But to think that he gave such an unexpected response. This implied that Bekorodi was taking Black Star’s side this time.
Supporting neutrality right now was akin to supporting Black Star because everyone there knew that if the battle were to proceed, the reputation of the Tyrant would be severely damaged, and Black Star’s reputation would skyrocket.
What Heber did not know was that, in the eyes of the dynasty’s upper echelons, the chance of Heber winning against Black Star’s avatar was less than ten percent!
This was because, not too long ago, the outpost had delivered the observation report of Black Star when he advanced, and this report had caused a sensation among the upper echelons of the dynasty.
Black Star had only entered the Beyond Grade A realm a few years prior, and the battle at Planet Lighthouse as well as the fall of the EsGod had shown his growth. The dynasty originally thought that he would remain quiet for a while, but it was as though Black Star had drunk some high-energy motor oil, setting his buttocks on fire and shooting him straight up into the sky. He actually grew once again in such a short time!
Compared to the normal speed of a Beyond Grade A, these few years were far too short!
While they were unaware as to what extent Black Star had grown, based on ‘Dark Lord’ Clotti’s hypothesis, Black Star should be near or even at the peak of the Beyond Grade A realm. He had achieved this hundreds of years ahead of the projected time, and even the Dark Lord had been shocked, saying how he had never met someone so perverted in his entire life.
Thus, in the eyes of the dynasty, the Tyrant’s odds of victory were so low that they could be considered pathetic. To that end, they even wondered if Black Star sending an avatar to battle was merely to infuriate the Tyrant further and let him think that he had a chance of victory.
The outcome of this war was already set in stone, and Black Star would likely become the new spokesperson for the dynasty in the Shattered Star Ring. The Tyrant could still grow his influence, but it would never reach the same level as before Black Star challenged him…
In the eyes of the outsiders, it meant that Black Star would take the head seat of the Beyond Grade As within the Shattered Star Ring!
Urranrell was naturally willing to see this happen, so all those within the Ruler’s faction sided with Black Star. She originally thought that someone would jump out today and insist on interfering in the battle, but she did not expect Bekorodi, who would usually give her trouble, to change his position!
Frowning secretly, Urranrell then looked toward Ludwell.
“I also support neutrality.” Ludwell’s expression did not change. It was not because he was grateful to Black Star but rather because he typically followed the direction of the Ruler’s faction.
Moreover, he was not as radical as the hardliner faction. Containing Black Star would be a strategy for the future. right now, it was more important to gain Evolution Cube uses or to buy Evolutionary Totems.
Today is a weird day. Why are all of them suddenly speaking so nicely? Urranrell grumbled to herself.
By the side, Bekorodi lightly closed his eyes, casting a deep look at Ludwell.
Just a few days ago, Sorokin, whom he had a deal with privately, had sent him a message, hoping for him to interfere in the battle. If they allowed Black Star’s name to continue rising, Sorokin’s plan would become more difficult.
Normally, he would definitely have interfered in the battle, but the situation now was different. Ludwell had spoken to him about half a month ago, and the deep meaning between his words had made him wonder.
Thus, Bekorodi could only ignore Sorokin’s opinion and temporarily sheathe his weapon, observing the situation. Acquiring the Evolution Cube would be good, but protecting one’s life was more important.
The conference room’s atmosphere was a little heavy, and after the senior officials of the factions sent out a unified reply of their opinions, no one dared jump out to object.
Urranrell only felt that this was too successful and slowly said, “Since no one has any objections, let’s make it as such. As long as Black Star doesn’t act unreasonably, like killing Heber, we will not interfere.”
“Understood.”
Everyone nodded while having their own inner thoughts.
…
“Black Star and the Tyrant are duelling?”
In the group chat of the Dynasty’s Beyond Grade As, Beyoni excitedly posted that question and blew out all the lurkers within the chat.
Milizaus snorted. “I knew that both of them would fight one day.”
“No need to talk any further. Start the bets.” Beyoni rubbed his hands.
“I’ll put a small bet to not hurt any feelings. Black Star, fifty million Enas.” Ravenlaude laughed, not even the least bit embarrassed at selling out the Tyrant.
“Oh, I’m close to Heber and understand his strength quite well…” Viru stroked his chin. “I’ll bet on Black Star too, ten million.”
“Black Star, two hundred million,” Lotus Swordsman indifferently commented.
“Oi, how are we going to open the bet if all of you bet on Black Star?” Milizaus was unhappy.
“Simple, you can go call all The Ancient Ones out, and I’ll pull in those from the Federation of Light and the Arcane Church. This will make it more interesting.” One of the lurking three National Pillars of the Dynasty could not take it any longer and surfaced, joining in the fun.
“Ingenious, ingenious plan.” Milizaus laughed out loud.
While the Arcane Church had hurt him, the other party had lost even more, so he did not have much of a grudge against them.
The Beyond Grade A circle was only this big, so while they belonged to different civilizations, they would still have their own private dealings.
The Ancient Ones along with those in the three Universal Civilizations made up more than half of the entire population of Beyond Grade As in the explored universe. This could be said to be a grand event.
