Chapter 584
The development period ends, the turbulent period begins!
Chapter 584 The development period ends, the turbulent period begins! (5000)
A flash of inspiration struck Cao Xing, as if he had just thought of something.
He asked, “Your Majesty, if, I mean if, I can hold off the Watchers leader?”
"Can we concentrate all our forces, launch a decisive battle, and wipe out all the legends on the Watchers' side?"
When the old king heard Cao Xing say he wanted to wipe out all the legendary figures, he was slightly taken aback.
After all, legends aren't like cabbages lying on the roadside.
How could he make it sound as simple as wiping out a few masters?
"Lord Cao Xing, you really are crazy!"
"However... if you really possess the power to contend with a demigod, I can also go crazy with you!"
"Then let's start the final battle! Before the Blood Legion descends, let's fight the Watchers to the death!"
For the old king, his days are numbered.
Since things have come to this, let's give it our all!
At worst, it's just an old life!
Cao Xing solemnly said, "Alright, Your Majesty, give me two days, and I will find a way to deal with the demigod."
"If it succeeds, I'll contact you, and then we'll move on to the next step of the plan."
He did not tell the king how he was fighting against the demigod, and the old king did not ask any further questions.
"Alright, then I'll stay in the palace and await your message!"
"If I can take a few legends with me before I die, I will have no regrets."
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After hanging up the call, a thoughtful look appeared in Cao Xing's eyes.
"It seems we need to go find the next one..."
"But there's no rush. Let's set off after it gets light today."
Then, Cao Xing opened the [Gold Points Shop] and exchanged the remaining Gold Points for a set of semi-epic equipment.
They are the [Lan Yao Heavy Armor Set (Orange)], a four-piece set.
And the two-piece set of [Ice Mark Beast Shadow Set (Orange)].
Both of these epic sets are only level 50.
"It doesn't matter if my level is low, because I have a group of Crystal People who produce crystals for me every day, and these crystals can be used to upgrade the level and attributes of my equipment."
"Now we just need to wait for Harold to accumulate some proficiency before he can try to become a legendary blacksmith."
"Then we can start embedding crystals on a large scale."
Thinking about this, Cao Xing couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.
Then, the exchanged equipment was given to Bojie Sunstrider and Sarah Blade Dancer respectively.
After doing all this, Cao Xing returned to the lord's castle and slept for two hours.
The sun rose over the horizon at six o'clock in the morning.
The system notification appeared on time.
[Attention all survivors! The development phase has officially ended, and a period of turmoil is about to begin!]
During this period of turmoil, you will face even greater challenges, and the frequency of natural disasters will gradually increase.
The new expansion will launch in 6 days at 18:00. Please be prepared.
The Monster Siege and Enhanced Ice Nest events have officially ended.
The Gold Points Shop is now closed...
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[The following are two updates.]
[Update 1: Map boundary restrictions have been removed. All survivors can now freely explore other regions.]
(Note: Map opening does not mean server merging; survivors from different regions still cannot trade.)
[Update 2: The Dragon Shop now offers 'Expert-grade Heart of Power' for exchange.]
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When the notification ended, the chat channel was once again thrown into an uproar!
The last two updates, in particular, sparked a lot of discussion among survivors.
"The map restrictions have been removed? Doesn't that mean we can now explore other continents or countries?"
"You're dreaming! You haven't even figured out your own region yet, and you're already talking about exploring other continents!"
"To be honest, brothers, about two weeks ago I found an ancient teleportation array that seems to lead to the Northern Continent. That's a continent that none of us survivors have ever set foot on; there must be countless treasures waiting for me to discover. I'm going for it, brothers! Don't be envious, hahaha!"
At this moment, a chorus of envious voices filled the chat channel, seemingly surprised that this guy was so lucky to have mastered a passage to other continents.
At this moment, a survivor named Huang Yuan said, "The Northern Continent... this place seems a bit familiar. I heard from an indigenous person that the continent was destroyed by an ancient dragon, and it is full of monsters, making it impossible to survive."
Hearing this, the others were also taken aback.
"Holy crap... then this brother..."
At the same time, everyone saw the survivor's image dim.
This also means that he has already passed away...
The chat channel was silent for a moment.
"Is the Northern Continent really that dangerous? This guy died in less than a second after he arrived there!"
"Yeah, that's outrageous. Let's just stay in the Western Continent and slowly improve our strength."
"This second update seems pretty good. It allows you to exchange for Expert-level Hearts of Power. Does this mean that the era of everyone reaching Tier 5 is about to arrive?"
The crowd quickly put the death of the survivor out of their minds and began to focus on the second update.
"Hahaha! Several of my subjects, and myself, have been stuck at level 40 for a long time, but finally there's hope for a breakthrough!"
"Don't get too excited yet. An expert-level Heart of Power requires 200,000 Ice Dragon Marks. Let's check our resources first!"
"Holy crap, is it that expensive? My entire fortune is only enough to buy one!"
After a 45-day development period, most survivors now have a considerable amount of Ice Dragon Mark resources.
