The Last King Of Darkness
Chapter 432 - 287 The Sun

Chapter 432: Chapter 287 The Sun

When the clock’s hands pointed to the symbol representing Morning, the remaining monsters in the Isone Ruins had already been cleansed.

Molly stood at a high point in the ruins, looking down at the incredibly large pit at the center and the monster embers scattered inside and outside of it, suddenly feeling an odd sensation echoing in her heart.

At that moment, a warm light shone on her cheek.

Molly turned her head abruptly and saw a rising golden sun, thousands of rays of golden light like thousands of blades dispelling the black fog, bringing rare brightness to this land long submerged in darkness.

Gazing at that majestic light, all the long-suppressed gloom and despair within her were swept away.

Suddenly someone shouted, "Today is Fire Day!"

Molly awoke with a start, realizing that the strong weather was the result of Fire Day coinciding with the moment when the stars shone the brightest.

The power of fire surged forth, and in that moment, light overwhelmed darkness—Molly suddenly understood that what filled her heart was the breath of hope.

Cheers erupted.

Molly turned around and saw Rod in the distance, overwhelmed by the crowd.

Everyone was pouncing on him as if he were their Fire of Life, their sun.

That’s right.

Molly suddenly smiled.

You are our sun.

My sun.

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This was a complete miracle.

Strictly speaking, they had recaptured both the Black Water Swamp and the Isone Ruins within one day.

And the forces involved didn’t even include High Rank Combatants.

The five thousand Low and Middle Rank Combatants were at best just a small legion.

According to the Royal City’s usual practice, it might take them a year to recapture these two areas with minimal losses.

Moreover, it would require someone to deal with the Chaos Demon.

So, this was a miracle.

A miracle that only the legendary human heroes could accomplish.

"Human hero" are the highest honors granted in Trolian, exceeding the honors of Royal City Hero and Trolian Hero, embodying a title with broader inclusivity and grander vision.

It had been a long time since it was officially awarded to anyone.

But everyone believed that Rod would become such a person.

His light would illuminate Trolian like the great sages before him, bringing hope to everyone, just like Theodore did in the past, and like Alan does now.

Never before had they been so convinced that the myth of fire overcoming black fog, of light overcoming darkness, would come true.

After cleaning up the remaining monsters, the warriors took control of the Isone Ruins at the fastest speed.

Molly quickly adjusted the defense strategy and dispersed the five thousand warriors to these two areas, ensuring they would not fall into darkness again.

Star Town operated at the highest efficiency, with countless people and resources pouring into these two areas to clear the battlefield, transform the environment, and rebuild the towns.

And within the Royal City, under a succession of gloomy atmospheres, Star Town became the hottest and brightest spot.

All Defense Chiefs and Commanders gathered together, and on the Spiritual Energy Imager in the strategic hall, all regions were dark and lifeless, except for Star Town, far from the Royal City, which glowed like a fervent flame.

The firelight reflected in everyone’s eyes, as if the fierce fire in their hearts shone through their gazes.

Everyone noticed one thing: if Star Town could recapture all the surrounding areas without sparking turmoil in the darkness, it would prove that the region was absolutely safe.

Because in front of Star Town lay the Skull Wilderness.

The wilderness was not a hub for monsters; such a large disturbance had not awakened the unknown beings lying dormant there, which meant it would be difficult to awaken them in the future as well.

With Star City to its side and the Royal City to its rear, there was no longer any chance of danger.

This was simply a blessed land!

Star Town was approximately four hundred thousand yards in a direct line from the Royal City, and most areas between them were covered by the black fog of darkness.

The success of Star Town meant that this vast tract of land between it and the Royal City was all safe territory, free from lethal threats, ready to be recaptured.

Its area, at a rough estimate, was at least one hundred thousand square yards.

Consider that the native territory controlled by the Royal City was less than three hundred thousand square yards, and even if you included the Outer City and the dangerous outer defense belt, it wouldn’t exceed seven hundred thousand square yards.

This expansion equated to an increase in territory by one-seventh.

There was a flame of excitement in everyone’s hearts, and looking at Rod’s rotating figure hovering in midair, their expressions were like those of lustful old men who had been starving for ten thousand years beholding a nude beauty.

Giant, the First Defense Chief, took a puff from his pipe and knocked on the table, saying with a smile, "It looks like we’re going to be very busy in the coming period of time."

First Commander Herman and Second Defense Chief Zhang Bai immediately stood up and shouted, "I support the plan of the First Defense Chief!"

No one objected, not even the Defense Chiefs and Commanders inclined towards the Elder Council spoke up.

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The Fire Hall.

It was a red castle located above the Royal City, atop the highest peak of the Dead Ash Mountain Range.

The hall contained all of Trolian’s High Rank combat power, with every renowned warrior included in its ranks.

Strong Third Level Combatants here were merely the lowest outside members, Second Level Combatants were the core forces, and only First Level Combatants could enter the inner sanctum.

Only eleven Special Level Combatants had seats at the Great Round Table.

Seven Fire Sons and four Great Knight Captains.

For the first time, they who always focused on the highest threats, cast their eyes towards the safe and calm Star Town.

