Chapter 260: No, You're Serious?

Chapter 260: No, You're Serious?

"Welcome back, Saint Fighter Lopez," greeted the statue as the Rat Charm revived Lopez, causing the Light Qi to flourish. With the addition of the Good Face Lu Ke, Future Yu, and the revived Saint Fighter's Light Qi, the Dark Energy was momentarily at a disadvantage.

Beneath the red Tara mask, Lu Xie's face broke into a smile. As expected, he would lose here, ideally with a significant loss of loot to widen the gap, which would then activate the new Dark Energy power.

He glanced at the giant snake, and Sneaky, receiving the hint, crashed into the Shadow Troops that had stopped resisting. Then, using the tip of its tail, it entangled Yu, carrying the girl away from the battlefield at high speed.

With the field cleared, it was time to let loose without restraint!

Beneath the demon mask, a pair of crimson eyes appeared, and as the Evil Face, he had accumulated a lot of negative emotions—desire for destruction, desire for attention, desire for possession, lust, desire for killing, and various other evil thoughts.

Except for lust, which he could release with the Little Snake, most of his other desires had no outlet, but now he could finally release them through battle.

"Just like a starving wolf that hasn't eaten for three days seeing an antelope, your malice is purely concentrated."

Lopez wore a classical, flowing robe with a hint of ancient charm. He stared at his opponent with a grave expression, and a rune scroll flew out from his sleeve, its mana pulling Saint Fighter's body into the air.

"Gravity Scroll!"

"Did you have the word 'gravity' in your era?" Lu Xie chuckled, pressing his five fingers downward. In an instant, the dark clouds flashed with menacing lightning, and the raging wind intensified, causing the museum's walls and roof to creak and shatter.

Boom! The museum collapsed, and countless raindrops mixed with rubble fell, creating a chaotic scene. Amidst this, a green glow burst forth from the magic scroll in front of Lopez.

The ruins of the building seemed to defy gravity, floating in midair before slowly descending to the ground. The massive destruction was averted, leaving the museum's foundation largely unscathed.

As Lopez finished dealing with this trouble and raised his head, he was met with a fist that was rapidly expanding, heading straight for his face. The howling sound of breaking air testified to the power of this punch, and before he could dodge, Lopez blocked it with his hand at lightning speed.

Boom—

Lopez's body was blasted away like a cannonball, smashing through three walls before hitting the ground, accompanied by a massive explosion that kicked up a cloud of dust.

The torrential rain quickly suppressed the dust, revealing a Saint Fighter who had created a crater in the ground. However, Lopez's body had not suffered significant damage, and within the hazy green light, he stood up, looking at his own body in a daze.

The previous attack had been incredibly heavy, and even with the cushioning effect of the Gravity Scroll, he should have been injured. Normally, his internal organs would be damaged, and his bones would have broken, but now he felt no pain at all.

"Why can't I feel pain?"

"Because you're just a ceramic statue."

Lu Xie slowly descended from the air, taking measured steps towards Lopez. With each step, wind and water were drawn towards him, forming a protective armor that enhanced his already imposing stature.

The Rat Charm seemed to have the ability to alter materials. If it were just ordinary ceramic, it should have shattered from that impact, just as Lopez remained unharmed when crushed by a car in the original story.

However, the Super Moose, in its doll form, remained a doll, indicating that the mechanism of the Rat Charm needed further investigation. The specifics could be left to the Good Face for research.

Saint Fighter Lopez seemed to retain his perception of Dark Energy, but many other details eluded him. He didn't even notice the mana of the Rat Charm on his body.

"Is this the power of the Rat Charm?"

Lopez instantly understood his situation, and his eyes flickered with confusion for a moment. "I'm fake."

"Yes, you're fake," Lu Xie affirmed coldly.

"But that doesn't change what I have to do."

The confusion vanished, and Lopez's gaze became resolute once more. Power surged through his body, and at that moment, the Saint Fighter's aura became awe-inspiring.

"Just like a pilgrim who has crossed countless mountains, I will defeat you and bring peace to the world, leader of the Dark Energy."

Lu Xie provocatively curled his fingers, taunting, "If you can do it, then give it a try, you out-of-touch Saint Fighter who loves metaphors."

A scroll with various intricate runes appeared from Lopez's wide sleeves, and he raised his palm.

"Energy Scroll!"

A green magical glow shot out from the scroll, and the powerful magic ray destroyed everything in its path, its might surpassing even the Dragon Charm.

Lu Xie stood his ground, placing his hands on his chest. The Void Dance Robe protected him, and his hands gradually transformed into sharp dragon claws. On his head, a pair of golden dragon horns slowly grew.