While the price of 20 is somewhat outrageous, it is also reasonable.
After all, a high-level Heart of Power requires 5 Ice Dragon Marks.
A look of surprise appeared in Cao Xing's eyes.
"Two hundred thousand per piece? That's quite cheap."
"Breaking through from the fourth to the fifth tier will result in an additional increase in health points, which is quite a significant leap, so it's normal for the price to be a bit higher."
"Perfect timing, there is indeed a small group of combat personnel in my territory who are still at the fourth rank."
"For example, the elves who have just been recruited into the territory, etc."
So, Cao Xing first opened the Dragon Shop.
[Would you like to spend 4000 million Ice Dragon Marks to exchange for 200 Expert-Grade Hearts of Power?]
"Yes."
[Exchange successful, Ice Dragon Marks -4000 million...]
In an instant, the number of Hearts of Power in my backpack increased by another 200.
After doing all this, Cao Xing and Liu Muxue got up from the lord's castle and went outside the territory.
at the same time.
The Wandering Swordsman Legion and the Griffin Knight Legion also returned from Yao Yiming's and Ji Xinyue's territories, respectively.
Captain Fordragon, the Griffin Knight, and the wandering swordsman Zoffy approached him and each took something out of their backpacks.
"My lord, these are the things that the two lords from another world asked us to bring to you."
"it is good."
Cao Xing reached out and took it.
[Obtained: Vitia's Undead Flute (Orange)]
[Obtained: Raging Wave Axe (Orange)]
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After receiving the item, a smile appeared on Cao Xing's face.
The most important of these is, of course, the Flute of the Dead, which will be of great help to his next move!
I put it into my backpack.
Then he gave the [Raging Wave Axe] to Bojie.
He is currently using a level 50 epic battle axe – Twilight.
This battle axe will allow Bojie to further enhance his strength.
In addition, there's the newly acquired epic set.
Bojie's current attributes are almost on par with those of a Dominator-level creature!
"Thank you, Lord!" the Dragonblood Warrior commander said respectfully.
Cao Xing waved his hand and continued, "Now, all combat personnel who are still at the fourth rank, step forward."
In an instant, more than a hundred elves, along with dozens of scattered combatants, stepped forward.
Just as Cao Xing had predicted, the entire territory only had about 200 fourth-tier combat personnel.
He distributed all the Hearts of Power from his backpack.
A series of system notifications sounded.
At this point, there were no more combatants below the fifth rank in Cao Xing's territory.
It's important to understand that for other lords, a fifth-tier expert is already a key member of their territory. But on Cao Xing's side, a fifth-tier expert is merely at the bottom.
After distributing the Hearts of Power, Cao Xing looked at Liu Muxue beside him and said...
"Mu Xue, I have to go out to take care of some things now, and I may not be back for the next couple of days."
"But don't worry, I'll keep in touch with you."
He didn't tell Liu Muxue what he was going out to do, and the woman didn't ask any further questions.
Instead, he said with concern, "Okay, Ah Xing... be careful."
"it is good."
After a brief farewell, he flapped his wings and disappeared from the spot.
No one knows where he went or what he did.
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at the same time.
Adjacent to the territory of the Ice Crystal Kingdom lies an ancient kingdom with numerous towering cities and a large population.
This is the Kingdom of Velen.
In the southwest of the Kingdom of Velen, on a vast ice plain, stands a massive city whose size rivals that of the main city of Everfrost!
This is the main city of the Kingdom of Velen – the main city of Sel!
In the heart of the giant city, there also stands a magnificent palace.
Prior to this, those who could enter and leave the palace were all high-ranking officials or military personnel in important positions.
For the common people of the main city of Ser, the kingdom is a sacred place, holy and inviolable.
However, things have changed today.
The once heavily guarded kingdom, teeming with powerful warriors, is now filled with a sense of oppression and tension.
In that vast central square, a large group of figures were kneeling.
Those nobles who once held power, dressed in magnificent clothes and wearing crowns that symbolized their status, wielded immense influence throughout the kingdom.
Now, however, they are all bound by huge iron chains, kneeling in a sorry state in the square.
Among them were once-valiant kingdom generals and merchants who controlled various economic lifelines, all kneeling on the ground.
At the very front of this group of dignitaries stood a figure of extraordinary bearing.
He was dressed in a magnificent royal robe and wore a crown inlaid with countless jewels. From time to time, he emitted waves of terrifying energy.
This person also has the most chains on his body.
These chains passed through his body, piercing his internal organs and limbs, completely binding him to the spot.
This extraordinary figure was none other than King Velen, the most powerful being in the entire kingdom, possessing legendary combat strength.
However, this was a powerful figure of noble status and exceptional combat strength.
At this moment, however, he was like everyone else, lying on his back like a wild dog with its limbs on the ground.
The dignity and glory of the past are gone forever!
Next to them.
Nine figures, radiating a vast aura, stood in different corners of the square, seemingly integrated with heaven and earth.
