Chapter 294
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Chapter 294: World Trends and Reward Settlement
Ten hours had passed since the Doomsday Crisis ended.
Finally, January 1st had arrived
—a new year in the world of
Noah. This day marked the
Festival of Radiance, a time of
celebration spanning from the
1st to the 6th, where each day
was dedicated to honoring a
deity. However, the Heart of
Radiance, the divine focus of
this day, no longer existed.
The Air Alliance: City of the
Highest
This city, referred to as the
“Highest City” for almost a
century, symbolized prosperity.
Generous policies and cutting-
edge life technologies from the
Night Union ensured its
exceptional development.
Residents enjoyed unparalleled
comforts. Low-level artificial
intelligence seamlessly
integrated into daily life, and
the medical and educational
systems surpassed those in
any other city.
The city’s allure was
undeniable. Many in the Air
Alliance aspired to live there,
though obtaining a permanent
residence was no easy feat.
Despite this, people continued
to strive, swelling the city’s
population to make it the
largest in the Alliance.
The Hundred Kings Assembly
The Imperial Guards of the
Eyes of the Empire were
tasked with overseeing the
Assembly, a role distinct from
the Night Watchers of the
Demon Hunt Agency. Initially,
they were limited to protecting
the kings and not the general
populace. But over time, their
influence expanded
dramatically.
Meanwhile, independent city
kings faced financial strain,
enfeoffing wealthy individuals
or implementing exploitative
policies, resulting in
widespread dissatisfaction. As
these kings faltered, the
Imperial Guards—led by the
influential “World”—amassed
power and resources,
reshaping the Air Alliance’s
political landscape.
A faction known as the “Eyes”
emerged, uniting under the
leadership of “World” to enact
policies that strengthened
their influence. However, this
consolidation of power also
bred resistance. Led by Ms.
Peggie, the leader of the
Shadow Association
nicknamed “Casket,”
dissenters opposed the Eyes
faction, creating an
increasingly volatile
environment.
Inside the Assembly Hall
Built nearly a century ago, the
Hundred Kings Assembly hall
resembled a grand European
opera house, with five tiers of
seats arranged from high to
low. The kings, representatives
of the eighty major families,
wore white robes with golden
patterns, symbols of purity
and tribute to Ailsa, the
“Demon of Justice.”
Among the eighty kings, only
seventy-six attended. Notably
absent was Ms. Peggie,
confined by the Imperial
Guards for alleged treason.
Her faction faced despair as
the balance of power tilted
decisively toward the Eyes.
The former leader, Yue Xin, a
venerable figure over a century
old, presided over the
assembly. In his calm yet
commanding voice, he
declared:
“I will exercise the Leader’s
‘Special Authority.’ This
authority, reserved for times of
extreme peril, compels us to
elect a new leader for the Air
Alliance.”
The recent crises—the invasion
of the Otherworld and the
looming threat of the Outer
God—left the world on the
brink of collapse. The Eyes
faction’s dominance became
evident. The assembly’s
decision was a mere formality.
A New Alliance Leader
The outcome had been
predetermined. Roon, the
puppet of “World,” and Ms.
Peggie, imprisoned, stood no
chance. A compromise was
reached, and an unlikely
candidate emerged victorious
the Leaf King from Tatsumi
City.
This frail, unassuming figure
had earned respect through
decisive actions during the
Otherworld invasion. Rising
from his seat, he addressed
the assembly with a serene
demeanor:
“Tatsumi City will become the
new ‘Highest City.’ A series of
planned changes will soon
reshape it, and I have drafted
proposals for your approval.”
Despite his frailty, the Leaf
King embodied hope and
determination. His leadership
marked a new chapter for the
Air Alliance.
The Aftermath of the Crisis
Elsewhere, in Tree City of the
Night Union, Professor Bai Lan
sat anxiously in her lab. The
recent Doomsday Crisis and
the appearance of the Outer
Gods had shaken her. Yet,
amidst her turmoil, the Nine
Trees System presented her
with an unprecedented project:
“Babel Tower”—valued at five
million points.
This mysterious organization,
suspected of countering Outer
Gods, had piqued the system’s
interest. Among its alleged
members was R21, a key figure
tied to the salvation of the
world.
The Temple of Dark Light
In the shadowed halls of the
Temple of Dark Light, Merete
Chambers, a powerful witch,
attempted to seize the ancient
ring—a Relic of Ruin. But her
ambitions were thwarted by
the elven elder, a divine envoy
of Dark Light.
Their confrontation revealed
the depth of her resentment
and the sacrifices she had
endured. Yet, the elder,
embodying unparalleled
strength, sealed her fate.
“You will exist as a lowly
creature,” he declared, seeking
to quell her malice.
Reflections on Salvation
Back in Annottales, Bai Yan lay
in quiet contemplation.
Though the First Doomsday
Crisis had ended, the shadows
of future threats loomed large.
The gods were not infallible;
the Heart of Radiance had
fallen. As uncertainty gripped
the world, Bai Yan resolved to
prepare for the battles ahead.
“I promise… I will bring you
back to life,” he vowed, ready
to harness the untapped
potential of Babel Tower.
Rewards and Achievements
3000 Legend Points
(converted to Source Energy
Points)
Gold Achievement: ‘Chosen for
Eternity’ – Entertainment Card
Gold Achievement: ‘I Am the
Savior’ – 1000 Source Energy
Points & Savior’s Mysterious
Ring
Gold Achievement: ‘Pupil of
Chaos’ – Mystical Power
Selection
With these gains, Bai Yan took
a step closer to his ultimate
goal: ensuring that the next
crisis would not end in despair.