Regarding the battle between Black Star and the Tyrant, not only did no one worry, they even riled up the matter. Only those that belonged to the direct line of the Dynasty’s Beyond Grade As would carefully consider the matter from the viewpoint of the dynasty.
Everyone was a Beyond Grade A, and there was no good drama without fighting!
…
On a blood-red planet in a distant star field, an endless beast tide rushed toward a red figure like a black ocean. Countless broken beast carcasses fell to the ground, their blue blood infiltrating the soil, leaving the red land splattered with blue.
The beasts were a ferocious galactic life form that could sleep and drift through the universe. Once they fell to a planet, they would quickly multiply and consume everything on the surface, forming a catastrophe.
In the prosperous star fields, these sorts of galactic creatures had long been eradicated, but there were still some nests in the remote and wild areas of the universe.
At this moment, from the center of this beast tide, a rich crimson energy continuously exploded. Wherever it passed, the energy swept through, harvesting all life.
Hila’s eyes were frosty, and she took in nothing except for the incoming beast tide. Her death energy radiated out from her as though it was free, and the soul energy of the beasts that died to it was absorbed by her body, constantly strengthening her abilities.
In the sky, Ames was suspended in midair, overlooking Hila who was slaughtering the beast tide with no intention of helping.
The goal of this trip was not to have fun; Hila needed to improve her Esper ability quickly, and the fastest method was through slaughter. However, their targets this time were the brutal beasts.
It was not known how long the battle lasted. When the last beast fell, Hila was covered in blue blood, and she gasped for air as she looked around.
As far as she could see, the carcasses stretched over the horizon, and the earth was dyed blue.
The blood of these creatures smelled like curdled milk, so
ur and smelly. Hila held her breath and dragged her tired body to Ames.
“The efficiency is quite high.” Ames lightly nodded.
Lowering her head to look at the situation, Ames clutched with her palm.
Rumble!
The earth trembled and rose up, like an earth dragon that was stretching itself. Ridges of earth protruded out, twisting around the ground, creating a spectacular scene.
The force field churned for a while, and when the sand and dust gradually settled, all the carcasses were buried in the ground, like the land was being plowed.
If it was Ames who acted, destroying the beast tide was just a matter of flipping her hand.
Her jade white hands retreated into her black sleeve, and with a smile on her face, Ames said, “When you can achieve this level where you can reap the lives of hundreds of millions of creatures with a wave of your hand, then you can be considered to have reached the Beyond Grade A realm.”
Hila only mutely nodded, her face passive, as though her whole body was not covered in grime and blood.
“By the way, I saw the news just now.” Ames took out her communicator as she lightly laughed. “Black Star challenged the Tyrant to a duel, and just like the previous time, he even set the date to be twenty days later. What a wicked sense of humor.”
The previous time, Ames had welcomed the battle with him, so her memories of that were especially clear.
“Eh?” Hila frowned, and a frosty air exuded out from her. “Shall we go and help?”
“Hehe, relax…” Ames indifferently laughed. “The current him does not need any assistance.”
…
The major organizations of the various star fields were all paying attention to this matter. Due to the continued fanning of the news, more and more people around the universe got to know about the battle between the two.
The gambling industry had also started its own operations. Originally, Black Star’s odds were very high, but because he did not participate personally and only sent an avatar along with two million mechanical soldiers, the win rate comparison was adjusted and set to six to four in favor of Heber.
Ordinary people had no way to understand the actual combat power of the Beyond Grade As. In the eyes of many, while Black Star had an impressive record, many still felt that the Tyrant was no pushover. In the heart of the citizens, many felt that a Beyond Grade A who did not turn up personally would never be an opponent of the same level. Many of them still bet on the Tyrant.
Under this bubbling atmosphere, twenty days passed in a flash.
…
Planet Black Tyrant was originally a barren and desolate planet. Ten days prior, when Heber chose this spot, Klent had given this planet the name and put it on the star map.
Maybe Klent had plans to make this place into a tourist attraction in the future, but the spectators that came did not think this way. After the battle, it would be hard to say if the planet was still there.
Black Star did not mind having the duel in Klent territory. He wanted to let people see his confidence, and there was no need to be afraid of any possible losses since he was only using mechanical soldiers.
Because of this, the Beyond Grade A mechanics felt a huge headache. As long as his wallet could support it, he could take all sorts of unbridled risks.
Many people had flocked to Planet Black Tyrant.
With what happened a few years ago as the lesson, the majority stayed far away. No one wanted to be the unlucky person that would be accidentally killed.
The Bloodshed Land’s fleet was suspended in the surroundings to guard the area, while Heber stood alone on the surface. His eyes were closed as he readied his mindset, and his burly body stood ramrod straight, giving off a pressuring aura.
“Can he win?”
On the spaceship, one of the Vanguard Officials could not help breaking the silence.
“Are you doubting His Excellency?” Fosters coldly glanced over.
“Are you not?”
Fosters gritted his teeth, glaring at the offender before turning his head back. He had no comeback.
In reality, his palms were already slick with sweat.
