Chapter 132: The War Begins!

Beacon Fortress!

The Serpent King stood high above, gazing down upon the entire fortress.

Then, his eyes settled on a colossal figure in the distance.

The giant beast lowered its gaze!

The aura of Bloodmane flickered faintly, subtly confronting him.

“Heh!”

A cold smile curved the Serpent King’s lips.

Bloodmane was at the pinnacle of the Divine Generals, while he himself was only an upper-tier Divine General of the seventh rank.

The gap between them was enormous, yet he already possessed means to counter the other.

Just like last time, when he managed to wound him.

Today, he officially took command of Beacon Fortress, becoming its supreme commander.

Xiang Tian had been reassigned to another fortress, tasked with holding that position.

Now, he was about to depart.

“Have you informed the boy?” Xiang Tian’s voice came from beside him.

He stood calmly next to the Serpent King, looking at the fortress with a hint of melancholy.

He had been stationed here for decades—was it finally time to leave?

He didn’t wish to go but had no choice.

Inside the fortress, personnel from the Northwestern Military Academy were growing in number, and the Serpent King’s influence over Beacon Fortress was expanding.

Military orders were ironclad!

Though Beacon Fortress remained under his control, it now felt more like a volcano on the verge of eruption.

To prevent potential issues, the higher-ups ordered him to leave, handing the fortress over to the Serpent King.

Despite this, there was no conflict between him and the Serpent King—everything had changed because of one young man.

Fang Qingyun!

That child’s talent was extraordinary—already capable of serving as a Divine General.

The Serpent King promised that once the Origin Battle concluded, he would immediately send Fang Qingyun to Xiang Tian to fight alongside him for a while.

Xiang Tian agreed.

His departure was inevitable. Given that, it was better to maximize gains.

With Fang Qingyun’s astonishing sniping skills, combined with a Divine General and Marshal like himself, the results would be remarkable.

Xiang Tian was confident he could stabilize the fortress quickly, earning favor from above.

In this regard, his benefits after leaving would be even greater.

“No.”

“What? No?” Xiang Tian’s tone rose.

“Yes,” the Serpent King replied calmly. “What’s there to say? When it happens, he’ll naturally know. As for intelligence, it’s already half public—or catch someone and interrogate them; then everything will be clear.”

“You…” Xiang Tian was speechless. “Won’t the boy be angry?”

“He’s just a kid. If he’s sulking now, a little coaxing when he returns will fix it,” the Serpent King said evenly.

“I really admire you!” Xiang Tian shook his head. “No matter how you look at it, that boy is exceptional. You must take good care of him. After you and I are gone, the future of mankind depends on these youngsters.”

“Hmm!”

The Serpent King grunted indifferently. “You know everything—I wouldn’t be unaware.”

“That’s good… What do you mean by that?” Xiang Tian had just responded when he realized, glaring angrily at the Serpent King.

He had only just broken through a few days ago and already dared to be so arrogant?

“Wahhh!”

At that moment, a piercing blast of horn sounded.

“It’s starting!”

Xiang Tian whispered, his eyes complex.

The great war among the three races was about to begin!

If one had eyes to look down from the sky, they would see two lines advancing toward the Storm Continent.

Those were the human and demon forces.

As for the妖族, their troops had already entered the Storm Continent long ago.

Besides the elites, a large number of soldiers accompanied these young champions to assist in encircling the human and demon masters.

Of course, the soldiers were not many because the border fortresses of the demon and human races had simultaneously launched offensives against the妖族.

After several rounds, the妖族 were forced to send reinforcements.

Even so, the妖族 sensed something was amiss.

After the妖族 had summoned their main forces, the humans and demons still kept increasing their troops.

With the current numbers, they could push into妖族 territory.

“What are they doing?”

Several妖族 heroes were furious. “Could it be that the humans and demons plan to strike the妖族 now?”

Their questions went unanswered.

They only saw the humans and demons amassing forces.

