The need for such a vast force stems from two reasons.

First, it is to counter the massive military force that could potentially form from the union of the Eastern Domain's powers.

Second, and more importantly, it is to suppress the ancient powerful beings hidden within the Skyborne Church and White Wing Abbey.

After all, even Ordon Theocracy, with a Divine Envoy rank powerhouse at its helm, has formidable strength. These two ancient legacies, with even longer histories, will have even more terrifying high-level combat power.

They had already predicted that there were at least twenty Divine Envoy rank individuals within these two major powers, not to mention the few forbidden existences that even they needed to approach with caution.

Of course, they were not unprepared for those forbidden existences.

The only thing they had to worry about was the swift integration of the Eastern Domain's powers, forming a unified counterattack wave.

Aurek did not hesitate for even a moment.

"I'll give you 500,000 Stellar rank warriors and 20,000 Sage rank."

"I only need efficiency—make it as fast as possible!"

Standing behind, Gloria and Lucy exchanged glances, both unable to conceal their astonishment.

20,000 Sage rank?

Did Aurek have a whole legion made entirely of Sage rank warriors?!

This... this was power that shattered conventional understanding!

Though Philip and Lucio had glimpsed a fraction of the Empire's hidden strength through various prophecies, they were still stunned by the unimaginable depth of the Empire and Aurek's decisive actions.

To immediately deploy 500,000 Stellar rank warriors and 20,000 Sage rank...

If such world-destroying power couldn't swiftly sweep through the Eastern Domain, they would have no face to stand in the Crossbridge Empire.

The two men bowed deeply, their hearts filled with respect.

This force was enough to crush all obstacles in their current understanding.

The only challenge now was how to complete this conquest at the utmost speed.

"Present me with the detailed battle plan as soon as possible."

Aurek gave the order and then dismissed everyone.

Chief Steward Angie was assigned to arrange accommodations for the two new Secretaries of State outside the palace.

Gloria, Lucy, Harry, and Tina also bowed and withdrew.

...

Selene Empire Palace

Empress Elizabeth stood alone on the terrace.

Her royal robe, adorned with mithril and moon mana stones, fluttered wildly in the night wind.

She gripped the letter from Crossbridge Empire tightly in her hand.

"Attacking Goldflow Empire..."

"Trying to probe my bottom line?"

She tilted her head slightly, a faint but authoritative aura flowing in her gaze.

"Your Majesty!"

The Imperial Guard, Barlon, kneeled on one knee.

"After the battle with Ordon Theocracy, Aurek revealed a military force of over 200,000 Stellar rank soldiers. This may not even be his full strength."

"To cooperate with such a dangerous emperor is like walking on the edge of an abyss."

He was still shaken by that number.

Over 200,000 Stellar rank!

Upon hearing the news, she had remained silent for a long time.

The danger posed by that man far exceeded her expectations.

His blatant desire for conquest and aggressiveness sent a chill down her spine.

She feared that not only would she fail to control this awakening dragon, but she might even be burned by its fiery breath.

"Edge of the abyss?"

Elizabeth's lips curled into a beautiful smile, filled with absolute confidence.

"Who is the hunter and who is the prey remains to be seen."

"He, Aurek, I... will surely conquer him!"

She turned abruptly.

"Send a reply to Aurek, telling him that the Selene Empire is willing to participate in the attack, but the territories and wealth of Goldflow Empire will be shared between us."

"Also, summon Duke Bernard to see me immediately."

200,000, 300,000, or even a million troops...

No matter how much Aurek had hidden, in her eyes, these powerful forces would ultimately become the foundation of her immortal legend!

She was almost certain that Aurek held some extraordinary method of producing powerful legions beyond logic.

This was the core secret she hoped to control through cooperation.

She also understood that Aurek wanted to use this opportunity to probe her hidden strengths, preparing for future confrontations.

But Elizabeth's trump card was not so easily uncovered.

...

Over the next several days, under the coordination of the two sages, Lucio and Philip, the Empire's war machine began to operate with unprecedented efficiency.

Aurek was able to step away from the tedious affairs.

During this time, his personal strength also successfully broke through, officially entering the Stellar rank domain.

The Emperor's Scepter continued to hum, its immense energy flowing day and night.

Level 10 Doomsday Warriors were successfully bred, with a total of 64,000.

Both the Level 9 Void Warlocks and Titans each added 64,000 new units.

Level 8 Mountain Shieldbearers, Life Sorcerers, and Elemental Assassins each increased by 48,000.

With the previously accumulated vast numbers, the total number of summonable legions in the Empire now exceeded 600,000!

Aurek reviewed the strategic plans formulated by Lucio and Philip.

The first step was to use overwhelming force to crush a powerful empire, thereby shaking the surrounding forces and forcing them to unite in fear of the Empire.

Following this, Philip would carry out a series of large-scale fate manipulations in the distant Godfall Gorge, laying a deadly trap.

Meanwhile, Lucio would secretly infiltrate the Eastern Domain, weaving his intelligence and strategy network, guiding the situation toward the Empire's favor.

A massive strategic encirclement quickly took shape under the control of the two sages.

Philip personally led 200,000 Stellar rank warriors and 100 Sage rank warriors, heading straight for Goldflow Empire.

Matt was recalled from the western border to join Rand in commanding over ten million regular troops conscripted from various city-states, gathering at the southern border.

The entire Valoria Palace's administrative system entered a wartime state, functioning at high speed.

...

Clover Auction House

"The Empire is about to launch a grand national war!"

Kafka sharply sensed the winds of change.

He found his son, speaking in a serious and expectant tone.

"Geralt, I've used old connections to clear the way for you to meet General Rand."

"I plan to send you into the Imperial army for training. Will you go?"

Since Clover Auction House had already pledged loyalty to the Empire, its previous loose management structure was bound to collapse.

The future of the family had to find a new pillar.

Sending the most promising young member of the family into the army to achieve success in the upcoming war was a crucial step toward securing the family's future.

He had already learned of the Empire's new Territorial Baron system.

Though his own opportunities were slim, his son was in his prime.

Geralt showed no hesitation, his eyes alight with a burning desire to prove himself.

"The Empire is like the rising sun, its light will shine over the entire Eastern Domain!"

"War and conquest are the moments when knights win their glory! Father, rest assured, I will fight in the army and win new glory for our family with sword and blood!"

Kafka nodded in satisfaction.

Sending Geralt into the army and then working on getting his daughter into the palace...

The era of the old family was over, but the family's future would depend on the new order of the Empire, leading to a different kind of brilliance!

The same scene played out in the territories of families like Kazek and Tyler.

Everyone was eager to seize this opportunity to bind their family's future with the Empire's glory!

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