Before long, Ren arrived at a palace. Looking at the people below, he asked, "Yao Lao... how many years was I in seclusion?"
Yao Lao answered at once, "Your Majesty... exactly ten years."
"Ten years? What changed during that time? Did the Soul Clan come looking for trouble?" Ren asked.
Ren remembered that when he had first founded the Star Empire, the Soul Clan had come looking for trouble, only for him to drive them back. He had nearly killed Hun Tiandi and had even subdued the Nihility Devouring Flame.
After suffering such a crushing defeat, the Soul Clan had to hate him.
Yao Lao smiled calmly, unconcerned. "Your Majesty... the Soul Clan learned its lesson and hasn't dared attack again. Over these ten years, the Star Empire has consolidated its hold on the Northern Continent. Through the wonders of Destiny, we've also cultivated many powerful fighters. With them defending us, the Soul Clan wouldn't dare provoke us!"
Chapter 1897: Those Who Submit Prosper, Those Who Resist Perish
The Star Hall of the Star Empire!
Ren's appearance sent a stir through the entire empire.
Ten years ago, Ren had appeared out of nowhere, swept across the Northern Continent, and united it under the Star Empire. The Soul Clan had even attacked as the empire was founded.
The Ancient Families were no small matter. Yet the Soul Clan had fled in defeat.
Now seated on the Star Dragon Throne, Ren listened to Yao Lao with a faintly amused smile. "The Soul Clan knows what's good for them."
Yao Lao smiled. "Your Majesty... the Soul Clan has troubles enough of its own. Many of its experts died in that battle. You refined the Nihility Devouring Flame, and Hun Tiandi was gravely wounded. Their strength fell sharply. They can barely contend with