Chapter 299: A Hero Can Stand Alone, For the Strong Are Respected!
With a crack, the void shattered!
Countless formidable figures emerged from the crack, with the leader dressed in black robes, a veil covering his face, holding a gleaming staff that seemed to weigh a thousand pounds!
Behind him, the hellish soldiers stood in two rows, each possessing overwhelming cultivation that far exceeded that of the three candidates.
As this contingent arrived, the entire hell became astonishingly cold.
Before they could show their might, the local hell soldiers had already knelt down, crawling and trembling at their feet.
“Who killed the three candidates!”
Next to the man in black, a cold-faced man whispered angrily, as if possessing a strange power that could directly manipulate the minds of others.
“Reporting, my lord, those three were killed by a human youth, and the opponent is extremely powerful; there’s no one here who can match him.”
Someone answered involuntarily.
“And the others?”
The somber man’s brow furrowed, then he asked.
“They went to fetch King Yama’s Battle Banner!”
“What? What audacity! Does he wish to usurp the Nether Authority and make himself King Yama’s deputy?”
“No, my lord. That person wants to establish Zhe Mei as the deputy King Yama!”
Upon hearing this, the strong figures of the main netherworld shifted their gazes simultaneously to the trembling Zhe Mei in front.
“Truly overestimating oneself! How can a mere judge wield authority? Go die!”
Without further ado, the opponent directly made a move, intending to slash Zhe Mei with one strike.
“Hold on!”
The man in black extended a finger, lightly pinching the sword’s edge.
“We came here only to kill that murderer; beyond that, there’s no need for unnecessary slaughter.”
“Understood, my lord.”
The somber man obeyed, immediately withdrawing his aggressive stance, but his gaze remained fixed on the Book of Life and Death!
“What are you doing? Are you attempting to tamper with the Book of Life and Death?”
“That is a serious crime! If true, I can kill you on the spot!”
“No, I am not tampering…”
Zhe Mei lowly defended herself: “It was those three lords; since they took office, they have wantonly manipulated their power, seizing the lifespans of mortals…”
“You lie! How could the young talents of the main netherworld engage in such despicable acts?”
“It’s true! If you don’t believe me, look at the discrepancies in the Book of Life and Death; they are proof of their sins!”
With just a glance, the somber man’s pupils suddenly constricted, and his aura became eerily cold.
“This Book of Life and Death must be destroyed immediately!” he said emphatically, his tone brooking no argument.
“Why!”
“This is not something you should concern yourself with. I command you now: immediately surrender the Book of Life and Death!”
“I understand. This records the stains of the main netherworld; to maintain your dignity, is it acceptable for you to engage in such despicable acts?”
For some reason, Zhe Mei felt a surge of courage, tightly embracing the Book of Life and Death, unwilling to let go no matter what.
“If this is lost, those whose lifespans are taken will never be resurrected! I will never agree to that!”
“A bunch of ants, what does it matter if they cannot be resurrected? If you dare resist, you court death!”
“I refuse!”
Tears welled up in the maiden’s eyes; she had been a puppet for so many years, reluctantly aiding in evil deeds, but now, having finally found freedom, would she again become blind and heartless?
She would never agree; even if her soul were to scatter, she would definitely not yield!
“Seeking death!”
The somber man completely lost his patience and was about to draw his sword again, but the man in black held his hand.
“My lord, this matter concerns the reputation of the main netherworld; you cannot…”
“Stop the nonsense; let me handle this personally!”
The black-robed man stepped forward, raising his golden staff, ready to strike down.
At that moment, Zhe Mei resigned herself, closing her eyes, with only two drops of tears falling as she obediently awaited the moment of her end.
“Clang!”
The sound of metal clashing resonated throughout the universe, startling the maiden as she opened her eyes again.
“Big Brother!” she exclaimed, unable to hide her surprise.
Before her stood a towering figure, wielding a Three-pronged Double-edged Saber, shouldered with the King of Hell’s banner, as if guarded by a thousand troops!
“Looks like I made it just in time!”
At the critical moment, it was Zhou Tong who blocked the golden staff, yet the moment their weapons clashed, his expression slightly changed, revealing a nearly imperceptible smile.
“Some skill…”
The veil of the man in black fluttered slightly as he fiercely struck down again, but Zhou Tong did not hold back, raising his hand to counter!
“Boom!!”
This collision was far more powerful than the previous one, and the point of contact between the staff and saber erupted with sharp winds, rushing toward the two!
Zhou Tong stood like a mountain, while the black robes of his opponent were shredded to pieces, revealing his true form.
In an instant, his opponent shifted, dazzling and majestic, radiating overwhelming authority.
He wore a Phoenix Crown of Purple Gold, donned golden chainmail, stepped in lotus silk cloud shoes, and his fiery eyes shone like the blazing sun, holding a golden column that could support the heavens!
What a hero standing tall, commanding respect through strength!
“State your name!”
Zhou Tong laughed, finally looking forward to a satisfying fight!
