However, Queenie shrank away from him as soon as Nox reached out to her. Nox was at a loss for words upon noticing the frightened expression on her face.Queenie curled into herself and blurted, "I'm sorry! I'm just too shocked right now. I can't accept this!""Is it because of my identity? Or me as a person?" asked Nox.Queenie hesitated for a moment before saying, "I don't know. I feel like I'm not worthy to be with you!"When Nox heard her, he hastily said, "Silly girl! What are you thinking?""It's the truth! You are the king of Faeast, while I am just an ordinary girl. How could I possibly be worthy to have a great hero like you to be my boyfriend?" said Queenie."That's not it, Queenie! Didn't you say before that no matter who I was in the past, it wouldn't affect us being together?""That's different! I thought you were just someone extraordinary, but I never imagined you to be the king of Faeast!" Queenie said truthfully.After all, he was Lord Nox! The great hero of F
"Forcing herself on him" would be the most appropriate way to describe Queenie's current action since she suddenly took the initiative. She held onto Nox despite her impatient demeanor. Her legs wrapped around Nox's waist as she clung to him tightly."Queenie, are you sure?" Nox couldn't help but ask upon seeing Queenie so passionate.Queenie hummed in response. Then, her dress slipped off her shoulders, showing off her delicate skin. With her seductive eyes and sweet fragrance, no man could resist her.Thus, the duo began to have sex!George and Yvette were still eavesdropping on the couple's conversation outside the room. After all, they feared that Queenie would reject Nox. That would be a colossal regret! However, they soon noticed something amiss when they heard the ruckus inside. After all, the moans and the passionate murmurs didn't sound like they were squabbling!"George... What is she doing with Nox? Why does she sound so strange?" Yvette asked George when she sensed som
Nox's face was grim. After all, George and Yvette were his in-laws. He couldn't believe George and Yvette would spread the news when he was enjoying his time with Queenie. Now, everyone in Watercloud Villa would know what he just did.Selina smiled and stepped forward upon seeing Nox's displeasure. "Don't blame them, Nox. I'm sure they did it out of happiness."Nox knew what George and Yvette were doing but didn't dwell on it too much.In the next few days, Nox told Bard and Draco to investigate Imperia's matters while he spent time with Queenie. Now that his strength had returned to its peak, it was time for him to appear in the eye of the public.One afternoon, Bard rushed into the room hastily. When he saw Nox, he immediately said, "Lord Nox, Keith is indeed imprisoned in Imperia's Darkwater Penitentiary. Shall we head out?"Bard had been worried sick ever since Keith was captured. Now that he discovered Keith was being held in Imperia's Darkwater Penitentiary, he naturally wan
"Aren't you going to ask why?" Nox couldn’t help but find Queenie's reaction strange.Queenie leaned her head on Nox's shoulder and replied, "Dummy! Selina had long told me about it. She also told me that you had to save your friends. So, I understand."Nox immediately realized Selina had already explained everything to Queenie."I'm sorry I can't stay with you longer." He looked at Queenie deeply.Queenie shook her head and replied. "As the King of Faeast, it's only natural that you have many things to take care of. Hence, you don't need to worry about me at all! I've already told Selina I'll be your biggest supporter from now on!"Nox held her tightly in his arms, touched by this silly girl’s understanding.Then, Nox began to prepare to head to Imperia.He gathered everyone in the living room as soon as he decided to leave for Imperia. Soon, Bear, Bard, Tristan, Selina, Draco, Augustus, and Jebediah were all present. Everyone already knew that Nox was preparing to go to Imperi
Only Selina and Nox remained in the hall after everyone left.Her brilliance wasn't a rumor. So, she immediately realized that anything he wanted to discuss was related to Queenie. Thus, she met his eyes. "Mr. Greenshade, you want to talk to me about Queenie, don't you?""Nothing gets by you, huh?" He admitted readily, "You're right. It's about Queenie."She took a seat. "Don't worry. I've briefed her about this. So, you can rest easy.""Thank you, and there's one more thing," he added as he presented an ancient parchment scroll to her.She blinked a few times before turning to study it. "What is that?""This is a martial art manual named 'Dance of Butterflies.' It's suitable to be practiced by women," he explained as he handed her the scroll."Dance of Butterflies?" She took it and perused its content. Then, an idea dawned on her."Do you want me to teach Queenie this?" She looked into his eyes for confirmation."Yes." He nodded and elaborated, "She's just a civilian. However
Nox boarded the private jet and turned to scan the group before closing the door.The aircraft eventually took off from the runway, marking the beginning of his battle.…Nox had been napping on his seat since he boarded the jet.He used to reign over Imperia. His status as Supreme Lord intimidated the major powers at that time. He was ready to reclaim what was rightfully his.Augustus sat beside him silently while Bear and Bard took the seats behind them.It would take about three hours to arrive in Imperia departing from Riverton.The time flew by. A while later, the aircraft entered Imperia.Tall buildings dotted Imperia, the country's largest economic hub and political stronghold."We've arrived, milord," Bear exclaimed excitedly as he looked out the window. They used to follow Nox wherever he went and into war, and they were honored to serve him. However, things had changed as Imperia was now under Lady Phoenix's reign.Opening his eyes, Nox stared at the familiar cit
