The Glory of Noxus

A resting spot at the edge of the oasis.

The Doman giant beast was lying quietly, and the caravan guards were commanding the slaves to unload the goods and conduct the last transaction.

Huo Jixing stood outside the tent, looking across the small market of Keneser, staring at the movement coming from afar.

The solid road paved with sand extended to the market, and the Keneser people gathered together. Waves of noise mixed with curses sounded, like waves, spreading to the surroundings.

The warlord forces belonging to the Noxus Empire were bearing these curses and disgust.

These soldiers of the war group who walked forward with their heads down were wearing heavy steel armor, and their originally majestic outfits were a little embarrassed at this moment.

Their eyes were full of helplessness, like defeated warriors who had lost their former glory.

Behind them were long carriages of baggage, moving slowly, raising clouds of dust.

The vehicles were loaded with the warband's supplies and equipment, symbolizing their past ambitions and current frustrations.

"Are they ready to give up control of Keneser?" Huo Jixing stroked his chin and pondered secretly.

It can be seen that the Noxus Warband is withdrawing from Keneser, letting the noise and curses behind them attack, and embarking on the way home.

He moved his eyes and looked at the back of the Noxus Warband. There were extraordinary people leading the army to maintain order.

It was because of their existence that the people of Keneser would curse the Noxians who had never dared to provoke them before.

From a distance, the legion soldiers who maintained order were wearing golden armor, with the sun mark engraved on the breastplate, and holding bronze spears.

Huo Jixing narrowed his eyes, and the armor style of these soldiers was somewhat familiar, like the royal guards he met in Vikola.

Yellow Sand Soldiers!

Huo Jixing's spirit extended, and through Keneser's conversation, he learned about the origins of these legion soldiers.

They are the military force from Vikora - the Shurima Empire Legion formed by Azir himself.

Not just the Yellow Sand Soldiers.

Huo Jixing's expression moved, and his eyes fell on the other side of the Keneser Market.

What came into view were the legion soldiers wearing gray armor.

The leader of the legion in the front was also a transcendent, an arcane spellcaster loyal to Xerath.

They occupied another part of Keneser and confronted the Yellow Sand Soldiers.

Huo Jixing looked steadily at the top of the Xerath Legion. A dark and magnificent obelisk was floating in the air, sprinkling arcane energy like drizzle.

It seems that the function of the obelisk is similar to that of the sun disk, but it can be moved by itself to protect the legion.

Huo Jixing carefully sensed that the magical energy of the obelisk was magnificent and closely related to the arcane spellcaster.

It seemed that he had sacrificed a part of his own ability to gain the power of the arcane obelisk.

"Hmm, it seems that I have underestimated Xerath's means and power."

He secretly admired Xerath, who was worthy of being a great existence who could plot against the Shurima Empire and Azir.

Even though he was far away in Nerimaj, he still extended his influence to Keneser, a very important transit trade market.

Huo Jixing retracted his gaze and watched the Noxus Empire Warband leave Keneser.

Avoid the confrontation between the two sides, fully withdraw the power to the northern port, and maintain their own advantages.

He nodded gently. This is indeed the most perfect choice in the current situation.

As long as the Noxus Empire controls the northern port, it can sit on the mountain and watch the fight between Xerath and Azir.

"Hmm?"

Huo Jixing's eyes turned cold, and he saw Azir's Yellow Sand Legion moving, trying to intercept the baggage vehicles.

Amid the noise, the people of Keneser believed that the things inside belonged to Shurima and should not be taken away by the Noxus Warband.

The leader of the Yellow Sand Legion did not stop them. He seemed to agree with the Keneser's statement and let the Yellow Sand soldiers go forward.

Buzz! Buzz!

Suddenly, in the clear day.

In the hot weather, bursts of flames ignited, like fireworks falling like meteors, instantly igniting the Yellow Sand soldiers who were intercepting.

But in an instant!

The Yellow Sand soldiers who had just taken two or three steps forward, including their armor and weapons, were burned to ashes.

"Are there extraordinary people taking action?"

The leader of the Yellow Sand Legion frowned and looked at the location of the Zerath Legion at the first time.

"Isn't it them?"

He saw the arcane spellcasters who kept order and silently watched the movements here, and ripples appeared in his heart.

"Could it be the extraordinary people from the Noxus Empire? But isn't their power gathered in Nashram?"

The leader of the Yellow Sand Legion had cold eyes and looked around. The golden scepter in his hand glowed brightly.

The bright future is in the desert.

