Master Magaera chose not to show it. His expression remained utterly neutral, and he did not attempt to elicit any additional information.At the same time, the officials in the immediate vicinity could not help but whisper amongst themselves."It's unbelievable. While imprisoned in the Infernal Shadow Prison, Darryl Darby managed to take down the head of the Four Evil Beasts, Wild Fury, and survive to tell the tale.""Yes, I can't believe the Holy Sky Stone's predictions came true.""It's such a shame what happened to His Majesty, though."Even as the murmurs echoed through the air, Darryl remained on his knees, his expression unmoved by the sounds.Everything had come to an end in the Godly Region.He could finally return to the Nine Mainland and reunite with his family. Titles, status, rewards—none of those mattered anymore as long as he could see his family again."You—"Darryl was about to say his goodbyes when a distraught Empress Heidi raised a finger to point at him an

Just then, in the Imperial Sky Palace's other court.That other court was not as luxurious as the Jade Fairyland but radiated elegance and beauty.Empress Heidi sat in a pavilion in the court, gazing at the view with an utmost forlorn expression.The Nine Heaven Emperor was gone. What good was a beautiful view if there was no one to enjoy it with?"Your Majesty!"Just then, a figure approached slowly. He was clad in gold armor, radiating authority. It was Master Magaera.As Master Magaera made his way forward, Empress Heidi waved a hand to dismiss the servant next to her.Master Magaera bowed deeply. "Sorry to disturb you, Your Majesty." As he spoke, he could not help but size Empress Heidi up.Due to the Nine Heaven Emperor's passing, Empress Heidi had changed out of her finest robes into a plain long dress for mourning. Yet her breathtaking figure remained just as visible, even radiating a different charm.Master Magaera had always held a deep affection for Empress Heidi. Ye

"What are you doing here, Auten?" Empress Heidi cleared her throat and rearranged her thoughts before speaking. "Why aren't you cultivating at the Jade Fairyland?""Father's dead. How could I be in the mood to cultivate?" Prince Auten spoke in a tone laced with grief before turning to comfort Empress Heidi. "Don't be too upset either, Mother."Empress Heidi flashed a pained smile. "I'm glad you came to see me so quickly."As she spoke, Empress Heidi cast a glance at Master Magaera next to her before saying, "There's something I need to talk to you about, Auten. It's a pretty big deal.""What is it?" Prince Auten was startled, caught off guard.Empress Heidi exhaled softly, her exquisite features hardened into a solemn expression. "Your father is not here anymore, but the Godly Region can't go without a ruler for much longer. Would you like to take his place and become the next emperor?"What?Prince Auten startled in shock. "What are you saying, Mother? You want me to be Emperor

"How dare you!"Master Magaera was enraged when he saw how stubborn he was. "You dare speak to me this way in the Imperial Sky Palace?"Master Magaera exploded with energy as he charged forward and landed a blow on Lunaris General.He had not wished to do that. However, Lunaris General had challenged his authority one too many times, and he could not hold his anger any longer."You must think you scare me, don't you?"At the sight of Master Magaera's incoming attack, Lunaris General did not panic. "Just because you're in power, you don't get to do whatever you want. The Imperial Sky Palace has no room for personal favors or favoritism!"The other officials were shocked!No one would have guessed that Master Magaera would raise his hand, nor would Lunaris General be brave enough to meet it.In the blink of an eye, both blows collided!All Lunaris General could feel was an overwhelming force. He stumbled more than ten steps backward, only stopping when he backed into a pillar.

Prince Aurin was deeply touched by Darryl's words. He said solemnly, "Don't worry, Master. I'm going to be a good emperor. I'll take the throne a hundred days after Father's passing, and I'll summon you back to the Godly Region to make you the Royal Master."Prince Aurin looked serious when he said that.He thought that there was no better teacher on the planet than Darryl.However, he did not know that Prince Auten had taken the throne with Master Magaera's help.What a great man!Darryl nodded proudly as Prince Aurin seemed to listen to his advice. "Alright, that's enough. You'd better get going."Darryl had not wanted to part with him as well. However, Prince Aurin was the Nine Heaven Emperor's son, someone of power, and there was no way he could stay with him in the Nine Mainland."Take care, Master!"Prince Aurin did not waste more words. He bowed respectfully before vanishing into thin air.Darryl let out a huge breath. He calmed his emotions before heading in the direct