Augustus roared as he swung Dragonflight.Sword energy swished through the air and charged toward the invisible enemy's direction. The energy exploded one after another when they hit surfaces.Nox raised his hand to stop Augustus before the young man could take further action. "Stand down, little one."A hint of unwillingness flashed across Augustus' youthful face, but he obeyed.Nox scanned his surroundings confidently, golden light gleaming in his eyes. "I'm not going to repeat myself, so listen carefully. Reveal yourself right now, or I'll make you regret it."At that, he took a step forward. His aura shook the earth under their feet."I expected nothing less from the Great Lord of Faeast," a sinister and husky voice teased.At that moment, the ground below them split, and eight people, all dressed in black robes, emerged from the crack.Their intimidating aura indicated they were Legend Realms. Yet, their black robes covered their faces, hiding their appearance from Nox's g
It seemed that no one had expected that Nox would kill someone, let alone a master in the Legend Realm.Nox stood firm, and his gaze was icy as he declared, "Anyone who dares to blatantly divide Faeast's territory deserves to be annihilated!"Realization struck the others.Indeed, the lanky man who Nox had just killed did hint at the desire to cause division earlier by saying that Nox could separate one part of the land and keep on with his status as a lord and marquis as long as he left Imperia.Therefore, as the Great Lord of Faeast, Nox undoubtedly would kill him after hearing his statement.Now that the other seven masters had witnessed their comrade getting killed by Nox, they all trembled in fear."Lord Nox, we respect and look up to you, but we are compelled by the power of the emperor's order to stop you! Please leave Imperia for the sake of Faeast's 5,000-year-old reign and Four Great Powers!" Another elderly man came forth and spoke.Nox burst out laughing."You're su
Nox activated his eyes.From behind the screen came two muffled groans. The next moment, the screen shattered into splinters, revealing two Sacred Realm cultivators staggering backward under the relentless assault of Nox's powers.The pair wore golden robes adorned with intricate ancient runes, their long hair cascading over their traditional attire. Their garb unmistakably marked them as followers of the path of the ancient divine.Behind them, a woman sat poised and composed, sipping tea with an air of unbothered grace as Nox watched. Her crimson lips parted slightly as she set the teacup down, her breathtakingly beautiful face touched with an edge of sharp intensity. "Lord Nox, it's been a while," she said coolly.Nox's pupils contracted, a flicker of surprise crossing his face. He murmured under his breath, "What is she doing here? As far as I know, the Greenshade family hasn't crossed her path."The woman's keen hearing caught his muttering, and her expression darkened inst
Nox stepped into the Greenshade estate alone.As soon as he entered the courtyard, he spotted Atlas, the Defender Lord of the North, kneeling in the middle of the yard.The sight of him kneeling was unsettling. His face twisted in rage, his body trembling, though it was hard to tell if it was from anger or exhaustion.Nox glanced at Atlas briefly, ignoring him completely as he walked past him without a second thought."Huh? Hey! Nox! Don't you care about me at all? I've been kneeling here all night!" Atlas called out, desperate for attention.Nox smirked, clearly amused. "You're hilarious. It's not like I told you to kneel here.""What? Can you at least show some conscience? I heard your family was in trouble, so I brought the Forbidden Army here right away!" Atlas huffed, his cheeks puffed out in frustration.When Nox continued walking without responding, Atlas's face twitched in embarrassment, almost as though he might burst into tears.Just then, Nox flicked his hand, dispel
Nox unleashed his divine sense, scanning the entire perimeter of Imperia. The same scene repeated itself everywhere: borders littered with unconscious civilians, numerous car crashes, and many more trapped victims in desperate need of help."It looks like we need to break this damned formation first. Ugh, what a pain. And of course, we've got to locate the core before we can dismantle it," he muttered in frustration.The Soul Maze Formation was powerful—so much so that only those in the Legend Realm could traverse it unscathed. Imperia didn't boast many cultivators at that level, and those few were already occupied along the borders, rescuing civilians.Nox focused his Divine Sense and quickly pinpointed the core of the formation within minutes."There's a Sacred Realm guardian from the path of the ancient divine stationed at the core," Nox said telepathically to Cassian. "Grandpa, you and Kirin should head there. But don't rush—leave the rest to me."Nox's caution was clear—he di
