Chapter: *Gathering*
In a vast space, towering trees and scattered rocks covered this plain, breaking the resplendent rays of the sunlight.A gigantic metallic grey mansion stood on the precipice of a mountain, thick miasmic fog of clouds enshrouded it's surroundings, multiple colors of light flickered on it's color, giving it a mysterious look.If one looked at it from afar, it looked like it was floating in the air.It exuded a terrifying presence, even a silver ranker wouldn't dare approach this mansion casually, it looked akin to an ancient primordial beast, infact, anyone below gold-ranker couldn't come 15 metres close to the mansion, an invisible pressure would push the person out.What was even more shocking was the horrifying fluctuations of multiple gold-rankers coming from the insides.In an extremely decorated room, multiple jade crystals were imbedded in the walls, sending out it's colored light spilling across the room. Seven figures sat down around a long table, at the extreme end was a figure robed in pure white, so white even the jade light paled in comparison.A cloak covered it's face, the figure nuzzled a wine on it's hand and the rest lowered their heads in reverence.Shockingly, everyone in this room radiated a strong aura of a gold-ranker and it was several times, stronger than the President's clone. The figure dressed in a white robe didn't let out any undulations, it looked like it was he was very ordinary, if not because it sat in a leadership position, it would have been hard to even notice."Elder song, what's the situation of the Sapa Nation?" The white robed figure asked, it's voice sonorous and deep, it carried an imposing sound."Ahem! There has been major news from the country. The number one being the protest going on in the country, the government is majorly weakened and divided. If we pick them pieces by pieces, we can control their government, the president's authority isn't strong anymore, however, he has been taking countermeasures and that leads to the second major news" Elder Song paused and cleared his throat."One of the strongest Assassin guild, the black cross's leader, Greenwood has been captured and imprisoned, awaiting trial and possible execution. it proven to be that he actually attacked the president with Roy Kent, Sharon Madison and Parker Lasso. Last I remembered, Parker Lasso is from the famous Lasso family in the star city and it has openly opposed the presidential rule, so the president can now easily nip it in a bud after this assault incidence, making one less problem for him" Elder Song continued and narrated the events very detailed as if he was there.The white robed figure wore a contemplative expression. As for what was in it's mind, it was a mystery."Kiki.., The Sapa Nation is divided. Isn't this our best shot?" A burly looking middle-aged man spoke out, a hint of smile playing on his lips."I already have a chess piece, we can move and throw in more chaos""The Sapa Nation has too much resources to itself and if not, because of it's ancestral reputation, we would have raided that place a long time ago"."Good, good. They're at their weakest point, a few moves and we can claim the whole land for ourselves".Many of the men here spoke out, all looking like a wolf in sheep's clothing, eyeing the Sapa Nation as if it was their prey."We should bolster the forces of the Lasso family, among all our chess pieces, those ones are the biggest and you know, the biggest objects makes the most waves and ripples. The Lasso family has always been a strong opposition to the presidential rule and now, that the president is making a move on them 'righteously'. They will need help and that is where we come in" The white cloaked figure spoke, it's voice extremely masculine.They all nodded in agreement after giving it a thought, their eyes sparkled with excitement, a cruel smile on their faces. "Elder Liang, move your forces to the Lasso family in their direst moment and support them, even if they're suspicious, they would have no choice but to allow your assistance and that's what we need" The white cloaked figure issued a command to a grizzly old man.The grizzly old man roared with laughter, his eyes squinting in excitement."Good, good one, Master Radiant. Brilliant. It shall be done. The Sapa Nation must fall!" A terrifying glint flashed within the Grizzly old Man's pupils.......At a mysterious space, a green robed man appeared and bowed at back of a grey robed youth."The sublime crystals are being excavated to your royal house, your highness" Shockingly, this green robed man was the president of the Sapa Nation.If anyone had seen this, they would be beyond shocked and wouldn't even believe it, the revered and ruthless