Boom—

The Energy Scroll struck the Void Dance Robe, partially penetrating the barrier and hitting Lu Xie, causing a slight stinging sensation that made him snarl. His hands, transformed into Dragon Claws, were coated with a layer of pitch-black substance, and from within, the claws extended, grasping the intangible energy.

Lu Xie exerted force with his hands, tearing the energy ray like a piece of paper with no resistance, shredding it into pieces. Saint Fighter Lore's body flew out and fell to the ground.

"Cough... Cough!"

Lore braced himself on the ground, managing to stand up, and stared in shock at the dragon-shaped monster before him, unsure if it could still be called human.

Lu Xie's originally lean and muscular body had become profoundly full and well-defined, with his muscles knotting. His entire body had grown to nearly three meters, and many of his limbs and organs had undergone dragonification.

His vital body parts were protected by dark gray scales, and a pair of enormous golden dragon horns grew from his head. A thick, long dragon tail also appeared at his rear. The Demon Mask's eyes revealed amber vertical pupils, exuding a beastly cruelty, yet for some reason, it also gave off an air of nobility and sanctity that made one want to succumb and kneel in reverence.

"Huff~"

Lu Xie exhaled slowly, feeling his blood boil. In his current state, becoming a complete Lancelot Dragon was out of the question, but partial dragonification was a simple matter.

"Another evil dragon. This time, I won't let you succeed either!"

Recalling the era when the Dark Lord ruled and the people suffered, Lore's eyes were determined as he channeled all his magic. Three Charms flew out from his sleeves, glowing simultaneously as they overlapped.

"Energy Scroll!"

An energy surge several times more powerful than before erupted, with a mighty force and a rainbow-like aura, carrying a mountain-toppling sea-like momentum as if it would engulf everything! Lu Xie's sharp Dragon Claws were coated in pitch-black, and as he kicked off the ground, his body vanished from its original spot. The claws sliced through the energy surge like cutting through tofu.

Boom—

Lore's fist clashed with the dragon claws, sending ripples through the air. The Saint Fighter's physical technique was unexpectedly good. He attached the Gravity Scroll to his body to enable faster and lighter combat.

In the blink of an eye, their fists and claws had exchanged hundreds of blows. Lore retreated step by step, leaving deep footprints in the ground. In terms of physical qualities, he was no match for Lu Xie's dragonified form, and could only circle around to find an opening.

However, the gap between them was undeniable. Lu Xie seized an opportunity and kicked Lore in the waist, then followed with a kick as Lore flew out. With a punch, the Saint Fighter was sent flying into the air.

The next moment, Lu Xie appeared directly above Lore, and with a powerful whip of his leg, he slammed Lore into the ground. The force was so strong that the ground caved in and shook, and cracks spread from the point of impact.

Lore's battered body tried to struggle to his feet, but in the next instant, Lu Xie's sharp dragon claws slashed from his right shoulder to his left waist.

Crack, crack—

Lore's body shattered into pieces, his eyes powerless as he fell to the ground, revealing the Rat Charm in his abdomen. He looked on the verge of death, barely clinging to life.

Even a genuine Saint Fighter, if resurrected, might not be able to defeat Lu Xie in his current state, let alone a counterfeit one like Lore, who had only been revived with the Rat Charm, and was no match for the authentic Saint Fighter from a thousand years ago.

"It seems you've fallen behind the times."

Lu Xie approached Lore, raising his hand to deliver the final blow. He didn't intend to torment the Saint Fighter but planned to finish him off swiftly. Just then, the seemingly powerless Lore suddenly grabbed Lu Xie's wrist with his other hand.

Lu Xie looked at Lore indifferently, meeting his eyes that were ready to face death.

"Just like a bamboo standing tall amidst a hailstorm, I will send you to where you belong."

Countless scrolls flew out from Lore's sleeves, encircling the two like a flock of birds. At this moment, Lore unleashed all his power.

"Energy Scroll!"

Intense, blinding light engulfed everything around them, and the terrifying energy explosion resembled a miniature nuclear bomb, spreading out from the spot where Lore and Lu Xie stood.

...

In the lobby of a business tower, a green portal opened.

The mana fluctuations at the battle site were too intense, so Lu Ke chose to use Air Magic for a more stable teleportation method, ensuring he wouldn't drop into the heart of the battle upon arrival. He opened the portal near the museum but was stopped by Xiao Yu.

"Wait, I'm coming too!"

"You're coming too?"

Lu Ke glanced at Chen Xiaoyu, who had her head wrapped tightly. He advised with good intentions, "Just relying on the gun in your hand might not be enough to join our fight."

