Chapter 697: The Warmonger (1)

The old man has summoned so many experts, yet he’s still preparing weapons?

“Are there any weapons too?”

Everyone turned their heads to look at Lu Yu, and couldn’t help but feel a secret shock in their hearts.

Wasn’t the combined effort of all these kings enough?

Lu Yu nodded and said, “Alright.”

“Alright, let’s go then,” the elderly man smiled. “After this time, that space will probably be truly sealed. To open it again, we’ll have to wait until the apocalypse tide arrives.”

The Golden Dragon King said solemnly, “The End Tide is approaching. This battle might determine the final outcome.”

Without needing to step out of the core area, everyone immediately left through teleportation.

Transmission can never be perfectly accurate; there will always be some deviation.

When it was finally Lu Yu’s turn, the Snow Region King, the Violent King, and a few others had already arrived.

Lu Yu discovered that a middle-aged man with a bald head and a missing eye had already arrived there.

Underneath this middle-aged man’s bottom, there was another person sitting.

This middle-aged man had a bronze complexion and a robust physique, but his facial features were quite ordinary and unremarkable.

The person sitting underneath him was covered in blood, with multiple fractures and clearly having endured severe torture.

It’s easy for the strong to do this to the weak.

However, from the eyes and expressions of the Snow Domain King and others, it was clear that they were very wary of the middle-aged man before them.

“Star Lord?” Lu Yu also immediately noticed the problem.

The aura of this middle-aged man was actually only at the Star Lord level.

Then Lu Yu noticed the person whose bottom was sitting on him.

Cold sweat began to bead on Lu Yu’s forehead.

That was a King Zun who had not yet regained his peak strength.

Even with only the power of ten thousand Zun, it is not something that an ordinary Zun-level expert can easily face.

This, this isn’t a joke?

Lu Yu was certain that his senses were functioning properly.

The middle-aged man in front of him was indeed only at the Star Lord level.

At that time, merely being able to face the Supreme Being with the power of a Star Lord was already extremely difficult. Winning was nearly impossible, and surviving was no easy feat.

However, the middle-aged man in front of him used the power of a Star Lord to pin Wang Zun beneath his seat, which was countless times more powerful than he had been in his younger days.

This world still has such a powerful Star Master?

Lu Yu would definitely not believe something he had only heard about.

The facts were right before his eyes, making it impossible for him to disbelieve.

The middle-aged man saw the old man and stood up, patting his butt, frowning as he said, “Hailong, why did you come so late?”

The old man laughed heartily and said, “It’s not my fault. I’ve even brought helpers with me.”

The middle-aged man nodded slightly toward Lu Yu and the others, acknowledging their presence.

The elder pulled the middle-aged man in front of Lu Yu and the others and said, “This is the other person I mentioned. My other achievement has been given to him. His name is Yan Sen, and as you can see, he is a Star Lord. That’s right, don’t be surprised—he truly is a Star Lord, yet one who can never grow stronger. As for me, my name is Hailong, and my strength is exactly what you see—a King Zun.”

Yansen looked at Lu Yu and the others, focusing first on Lu Yu. He spoke calmly, “I know you. You’re known as the strongest in Huaxia, never having tasted defeat. You’ve slain emperors with the strength of a Star Lord. You’re indeed formidable!”

Lu Yu didn’t know exactly who Yansen was, but in terms of age, Yansen was certainly his senior.

He humbly bowed to Yansen with a bitter smile and said, “Compared to you, I still have a long way to go. You possess the power of a Star Lord, having even defeated a King.”

A faint smile appeared on Yansen’s face as he nodded and said, “Everyone’s growth is different. But among those at the same level, you’re exceptionally strong.”

Yansen said, turning his head sideways. His gaze fell upon the Snowland King as he added, “Long time no see. Are you still conducting your experiments?”

Yansen’s words made Lu Yu turn his head in surprise, his heart pounding wildly.

This statement indicates that Yan Sen had known Xue Ji for a long time.

Were the two people from the same era?

“Hello, I never expected you to show up either.” Xueji was a queen, so proud that no one could make her kneel.

But now, Xue Ji actually bowed and paid her respects to Yan Sen.

This caused King Bao and others to look sideways, feeling their hearts race with fear.

“Your attempt is wrong. Try a different path.” Yan Sen sighed, feeling regret for Yukki.

Yuki said seriously, “No, I believe this path is the right one. As long as I head in the right direction, I will definitely succeed.”

Deep within his memories, the Golden Dragon King finally recalled someone and exclaimed in shock, “It’s you!”

At this moment, the Golden Dragon King also put away his arrogance and became very respectful.

Lu Yu felt a chill down his back and sensed that the person standing before him was a monster.

He knows Xue Ji, or at least they come from the same era.

Whoever can make a king bow to him with such respect must be no ordinary person.

And since he also knew the Golden Dragon King with such reverence, he must have existed during the Golden Dragon King’s era as well. Just how long has this person lived?

Lu Yu looked at Hailong, seeking answers.

Hailong laughed and said, “You’re right. Yansen is indeed fearless against the apocalypse tide and possesses eternal life.”

When Lu Yu heard the five words “Fearless of the Doomsday Tide,” his expression became extremely excited. He asked urgently, “Is there really a way to survive the Doomsday Tide?”

