Emperor Lei Zhe

Night had fallen, and the cold wind was exceptionally biting.

Atop the palace that overlooked all, the imposing Emperor stood against the freezing wind, his robes snapping loudly as he gazed down at the countless lights below.

Behind him, the cautious ministers did not dare overstep in the slightest. All stood silently, awaiting the Emperor's highest command.

"Where does the Silver Heavenly Kingdom's hostility toward us come from?"

Emperor Lei Zhe suddenly asked. Even though he already had an answer in mind, he wanted to confirm it once more.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs lowered his head and kept his voice as steady as possible. "A man named Azk claims they are Old Era Remnants and have come to Morning Star to reclaim the justice they are due..."

The Minister of Armaments followed up, "The Silver Heavenly Kingdom has risen abruptly. With the Associated Body's foundations behind it, its strength cannot be underestimated. We may need to seek the Higher Civilization's assistance and rally other civilizations to pressure the Silver Heavenly Kingdom. Only then can we ensure our safety."

Listening to his trusted ministers' overly conservative words, Lei Zhe laughed. "Reclaim justice? What he should have said was blood for blood, shouldn't he? Azk, you truly have returned. So soon... You've really left me at a loss...

"Since the Silver Heavenly Kingdom has made such a grand display, it proves they do not fear our leverage at all. It is already too late to seek the Higher Civilization's protection. But we are not without room to resist. It will depend on how much the Silver Heavenly Kingdom is willing to pay to help those homeless dogs."

Certain higher-ups within the Higher Civilization knew exactly what had happened to the Morning Star Empire. That great racial purge, enough to overturn heaven