Ashen Dragon
Chapter 718 - Chapter 718 102 Chapter Dragon and Hell

Chapter 718: 102 Chapter Dragon and Hell Chapter 718: 102 Chapter Dragon and Hell “Zareel? Hell’s influence has already crept in so early… it seems the butterfly effect I triggered is indeed significant.”

Within the rocky palace at the peak of Dragon Blood Mountain, Cassius held the parchment contract submitted by the players and exhaled a breath tainted with the scent of sulfur.

In his previous life, Cassius had heard of the renown of Zareel – the fallen Blazing Angel, the eternal commander of the Blood War, the Devil Duke ruling over the first layer of the Nine Prisons.

Hundreds of years ago, it was she who dragged a city into Hell. Though the city was eventually liberated, the terrifying experience had far-reaching effects, causing Tieflings to be scattered to this day.

Ramp knelt by Cassius’s side, using a Magic Wand to project segments of Magic Images collected by the players. For some reason, the image of Charlotte seducing Count Donald was also included.

Perhaps some players considered this to be “important intelligence” as well.

The Ogre continued to report: “Master, according to the intelligence we’ve gathered, after the demise of Aragon the First, devils have already begun to be active in the Prime Material Plane, and now their traces are scattered all over Fianso, especially within Thrace Kingdom, where their presence is particularly frequent.

Despite Thrace Kingdom’s deliberate concealment, they have left too many traces. The guilds belonging to Klaubow Armament Group, located within Thrace Kingdom and under Empire’s control, have discovered countless clues among the hundreds of thousands of Starfallen.

We have sufficient reason to suspect… Hell is already standing behind Thrace Kingdom, becoming the new backbone of these humans.”

Cassius cracked a smile filled with interest, as a surge of Flowing Flame escaped from the corner of his mouth.

“Heh heh, those who once prided themselves as Divine Descendants, now colluding with the byword for cunning, dirty, and evil – devils, even regarding them as their backbone, this truly is a curious affair.”

However, this was not unexpected. Humans are such sycophantic creatures; only such humans… could be fully utilized by the Empire.”

Ramp lowered his head, respectfully echoing: “Master is insightful.”

Hesitating for a moment, the Ogre lifted his wand once more, displaying image after image in front of Cassius – devils cunningly disguised as humans.

“Furthermore… Master, within the Empire’s territory, we have also discovered traces of some devils. We are keeping a close eye on them but have not yet taken action, preferring to ask for Your Highness’s opinion first.

Emperor, should we roll out the same hostile policy against the abyssal demons previously, conduct a large-scale propaganda campaign, and portray Hell as an irreconcilable enemy of the Empire?

At the same time, we could mobilize the Empire’s internal forces to nab all these devils in one fell swoop, completely eradicating them.” There was a sternness in Ramp’s tone.

In the eyes of mortals, devils are terrifying and nightmarish, but for Empire’s Ogre Prime Minister, they are merely worms infiltrating the Empire.

Cassius pondered for a moment and then shook his head, softly saying: “No need, compared to the madmen in The Abyss, these devils still possess utilitarian value, perhaps we can cooperate with them.

If abyssal demons are like rabid robbers, who only plunder and destroy everything, then devils are more like…” The Red Dragon suddenly snickered, his tone becoming somewhat strange: “those greedy factory owners and entrepreneurs within the Empire.”

“They are like vicious hounds; as long as we grip tightly the red-hot chains we hold, we can still use them to bite the prey.”

Ramp still appeared somewhat doubtful: “But… Master, such a move might disrupt the Empire’s order, and those devils are also covertly supporting Thrace Kingdom, which could be detrimental to our southern conquest.”

Yet Cassius calmly stated: “Who said we’re going to cooperate with them within the Empire’s borders? Ramp, call Mezulash and the Lich Orestes here.”

“Yes, Emperor.”

Without further questions, Ramp solemnly replied, and then raised his Scepter to faithfully execute Cassius’s orders.

The Ashen Empire’s Emperor always made unilateral decisions, often giving orders like an omniscient prophet, but he never made an incorrect judgment – just as he was unbeatable on the battlefield.

Soon, a Portal opened mightily with Cassius’s permission, and with the scent of sulfur and Gunpowder Smoke, Tiefling leader Mezulash stepped out steadily.

“Good day, Emperor.”

Adorned in the Empire’s noble attire, Mezulash knelt before Cassius, the Duke’s medal on his chest shining brightly.

Immediately afterward, a dark green haze exuding the aura of Necromancy emerged from nothingness, and the Lich Orestes appeared at the top of Dragon Blood Mountain. When he saw Cassius’s even more massive figure, he stood frozen for a moment.

A fifty-meter-long giant dragon.

For any Spellcaster with adequate knowledge, this was enough to cause a tremendous shock, and Orestes was no exception.

Filled with respect for strength, Orestes staggered forward, bowed deeply, and spoke in a deep, hoarse voice:

“Master, Your loyal servant has come in accordance with Your decree, offering You my sincerest greetings.”

Once a figure who struck dread into people, the Lich now exuded a hint of listlessness, seemingly worn by the incessant attention of the players.

After all, on the forums, this Lich had become a checkpoint for the players, with many risking their lives to interact with him.

Cassius nodded slightly, then looked at the Tiefling and smiled, saying: “Mezulash, your relatives have appeared in the Prime Material Plane, what are your thoughts?”