chapter 7

In a grand display of courage and determination, Suman, the self-proclaimed king, delivered a powerful declaration atop the highest point of the stadium. With a voice that seemed to carry ancient magic, he proclaimed his sovereignty as the ruler, defying any who dared to challenge him. In his proclamation, he also imposed a ban on conflicts between noble races and beast races, seeking to unite his kingdom under a banner of peace and equality.

However, amidst the cheers and murmurs of the crowd, a figure emerged to challenge Suman's authority. This figure, identified as the crazy father, brazenly taunted Suman, claiming superiority over his people and threatening to erase the newfound king. Only the intervention of the father's siblings prevented a violent confrontation, bringing an abrupt end to the tournament.

As the dust settled, the kingdom transitioned into a period of growth and prosperity under Suman's rule. Over the following decade, significant advancements were made in structural development, economic stability, and social welfare. The once prevalent issues of poverty and mortality rates began to decline, thanks to Suman's efforts to establish a fair and just society for all his subjects.

Meanwhile, in a distant land outside the kingdom, a different narrative unfolded with the rise of Emperor Zeyid, a power-hungry ruler obsessed with world domination. Through conquering neighboring lands and expanding his influence, Emperor Zeyid sought to quench his insatiable thirst for control. However, a mysterious event involving the undoing of an ancient barrier sparked a newfound ambition in the emperor, leading him to fixate on a land that had eluded his grasp for a decade.

With a desperate desire to claim this unknown territory, Emperor Zeyid assembled a formidable delegation, comprising skilled magicians and elite knights, to negotiate with Suman for his submission. Upon their arrival in the kingdom, the delegation attempted to coerce Suman into submission through flattery and intimidation, extolling the virtues of serving under the emperor's banner.

Refusing to bow before any earthly ruler, Suman boldly defied the emperor's emissaries, pledging allegiance only to the revered Dragon God. His resolute rejection of the emperor's demands triggered a violent response from the delegation, leading to a chaotic confrontation. Yet, in a stunning display of power and control, Suman swiftly incapacitated the aggressors, demonstrating his unwavering resolve and strength.

As the defeated members of the delegation were swiftly dispatched from the kingdom, bearing a clear message of defiance from Suman, the stage was set for a clash of wills between the ambitious Emperor Zeyid and the steadfast ruler, Suman. Amidst the growing tensions and looming threats of conflict, the fate of both kingdoms hung in the balance, poised on the brink of a potentially devastating showdown between two formidable leaders.