Initially, these tribes were feeble and posed no threat to the rule of other powerful creatures.However, after several hundred thousand more years, the tribes multiplied, and the power of each tribe grew increasingly formidable. Even beings such as the Dragon's Physical Form or Ancient Phoenix began to harbor apprehensions.Because of this, a group of magical beasts, led by the four great beasts, decided to wage war against the Celestial Clan.This grand battle raged on for eight hundred years, with countless magical beasts slain. Even the four great beasts were annihilated by the Celestial Clan's four divine generals. In the end, the magical beast army was utterly defeated, and the Celestial Clan once again demonstrated its divine might, with no creature daring to offend them.Even the Dragon's Physical Form and the Ancient Phoenix began to submit, bowing to the Celestial Clan.It can be said that, after the four great beasts were exterminated, the Ancient Distant era entered a new
As these words reached Benjamin's ears, his brows furrowed in contemplation. Still, he held his silence, attentively listening to Venn's continued tale."Just over a fortnight ago, we chanced upon you and the young lady of the Broly lineage aboard a wooden vessel. You, Captain, were enveloped in a deep slumber, and the maiden bore many a wound. Initially, our men wished to bring you to our camp for healing. However, orders from the high command summoned you for inspection and scrutiny. This directive, impossible to refuse, labeled you as delusional, potentially harmful to those around. Thus, they've isolated you here, not in a mere infirmary, but a secretive research institution established some years prior, rumored to be Elmer's own brainchild. As of now, only Venn, Noam, and I have permission to communicate with you. So, should you wish to venture beyond these walls, I must, by duty, hinder your path."Reaching this point, Venn's voice wavered, his throat dry. Yet his gaze revealed
"Sir, we have arrived!"The sudden sound of the driver's voice brought Benjamin back to the present, his eyes taking in his surroundings.The landscape before Benjamin was a serene rural area. Around him were a few wooden houses, each enclosed by fences of green trees, giving off a feeling of simplicity and intimacy.It had been a long time since Benjamin had felt such peaceful ambiance. Stepping out of the car, he took a deep breath of the clean, cool air. Then his eyes settled on a nearby wooden house.In front of the house lay a small garden, flanked by plots of verdant vegetables. Particularly striking was a trellis heavy with ripe melons, giving Benjamin a sense of returning to the countryside of the 1980s.However, his attention quickly focused on a figure standing in the garden—an old man in his late seventies or eighties. Though slightly frail, his body was robust and vigorous.To any onlooker, he might appear as an ordinary old farmer, but Benjamin knew well that this was non
Yet, resentment towards the elder never burgeoned within Benjamin. Instead, his eyes glittered with a trace of curiosity as he beheld the elder, questioning: "Pray tell, to whom shall I deliver this letter?""Miranda Byner!"The elder's three uttered words resonated like a seismic jolt, leaving Benjamin utterly staggered."Byner... Miranda Byner?!"A look of incredulity washed over Benjamin's features as he beheld the figure standing before him."Yes, that's her! Moreover, she's my daughter!"Once more, Benjamin felt as though a bolt of lightning had fiercely struck his very core.To the uninformed, the name Miranda Byner might not ring a bell. But Benjamin knew all too well—she was one of the three deputy leaders of the Moonlight Religious Sect, an infamous cult with vast influence across Southeast Asia. Rumored to be the consort of the current sect leader, she had reportedly reached the pinnacle of her powers two decades ago. As for her present capabilities, Benjamin was unsure. Yet
As for being discovered by Miranda regarding the nature of his space storage artifact, Benjamin was utterly indifferent.Of course, he did not entirely trust Miranda. Conversely, he felt somewhat concerned and cautious about this occurrence. Anyway, when he was transported out of the Ancient Battlefield, he didn't know what had happened. Suddenly imprisoned, the Dragon Guardians members who had followed him were scattered, isolated. This made Benjamin wary.Someone might be targeting him, and they seemed powerful. He did not believe that the Lee family alone could overshadow everything. Perhaps his trip to the Ancient Battlefield was revealed, leading the government to investigate secretly.In short, except for his own strength, Benjamin had entirely stopped trusting anyone, even those he had known before."What good is inside this? Just give me a similar space treasure, and I'll help you with anything, no matter what?!"At this point, Miranda seemed not to have noticed the change in
Having checked in, Benjamin realigned his thoughts. With the address in hand, he once again stepped out briskly."Hey, mate, need a ride?"Barely moments outside the hotel, an aged taxi edged closer to where Benjamin stood. The thickly-accented voice of the driver took him by surprise, but he'd prepared himself for such encounters, enabling him to comprehend the offer at hand.In the delicate veil of the moonlit night, he fervently expressed: "I wish to go to the address written on this paper."With a refined cadence, Benjamin responded in a most pristine English.After all, in this land of New Braum, the mastery over the English language was quite ubiquitous. So, upon hearing his response, the taxi driver just slightly nodded in understanding. He then swiftly took the slip of paper from Benjamin's hand, skimming its contents with a cursory glance.As the driver discerned the written address, a fleeting shadow crossed his countenance. Had Benjamin not been keenly observant, this swift
