The Army That Challenged Heaven

The 'moon' falling from the sky was completely shattered by Rovi, and the moonlight from high above once again shone on the world. But at this moment, the shadow that had fallen on everyone's hearts did not disappear; on the contrary, it became even heavier.

Because of the figure that appeared from the broken moon.

Because of that beautiful figure with flowing blonde hair and wearing a long white dress.

— Crimson Moon, Brunestud.

To be honest, even if Rovi were to unleash his full power at this moment, he might not be confident in suppressing Brunestud, who is empowered by the Moon Eye.

Whether or not he can win, or gain the upper hand in battle, depends on how much permission and assistance the Moon Eye will grant Brunestud.

Most people would probably have given in immediately, or even planned to leave and try to find other opportunities elsewhere.

But for Rovi, there was never such an option.

Because he no longer deliberately sought death.

But they are not afraid of death, and even seem to be drawn to it.

However, before that, there are still some things that need to be clarified. "Brunestud, if I remember correctly, you and Moon Eye should be enemies."

"Your existence should be the strongest life form on the moon, a stabilization device for the moon to maintain its stable existence on the mystical side..."

"But because the existence of the Moon Eye itself can stabilize the moon, the moon does not need you to maintain its stability, so—you and the Moon Eye should be enemies."

"He is there, but you are not."

"What reason do you have... to help it?" As Rovi spoke, he still maintained his enormous Machine God body and still manifested that indescribable, Nameless Chaos form.

But at the heart of the Machine God, in the core of the lava, the first humans also emerged at the same time.

The combined strength of the three systems is evident.

The combined power of the three 'initial' states surpasses that of ordinary initial states.

It is still the same as before.

It is already an extremely powerful planet.

In response, Brunestud simply raised his hand slowly. "No reason."

"I just want to die."

"I want to kill you, kill everyone who poses a threat to the moon—"

That's all!

Brunestud slowly opened her arms, her long golden hair flowing freely, and her crimson eyes shone with a dazzling red light, interwoven with seven colors, transforming into a colorful shadow.

That is the highest level of 'Rainbow's' Magic Eye.

"Are you in such a hurry to act? Or... are you feeling guilty?" Rovi spread his hands. "In the end, it's not that you want to help Moon Eye, it's that you have no choice but to help Moon Eye."

"You were defeated and imprisoned by Him, weren't you!?"

"Shut up, human!" Brunestud's face remained unchanged, but his voice suddenly turned icy and chilling.

The Blood Moon still hung low, but in the eyes of those below, it seemed to have gained an even deeper and more terrifying aura.

Thump, thump, thump... The heart pounded like thunder, and my heart raced.

"Did I guess right?" Rovi chuckled; it was actually 99% likely.

Moon Eye and Vermilion Moon cannot coexist.

Because the Vermilion Moon itself is the strongest life form born from the 'UO' of the moon.

Before her, the moon was empty and life did not exist.

However, just as countless Star Body in the vast sea of stars instinctively want to maintain their own existence, even without life, they will use the power of the planet to create a powerful life form.

Normally speaking, in order to maintain its own stability, the moon would also use the forces on its surface to nurture 'UO'.

However, if an extremely powerful entity suddenly appears on the moon, then the moon will no longer have this need.

Because there is a ready-made 'UO'.

Brunestud, and even less so, would have any need for birth.

Therefore, Brunestud and the Moon Eye are enemies, mortal foes where it's either one or the other.

Even if He is a collection of information from the vast archive of records extracted by the Moon Eye to document the infinite evolution of Earth, this relationship naturally dictates that He will never cooperate with the Moon Eye... He has no reason to help Brunestud.

Unless he has been defeated and imprisoned, and his pride as the Moon King has been worn away.

unless...

"I am the Moon Queen." Brunestud, her aura shimmering with iridescent light, appeared even colder. "Mere humans..." she declared.

"I am human, but I have never been defeated."

Rovi smiled and said, "You've been defeated by the computer."

"I am the ultimate moon..."

"But you've been defeated by computers before, haven't you?"

"I am the embodiment of the moon, the symbol of the night..."

"Indeed, you were not only beaten by a computer, but also locked up."

"..."

We can't talk today.

Brunestud sighed, instantly calmed down, and abandoned his conversation with Rovi.

Although she appeared calm on the outside, she was not actually completely at peace inside.

After all, what Rovi said was indeed a great humiliation to Brunestud.

Moreover, it was a humiliation that far exceeded Rovi's imagination—

"Twelve thousand years ago, we were born." Brunestud slowly raised his hand, his slender palm teasing the air, his raised fingers brushing against the moonlight falling from the sky.

