It was at this moment the stone chair located above White Robe Demon Master and the thirteen princes suddenly burst into crimson flames. “Welcome back, my king...” All fourteen Strangers dropped to their knees and kowtowed at the same time. Their voices were respectful, and their tone excited. ᴛʜɪs ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ ɪs ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ʙʏ Nov3lFɪre.ɴet The crimson flames surrounding the stone chair grew even stronger. The stone chair was tall, large, and rugged. It was dim and ordinary-looking at first, but as the demonic flames grew bigger, molten lava began rolling off its surface as if it was being melted. Residing inside the molten lava were countless scarlet, demonic eyes. They blinked once before examining White Robe Demon Master and the thirteen princes. No one rose to their feet or made a move. They only grew more and more reserved. “Rise.” A moment later, a face emerged from the flames and commanded. The face was a woman’s face. Demonic yet gorgeous, she had a pair of crimson eyes and a forehead that was covered in silver white scales. Growing out of the center of her forehead was a golden horn. Her hair was also crimson like the molten lava around her. The voice was that of a middle-aged man, however. It was low, somber, and regal; bloodthirsty, brutal and deadly at the same time. It was horrifying. “Thank you, my king.” It was only now White Robe Demon Master and the thirteen princes slowly climbed to their feet. “Long time no see, White Robe!” The face in the fire—the Rakshasa King—first looked at White Robe Demon Master and addressed him. “It’s been over a thousand years,” White Robe Demon Master responded. Unlike the Rakshasa King, White Robe Demon Master’s voice was gentle and calm like water or wind. “Congratulations on making a full recovery, my king. White Robe is beyond happy to welcome you. May you live forever like the sun and moon. May the Rakshasa Kingdom prosper eternally like the stars.” “May you live forever like the sun and moon. May the Rakshasa Kingdom prosper eternally like the stars.” The thirteen princes echoed in unison. The Rakshasa King nodded. “Do you all still remember what I said before falling aslumber?” White Robe Demon Master bowed deeply. “You said that the day you awaken is the day the Profound Alliance is destroyed, and humanity bows its head, my king.” “I’m glad to see you haven’t forgotten my promise,” The Rakshasa King nodded in satisfaction. “We dare not forget your words for even a day, my king,” Everyone answered in unison. “Since I have awakened, it is time we depart.” The Rakshasa King declared in a tyrannical voice, “I will lead you all to destroy the Profound Alliance and conquer humanity. I will resurrect the golden age of the Rakshasa Kingdom once more.” “Long live the king!” “Destroy the Profound Alliance, conquer humanity!” “Hahaha, I’ve been waiting for this day! This time, I shall massacre our enemies to my heart’s content!” The thirteen princes were adorers of blood and massacre to begin with. Naturally, his declaration delighted them all. For a time, demons rioted in the solemn, sacred halls of Rakshasa God Palace. A moment later, White Robe Demon Master stepped forward and clasped his hands together. “My king, White Robe has good news to share with you.” The Rakshasa King asked curiously, “Tell me.” “You may not have noticed this because you have just awakened, but the Sea Burning Demonic Fire had broken out just a while ago. It had broken out at the heart of the Profound Alliance and humanity, and it is a great outbreak like few others. Even if the Profound Alliance manages to survive this crisis, they will surely be injured severely.” White Robe Demon Master’s voice grew a tad excited, “It must have been a stroke of fate that you have awakened at such a time. It may take little to no effort to wipe out the Profound Alliance and make the Rakshasa Kingdom great again.” “Hahaha! It would seem that I have awakened just in time.” The Rakshasa King laughed heartily, and the entire Rakshasa God Palace burst into crimson flames. The entire sacred mountain shuddered, and molten lava poured as if celebrating the return of the Rakshasa King. “In that case, have you already made the preparations, White Robe?” “It is as you think, my king.” White Robe Demon Master replied, “I have long commanded the thirteen princes to assemble the army and pay close attention to the state of the Sea Burning Demonic Fire. As soon as it shows signs of receding, we will launch the offensive against the Profound Alliance immediately.” “Originally, I was only half-confident that we would be able to defeat the Profound Alliance and conquer their lands. But now that you have awakened, I am sure that victory is in our grasp.” “As expected of my prime minister. You plan well and far ahead.” The Rakshasa King focused his crimson eyes at White Robe Demon Master. “Did you know long ago that I would awaken today, White Robe? Is that why you have made all the preparations?” Silence engulfed the Rakshasa God Palace instantly. All thirteen princes looked at White Robe Demon Master at the same time, their eyes glinting with unknown intentions and their mouths tightly zipped. White Robe Demon Master was easily the most mysterious Stranger in the Rakshasa Kingdom. He was more mysterious than the Rakshasa King himself. No one besides the Rakshasa King knew about his name, appearance, origin or background. They only knew that he was extraordinarily intelligent and wise. One could say that White Robe Demon Master was the founder of Rakshasa civilization and the reason the Rakshasa Kingdom had a golden age at all. After the Rakshasa King fell aslumber, it was also White Robe Demon Master who took charge and stabilized the situation. He was the one who prevented the Rakshasa Kingdom from breaking apart and put it in a state of recuperation. After the Rakshasa Kingdom had regained its stability, White Robe Demon Master once more retreated behind the curtains and secluded himself. He rarely showed himself since. Without exaggeration, White Robe Demon Master was the most powerful, influential, and well-respected figure in the Rakshasa Kingdom besides the Rakshasa King himself. Even they, direct descendents of the Rakshasa King, respected and feared White Robe Demon Master. The Rakshasa King’s tone was casual, but anyone who was familiar with the Stranger’s personality would know that his mood was as fickle as the wind, and his desire for control rivaled by no one. There was nothing he loathed more than falling into another’s calculations. If White Robe Demon Master had prepared all this knowing that the Rakshasa King would awaken today, then he would probably be punished even if he had done it out of loyalty. “You think too highly of me, my king. You are the son of fate, master of the upcoming chaos, blessed one of the Heavenly Way. Your fate is harder to predict more than anyone else’s. I may possess the power to command the heavens, and still I wouldn’t be able to figure out your fate. Therefore, how could I have predicted that you would awaken today?” White Robe Demon Master remained perfectly calm even though the thirteen princes were sweating buckets. He said indifferently, “I simply saw an opportunity and took the necessary steps to secure it. If this offensive succeeds, then we will surely reclaim the former glory of the Rakshasa Kingdom. Even if we failed, we could still deal the Profound Alliance a heavy blow. It would be killing two birds with one stone.” “However, I did not anticipate that you would awaken today. That is why I said that your awakening is a stroke of fate. It is my glory and honor to be able to serve you, my king.” “I hope so.” The Rakshasa King kept quiet for a moment before finally nodding his head. “You of all people should know that I loathe falling into another’s calculations.” “I would never dare,” White Robe Demon Master bowed his head and replied meekly. “Moving on, our first priority is tackling the Profound Alliance.” The Rakshasa King ordered, “White Robe, you will continue to keep an eye on the Profound Alliance and the state of the demonic fire.” “Nether Prayer, Nightmare Sun, Cry Demon, Jewel Tree... you will prepare the troops and stand by for orders. When the time is right, we shall march onto the battlefield and flatten the Profound Alliance together!” “Flatten the Profound Alliance!” “Flatten the Profound Alliance!” “Flatten the Profound Alliance!” All thirteen princes roared at the top of their lungs.