At this moment, a wave of relief washed over Irina. The situation had been precarious, but thankfully, the timely intervention of this woman had scattered the goons. Gratefully, she bowed slightly to the woman, expressing her thanks."Thank you, I'm fine."The woman nodded in acknowledgment. But a moment later, she regarded Irina with a peculiar glint in her eyes, as if an unspoken mystery lurked within."Indeed, why do you stand alone in this place? This city, though largely safe, becomes a haven for sinister souls as night falls. If you have no purpose here, it would be wisest to return to your hotel, avoiding the streets alone at this hour. Especially, given your undeniable beauty."Hearing the words of the middle-aged woman, a hint of confusion danced across Irina's delicate face. In the next heartbeat, her eyes darted, desperately searching for any trace of Benjamin.Yet, the streets betrayed no sign of him. For a fleeting moment, an overwhelming disappointment clouded Irina's ga
Startled, she swiftly turned around. Behind Azaria stood a man with a flat cap, his face concealed behind a voluminous black mask. Clasped in his arms was a woman whose features were indistinct, but the attire she wore seemed eerily familiar to Azaria."Boss... Boss!"Upon recognizing the figure, Azaria exclaimed in surprise."Shush! We can't stay here for long. Follow me outside, and we can talk later."Benjamin gestured hastily for Azaria to be silent, then silently carried the unconscious woman towards a place outside the harbor.Just then, the city's patrolling police and the fire department hurriedly arrived, surrounding the entire harbor area. Even some key figures from the Rosé organization, accompanied by their entourage, appeared on the scene.Of course, their identities were hidden, watching from a distance, not directly intervening with the local police's firefighting activities."Boss, why..."Azaria's gaze lingered on the unconscious woman, now seated in the backseat of a
Benjamin, unbeknownst to him, was oblivious to the demonic prince's frenzy over the armor. He held in his hand a command token, under which lay a somewhat tragic corpse. However, a familiar energy emanated from the token, causing his brows to furrow deeply, for a voice resounded urgently within his mind."Chirp chirp!"Deep in thought, Benjamin was roused by Alan's voice. The creature, now the size of a sparrow, perched gracefully upon his shoulder.Recognizing the intention behind the creature's head rubbing against him, a tender smile graced Benjamin's lips: "You did wonderfully." he praised."Chirp chirp!"In response, Alan regurgitated an ancient ring which landed deftly in Benjamin's palm. As it touched his skin, the ring transformed into a golden glow, wrapping around his finger. It was the space ring Benjamin had discovered in the Dragon Palace. Although the spirit inside was dormant, its basic functions remained accessible.Earlier, Benjamin had entrusted this ring to Alan to
Instantly, his face became grave. Only now did he discern the fading form of Alan, with even the flames upon it having waned by more than half. Yet, what was most alarming was the emanating ominous aura from the Demon God's heart, causing Benjamin to jolt and hurriedly shout,"Elder!""Hm?!"Hearing Benjamin's call, an ethereal figure suddenly appeared outside the central region of the altar. Its gaze locked onto the sealed space above the altar."Ha ha ha, foolish humans, my true form is almost here. Once it arrives, I'll reduce the both of you to mere ashes!"Sensing the familiar aura steadily nearing the altar, the Demon God's heart laughed triumphantly.However, a languid voice suddenly intervened,"Quiet!"Following which, an overpowering force, emanating from Benjamin, suddenly descended, shattering the very core of the heart."AHH!"A scream echoed from within. Simultaneously, an ethereal figure, eyes filled with disbelief, turned towards the altar."What is this force?!"Feeli
Boom!Boom!Several blows in succession, and Benjamin had lost track of time. But at this moment, cracks began to appear on the wall before him. They spread and widened until finally, with a full-force punch, the wall collapsed. A vast space revealed itself, stretching out before his eyes.Here, Benjamin beheld a huge sacrificial altar, filling almost the entire space. Above the altar hung a heart. Though he could not ascertain from what creature it was taken, its appearance allowed him to sense an incredibly evil energy, pervading the entire space.Moreover, this evil energy made his mind reel slightly. Were it not for his strong will, Benjamin feared he would have been bewitched by the heart.Instantly, his face marked with caution, he retreated a few steps."This is truly bizarre? How could such an altar appear here?"But just then, stepping back some twenty meters, a sound of great astonishment suddenly came from behind him.Startled, Benjamin quickly turned to see the people who
