The morning sun bathed Seabound Village in golden light, but a restless energy hung thick in the salty air. Word of the upcoming Nexus Summit — the historic gathering of the millions of Global Lords — had spread swiftly, and Kaelen could feel the weight of countless eyes on him.
His alliance with the Stormhorn and Hidden Desert Lords had shifted the balance of power. Now, he needed to prepare for what was to come.
Inside his modest command hall, Kaelen gathered his closest aides and heroines.
Selene stood tall, her silver hair shimmering. "The Nexus Summit will be unlike anything we've faced. All Lords — from icy mountains to endless grasslands — will converge. Politics, alliances, betrayals. It will be a battlefield as deadly as any war."
Lyra nodded, her gaze steady. "We must strengthen our forces. The System has already begun unlocking new evolution branches for our summons. It's pushing us to grow faster."
Kaelen's sister, Reina, sat quietly beside him. Her usual bright smile was replaced by a serious focus. "My rare beasts... they've evolved again after the trial. I think the System wants us all to become stronger, together."
Kaelen smiled and ruffled her hair. "That's why we train, build, and prepare. Our summons aren't just tools — they're part of our family now."
Outside, the coastal training grounds buzzed with activity.
Kaelen watched as his Tempest Vanguard — his elite ocean soldiers — moved in synchronized formations, their weapons flashing under the sun. Each unit was evolving, gaining new skills and strength after each battle, guided by the System's evolving skill trees.
Selene was directing the summoning circle, calling forth elemental beasts of water and storm, their powers growing daily.
Reina, nearby, commanded her own summons — majestic rare beasts like the Celestial Howler and Shadowfen Drake — evolving rapidly in tandem with the MC's forces.
Kaelen's mind was already planning further expansions: building defensive structures, upgrading farms and resource mines, and exploring ways to unlock hidden potential in their summons.
Just then, a messenger arrived — a swift rider cloaked in thick furs, bearing a sigil unfamiliar to Kaelen.
The rider bowed deeply. "Lord Kaelen, I bring greetings from the Mountain Lord, Lord Graven. He requests an audience at the Nexus Summit — and wishes to discuss a potential alliance."
Kaelen's eyebrows rose. The Mountain Lord was known to be a fierce warrior with an army of rock giants and frost wolves — a powerful ally or a deadly enemy.
Selene exchanged a glance with Kaelen. "We'll need to be cautious. The mountains and deserts don't always see eye to eye."
With days until the summit, Kaelen intensified preparations. His harem of heroines — Selene, Lyra, Reina, and the others — trained relentlessly, each forging stronger bonds with their summons.
In the evenings, quiet moments with Reina reminded him of his other duty — protecting his sister and nurturing her unique powers. Her rare beast summons, evolving alongside his soldiers, made them a formidable team.
A knock at the door interrupted Kaelen's thoughts. It was Elara, the quiet but fiercely loyal healer from the village.
"I want to come with you to the summit," she said softly. "You'll need every ally you can get."
Kaelen nodded. "I'm glad you're with us."
The day of departure finally arrived.
A caravan of ships and land mounts carried Kaelen and his forces toward the Central Nexus Plains — a vast, neutral zone where all Lords would convene.
As they traveled, Kaelen's System issued constant updates:
Warning: High Density of Lords AheadSuggestion: Maintain strong reconnaissanceNew Ability Unlocked: Nexus Diplomacy (Improves negotiation outcomes with other Lords)
Kaelen smiled inwardly. The System was as much a guide as a tool — pushing him to grow not just in power, but in wisdom.
The Central Nexus Plains were breathtaking — an endless expanse of fertile land dotted with massive crystalline towers, glowing with an otherworldly light.
Lords arrived from all directions, each accompanied by armies and summons representative of their domains: fire dragons from volcanic lands, giant earth golems from mountain realms, swift grassland centaurs, and more.
Kaelen felt a mixture of awe and determination. This was where the fate of all their domains would be decided.
The summit's grand hall was a colossal structure made of translucent crystal and ancient stone. Here, Lords would speak, negotiate, and declare alliances or rivalries.
Kaelen took his place among the gathered Lords. His allies from the ocean, storm, and desert were present as well.
Suddenly, a booming voice echoed:
"Welcome, Lords from across the realms! This summit marks a new era — one of cooperation, conflict, and conquest. Prove your strength, your wisdom, and your loyalty to your people!"
The summit had begun.
Already, whispers filled the halls. Some Lords eyed Kaelen warily — the ocean lord with his fast-growing alliances.
Others approached with smiles and veiled threats.
Kaelen knew this was a chess game. Every move, every alliance formed or broken, would shape the coming wars and peace.
Amidst the crowd, Kaelen spotted a familiar face — the envoy from the mountains.
Lord Graven approached, his massive frame imposing.
"Kaelen, your rise has been impressive. I propose we combine our forces — the ocean's reach and the mountain's strength."
Before Kaelen could respond, a sudden tremor shook the hall. A fiery Lord from the volcanic lands stood up, his voice fierce.
"Who dares to form alliances that threaten the balance? The firelands will not be subdued!"
The summit was already heating up — and Kaelen's true test was just beginning.
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