Li Pu and the other two exchanged glances, then simultaneously cupped their hands in salute toward the figure atop the platform. Their voices were respectful but neither servile nor humble. "Greetings, Lord Asura God."
Though they felt reverence and awe for this supreme God King who presided over slaughter, they did not possess the slightest trace of sycophancy.
After all, they were all chosen ones. Their future achievements might not necessarily fall short of those so-called God Kings and deities.
The Asura God nodded slightly, his dark crimson gaze sweeping over the three of them with a hint of satisfaction. "A hundred consecutive victories in the Hell Slaughter Arena, and passage through Hell Road. Your strength, temperament, and desire to kill are all sufficient for you to inherit my legacy."
"However," he said, shifting the subject as his tone abruptly became grave, "the Hell Slaughter Arena and Hell Road were merely the beginning of the tests. The trials to come are the true priority—and the reason you exist in this world."
Li Pu raised an eyebrow and was the first to ask, "May I ask what new trial Lord Asura God speaks of?"
The Asura God did not answer directly. Instead, he slowly raised his right hand.
Three streaks of golden light flew from his palm and landed before the three of them.
As the light faded, three palm-sized golden toads floated quietly in the air. Their entire bodies appeared to be forged from pure gold, while their eyes were two white gemstones. They looked adorably foolish, yet emitted a strange ripple of power.
"These are Demon-Extinguishing Golden Toads." The Asura God's voice carried unquestionable authority. "Douluo Continent has now been sealed by a mysterious power, and a great number of Heavenly Demons from beyond the domain have appeared. We