The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

Chapter 321 Toward Eden

”It might be late, but allow me to introduce myself. I am a Princess of the Sky-Flame Royal Family, Karin Sky-Flame.”

Cainʼs eyes narrowed as he heard that, but he simply nodded. He was not entirely surprised since the young womanʼs behavior was clearly not that of an envoy.

”Hahaha, sorry about that. I always have problems with my little sister.”

”Donʼt worry. Your man said you had some important matter to discuss with me regarding Eden.”

Cain was direct, hinting at the reason why he accepted this invitation. He was not interested in small talk since his last interaction with Royals was not really pleasant.

Damian did not stop smiling and simply nodded.

”Yes, you are right. However, it would be better if we speak while we eat. There is a great feast, and I am sure you will like it.”

Cain considered things for a moment and nodded. There was a difference between being direct and rude, and there was no reason to reject Damianʼs invitation to eat.

The four walked toward a table as a group of men began to display all sorts of delicious food in the hall. No other member of the Royal Family sat with them, which hinted that Damian was not interested in the other Princesses or Princes.

”I must say, your actions in the Blood Sea were truly mind-blowing. You defeated those ten Blood Champions in a row and even overcame the last one that managed to use Hypersonic Speed.”

”It was hard. I nearly lost my life during the last battle.”

Cain did not over inflate his ego and spoke those words as he began to eat the food, along with Krane. Karin saw that, and a small smile appeared on her face as she also began to eat.

Damian nodded, and he slowly began to learn a little more about Cainʼs nature. Soon, a sharp light appeared in his eyes for a moment as he spoke.

”It is a pleasant surprise to learn that you will pass through our domain. I am sure you are going to Eden for your Arcane Noble Ceremony, but you must also be looking to the Three Towers of Adam.”

Cain stopped eating as he heard that, and his eyes narrowed as he focused on the Royal Prince. There was no real excitement in Cainʼs heart regarding the ceremony since becoming a noble had little importance. He was only doing it to make his family name resound across the empire.

However, the Three Towers of Adam was something that really drew his attention. Although his breakthrough to the Middle Stage was magnificent, solidifying his foundation and pushing his Blood Rebirth to the Golden Stage, he would need to accumulate several fortuitous encounters to evolve to Late Wave Champion with Mercury Blood in his veins.

”You are well informed.”

A sharp light appeared in Cainʼs eyes as he stared at Damian. Knowing about the Noble Arcane Ceremony was one thing, but his intent to visit the Three Towers of Adam was entirely different.

Damian immediately shook his head, clearly stating he had not investigated Cain.

”Not really. You are young and surely are looking for lucky chances. The towers are the most logical move.”

Cain thought for a moment before nodding, accepting those words.

”You are right. I will see the towers and every other place in the capital that can be useful to me.”

Damian nodded and took a sip of his cup before speaking again.

”Then we are in luck. I am planning to make a trip to Eden and will be more than happy to accompany you. With my guidance, you will move much faster in the capital.”

The young princessʼ eyes nearly shone when she heard that and stared at Cain with expectation.

Cainʼs reaction was much calmer, and while it was tempting, he softly shook his head.

”Thank you for your kind offer, but I already have a guide. I would not like to impose myself on your travel arrangements.”

Although it was very cordial, Cain practically said he could do it alone and did not want to get into a bunch of troubles that usually accompany royals and nobles.

Damian stared briefly at Cain before glancing at the middle-aged man beside him.

Krane grew tense as he felt the eyes of the young man focusing on him. Even at his full power, winning a fight would have been nearly impossible, much less now that he could not use Wave Burst.

”I am sure your man can guide you through Eden, but the access he can get cannot match mine, not to mention that we will not just go around seeing things. I am actually meeting with the Fourth Imperial Prince and plan to extend the invitation to you.”

Cain and Krane immediately showed surprise in their eyes upon hearing that. A Royal Prince and an Imperial Prince were very different. The first were just anointed by their Royal Familyʼs elders according to their talent and merits, but the second were the sons of the current Emperor of the Godslayer Humankind.

Although meeting the Imperial Family was interesting, Cain still wanted to avoid getting into those tumultuous waters. He had little regard for nobility and did not care about their schemes and plots.

However, before he could refuse again, Damian spoke.

”As the guest of the Fourth Imperial Prince, we could access the Three Towers of Adam upon our arrival in the capital. Alone, you would need to wait at least a few weeks, and I am sure you would not want to waste time.”

Cain stared at Damian for a moment before glancing at Krane, and upon seeing the middle-aged manʼs expression, he understood it was true. The Three Towers of Adam were exclusive, and not everybody could use them.

As a Colonel of the Imperial Army, he had the chance to secure a spot, but the waiting time would be at least fifteen days. If he wanted to visit the towers quickly, he would need help, and there was no one with greater influence than a member of the Imperial Family.

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ʼAhhhh.ʼ

Cain silently sighed before focusing on Damian.

”What would this invitation be about?”

Once again, he was tactful, but the intent in his voice was clear. He wanted to know what he would have in exchange for this favor.

Damian liked the way Cain acted. The young man was tactful enough to keep a cordial conversation but going straight to the point and understanding there was nothing like a free meal in this world.

”The meeting is an Imperial Fest organized by several Imperial Princes. In these meetings, the fame of the people each Prince can draw will greatly impact their standing, and right now, you are one of the most famous people on the continent.

Of course, things could take sudden turns during the feast, but you are not forced to do anything.”

Cain showed a small smile as he heard that. If that was all they wanted, his presence and relying on his fame, he was more than happy to do it since he never cared for them.

”If that is the case, I am happy to attend the meeting with you as a guest of the Fourth Imperial Prince.”

Damian showed a radiant smile as he heard that, and the group continued eating while making small talk until late at night. Cain and Krane were given adjacent rooms inside the castle, flooded with powerful Life Wave. Sleep relaxed their bodies and helped them recover from the last week in the forest.

As the first rays of light shone in the sky, Cain, Damian, Krane, and Karin were at the volcanoʼs base, watching a massive beast emerge from the magma. It was a King Beast bathed in flames, and its aura was overwhelmingly powerful.

”SHIEEEKKK!”

The King Beast unleashed a mighty bird cry that echoed across the castle. It resembled a giant bird, nearly twenty meters tall, with wings over three times that size. There was a fierce aura in its eyes, but peace returned to its heart as it focused on Damian.

Cainʼs eyes widened as he stared at the King Beast. Not only was it extremely powerful, but he was surprised to see a Runic Inscription on its chest. Although it was hard to determine its use without activating it, it was very potent.

”This is my Contracted Beast, Great Blaze. With him, we can cross through the Cicada Forest, heading directly to Eden, without needing to go through the other States in our path.”

Damian spoke with a smile as he jumped onto the back of Great Blaze, along with his sister. Cain and Krane stared at the beast momentarily before jumping onto it. Despite the King Beastʼs flaming nature, its energy did not harm them.

”SHIREEEKKK!”

The King Beast unleashed a second roar as it waved its wings, flashing at Hypersonic Speed into the distance, leaving a trail of flames on the sky as it left the Sky-Flame State.