Han Clan, Forestry of Hera, Great Province of Gek'hial
Situated in a dense plot of forest, a clearing could be seen. In this clearing, rows of estates and buildings stood tall in a dark environment, shaded by the tall trees that blocked out the sun. Greenery seemed to cover all places, accentuating the theme of the jungle.
In the greatest residence, a few men appeared in the court yard.
*Bang* *Bang* *Bang*
"Patriarch!"
Multiple men pounded on two double doors that lead directly to the center of the estate.
*Creak*
The two doors opened. A man with dark brown hair stood tall at the doorway. Immediately, the men got on one knee.
"Patriarch, this was just sent today by the Knights of Lyeaif! It's an imperial order!"
They handed to the patriarch a golden scroll with the seal of the emperor.
"Hmm? I don't even remember the last time we had an imperial decree"
The patriarch received the scroll in hand, slowly releasing the protection rune placed on it. The patriarch widened his eyes has he read it.
'To all Lyeaif Powers,
The discontinuation of the current government has been issued by the time of arrival. All acting forms of government have been removed. Local and noble officials are all relieved of duty.
An incoming calamity will befall the land in a couple days time. It is best for retreat, for a United front will prove to be foolish. The Untied Arms of Lyeaif have combated these strange creatures of hell. From reports on many interactions, they are not sentient, but they're strength in numbers has caused a situation far from recovery. Any leaders they may have have not made an appearance yet. We were hoping to be able to resolve this ourselves, but this enemy is far beyond us. They appear as demons of hell, standing as tall as buildings and as many as us. Durability is strong and no weakness to our knowledge yet. But with this, I call the pandemonium decree active henceforth. The Empire of Lyeaif exists no longer. I advise with your best interests in mind, Abandon this land.
Sun He'
Putting the scroll into his spatial ring. The patriarch thought for a moment, then turned to face the group of men.
"Inform the elders and my harem of my departure, leave the women and children behind. All men of ability should start a head north to the Plyon Mountain Range, we will cross the border there and head towards the Northern Wall."
""Yes Patriarch!!!""
***
A few hours later, Sky Society, Region of Wind, Great Province of Gek'hial.
A shadow zoomed past the walls that separated the Grounds of the Sky Society and the rest of the world, the guards left without a clue.
Arriving at a majestic flouting palace floating in the clouds, the Patriarch of the Hun Clan landed on the inner courtyard, walking to the grand entrance. The wind blew heavily, swaying the many trees in the garden of the court yard. Pillars lined the walls of palaces and they seemed to cause the center of attention to be the statue situated in the center. The patriarch walked slowly, in no hurry to miss this stunning scenery even he only saw a few times. He ascended the rows of stairs that led up to the entrance. Once at the top, the stairs halted to reveal a flat platform leading to the grand doors. The patriarch opened the doors as he walked in. The guards on the inside, seeing an unidentified man walking in, immediately released their Sky Saint Stage Qi.
""Halt!""
The Guards, as strong as Xi Clan Inner Elders, unsheathed their swords, brandishing them at the unknown man.
"Stand Down"
A voice boomed within the walls of the tall interior of the palace.
"Sky Emperor!"
An old man in white robes appeared hovering in the air.
"Emperor". The patriarch bowed his head.
"Speak"
The patriarch smiled, before again raising his head.
"I know you know of the pandemonium decree the emperor just issued, I wonder what your plans are from here on
"I have no plans you speak of. Announce your real reason for coming here Han Gao."
Han Gao laughed.
"You know me all too well Sky Emperor. I come to propose a joint raid of the Xi Clan the the territories surrounding it. I'm confident the message hasn't reached them yet, and I believe this isn't a ruse Sky Emperor. Sun He isn't a man that needs deception to rule, I'm sure with your previous encounters with him you know this as well?"
"What are you trying to say Han Gao?"
Han Gaos face became serious.
"I don't feel like it is best to remain here. I already have my Han Clan heading towards the northernmost border as we speak"
The Sky Emperor laughed as he narrowed his eyes.
"And why do you feel I would benefit by participating?"
The patriarch evilly smiled.
"The Xi Clan has many resources and beautiful women. I've heard news of a genius so strong she beat the entirety of the Xi Clans younger generation and became the disciple of their grand patriarch."
The Sky Emperor put on a face of annoyance.
"You know no resources of a 2nd rate clan like them interest me, I could be the cause of their end had I so thought about it. Mere disciples of that Clan aren't any good. A cultivator with minuscule talent can thrive there. Surely you didn't think I would assist you in this endeavor based on these facts alone Han Gao?"
"Of course not, Sky Emperor. I do not have so much time to spare to be able to waste both yours and mine"
He then took a visual stone out of his spatial ring, before it lit up the room, the Sky Emperor focusing on it.
"We have solid evidence of a god inheritance…"
An alter plated with crimson appeared on the screen.
"More specifically, the Goddess of Blood" Han Gao said as he smiled.