What they have to do is to pave the way for His Majesty Azir and welcome the rise of the Shurima Empire again.

"Hmm!"

Before the leader of the Yellow Sand Legion casts a spell, a terrifying spiritual force descends like thunder and directly shatters his mind.

This power is so strong that his consciousness instantly falls into a coma, and he can no longer resist.

"Something is wrong"

The voice of the leader of the Yellow Sand Legion is weak and trembling, full of disbelief and fear from the bottom of his heart.

The nearby Yellow Sand soldiers looked at the fallen leader of the legion, fell into chaos, and hurriedly lined up to protect their leader.

But in the face of this wanton spiritual force, their resistance is completely ineffective.

It was not until the Noxus Empire War Corps safely left Keneser that everyone felt the terrifying spiritual force that oppressed their hearts dissipated.

"Mr. Charles, we can leave now." Xiamara came over and said respectfully.

She saw the flaming meteor falling over the Keneser Market, but she didn't care at all.

For her, as long as she served Mr. Charles well, it would be fine.

"Well, let's go."

Huo Jixing nodded and returned to the tent. The Duoman beast got up and left the oasis, moving slowly in the desert.

Biljuen.

The northern port of Shurima.

The prosperous atmosphere remains, but in the scorching sea breeze, there is a little more solemnity.

The Shurimans used to have to bow their heads and make a living in the city and port in the face of the powerful Noxus Empire.

But now, the light of Shurima's revival illuminates this ancient land, and they have expectations in their hearts.

Although these Shurimans are still at the bottom, it does not hinder their discussion.

Especially with the frequent news from the central region of Shurima, many Shurimans secretly look forward to when the once glorious Shurima Empire will come again.

Noxian merchants and warlord nobles who appear near the port basically bring their own guards to ensure their safety.

These guards wear solid one-piece armor, hold sharp weapons, and stay alert at all times, ready to deal with potential threats at any time.

Once the affairs are handled or the goods are handed over, Noxian merchants and warlord nobles will lead their guards back to the Noxian area.

This high level of vigilance is not aimless, but because of the recent changes in the situation in Shurima.

Huo Jixing and Xiamara sat on the back of the Duoman beast, one in front and one behind, and followed the caravan into Beljuin.

After leaving for three months, he keenly perceived the changes in Beljuin and noticed that there were more extraordinary people in the city.

He looked up at the sky and saw the layers of haze lingering above and many intertwined colorful clouds.

Midalda Chamber of Commerce.

Jarl got the news that the caravan had returned and waited at the door early.

He stood alone in front of the door, with a hint of expectation and anxiety in his eyes, looking south from time to time, hoping to see a familiar outline.

As time passed, a large trade team gradually emerged at the end of the street, with the flag of the Midalda caravan flying.

When the Doman monster slowly approached, Jarl brushed off the non-existent dust on his clothes, smiled, and walked over quickly.

"Mr. Charles, welcome back safely."

Huo Jixing heard Jarl's voice, jumped off the back of the Doman monster, and landed lightly.

He hugged Jarl, and after letting go, he smiled and greeted him.

"I feel that you have gained weight. It seems that life in Beljuin is much more comfortable than Piltover."

"Yes, life here is indeed much easier than Piltover." Jarl smiled and looked relaxed.

"Shamara, you take the caravan to deal with the goods, and have a good rest later."

Jar's eyes fell on Shamara who was walking over. After giving the order, he took Huo Jixing into the room.

Shamara noticed Jar's eyes and became more and more curious about Huo Jixing's identity.

But she also knew that she would not have the opportunity to meet him with her identity.

In the gorgeous room.

The glass lights fell like a waterfall, illuminating the room like daylight.

The exquisite dining table was filled with many delicious foods, the aroma was overflowing, and it was mouth-watering.

The snow-white Poro was lying on the dining table, eating food in big mouthfuls, and occasionally making a satisfied sound in his mouth.

The long journey made this little guy suffer a lot, and he was often drowsy.

But now it seems to have forgotten all the fatigue and sleepiness, and just concentrates on enjoying the food in front of him.

"Lord Huo Jixing, the situation of the empire in Shurima is not very good recently."

In the space where the two of them were together, Jarl no longer said Huo Jixing's pseudonym, and spoke frankly about the situation at the port.

"Many secret forces entered Beljuin and caused bloody incidents."

"Although they were suppressed in the end, conflicts still arose, and the Shurimans were no longer so law-abiding."

There was a subtle worry in Jarl's tone. It was obvious that the situation began to get out of control and even affected trade transactions.