The Moon King's clear, cool voice echoed in the evening breeze, calm yet like a volcano about to erupt.

Wandering through the world, it brought an even heavier sense of oppression to countless people. "As the manifestation of the moon, we are powerful and dominate the moon's authority. Even the UOs on other Star Body may not be our match."

The moon is not large, but it is not special.

Because it is close to Earth.

Earth has a unique existence, like the Sea of Stars.

While it can't achieve the same level of specialness as Earth, the moon's proximity to Earth has still affected it—just as there is an infinite Earth, there is also an infinite moon.

Because of a subtle connection between the moons of different worlds, the lunar surface has acquired a level of characteristics that surpasses those of ordinary Star Body in a mysterious realm.

The Vermilion Moon born on it is naturally powerful and unmatched. In the vast sea of stars, it even surpasses the power of other planets except Earth.

A strong foundation naturally breeds confidence.

But on that day, His confidence was shattered.

"The starship from outer space brought a pale giant who easily defeated us, absorbing and swallowing all our attacks. A cube that emerged from beneath the moon blocked his way."

"Only then did we realize the true vastness of the universe. The pale giant was but one of the countless starships. The crystal that appeared was right beneath our feet, yet we knew nothing of it."

Physically defeated, and psychologically frustrated once again.

After the Moon Eye defeated the Harvest Star Vanguard, the activated Crystal Computer could no longer return to its dormant state. Thus, it replaced Brunestud's position and swallowed and imprisoned Brunestud.

Only now has He finally seen the light of day again.

"If we defeat you, we will gain our freedom."

"This is the contract we made with the Moon Eye."

The wind howled fiercely, and the Blood Moon seeped even deeper.

Brunestud recounted his dark past without any hesitation.

Because in His eyes, all those people beneath His feet, whether they were Rovi or ordinary people, would die today.

At this moment, no one can leave.

"You are very strong."

"But you are no match for me, who has the aid of the Moon Eye— "

"Humans, gods, alien gods."

"Even with the power that comes with these three identities... you still cannot transcend the limitations of your own world."

"We have already reached the pinnacle of the world!"

As the words fell, an even more intense and deafening buzzing sound, louder than when the moon had set, resounded behind him.

The sky seemed to have collapsed, and a corner of the night slowly sank and fell, looking from afar like a huge curtain being weighed down by a heavy object, constantly sinking with a single point as its center.

The endless stars reflected in the vast night sky also tilted and fell at the same time.

Everyone looked up and saw, without a doubt, this was exactly the scene they were seeing.

Brunestud is the embodiment of the will of the 'Moon'.

'Moon' often also represents 'night'.

In the past, even during Brunestud's heyday, He was unable to reveal the night sky itself.

Because the night sky was shrouded in the vast planets, it was a power that vaguely exceeded the surface of the planet and was approaching a higher level of Star-making God.

But now, with the aid of the Moon Eye's computing power, which rivals that of the sun, and with the support of its enormous energy, Brunestud has accomplished something he could never have done before.

"To bring down the entire sky by Marble Phantasm?" Rovi understood, and knew that Brunestud was not only fulfilling his contract with the Moon Cell, but was also furious.

He felt... pressure.

Unparalleled, incomparable, immense pressure.

This fall from the night sky will be enough to tear the entire earth apart and shake the whole world.

From Rovi downwards.

Everyone will die, and all existence will crumble.

Brunestud opened his arms, his long golden hair flying, his eyes, gleaming with iridescent light, were filled with frost.

Kill them.

Not one left...

"Hahaha, interesting, interesting. Is this the power you possess?" Rovi, more pleased than surprised, remarked.

He had never encountered such a situation before!

Brunestud remained silent.

Why did He feel that this person was even more excited than He himself?

Silent, but without hesitation.

The sky slowly descended.

The tilted moon, the tilted night, the tilted stars—brilliant yet hazy.

Rovi raised his hand, and the massive Machine God simultaneously unfurled its enormous iron wings, while the chaotic Old Days God extended their endless tentacles.

The Trinity and the Trisolarans worked together. "If you want to kill me... then come and try!"

If I can die here, then this will be the end of my life, and my name will be etched in history. That would be enough to make me feel at peace!

"Whether you live or die, let me see just how capable you really are, Brunestud!"

"Ha ha ha—"

Brunestud tilted his head, confused... Why did he feel like he was the one who was going to be beaten to death?!

Is this an illusion? This must be an illusion!

The Moon King, with his flowing golden hair, took a deep breath, his slightly exposed, full chest heaving. "Mere humans, all they do is create mystique?"

Her crimson eyes shimmered with iridescent light, making them appear even more dazzling.

Rovi grinned, fully prepared.

But before that...