Their eyes were cold and sharp, constantly watching the crowd in the square. If anyone made any unusual move, these powerful beings would not hesitate to strike and kill them!
These are the nine elders of the Watchers, each possessing legendary combat power.
at the same time.
An ancient throne flew out of the hall swiftly, upon which sat a figure.
In an instant! The nine Watcher Elders simultaneously knelt on one knee, and then shouted in a deafening voice.
"Welcome, Human Leader!!!"
The deafening shouts instantly spread throughout the entire city, reaching millions of civilians trapped inside.
A look of doubt appeared in the eyes of these civilians.
Two days ago, a mysterious force appeared and sealed off the entire main city of Sel.
All living beings in the city were trapped inside, and even messages could not be sent out.
At the same time, they also sensed terrifying fluctuations in the palace, as if some powerful figures were engaged in a fierce battle.
However, the battle did not last long before the disturbance subsided.
Although everyone knew that something might have happened in the palace, no one dared to go and investigate.
Only today have unusual developments occurred in the royal palace.
at the same time.
On that ancient throne, the leader of the Watchers said calmly, "Let's begin."
"Yes!"
One of the Watcher Elders conjured a staff out of thin air and began waving it at a peculiar frequency.
He mobilized a vast magical power.
At the same time, a projection appeared in the sky above the main city, visible to millions of civilians throughout the city.
The projected image is of the central square of the royal palace.
However, it's still a bit blurry, and you can't make out the specific figures.
Everyone couldn't help but look up.
"What is this? How come there are so many people in the sky?" an elderly woman with gray hair asked in confusion from the crowd.
“Mrs. Benna, this is a projection that allows us to see what’s happening in other places.”
"I see. Mr. Karen, you know so much. You truly are the most knowledgeable person in our neighborhood," the old woman praised.
"Look everyone, the image on the projector is clearer now."
Upon hearing this, everyone looked up, their eyes fixed on the projection in the air.
When those commoners saw the once high-ranking nobles and powerful generals...
At this moment, when they were all kneeling on the ground like stray dogs, their eyes were first filled with confusion.
Then, as if remembering something, his face instantly turned pale!
In addition, they also noticed a figure in the crowd who was dressed in royal robes and exuded an imposing aura.
And when they saw that the figure was also kneeling on the ground.
Fear had already appeared in the eyes of many people!
A young child exclaimed in an innocent voice, "Father, I know that man! He is His Majesty the King!"
"John, shut up right now!"
A simply dressed middle-aged man quickly covered his mouth.
"What happened? Why would His Majesty the King... would he..."
An elderly man, looking panicked, shouted loudly, "Don't look! Everyone close your eyes!"
In an instant, the common people hurriedly lowered their heads, as if simply seeing this scene would bring them disaster.
"I didn't see anything, I didn't see anything..."
The fear of the nobility was ingrained in the very bones of these commoners.
At that moment, the figure sitting on the throne slowly stood up and said, "All human brethren, I am the leader of the Watchers. You may call me the Guardian, the Guardian of the entire human race."
"As you can see, we have brought all the nobles in the entire palace under our control."
"In the past, these incompetent and wicked people have been persecuting and exploiting our people, but they have never received the punishment they deserve."
"Today, we will put these filthy scoundrels to trial!"
In the city, millions of civilians looked bewildered.
To try the nobles? Or even the royal family?
Did they hear it correctly?
To date, they have never seen any member of the royal family put on trial. Even if these people have committed heinous crimes and caused great chaos, they have been quickly quelled by the generals and soldiers in the city, and have never been punished.
Therefore, they already knew in their hearts that the kingdom's laws did not apply to these people.
After all, no matter how serious the crimes committed by these royals, they are merely matters within the king's family, and no one dares to punish them.
Now, this person is saying in front of the whole city that he wants to put them on trial, which is really hard to believe.
At the same time, the elder watchman holding the staff floated in mid-air.
A thick book appeared out of thin air in my left hand.
He turned to the first page of the book and read aloud: "The first person to be tried today is Earl of the Kingdom of Velen - Chris Ashton."
"Crime 1: During the war with the Ice Crystal Kingdom, in order to collect King Velen's bounty for killing the enemy, he forcibly dragged away 130,000 villagers from 148 villages in the Redwood Plains and secretly massacred them all, incurring countless blood debts!"
"Criminal Second: Chris embezzled over 10 billion crowns in private, all of which were obtained through bribes he accepted."
"Criminal crime three: Chris secretly kept thousands of slaves, most of whom were young girls aged 5 to 9, for his pleasure. Every day, a large number of children went missing in the city, all of which were related to him."
"Fourth crime..."
The reading lasted for nearly ten minutes.
As crimes were revealed one by one, even the nobles kneeling on the ground, and even the king, couldn't help but raise their heads and look at a figure in the crowd.
It seems no one expected that this count would do so many outrageous things in private.
More than 400,000 civilians died directly or indirectly at his hands, including a considerable number of young children who were tortured to death by him!
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(End of this chapter)