章節 39: Unfinished worry
After three hours of excruciating agony, Kayden slowly opened his eyes. Though the pain had subsided, its residual effects lingered. Sun Cui and Eliana, who had steadfastly stood by his side, now gazed at him with concern and relief.
"Eliana, and you must be Princess Sun Cui," Kayden addressed them, acknowledging their presence. Sun Cui's heart raced, but she managed a nod in response. Grateful for Kayden's efforts, Sun Cui expressed her thanks, promising to repay him in any way possible. Kayden, appreciating the sentiment, nodded in acknowledgment.
As they prepared to leave the ship, two divine peak beings emerged, clutching Liang Ning's body, poised for an attack. However, with just a casual gesture from Kayden, a single finger pointed towards them, and the two assailants were instantly obliterated. In a swift motion, Kayden's sword manifested, dealing a decisive blow and putting an end to their threat.
Liang Ning's lifeless body crumpled to the ground. Sun Cui and Eliana, astonished by Kayden's unparalleled display of power, witnessed him eliminate a peak divine being effortlessly. The realization of Kayden's true strength dawned on them, challenging their preconceptions.
Sun Cui rushed to Liang Ning's side, carefully assessing his condition. Despite the precarious state, he clung to life. Sun Cui, using her abilities, aided him, ensuring he could stand on his own.
As the trio prepared to depart for the royal palace, Kayden, utilizing his formidable powers, carried them effortlessly through the vast expanse. Along the way, dialogues unfolded, with Kayden leading the conversation with a sense of calm authority.
"We'll get you both to safety," Kayden assured them, his gaze steady and determined. Eliana, appreciating the reassurance, smiled, while Sun Cui, now witnessing Kayden's strength firsthand, felt a growing sense of trust.
Inside the royal chambers, King Ren Cui remained incapacitated, his injuries leaving him in a state of vulnerability. Four peak divine guards, remnants of the deceased Wen Fu's forces, stood vigilant around the ailing monarch. Suddenly, a disturbance echoed through the connection with the ship, drawing the guards' attention towards its broken remnants.
"Is our ship under attack? Should we return?" one of the guards exclaimed urgently, anxiety etching their faces. Before they could decide on a course of action, Kayden materialized with incredible speed. In a swift motion, his sword danced through the air, eliminating all four divine guards in a single breath.
The royal chamber fell into stunned silence as the lifeless bodies of the guards adorned the floor. King Ren Cui and the remaining guards, who had survived the chaotic events, were left in awe of Kayden's overwhelming display of power. Kayden stepped forward, his demeanor composed, as he approached the perplexed group.
Uncertain whether Kayden was friend or foe, King Ren Cui observed cautiously. However, the air of tension eased when Sun Cui, the princess, emerged and sprinted toward Kayden. "Father!" she cried out, concern etched on her face. Ren Cui, though weakened, managed a small smile at the sight of his daughter's arrival.
The guards swiftly assisted Liang Ning, who had regained consciousness, and observed with respect the powerful figure of Kayden. Liang Ning, grateful for the assistance, acknowledged Kayden's might. Meanwhile, King Ren Cui, using his strength to stand, approached Kayden with a sense of reverence, ultimately kneeling before him.
"Thank you for saving not just my kingdom but the entire realm," Ren Cui expressed with sincerity, a gratitude that echoed through the royal chamber.
Kayden, ever humble, responded, "Rise, King Ren Cui. It was my duty to help."
Ren Cui, still in awe, continued, "You've not only saved us but displayed unmatched power. You are a true hero. I can't help but ask... would you consider marrying my daughter?"
A moment of pause hung in the air before Kayden's eyes flickered toward Eliana, the mysterious beauty by his side. Ren Cui, realizing there might be more to the story, kept silent. Kayden, wearing a knowing smile, began to speak.
"Thank you for the offer, King Ren Cui. However, my heart already belongs to another. This is Eliana," he gestured toward her, "and our destinies are intertwined."
Ren Cui, though surprised, respected Kayden's decision. "I understand," he said, "Eliana, you are welcome in our kingdom as well."
Liang Ning, despite his towering stature compared to Kayden, approached with a smile. "Thank you for your courage and sacrifice," he expressed his gratitude, "Today, you've not only saved lives but inspired hope."
With a nod, Liang Ning called upon his advisors and guards, initiating efforts to aid those affected by the recent turmoil. The royal treasury was utilized for the reconstruction of the kingdom. The scene transitioned to a grand feast, where Kayden and Eliana sat beside the two kings, Liang Ning and Ren Cui, along with the ever-anxious Sun Cui.
Sun Cui couldn't shake the memory of how Kayden had saved her. As the feast continued, the air was filled with both celebration and anticipation for the future.
Inside the expansive estate in the heart of the 5th realm, sprawling across more than 100,000 hectares, a war room buzzed with activity. A soldier, bearing the same crest as the now-deceased Wen Fu, rushed in, alarmed by the destruction of a warship that Prince Wen Fu had utilized. He swiftly approached his commander, a burly middle-aged man of formidable power, engaged in a game of chess with a young and handsome figure resembling Wen Fu.
