The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

Before the meeting with Dark Mask, the Scarlet King was ready to return to Evernight. Now, after nearly a dozen fights to the death against Apotheosis Realm Masters, he was prepared to consolidate those insights and improve his skills in Tribulation Enhancement. Discover stories at My Virtual Library Empire

Just as the Scarlet King changed his appearance, honing the disguise of Kain, a message reached his computer ring.

[36 days.]

They were only one word and a number, but it was enough for the Scarlet King to understand that Dark Mask had secured a spot in Silent World's incursion against Blood Path, which would take place in 36 days.

A sharp light appeared in the Scarlet King's eyes as he understood it would be just a little over a month before he could reach the Hyperion Continent.

From there, with his identity as Cain Laurifer, one of the most exceptional geniuses of the Godslayer Humankind, and his connection with one of the strongest Sector Dukes of the empire, the Collapsing Lightning Duke, it would be a mere transaction to go back to Gaia.

Of course, the Scarlet King did not delude himself into thinking that hijacking Silent World's incursion would be easy. Not only would there be several powerful Apotheosis Realm Masters from both sides flooding the battlefield who would see him as an enemy, but a fight between Tier 0 Dark Factions was bound to have the presence of Divine Ascension Masters.

'I can handle the Apotheosis Masters. However, avoiding the Divine Ascension Masters with my current cultivation might be impossible.'

As the Scarlet King formulated his plan, a sharp light appeared in his eyes. There was one person who could help him handle the Divine Ascension Masters, and he had a way to ensure that person could not refuse.

After reaching Evernight, the Scarlet King did not waste time and immediately headed to Astrid's home. He had contacted the young woman through his computer ring, and she was waiting for him at the entrance.

"You have been absent more than usual this time. Everything is alright?"

Astrid's eyes showed a flash of concern as it was not like Kain to miss a gala, even if it was just for show.

The Scarlet King only smiled. He had intended to return, but the matter with the Tier 1 Dark Factions kept him busy. Luckily, he had the perfect explanation for his extended absence, one that could help things carry on.

"I met with my Master."

"Really!? That is great! Did he offer you his personal guidance in the formation of Saint Refinement Flames?"

Astrid's eyes widened with thrill and excitement. In her mind, Kain's Master was an extremely talented Tribulation Enhancer whose insights surely must be much greater than hers.

The Scarlet King expected such a reaction from the young woman. Of course, his insight into the formation of Saint Revolution Flames did not suddenly improve to the point where he could advise Astrid. Still, there was another factor to Tribulation Enhancement.

"When Master saw the path we were taking, he said that we were advancing through a unique approach, so we should keep our path and not fall into orthodoxy. However, he did teach me the art of Enhancement, and I can currently perform 15 Revolution Refinements with a 100% success rate!"

A complicated expression appeared on Astrid's face when she heard that the eccentric Master would not guide them due to their unorthodox approach. But immediately, a wave of excitement and thrill appeared as she realized that Kain had a 100% success rate with 15 Revolution Refinements!@@novelbin@@

Creating a 15 Revolution Flame and being able to use it were two completely different things.

"That is awesome!"

Astrid was genuinely impressed by the Scarlet King's achievements.

The Scarlet King stared at the woman for a moment as a small smile appeared on his face.

"The reason I came to see you is unrelated to Tribulation Enhancement. However, we need to meet with your father first."

Astrid's eyes showed confusion as she did not understand why Kain would want to speak with her father. But before she could say a word, both heard a voice in their minds.

"If you want to talk, come to the main hall."

Although Astrid was a little surprised to hear her father's voice so suddenly, the Scarlet King was not, as he had always felt the eyes of the man present whenever he spoke with the young woman.

"Don't worry, everything will become clear soon. Let's go."

The Scarlet King spoke to the young woman, and while she was still a little confused, she nodded, and they walked to the castle's main hall.

At the end of the hall was a small throne, and in it sat an imposing Atrox covered in blue armor made of oceanic minerals. His eyes glowed with a silver light that seemed capable of setting the air ablaze with a single thought.

"I humbly greet Duke William Severus."

The Scarlet King had already learned more about Astrid's family, and the man on the throne was a Duke of the Atrox Immortus Empire who began his path less than a thousand years ago as a commoner without any background at all.

William stared at the Scarlet King for a long time, and the light in his eyes grew colder as he saw the way in which his daughter acted around the young man.

"I have watched over you, and you have seemed all right up to this point. But the fact that you requested a meeting could easily be interpreted as you getting close to my daughter to get to me."

Astrid's eyes widened as she heard those words, and an uncomfortable feeling assaulted her as she turned to Kain. More than one person had tried to get close to her due to her background, but she was smart enough to keep them away, and she was sure that Kain was different since he was only interested in Tribulation Enhancement. But the sudden meeting with her father might suggest she was wrong.

The Scarlet King noticed the look on Astrid's face, and he showed a kind smile to the woman before turning to William.

"I did not come here to ask for your help. I came to offer you a path to cure Astrid."