Catherine fell into deep thought.

She knew that the Battle of the Canyon was related to the demon race and had brought about terrible disasters, with the canyon itself being a living example. If the demon race were to descend again, the situation would only worsen.

However, she was more curious about the hidden methods and powers of the Empress. If even four Divine Cleric rank figures were not her true strength, then her true power must be even more terrifying.

The Bernard family had deep ties to the Empress, yet as a core member of the family, Catherine couldn't see through the Empress at all. Elizabeth was noble and dignified, born with the natural aura of an Empress. Every word and action of hers exuded supreme authority, as if she were born to rule everything. This shrouded her in a veil of mystery, making her identity elusive.

Catherine didn't ask any more questions and immediately turned to leave.

...

Godfall Canyon

Galenor and the eight elders guarding the passage were working hard to repair the seal on the passage.

Suggwoth stood in the clouds, glanced at the passage deep within, then turned to Philip.

"Lord Philip! The imperial legion is ready to move. We can march to the outer realms now."

"These seventy thousand God Fire rank warriors are in your hands. Take them north and secure the Central Domain's borders. I will personally head to the Peak of the Firmament."

Philip did not refuse.

He had personally witnessed the terrifying power of the God of Slaughter in this battle. The killing force was incredibly terrifying! He single-handedly killed seven Divine Cleric rank figures, along with sixteen quasi-Divine Cleric figures, without sustaining any significant injuries. His battle prowess could only be described as appalling!

In front of this slaughter god, even Philip couldn't help but be cautious.

However, Philip still spoke up.

"General Suggwoth, aren't you taking any God Fire rank warriors with you?"

"Lord Philip! The empire never lacks God Fire rank warriors!" Suggwoth responded.

Philip couldn't help but smile upon hearing this and said no more.

Indeed.

Emperor Aurek had long warned him, but he still couldn't fully understand just how vast the power of this empire was! And just how far its ambitions reached!

"Serving an empire like this truly broadens one's perspective…" Philip mused to himself with a wry smile.

In the past, he had considered his vision far-reaching enough, capable of making predictions and divinations that surpassed the understanding of many others. However, after working with the generals and ministers of the empire, he finally realized… his own perspective was still too small.

...

Almost without stopping.

Philip immediately led the vast imperial legion of warriors with imperial attributes out of Godfall Canyon. The conscription plan for the Eastern Domain was soon put into action, and all surrendered factions were integrated into the imperial army.

This was not only to meet the needs of expansion but also to prevent the resurgence of old forces.

A hundred thousand Void Warlocks served as the vanguard, and legions from all over began marching towards the northwestern borders of the Central Domain!

At the same time.

After clearing out the Highland Royalty, Lucio quickly led his forces to sweep through the various factions in the Savage Lands. No matter how chaotic or deep the waters were in this land, under the absolute power of the God Fire rank experts, all resistance was forced to kneel!

Matt then led the army to swiftly take one city after another!

...

Central Domain

In the Anglian Empire, Yethin City.

Emperor Neo sat high on his throne, overlooking everything in the hall.

Under the watchful eyes of the imperial ministers, an envoy from the Crossbridge Empire entered the hall with a proud posture, neither humble nor arrogant, and performed a standard imperial salute.

"I am Sneck, envoy of the Crossbridge Empire. I come with the Emperor's command to deliver his will to the Anglian Emperor."

The ministers in the hall frowned and glared at Sneck, their faces showing disdain and anger.

What is this Crossbridge Empire? A small country no one has heard of dares to be so arrogant?

They were eager to immediately expel this rude person, but since Emperor Neo did not speak, they dared not make a move.

Only a few high-ranking generals and the imperial chancellor truly understood the details of the Crossbridge Empire.

Neo spoke with dignity.

"What is your Emperor's will?"

The ministers didn't know that, deep down, their Emperor was gravely concerned. They could remain ignorant and look down on this so-called small country, but he knew all too well that this despised empire had seventy or eighty thousand, or even more, God Fire rank experts! That was enough power to overturn any continent!

Sneck spoke.

"By the glory of the Empire!"

"My Emperor desires to incorporate the Central Domain into the empire's territory and hopes that the Anglian Empire will submit and swear allegiance to Emperor Aurek!"

"What?!"

"Outrageous!"

"Where did this clown come from?"

"Crossbridge Empire, what is that? How dare they act so insolently in the Anglian Empire's hall? Get out of here!"

"Your Majesty, I suggest we drag this fool out and strangle him!"

"The imperial dignity cannot be tainted. Is this fool seeking death?"

The hall immediately erupted in anger.

The ministers were furious, and strong waves of pressure surrounded Sneck without restraint.

Sneck's gaze turned cold.

Even though he was bearing countless waves of pressure, he remained unafraid, his body standing tall under the heavy weight.

He knew very well that Emperor Neo of the Anglian Empire must have heard about the battles in Godfall Canyon and the Highland Royalty.

"Is this the way the Anglian Empire receives guests?" he asked in a deep voice.

Neo did not speak.

He glanced coldly at the furious ministers, instantly silencing them all with his imposing presence.

One minister tried to speak, but Neo's icy gaze forced him back.

He then looked down at Sneck.

"The Central Domain and Eastern Domain have always kept to themselves, each guarding its own territory," Neo said coldly. "I hope you will return and inform your Emperor that the Anglian Empire does not wish to become enemies with the Crossbridge Empire, but is willing to establish friendly relations with your country."

The ministers were all stunned!

Not wish to be enemies?

Establish friendly relations?

What was going on?

If anyone else had dared to speak in such a manner before, their head would have been separated from their body by now!

At the same time, a few senior ministers who were aware of the real situation of the Crossbridge Empire quietly informed the other ministers.

Instantly, all eyes were back on Sneck, filled with disbelief and shock.

Sneck spoke.

"The will of my Emperor is decided and unchangeable."

"Please, Neo, consider carefully. If you swear allegiance to the Empire, the prosperous land of the Central Domain will be spared from the ravages of war."

"I believe you are already aware of the strength of the Crossbridge Empire. We have the determination and the power to achieve it."

Neo's heart was filled with anger, but he did not show it!

"Please return and inform your Emperor!" he said.

"The Anglian Empire does not wish to be enemies with the Crossbridge Empire, but neither will we be afraid!"

"If we are truly forced into a corner, the Empire will not sit idly by. We will retaliate with the greatest force. I hope Emperor Aurek will think carefully."

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