Chapter 303

There are four Light Gods, and thus there are four types of Light Saints.

They are the Sun Holy Warriors, the Moon Holy Warriors, the Blaze Holy Warriors, and the Judgment Holy Warriors.

The Judgment Lord is the weakest, so our status as Judgment Holy Warriors is the lowest, and all the dangerous work is done by us.

Also because our status is low, I don't know much; I only know some local specific actions, and as for news concerning the core and the big picture, I only have a rough idea.

In the underground secret chamber, Azuna's face bore a heavy self-mockery.

Luosen nodded, his face showing no disappointment, let alone contempt.

He summarized the news he had brought.

The commander is the Light Holy Warrior Turanya, possessing Legendary 12 strength, and wields a sun scepter that can summon a powerful sun domain when needed.

You are currently carrying out a 'Purification Operation,' whose goal is to eliminate the 38 steadfast combat faction councilors in the Sky Council.

Correct.

Luosen nodded.

Then he abruptly raised his right hand, palm facing upward, making a gesture of holding up emptiness.

While the three present were still puzzled, Luosen's hand suddenly manifested a condensed light ball out of thin air.

The light ball quickly deformed and extended, its light gradually converging, and finally three exquisite rune-adorned jewel forehead ornaments appeared.

He took one ornament, flicked his finger lightly toward Azuna, and said: 'Scholar's Ornament, effect +4 soul strength, +400x soul amplification, and it also carries high-level phase-shift ability; it is one of the strongest magical items forged by my Natural Empire.'

This is naturally the youth version of the Supreme Crown.

When forging the Supreme Crown, Luosen expended tremendous effort, because the item is indeed complex, and also because it is pioneering work.

Every small step requires constant exploration.

After successfully taking the first step, we had sufficient experience, handy tools, and Laifu's computing power also underwent a qualitative leap.

Thus, we could produce various youth versions of the Supreme Crown at relatively low cost and relatively quickly.

Of course, this remains a very expensive and rare treasure, so we must carefully choose its wearer.

Azuna hesitantly put on the Scholar's Ornament; the moment he wore it, his eyes widened, revealing profound astonishment.

Your Majesty, this... this is practically a divine artifact!

The Judgment Lord boosts the Holy Warriors' power by granting them vast legendary magic, but this Natural Emperor directly enhances the soul.

After wearing this magical item, Azuna felt his soul elevated to a degree he had never imagined, an incredibly unbelievable strength.

He even felt as if he had transcended mortality and become a deity.

Luosen smiled faintly: 'It may not count as a divine artifact, but it is a unique magical item of my Natural Empire, and there's no need to worry about it being taken.'

Because it is bound to your soul, it works only for you; to others, it is merely a nice-looking jewel headpiece.

It can also be perfectly hidden, making it invisible to others.

The specific hiding method is contained within the ornament; I believe you have already figured it out.

Azuna had indeed discovered it; with a thought, the splendid mysterious jewel ornament vanished from his forehead, and ordinary detection methods could not find any trace of it.

Instantly, he felt greater awe for Luosen, this Natural Emperor, and for His Majesty's Natural Empire; he felt that this mortal empire situated in the De Rui Tan plane had become profoundly inscrutable.

Luosen continued: 'I have heard that all Holy Warriors possess free thought.'

So, the mission I assign you is to seek out your former comrades-in-arms, tell them that if they are willing to fight for me, I will pardon their crimes and completely free them from the Void God's control.

If they are unwilling, there's no need to force them; just tell them that when we meet on the battlefield someday, I will show no mercy, utterly destroying any obstructer in body and soul.

Do you understand?

Understood, great Majesty.

How many days are needed to complete the mission?

At most three days.

Very well, then I will wait three days for you. Stay safe and act immediately.

As you command!

Azuna merely thought, activating the Scholar's Ornament's phase-shift ability, then directly ignored the phase-locking formation of Youlai City and vanished from the underground chamber.

The entire process was witnessed by the Naya couple.

The two looked at each other, their eyes showing extreme shock.

Because Luosen's displayed magical accomplishments have surpassed their magical common sense, reaching a point incomprehensible, nearly miraculous.

Luosen was fully aware of this, for it is simply a fact.

Having successfully forged the Sun Core and begun exploring high-energy magical arts, the Natural Empire's magical understanding has gradually surpassed and begun to overwhelm other planar magical states.

