The Rise of the Black Plain

A few days later, news of the incident in Vogel reached the Black Plain, along with Lulu West's message.

Dillian was at this instant in the royal throne hall with the journal that spoke of such an incident and Lulu's letter in his hands, speaking to the core of the local administration.

"From His Grace's previous statement, this incident in Vogel can only have been initiated by him," Dillian said as she looked at the Spiritual Emperors there. "Not only was His Grace in that state's capital before the incident, but this strange phenomenon reported in the news can only be one of his fusions."

"Then we can be sure that His Grace orchestrated this act..." Someone there commented, feeling that this would be best for the Black Plain since Minos always acted in search of the best results for his side.

At the same time, they could not help but feel an even greater admiration for Minos, considering that even after leaving the northern region, he was still quite decisive.

Hell, he dared to act even against Spiritual Saints!

Thus, for those people who were at most low-level Spiritual Emperors, Minos' accomplishments were satisfying!

Dillian nodded to that person. "Yes, then we must accelerate contact with the Church Spiritual Emperors in that state who have made agreements with him to stabilize our influence there."

"Also, immediately send a message to His Grace. We need to alert him about Albano's request for him to assist in dialogue to avoid a war."

Chaos was perfect for creating opportunities. But besides the fact that Minos was committed to that state in helping it in situations like the current one, peace was not bad for them either.

After all, the Black Plain kept growing and, day by day, became richer in crystals and spiritual quality. Hence, as long as this state had time to grow, sooner or later, it would surpass even these troublesome neighbors in the northern region!

Therefore, Dillian wasted no time ordering the notification to be sent to Minos.

Meanwhile, he was delighted with Minos' performance on his trip since even a high-level kingdom had been thrown into chaos by the actions of such a person.

And considering how Dillian knew Minos, this local doctor was sure that his leader must have some plans in mind!

'The Black Plain is probably going to be involved in this Vogel matter and the tensions between the Flaming Empire and the other states...' He pondered. 'I just don't know how yet.'

Meanwhile, Gavin Rowse, the young man with the Eyes of Destruction, listened to all the dialogue of that group, interested in the adventures of Minos.

'That fellow is imposing! His courage to face those stronger than him is truly the greatest I have ever seen.' He thought about this while he had a version of one of the journals reporting on the incidents in Vogel.

'At this rate, I may get rid of my enemies sooner than I thought!'

...

At the same time, Maisie had already found out about Minos' actions in Vogel, even though she had no information about his departure from the Black Plain or King Stuart's plans.

She might not have his information, but she knew that her son was the only one who had reason to distrust the Vogel family because of the tip she had given him. And as the one most interested in solving the mystery behind his mysterious enemies, Minos was the most likely to try to act to bring down that royal house.

But not only that, as it had been revealed in the recent news that the Vogel family had been accused by a level 61 masked young man of ordering Spiritual Saints to the Black Plain, this woman was sure who such a person was!

Thus, she was confident that her son would soon arrive in the Gray Clouds Sect!

...

"Father, little Minos is coming here," Maisie said as she found her father after days of this individual outside the sect.

"Oh? I didn't expect that." Old Oswald replied in surprise, interested in this. "Tell me more about it. I want to settle some matters with my grandson as soon as possible..."

...

While those most directly affected by the tensions in Vogel and on the northernmost border of the Flaming Empire were moving, the movements of the Church had come to the attention of people in the Western and Eastern Empires!

These two states were enemies, but they also had rival relations with the Evergreen Empire, the home of the Spiritual Church.

Since the Evergreen imperial family was actually the most powerful branch of the Spiritual Church, the movements of this institution were seen as an extension of the actions of the rivals of these two empires.

Thus, given the unprecedented occupation by the Spiritual Church, both of these colossi to the west of the Central Continent were paying attention to Vogel, despite the insignificance of this kingdom.

In particular, the Eastern Empire, home of the supposedly strongest man in the world, was concerned about this incident!

...

Capital of the Eastern Empire, Nox...

In this incomparably stunning place, vibrant to the point that even the clouds seemed unique, two men were talking, sitting on thrones made of clouds above the sky.

"Have you heard these recent rumors?" A blond fellow, skin tanned in a way that seemed to glow golden, asked his partner, playing spiritual chess with him.

The man, who had black hair and a muscular and violent appearance, said. "I heard... Maybe this has something to do with that problem?"

The blond man then drank a special drink from a bottle. "Probably. In recent years, I've heard that that troublemaker group has been looking for the key to that place..."

"Oh? Is that true?" The other looked at this blond fellow. "Maybe I should pay more attention to that matter. If that secret order of the Church finds such a key, it will be a walk in the park for them to free that person."

The blond man closed his eyes and said. "That's right. And if that happens, even the old men of the Divine Continent will be in trouble... That fellow was only a short step away from ascending, so I don't even want to imagine what will happen if he is released."

"All this when we already have to worry about the bastards in the Western Empire... Sigh, these are chaotic times." The black-haired man said before making his move on the game.

...

Meanwhile, near one of the Western Empire's borders with the Eastern Empire, a young-looking man was floating above the clouds, his eyes closed, meditating.

But as he was doing so, he suddenly opened his eyes, finishing receiving mental communication. 'Spiritual Church, huh?'

He then smiled and muttered to himself. "Well, chaos is what I need! We won't accomplish anything if the damned in the Eastern Empire is at peace!"

"Then I can only wait for the cursed Spiritual Church to find what they are looking for and expand their delusional plans."

"Let's allow them to weaken, and finally, the true Ancient Empire will come back into existence in the Central Continent!" He looked to the horizon as heavy clouds formed in the surroundings, little by little releasing their charge.