The Glory of Noxus.

The noise is over.

The audience hall has regained its former tranquility.

The dim candlelight flickered in the silence, adding a touch of vitality to the empty hall.

After bidding farewell to Hojixing, Swain, holding a black cane, returned to the audience hall that witnessed the glory and lows of the empire.

His expression was as calm as water, his gaze crossed the empty hall, followed the light, and finally fell on the cold throne at the top.

It symbolizes the supreme power of the empire.

But at this moment it feels so lonely and distant.

Complex emotions flashed in Swain's dark eyes, as if he was recalling the past, and as if he was thinking about how to go in the future.

After a while.

Swain sighed softly, gripped his black cane tightly, and walked up the stone steps, step by step, towards the cold throne above.

The empty throne was carved from obsidian, a little rough but with sharp edges.

The towering and tall pillars surround the throne, forming sharp angles, standing like guardians.

Ancient colorful flags were hung on both sides, swaying gently in the night breeze.

The burning candles on the candlesticks cast mottled light and shadows, directing all eyes in the audience hall to the throne.

Is the only master!

Swain stood in front of the throne, staring at the black throne quietly.

Since the execution of Bron Darkwill.

The Noxian Empire would no longer have a sole ruler, and there would no longer be a tyrant on the throne.

But now, Swain feels that it may be time for it to attract a new owner.

"Many characters recorded in ancient myths are coming to Valoran one by one."

Swain turned around and looked down at the silent capital, his heart filled with ripples.

Deep in the Rocklund Plains, his conversation with Huo Jixing seemed calm, and he didn't care much about the situation in northern Shurima.

But only he himself knows that the unprecedented pressure filling his heart has made him lose his former decisiveness and foresight.

Desert Emperor Azir!

Ancient witch spirit Xerath!

Nasus, the God of Death of the Desert!

Desert Butcher Renekton!

There is also the forgotten land of Icathia, and the traces of void creatures suddenly appearing.

Their appearance is stirring up the situation on the Valoran continent with an irresistible force.

“The turmoil is coming!”

Swain looked away and sighed softly.

This is also the reason why he was so determined to take action against Black Rose and Pale Lady.

The Noxian Empire must never suffer from internal strife again!

Swain thought of the hesitation that Huo Jixing had just expressed and shook his head slightly.

With Huo Jixing's current strength, the position of general within the empire is within his reach.

But he doesn't seem to care about these positions and is more focused on improving his own abilities.

Swain felt anticipation in his heart, as he could no longer clearly see Huo Jixing's strength.

Huo Jixing left Swain's residence.

When he walked down the triumphal stairs, he unexpectedly saw Catalina, Heini and others waiting, with Gregory guarding them.

"Uncle Huo Jixing!"

Annie was the first to notice Huo Jixing, and immediately ran over, jumping and skipping, with a clear and cheerful laughter.

Huo Jixing bent down, picked up Annie, walked to Catalina and Gregory, and nodded to them.

"His Majesty Swain deliberately kept you here. Did he give you any reward?"

Catalina walked up to Huo Jixing and asked curiously.

The order in northern Shurima was stabilized and the interests of the empire were not violated.

It is because of Huo Jixing’s strength that plays a crucial role.

"He wants to give me the position of commander of the Reiser Garrison Corps." Huo Jixing did not hide it and said it directly.

Catalina and Gregory looked grim upon hearing this.

They were smart people and immediately understood what Swain meant.

This is to prepare to train Huo Jixing as the next leader of Noxus.

This news was undoubtedly a huge shock to Catalina and Gregory.

But they didn't have too many surprises.

The Noxian Empire believes in—

Power and strength!

The strength and potential demonstrated by Huo Jixing are enough for the Trifali Council to make a decision.

But Huo Jixing's next answer made them shocked and stare in amazement.

"I refused!"

Huo Jixing rubbed Annie's hair and spoke casually.

He bent down and kissed Annie's forehead, causing the snow-white Poro in his arms to cry out in dissatisfaction.

Catalina seemed a little confused, but she did not continue asking questions. Instead, she moved closer to Huo Jixing.

She knew that Huo Jixing had his own intentions and plans, and was willing to support his decision.

Gregory's eyes flickered, and he seemed to understand something in his heart.

He recalled the happy times he had spent with Huo Jixing.

It seems that Huo Jixing doesn't care much about other things, but he attaches great importance to strength.

I spend almost all my time meditating and improving myself.