Not only is he this emperor, but other legendary mages within the empire also greatly surpass their peers in magical attainment.

At this moment, he still had two Scholar's Ornaments in hand, but he did not rush to explain their purpose.

He played with these two powerful legendary magical items, smiling: 'Naya mage, Sibin mage, now that it's just the three of us, let me speak frankly.'

Now I possess the power to easily slay the Sun God Clan; even if they all attack together, even if we contend in the void, I can still cut them all down.

So, as long as I wish, I can easily aid the Sky Republic, and indeed the entire Nawate, to escape this Void God invasion crisis.

But the Light God Clan is merely a group of pretentious hypocrites unfit for the table, and I also do not wish to see a mortal state fawning behind me.

What I want to see is a once-again great heroic nation, one that can stand shoulder to shoulder with my country and jointly oppose those great gods' great nations.

As he spoke, Luosen swayed the Scholar's Ornament in his hand; the fiery red gem on it refracted the light, displaying brilliant fire colors.

Then, two mages, are you willing to fight side by side with me?

The Naya couple listened, feeling deeply shaken, yet also harboring many doubts.

After all, everything has developed too fast, too suddenly; they are somewhat unable to adjust.

After a silence, Naya asked: 'Your Majesty, if what you say is true, is the newly coalesced Nawate Republic completely independent?'

That depends on how you define the word 'independent'.

If it is the opposing void god-demon, then yes.

If it is a mortal, then no. Because in the reconstructed Guardian Council, I will serve as Supreme Chancellor and hold supreme veto power.

Or rather, I will take the position of Grand Guardian Mage.

Naya furrowed her brows: "You want to control Nawat and make Nawat part of the Natural Empire?"

No, I do not intend to control.

But I will ensure that the newly born Nawat Republic always stands beside us mortals, and that when everyone is lost, it points out the nation's forward path.

Not like now, when the fire is scorching your eyebrows, yet you still debate whether to defecate or urinate first.

To be honest, I feel like laughing watching this.

I also sincerely believe that your current behavior is nothing short of humiliating Saint Feidermont. I don't know what face you have left to call yourselves his disciples.

These words made the Naya couple blush with shame. Indeed, the Sky Council's performance is truly terrible.

But shame aside, the matter still needs to be clarified.

Spin mage wanted to speak, but he seemed lacking confidence, opened his mouth, yet ultimately said nothing.

In the end, he chose to have his wife speak for him.

Luosen, however, waved his hand: "Say whatever you have to say, Spin mage."

In my empire, I never rank people by strength; I only see whether they have enough courage.

Spin mage gritted his teeth, mustered courage, and said: "Your Majesty, in the newly established Guardian Council, how will the role of our Nawat people be manifested?"

Under the Supreme Chancellor, I will establish three Grand Executors, all of whom will be Nawat mages, responsible for the daily management of the republic.

Normally, I will not interfere with the Executors' work. But if things go off track, I will exercise my supreme veto to bring them back on course.

This Spin mage person has conviction and talent.

He immediately asked: "Your Majesty, you are far away in the De Rui Tan plane; how will you ensure the supreme veto can be enforced?"

A veto power without force as backup is merely a joke.

Luosen smiled faintly: "You guess, where were these two scholarly forehead ornaments before?"

"Where?" Spin mage was indeed very curious.

They are in my imperial palace, but if I need them, I can retrieve them anytime.

Not only can I take these two small items, I can also take many large ones.

Based on this large-scale interplanar transfer technology, I will construct a military base near the Nawat capital, stationing a force of our Natural Empire.

This force will exist independently, supplied entirely by my Natural Empire, and will absolutely have no contact with you Nawat locals.

But when needed, I will draw this sword.

Spin mage listened, heart startled, fully understood Luosen's plan, took a deep breath: "I have no problem, Your Majesty."

Luosen looked at Naya: "And you, Naya mage?"

Naya had also been pondering, and now formed her own idea: "Who exactly is our enemy?"

The Three Great Abysses.

Having said that, Luosen waved his hand, and a star map of this solar system appeared in the air before him.

He pointed to three clearly empty orbits: "Here, here, and here; within these three nearby orbits lie three vast abyssal planes."

They are the origin of all void god-demons, and also the ultimate enemy of us mortals.

The Naya couple showed a hint of surprise on their faces, but more so contemplation.