President that doesn't even care much about his citizens is here bowing to a young youth."I see, you have encountered some problems" The grey robed youth spoke, his voice child-like."I-it's nothing, your highness. Just minor matters" The president's voice was shaky."Minor? Your entire country is revolting against you and you call that minor, eh?" The youth turned towards him.The grey robed youth looked extremely child-like, his appearance was that of a fifteen year old child, his dark skin had an alabaster shine to it, a noble and imperial air could be observed from his every moment, his hair was curled and kinky, exuding a very dark shine and his lips were as red as roses, creating a contrast with the dark background. The youth's eyes sparkled with a blinding radiance and a strong, unfathomable aura enshrouded him."I apologize, Royal Prince Seyi. I will find a way to quell the anger of the masses, I have already found a scapegoat to pin most of the crimes to and i will get more" The president replied."Hmph. I reckon, some other countries are already eyeing you, you would need to be cautious. Alot of people covet your abundant resources and it's in times like this, they will love to strike and they won't hesitate to strike at your lowest point" Prince Seyi looked at the President and shook his head.The president snorted and straightened his back, puffing his chest out, looking very heroic."Worry not, I have lived long enough to expect things like this and if they think, I'm a push over then they will suffer irreplaceable loses and defeats in my hands" The President smirked.Chapter: *Hidden* *Agenda*Royal prince Seyi stroked his chin thoughtfully."The Royal capitol will help you investigate and quell some of your troubles, this is you having our backing openly but the only catch is, we get 10% more resources shipped into our kingdom" Seyi gazed at the President with a smile. The President's facial muscles twitched uncontrollably, as if he's about to burst but he managed to suppress it and took a deep breath. 'Hmph. You bunch of scoundrels, exploiting me in my moment of weakness, if not because of Sapa Nation is significantly divided, your royal capitol wouldn't even be qualified to have a trade deal with us'.The president gritted his teeth. "Deal!" The President managed to say. Royal Prince Seyi naturally knew what he was thinking but he merely smiled. Afterall, they were all adept schemers and taking advantage of another is the most appropriate thing to do in this situation, it's a dog eat dog world. Only the strongest gets to make a decis
Chapter: *Syrie*"Terrorist? Give me full details, Ignox" A slight crease furrowed the head doctor's brows, he reclined on his chair, a spark of light seemingly igniting in his eyes. "Ahem! The three mysterious people in your hospital sir are named Sharon Madison, Parker Lasso and Roy Kent. They allegedly attacked the President in his secret meditation chamber with the infamous Greenwood but thankfully, the president prevailed and captured Greenwood. Alas, the other three escaped and are now seen in this territory, heavily injured. There's no mistaking it, sir. The president has issued a bounty on their heads" Ignox quickly explained in detail, his expression respectful and indifferent. Ignox held not just respect for this man but more apparent is fear, terrifying and bone-deep fear rooted in him. There was no doubt, Ignox knew the monstrous background this man came from. He had simply came to this town to gain worldly experience and not even the village head knew of his backgrou
Chapter: *Offer*Roy assessed his current condition and didn't know whether to laugh or cry. But thinking about it logically, his life and death was indeed within this man's hand. If he was at his peak condition, perhaps he had a chance of resisting the man and even successfully escape with his life intact.But as it is, he couldn't even muster a hundredth of his strength, he was almost no different from a regular human. Just slightly stronger but this little bit of strength is negligible. "Very well. Apart from getting cover from the presidential gaze, what else do I get in return?" Roy has sense an elaborate scheme in this and he was just going to be one of the little pieces. "Well, as an honorary guest of my clan, anywhere you go, you will reserve preferential treatment and we assure you cultivation resources but pertaining to the merits you have performed for the clan. And if you add the cover up then it isn't a bad offer, no?" Syrie leaned against the wall. The smile of h