Yansen said, “Yes, there is. But that method is meant for a single individual, not for an entire clan or group of people. I heard that you plan to bring many people through the apocalypse tide. In that case, even if I told you my method, it wouldn’t be helpful.”

The Three-Eyed Dragon King seemed to recall something as well, and with a serious expression, he said, “I’ve come across some records mentioning that there is one person who is forever the Star Lord, indeed powerful enough to rival a king. He is the very first Star Lord in history—could it be referring to you?”

“That’s right,” Yan Sen did not deny it, but suddenly turned around and struck with his palm.

A thin thread of black qi fell from his palm onto the fallen King Zun.

“Oh.”

The king-level figure immediately let out a piteous scream, black blood gushing from his mouth and nose, while his flesh and blood were being corroded away, inch by inch.

Some words are meant to be kept secret from others.

Yansen’s body was too unique.

The first Star Lord, how long has he actually lived!

“Poisonous Dragon’s Venom!” Lu Yu’s eyebrows twitched as he immediately sensed the power within Yan Sen’s dark aura.

Yansen smiled and said, “I’ve gathered the Eleven Deadly Venoms to form the Poison Dragon Body. But yours seems to have surpassed the Poison Dragon already.”

King Reborn was already overwhelmed with surging emotions, unable to express his profound shock.

The person standing before them, Yan Sen, was a living antique.

Being fearless of the apocalypse tide and possessing an immortal body—this is the truly most powerful regeneration.

Wasn’t the ultimate pursuit of rebirth and regenerative power precisely for this very purpose?

Lu Yu looked at Hailong and asked solemnly, “Then you should be the first King Zun, right?”

Hailong chuckled and said, “You guessed correctly. First comes the Star Lord, then the King Venerable.”

“Then who was the first king?” asked Lu Yu.

Hailong said, “Then only when he is willing to come out will he tell you in person.”

Rebirth King Zun noticed some details and connected all the previous information, exclaiming in shock: “The first Star Lord can achieve immortality, so the first King Zun and King must also possess eternal life. This means that the method to survive the End Tide is to become an even stronger being who transcends the Kings!”

Hailong and Sensen smiled without saying a word, silently agreeing at this moment.

Everyone, including the thirteen Dragon Kings, was astonished, except for Xue Ji.

The End Times tide is not insurmountable.

This news is absolutely huge—it’s the kind of story that will create a sensation.

This was the first time they heard that the apocalypse tide could actually be survived.

This is a method, and also an opportunity for them.

The method that the entire world was searching for had appeared so easily right before their eyes.

But as Yansen said, this is one person’s method.

How difficult would it be to surpass Wang’s abilities now that they have become so powerful?

Everyone’s hearts swelled with emotion, and joy was replaced by the harsh reality.

It’s already so difficult for one person to pass through.

How difficult could the method Lu Yu chose be?

Lu Yu’s expression remained unchanged. His goal was to get through together with his loved ones, companions, and warriors.

He never changed this idea.

He had this idea ever since he learned about the Doomsday Tide, and he also deeply understood how difficult it was, never holding an optimistic attitude.

Therefore, the calmest among these people now are Lu Yu and Xue Ji.

Yansen and Hailong observed the expressions of the people around them, and when they noticed Lu Yu, they couldn’t help but feel a secret shock.

Is it so difficult for a person to go through this and still not shake Lu Yu’s determination?

What a strong will.

Both of them silently praised in their hearts.

Hailong glanced at the sky and said, “It’s almost time. Get ready.”

Yansen said seriously, “I received information that the King who has already achieved a breakthrough will come. Moreover, all eleven Guardians will arrive as well. Of course, this also includes the King Sage, who has already regained his peak strength. It seems commoners won’t even have the qualifications to join this competition; the absolute minimum requirement to get involved would be at the level of a King Sage!”

Hailong said, “Everyone should have heard something about the time when the space opens. Although there are only a dozen or so of us, if we attempt to pass through together with the others, it will become a race against time. It would be lucky if seventy out of a hundred people make it through. Therefore, once the space opens, we must ensure that we pass through first. As for how the others get through, we don’t need to worry about that.”

The Dragon King with Three Eyes frowned and said, “In other words, we must block it before it passes through the space?”

Yansen said, “I believe I still have ten days before departure. I imagine that when more people arrive, others will surely share the same thoughts as us.”

The Bone Dragon King snarled, “Then it’s a competition for the spots. Although we haven’t broken through, there are only a few here that we fear.”

“So, this is the real purpose of the armor in your hands,” Hai Long chuckled. “By wearing the armor and then competing with them for it, we can discard the armor afterward. Exchanging defense for speed, we will certainly have the advantage over them.”

“However, the number of troops Wang Zun is bringing this time is certainly not small, so preparations are still necessary.”

The Reborn King said coldly, “Then hold the entrance first and ensure we get through! In terms of combat strength, we are no weaker than any other organization.”

“It’s not just that,” Hai Long said, clenching his fist and gritting his teeth. “Before the entrance opens, we need to deal with some people first and force them to withdraw.”

Everyone fell silent for a moment.

If they want to seize the first batch of qualifying spots, they must forcefully suppress all opposing forces. As for the remaining dozens of spots, those are no longer their concern; they must ensure they are among the first to pass.

In an instant, everyone finally understood the reason why all the elite had arrived this time.

With someone like Yan Sen showing up, you can imagine how exciting this is going to be.