Obviously, as leaders of a great mortal nation, they are not completely ignorant of the abyss.

After a few minutes of silence, Naya gazed at the ornament in Luosen's hand: "Your Majesty, do you intend for us to become your aides?"

Luosen shook the artifact in his hand again: "Correct."

He looked at Spin mage, smiling narrowly: "This artifact has one advantage: its usage threshold is low; only those with basic magical power above the eighth ring can become legendary mages."

Spin mage's talent stops at the ninth ring, unless Luosen is willing to expend great effort to optimize his life.

But optimizing that is especially troublesome, and Luosen is too lazy to bother, so he simply uses the artifact to enhance.

Indeed, being unable to advance to legendary has become Spin mage's great heart ailment, even nearing a heart demon.

Upon hearing that Luosen's artifact could actually help him advance to legendary, his heart raced, his breathing quickened, his eyes locked onto the artifact in Luosen's hand, unable to look away even for a moment.

Luosen shook the artifact in his hand again, allowing the gem's fire to draw Spin mage's gaze.

The artifacts I prepared for you are far better than Azuna's.

Legendary +7, soul amplification 800-fold, capable of free planar teleportation eight times per day. Once Spin mage wears it, he can even directly oppose demons below legendary five.

If Naya mage wears it, you will become the foremost Nawat mage, and in the future one of the Guardian Council's Grand Executors.

I guarantee to you that the teachings of Saint Feidermont will forever be the code of conduct for the Guardian Council.

I, as well as the guardian troops I station in Nawat, will also forever abide by Saint Feidermont's teachings.

Naya still hesitated a bit, but Spin mage rose directly and fell to his knees with a 'plop'.

Your Majesty Luosen, I am willing to follow your footsteps!

Naya still hesitated, and did not expect her husband to be so decisive, exclaiming in surprise: "Spin, you?!"

Spin mage drew a deep breath: "Dear, the nation's faith, personal dignity, and pursuit of truth all require strength as support."

I lack strength, so I can only watch helplessly as the Nawat Republic collapses over time, but Your Majesty Luosen possesses it.

Naya, actually I know many things. I even know you once had intimacy with His Majesty, because you once muttered in your sleep, letting me forgive you.

Naya startled, face full of shame: "Dear"

Don't interrupt me, I don't blame you.

I have overly pursued the arcane, neglecting your feelings; it is I who am sorry to you.

I also don't care much about this, because in my heart, the nation and truth are paramount; personal feelings are merely an optional supplement.

He turned his head to look at Luosen: "Your Majesty, if you are willing to cherish my wife, then cherish her. But I hope you will practice what you preach and always follow the sage's precepts."

These words came entirely from the heart; at first he was a bit sad, but after a while he realized he actually didn't care much.

Moreover, he was obsessed with alchemy and indeed had not fulfilled his duties as a husband, so he naturally could not blame his wife's infidelity.

Having come to this point, Luosen also grew serious: "I swear by my honor that I will always uphold the sage's precepts, always lead Nawat in resisting the void gods and demons, and any force intent on destroying mortals."

Master Spin let out a big sigh of relief, the corners of his drooping eyes and mouth lifting: "Your Majesty, then I will steadfastly follow your footsteps."

Luosen personally placed a Learned Forehead Ornament on Master Spin's forehead: "I too will always keep my oath."

The powerful artifact worn on his forehead, Master Spin instantly felt a legendary power beyond imagination.

He let out a long sigh, utterly satisfied: "Oh~ so this is what legendary feels like."

The realm he had long dreamed of but could never attain, once in his grasp, his inner demons finally dissipated, and the gloomy aura on him vanished in an instant.

Luosen then turned to Naya: "And you, Master Naya?"

Naya also understood, and knelt before Luosen: "Your Majesty, I too wish to follow your footsteps."

Luosen also personally placed the Learned Forehead Ornament on her, and after it was fitted, he gently stroked her smooth cheek with his right hand.

Naya's body trembled slightly; she lifted her eyes to meet Luosen's gaze, but immediately lowered them.

Luosen withdrew his hand and said: "Now, let's wait three days."

"Once Master Azuna brings back enough Holy Light Followers, we will begin to expose the hypocritical facade of the Light Divine Clan."

He added: "Oh, right, shouldn't you arrange a place for me to stay?"

Naya, as if waking from a dream, immediately said: "I'll go arrange it right away."

(End of chapter)