Chapter 91: The Empire in Peril (Part 3)
The Empire in Peril (Part 3)
Victor nodded approvingly.
"Excellent."
Whether for transportation or battle...
These Divine White Pegasi were extraordinary.
The future core members of the Salvatore Family would each have a mount worthy of their status.
The majestic beasts gently rubbed their heads against Victor’s sleeve like loyal companions greeting their master.
Even their proud bloodline displayed nothing but obedience before him.
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Moments later...
The mountain suddenly trembled.
BOOM!
BOOM!
BOOM!
Heavy footsteps echoed through the valley.
A terrifying pressure descended.
From another spatial gate...
A gigantic crimson beast slowly emerged.
Its body resembled an enormous wolf.
Yet...
Its head belonged to a dragon.
Scarlet scales covered portions of its neck.
Its crimson mane flowed like rivers of blood.
Golden dragon horns curved proudly backward.
Its blood-red eyes possessed overwhelming dominance.
Every breath it exhaled caused the surrounding spiritual energy to tremble.
The instant it appeared...
The nine Divine White Pegasi instinctively stepped backward.
Fear.
A natural fear born from bloodline suppression.
The colossal beast slowly lowered its enormous head before Victor.
Its voice rumbled like distant thunder.
"Grrr..."
The Eternal Legacy System displayed another panel.
Bloodfang Dragon Wolf
Possesses a trace of Ancient Dragon bloodline.
Heavenly Genesis Realm Spirit Beast.
Naturally suppresses all land-dwelling spirit beasts beneath its bloodline.
Possesses extraordinary physical strength and terrifying combat instincts.
Victor’s golden eyes reflected a hint of appreciation.
"A worthy guardian."
Unlike the Divine White Pegasi...
The Bloodfang Dragon Wolf was clearly born for battle.
Its terrifying physique alone could frighten countless enemies before combat even began.
Despite its monstrous appearance...
It gently lowered its forehead toward Victor.
Its enormous tail slowly wagged behind it.
Like an oversized loyal puppy greeting its owner.
Victor smiled faintly before placing one hand upon its dragon-scaled forehead.
"From today onward..."
"You shall guard the Salvatore Family."
The Bloodfang Dragon Wolf let out a deep, respectful growl.
It understood.
Just then...
Victor suddenly felt something soft land upon his shoulder.
"...Hm?"
Turning slightly...
He discovered a tiny black bird no larger than his palm.
Compared to the majestic Divine White Pegasi...
Compared to the terrifying Bloodfang Dragon Wolf...
The little bird appeared almost insignificant.
Its feathers were darker than the night sky.
Tiny golden markings shimmered across its wings.
Its bright crimson eyes looked extraordinarily intelligent.
The small bird affectionately rubbed its head against Victor’s cheek.
"Chirp..."
Its voice was crisp and pleasant.
Victor chuckled softly.
"You’ve already chosen your place?"
The little bird chirped happily again.
The Eternal Legacy System displayed its information.
Imperial Destiny Raven
Guardian Spirit Beast of the Salvatore Family
Stabilizes Family Destiny.
The greater the family’s Destiny...
The stronger the Imperial Destiny Raven becomes.
Victor’s expression became thoughtful.
"A Guardian Spirit Beast..."
Its current appearance might seem harmless...
But Victor knew better.
Its strength had no fixed limit.
As long as the Salvatore Family continued expanding...
Its power would continue growing.
One day...
It might become the strongest guardian of the entire family.
What surprised Victor even more...
Was the reaction of the other spirit beasts.
The proud Divine White Pegasi lowered their heads respectfully.
Even the mighty Bloodfang Dragon Wolf instinctively retreated several steps.
Their eyes contained unmistakable fear.
Not fear of strength...
But fear of bloodline.
As though this tiny bird possessed an existence infinitely higher than theirs.
Victor gently stroked the Imperial Destiny Raven’s little head.
The bird narrowed its eyes comfortably.
"Chirp..."
Moments later...
It simply curled into a tiny ball upon Victor’s shoulder.
Within seconds...
It had fallen asleep.
Victor couldn’t help smiling.
"What a lazy little fellow."
The tiny raven twitched its wings slightly in its sleep before letting out another tiny chirp.
With another wave of his sleeve...
The nine Divine White Pegasi spread their enormous wings and soared toward distant mountain peaks.
The Bloodfang Dragon Wolf respectfully bowed once before leaping toward another valley.
Although each chose its own dwelling...
Victor could clearly sense their existence.
Whenever he called...
They would immediately appear before him.
Only the little Imperial Destiny Raven stubbornly remained asleep upon his shoulder.
Victor didn’t disturb it.
Instead...
He slowly walked toward the cliff overlooking the entire Sovereign Blessed Land.
Below him...
Thousands of Salvatore Family members moved busily between mountains.
Laughter echoed everywhere.
Children chased one another through gardens.
Young disciples eagerly explored their new training grounds.
Elders discussed the family’s future development.
Max Salvatore directed countless stewards as they organized every aspect of the family’s relocation and expansion.
The young clansmen worked tirelessly, guiding the younger generation, helping them settle into their new homes, and introducing them to their new surroundings.
Everywhere Victor looked...
He saw hope.
Growth.
Life.
The once insignificant Salvatore Family...
Had begun transforming into something capable of shaking the entire world.
Victor quietly looked across the endless mountain range.
His golden eyes reflected countless distant peaks beneath the setting sun.
A faint smile slowly appeared on his face.
"This..."
"...is only the first step."
"The future of the Salvatore Family..."
"...will reach far beyond this world."
Victor stood quietly upon the summit of the highest mountain in the Sovereign Blessed Land.
The gentle mountain breeze stirred his long black hair, while the tiny Imperial Destiny Raven continued sleeping peacefully on his shoulder, occasionally chirping softly in its dreams.
Below him...
The entire Salvatore Family was alive with activity.
Laughter echoed between the mountains.
Disciples hurried from one peak to another, carrying supplies and cultivation resources.
Elders oversaw the allocation of residences and training grounds.
The once insignificant family had finally found a home worthy of its ambitions.
Everywhere Victor looked...
He saw smiling faces.
He saw hope.
He saw the future.
His golden eyes softened slightly.
"The family is finally beginning to take shape..."
But even he knew...
This flourishing scene was merely the beginning.
Far greater storms awaited them.
While peace settled over the Sovereign Blessed Land...
News of the destruction of the Crimson Abyss Sect spread across the Celestial Dawn EMPIRE like an unstoppable hurricane.
Within only a few days...
Every major city.
Every ancient sect.
Every noble family.
Every hidden cultivation clan...