the formation was gone, the Sovereigns and the spirits would return to dust. In this final moment, Brundela's Faeastian called their friends and family in their homeland and projected the modern-day Faeast onto the gigantic screen in the plaza.The spirits cried when they saw how developed their nation had become. The Sovereigns and the rulers were meticulous people. They used to rule over a unified nation, so they knew how hard it was to create a dynasty. Every dynasty would have its peak and nadir.Every time a dynasty was on a decline, Faeast would be in danger. They didn't talk about the truth behind that video, of course. They admired the beautiful land of Faeast as they waited for their final moment to arrive."The hardest and darkest moment is behind us, sirs. Faeast has me now. You may rest in peace. I will not let you down. I will destroy the canker that infects Faeast and give it the pe