It has been three days since the "Abyss Body" was annihilated.
In a desolate pit.
A peculiar dragon-shaped metal, over thirty meters long with a silvery-white surface dotted with starlight, lay quietly in the deep crater.
Whether day or night, this special metallic object, when illuminated by sunlight or moonlight, emitted a faint starlight, like a fallen star.
The commotion caused by the battle three days ago was immense.
Even though Tang Zheng and the members of the "Abyss Body" had specifically chosen a desolate location, the spectacle created by their battle was astonishing.
Especially the high-tier Origin Magic "Black Light Violent Moon" released by the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord's clone, which covered several kilometers, forcibly transforming an area into night.
This peculiar phenomenon could be observed even from a great distance during the daytime.
"It's amazing!"
"What kind of metal is this?"
"It's somewhat similar to Mithril, but this is clearly not."
"The starlight embellishments are so beautiful!"
"Mana conduction is exceptionally easy, with no apparent loss. If only we could craft Magic Items with this metal..."
Various peculiar races, dressed like spellcasters or craftsmen, were gathered around the Golem, constantly tapping and analyzing it with excited sounds.
This was a precious metal that surpassed the knowledge of everyone present!
In addition to the dozen or so people gathered around the Golem, at the edge of the pit further out.
Soldiers riding Magic Wolves, over 2 meters tall and clad in lightweight Soft Armor, were stationed on the periphery of the area, vigilantly guarding it.
This was clearly a well-trained and powerful elite army, numbering 500 soldiers.
A fully armored soldier, riding a Magic Wolf, galloped from a distance, kicking up a trail of dust.
"General, we've scouted the surroundings. There are no traces of battle."
The Demi-human soldier quickly dismounted from his Magic Wolf and approached a strong figure, reporting the results of his investigation.
"I see,"
The General, who was not wearing a helmet, turned his head, revealing a werewolf's face, and spoke with a commanding voice.
This was a Demi-human race called the "Rift-Tooth Clan." While they resembled werewolves in appearance, they were an entirely different species.
If one observed closely, they would notice that the shape of their mouths was not the typical upper and lower opening of normal races.
Instead, it was an "X" shape, with their jawbones splitting horizontally into four lobes, possessing an astonishing biting force capable of easily crushing hard granite.
"Could it have really fallen from the sky?"
The Rift-Tooth Clan General looked up at the sky, his brows deeply furrowed.
Indeed, there were no traces of battle around, only a deep crater caused by a fall from high altitude, at least according to the findings.
In fact, this was precisely the case.
As soon as the Golem clone arrived in the area, it was ambushed from behind by Tang Zheng, who used the anti-magic "Elemental Collapse Word" to eliminate it.
Therefore, in this area, there were no residual traces of intense combat.
An excited, hoarse voice came from the bottom of the pit: "General Gerra, General Gerra..."
A Demi-human with a beard on his chin was struggling to climb up from the pit.
Fortunately, a ladder made of ropes had already been constructed. Otherwise, falling into the ten-meter-deep pit could easily result in injury or even death.
Upon seeing him, General Gerra hurried forward and carefully pulled him up.
"Craftsman Rav, Your Excellency," General Gerra respectfully addressed him.
This was one of the nation's top craftsmen, and half of their elite troops' weapons were forged by him and his disciples.
"Gather people quickly and take this massive metal back!" Craftsman Rav said excitedly, not minding the dirt on his face and clothes.
"But..."
General Gerra's four-lobed mouth revealed a hint of hesitation on his stern face.
Even someone like him, who didn't know much about metal ores, could tell at a glance the preciousness of this giant piece of metal.
But the shape of this metal was exactly the same as the legendary dragon form recorded in his family's archives.
General Gerra harbored a deep worry: would taking this metal back to the country invite unknown dangers or even disaster?
"It's just similar in appearance."
