Past Years

A card fell, and a ball of light condensed in front of him.

The light dispersed, revealing a creature with a pointed head, thick black hair cascading down its back, bronze skin exposed all over, muscles defined one after another, and sharp claw blades protruding from its limbs.

Roar!

Gazelle let out a low growl, and an aura far exceeding that of a level 15 Lord-class BOSS immediately emanated from its body.

Even with the enhancement of the Gust Fan, a three-star Kuriboh only had an attack power of 4800 and a defense of 3000, yet it could still hold its ground against the Earth Python Lord.

This time, however, Xiao Wen had summoned a four-star monster, with a comprehensive attack power of 6000 and a defense of 4800 – far stronger than a Kuriboh. It was more than enough to deal with these two.

"Holy crap! Is that a summoned beast?"

From a distance, Flame Emperor's mouth twitched, speechless for a long time.

The pressure from this summoned beast was far greater than any level 7 Lord-class BOSS he had killed before!

Wind Emperor slashed out, hitting Gazelle and instantly landing a critical hit.

Critical Hit!

HP -1.

Looking at the damage value, Wind Emperor's mouth twitched, calling it an eyesore.

"I'm not playing anymore, not playing! It's no fun. I say, Misty Young Master, this is too boring. If you want to compete, compete properly. Why summon such a monstrous summoned beast? No wonder you could kill a level 15 Lord BOSS. If I had one this strong, I could take down King-tier, no, Emperor-tier BOSSes!"

Feng Luoqing said irritably, no longer intending to continue the fight.

The two of them had already guessed Xiao Wen's identity.

It was obvious that someone who could make Zhao Shengquan, one of the reclusive Gemini, come out to help block the Flame Dragon Guild was no ordinary person.

Moreover, the Martial Skill Xiao Wen had used just now to counter Flame Emperor's fireball was the very same one developed by that person years ago when fighting Zhao Shengquan.

Flame Emperor, standing beside them, opened his mouth but said nothing.

Although he and Feng Luoqing had intended to test Xiao Wen by ambushing him, their primary motive was retaliation.

After all, the two of them had been thoroughly suppressed by Xiao Wen back then.

However, that life of being crushed, while difficult, was not entirely bad. At least, he had always been the one holding up the sky above Kyushu.

Even though he had always played the role of a mysterious figure, never appearing in public, and most people only saw his unfamiliar name on the rankings.

But five years was enough to fade many things.

After Xiao Wen disappeared, the entire burden of the Kyushu game world fell upon them. Facing that god-like existence, they could only look up from afar, unable to catch up.

In recent years, all the pressure had fallen upon them, making them feel suffocated.

It was impossible to say they held no grudges, which was why they had conspired with Feng Luoqing to launch a surprise attack, wanting to test the waters.

The two of them had initially intended to put up a fight, but now, seeing Xiao Wen summon the [Phantom Beast King Gazelle] with a mere gesture, they lost all desire to continue.

Fight?

Fight what?

Summoning a creature stronger than a Lord-class BOSS with a flick of his wrist, how could they possibly fight?

"Come on, it's been so many years, and Brother Yan, you've only gotten more flamboyant. The name Tianyan Jiulong, besides you, no one else would dare to use it."

Xiao Wen laughed heartily, retracting Gazelle with a wave of his hand and walking towards Flame Emperor.

However, having learned from the previous encounter, Xiao Wen did not go for a hug but instead bumped fists with the two men.

"Brother Feng, you too. Five years without seeing each other, and your swordsmanship has only gotten sharper. It's either critical hits or armor penetration. It seems your understanding of the way of the sword has reached a new level," Xiao Wen said, turning to Feng Luoqing and smiling.

Feng Luoqing was speechless for a long time, staring at Xiao Wen, with faint tears shimmering in his eyes.

How many years had it been? That young man who was once comparable to a god had finally returned!

"You brat, you left without a word back then, not even leaving a message for your brothers. You don't even say hello when you come back this time," Feng Luoqing said, patting Xiao Wen's shoulder and scolding him with a laugh.

The camaraderie between men was like an abyss and a river, yet it needed no words. All their feelings were hidden deep within their hearts, and a single glance was enough to convey everything.

Xiao Wen replied with a smile, and the three of them gathered to chat about many things, including the previous game.

In the last game, although Kyushu had defended its territory, they had also suffered a devastating defeat, falling far behind that other server.

The reason was the absence of someone who could contend with that god-like existence during the previous battle.

Even Wind Emperor, now hailed as one of the Four Emperors, could only hold out for fifty moves at most against that person under the same equipment and level.

It was the same in the final chapter of the previous game. The Kyushu server had already gained a decisive advantage in the overall battle. As long as they could maintain the situation, Kyushu would undoubtedly become the number one!

But at that moment, that person made his move, descending like a god. Even Wind Emperor, Feng Luoqing, the leader of the Four Emperors, could only withstand fifty moves.

After fifty moves, his health bar was depleted, and his life was extinguished.

It was precisely because of that person's existence that Kyushu's top-tier combat power was wiped out. The advantage built over several days collapsed instantly, leading to their ultimate defeat!

"I watched the recording of that battle. That person's strength is even greater than before. I am still far from being his match," Xiao Wen replied in a low voice.

Although he couldn't enter the game for five years, it didn't stop him from paying attention to everything.

Paying attention to these old brothers of his.

"You've become stronger. But you're still young; given time to grow, you will undoubtedly become an existence that can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with him! This is the thought of most of us, and it's also the reason why the Flame Emperor and I have come to find you!" the Wind Emperor said solemnly.

"The Kyushu of today is no longer the Kyushu of the past. In this game of 'Phantom Gods,' besides the familiar faces like us, there are quite a few unexpected new ones. These individuals are not weak; many of them possess strength comparable to King-tier players, and some have even reached the threshold of Emperor-tier."

As he spoke, the Wind Emperor glanced at the Flame Emperor, who stood beside him with a proud expression.

Xiao Wen understood instantly, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.

"King-tier players, and even a few who have reached the Emperor-tier threshold... it seems those in charge of Kyushu are getting anxious this time, even bringing out the people they've been cultivating in secret. Brother Yan, you've fought them before, how did you find it?"