Global Crossing: Empire of Stars

If that alone were all it took, it still wouldn't be enough to purify the entire Demon Planet. This Life Planet had spent ten thousand years immersed in the Warp and had long since been thoroughly corrupted. The influence of the taint couldn't be driven out overnight.

If the Word Bearers Legion handled the process, using a divine array to purify the planet on a global scale, it would take decades, perhaps even a century. They would also have to keep purifying the evil creatures that appeared on the planet from time to time. These monsters had already formed a deep bond with the Demon Planet. As long as the demonic star soul survived, they could occasionally be resurrected through it.

"Someone's coming," Ahriman said gravely. In a corner of the Calth system, space rippled, and a special fleet appeared among the stars.

A land tortoise as large as an asteroid, thunder serpents stretching like dragons, and Phoenix Pattern Flame Butterflies radiating a holy light. This was the Fire Phoenix Fleet.

"It's the Fire Phoenix Duke!" Magnus grew serious and immediately ordered the communications officer to contact the fleet.

Soon, the Holographic Communication device connected.

"Your Grace, Duke!" Magnus and Ahriman bowed to the projection at the same time.

"Baron Magnus, Baron Ahriman." Liu Manyun smiled and nodded.

As Sages, they held lofty status in the Imperium. Under the laws of nobility, they automatically received the rank of Baron. The Nobles' Hall had passed a resolution several years ago, conferring the titles on both Sages.

"Legion Commander Otranto, you've done very well this time. Gaia Planet is of strategic importance to the Imperium. The Throne Room will reward you for your service." She smiled at the projection.

"Your Grace, it is my honor to serve His Majesty God Emperor and