He became the White-Haired Evil God after wearing the Seven Curses Rings.

Seeing the slight redness under Atoris's eyes, Xie Bai didn't feel anything strange.

In her mind, Atoris had always looked like this, and he acted very naturally.

As for Atoris's previous appearance, Xie Bai had no knowledge of it.

If Orion and Roland saw this scene, they'd probably knock themselves unconscious and collapse on the spot in the next second.

"Alright, I called you here today because I have something else to discuss."

"Hmm... My lord, please speak."

Seeing that Atoris had relaxed, Xie Bai began to talk about establishing a branch and conquering the North.

After listening, Atoris regained his composure as a ruler and began to analyze Xie Bai's plan.

"I have no objection to establishing a branch of the Wheel of Destiny here in the Empire. If my lord does not wish to be too conspicuous, then let the current opera house serve as the center, and establish related industrial zones in the surrounding area."

I can go back and talk to Orion, and have him establish a new Imperial department to conceal our true identities.

Hearing Atoris's reply, Xie Bai nodded.

"Okay, I'll leave it to you to do. I believe you can do it."

"Hmm... Thank you for your trust, my lord."

After finishing discussing the branch's affairs, Artoris shifted the topic to the Northern Continent.

"Ever since the Empire unified the Eastern Continent, I've sent Lyon to the Northern Territory to investigate its strengths and weaknesses."

The results showed that while those northern lords were formidable in their internal conflicts, they were surprisingly united when faced with external enemies.

However, they were ultimately not good at cooperative warfare and were frequently defeated by the expeditionary force.

However, the cold of the North was extremely unique, possessing a peculiar sluggish quality that affected the normal operation of alchemical creations. Therefore, the expeditionary force never managed to penetrate the heartland.

Halfway through his speech, Atoris lowered his head.

"Furthermore, the Empire is currently focused on recuperation and is unable to provide any useful assistance to our lord beyond some intelligence matters. I apologize..."

Just as Atoris was burying her head in self-pity, Xie Bai gently lifted her face.

"Alright, I don't need your help with this little thing. You just need to take care of the affairs here in the Empire."

"Yes... my lord."

After brushing Xie Bai's hand away, Atoris reminded Xie Bai again.

"By the way, my lord, there is something I must remind you of."

Seeing Atoris' serious expression, Xie Bai felt a little puzzled.

"What's wrong? Is it serious?"

In response to Xie Bai's question, Atoris nodded slightly.

"Pretty much, but it might not mean much to my lord, but I still want to remind you."

In the North, the lords are not to be underestimated; they are mostly ancient monsters who have lived for thousands or tens of thousands of years, nearing demigod status, only slightly inferior to me.

Under the firepower suppression of the expeditionary fleet, these northern lords were originally unable to cause much trouble.

But recently I've clearly felt the world's restrictions loosening, and I estimate that in just a few days, I'll be able to break through to true demigod status.

At the same time, those Northern lords who have been suppressed for so long will probably break through to demigod status one after another, at which point the danger level of the entire Northern Territory will rise sharply...

Upon hearing Atoris's actual concerns, Xie Bai couldn't help but chuckle a few times.

"Thank you for reminding me, but even if those Northern lords break through to demigod level, they won't pose any threat to me."

Upon hearing Xie Bai's reply, Atoris nodded slightly.

"Indeed... if it is my lord, then there is no need to worry."

Thinking of this, Atoris looked at Xie Bai.

"Since my lord is alright, I am fine too. My lord, rest assured, I will take good care of things here."

"Okay, I'm looking forward to it."

With that, Xie Bai prepared to enter Atoris's shadow and leave.

"Oh, and I should remind you, besides us, there's a little mouse hiding here too."

Watching Xie Bai leave, Atoris gently grasped the hem of her skirt.

"Rats...are there still rats here?"

Although he didn't understand what Xie Bai said, Atoris felt that Xie Bai wouldn't say something without reason.

Thinking of this, Atoris looked around carefully.

After failing to detect the problem from one side, Atoris drew his crimson greatsword, plunged it into the ground, and unleashed a shockwave that spread outwards.

The next second, a purplish-black figure was jolted out of the shadows.

"Ouch...it hurts...strange, how was I discovered..."

Before she could react, Atoris had already raised his sword and pointed it at her.

"Wait, Sword Maiden! I was momentarily bewitched and accidentally wandered into this place. I had absolutely no ill intentions. I beg you to spare my life."

Artoris was slightly taken aback when he heard how the other person addressed him.

Fiora, that's what her fans call her.

Upon seeing the Destiny Bracelet made by Roland on the other person's wrist, Atoris sheathed his sword.

"Are you the one Roland brought into the Wheel of Fate?"

Upon hearing Arthur mention Roland and the Wheel of Fortune, the other party immediately stood up, glanced at Arthur a few times, and confidently spoke.

"Oh, so you know all this? Well then, we can talk this over. Let me introduce myself. My name is Cecilia, and I'm a veteran member of the Wheel of Fate who was recruited by General Roland a few days ago."

Atoris narrowed his eyes as he watched the other person's confident pose with his hands on his hips.

The thought that she hadn't noticed anyone coming in while she was talking to Xie Bai, and that Xie Bai had to remind her in the end, made her furious with the person in front of her.

"Even if you are someone Roland took in, you cannot trespass here. If you cannot give me a reasonable explanation, I can kill you right now and take your body to Roland for disposal."

Upon hearing Atoris's threat, Cecilia froze instantly.

She hadn't expected that the little girl in front of her, despite her cute appearance, could be so ruthless when threatening people behind their backs.

"Damn it, I was momentarily distracted by her appearance. After all, she's the Empire's sword, the pillar of its strength."

Realizing something was terribly wrong, Cecilia immediately switched to a kneeling posture.

"Please spare my life, sir! I only came here because I really like you and wanted your autograph. I swear I have no other intentions."

Atoris was slightly taken aback by Cecilia's explanation.

"It's that autograph request again, just like Brandon's before..."

Thinking of this, Artorius couldn't help but recall the name Brandon.

"It's strange, really. We haven't seen Brandon since he was taken away by our lord. Could he be serving our lord now?"

……

"Achoo!"

Brandon wiped his nose and muttered to himself.

"That's strange, why am I sneezing? Is someone talking about me?"

Thinking of this, Brandon shook his head.

"Forget it, those old sayings for comforting children from tens of thousands of years ago are outdated. I guess I'm just under too much pressure."

With that, Brandon yanked the joystick.

The entire spaceship was returned to the Void Hive.