Chapter 391: Fallen Holy Light

Chapter 391: Fallen Holy Light

In a base located in Zone 8, Li Wu found himself in a place reminiscent of his past life's Aurea.

Feng Xiu, his face pale, awoke once more from an extended period of seclusion.

"Damn Li Wu, damn Moonshadow!" he cursed under his breath.

Yes.

Ever since he was severely injured and nearly killed, these words had become a constant in his vocabulary.

After all, he had Moonshadow to thank for that.

One of his core summoned beasts, which he had nurtured for over twenty years, had perished.

He himself had also been critically wounded in that battle and hadn't fully recovered for half a year.

At this moment, his entire body was covered in blue hair.

His face was pale, and he looked eerie and weak.

This was because his body and the energy space had been severely eroded by the icy cold.

"Someone, come here!"

After cursing Li Wu once more, Feng Xiu began to shake.

With a light call, a figure appeared outside the secret room, standing respectfully.

The person didn't speak, but Feng Xiu knew they were there.

"How are the preparations coming along? Can the ceremony be carried out as scheduled?"

The figure outside the door went straight to the point: "There's been an issue in Zone 11. The Angel Wings couldn't be delivered."

Feng Xiu flew into a rage upon hearing this: "What now? What's the Eighth up to this time? Can't he get anything done? If he can't, he might as well be dead!"

The person outside briefly explained: "23 days ago, the Ninth Apostle led an attack on Zone 11. The Eighth Apostle was killed, and Zone 11 is now under the control of the Ninth Apostle. The Angel Wings are in her possession."

"What?"

Feng Xiu's eyebrows shot up in surprise. He hadn't expected the Eighth to be truly dead, and his anger surged: "Has the Ninth gone mad? Why is she messing with my people? Does she really think I won't dare to touch her?

If she pushes me too far, I'll have her cut into a thousand pieces right now!"

Inside the room, Feng Xiu was seething with rage.

The person outside didn't bow respectfully or respond in any way.

Feng Xiu, after venting his fury, managed to calm down.

He fell silent for several minutes before speaking again: "Help me contact the Third Apostle. Tell him to retrieve the Angel Wings.

They are crucial for the ceremony; we can't afford to lose them.

As long as he brings them back, he can set any conditions he wants.

If he wants them, I can give them to him!"

"Yes!"

The figure outside responded and then disappeared.

Feng Xiu, alone in the room, narrowed his eyes: "I know what happens when a tiger falls into a flock of sheep, but I never expected the first to make a move would be them.

The Third Apostle acting so brazenly, could this imply something from the leader's faction?"

Feng Xiu's eyebrows furrowed as he thought of the one who might have given the leader's faction the courage. However, he decided to put this matter aside for now.

"Regardless, I need to recover first.

As for the leader's faction, we'll see later. If that person returns, I'll endure it, but if not..."

Feng Xiu left the sentence hanging, but his expression said it all.

...

Meanwhile, in a small city within Zone 11.

A middle-aged man, wearing a short-sleeved shirt and beach shorts, was strolling on the beach with a pair of flip-flops and a fishing rod in hand. Suddenly, a smile spread across his face.

He extended his hand, and a black skull-shaped phone appeared in his palm.

"Hey, what's up?"

"Oh, about that matter? How would I know about it? It's not like I meant to do anything to Feng Xiu's people. This was all the Ninth's personal action; she doesn't represent our faction."

"Well said. Feng Xiu is too kind. But since that's the case, I won't be polite."

"Don't worry, I'll take care of this. Feng Xiu will hear about it from me."

The middle-aged man, the Third Apostle of the Zero Organization and the current leader of the leader's faction, couldn't contain his smile.

"I knew this situation would present an opportunity for me."

The Ninth Apostle had taken control of the Eighth Apostle's territory on the very day Feng Xiu was defeated. The leader's faction had been urging him to take action against the Ninth Apostle to avenge Feng Xiu.

After all, their leader hadn't appeared in twenty years.

Despite the leader's lingering aura, their faction within the Zero Organization was inevitably declining.

Without the leader's backing, they always found themselves at a disadvantage when dealing with factions backed by Messengers.

The Ninth Apostle's actions were seen as a direct challenge to the leader's remaining authority, and the leader's faction believed she must be punished to appease Feng Xiu.

The leader's remaining influence was waning, and no one dared to cause further trouble.

