Kneel, or Die

Universe, Z-86 galaxy.

Led by the Beckett, the Dark Order fleet, guided by navigator Woz, rampaged through other people's homes.

Every planet that blocked their path was destroyed by the Star Destroyer Cannon.

Not even a trace was left.

The golden-winged "B" on the bow of the Beckett has become a nightmare for the federal government within the Z-86 system.

The Z-86 star system federal government, whose military strength was already weak, could only remain silent in grievance, like a wronged wife who dared not utter a sound, allowing the Dark Order army, led by the Beckett, to move freely within their star system.

"Your His Highness Beckett, we'll be there soon."

On the Beckett, the loyal sycophant The Other bowed respectfully and informed Beckett, who was sitting on the center console with his eyes closed.

"Which planets are showing unusual activity?" Beckett asked, opening his eyes.

"Not yet, our people are constantly monitoring the surrounding area."

"Woz."

"The interrupted signal has not been reconnected, Your His Highness Beckett. We are unable to determine Ego's location."

Woz, standing on the center console, scratched his head; there was really nothing he could do about this situation.

It can control warships to move safely through the explosions and waves of several or even a dozen planets, but the explosions of hundreds of planets... it does not yet have the ability to avoid them.

What was the response from the inhabitants of the Z-86 system?

"They responded that they did not know Ego and had never seen Star-Lord and Rocket in the video."

Woz presented Beckett with the plea for mercy from the high-ranking officials of the federal government in the Z-86 system.

"Pass the order: search."

Beckett simply ignored the federal government's plea for mercy messages from Z-86, pretending he hadn't seen them.

Why did he bring so many people out?

Isn't that precisely why it's meant to be useful in situations like this?

If hundreds of Star Core exploded at once, he might be unharmed, but the army in the Dark Order would likely be wiped out. And once they are wiped out, it's not something that can be resolved with just a written self-criticism.

Beckett knew exactly what was going on.

Let the pressure and panic spread throughout the Z-86 system, psychologically forcing those who might know of Ego's existence to reveal his exact location—that's what he should be doing now.

"Yes."

The Others received the order and, wielding the Mind Scepter, led the charge.

A quiet planet within the Z-86 star system.

The secluded environment was teeming with life, and Star-Lord, experiencing the power of God for the first time, was having a great time on the plains.

The silver energy tentacles flew through the air and burrowed underground, giving Star-Lord a novel experience he had never had before.

"Incredible, incredible!"

"This power..."

Star-Lord's weathered face radiated an irrepressible excitement.

In the blink of an eye, the weather can change dramatically, and even the heavens can change color.

The howling hurricane vanished in the blink of an eye.

The immense power brought Star-Lord an unprecedented sense of intoxication. Standing on this desolate planet, he felt like a god.

As Ego said, it is God!

"Everything I'm saying is true, son."

"I've been looking for you all these years."

"I once asked space pirates to bring you here, but in the end, nothing came of it."

"Although I am very angry about your act of selling that kind of thing, what can I do? You are my son."

"To be honest, this is also my biggest regret."

"I love you so much, yet it was only in my twilight years that I finally met you for the first time."

Ego, with his white hair, was slowly reflected in Star-Lord's eyes as the dark clouds dissipated. The dappled sunlight from the sky shone on him, and the golden, benevolent glow gradually erased the smile from Star-Lord's face.

Even though he had been told about his origins, even though he had awakened his divine powers, even though he understood that the old man in front of him was his biological father and that he hadn't lied, Star-Lord still found it hard to forgive him.

Star-Lord still remembers his mother's voice and appearance clearly at her bedside.

"Why?"

"Tell me."

"You are a god, you have the power to save my mother."

"But you weren't there when she needed you most."

With the help of divine power, the music playing in the Walkman spread across the plains, its calm and melodious saxophone tune perfectly matching the atmosphere.

"Child, even gods have weaknesses," sighed the white-haired Ego.

"I have an enemy whose name is Beckett."

Do you understand what I'm saying?

"Beckett?" Star-Lord's expression changed upon hearing the name.

"Wait, which Beckett? Is it the Beckett with black hair, black eyes, a perpetually cold face, and a red tail always coiled around his waist?"

The sudden urgency and precise description startled Ego: "You know him?"

"I ended up in Xandar Prison because of him." Star-Lord gritted his teeth as he spoke of Beckett, yet there was nothing he could do.

The situation was beyond his control; he had no chance of winning.

"...Wait, tell me in detail what happened to you." Ego's mood grew heavy, and he could no longer pretend to be kind.

After hearing what had happened, his face turned as black as the bottom of a pot, and he reached out and began to grope Star-Lord's body.

"???"

"Wait, what are you doing? What are you touching? Don't touch there!" Star-Lord was startled by Ego's sudden action.

"Don't move!"

After a harsh and hoarse voice, Ego, with a dark expression, pulled a tiny, dust-like Scouter from Star-Lord's body.

Snap!

The latest technological product from the Dark Order was instantly crushed to pieces!

"Damn it!"

"What did you do?!" Rage surged within him, and Ego stared wide-eyed, looking as terrifying as Beast ready to devour its prey.

"Wait, what did I do?"

"I didn't do anything! What was that?" Star-Lord looked completely innocent after being yelled at.

"That's our Dark Order's latest Scouter. It seems you've been paying close attention to the Dark Order lately, Ego."

Thump!!

A haughty voice, a figure descending from the sky.

Beckett, dressed in a loose-fitting black Battle Suit, slowly emerged from the swirling mist and dust.

He raised his head, his eyes filled with the joy of spotting his prey.

"Beckett!"

"How could this be?!" Star-Lord's pupils contracted sharply in shock.

"How did you find this place?" Ego asked grimly, his previous amiable demeanor completely gone from when he recognized Star-Lord.

His home planet has always been well hidden, even concealed within a vast galaxy cluster to avoid attracting attention.

Existing technology makes it impossible to discover his home planet.

How was Beckett found?

"Of course, it's because His Highness Beckett wise and mighty!" The Other, standing on a megaphone, showered the Beckett with praise, as countless spaceships gradually appeared on the azure horizon.

The pitch-black Star Destroyer Cannon were all aimed at the aged Ego.

"Star-destroying weapons are useless against me, you should know that, Beckett."

Behind Ego, silver tentacles suddenly appeared and danced wildly.

"Kneel down," Beckett commanded, unmoved.

"What?"

"I said..."

"Kneel down, now."

Beckett stretched out his right hand and pointed to his feet. His mocking gaze trampled on Ego's pride, which he called God.

"Or die!"

Boom!!!

The words had barely left his mouth when an arrogant, domineering golden wave of energy swept across the sky!

Tsk tsk, so it turns out he was a scumbag who cheated on three women and got caught on Christmas Eve. Today he actually chased after her to the front desk begging to get back together. Tsk tsk tsk ╮(￣▽￣)╭

Reality is indeed more bizarre than fiction. The guy was so smooth-talking; no wonder he could juggle three women. It's a pity the receptionist was such a nice person! (￣▽￣~)~

Ah, this damned love!

Being single is definitely the best way to go.

Having hot pot for dinner, it's a singles party for this young lady!

I absolutely refuse to admit I'm jealous. That scumbag cheated on his wife with three women, while I, the dignified "Louis Koo of Shangrao," don't even have a girlfriend (@￣ー￣@).