"I use the gun because it's convenient. Who told you I only know how to use guns?"

Xiao Yu scoffed, "Do you think that because of our relationship, I won't benefit if you rule the world?"

"That's true."

Lu Ke recalled that Chen Xiaoyu could repair her Guardian Magic when she first arrived. He nodded in agreement, unlike some characters who were forever licking their wounds with tears. Lu Ke was indeed not a stingy person.

At his level, even the slightest thing that slipped through his fingernails would significantly benefit those beneath him. As the World's Child, he undoubtedly possessed countless wealth, artifacts, and magic incantations. It was only natural for him to give some to Xiaoyu.

The two stepped through the portal and arrived near the museum. As they emerged, they saw a giant magic snake using its tail to coil around Xiaoyu and flee. Lu Ke felt the person beside him stiffen suddenly.

"Stop! Stop right there!"

Upon seeing Lu Ke, Xiaoyu excitedly shouted, patting Sneaky's body. The giant snake halted, and Xiaoyu jumped off its tail, rushing into Lu Ke's embrace.

"Lu Ke? What are you doing here?"

"I sensed the traces of Dark Energy and was about to go eliminate him."

Lu Ke patted Xiaoyu's back, signaling her to let go. "What's happening inside?"

"Well, I stole the Rat Charm from the Big Guy, and then I lost a competition against him. But he let me guess-punch and returned the charm to me. Later, he sent Ninja Soldiers to retrieve it, so I threw the charm to Saint Fighter Lore... Do you understand what I'm saying?"

Xiaoyu spoke rapidly, and her explanation was incoherent to most people. Fortunately, Lu Ke, being directly involved, could understand.

"I understand. I've gotten used to the issue of jumbled and incorrect translations."

Lu Ke silently added in his mind, recalling the time he watched them. He nodded seriously.

"Lu Ke, who is she?"

After her explanation, Xiaoyu looked at her future self, curiosity mixed with caution. This masked woman, with her prominent buttocks, slender waist, and a well-fitted bodysuit, gave Xiaoyu a strangely familiar feeling.

It seemed like she had seen her somewhere before!

"Um... She's my sister!"

Lu Ke blinked, feeling a bit embarrassed about his lie.

"But didn't you grow up in an orphanage?" Xiaoyu asked, her face showing suspicion.

"Yes... She's my sister from the orphanage!" Lu Ke replied, only to feel a hand grabbing and pinching his waist from behind, causing him to gasp in pain.

"Xiaoyu, go back. It's too dangerous here. I'll handle the rest."

"But..."

"Be a good girl and listen to me."

Lu Ke patted Xiaoyu's head, successfully calming her slightly agitated mood.

Xiaoyu took a few steps back and then returned, hesitating before speaking, "Lu Ke, can you not kill the Dark Energy leader? I feel like he's not that bad."

Lu Ke: ...

He wouldn't kill himself if you didn't mention it!

"I understand. You go back first."

After Xiaoyu left, Chen Xiaoyu gave Lu Ke a cold look.

"Your sister from the orphanage?"

"It was all to deceive you when you were young, wasn't it?"

Lu Ke smiled innocently, hugging Chen Xiaoyu's waist and rubbing against her. His expression was one of pure innocence.

"I never imagined that the person I met back then would be myself in the future. After that, I even searched for your sister for a long time."

Chen Xiaoyu sighed, "In the end, you didn't have a sister."

Lu Ke didn't seem to mind, "Actually, it's fine if you privately call me sister a few times."

Chen Xiaoyu imagined the scene and fell silent, feeling a bit uncomfortable as she pushed him away.

"No, are you not going to object?"

"..."

"Do you really want me to call you that?"

"Shut up. Go and support the Saint Fighters!"

The two quickened their pace and approached the museum. Lu Ke stopped, his expression turning slightly more serious. A golden light emanated from his body, shielding both him and Chen Xiaoyu beside him.

Chen Xiaoyu also took out a sphere-shaped artifact and recited a magic incantation.

The next moment, a light shone in the distance, engulfing everything around it.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The aftermath of the explosion continued, and the powerful tremors made it feel like an earthquake. It lasted for several minutes before finally subsiding.

Due to their distance and timely protection, Lu Ke and Chen Xiaoyu were unharmed. They looked up at the source of the explosion.

In the ruins, a charred figure slowly rose, and as it moved, the outermost layer of charcoal cracked, revealing a pale, smooth body beneath, as soft as a baby's skin.

The charred figure looked at Lu Ke, grinning to reveal bone-white teeth.

"You're here."

(End of Chapter)

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