A few minutes later, a middle-aged man with blonde hair and glasses, holding a laptop, arrived looking somewhat harried and sleep-deprived. He looked toward Red, placed his hand over his chest, and rapidly spoke.“Prince Red, why have you summoned me here? My research is on the brink of completion, needing only one final step. If there's nothing urgent, I would like to return and continue with my work.”After speaking, the middle-aged man seemed incredibly impatient, ready to turn and leave.Seeing this, Red felt slightly annoyed but did not show anger. Instead, his face bore a placating expression, and he hastily replied.“Mr. Steven, I genuinely have a very important matter that requires your assistance. Agat and Orange are in trouble in New Braum, and I want you to go there and bring them back. What do you think?”Red's attitude was extremely humble, a stark contrast to his earlier arrogance and pride.However, Steven seemed not to care, his eyes sweeping the control room in a glan
However, Steven seemed uninterested, his eyes sweeping the control room before he spoke, a little annoyed.“Your Highness Red, such a trivial matter, and you call me here? If you feel overly bored, I can help you with some training time. Within the next twenty-four hours, I assure you that the time spent will not be wasted at all!”Hearing this, Red's eyes showed a hint of fear.Although the man was just a human, his strength was not particularly great. However, Steven's status in the kingdom was very special. He was a scholar, and his creativity was terrifying.Hundreds of years ago, when the kingdom of Autuman was just a small tribe on the planet Namec, their king, then a young man, luckily rescued a human, and this human was the middle-aged man before him, Steven.Harnessing the terrifying breadth of Steven's intellect, in less than a decade, Autuman evolved from a minor tribe, nestled in the wilderness of planet Namec, into a mighty empire. They conquered the entirety of Namec, an
Boom!Boom!Boom!Blood painted the sky, and countless pieces of metal debris littered the ground.A smirk formed on Benjamin's lips. He hadn't expected that after such a long slumber, its power had grown so immense.However, the sight of the scattered armor shards pained him.Such high-quality armor pieces, capable of enhancing a warrior's strength and providing incredible defense, were now in ruins. For someone of Benjamin's caliber, these armors might not pose much challenge, but if equipped by his soldiers, they would have been invaluable assets, exponentially amplifying their combat prowess.Although he felt a twinge of regret, Benjamin didn't blame Alan. Instead, he commended him."Alan, you did splendidly!""Chirp, chirp!"As Benjamin's praise graced his ears, a rush of exhilaration surged through Alan. In mere moments, his form swiftly contracted, taking on the delicate guise of a sparrow, which alighted on Benjamin's shoulder, its chirps melodious and relentless.Witnessing s
"Ha ha ha, I was merely jesting with you." he laughed with ease, his eyes dancing mischievously: "No need to take it so seriously. Anyway, feel free to examine it. It's now mine, and even if you wish, you cannot claim it."With a boisterous laugh, Benjamin, brimming with amusement, effortlessly tossed a ring towards her.Catching a glimpse of his action, a pang of surprise coursed through Fidelma. Still, she reached out, catching the item.Holding the ornate ring in her hand, she felt a strange force emanating from within. The intricate designs adorning it suggested an ancient aura. Fidelma could confidently deduce that this was a space treasure. Its grade was undoubtedly high, surpassing any artifact she had previously encountered in the annals or in the treasury of the Moonlight Religious Sect."Done examining?" His voice hinted at impatience: "If so, kindly return it."Watching Fidelma cradle the ring, almost reluctant to release it, a twitch of amusement played on Benjamin's lips.
Now, even though its headpiece had been severed, it was still far more complete than the other armors.Without hesitation, he approached, with a mere thought, his storage ring's light flared. The entire armor, along with the leader's corpse, was drawn into it.He then surveyed the surroundings once more, detecting no anomalies. Benjamin then proceeded towards Dermot's wooden house atop the hill."Boss, you're not hurt, are you?" asked Azaria, eyeing Benjamin's bloodstained appearance with a hint of concern.Benjamin glanced at him and shook his head."I'm fine; go rest. Tonight, there may be more to do. I'll handle it myself." he said, continuing straight to Dermot's bedroom.Upon seeing Benjamin's bloodied state, Irina suddenly rushed over, her face filled with alarm. She hastily grabbed his hand, her expression fraught with concern."You...you're alright?" she stammered.Seeing her worry, Benjamin merely shook his head without verbally responding. Meanwhile, Dermot emerged from the
Although puzzled, Benjamin refrained from questioning her outright. Instead, his gaze swept the room. Aside from scattered clothing and discarded food on the floor, nothing seemed amiss. It was logical. After all, someone fleeing in a hurry wouldn't leave traces behind."Where did the woman who was in your room go?" he inquired, his sudden question startling Irina, making her let out a soft gasp.At her reaction, Benjamin's eyebrows furrowed, his gaze growing wary: "What did you ask?" she stammered, fear evident in her voice.Reiterating his query but with more firmness, he watched as Irina visibly shrank back, finally murmuring: "She...she said she had something to do and left. Can...can you not look at me like that? I'm truly scared."Tears welled up in her eyes as she spoke, every word dripping with fear. Benjamin felt a pang of confusion but, before he could react, she threw herself at him, gripping him tightly: "Please don't go. I'm truly terrified. This place... I can't bear to