Craftsman Rav seemed to understand General Gerra's concern and let out a hearty laugh, pointing to the pit below:
"Besides, it doesn't even have a head. Look at the posture of this metal, doesn't it look like a dead fish belly-up in the river, hahaha~"
General Gerra felt quite troubled.
It wasn't just a similar appearance; apart from the missing head, it was lifelike.
"Roar!"
"Ah!!"
"Achi, what's wrong!"
"...! "
Suddenly, the Magic Wolves of the elite troops stationed around them let out terrified roars in confusion.
Before the Rift-Tooth Clan soldiers present could react.
In almost an instant!
All these long-trained Magic Wolves collapsed to the ground, panting heavily, their bestial pupils radiating unconcealable fear.
"What's happening...!"
General Gerra's expression changed drastically. He immediately gripped the sword-like Magic Item in his hand and shouted warily, trying to ask what had happened.
Before he could finish speaking!
His entire body stiffened in place, beyond his control.
Thump—Thump—
One by one, the Rift-Tooth Clan elites, with their eyes wide open in General Gerra's vision, like fallen grass, all lost their lives and toppled to the ground, along with the Magic Wolves.
Craftsman Rav, Your Excellency, with a smile still on his face, fell straight down!
What...
What in the world was going on?
General Gerra's weapon-wielding arm trembled uncontrollably, and an indescribable terror caused cold sweat to stream down his body.
It was only then that he noticed a huge shadow had enveloped the area.
The enemy was in the sky!
"Body, move."
"I am... a Hero..."
General Gerra cried out in his heart in terror. As the most respected Hero by all, he had never, at this moment, felt such a deep-seated dread.
Even if he died.
At least, at least he wanted to know who the enemy was...
"Indomitable Will!"
Fueled by a power stimulated by the aura of death, General Gerra regained control of his body. He struggled to move his head, trying to look upwards.
Bang—
As General Gerra lifted his chin slightly, his body, like an overloaded machine, completely gave out and exploded into a mist of blood!
Hundreds of meters in the sky.
The Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord's amber vertical pupils gazed coldly at the pit below without any emotion.
As for the inferior insects crushed by its Dragon Might, they were not worthy of even a single glance.
Looking at the completely stripped scales on the Golem clone.
"You have angered me... junior!"
The Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord exhaled a stream of black air from its nostrils, muttering to itself like burning rage, but a flicker of seriousness crossed its eyes.
The opponent had not taken the Golem clone.
It was likely because they guessed there was a mark left by it, which restrained their racial greed.
Out of caution, it had waited for three days to observe, before concluding that the "junior" had likely left completely.
Now!
The Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord had completely ruled out the possibility of it being Preya or Nphisi.
If it were truly "Dragon Emperor's Filth," with sufficient preparation and arrangements, it would not have ended so abruptly as it did now.
Escaped?
This indicated that the "junior's" strength was limited.
"This level of destructive power should be the opponent's trump card, a type that cannot be used in a short period."
Even from the sky, the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord's astonishing vision could clearly observe the missing head of the Golem clone in the pit.
This was one of the contingency plans it had spent over a hundred years setting up, and it was destroyed in such a situation!
The indescribable heartache.
Caused the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord to involuntarily spread its dragon wings, its black, firm membranes vibrating slightly in the air like taut drum skins.
Hum—Hum—
Visible shockwaves rolled out from the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord, directly shattering the clouds at higher altitudes.
"You think—you can escape!"
The Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord let out a low roar. It had already formed a clear judgment of this junior's strength and abilities.
It hadn't expected a dragon to master the "filth power" to such a degree, and even possess a trump card with extremely high destructive power.
This was enough for the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord to treat it seriously, but it was merely "treating it seriously."
The flame technique with astonishing destructive power had a very poor compatibility with it, but with the information transmitted from the Golem clone, the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord was confident it could dodge.
It touched its abdomen with its thick dragon claws, and the precious Magic Item called the "Three-Legged Crow's Guidance Spool" reappeared in its palm.
"Activate!"
The Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord intended to act personally this time, deciding whether to kill or enslave based on its mood and the opponent's value.
The remaining two threads on the spool snapped once more, connecting to the void and disappearing.
After a long while.
The Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord found that it was still unable to locate the opponent's position until the effect of the Magic Item completely disappeared.
"Hoo... hoo..."
Hasty breaths sounded, filled with intense anger and an indescribable emotion.
"I remember you!" a chilling voice echoed across the sky.
—Hills, Deep Within.
Two days ago.
Tang Zheng had already returned to the Abelion Hills, accompanied by Iville Ai.
After using the "Flesh Armament" ability to devour the dragon scales that the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord had covered the Golem clone with using special technology, Tang Zheng quickly retreated from the battlefield. Although he hadn't gained the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord's complete trust by using his dragon identity, he had planted a seed of "dragon annihilation" in its heart.
As long as the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord wasn't stupid, it would investigate, especially the key clues it mentioned: "Innate Ability" and "Human."
Tang Zheng was unsure if there was a connection between the True Dragon Lords, but as long as the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord investigated, its gaze would likely fall upon the northwestern corner of this continent.
"A bit risky."
"But there are still about two years until the Undead King descends, so this risk is worth it."
Tang Zheng held a stem of grass resembling foxtail in his mouth, a thoughtful expression on his face as he sat lazily in the depths of this lush valley:
"The Platinum Dragon Lord has territory here, and the Dragon Queen, a descendant of the Seven-Colored Dragon Lord, might not be without some arrangement from this True Dragon Lord."
"If the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord, one of the 'Six Dragon Alliance,' is also drawn here, tsk tsk, the situation will become quite interesting."
Of course, this also entailed higher risks.
Humans might face an irresistible crisis.
However, Tang Zheng knew that the Platinum Dragon Lord's faction and the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord's faction were in a state of mutual disagreement and opposition.
If the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord were to descend, the presence of the Platinum Dragon Lord would be enough to contain it.
"Iville Ai is currently in 'E-Rantel.' With her joining, the situation in the Tove Great Forest should be completely resolved."
Tang Zheng's eyes flickered as he thought, pondering slightly.
He had not revealed his human identity. After returning from the "Imperia Kingdom," Tang Zheng had parted ways with Iville Ai in "E-Rantel."
The "Blue Rose" was currently stationed in this fortress city.
"The two-month journey has passed so quickly."
Tang Zheng sighed, and with a thought, he brought up his Attribute Panel.
In terms of gains!
This was the most substantial harvest Tang Zheng had experienced since his transmigration.
Not only did he obtain two Special Classes, but also Origin Magic, high-level Tier Magic, the inheritance of the "Abyss Body," and more.
Especially the inheritance of the "Abyss Body."
Tang Zheng even needed to set aside dedicated time to sort and study it.
...
[Ability Table]
Innate Ability: [Player]
Comprehensive Level: 74Lv
[Experience Bar: 998w/1118w]
...
The remaining over 30 million experience could only raise his level by 3. At this point, the experience required for each level-up had exceeded tens of millions.
Tang Zheng looked at the experience requirement in the "Experience Bar" and couldn't help but sigh. Fortunately, he had a method to gain experience by absorbing Neutral Angels.
Otherwise, with the tens of millions of experience required at this level, even if he entered massacre mode, he wouldn't be able to satisfy it easily.
Moreover, gaining experience through killing also had the issue of experience decay.
Skill: Rune · Flesh Armament
Level: Legendary-grade (71~80)
Durability: 1088
Physical Defense: 455 + 585 (1040/1040)
Magic Defense: 633 + 407 (1040/1040)
Skills:
—Shadow Assault (5/day)
—Ice Attribute Resistance (20%)
—Scorching Sonic Wave (5/day)
—Dark Attribute Resistance (20%)
—Darkness Silent Wings: Upon activation, allows the body to completely merge with darkness, entering an imperceptible state, maintainable for a considerable duration. (5/day)
—"Empty"
—"Empty"
Effect: Bountiful Blessing
Description: An unexpected product of strengthening through "Rune Technology" and "Degraded Flesh Armament."
