Deities: Starting From Goblins

Chapter 706: Chapter 428: Even the Relic Decays_2

After three rounds of fighting, Blackwood City Master fell into a disadvantage, “Why aren’t you leaving yet? If you retreat safely, I can use the Space Law to escape, I can’t hold on for much longer!”

Just as the hundred or so people had retreated a hundred strides, suddenly another roar was heard, a Swamp Crocodile blocked their path. Although it was not as strong as the one before, being just an average Saint Seat-level creature, it was still an Ancient Demon Beast and not to be underestimated despite its lesser strength.

“We can’t leave now, we must fight to the death!” One of the Sanctuary Powerhouses took out a Divine Weapon and stepped forward to fight the Swamp Crocodile, the other Sanctuary Powerhouses closely followed, while the Quasi-Saints and Semi-Saints could only stand by, looking for an opportunity to attack.

Blackwood City Master was fighting a Swamp Crocodile when he suddenly saw another and his heart sank. His own side might still hold out, but could the others win their fight?

At this moment, he could only hope that the hundred or so people would bring him a surprise because, if they were defeated, not only would the crisis in Cloud Valley remain unsolved, but once the Swamp Crocodile turned to attack him, he wouldn’t be able to fight one against two, let alone last three rounds.

Even with several Saint Seat experts working together, they were no match for the Swamp Crocodile, and even saw one of the Saint Seat Divine Weapons shattered in half by a single swipe of its claw.

“The rest of you, stop watching, let’s all go together!” With a roar of one of the Sanctuary Powerhouses, a hundred Quasi-Saints and Semi-Saints rushed forward, finally easing the pressure on the few Sanctuary Powerhouses.

However, their strength was too weak, and after only a few rounds, five or six had already fallen—a price too heavy to bear!

At this time, Logan and another were equally anxious. Holy Daoist shook his head, “The current situation is too disadvantageous. If we want to turn things around, I’m afraid the only option is the Emperor Weapon in your hand.”

“Blackwood City Master is a ninth-tier Saint Seat. If you lend the Emperor Weapon to him, he can exert Quasi-Saint Emperor strength, easily slaying that Swamp Crocodile, and then return to kill this one!”

“Let me think about it!” Logan fell into deep thought. Aside from the array, the Emperor Weapon was his greatest reliance. If he lent it to Blackwood City Master, what if he didn’t return it? After all, it was a Saint Emperor Divine Artifact, and he couldn’t guarantee the other wouldn’t harbored ill intentions, and moreover, he couldn’t protect himself.

Yet if he didn’t lend it, and everyone was wiped out by the Swamp Crocodile, would he be able to turn the tides alone with the Emperor Weapon?

It seemed he had to lend it. Blackwood City Master wanted him to solve the rift in Cloud Valley. At least until the crisis caming to the Immortal Realm, he should not fight with Logan, and even would have to keep bearing with him. He wouldn’t outright take the Emperor Weapon for his own, right?

But even if Blackwood City Master wouldn’t, what about the others with their covetous hearts? After all, among the hundred or so people, there were many Strong Ones, and their character couldn’t be guaranteed.

After much thought, Logan finally decided to take a gamble. He took out the Emperor Weapon and threw it to Blackwood City Master in the distance, catching the latter completely off guard.

The next moment was, of course, one of utter shock. Originally having a Half-step Emperor Weapon was already incredible, but now to actually hold a true Emperor Weapon? This could probably bring out half of a Saint Emperor’s strength, unimaginable that Logan, a Quasi-Saint, had such a Divine weapon!

The Swamp Crocodile, sensing the presence of the Emperor Weapon, also let out a roar as if it were anxious and afraid. Blackwood City Master showed a smirk of pride and immediately used his Divine Skills to launch an attack.

Under the influence of the Emperor Weapon, this attack was amplified a hundredfold. The sky filled with Runes embodied the Great Law and severely wounded the Swamp Crocodile in an instant.

And this was just a single strike. Blackwood City Master employed three moves in a row, leaving the Swamp Crocodile at death’s door, its scales cracking with countless wounds.

Logan watched, filled with emotion. Was this the true power of an Emperor Weapon? His own strength was too weak, and having the Emperor Weapon was a waste.

The hundred or so people were at a disadvantage, but seeing Blackwood City Master gaining the upper hand, they couldn’t help but feel overjoyed. Once the City Master killed the Demon Beast on his side, he could come to their aid.

The Swamp Crocodile on their side had already killed more than a dozen Cultivators, causing the remaining people to fear combat and continually retreat backwards.

