Fort Continent was different from the other lower continents; it was only relatively barren. There was still a sizable deposit of natural resources, just not bountiful enough for the dark races and the Empire to go to war for. There were more important territories for them to fight over.

Another reason was that top experts weren’t willing to stay here for very long due to the impure origin power environment. Hence, both factions were on the fence about Fort Continent. It was a pity to abandon, yet not beneficial enough to colonize.

That was exactly why there were numerous small powers on the continent, with no lack of people claiming themselves kings and emperors. There were even those who claimed to be gods. It was just an intimidating title, anyway. True powerhouses like the Evernight Council and the Great Qin couldn’t be bothered to bicker with them. As far as local benefits were concerned, it was best if they could keep the situation under control.

Xu Jingxuan wanted Qianye to proclaim himself king and let the outside world know of his name. That was the first step toward expansion. Qianye understood the good intention, but he decided not to comment on...