The Primordial Human stepped forward, and with a clang, slowly drew the sword from his waist—the sword that served as Advisor of Rome and, in this instance, as the commander of the army.

He looked down, his eyes, a blend of gold and red, reflecting the person who was also looking up at him.

A sound rang out, and a sound echoed.

He spoke loudly, "My soldiers, you have done very well in this war, which is not just about conquest, by crossing thousands of mountains and conquering countless hordes, obeying the Will of Rome."

"This is enough. Along the way, your swords have shown their glory. You are proud of Rome, and Rome is glorious because of you."

"But what follows is my battlefield, not yours."

"You have fulfilled your duties."

"Next—"

"Then, leave it to me!"

Rovi slowly raised the sword in his hand, and a dazzling stream of light bloomed between heaven and earth. It was a sword called 'Rome', and also the Will of Rome.

With this, he gave his final command as a Roman: "I now command you, after this, break camp and go home!"

A commotion erupted, a sudden gust of wind arose, and the 100,000-strong Roman Army, along with countless banners, fluttered wildly at the same time, as if responding to Rovi's voice, pointing westward, towards the direction of their home.

"This is my last mission as the commander of Rome!" Regardless of who wins or loses this battle against Brunestud, he has no intention of returning.

"Next... it's all up to you, Einzbern." In the central command tent, the Commander's Secretary, holding a book, opened her crimson eyes. Listening to the message relayed by Rovi, she tossed her long, silver-white hair and sighed, "What a troublesome person... But, what can I do? You're my lover."

She slowly stood up, her skirt fluttering as she looked towards the door.

This was agreed upon beforehand; after Rovi left, the army would be handed over to Einzbern so that she could lead them home.

The Goddess of Wisdom and War, commanding an army of 100,000, had no problem whatsoever.

but...

"I'm afraid things won't go as you wish." Einzbern lifted the curtain and stepped outside.

Merlin, perched atop the tent, slowly rose to her feet.

"Lord Rovi..." Atop the towering watchtower of the camp, Boudica gripped the money at her waist.

She looked up at the sky.

The one standing in the heavens saved her homeland, Britannia.

Boudica was initially angry that he wouldn't let her return to her homeland, but at times, she was also sincerely grateful to him for taking her on this long journey, allowing her to experience the true splendor of the world.

Along the way, she has come to hope that this road can continue to extend.

Now, however, Rovi has given his final order.

He abandoned his return.

He abandoned his triumphant return.

"This is against the honor of the Roman Army." Boudica slowly drew his sword from his waist.

Standing beside her, Barghest watched Boudica draw her sword, and she... smiled, "That's right."

"This is also against the Fey's Delight, my lord, Your Majesty."

The red fairy manifested as Dark Sun in the air.

"The return journey... a triumphant return?"

Swaying, a Roman soldier gripped his sword tightly.

A young barbarian warrior, halfway through the journey, whispered, "I once resented you, resented you who led your army to conquer our homeland, you killed our god... Afterwards, I witnessed my homeland being changed because of you, and witnessed the greatness of civilization."

"I have no complaints. I want to continue down this path!"

An old soldier, who had fought his way here, slightly raised his spear. "Your orders, we have always obeyed..."

"This time, it's different from before."

"I--"

"Us."

"We are the Sword of Rome, your soldiers, but we are also human beings."

"So this time..."

"We... we will not obey!"

At the same time, thousands of soldiers raised their swords.

Thousands of soldiers raised their spears high, standing like a forest.

Thousands of javelins were thrown out.

Thousands of shields stood side by side, pointing skyward.

The roar of the dragon and the rumble of machinery roared into the sky at the same time.

Night was still falling.

Rovi wanted to fight against the falling night sky with his own strength, but he stopped at the same time.

He suddenly looked down at the ground.

Thousands of sparks, thousands of people, countless wills...

At the same time, they all followed their own nature.

This was the first time the soldiers had disobeyed Rovi's orders.

For the first time, this Roman 'sword' has come to have its own ideas.

Life on the sword.

And then... a dazzling light shone forth!

"I will not hesitate to help you take this sword home." Einzbern stood before the tent, a smile on her face, "Because this Sword of Rome, has developed its own will."

"To protect our honor."

"Protect your... glory!"

The Dragon of Albion circled the sky like a dazzling aurora. The combat-type vanguard mechs, under Barghest's control, displayed a colossal and fearless posture. Bufan Xi slowly expanded the signal coverage area, uniting the hearts of thousands of soldiers.

At this moment, thousands of soldiers drew their swords as if breaking out of a camp.

They embarked on a new journey.

But it was not meant to strike at the human world.

is toward the sky——

An expedition has been launched!