Chapter 518
The face of the Supreme Master Azrael gradually became serious, and his eyes revealed deep worry. When these pieces of information were connected together, a shocking fact slowly emerged. This fact was so unexpected that Azrael felt a wave of panic creeping through him. He realized that the crisis facing this fortress was far more serious than they imagined, and an unprecedented storm was quietly brewing. "Azrael, report to me the current situation." The Imperial Regent stared sharply at the Supreme Master, his tone revealing unquestionable authority. The Heart of Terra fleet behind him shone like bright stars suspended in the night sky. He continued: "If you think it is necessary, I can mobilize the Imperial Guards in the fleet at any time to assist the Dark Angels in completing their mission."
The Imperial Regent's words revealed his concern for the Dark Angels and respect for the Supreme Master. His eyes shone with wisdom, as if he had anticipated the coming crisis. He knew that the Dark Angels played an irreplaceable role in keeping the Empire safe, and their tasks became increasingly difficult. He therefore expressed without hesitation his readiness to provide all necessary assistance. "
"Thank you for your kindness, the great Imperial Regent." Azriel bowed slightly to the Imperial Regent gracefully, with a firm light shining in his eyes, "However, please believe us, the Dark Angels have been responsible for guarding the security of the Empire since ancient times. We have the ability and determination to deal with the invaders of the Stone Fortress.”
He straightened his waist and revealed an unquestionable confidence in his voice: "We have gone through countless battles and honed our perseverance and superb combat skills. Although the invaders of the Stone Fortress are powerful, they are no match for us. Compared to the Dark Angels, they are nothing but insignificant existences."
A deep light flashed in Azrael's eyes, and he continued: "We are fully aware of the trust the empire has placed in us, and this trust is the driving force for us to move forward. Please rest assured that we will go all out to drive away the invaders. "I don't think so," the imperial regent narrowed his eyes slightly, with an unmistakable coldness in his eyes, "Azrael, I don't have time to accompany you." You're playing this boring guessing game here. Lion Lion's recovery is vital to the future of our empire and must not be interfered with by any outside world. The situation is not completely out of control yet. You'd better stop this temptation immediately and tell me the truth, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous. "
The seriousness and determination in his tone made Azriel's heart tighten, and he realized that the other person was not joking. The majesty of the imperial regent is like a heavy boulder, which makes people almost breathless. He knows very well that if there is any concealment or misinformation at this time, it may lead to irreparable disaster.
"Azrael, you should know that Lion King Ryan's recovery plan is the key to the revival of our empire. I must have a clear grasp of any factors that may affect this plan. Now, I don't have time to beat around the bush with you, Tell me immediately, what do you know?" The Imperial Regent's voice was low and powerful, as if it could penetrate Azrael's inner defenses.
Azriel felt the unquestionable pressure, hesitated for a moment, and finally decided to confess. He knew that being honest at this moment might win him a glimmer of hope, but continuing to conceal it would only lead to destruction. "
The deep and powerful words of the Imperial Regent were like meteors streaking across the night sky, instantly lighting up the eyes of the Supreme Master, but then pushing him into a long silence. The profound meaning and weight contained in those words made Azriel's heart suddenly shake. He hesitated for a long time, and the inner struggle was fierce, like a rocking ship in a violent storm.
In the midst of deep thinking and struggle, time seemed to freeze, and an indescribable complex emotion appeared on Azriel's face. Finally, after countless inner struggles and weighing the pros and cons, he seemed to hear a whisper deep in his heart, which was a firm and clear force. As a result, Azrael finally made up his mind. It was a difficult and important decision, and he would pay a huge courage and price for it.
"Great Regent of the Empire, what is about to ring in your noble and majestic ears is a secret that has been sealed for a long time. This is a secret that the Dark Angel has guarded for ten thousand years. It is like the most secret star in the night sky. After years of baptism, the true face has never been seen by the world. Here, I implore you, if possible, to keep this deep secret for the Dark Angel, so that it can continue to flow quietly in the long river of time without being disturbed.
This secret carries the endless mission and glory of the Dark Angels. It is about strength, wisdom and courage, and it is also about an ancient and mysterious legend. Please, with your kindness and wisdom, add an invisible chain to this secret, so that it can sleep in the peaceful abyss forever and not be disturbed by the outside world. Because this is not only respect for the Dark Angels, but also responsibility for history and the future. ""
In the deep palace, the imperial regent sat on the throne, with a deep light shining in his eyes. He slowly looked at the people in front of him, and his tone was calm and firm: "It depends on the situation. If this secret will not endanger the safety of the empire or shake the foundation of our country, then I will keep it for you without hesitation." ." His voice was low and powerful, as if silently promising some unwavering faith.
He gently tapped the armrest of the seat, with a trace of unquestionable authority in his eyes: "But before making this decision, I need to carefully consider the pros and cons. The overall situation of the empire is the most important, and any personal secret must be kept secret." Make a trade-off on this premise.”
He nodded slightly, as if giving himself some time to digest this decision, and then continued: "If the revelation of this secret can bring greater benefits to the empire, or avoid a needless disaster, then I may reconsider . But before that, please rest assured that as long as it does not pose a threat to the empire, I will use my reputation and power to protect this secret for you and keep it buried deep in the long river of time."
"Please come with me." The Supreme Master's tone was calm and solemn. He led the imperial regent slowly through a dark and narrow corridor. On the walls on both sides of the corridor, ancient runes shone faintly, reflecting their deep shadows. After walking through several thick steel doors exuding a metallic chill, the imperial regent finally saw a seal flowing with mysterious spiritual energy in front of his eyes.
