Chapter 609 New Territory, Empire Envoy (2/2)
Han Xiao then realized that this child was another Beyond Grade A in Shattered Star Ring—[Magus] Austin. An unfathomable Mage.
Austin looked very young, but he actually belonged to a long-lived race. He was born with an incomparable Magic Affinity. Like the others, he had many titles: 'Bender of Rules', 'Creator of Forbidden Spells', 'Half Spell Body', 'Ruler of Arcane', and others.
Han Xiao looked at the hooded black robe masked Mages below Austin. Every Mage crossed their arms in front of them, their hands hidden in the large sleeves, and stared at the ground like silent sculptures.
So, these are the Forbidden Sorcerers. Han Xiao squinted.
[Magus] Austin's organization was called Hidden Red Robe Abbey, one of the holy lands of Mages in the Shattered Star Ring. They focused on studying and discussing magic, occasionally handling magic-related investigations for some civilizations. As long as one was a Mage in the Shattered Star Ring, most of them would be willing to join Hidden Red Robe Abbey. That organization had the characteristics of a guild.
Hidden Red Robe Abbey was separated into outer members and inner members. Outer members were all free people that would not have to hold much responsibility, if any. If one wanted to learn deeper magic, they had to pass tests and sign a magic contract to become inner members of Hidden Red Robe Abbey, following orders.
Only the inner members were considered to be under Austin's command. The Forbidden Sorcerers were Hidden Red Robe Abbey's elites. Due to different organizational structures, their military power was not as strong as that of Bloodshed Land, but if the outer members were included, their numbers would probably be much larger than Bloodshed Land.
Other than Ames, Heber had invited another Beyond Grade A. There were four Beyond Grade As in the Shattered Star Ring, and three were gathered there.
Heber then opened his eyes and said, ”Everyone's here. Let's get down to business.”
”Wait, where's the other guy?” Ames asked. She was talking about the last Beyond Grade A who was not there.
”He said that it's too far, and he's too lazy to come.”
”That sounds like him indeed.” Austin chuckled.
Heber did not want to waste time chitchatting. He got straight to the point and slowly said, ”The purpose of this meeting is to introduce someone to you guys.”
The other side of the gate opened, and a person walked in. Everyone looked over with curiosity, wanting to see who this person that Heber wanted to introduce to the other two Beyond Grade As was.
This person was a human species, about 2.5 meters tall. His skin was light red, he had short hair, and his face was unique but mostly suited the aesthetic of Spacehumans. He wore a soft, uncommon robe, it looked very complex and luxurious; the material could not be determined. The patterns on the robe were exquisite, the base of which was crimson red.
Facing three Beyond Grade As, this person remained calm. He stood in between the three thrones and greeted the three of them gently.
”Let me introduce,” Heber said slowly, ”the Crimson Empire's envoy, Zoel.”
The pupils of everyone instantly contracted.
Han Xiao's face remained the same, but there was a storm in his mind.
The Crimson Empire, one of the three Universal Civilizations!
The highest level civilization sent an envoy to attend the Tyrant's party‽
Has Heber already formed connections with the three Universal Civilizations?
Wait a minute… Han Xiao suddenly realized a problem.
On paper, the Shattered Star Ring belonged to the Federation of Light's territory. However, the Crimson Empire had sent an envoy secretly to the Tyrant's party where all the important people would attend. The meaning of this was extraordinary.
Han Xiao's mind worked fast. Suddenly, he recalled something, and the look in his eyes changed slightly.
He remembered that the background of Version 3.0 [Crimson Tide] was the expansion of the Crimson Empire, affecting various Star Fields.
It turned out that a sign had already appeared.
Han Xiao took a deep breath and calmed his emotions. The Tyrant's party might be an ambush!
Ames frowned slightly and recalled Ames's prophecy before departing.
This party is indeed not simple…
The room fell silent.
Zoel looked around slightly and broke the ice. ”I'm honored to meet the three Beyond Grade As of the Shattered Star Ring.”
”We're honored, too,” Austin replied before looking at Heber inquisitively.
Introducing a Crimson Empire envoy, what did this mean?
”What we are going to talk about next is the theme of this party. I'm now telling you guys in advance,” Heber said with a deep voice. ”Not long ago, the Exterior Universe Explorer Device that the Federation of Light had outside the Shattered Star Ring sent a report back. It crossed an enormous area of desolate universe and was circling around a new Star Cluster area outside the edge. That's an unowned Star Cluster, and it needs to be explored and included in the Shattered Star Ring's map.”
The others had different expressions on their faces.
No wonder the seven Star Cluster Civilizations all sent a representative to attend this party, Han Xiao realized.
Ever since the Peace Treaty was signed, all three Universal Civilizations had been trying to explore the unexplored universe and expand the known universe.
Every time a new land appeared, new battles erupted.
Since all the Star Clusters of the Shattered Star Ring belonged to the seven Star Cluster Civilizations, the new Star Cluster was a cake that everyone wanted a piece of, if not the whole cake.
”The Federation of Light wants the new Star Cluster to be added to the Shattered Star Ring. We, however, want to deem it as the starting point of a new Star Field,” Zoel said.
Although he did not speak of the details, everyone understood what he meant.
The Shattered Star Ring was Federation of Light's territory, but a new Star Field did not belong to anyone. The Crimson Empire's goal was huge—what they wanted was not just a Star Cluster.
In the explored universe, the center Star Fields were bustling, and the Star Fields at the edge were more chaotic and backward. Star Fields at the border like the Shattered Star Ring were where the competition was most intense—only these places had opportunities to continue to explore and expand further.
”Therefore, on behalf of the Crimson Empire, I hope to receive help from you.” Zoel stated his goal.
Heber stayed silent. He had introduced the Crimson Empire envoy to the others, so it was clear that Bloodshed Land had made its decision.
So, the Federation of Light or the Crimson Empire?
Austin and Ames exchanged looks and stayed silent.
Han Xiao's eyes became firm. They're making a big move!