At this critical juncture, the Third Apostle made a resolute decision, one that differed from the expectations of his superiors.

He withstood the pressure from his own faction and chose not to take action against the Ninth Apostle.

Of course, this wasn't out of any desire to protect the Ninth Apostle.

He was taking a gamble, betting on an opportunity.

He wagered that Feng Xiu would not dare to make a move against them at this moment.

He bet that Feng Xiu would compromise, that he would bow down and give the Third Apostle what he wanted.

If his gamble paid off, he could seize this opportunity to soar to greater heights.

But gambling is never a sure thing, and there's no guarantee of winning.

So, the Third Apostle was also prepared for the possibility of losing. If he lost, it would simply mean selling out the Ninth Apostle.

This outcome was the best he could hope for.

He won the bet, Feng Xiu conceded, and he got what he wanted, which was the best result.

"Since it's come to this, I need to start making my move as well."

As the Third Apostle spoke, he casually tossed the fishing rod in his hand aside. He stretched lazily, then waved his hand, summoning a black bat enveloped in malevolent aura from within his embrace.

The Third Apostle leaped onto the bat's back and soared towards the secret realm of the Zero Organization in Zone 11.

They had promised him a reward, and it was time to get to work.

Although he had received a benefit, he knew he had to give Feng Xiu an explanation.

And the best way to do that was by taking action against the Ninth Apostle and Righteous Great Lord.

Their lives would be used to quell Feng Xiu's anger.

He would get what he wanted, and this deal would be a profitable one.

This had been the Third Apostle's plan all along.

He was already near the secret realm in Zone 11.

Taking to the skies, it took only a few minutes for the Third Apostle to reach the secret realm.

Riding the malevolent bat, the Third Apostle forcefully intruded into the realm.

The guards responsible for the realm's defense immediately surrounded him, but as soon as they moved, a terrifying might descended, shaking the entire group and rendering them unable to react.

Amidst this overwhelming pressure, the only one who could still move was the 61st Apostle, who was closest to the Third Apostle.

As soon as the 61st Apostle moved, the Third Apostle's gaze landed on him.

"Bring the Ninth Apostle and Righteous Great Lord over here."

"Yes!"

The cowardly 61st Apostle immediately covered his head and scurried away to call for help.

Just as he turned, the Ninth Apostle and Li Wu arrived at the scene.

The Third Apostle's arrival was unconcealed, a grand display of power and might.

With such a spectacle, it was impossible for Li Wu, who wasn't blind, to miss it.

As soon as Li Wu arrived, his eyes fell upon the Third Apostle and the bat beside him, discerning their attributes.

...

Name: Third Apostle

Strength: 0-Star (Epic)



Summoned Beast: Devil Bat King (Corrupted) (Epic 0-Star), Fallen Holy Warrior (Corrupted) (Epic 0-Star)



Core Skills: Deathly Kiss (Divine Technique) (Master), Fallen Holy Light (Divine Technique) (Master), Fallen Tactics (Ultimate Move) (Grandmaster) ...

Summoner Talent: Fusion (Ability to temporarily fuse with summoned beasts in battle)



Epic Power: Unawakened (Domain Evolution in Progress)



Description: A formidable Epic-level powerhouse, approach with caution.

...

Name: Devil Bat King

Rank: 0-Star (Epic)



Quality: Legendary (Enhanced)



Attributes: Abyssal, Malevolent

Weakness: Light (Strong)



Basic Skills: Bite (Grandmaster), Flight (Grandmaster), Charge (Grandmaster) ...

Advanced Skills: Combat (Grandmaster), Flight (Grandmaster)



Fatal Skills: Virus Source (Grandmaster), Virus Mist (Grandmaster), Mist Passage (Grandmaster)



Ultimate Move: Plague of Death (Grandmaster)



Divine Technique: Deathly Kiss (Master)



Epic Power: Unawakened (Domain Evolution in Progress)



Description: A summoned beast on the cusp of Epic-level, its entire body exudes terrifying poison. Even coming close to it is dangerous, let alone being bitten.

...

Li Wu's eyes narrowed as he observed the attributes before him.

Indeed, the Third Apostle's strength seemed only slightly inferior to that of the formidable Tsumu.

However, what concerned Li Wu the most wasn't the Third Apostle's strength but his attitude.