Soldier: (kneeling) "General, the warship Prince Wen Fu used has been destroyed!"
The general, who had been playing chess, abruptly stopped and turned his attention to the soldier, responding in an aggressive tone.
General: "Why did he come here?"
The soldier conveyed the news, and the atmosphere in the war room shifted. The general glanced at the young man sitting before him, who happened to be Duan Fu, the Crown Prince of the 5th realm. Duan Fu continued moving the chess pieces with a graceful and deliberate motion.
Duan Fu: "It seems like your brother got into trouble again, and maybe... died this time."
He paused momentarily, his expression reflecting a mix of emotions.
Duan Fu: "Though he is my brother and the worst scum there is, he is still my brother. I will report this to my father. In the meantime, ready the warships; this 8th realm has become too cocky."
The general smiled in acknowledgment.
The scene shifted to the great hall of the Fu estate, where Long Fu, a colossal figure standing more than 12 feet tall and holding the titles of warlord and emperor of the 5th realm, sat on his throne. Advisers surrounded him, offering multiple remarks. As the large doors opened, Duan Fu, the Crown Prince, entered, greeting the assembly of advisers, his biological mother , and his father, the emperor. Duan Fu delved into a discussion about the situation involving Wen Fu.
Upon hearing the news, Duan Fu's mother stood up, shocked at the thought of her son's demise. Fueled by concern and a desire to investigate, she implored her husband, the emperor, to dispatch more warships. The unfolding events hinted at a rising tension that might entangle the 5th realm in the affairs of the 8th realm.
Long Fu, having remained relatively passive for the past millennium, now found himself stirred by the news. The prospect of a full-fledged expedition to claim an entire realm invigorated him. Although he foresaw potential power struggles and disturbances, he believed that annexing the 8th realm would naturally amplify the might of the 5th realm. With determination, he instructed his son, Duan Fu, to ready the warships. Long Fu, reveling in the thought, couldn't wait to personally lead the expedition.
Long Fu: (laughing) "This is the news I've been waiting for. Prepare the warships. I shall visit the 8th realm myself."
His decision met with resistance from his advisors, who presented various scenarios of potential attacks from the 4th or 6th realms in his absence. Long Fu, however, remained confident in the 5th realm's ability to withstand any external threats. The only concern raised was the possibility of an attack from the 3rd realm, given its high and proud inhabitants. Yet, Long Fu dismissed this notion, considering the people of the 3rd realm too haughty to initiate such an assault.
Long Fu swiftly went to his chambers to prepare for the upcoming expedition, leaving his advisors in disbelief, his wife elated, and his son smirking with a sense of concealed satisfaction.
Evelyn gazed upon the cosmic events unfolding across the realms from her eternal throne in the 1st realm. A smile adorned her face as she observed the brewing conflict in the 8th realm. However, her expression shifted abruptly as she felt a disturbance in the fabric of space.
Evelyn: (in full detail) "You are almost here. I can't wait."
Suddenly, a disruption caught her attention, prompting her to focus on the impending clash between the 5th and 8th realms. Intrigued by the developing events, she anticipated that this time, Kayden would face even greater challenges. However, it wasn't the right moment for her to intervene.
In the shadows, a handsome man materialized, his eyes opening as heavenly aura surrounded him. Stepping towards Evelyn, he spoke of his master's need for assistance. Evelyn greeted him with a smile.
Evelyn: "You have awakened. It seems your reincarnation met its end."
The man chuckled.
Man: "It was worth it, dying by my master's hand. I was able to hand him Eliana, my sister, hoping to meet them both again soon. That body was weak."
Evelyn nodded, standing up with the entire throne shaking at her command.
Evelyn: "Follow me."
The man complied. They arrived at a secret area guarded by two peak powerhouses under Evelyn's command. Opening a massive door with their combined powers, they revealed a space with a throne akin to Evelyn's but black in color.
Henry, the man, recognized it as the End Throne.
Henry: "Master..."
Approaching the throne, they sensed an unfamiliar force pushing them back. Overcoming it with their combined strength, they reached Kayden's real body, devoid of any aura.
Henry explained that Kayden had been sitting there for millions of years, controlling the end to prevent the realms' destruction and maintain peace.
Evelyn: "He created a reincarnation to complete his broken self, and it seems this reincarnation is doing well."
Henry: "We will reunite soon, Master and sister-in-law."
As they contemplated Kayden's real body, a figure that maintained order across the realms, Evelyn decided it was time for Henry to reveal himself.
Evelyn: "Henry, after a million years, the 5th realm has become too malevolent. The Fu family seeks to destroy the 8th realm. It's time to change leadership there."
Henry vanished into the shadows, leaving Evelyn to hold Kayden's real body face, a face that bore the weight of the entire nine realms.
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