"Yu Hao."
A somewhat weary male voice, heavy with concern, rang out in his consciousness. It was Sky Dream Ice Silkworm.
"Our current condition isn't very good... After all, we only returned by merging with this artificial divine body, barely managing to avoid the Crimson Realm's erosion over the past ten thousand years."
"We may appear powerful, but our foundation is not yet fully stable. In particular, the fusion between our Spiritual Imprint and this body still needs time to settle."
"This peak strength cannot last long. Excessive expenditure will cause irreversible damage to our current state, giving the Crimson Realm an opportunity instead."
Huo Yuhao replied calmly in his heart:
"I know, Brother Sky Dream. That's why I'll end this as quickly as possible. I won't waste too much power on trivial matters or meaningless entanglements right now."
He raised his head again. Those Spirit Eyes that held a sea of stars seemed to pierce through space and distance, accurately fixing upon the villa outside Mingdu.
The next instant, his vast Spiritual Power, as boundless as a sea of stars and condensed almost into substance, carried cold, distinct words that resounded like the decree of heaven. In an instant, they spread to every corner of Douluo Star, echoing deep within the souls of every living being:
"Lu Jun—"
"Master of the Super Divine Artifact, the Ice Abyss Sword."
"I give you one month to adjust your condition, settle your affairs, and prepare yourself."
"One month from now, at sunrise, come see me at the former site of Shrek City."
"Fight me."
"If you refuse, I will regard you as a coward fleeing before battle. At that time, there will be no room for mercy."
"All living beings on this planet will obey me."
As his voice fell, the lingering