This seal seems to be a barrier formed by the condensed ancient power, exuding a faint blue light, like the brightest star in the night sky. Around the seal, complex runes are intertwined like a spider web, and every stroke reveals unparalleled subtlety. The imperial regent couldn't help but stop and stared intently at the mysterious and solemn scene in front of him, feeling an inexplicable awe and curiosity in his heart.
As you can see, deep in the stone fortress, there is a secret that has been forgotten by the years. There is an ancient being sealed here, whose history can be traced back to the ancient Terran period. In that distant era, the evil god named Ouroboros had quietly descended on the throne world and began its missionary journey. With its mysterious power, it attracts countless believers, sows the seeds of faith in every corner, and makes those lost souls enthusiastic about it. To this day, this evil existence is still sleeping in the fortress, waiting for some ignorant person to unlock its seal and bring darkness to the world again. "
“Later, as a dusty history was revealed, the ancient creature known as Ouroboros was permanently sealed under the cursed land of Caliban for some mysterious reason. Those watchers you have glimpsed in the dark are not invisible ghosts, but jailers who have been given a heavy mission. They exist only to guard the sleeping world. Snake." Azriel sighed softly, as if he was regretting the forgotten past, "Time flies, when Caliban disappeared in a sudden disaster, the container that once sealed the Ouroboros Then, in order to prevent the ancient creature from regaining freedom, the power of the seal was transferred to another stronger place - the giant stone fortress. "
"Since ancient times, the followers of the Ouroboros Cult have been unswervingly eager to take back their gods. After thousands of years, those fallen souls who have lost their minds have tried countless times to penetrate the solid defense lines of the megalithic fortress, but every time , they all ended in failure. The Supreme Master looked solemnly and spoke about this long history in a serious tone.
The followers of those sects are fanatical and obsessed, and they firmly believe that their gods are imprisoned in that impenetrable fortress. Regardless of the cost, they were not afraid of hardships and dangers, and launched attacks again and again in an attempt to break the seemingly impregnable defense. However, as the years passed and time flew by, they never got what they wanted.
There was endless worry in the voice of the Supreme Master, 'These miserable degenerates, their hearts are full of paranoia and anger, but they still cannot understand that what they do will only make their gods further away. The guardians of the Stone Fortress have long been fully prepared. They defend every inch of the fortress with their lives, making the attempts of those fanatical believers come to naught. ’”
"Then why did they succeed this time?" The Imperial Regent raised one eyebrow slightly, with a hint of doubt and inquiry in his eyes. He was sitting on a high throne, surrounded by a group of respectful courtiers, but no one seemed to be able to give him a satisfactory answer. The king's brows furrowed slightly, as if he was a little surprised by this success, and at the same time he was very interested in the reasons behind it.
"It's not clear yet," Azrael frowned and shook his head slightly, "But according to the Dark Angel's witness report, Alpharius's traces have been exposed. It seems that the invasion of Ouroboros is not without any consequences. There was no warning, it must have been secretly assisted by the Alpha betrayer.”
Azrael's eyes flashed with contemplation, and he continued: "The Dark Angels witnessed Alpharius' actions at night with their own eyes. His sneaky posture did not look like a loyal guardian at all. More What's more, they found some unusual runes in Alpharius's hiding place, which were exactly the same as the marks of the Ouroboros."
He paused, took a deep breath, and then continued: "It all points to an uncomfortable truth - Alpharius, once considered one of the staunchest Guardians, has now become "Our biggest threat. His betrayal is undoubtedly a part of Ouroboros's invasion plan. We must find him as soon as possible and expose his conspiracy, otherwise the consequences will be unimaginable."
"How should I evaluate your behavior for placing such a dangerous thing in a giant stone fortress? Should I praise your bravery or blame you for your stupidity?" There was a hint of imperceptible anger in the words of the Imperial Regent. After a pause, a trace of determination flashed in his eyes, "I will send Constantine to lead an elite Imperial Guard team to support the Dark Angel. As for other matters, we will discuss it after Ryan wakes up from his coma."
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He stood up, walked to the window, and looked deeply at the distant skyline, as if thinking about some important decision. His fingers tapped on the window sill unconsciously, showing his inner uneasiness and determination. "The Dark Angels are an important force in our empire. They guard the safety of the empire. We cannot let them fight alone. Constantine, you are ready to leave immediately. I want you to get there in the shortest possible time to ensure the safety of the Dark Angels. "
Although his words were calm, they revealed an unquestionable majesty. Then, he turned to look at everyone present, and his tone became gentler: "As for Ryan, as the leader of the Dark Angels, his safety is related to the future of the entire empire. We must wait for him to wake up and listen to his opinions. , and then decide how to deal with this sudden crisis.”
The Imperial Regent's eyes became firm again. He knew well that he shouldered a great responsibility, and every decision he made at this moment could change the fate of the Empire. "
Before Azrael could respond, the Imperial Regent turned around decisively and walked alone outside the unpredictable core area of the Stone Fortress. His figure gradually disappeared in the dim light, leaving only the silence and Azriel's unspoken promise. The back of the Imperial Regent was like a streak of thick ink in the night, firm and profound, as if at this moment, he had drawn a clear line with the core area of the fortress and embarked on his own lonely journey. The Imperial Regent was deeply aware of the heavy burden on his shoulders. He decided to take action personally and use his own eyes to examine and gain insight into the group of "Alphares" who once swore allegiance to the Empire, but now betrayed their motherland and surrendered to the mysterious secret sect. What kind of conspiracy are they secretly planning and what degree of crisis are they trying to bring to the empire? He must find out personally and make a correct judgment for the future safety of the empire.