Huo Jixing stretched out his left hand and hugged Katarina gently, feeling very happy about her understanding.

He looked up at the stars in the night sky, and couldn't help but think of the scene when he had just crossed over and narrowly escaped death.

Those difficult moments made him understand his inner pursuits.

Only with absolute strength can one gain a foothold in the Valoran continent.

As his strength grew, he gradually felt the majesty and influence that power brought.

Huo Jixing discovered that as long as he had the strength, he could subdue everyone and make them gather around him.

His goals became clearer.

He wants to become a truly powerful man in the Valoran continent and make everyone bow down to him.

Underground castle, deep place.

Evelyn stepped out of the shadows, her dark, ethereal limbs transformed into warm flesh, and her body was covered with a cool black veil.

Mysterious and alluring.

She walked slowly with light steps, following the lights embedded in the wall.

As Evelyn moved forward, the shadows around her seemed to retreat behind her, leaving her with a path into the unknown.

At the end of the passage, a pitch-black door appeared, with ancient patterns engraved on its surface.

Evelyn reached out and pushed the door open, then she stopped, raised her brows slightly, and looked at the pale lady who appeared.

"How come you have time to come here?"

The pale lady looked calm, her deep eyes met Evelyn's purple eyes, and she asked softly.

"Did you get the information I wanted?"

"I'm sorry, I failed."

Evelyn's eyes flickered, and she bowed slightly to the pale lady, her words full of apology.

"Although I successfully transformed into Katarina's appearance, Huo Jixing's strength is unfathomable and he keenly noticed my abnormality."

"His strength has long surpassed what has been recorded in intelligence. I simply cannot avoid his observation."

After hearing Evelyn's words, the Pale Lady fell silent and her eyes became mysterious.

Buzz!

Suddenly, an invisible pressure appeared, covering the underground castle, as if making the air tremble.

Such silence and pressure made Evelin feel a little uneasy.

The Pale Lady is very powerful, otherwise she wouldn't be so careful.

"The previous conditions remain unchanged. I want to continue to make a deal with you."

The Pale Lady looked deeply at Evelyn who was slowly retreating, and proposed a deal again.

"What deal?"

"I need you to guard a castle."

After the transaction was completed, Evelyn left the underground castle directly.

The Pale Lady stood there, her skin so pale that it was almost transparent, and a hint of purple light appeared in her deep eyes.

"There is no trace of the cowardly Vladimir anymore. He has also abandoned the Scarlet Order and is likely to have long since left the vortex of the empire."

"Even so, the power of the Black Rose is still not something you can resist."

The Pale Lady's mind saw Swain's face, and she whispered.

Then, Huo Jixing's handsome face appeared in his mind.

What the Pale Lady is really worried about is—

Huo Jixing!

She had already received intelligence from the Shurima continent that the growth rate of the Protoss talents was too terrifying.

Not only did he kill Vladimir's thousand-year-old body, but he also suppressed the Desert Emperor Azir and the ancient wizard Xerath.

This made the pale lady feel unprecedented pressure.

"Not only Evelyn, I need to find more allies."

The Pale Lady let out a sigh. Even if it cost more, she would never let them affect that matter.

Ever since Swain started planning.

Behind the prosperity of the Noxian capital, a turbulent undercurrent began to stir.

Although the Black Rose could not fully understand Swain's specific plan, they sensed a danger approaching.

Silent, yet full of murderous intent.

Just as Black Rose guessed, beneath the turbulent waves, killing and death became the norm.

On cold nights, the streets of Noxus are often filled with the sounds of swords clashing and low roars.

The Reiser Garrison and the Black Rose began to clash frequently, coupled with the selfless actions of the Faceless Assassin's Guild.

The Black Rose gradually fell into a disadvantage, lost many important sources of intelligence, and knew very little about Swain's plans.

This made them appear increasingly passive in this secret contest, and the situation became increasingly unfavorable for them.

No matter how the situation outside changes, Huo Jixing doesn't care at all and immerses himself in his own cultivation.

After he declined Swain's appointment, the reward given to him was exchanged for items from the Imperial Treasury at his request.

Similar to the last time, Huo Jixing selected several magic rune items of good quality.

But his goal this time is to maximize his own interests.

Therefore, he chose those magic rune items that could decompose the most essence.

“That’s enough!”

Huo Jixing sat upright on the bed, opened the data panel, and a smile appeared at the corner of his eyes.

