The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

Chapter 327 Imperial Feast (I)

A few seconds after Cain left, a figure emerged from Magnusʼ shadows. The man was covered in thick darkness, making it impossible to see his true form, but his eyes were sharp and had vertical pupils.

”Such sharp instincts. No wonder that the Patriarch praised the young man.”

Magnus tightened his fists as he heard those words from the man covered in darkness.

”Is he stronger than you, Lord Opin?”

The man covered in darkness turned toward Magnus before a sharp light appeared in his eyes.

”Boy, do not play tricks with me. I will fulfill my mission, but you are on your own if you attempt to fight against Cain Laurifer. Unless that young man attacks first, I will not raise my hands against him.”

Opin said nothing else before melting, merging again with Magnusʼ shadows.

Magnus did not say a word and just looked at the fading figure of Cain in the distance before a sharp light appeared in his eyes. He was one of the greatest geniuses of the empire, but he had the misfortune of being part of the generation with an authentic monster.

However, while for other geniuses, it would have been rage and frustration, the only thing Cainʼs talent awakened in Magnus was a bursting fighting will.

Cain continued walking calmly, but his instincts heightened. The group of the Azure Royal Family was not a real problem, but things grew more dangerous from the moment he detected that presence hidden in Magnusʼ shadows.

Although he did not know who it was, he detected signs of the Void State practiced to the highest level, so it could only be a higher-up of the Aegon Family, to which he paid his respect.

ʼThere are dangers everywhere. I should be extra careful.ʼ

Cainʼs eyes were cold and decisive as he walked forward, and it was not long before he saw a massive hall. It was made of silver metal, but golden heavenly bodies and pictures were engraved around it.

They depicted all sorts of majestic battles and feats performed by previous emperors, and among the first images, Cain could see a golden figure ripping the heavens apart. Watching it made Cainʼs heart beat faster since he knew that scene depicted Adam, the First Titan, clashing against the Gods of the Dark Races.

Although it was a childish idea, Cain could not help but wonder how it would feel to fight against the entire world and have the power to carve the name of your race in blood across the heavens.

Cain only smiled, as there was no point in such thoughts since his battle power could barely reach the Middle Wave King level, and facing a Titan was nothing but a distant dream. Not to mention that even among Titans, there were those that stood even higher, like the First Collapsing Lightning Pillar and the Dark Kings.

There were no guards at the door to the hall, but Cain knew there was no need since he felt a powerful presence from the moment he entered this place. It was very subtle, but he knew an extremely powerful surveillance system was watching over them.

The Imperial Feast was supposed to start after sunset, and since Cain was not interested in socializing too much, he arrived a short period before the start. That was why when he entered the hall, there were already dozens of people inside.

Usually, the arrival of someone would draw little attention. Still, not long before Cainʼs arrival, everybody had seen the Azure Royal Princeʼs group arrive full of rage and anger, so they all wondered what could have happened.

Krane could not help but frown as he felt those eyes focusing on him, but Cain could keep his calm. His eyes glowed with red light, making more than half of the people looking at him look away.

Gossip immediately spread across the hall since there was no one who did not recognize those eyes glowing with red light. Even in the capital, finding a seventeen-year-old man capable of fighting in a civil war that involved Titans was shocking.

Cain looked around the room, and while he did not focus on anyone, he detected nine groups, each belonging to one of the Imperial Prince or Princess. Even the weakest was not only full of vibrant life force but also possessed very high cultivation.

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It was clear that the blood of the Golden Emperor could turn even a lousy person into a great genius.

Cain ignored the eyes of the Imperial Princes and calmly walked toward the group of the Fourth Prince.

When the rest of the Imperial Princes and Princesses saw that, their eyes grew sharp, and many focused on the Fourth Imperial Prince. Some showed nothing, but a few harbored envy in their hearts.

The Fourth Imperial Prince only smiled as he saw those eyes. He was more than happy to be on the receiving end of their envy since it only meant he was capable of doing something the others could not.

”Hahaha, Brother Cain, I am happy you finally arrived. I admire your dedication to spend until the last second in your cultivation. No wonder you have reached so far despite your young age.”

Cain stared at the Fourth Imperial Prince briefly since the term ”brother” was a little too close. Still, while they had made sure to keep their relationship professional on the outside, there was a need for familiarity in this type of event.

A small smile appeared on Cainʼs face as his eyes went from calm to cordial and friendly.

”Brother Klaus, I will not be so rude as to arrive late. Could you introduce me to your friends?”

Klausʼ smile grew wider as he saw the tactful approach that Cain displayed. He was happy to see that side of Cain, and without wasting time, he introduced the other five people around him.

”Of course, they are also part of my escort for the Imperial Feast. You already know Damin Sky-Flame.”

Damin nodded to Cain. Although he had brought Cain to the Fourth Imperial Princeʼs group, it was better if people thought that Cain had chosen Klaus on his own.

”This brute is Herkul Durus, son of Marquis Durus.”

Klaus patted the shoulder of a man over two meters tall with a massive bulging physique. He had brown hair and green eyes, but the most impressive part was the vibrant force in his arms and the runes engraved in them.

Cain stared at Herkul with a bit of surprise. He did not know the man, but he had heard about Grand Marquis Durus and knew this one was a great battlefield hero, spending most of his time in the war against the Dark Races.

”I am happy to see another soldier among this bunch of nobles.”

Herkul did not hide his voice but did not care too much about if he offended someone. He was a soldier at heart and had only come to an event like this due to his relationship with the Fourth Imperial Prince.

Cain nodded and showed a small smile as he shook hands with Herkul.

Klaus was happy to see the friendly atmosphere that Cain was forming and hoped for things to continue like that as he introduced the rest of the group.

”This fair lady here is Aurelia Verita, the second daughter of the Veritas Sector Duke.”

Aurelia was a young woman with a small face and a petite body, not over one meter seventy tall, her eyes the color of polished gold, and long red hair. She stared at Cain for a moment, and her eyes narrowed as she saw a flash of fascination in the young manʼs eyes.

Like most powerful women, Aurelia did not like being seen as an object, and while she knew her body was appealing, that did not mean people could just stare at it. However, the coldness in her eyes faded as she noticed that what Cain was looking at was not her face or body but her hair.

”You seem to really like the color red.”

Cain was a little surprised to hear those words from the young woman since he had made sure to hide his fascination, but it seemed that her instincts were top-notch. After a moment, he shrugged his shoulders.

”I am attracted to that color.”

Everybody had tendencies and preferences; for some reason, Cain could not hide his fascination with red.

Aurelia showed a beautiful smile as she heard Cainʼs direct response and took a step forward.

”Only that?”

Cainʼs smile did not fade, and he moved his face close to the point where their lips nearly touched as he replied to Aurelia.

”Yes, only that.”

There was a flash of coldness and apathy in Cainʼs eyes as he stared at the young woman, making it clear the effect she had on him.

There was no desire whatsoever in Cainʼs eyes or actions, surprising Aurelia and taking her out of her rhythm.