The Third Apostle's aggressive demeanor made it clear he wasn't here for a friendly visit.

As Li Wu and the Ninth Apostle appeared, the Third Apostle's gaze immediately fixed upon them.

"You two have some nerve, daring to act under the banner of our leader and doing something like this.

Now, I command you to hand over the Angel Wings and come with me to apologize to Elder Fengxiu!"

Without hesitation, the Ninth Apostle's face darkened at this firm stance.

"Shut up. I don't care about your reasons. A mistake is a mistake, and you must pay the price for your actions."

The Third Apostle interrupted the Ninth, his tone resolute.

"Today, you will come with me, one way or another. The only difference is whether you come willingly or if I have to take you down and drag you away!"

For the Third Apostle, obtaining what he wanted by using Lu Wu and the others as bargaining chips was already his set goal.

At this moment, no matter what Lu Wu and the others said, it was futile.

Facing the sudden and uncompromising Third Apostle, both the Ninth and Lu Wu's expressions turned grim.

They remained silent, observing him.

"Looks like you're choosing the latter, huh?

Alright, I'll grant your wish!"

The impatient Third Apostle, known for his swift and decisive actions, didn't hesitate.

"Fallen Holy Light!"

A black cross appeared out of thin air and, without warning, smashed towards Lu Wu and the Ninth Apostle.

"Damn!"

Lu Wu's face contorted in shock.

The opponent was undeniably cunning.

Despite possessing absolute strength, they resorted to such underhanded tactics.

The sudden appearance, the sudden descent, and the sudden burst of power in the attack clearly indicated that the Third Apostle had been charging this skill for a long time.

The Third Apostle was determined to surprise Lu Wu and his companions from the start, aiming to catch them off guard and swiftly subdue them.

Fortunately, Lu Wu and his group had been on guard, and their reactions were still swift.

"Earth Domain!" "Beast Soul Explosion!"

"Ten Thousand Worlds!"

The Ninth and Lu Wu simultaneously activated their domains.

The Ninth stepped forward, positioning himself in front of Lu Wu, and unleashed the power of 'Earth Power' as he slammed his fists upward to block the powerful attack.

But how could the Ninth Apostle, a mere Archmage, hope to withstand the might of the 'Fallen Holy Light,' an Epic-tier skill?

'Earth Power' was just an Ultimate Move, no match for the Epic-tier 'Fallen Holy Light.'

The opponent was a 0-Star Epic, while the Ninth was only an Archmage. With the opponent's charged attack and the Ninth's hasty defense, the outcome was sealed from the moment they engaged.

"Blocking a chariot with one's arms!"

The Third Apostle sneered, dismissing the Ninth's efforts.

In an instant, the Ninth Apostle's yellow energy fists and the unleashed domain were shattered.

The Ninth spat out a mouthful of blood and was knocked down.

"One down!"

The Third Apostle was particularly pleased with his effortless defeat of the Ninth.

Gazing at the Ninth, bruised and battered on the ground, the Third Apostle raised an eyebrow, expressing a mix of pity and disdain.

"Don't blame me. If you must blame someone, blame yourself for daring to act against Elder Fengxiu.

When you make a mistake, you must pay the price.

If I don't eliminate you, your actions will affect the entire system. So, for the sake of our leader, I ask you to go and die!"

"You're truly shameless."

Lu Wu, standing nearby, couldn't help but retort, "You should already know what we did in Region 11.

As the leader of our system, if you wanted to handle this, you should have stepped in and taken care of it earlier.

But you chose to turn a blind eye, acting as if nothing happened. Now, you suddenly appear to 'solve the problem.'

Tell me, is this your idea of problem-solving?

It's obvious you've been in touch with Elder Fengxiu, conspiring to sell us for a good price before making your move.

As the leader of a system, you dare to sell yourself for profit and still have the audacity to justify it? Your thick skin knows no bounds!"

Lu Wu's words were like a sharp needle, piercing the Third Apostle's composure.

The truth was undeniable, causing the Third Apostle's expression to darken further.

"Nonsense. Now, it's your turn!"

As he spoke, the black cross once again smashed towards Lu Wu.

Lu Wu, unfazed, replied, "If you can, then come and get me!"

With a swift motion, Lu Wu raised his hand and unleashed a sword strike.

"Wrath of the Gods!"

(End of Chapter)

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