The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

Chapter 368 Metal Flame Roc

Cainʼs eyes widened upon hearing the revelation, as it was a truly shocking piece of information.

Intercontinental teleportation formations were incredibly expensive, to the extent that even powers with Titans backing them might not possess one. Moreover, they were strictly regulated, with only the Imperial Court having access to them.

Each and every one of these formations was situated in Eden and monitored around the clock. Although they were vital for maintaining the Godslayer Human Raceʼs alliance with the Deus Bahamut Race and Anima Machinarium Race, they also posed a grave threat, as they could serve as a gateway for the Dark Races to invade Gaia.

Given his rank as a Colonel in the Imperial Army, Cain was acutely aware of the magnitude of the crime associated with secretly creating an intercontinental teleportation formation. The repercussions would be dire, leading to the branding of an entire family as traitors, their minds tampered with, and turned into war puppets until their demise.

”How certain are you about this?”

Cain struggled to grasp why the Azure Royal Family, descendants of the Azure Emperor, would commit such an act, prompting him to seek further confirmation.

”Although I didnʼt directly witness the intercontinental teleportation formation, through my underworld contacts, I discovered that the Azure Royal Family has been procuring the necessary materials along with the help of Rune Masters and Wave Crafters.”

Krane was no simpleton and grasped the ramifications of concealing an intercontinental teleportation formation from the Imperial Court. Hence, he immediately relayed this critical information to Cain.

Upon hearing about the Rune Masters and Wave Crafters, Cainʼs brows furrowed. If it were just the materials, there could have been a possibility that the Azure Royal Family acted as intermediaries. However, the involvement of Grandmasters in inscription and crafting suggested that they likely intended to control the teleportation formation.

”Krane, how feasible would it be to gather these materials without ties to the Dark Kings?”

For the first time, Krane hesitated, indicating the complexity of the inquiry.

”Although most of the materials can be procured with enough wealth, the core components of the intercontinental teleportation formation are items traded exclusively by the Dark Kings. Unless they obtained them independently through some lucky chance, itʼs improbable for the Azure Royal Family to have constructed the formation without engaging with one of them.”

A chilling sensation enveloped Cain as he processed this revelation. Numerous individuals maintained connections with the underworld, him included, but there was a vast distinction between such dealings and affiliations with the Dark Kings.

After all, anyone linked to the Dark Kings was, to some degree, affiliated with The Organization.

After pondering for a brief moment, Cainʼs resolve intensified.

”Meet me at the portion of the Cicada Forest close to the Azure State.”

”Yes, Lord.”

Departing his residence and Eden, Cain ventured into the Cicada Forest. Engaging in combat with King Beasts, he refined his sword techniques with Slaughter and honed his mastery over Blood Nails. Occasionally, he would unleash the power of the Sundering Concept, amplifying his offensive prowess to such an extent that he could slay a Late King Beast in a single blow.

Despite the astounding capabilities of Concepts, they exacted a heavy toll. Although Cain had attained the Second Realm of the Ego Eternal Path of Power not long ago, his willpower lingered at the Peak Wave King Rank, yet to transition into the Apotheosis Realm.

It wasnʼt due to Cainʼs lethargy or weakening will, but the steeper challenges faced with ascending ranks. The notion of someone possessing Apotheosis Realm willpower before the age of eighteen was preposterous, with no historical precedent, even among past Emperors of the Godslayer Humankind.

Therefore, to invoke the power of Concepts, Cain had to ignite his Ego Wave, momentarily boosting his combat strength but leaving him vulnerable afterward, necessitating caution.

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On the third day following the conclusion of the Walk to Haven, Cain confronted a gargantuan fiery avian creature. Enveloped in red flames, its metallic feathers gleamed menacingly, moving with surprising agility despite its immense size. Read exclusive content at My Virtual Library Empire

Known as the Metal Flame Roc, this formidable creature harbored the potential to ascend to the ranks of a Grand King Beast!

Cain, augmented by the combined might of his Blood Wings and Asura Formʼs Second Gear, displayed remarkable speed, clashing repeatedly with the Rocʼs talons and wings. His Blood Nails deftly deflected the searing balls of flame and razor-sharp metallic feathers hurled at him.

”BOOOMMMMMM!”

A deafening explosion resonated throughout the expanse as Cainʼs blade met the Metal Flame Rocʼs beak head-on.

Even with Cainʼs robust physique, comparable to a Golden Wave Artifact and fortified by his Radiance of Strength, the impact was overwhelming. The taste of metal filled his mouth as he recoiled from the clash, being hurled backward.

Although the Metal Flame Roc yearned to pursue the audacious human who had dared challenge it, the confrontation had not spared it either. It took several moments to regain its composure and control.

However, once it did, a fierce killing intent radiated from its eyes. The flames enveloping it intensified, reaching temperatures so high that the surrounding oxygen ignited, setting the sky aflame for tens of thousands of meters.

”Kyeeer!”

The Metal Flame Roc unleashed a formidable cry as it dashed toward Cain, resembling a flaming meteor, carrying the destructive force akin to a nuclear weapon.

Just as Cain regained control over himself, he discerned the beastʼs ear-piercing cry. His gaze turned steely upon witnessing the fiery onslaught, powerful enough to have obliterated a large city in the Old World. Taking a deep breath, the obsidian aura surrounding Slaughter intensified, and his heartbeat amplified.

”THUMP!”

The moment Cainʼs heart shifted to Third Gear, he surged forward at an even greater velocity. His Ego Wave ignited, summoning the might of the Sundering Concepts.

”SHHHHH!”

No explosion, nor a burst of energy marked the moment Cain and the Metal Flame Roc confronted each other in the sky. Neither halted their momentum, continuing their trajectories for hundreds of meters before eventually coming to a standstill.