The Moon Knight Olivia, in pure white armor, smiled and said, "Soron, it seems you’ve taught a good disciple."

Senior Knight Soron dashed into the hall at light speed and took a flying leap, kneeling before his Goddess.

"Of course, my Goddess, the wisdom you bestowed upon me allowed me to recognize the extraordinariness of young Rod at first glance. From the moment he entered the secret branch, I have been paying close attention to his growth, showering him with care. Every step he took was meticulously crafted by me, and ultimately, he lived up to my expectations, becoming a formidable figure on his own."

"Is that so?"

For the first time, Olivia shifted her gaze directly to Soron’s face.

"Did you really cultivate Rod with such care?"

Soron’s face turned red under the Goddess’s scrutiny, "Of course! Everyone in the secret branch knows that Rod is my most cherished disciple, even receiving more attention than Teresa."

Olivia laughed, "Soron, you’ve finally done something meaningful. From now on, you will serve as my Guard Knight. This way, you will have more time and might be able to cultivate a few good disciples."

The corners of Soron’s mouth stretched almost to the base of his ears as he replied loudly, "Certainly, my Goddess."

Olivia nodded, "You may go now."

After Soron left, a woman dressed in a long red robe said, "I think he’s lying; Soron has always been dull-witted, and what he cultivates are all single-minded individuals, whereas from young Rod’s record, he appears to be very clever and astute."

A muscular, shirtless man spoke gruffly, "That’s a prejudice. Soron may not be smart, strong, talented, or endowed with strong Spiritual Energy, and he may be ugly, but that doesn’t mean his teaching ability is lacking."

"Alan."

Olivia turned to ask.

"You’ve met that youngster, what do you make of him?"

First Knight Alan said warmly, "Olivia, perhaps we shall soon see him in the Fire Hall, and then you can measure his strengths for yourself."

The others were somewhat surprised.

The burly man asked, "As far as I know, hasn’t it been less than a year since he ignited his Soul Fire? Can he really become a Third Level Combatant?"

Alan smiled, "When my Soul Fire had not yet reached one year, I was already the Guardian of the Sixth Defense Zone."

"But... you’re different, how can he compare to you? You’re more exaggerated than monsters; there hasn’t been anyone like you in a thousand years."

"Thank you for your praise, Luo Weiya," Alan said warmly.

"But I believe his talent is not inferior to mine, he just didn’t start out as domineering, and I’m certain he will surpass me in continued growth."

Although the crowd did not take his words seriously, their hearts filled with increased anticipation.

Conversations about Rod came to a close; the expansion of the human domain was certainly worth celebrating, but it wasn’t enough to distract them.

They were focused on threats that could impact the survival of mankind and disasters that could lead to human annihilation.

In the face of such genuine darkness, everything else seemed trivial.

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Royal City.

When the latest news from Star Town came, there were no more voices of dissent within the Elder Council.

The "objective viewers" standing on neutral ground had all quieted down.

The Supreme Council no longer discussed relevant topics, as the situation had been decided; all awaited the King’s emergence, at which point the Royal City would fully shift to an expansionist system.

However, Archbishop Horus said that the King was ill, his Spiritual Energy weakened, and he needed more time to recuperate in the Holy Fire.

So, that matter has been put on hold for now.

The King’s lover, Lilith, also spent all her days in the Royal Palace and the Holy Fire Sacrificial Ground, providing skeptics with two options for doubt.

Of course, the Elder Council, having been with the King for many years, didn’t believe such groundless rumors.

They knew the Fire Kings of Trolian’s lineage were always like this, connected to the Holy Fire, and the vast Spiritual Energy imposed a massive burden on their souls.

Fragility and sickness were the King’s norm, and recovery in the Holy Fire was all too common.

As the King neared the end of his life, the time and frequency of his recovery in the Holy Fire increased, and the Elder Council judged that the King might be about to return to the Holy Fire.

Their response was to accelerate the progress of selecting a King, quickly choosing a suitable successor from Jon and Qingyu, to avoid turmoil in the Holy Fire and leaving Trolian without a King’s protection.

Therefore, the competition between the two candidates grew more intense.

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Holy Fire Sacrificial Ground.

Within the roaring golden flames, the King gradually felt the turbulence in the Holy Fire weaken, and the structure of the Source begin to stabilize.

A few more days.

The King thought to himself.

Then the Holy Fire will return to normal.

He felt a bit annoyed.

This turbulence had lasted so long, and had to occur at this time.

Alas, the situation was unfavorable.

Without me present, the Elder Council and those opportunists will cause much trouble for the expedition team, and Horus alone cannot suppress them.

I wonder how young Rod is doing now. If all went well, he should have established a firm foothold in the Underground City east of Star Town, right?

The King worried, feeling that his expectations might be overly optimistic.

If not, I shall have to offer some assistance when I emerge, for his strength is too meager, and this task might be too difficult for him.

The King pondered while immersed in the power of the Holy Fire.

The vast, tide-like Spiritual Energy washed over his soul, and a deeper layer of force began to spread from the depths of the Holy Fire.

This was the Source Power combating darkness, and it was no longer chaotic, responding to his soul.

If only there were another Holy Fire Seed...

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