Chapter 21 : Secret Meeting ( 4 )

It has been three days since Nexus assigned Lexx the task of recruiting rogue Cultivators. During this time, Kassius has been checking in with Lexx to get updates on the progress and reporting back to Nexus.

Initially, things weren't looking great. According to Lexx's reports, convincing the rogue Cultivators was proving to be a challenge. Some of them weren't taking it seriously, and Lexx even had to get into some fights. Luckily, Lexx had a decent Cultivation base, which helped him handle the situation.

The rogue Cultivators were hesitant to join because they saw no benefits and were worried it might be a trap. However, as time went on, Lexx was able to persuade some of them to come on board.

In addition to this, Nexus was diligently cultivating. He understood that in order to overthrow the Nobles, he needed to possess sufficient strength. Furthermore, if he wished to persuade the rogue Cultivators to join his cause, he must demonstrate his own strength. These rogue Cultivators only respect those who are powerful. Without the necessary strength to convince them to follow him, his plan to overthrow the Nobles would be futile.

Meanwhile, Jade found a suitable Cultivation technique an Eight Star Sky Rank Cultivation technique called Greenwood Scripture for Kassius and Sora. This technique was perfect for Elves and suited Kassius and Sora well.

They started practicing it two days ago and already saw remarkable results. Nexus was confident that they would soon break through to the next Realm.

When it came to Nyx, Nexus felt helpless. Before being exiled from the Blue Moon Kingdom, he had tried to help Nyx cultivate, but it seemed she had no talent for it.

Every time she attempted to cultivate, she couldn't draw Spirit Energy into her body. Nexus asked Jade if there was an issue, but after examining Nyx's meridians, Jade said there was nothing wrong.

If Nexus wanted Nyx to cultivate, he would need the Nine Star Pill, a Nine Meridian Breaking Pill, to reconstruct Nyx's meridians and allow her to cultivate. Nexus was shocked to learn that only a Nine Star Pill could help Nyx cultivate.

The only pill Nexus had ever seen was a Five Star Pill back in the Blue Moon Kingdom, which was considered a treasure. He had only caught a glimpse of it from afar. Now, he was faced with the challenge of obtaining a Nine Star Pill, but he was determined to help Nyx cultivate. Although he didn't have the pill now, he hoped to acquire one in the future.

Time flew by quickly when you were busy, and before he knew it, four days had passed. This was the day Nexus would meet the rogue Cultivators that Lexx had recruited.

Nexus had instructed Lexx to gather the rogue Cultivators at his hideout on this day. According to reports given to Lexx by Kassius, Lexx had invited several rogue cultivators, but he wasn't sure if all of them would show up.

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In the Capital City of the Purple Thorn Kingdom, amidst the dark alleys of the slums, a mysterious figure draped in black cloth stood before a towering building. With a resounding knock, the figure signaled for entry. Moments later, the door creaked open, revealing a cautious head peering out. After a brief inspection, the figure was granted access and the door swiftly closed behind them.

As the night progressed, more shadowy figures clad in black approached the building, each met with the same silent acceptance. Within hours, a dozen of these enigmatic individuals had gathered inside the imposing structure.

Once inside, the figures, their faces obscured by hoods, surveyed the room with a keen eye. Among the crowd of around a hundred people, their presence was unmistakable. An aura of intense killing intent emanated from each of them, occasionally manifesting in a powerful surge of bloodthirsty energy.

The atmosphere within the building grew thick with tension, as the collective aura of the figures filled the room with a palpable sense of danger. Those lacking in mental fortitude would surely be overwhelmed by the overwhelming presence of deathly intent, risking a swift loss of consciousness.

"Your Highness, it looks like that's all of them all," Kassius said, peering down from the second floor at the figures below. Nexus, also observing the scene, nodded in agreement. Lexx stood behind Nexus, gazing down at the figures as well.

Nexus turned to Lexx and commended him, "Lexx, you did a great job convincing so many people to come here. Well done."

"Thank you, Your Highness," Lexx replied, bowing quickly with a stoic expression, though he was secretly pleased that he had not disappointed his leader.

"Let's head down. It seems these guys are getting impatient," Nexus chuckled, making his way downstairs with a hood covering his face. Kassius and Lexx followed suit, both wearing hoods.

