Catastrophic necromancer

Chapter 2516: He Can’t Hold On

The title of Star Lord is a form of honorific. In the history of the Origin Continent, most people who received the Star Lord inheritance eventually became extremely powerful beings. Even if they couldn’t surpass their predecessors, they could at least match them. Only a very few would fall halfway.

Lin Moyu believed that the Star Lord inheritance depended not only on potential but also on luck. Conversely, strength was secondary. His own luck had always been good, and his fortune was strong enough. Gu Nianshui, being born in a Holy Land and a direct descendant, naturally had great fortune as well. It was hard to say whose fortune was stronger.

However, Lin Moyu had sworn not to compete with Gu Nianshui for the Star Lord inheritance. As long as Gu Nianshui didn’t provoke him, he wouldn’t break his promise. To Lin Moyu, the inheritance was just a title and not something he valued highly.

The altar flew rapidly through the ’starry sky.’ Lin Moyu knew he hadn’t truly entered the starry sky; it was just an illusion created by the Origin Secret Treasury.

Finally, the altar stopped in front of the Horned Jiao Constellation, and a giant one-horned jiao appeared on the altar once again. A loud voice echoed, “Congratulations on passing the test. You are all qualified to receive the Star Lord’s inheritance.”

“This secret treasury was left by the third-generation Horned Jiao Star Lord. If one of you receives the inheritance, you will become the fourth-generation Star Lord.”

“Not only will you inherit all the Star Lord’s legacies, but you will also obtain all the treasures in the secret treasury.”

“Now, you will face the final test. The ultimate winner will receive the Star Lord’s inheritance.”

Everyone’s expressions changed simultaneously. They recalled their previous experiences—those who failed had died. This time, the ultimate winner would receive the inheritance, so what would happen to the losers? Would they also die?

Lin Moyu, Miao Wen, Lian Cheng, and Gu Nianshui’s eyes turned dangerous.

Miao Wen and Lian Cheng exchanged a glance, feeling a bit awkward. Both were from the same sect and now faced a life-and-death decision, unsure of what to choose. Moreover, they had sworn not to compete with Gu Nianshui for the Star Lord inheritance.

Gu Nianshui’s eyes were filled with vigilance. Although the three had sworn not to compete with him for the inheritance, in matters of life and death, who knew what other means they might have? Surviving among so many Heavenly Venerates, none of them were simple characters, and Gu Nianshui dared not be careless. He knew very well that soul vows were not foolproof. Some secret methods could break soul vows.

Lin Moyu, with a thoughtful look, asked loudly, “What will happen to the losers?” He had already figured out that the giant jiao had intelligence, similar to an array spirit or artifact spirit. Most likely, it was managing the inheritance on behalf of the deceased Horned Jiao Star Lord. This Origin Secret Treasury could be seen as a place of inheritance.

The giant jiao chuckled, “The losers will naturally… be eliminated.”

“You have already passed the previous tests and are qualified to live. So even if you fail this time, you won’t die.”

“Not only will you not die, but I will also reward you based on your performance.”

“However, only one person can receive the Star Lord’s inheritance. Any reward pales in comparison to the Star Lord’s inheritance.”

Hearing this, everyone suddenly breathed a sigh of relief.

Gu Nianshui was the first to bow to Lin Moyu and the others, “Thank you, seniors, for your protection. When we leave, I will inform my grandfather and properly thank you all.”

Though he appeared to be expressing gratitude, he was actually reminding them not to forget their soul vows. He also hinted that his grandfather was waiting outside the Origin Secret Treasury—a Dao Venerate from the Holy Land, who could easily kill them.

Lin Moyu said, “Since we have sworn, we will naturally keep our promise. However, I also want to try; perhaps I can still receive some good rewards.”

Miao Wen and Lian Cheng’s eyes lit up. Yes, they had sworn not to compete for the Star Lord inheritance. If they participated in the final test but didn’t achieve the best result, it wouldn’t count as breaking their vow. Since that was the case, why not go for the final reward?

Miao Wen said to Gu Nianshui, “Rest assured, although we will participate in the test, we won’t compete with you for the final inheritance. You can be at ease.”

Lian Cheng added, “So you don’t need to be so wary. Focus on how to handle the test.”

Gu Nianshui breathed a sigh of relief. As long as they cared about their vows, it was fine. However, he didn’t completely relax, knowing they might still go back on their word. In this world, one had to be cautious to live long.

The stars ahead lit up, and waves of killing intent surged from the stars, overwhelming them. The final test began, and the giant jiao on the altar laughed wildly, “Now begins the baptism of killing intent. If you can’t hold on, you can choose to give up!”

“Don’t force yourself; otherwise, being tainted by the killing intent will either kill you or turn you into an idiot!”

The giant jiao laughed maniacally, watching them as if enjoying a show.

The killing intent was pervasive and unavoidable. Gu Nianshui’s treasure robe glowed, and origin crystals on his belt lit up, blocking the killing intent. The killing intent was intangible, existing between reality and illusion, directly attacking the soul. Gu Nianshui’s treasure robe could block such intense killing intent, proving its high quality, even among Heavenly Venerate treasures.

The remaining two Blue family Heavenly Venerates, now puppets without their own will, should not have been affected by the killing intent. However, they were now swaying, unable to hold on. Gu Nianshui had no intention of helping them, letting them die.

Miao Wen and Lian Cheng were enveloped in black flames, which blocked part of the killing intent, allowing them to endure without losing their minds. However, their expressions showed they were not at ease.

Lin Moyu was surrounded by golden flames, which flowed and resisted the killing intent. The first Dragon Cavalry Corps commander had been put away; there was no need for him to endure the killing intent.

Lin Moyu’s performance caught Miao Wen and Lian Cheng’s attention, making them realize that Lin Moyu’s own strength was also formidable. They came from the Sin Fire Sect and practiced the Sin Fire Secret Technique, which could resist part of the killing intent. Lin Moyu, besides having a mid-level Heavenly Venerate puppet, also had powerful secret techniques to block the killing intent, seemingly more easily than them.

Gu Nianshui also noticed this and muttered to himself, “He is indeed capable, but no matter how capable you are, the inheritance is destined to be mine. None of you can take it.”

“Just hope you keep your promise; otherwise, don’t blame me for being ruthless!”

Gu Nianshui’s mind was racing with thoughts, even considering how to deal with Lin Moyu and the others if they broke their soul vows. He had no worries; with his treasures, he could kill not just a few Heavenly Venerates but even ten or eight more.

Another wave of killing intent surged, becoming even more intense. Miao Wen and Lian Cheng shouted, and the black flames on them flared up, but the flames could only block so much killing intent, increasing their pressure.

Gu Nianshui’s treasure robe glowed even brighter, and the origin crystals on his belt emitted stronger power, blocking the killing intent. Suddenly, he saw the golden flames on Lin Moyu starting to dim, growing weaker and weaker. Gu Nianshui thought to himself, “He can’t hold on!”

Miao Wen and Lian Cheng also thought Lin Moyu was about to give up and immediately shouted, “Lin Daoyou, be careful!”

Lin Moyu smiled slightly, “No problem!”

As he spoke, the golden flames completely extinguished.

The intense killing intent instantly engulfed Lin Moyu!