Aphrodite maintained her usual stoic demeanor, but behind the scenes, she said to White Tiger telepathically, "Being enslaved by Nox's soul technique? That's quite the excuse. Surely, you know I'm naturally immune to soul techniques?"White Tiger scoffed and shot back telepathically, "They'd have chopped you into pieces by now if I hadn't done some fast talking! Do me a favor and behave yourself for once, or I'll handle you personally before they could even get the chance."Despite his grumbling, White Tiger couldn't help but feel a mix of envy and frustration over Aphrodite's extraordinary immunity. It was said that if someone's mind was honed to an unparalleled level, they could naturally resist soul techniques. Aphrodite had truly reached such a pinnacle of intellect.Aphrodite assumed command of the Nox Army as Nox's soul technique had seemingly bound her to him. She immediately ordered them and the nearby forces to retreat, leaving only the Sword Sect of Magic Mountain behind
Kirin and White Tiger had already entered Nox's room, only to freeze at the sight of his stormy expression. Trouble was clearly brewing."Milord, what happened?" White Tiger asked cautiously, lowering his head as if trying to shrink out of sight.Could this be about them swindling Aphrodite? But they had lost everything all night long—wasn't that punishment enough?Nox announced, "Imperia has gone dark. I can't reach Azure Dragon or the others. White Tiger, contact the military zone immediately and arrange for a military aircraft. I need to leave for Imperia right now!"White Tiger instantly tensed at the news. Imperia suddenly going dark, combined with Cassian's imminent return to reunite with Penelope, felt too coincidental. Could someone be targeting the Greenshade family?"Damn those scoundrels! Understood, milord. I'll get everything ready!"He rushed off to make the arrangements.Meanwhile, Aphrodite's telepathic voice reached Nox. "Stay calm. It's not as dire as it seems.
Nox felt choked by the sheer emotion he was feeling. Sometimes, even a thousand promises couldn't compare to the simple vow of staying together in life and death."Don't worry. There's no one in this world capable of killing me," he reassured her with a smile. All the talk about ruling the Nine States and Five Domains or becoming the emperor of the world paled in comparison to having the one he loved by his side.The destroyer ship made its way back to Faeast's inner harbor. Nineve eagerly led the group to the largest shopping mall in the area as soon as they disembarked.The marines quickly found themselves acting as her personal attendants, lugging bags upon bags of purchases. The spree lasted the entire day, only stopping when the mall finally closed for the night.Later that evening, Nox was watching a live news broadcast in the hotel.The screen showed an official spokesperson from Faeast addressing the issue of piracy on the high seas. The statement carefully emphasized the
As the Temple Lord of the Beast Temple, Kirin was none other than the auspicious beast Kirin itself.On the other hand, Mufasa, while known as the temple's guardian, was, in cruder terms, little more than a servant to the golden lion. His master, the golden lion, paled in comparison to the Kirin in both cultivation level and bloodline.Simply put, if the golden lion were present, it would have to kneel before Kirin."What now? Why'd you drag me out? Couldn't you deal with it yourself? You're so annoying! I was just having a great chat with my students," Kirin grumbled, clearly irritated.However, he immediately shut his gob after receiving a hard whack on the head from Nox."I called you out to ask if you could gather the beasts of the Beast Temple. Tell them to withdraw from Mystia and return to Faeast for the time being. I foresee a war with the path of the martial brewing soon, and I'll need a fully armed force of sacred beasts," Nox said, his piercing gaze fixed on Kirin."Ca
Faeast's rise was inevitable. This belief was absolute and unshakable!At that moment, Aphrodite came to a realization that so long as she and Nox had no romantic ties, their hearts could truly be in sync.Love brought complications such as resentment and division. But without personal emotions clouding their judgment, everything they did would be for the nation alone. Take this moment, for example. The intricate trap she had laid was no longer just a scheme. Rather, it had become a necessary move to safeguard Faeast. By nightfall, the destroyer arrived at the island where Voltaic resided. Before the ship even came to a stop, Voltaic stepped onto the water, striding across the waves with Mufasa by his side. With effortless grace, he leaped onto the bow, landing before Nox on the deck. "You old bastard, what's your deal? When I tried reaching out before, you acted like you were deaf. Now that I've shown up, you're all smiles and warm welcomes? What's that supposed to mean?" No
Just then, several pirate ships appeared on the horizon. They were from Capwave Island. Now, Nox had every reason to suspect that these pirates were nothing more than pawns, a smokescreen used by the elites of the island nations to cover their tracks. "Milord, those guys have their eyes on us. What's the call?" the captain asked. "My rule is simple. If they make a move, fire. Wipe them out. But you're the captain, so I'll leave the decision to you," Nox said. The university students onboard were all fired up, ready to take action without a second thought. The captain, mindful of the number of civilians on board, decided to attempt communication first. He picked up the radio to send a warning to the pirates.The deafening roar of jet engines ripped through the sky. A sudden transmission cut into their frequency. The voice on the radio was firm and unmistakable. "This is the Faeast Air Force. We have orders to escort your vessel. Stand by." Above them, fighter jets h