Revered One God's Eye!

The black vertical eye slowly shifted under everyone's gaze, finally transforming into a tall, well-built man.

He had sharp eyebrows, piercing eyes, a straight nose, and a handsome face that was almost ethereally beautiful.

The closed vertical eye in the center of his brow added an extra layer of mystery.

Even more unsettling was the palpable pressure emanating from him, so substantial it felt tangible, several times stronger than the third-order Profound Connection Realm Blood Eye Protector from before.

Wang Lang couldn't help but mutter to himself:

This person's aura of power is subtly above mine!

Not in terms of appearance, but that natural, as-if-integrated-with-the-laws-of-heaven-and-earth kind of temperament.

The red-robed man, though strong, ultimately carried a hint of wickedness and deliberate intent.

But this one before me, every movement is natural, as if he was always meant to look down upon all beings.

Under such pressure, not only Wang Lang, but all the Demon Subduing Division personnel felt like they were facing a formidable enemy.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on Wei Qing's forehead, while Centurion Zhao, Patrolman Li, and the others could barely breathe carefully.

They had never experienced such a level of oppressive pressure in their lives.

Just then, in the distance, from the direction of the Star Gazing Platform, the nine-in-one blood-red pillar of light finally dimmed completely.

The fragments of the Mask of Immortality, suspended in mid-air, flashed with a faint light before being casually pocketed by the black-robed man.

Only then did he truly turn his gaze towards Wang Lang and the others.

"I am Revered One God's Eye, of the Kunlun God Sect."

"Our sect has been planning for three years, stirring up countless disturbances across the eight provinces of the Limitless Dynasty, all for this object."

"Yet, you not only killed the Blood Eye Protector but also nearly caused our sect's scheme to fail."

"Boy, how do you think I should deal with you all?"

As the words fell, the faces of the Demon Subduing Division members changed drastically.

A look of realization and solemnity flashed in Wei Qing's eyes.

For months, apart from the Central Province of the Limitless Dynasty, demonic unrest had erupted in the other eight provinces.

The higher-ups in the Demon Subduing Division had long suspected manipulation, but had never found concrete evidence.

Now, they learned it was the work of this Kunlun God Sect!

Centurion Zhao and Patrolman Li exchanged glances, both recalling the three Second-Order Demons in Qinglin City.

If not for Wang Lang being in the Spirit Condensation Realm, the entire city would likely have become a ghost town.

Thoughts raced through everyone's minds, but no one dared to speak rashly.

Wang Lang took a deep breath, forcing himself to calm down.

If he had a choice, he truly didn't want to fight this Revered One God's Eye.

Killing the red-robed Protector was due to surprise and the full burst of Intentional Blast Punch.

But the feeling this person gave him was completely different.

It was like a rabbit facing a fierce tiger; no matter how strong the rabbit was, it knew it couldn't win through brute force.

But Wang Lang knew that showing fear now would be courting death.

He forcefully suppressed his turbulent emotions, forcing his voice to sound steady:

"Senior's methods are profound. How you wish to deal with us should already be decided in your heart. My guesses would be of no use, however..."

He changed his tone, meeting Revered One God's Eye's gaze with determination:

"Since Senior has not attacked directly but instead asked for my opinion, I surmise there is still room for negotiation."

"If Senior has any guidance, this junior will listen with rapt attention."

Revered One God's Eye smiled slightly at his words:

"You are quite calm, and possess a bit of cleverness. But before that, do you know the origin of my Kunlun God Sect?"

Wang Lang pondered for a moment and truthfully replied:

"To my knowledge, your sect often consorts with demons, causes chaos, and slaughters living beings. It is universally recognized as an evil cult."

"Evil cult?" Revered One God's Eye chuckled and shook his head. "The world only sees the surface, not the truth."

"Do you know that in our world, there is the Yin Extremity True God and the Yang Extremity True God?"

"These two gods have slumbered at the poles of heaven and earth for over ten thousand years."