[Name: Huo Jixing]

【Quality: 680】

【Strength: 49.08】

[Physique: 49.08]

[Agility: 49.08]

【Spirit: 49.08】

[Skills: Conquer the master, look inside yourself, and have photographic memory]

[Talent: Star Spirit·Nanli Suzaku, Star Spirit·Donghua Azure Dragon, Star Spirit·Xiji White Tiger]

"Xuanwu Star Map!"

Huo Jixing whispered in his heart, and directly chose to use the essence, preparing to activate the last talent of the Four Spirits of Heaven.

[Turn on talent! 】

The cold system upgrade sounded, and the dark green data stream with blue essence outlined a snake and turtle-shaped pattern in the sea of ​​consciousness.

It is the image of Xuanwu.

It has the same body as a turtle and a snake, but has features such as a dragon head, a turtle body, and a snake tail!

The next moment!

The dark waves filled the field of vision.

Huo Jixing stepped on the crest of the wave, and the Nanli fire, Donghua Yi wood energy and Xiji Geng metal power in his body became agitated at the same time.

[Congratulations to the host, you have unlocked your talent. Star Spirit·Xuanwu! ]

Huo Jixing's consciousness moved, and a dark wave submerged him.

Wrapped in this darkness, he seemed to have lost his perception of the outside world and was drawn into an unknown abyss.

When he came to his senses again, he was already in the Xuanwu star map.

The vast starry sky comes into view, dotted with numerous stars and brilliant rays of light.

Huo Jixing stood suspended in the starry sky, his eyes gazing far into the north.

Under the quiet starry sky, seven stars with black glow are embedded in the night sky, like ancient black holes, swallowing up the light in the starry sky.

The Seven Stars of Xuanwu!

Huo Jixing gazed at the seven stars and felt the majestic power they emanated.

This is the power of Xuanwu!

It was also at this moment that Huo Jixing, hidden under the starry sky, caught the figure of Xuanwu, crawling quietly among the stars.

The turtle back on its back is like an ancient mountain, which has gone through many vicissitudes of life but still stands tall.

The texture on the turtle's back is clearly visible, and each piece sparkles like black jade.

Xuanwu's dark dragon eyes opened slightly, deep and calm, as if able to see through the truth of all things in the world.

Its tail is agile and majestic, slowly wrapping around Xuanwu's body, as if it has spirituality, sometimes stretching out, sometimes tightly wrapping around.

When Huo Jixing looked into Xuanwu's dragon eyes, he immediately developed a mysterious connection with the Seven Stars of Xuanwu.

Then, he moved his gaze and looked towards the first of the seven Xuanwu constellations in the starry sky.

The star of Douxiu!

Huo Jixing glanced at the remaining essence on the data panel. The amount was enough to directly light up the Douxiu Star.

Douxiu.

It is the first of the seven stars of Xuanwu and is located on Xuanwu’s forehead.

The master will pass the imperial examination and gain official position, with gentle breeze and drizzle.

It's the star of the emperor!

"Ok?"

Huo Jixing paused and stared at the many golden words appearing in his heart.

The Star of the Son of Heaven?

He was a little curious and looked carefully at the slowly flowing golden words. They were indeed similar to what he understood.

The star of the Son of Heaven resides in the Temple of Heaven and should not be easily offended by ordinary people.

"It really is the star of the Son of Heaven!"

Huo Jixing shook his head slightly, and turned to feel the Xuanwu power emerging in his body.

The water of the north is Ren and Gui!

He lowered his eyes, and a black glow appeared at his fingertips, turning into water of Ren and Gui, like black mercury, weighing more than a thousand pounds.

At the same time, under the harmony of the water of Ren and Gui in the north.

The Nanli fire, the Donghua Yi wood energy and the Xiji Geng metal power in his body seemed to be merging into one.

"Chaos?"

Huo Jixing was filled with thoughts.

However, his attention was soon drawn to the changes in the data panel.

【Strength: 50】

[Physique: 50]

[Agility: 50]

【Spirit: 50】

After opening the Xuanwu constellation, the four basic attributes have reached the legendary limit.

But the question now is, how can he break through?

Should we continue to light up the Xuanwu constellation?

Directly break through by force.

Huo Jixing really wanted to try it, but the amount of essence he had was not enough to support this idea.

However, Huo Jixing did not give up. He closed his eyes and carefully sensed the flow of power in his body.

At this moment, a flash of inspiration suddenly appeared in his mind.

He realized that all he lacked was the right timing.

As long as the time comes, he can directly break the legendary boundaries.

"The timing? I'll wait and see."