If so, forget about encircling the human and demon masters on the Storm Continent; the妖族’s own elites would have to be mobilized.

Above the Storm Continent, the Spider King opened his eyes, sharply watching Mourinho and Xuanji.

“What are the humans and demons up to?”

“What do you mean?” Xuanji replied nonchalantly.

“Don’t play dumb!” the Spider King shouted. “Do the humans and demons want to ignite a full-scale war?”

“Heh!” Xuanji smiled faintly. “Spider King, our task is to set up the barrier. As for other matters, it’s best to stay out of them.”

“Setting up the barrier?”

The Spider King sneered. “If you want a full-scale war, then the妖族 will join in. But you must consider those of your kind who have entered the Storm Continent. If it really comes to blows, who will care about them?”

Mourinho opened his eyes, coldly staring at the Spider King. “You’d better watch your words. I warn you: anyone who harms my people will be killed!”

The Spider King laughed coldly. “No need to threaten me. The妖族 fears no one. If you want to try, go ahead!”

“Enough!”

The Earth Dragon spoke slowly. “Do as you will. But don’t interfere with my pursuit of the Origin, or else—hmpf!”

The three kings sneered, saying no more.

As the Spider King said, if it really erupted, who would fear whom?

Though the Earth Dragon spoke arrogantly, if he angered those present, he would still have to run.

The combined forces of the three races could easily kill him three times over.

…

Fang Qingyun was awakened.

“What’s going on?”

He stared wide-eyed into the distance.

He sensed powerful auras rapidly approaching.

“Seems like war has broken out!”

“But…”

“I have no idea what happened!”

Fang Qingyun was utterly helpless.

That brat, the Serpent King, said nothing.

He sensed hundreds of powerful auras, all at general rank.

Hundreds of generals!

Was this the start of total war?

Moreover, this was definitely the main front!

“What to do?”

Fang Qingyun hesitated.

“Forget it, hide first. Capture someone and find out what’s really going on!”

He quickly made up his mind.

A massive spiritual force cloaked him completely, perfectly concealing his aura. Unless a Divine General, no one could detect him.

He could silently observe the battle!

The妖族 appeared first before Fang Qingyun: many strong warriors and several elite corps.

But those corps were soon redeployed elsewhere, leaving only individual elites here.

Next came the human warriors.

All were elites!

At least general rank, numbering over three hundred.

Fang Qingyun’s eyes nearly popped out.

What was going on?

What shocked him most was that most of these were young elites.

Had they emptied the younger generation of generals?

Frankly, if these people were lost, humanity was doomed—at least a century of defense, possibly losing territory.

No, maybe only one piece could be saved—that would be fortunate.

“What’s going on?” Fang Qingyun murmured.

“Hm?”

Suddenly!

One of the passing human elites looked toward Fang Qingyun’s direction.

He hurriedly suppressed his aura to the utmost.

“What’s wrong?”

Someone near the human elite asked.

“Go check over there!”

The man pointed toward Fang Qingyun.

“Yes!”

Someone immediately ran over.

But he was just an ordinary general. With Fang Qingyun’s current strength, he could ignore him easily.

Moreover…

Fang Qingyun extended his spiritual influence, subtly clouding the man’s mind so he unconsciously overlooked much.

After a search, the man returned to report nothing found.

“Move out!”

The human elite waved his hand, and the group resumed their march.

“Interesting!”

Fang Qingyun watched the man closely, smiling softly.

Though human, Fang Qingyun didn’t know him. With so many humans mobilized, who knew their true intentions?

Better to avoid encounters.

…

“Brother, what’s wrong?”

After some walking, the group halted.

The leader stared back toward their path, expression grave.

“There was someone there, a strong warrior!”

“No way?” someone nearby was stunned. “Old Seven already checked.”

“He avoided Old Seven’s scan!” the leader sneered. “This Origin Battle is really something else—completely incomparable to past battles!”

“Brother, I don’t understand,” another asked. “If you sensed something off, why not act and capture him?”