As Nexus had predicted, the black-clad figures below were growing restless after waiting for some time. Faint whispers could be heard as they became increasingly impatient.

" WELCOME "

Suddenly, a voice echoed throughout the room, welcoming everyone. Though not particularly loud, the voice seemed to reach every person on the floor as if it were right next to them.

All heads turned towards the stairs leading to the second floor as three figures in black descended. It was clear to the onlookers that the figure in the middle was likely the leader behind all of this.

Nexus stepped forward, smiling beneath his hood at the black-clad figures before him.

First of all, I want to thank all of you for showing up. Honestly, I didn't expect to see so many of you here. Nexus' voice echoed across the room as he gazed at the crowd in front of him.

"Who are you? Why did you ask us to come?" One of the figures in black clothing stepped forward, staring intensely at Nexus.

Nexus looked at the person who questioned him and smiled beneath his hood. "Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Nexus Astaseul." With that, Nexus removed his hood, revealing his face. "And these two beside me are Kassius and Lexx, the ones I sent to bring you here. I'll explain why later."

Nexus also introduced Kassius and Lexx, who removed their hoods as well. The people in front of Nexus were taken aback by his appearance, never having seen anyone like him before.

"You can all take off your hoods. There's no need to hide your faces," Nexus said, waving his hand.

The figures in black hesitated for a moment before revealing their faces.

Nexus calmly observed them, noting their battle scars and fierce expressions. These rogue Cultivators were seasoned experts, experienced in combat. Some looked menacing with scars, while others had calm or bloodthirsty eyes.Just standing there, their figure radiat intense bloodthirsty and fierce killing intent.

" The reason why I called you all here is because I need your help. I want to recruit you as my subordinates I want to recruit you as my soldiers, I want to overthrow the Nobles," Nexus announced.

The room fell silent as everyone's faces displayed shocked expressions upon hearing Nexus's words. Their lips began to twitch, and then suddenly, the entire room erupted into laughter.

" Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha "

The rogue Cultivators laughed heartily, clutching their stomachs and pointing fingers at Nexus.

"Is this guy serious? He wants us to be his subordinates and overthrow the Nobles? Is he out of his mind?" one Cultivator exclaimed amidst laughter.

"Yeah, he even wants us to be soldiers. This guy must be crazy," another added.

" I'm really speechless,this is the best joke I've ever heard in my life " another one also added.

" Yeah, he even want us to become his soldiers, this guy must crazy " another Cultivator mocked.

The room was filled with mocking laughter and gestures directed at Nexus.

" You guys....." As the Cultivators continued to mock him, Lexx's expression darkened, ready to shout at them.

However, Nexus calmly waved him off, maintaining an emotionless facade.

Kassius, though not showing much emotion, clenched his fists in frustration. How dare they mock His Highness?

Nexus watched the Cultivators with a stoic expression, waiting for their laughter to die down. "Have you finished laughing? If not, feel free to continue. I have all the time in the world," he said with a faint smile, his red eyes glowing.

The room fell silent, the mockery still evident on their faces.

Nexus already knew that these guys wouldn't take him seriously. But he didn't let their mockery get to him. They were just a ragtag group, and he knew he could overpower them with strength and benefits until they surrendered to him.

"Why do you think we would want to be your subordinates? And what makes you think you can overthrow the Nobles?" One rogue Cultivator taunted, his voice dripping with sarcasm.

Nexus turned to face the speaker, a sinister smile playing on his lips as his red eyes glowed ominously.

Stepping forward, he calmly stated, "Just because I am stronger than all of you."

" BOOOOOOOM "

Suddenly, a deafening boom echoed through the room as Nexus unleashed his Seventh Layer Body Integration Realm cultivation base.

The rogue Cultivators were caught off guard, some stumbling back and vomiting blood, others dropping to their knees in pain. Despite their varying levels of cultivation,with the highest at the Eighth Layer of Essence Meridian Realm and lowest at the Fifth Layer of Essence Meridian,they were no match for Nexus, who stood two realms above them as a Body Integration Realm Cultivator.

As they looked at Nexus with fear, their faces drained of color, the mocking expressions replaced with terror. It was as if they were staring into the eyes of a demon from the depths of hell.