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“Since you can’t beat them, everyone step back a few paces and let me show you the power of a Quasi-Saint. It’s not far off from the so-called Saint Seat Realm.”

Logan strode forward. At this point, he could no longer afford to hold back; he had to display his dignity and ensure that no one would covet his Emperor Weapon.

Furthermore, his mastery of the Thunder and Lightning Laws since coming out of the Ancient Secret Realm had never truly been tested in battle. Now, he had a formidable enemy at last.

With a crack of the Thunder and Lightning Laws, Logan unleashed an attack that naturally bore the might to shatter armor. Even though the Swamp Crocodile had thick scales, it still howled in agony. Following quickly, it swiped a mighty claw at him.

Using the speed gifted by the Thunder and Lightning Laws, Logan effortlessly dodged and seized the opportunity to throw a punch. The punch hit the Swamp Crocodile and shattered a piece of its scales. The Thunder and Lightning Laws spread, and the whole area was enveloped in blue lightning.

The Holy Daoist sent forth the Law of Water, and with its amplification of the lightning, the power surged several times over. Even though the Swamp Crocodile had astonishing defenses, at that moment, it felt its internal organs shatter. This threw it into an extreme rage, and it charged at Logan recklessly.

Seeing the beast in a frenzy, and despite the natural suppression of lightning on demon beasts, Logan did not dare to let his guard down and hurriedly fled frantically to one side.

The remaining hundred or so people were dumbstruck; Logan had bolted, leaving them as the crocodile’s next targets. With the beast almost upon them, they were forced to retaliate with their Divine Weapons.

Aside from a few Sanctuaries who were okay, the majority of the Quasi-Saints and Semi-Saints were no match—they were beaten down in large numbers after just one encounter.

Logan opted for a roundabout approach. While the Swamp Crocodile was engaged in battle with the others, he had already maneuvered to its rear and released another strike of the Thunder and Lightning Laws. The same spot that had already lost some scales was hit even harder, dealing greater damage to the demon beast.

Pained and significantly weakened, the Swamp Crocodile’s body shrank instantly. Seeing the beast wounded, the group of over a hundred quickly launched a counterattack. But as various Divine Skills and Laws were executed and the wounds worsened, a hint of joy appeared on their faces.

If this trend continued, wouldn’t it take only a few minutes to slay the beast? However, reality proved that their hopes were wildly optimistic. The Swamp Crocodile unleashed its bloodline power, not only rapidly healing its wounds but also amplifying its strength by a hundredfold.

Having just gained the upper hand, the situation was suddenly reversed, leaving the hundred-odd people petrified. Could this turn of events even be true? Did they stand a chance of winning the battle?

Logan shook his head. People from the Immortal Realm had been at peace for too long, never engaging in true combat. In any case, he had seen many demon beasts sacrifice their bloodlines and Dantians.

Therefore, Logan was not at all surprised by the Swamp Crocodile’s transformation. After all, a bloodline’s power couldn’t boost strength indefinitely; there was a time limit. With the Thunder and Lightning Laws boosting him, the Swamp Crocodile couldn’t touch him in a battle of raw power.

However, the rest of the group suffered heavy casualties in the ensuing fight. Nearly every minute, ten more would fall, and even though six Sanctuary Powerhouses intervened, they were useless against a frenzied Swamp Crocodile.

After slaying one Swamp Crocodile, the Blackwood City Master saw Logan’s group being pushed back by another and promptly came to their aid. With the City Master’s support and the might of his Emperor Weapon, it took less than ten minutes for the other beast to be successfully killed.

The battle cost them over twenty people. Although they were all Half-step Saints, the loss was deeply regretted and lamented by the Blackwood City Master—it was a considerable loss for his city’s forces, and he wished not to lose a single one. Sadly, there was nothing that could be done.

After dealing with the Swamp Crocodile, the City Master held onto the Emperor Weapon dearly, “Name your price; I want to buy the Emperor Weapon. No matter how many Top-Grade Spirit Stones it is, I won’t haggle!”

“Not for sale,” Logan shook his head. “An Emperor Weapon is priceless. No matter how many Spirit Stones you offer, it won’t matter. Please return it; the crisis is over.”

Though reluctant, the City Master gave it back anyway. After all, it was Logan who had lent him the Emperor Weapon, saving their lives by killing the Swamp Crocodile.

The group continued on their way, and Logan quietly breathed a sigh of relief. Thankfully, the weapon was returned. Otherwise, if the City Master had decided to play dirty, Logan would have been at a loss.

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