Huo Jixing skillfully used a knife and fork to cut the bacon on the plate, put it in his mouth, and chewed it slowly and swallowed it into his stomach.

"Are they so anxious before the host comes to the table?"

He seemed a little hungry, and picked up another piece of bacon and enjoyed it.

"Is there any action from the Noxus Empire?"

"The Empire has deployed three regiments of forces near Beljuin to deter restless forces." Jarl said in a serious voice.

"Now everyone is waiting for the voice of the Du Kecao family."

Huo Jixing frowned when he heard this, stopped what he was doing, and looked at Jarl.

"What happened?"

"Something happened in Nashrameh."

Jal had heard about the scandal between Huo Jixing and Katarina, and understood his worries.

"The power of the Desert Emperor Azir has infiltrated Nashrameh, and the light of the sun disk is covering the sky above the city."

"Five days ago, Lord Katarina led the Reiser Garrison Corps and the Imperial Fleet to Nashrameh to deal with the sun disk incident."

Huo Jixing picked up the white napkin and wiped the oil stains from the corners of his mouth.

"Sun disk?"

He had passed by Nashrameh and had indeed seen the sun disk rising above the city, and its power was not very stable.

"So, Azir doesn't want to wait any longer, but is preparing to retake all the ports in the North?"

"And Xerath, he will definitely not sit idly by and let Azir take control of Nashrameh so easily."

Huo Jixing's thoughts came to his mind, and he instantly took the current situation into consideration.

Then he seemed to be thinking about something, looking at Jarl who was sitting in front of him with his clothes straightened, and chuckled.

"Have they contacted you?"

"Yes."

Jarl was quite straightforward and nodded to confirm.

"The night before yesterday, a transcendent secretly met me and said that he wanted to win over the Midalda Chamber of Commerce and promised us an Ascension Edict."

Ascension Edict!

One of the highest edicts of the Shurima Empire.

Those holding the edict can be allowed to participate in the Ascension Ceremony, and those who succeed are Ascendants.

"A generous hand."

Huo Jixing was a little surprised, and was surprised by the conditions given by Azir.

Even in the ancient Shurima Empire, the glory and power represented by a seat in the Ascension Ceremony were worth everything most forces had to pay.

Azir actually used an Ascension Edict to win over Jarl, obviously because he saw the development potential of the Midalda Chamber of Commerce.

At the same time, this also shows Azir's current state, lacking sufficient wealth.

Otherwise, he would not use the Ascension Edict as a condition for exchange.

With the power controlled by Azir, it is very difficult to hold an Ascension Ceremony. It is undoubtedly a risky move to promise a seat.

"I directly refused on behalf of the Midalda Chamber of Commerce." Jarl looked at Huo Jixing with burning eyes, and his tone was full of trust in him.

"Because I believe in the power of the empire."

"Haha, you are right to believe it." Huo Jixing pointed at Jarl and laughed softly, with admiration in his laughter.

"Don't think that the Ascendants are so self-serving. Their immortal power comes from the sun disk, and they should be subject to it."

He continued to ask.

"Didn't the forces of the ancient witch spirit Zeras contact you?"

"No." Jarl stroked the circle of beard on his chin and shook his head slowly.

"But I got the news that he seems to have contacted other chambers of commerce, not just the Piltover caravan."

The northern port of Shurima is an open trade port.

Not only the nobles and chambers of commerce of the Noxus Empire, but also the chambers of commerce of other forces can come here to do business.

In Kalamanda, there is also a chamber of commerce from the Kingdom of Demacia, trading some ores and specialties.

"Yeah!" Huo Jixing nodded gently.

"Keep paying attention to the news for me."

In the following meal time, he and Jarl discussed the changes in the situation at the port and the secret actions of Azir and Xerath.

Don't underestimate the power of the Midalda Chamber of Commerce.

The fact that it can attract Azir's attention shows the development momentum of the Midalda Chamber of Commerce.

With the help of the prestige and power of the Noxus Empire, its business has already expanded to the southern end of the Shurima continent.

After dinner, Huo Jixing wiped the food residue from the corner of the snow-white Poro's mouth with a napkin and slowly got up.

"I'm leaving first. If you have any urgent matters, you can contact me through the Reiser Garrison Corps."

"Okay."

Jar stood up to see him off, watching Huo Jixing's figure rise into the sky and disappear into the night sky.

He knew where Huo Jixing was going, and he was secretly looking forward to it.

How will this farce that swept across the North Port end? !