Chapter 1259: Back Then

Chapter 1259: Back Then

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The sky was dim and drizzling rain fell incessantly. A figure, clad in a black robe, walked on the quiet mountain. Before long, the figure arrived at a pavilion. Looking around, they muttered to themselves, Why havent they arrived yet?

Ha-ha-ha, Steward Zhuo, weve been here waiting for you!Follow current novels on novelb((in).(com)

Five people showed up before the man in black. They were the Sword Emperor and four more of the Eight Emperors.

The black robe chuckled and revealed himself to be Zhuo Fan, Its rare to have the distinguished Eight Emperors give me such an honor, inviting me, the Demonic Emperors steward, in secret.

Steward Zhuo, theres no need for pleasantries. Youve done well coming alone. Take a seat. The Sword Emperor gestured at a stone table.

The others sat as well.

Zhuo Fan shook the water off his robe and took his seat. He began, Gentlemen, what is the purpose of this secret invitation? Calling me here discreetly, even avoiding contact with the Demonic Emperor.

You didnt tell him?

Of course not!

Zhuo Fan saw the Sword Emperor nervous and smiled, The Demonic Emperor is a busy man and need not trouble himself with such trifles. What would be the point of having me then? I am here to address what I can handle.

Right, Steward Zhuo is a man of great skill, able to deal with many things in his stead, ha-ha-ha

The Sword Emperor nodded.

Zhuo Fan got to the point, Sir still hasnt answered my question. Why the secret meeting? Im but a steward and have little power. Youre better off talking with the Demonic Emperor.

No, no, no, we wanted you.

The Sword Emperor snickered, Steward Zhuo, before we begin, I would like to know whether the Demonic Emperor has been strange lately.

Strange? No, whats so strange about winning? Zhuo Fan raised an eyebrow and the Wraith Emperor grimaced.

The Sword Emperor waved his hand, Steward Zhuo is a smart man and should know what I mean. I didnt ask you here to pull the Demonic Emperors secrets out of you. Im only curious about his condition. Even you should know his madness and cruelty on the battlefield were terrifying. This madness can spread and you might find it unleashed on his closest aide

Ugh

Zhuo Fan looked confused, Now that the Sword Emperor mentions it, the Demonic Emperor has been strange lately

Strange how?

Hes more secretive, spending his days in seclusion, demanding prisoners and growing his lands. The constant war had taken its toll on his forces, but he still wants to go on. I have to say that the ones trying to advise him against it were executed, except me.

We hope youd help us get rid of Zhao Chen.

Now that Zhuo Fan saw their point, the Sword Emperor grew impatient in his joy, A sudden assault on the Demonic Emperor would only scare him off into hiding. Thats why we have to do it in secret. The Demonic Emperor is paranoid, making it impossible for an outsider to do anything, especially on Devil Mountain. With so many defensive arrays, not even we could slip in undetected.

With the Demonic Emperor in seclusion and all his forces on Devil Mountain under Steward Zhuos supervision, you just need to clear us a path.

Zhuo Fan nodded, Whats in it for me?

The throne among the Eight Emperors beckons you!

The Eight Emperors laughed at his changed stance, We will elect you as a new Emperor among us, even though youre not in the Emperor Stage, but anyone in your clan can take the seat and be under your control. It will hardly make a difference. And well only allow you to sit with us. The puppet is only for others to see, just an honorary title.

Can I trust you?

We will vow on our Dao Hearts. I also told the 6th Sacred Mountains Lord. He agreed. Even if they send replacements for the Eight Emperors, theyll never touch you. Youre protected.

The Eight Emperors gave a firm nod, Its a promise none of us have. We might all be replaced, but not you.

The others nodded, goading him.

You have all the guarantees you can have, so why hesitate?

Were so jealous of you, having the Sacred Mountain at your back. Are you just going to work for the Demonic Emperor all your life just for him to kill you in the end?

Zhuo Fan sneered inside at their urging.

[The term might look enticing to the ignorant. The chance to remain among the Eight Emperors for all your life without the risk of being thrown away.]

[But if you think about it, those old Eight Emperors would care about this title once this matter is done?]

[Their eyes are on the Sovereign Stage, all thanks to a Sovereigns inheritance. Why would they waste time on empty titles?]

[These relics sure know how to plot.]

Zhuo Fan was hoping for this, regardless, the more they yearned for it the better.

So he stroked his chin as he smiled, When will you act, gentlemen?

The five laughed.

Zhuo Fan grinned a devious smile, his eyes icy.

[You mustve enticed that rotten disciple back then as well, I bet, humph]