“The other party meant no harm. Might even be a human elite!” the leader explained. “Besides, Old Seven searched and still couldn’t find him. Definitely not weak. At this critical time, no need to stir trouble.”

“I see!”

“Listen up!” The leader fixed his gaze on those beside him, voice stern. “I don’t care what your past is. Now listen carefully: this matter is crucial and fraught with danger. Don’t cause any trouble. Set aside all personal grudges. Understand?”

“Yes, brother!”

They all responded.

“Move!”

The leader commanded sharply, and the group set off again.

This time, the humans deployed a large force, moving in groups of several.

Of course, some were confident enough to act alone.

Several hundred generals, mostly from the new generation, with some veterans among them.

The battlefield was a one-percent section of the Storm Continent, where the four kings had set up barriers.

This number was calculated carefully by the four kings.

Of course, the Origin was not in this area.

In fact, the Origin was scattered across one-third of the Storm Continent.

The kings didn’t want the battlefield so vast.

The Spider King was the most vehement opponent, fearing the damage to the Storm Continent if the three races fought over such a large area.

So, the kings designated the area with the highest Origin concentration as the battleground.

The other areas of Origin were secretly contested among the three kings, each gaining some.

As expected, the Earth Dragon claimed the largest share.

As the strongest, he took at least half.

The rest was split between demons and humans.

The Spider King, however, was subtly targeted by humans and demons and received only a small portion—so little that he erupted in anger.

“What are you yelling about?”

Xuanji sneered. “Back then, when an Origin fragment was born on our continent, how much did the humans suffer? Need me to say it again? Spider King, don’t cause trouble, or I’ll take your life today!”

“Take my life? Try it!”

“Try it if you dare!”

Recalling the past Origin conflict, Xuanji was furious.

At the Spider King’s provocation, he launched an attack, engaging in fierce combat.

“Damn it, Xuanji, you’re crazy!”

The Spider King was stunned.

He never imagined that the usually calm and development-focused human king could be so explosive.

They had known each other for over a hundred years—was he really this hot-tempered?

Not only him; the Earth Dragon and Mourinho’s brows twitched wildly.

Really?

Looking at Xuanji, it was a fight to the death.

As kings, so easily enraged?

…

At this moment, Fang Qingyun had found his target.

A demon elite!

At the peak of general rank!

Acting alone!

From his single horn and eyes, it was clear this demon held a high noble status.

This was the best choice!

Fang Qingyun held his breath, drew his sniper rifle, and took aim.

A spiritual bullet slowly formed in the chamber.

The demons were the darlings of the Azure Moon world.

They dominated two of the richest resource continents with absolute superiority over humans and妖族.

Though妖族 had more high-end warriors, the demons’ combat strength was undoubtedly stronger.

Among the top-tier fighters, the demons also had more kings.

Though this was only a peak general, Fang Qingyun had no doubt this one could fight a Divine General.

Of course, Fang Qingyun was no longer the same as before.

Now, his combat power was even fiercer than when he fought the Serpent King.

“Bang!”

The bullet shot out, tracing an arc through the air toward the demon.

The demon showed no fear, only a smug smile.

“Found you!”

Swish!

A shadow appeared behind him.

A mysterious force struck the bullet heavily.

“Bang!”

The bullet shattered.

The demon charged at Fang Qingyun at incredible speed.

“Bang!”

At that moment, Fang Qingyun fired again.

“What?”

The demon was startled.

Rapid fire?

This was no ordinary marksman’s skill.

“Hah!”

He shouted fiercely.

The shadow reappeared, the mysterious force surged to intercept the bullet.

But this time, something unexpected happened.

“Bang!”

After colliding with the mysterious force, the bullet froze briefly, then continued toward the demon.

If one looked closely, the bullet was covered in cracks.

“How is this possible?!”

The demon startled again, shouting angrily.

At this moment, the shadow behind him grew more transparent than before.

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