The morning sun shone weakly through the smoky haze that lingered over the city. Workers, mostly citizens with magical craftsmanship skills, toiled amidst the ruins of the old Imperial Pce. The sounds of enchanted hammers striking stone and spells shaping materials into intricate designs filled the air.


    Though they worked diligently, unease was palpable in their movements. The events of the previous night—the massacre and the mysterious earthquakes—were still fresh in their minds.


    Aengus stood at the highest vantage point overlooking the construction site, his gaze cold and focused. Dressed in simple yet regal attire, he exuded an aura of authority that kept both workers and onlookers at bay. His hands were sped behind his back as he observed every detail, ensuring that the reconstruction of the pce proceeded without w.


    The new Imperial Pce was to symbolize a new era, an unyielding testament to the future Aengus envisioned. Its foundations were beingid atop the rubble of the old—a direct metaphor for the destruction and rebirth of the empire.


    They would be part of new Empire: United Liberation Empire, and Aengus would be the sole Sovereign.


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    While most of the citizens had no idea about the source ofst night''s earthquakes, whispers of spection ran rampant. The workers cast nervous nces at one another, asionally sneaking peeks at Aengus, whose calm demeanor was both reassuring and intimidating.


    Some believed the earthquakes were a divine warning. Others whispered that Aengus himself was the cause, wielding powers beyond mortalprehension. Either way, one thing was certain—the New Ruler was a force that none dared to defy.


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    Suddenly, Aengus raised his hand and snapped his fingers. A low hum resonated in the air as a spatial portal materialized before him, swirling with chaotic energy. The workers paused momentarily, their curiosity outweighing their fear, and turned their eyes toward the phenomenon.


    From the portal emerged seven figures: The Three Generals—Quin, Drake, and Yona—and Aria.


    Their expressions were a mix of confusion and skepticism as they stepped onto the construction site.


    "Wee to the Phoenix Empire, everyone. Oh, no, I should call it the Liberation Empire from now on, shouldn''t I?" Be said, suddenly appearing with a smug expression.


    "Is this really the Phoenix Empire?" Aria asked curiously, her toneced with doubt.


    "Yes, it is," Aengus confirmed calmly.


    "Your Majesty, does that mean you''ve truly conquered the Phoenix Empire? But how?" General Felix asked in disbelief.


    Was it really so easy to conquer an empire these days?


    "With enough power, nothing is impossible, General," Aengus replied with a casual shrug.


    Leon, Martin, and Felix exchanged nces, their expressions showing a shared understanding: their Emperor''s power had grown to an unimaginable degree.


    "Ah, that''s incredible, Your Majesty. But you should have summoned me for help—I would have loved to join you!" Quin eximed excitedly, raising his fist in enthusiasm.


    "Battle maniac..." Yona muttered under her breath. However, the awe in her eyes was unmistakable, much like the expressions of Drake and Aria.


    "Brother-inw, I don''t even know what to say anymore. If this keeps up, do you even need us at this point?" Drake asked, half-joking but with a tinge of genuine concern.


    "Yes," Aengus replied firmly, his gaze shifting meaningfully toward Aria. "And very soon, the time wille."


    "Ethan, are you hurt?" Aria asked softly, her concern evident in her eyes.


    "No, Aria," Aengus reassured her with a slight shake of his head.


    "Oh, that''s good. Will this be our new pce from now on?" Aria asked, her tone filled with curiosity.


    Be chimed in with a confident smile, "Yes, Aria. Our husband is now an Emperor with over 200 million warriors, though we incurred a heavy lossst night."


    "200 million! I can imagine the spectacle," Aria added with a smile. However, Be''s mention of the losses piqued everyone''s curiosity.


    "What exactly happenedst night, Be?" Aria asked, voicing the question that was on everyone''s mind.


    Be''s expression turned more serious as she replied, "There was a dramatic twistst night. Perhaps it''s better if you hear about itter—or maybe, not at all, Aria."


    Aria frowned slightly, confused, and turned to Aengus for answers. She received only a mental message from him: "I''ll exin it to youter."


    Understanding, Aria gave a curt nod. Changing the topic, she asked, "So, where is your mother, Sister Be?"


    "Oh, right!" Be eximed, her face lighting up. "I should let you all meet my family. The Phoenix Empress is my grandmother, and Vira is my grandfather. Come, follow me, and I''ll introduce you to everyone."


    As they began to walk, Leon spoke up in surprise, "Empress Consort, you''re really the granddaughter of the Phoenix Empress? That''s a revtion! I never knew she even had a granddaughter."


    Be chuckled softly at General Leon''s astonishment. "Well, now you know. There''s much to my family''s story that you might find surprising, General."


    The group followed Be, their curiosity growing as they prepared to meet one of the most revered figures in the empire.


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    Inside a simple yet elegant house adorned with expensive jewels and intricate craftsmanship, the group entered a room where they would meet the legendary figures—Phoenix Empress udia, Vira the Sky Dragon King, and Sky Phoenix Queen Chrystia.


    Chrystia greeted them warmly, her radiant smile adding to her graceful aura. "Good to see you once again, Leon, Felix, Martin," she said, recognizing the group from past encounters.


    Leon and the others bowed gracefully, their respect evident in their demeanor. "It''s a pleasure to see you again, Sky Phoenix Queen," Leon replied politely. "May we also have the honor of meeting the Phoenix Empress?"


    Before Chrystia could respond, a melodious yetmanding voice echoed from another room. "Oh, it seems our Son-inw has brought guests."


    Emerging with an aura of timeless elegance was udia, the Phoenix Empress, apanied by Vira, the Sky Dragon King. The stark contrast between the petite udia and the hulking, muscr Vira made for an unusual yet striking pair. udia''s youthful appearance, like that of a little girl, caught Leon and the others off guard, their eyes gleaming with astonishment.


    But instanly after that the three generals recognised the little girl. She was the true Phoenix Empress.


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