Chapter: *The* *Lasso* *Family*The woman had a graceful bearing and kingdom-toppling beauty, her bearing could hint anyone, she is from a noble family and her every movement exuded such grace and nobility. Her skin was pale white and looked without blemish, she looked similar to those K-pop artist in our world. The white haired man named Hiruzen raised his head and the phantom like expanse of the universe behind his back disappeared, his expression eased up a bit and became more gentle. "And we ain't a pushover, we have been existing in this sapa nation since time immemorial, almost as long as the imperial family. Talking about history, we have the deepest save the imperial family. If he thinks, he can leisurely pin some blames on us then he's sorely mistaken" A terrifying glint seemingly exploded from his eyes, causing those around to shiver subconsciously. "Indeed but I don't think, we can go head-to-head with the President just yet. The President had manag
Chapter: *Moving* *On*Thomas rubbed his chin in thought, it seems, he was struggling with something within him. "Fine! I will double your fee, Mr. Thomas. Don't you dare push it!" Hiruzen sighed. This Thomas has always been a reliable source of Intel for the family for more than a decade now but he had never accepted the multiple offers to be a part of it and the reason was because, Thomas love staying on the sideline, if he joined the Lasso family then he would be forced to interfere in any of their personal matters and this is something, he chose not to do. But this doesn't stop him from giving out information once in a while, Thomas is one of the most rooted members of the society with expanded influence into the government, sects, families and all. Although, this had incurred the ire of numerous organizations to try and silence him but he has surprisingly survived countless assassinations and ambushes. "Hahahaha. Since you have put it like tha
Chapter: *An* *Unexpected* *Guest*Parker immediately somersaulted in the air and landed, blood streaking out of the corner of his lips, an unmasked fear covered his expression. His internal organs was almost out of place and the tremendous force was still rattling through his body, Parker quickly steadied his breathe and regulated his internal energy to suppress the force, causing his face to turn almost pale blue.However, Sharon and Roy Kent fared worse, they laid on the ground, almost unconscious and bleeding from all orifices, especially the newly recovered Roy, his breathe was ragged but he managed to keep his eyes and consciousness active by biting his bottom lips deeply till blood dripped downwards, further staining his robes. The explosion kicked off a blinding dirt and dust, leveling the surroundings into nothingness, after the dust had settled, Syrie's figure appeared very distinct and less hazy than it was when the dust covered everywhere. A gigantic wall
A new beginningA childlike blue figure with a humanoid appearance was washing its face in a crystal clear river, mumbling some swear words in the process."What do I have that others do not possess? Why always me and no one else? Why do I have to carry these burdens all by myself…" balfrog was squatting by the river, busy complaining about his bad luck when he saw a giant body drifting slowly in the river.He ignored the body at first, but his golden eyes flashed with a strange light when he saw the floating man move slightly."My luck is not that bad I think, hahaha…the river gods finally smiled at me. I finally found someone to shift all this bad luck to." Balfrog, with open arms, faced the sky and laughed like a mad man…ahem…a mad child.Water splashed everywhere as he ran toward his God-sent helper.When he finally got near him, he dragged the floating man ashore, with all the strength he could muster."Why is he this heavy? He doesn't look like someone from around here. I've see
System activation?Daniel looked round the room, to see a group of blue aliens staring curiously at him. It feels as if he was being stared at by a group of mad scientists.He then noticed that all of them were staring at the Sapa mark on his shoulder. But before his brain could try to process anything, a crisp voice rang in his mind.[Ding!!! The mischief system has found a suitable host, a system preparing to bind][System binding to host!!][Ding!!! Binding complete!!]Daniel was more confused this time around; at first, he found himself in a room full of several blue aliens staring at him as if they might eat him up any time soon. Then this unknown system started to bind with his soul without his consent. Who does that!!!"system? What kind of system are you? What is a system? Why can't you ask for my permission before binding with my soul?" Daniel dropped a series of questions for the system to answer.[Fear not, I am the mischief system, designed by the great lord ******** as c