It truly lived up to being the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord's dragon scales.
"Flesh Armament" had already reached the "Legendary-grade" Magic Item level with Tang Zheng's own level. To upgrade it further, the required bone-type energy had reached a considerable level. Absorbing the remaining remains of the Sun Angler only replenished a small amount.
And these dragon scales had actually raised the level of Flesh Armament to its maximum.
"Darkness Silent Wings." Tang Zheng muttered, a bead of cold sweat appearing on his forehead.
This skill was not complicated.
Its effect was surprisingly astonishing, somewhat similar to "Ninjutsu: Shadow Lurk," but with stronger and broader capabilities, allowing complete concealment within darkness and shadows.
Tang Zheng analyzed through this skill that the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord was likely in the vicinity of the battlefield at that time.
Fortunately, he hadn't truly intended to fight the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord. The moment he obtained the skill, he had disengaged from the battlefield.
"This ability can clearly be combined with the high-tier Origin Magic 'Black Light Violent Moon' for simultaneous activation."
Tang Zheng thought of the Origin Magic that could turn the environment into darkness and immediately connected it with this ability.
Even during the day, the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord could create a battlefield advantageous to itself by using Origin Magic.
"The information obtained from the Golem clone cannot be fully used to deal with the actual Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord," Tang Zheng knew that he had gained a lot of information this time.
However, overall, his encounter with the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord had clearly put him in a more passive position.
"Pfft."
Tang Zheng spat out the grass stem from his mouth. "Next, I can shift more of my focus to making arrangements."
Currently, his level cap was 80. Until he reached the maximum level, he didn't need to worry about class issues for the time being.
"Today is the 20th, the day the Slane Theocracy and the Holy Kingdom trade 'Integration Potions' again."
Tang Zheng suddenly turned his head, his gaze directed towards a certain direction, as if piercing through layers of leaves and environmental obstructions:
"This is..."
Strange Ancient Castle.
In the European-style modified Great Hall on the first floor.
Remedios and three elite members of the Paladin Order sat around a spacious round table, with steaming black tea placed before them.
The three Paladin Order members sat upright, showing no intention of savoring the black tea, their gazes filled with vigilance as they observed the Demi-humans opposite them with subtle glances.
"The quality is good, but the technique is rather ordinary."
Remedios's fluffy brown short hair swayed slightly as she shook her head. She put down the black tea in her hand with noble etiquette and commented:
"As a national-level reception, it makes one feel underestimated."
"Please forgive me."
The Emerald Witch bowed her head slightly. "In this regard, one needs specialized study."
"The castle has also been renovated. The previous vulgar and disgusting style is finally gone."
"It has indeed been redecorated. The aesthetic tastes of the Demi-human races in the hilly regions vary, but these are not things to be concerned about."
"Currently, the entire hilly region is controlled by 'Free Will.' Our Captain, as a human, leans towards the kingdom's style in decoration."
The Emerald Witch patiently explained with a smile, while subtly emphasizing her dominant position in the hilly region.
Unfortunately!
Remedios was not Quartet, so she didn't understand the hidden meaning. The corner of her brown eyes kept glancing towards the stairs or the entrance.
"Lady Remedios, are you looking for someone from the Slane Theocracy?" The Emerald Witch noticed her subtle movements and a smile appeared at the corner of her mouth.
"Uh, yes, people from the Slane Theocracy really have no concept of punctuality."
"As if," the Emerald Witch thought to herself.
This simple-minded woman wanted to find her master. According to human romantic notions, she likely had feelings for her master.
This fool who thought she had some strength was nowhere near worthy of her master, perhaps like the difference between a "slave and a prince."
She was even qualified to lick her master's feet.
The Emerald Witch smiled, but inwardly, she harbored contemptuous mockery.
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