If the Tyrant could not defeat Black Star himself, he would definitely feel disappointed, but he had already mentally prepared himself for that. However, what would come today was just an avatar, and if the Tyrant could not even defeat that…
“That’s not possible. In just a few short years, how could Black Star become so strong?”
Fosters shook his head fiercely, muttering to himself. It was unknown whether he said that to convince others or himself.
Jorde turned his head around. He gazed at the worried expressions of the other Vanguard Officials, and his face turned pale.
When did the eight Vanguard Officials under the Tyrant that had unwavering loyalty become like this?
When did this trust start to shake?
That’s right. It was when Black Star first reached Beyond Grade A. When the Tyrant dueled with him and did not obtain a clear victory, that was when the seeds of doubt were planted.
If they had known of this, they should have gone against the Tyrant’s wishes and killed off Black Star during the secret war.
Black Star… was really a poison that struck the core.
You have to win, Your Excellency… If not, it will be hard to keep the hearts of the people.
Jorde sighed.
A pity, there are no what ifs in this world.
At this moment, Heber suddenly opened his eyes, glancing at a distant location.
Di di di…
The Black Star fleet slowly appeared on the horizon, neither quickly nor slowly, just on time.
“Finally.”
Heber’s eyes were cold, and the hands that were behind his back suddenly clenched tight.
Chapter 951 - Mechanical Deity!
The spaceships in the distance parted to make way for the Black Star fleet to pass through.
Under the excitement and expectation of the countless people present, the Black Star fleet slowly approached Planet Black Tyrant, and its hatch opened, releasing the countless mechanical soldiers within. The mechanical soldiers streamed out like a long dragon, quickly arranging themselves into a dense and neat formation, occupying the entire sky, and their armors reflected the light from the stars.
Pairs of indifferent mechanical eyes overlooked the earthy brown planet below, focusing on the solitary Tyrant standing there.
Heber stood unmoving, coldly staring at the dense mechanical army in the sky. All of a sudden, he snorted, his powerful lungs propelling a loud roaring sound.
Hum!
The echo was like thunder, and Heber’s every cell began to pump energy frantically, such that the radar of the spaceships nearby all detected a high-energy response. Pugilist flames roared on his body and condensed on his legs. Even though he was standing still, the ground beneath him was cracking apart.
Both sides took a fighting stance, and the tense atmosphere was akin to an invisible net that instantly covered the whole audience.
The countless people on scene held their breath at the suspense.
At this time, the mechanical host stepped out of the crowd and came to the forefront of the mechanical army. The blue-gold Mechanical Force glimmered and sparkled as its eyes shone with light, carrying the will of Han Xiao.
“I’m here,” Han Xiao said through the wide area communications channel.
“Humph.” Heber coldly snorted in response.
This time, the dynasty did not interfere, and both knew that the battle would only end if one of them fell.
Suddenly, Heber bent his knees and kicked out his legs, and a shock wave burst out around him.
Boom!
A rift formed with just a stomp of his foot, and Heber rushed upward to the sky like an arrow in flight, with fierce battle intent in his eyes. He was wrapped in a red and gold pugilist flame, dazzling like the sun, and at this moment, he resembled a golden meteor!
; From the sky, violent Mechanical Force burst forth from the body of the mechanical host, instantly linking together the mechanical army. Han Xiao activated all his skills and casually flung a [Luck Curse] on Heber.
The next moment, the vanguard mechanical soldiers swooped down as well, rushing toward Heber.
There was no foreplay to speak of; both sides immediately tucked into the main course, lunging at each other’s throats!
The golden meteor collided with the machines, the heat melted the armor, and the cracked parts flew out like shrapnel from a bomb, flying everywhere!
Boom boom boom!
One after another, the mechanical soldiers fell, and the golden meteor rushed deep into the formation before being slowed down and entangled by the countless machines.
The long-range troops in the rear spread out like a metal tornado revolving around Heber, shooting out psionic rays and dark energy repeatedly. Countless beams of light from all directions were shot toward Heber.
The mechanical army surrounded Heber tightly like a dark cloud, and this scene resembled a flock of crows dancing around the sun. From time to time, red and gold pugilist shockwaves fluctuated from the center.
Because Han Xiao’s mechanical army had undergone many rounds of strengthening, they were not too vulnerable even in the face of a Beyond Grade A. While this batch of old machinery was not the most updated, with the addition of his Mechanical Force, they were no longer simple mechanical soldiers that Heber could casually crush.
In this battle, Heber faced a different situation.
In the last battle, Heber’s goal was to demonstrate his prestige, and he intended to quickly get rid of Han Xiao.
But now that Black Star had achieved his current fame, Heber did not have any thought of quickly ending the fight. He was clear that Han Xiao was not there, so the only way to win this fight was to kill all of the soldiers present.
As long as he smashed apart all the troops that Black Star had brought over, it would be his win!
Thus, Heber’s mentality was more stable, and he was not in a rush at all. He had long made preparations for a sustained battle and focused on getting rid of the mechanical soldiers without any intention of ambushing Han Xiao.
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