"However, as heaven and earth cycle and yin and yang alternate, these two gods will awaken one after another within a hundred years."

"When they are fully awakened, this realm will fall into imbalance, its inhabitants will suffer, and all things will return to silence."

These words struck like thunder in everyone's ears.

Wei Qing's face turned ashen. She had seen the words Yin Extremity and Yang Extremity True God in some ancient secret scripture fragments, but had always dismissed them as ancient myths.

Centurion Zhao and the others were completely bewildered, yet their spines chilled.

Wang Lang's heart skipped a beat.

These words... sounded so familiar?

He remembered, Grandmaster Tianhai's letter!

These words... were similar to what Grandmaster Tianhai wrote in his letter!

Except Grandmaster Tianhai's letter spoke of the two gods reviving after a thousand years.

But this Revered One God's Eye claimed it would only be a hundred years!

Without waiting for him to ponder further, Revered One God's Eye continued:

"In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures must be taken."

"The Mask of Immortality is a fragment formed from the power of the Yin Extremity True God, scattered into nine pieces across the world."

"Our sect collects these fragments not to obtain divine power, but to seal them with a secret technique, delaying the awakening of the Yin Extremity True God and buying time for all living beings."

He looked at Wang Lang, his gaze intense. "Do you now understand that what our sect does is not to bring disaster, but to save the world?"

His words were spoken with righteous indignation, and combined with his unfathomable cultivation and extraordinary aura, they actually stirred a desire in people to believe him.

If you feel this book is good, remember to add it to your bookshelf to avoid losing it next time.

But Wang Lang remained silent for a moment, then slowly shook his head.

"I do not agree."

"To collect the fragments of the Mask of Immortality, you would allow demons to slaughter a city?"

"To delay the true god's revival, you would sacrifice innocent lives?"

"If this is the way to save the world, then this world is not worth saving."

The smile on Revered One God's Eye's face gradually faded.

The atmosphere suddenly froze.

However, the expected thunderous rage did not come.

Revered One God's Eye merely gave Wang Lang a deep look and asked:

"Do you, wish to join our sect?"

The turn of phrase was too sudden, and everyone was taken aback.

"The Blood Eye Protector is dead, and our lineage is in need of someone."

"You can defeat a Profound Connection Realm cultivator while only in the Spirit Condensation Realm; your talent and character are both excellent."

"If you join our sect, I can personally guide you. Within three years, you will surely reach the Profound Connection Realm."

"At that time, resources will be tilted towards you, and the position of Protector can be yours. It is not impossible for you to enter the Dao Integration Realm in the future."

He paused and added:

"Furthermore, if you do not agree with our methods, why not join the sect and play the game yourself?"

"Using the path you believe in to save the people you wish to save, wouldn't that better reflect your true heart?"

The invitation was abrupt, but given Revered One God's Eye's status and vision, it was also logical.

The strong cherish talent; it has always been so.

The potential Wang Lang had displayed was worthy of his recruitment.

All eyes were on Wang Lang.

Wang Lang knew he had to give an answer.

He met the profound gaze, cupped his fists, and said:

"Senior invites me to play the game, granting me the opportunity to save the world with my own path. Wang Lang is indeed moved."

"However, your sect's game is too grand. I am weak and cannot move this game board, which uses countless corpses as the stakes and a sea of blood as the pattern."

Wang Lang was well aware of his own limitations.

It was the same saying: one can only eat as much as their bowl can hold.

And then ask for more if it's not enough.

But for someone in the Spirit Condensation Realm to try and play a game to save the world?

That was no laughing matter.

It sounded good, all this talk of resources and personal guidance...

But where in the world was there a free lunch?

As everyone knew, there were only a few ways to make someone's cultivation advance rapidly.

Either through a direct infusion of power or by practicing evil arts.

Infusion? It sounded risky.

Are there any side effects?

For example, memory loss, drastic personality changes?

Damn, why does this process sound so familiar?

Isn't this the prerequisite package for soul possession!

He has the top-tier orange trait Innate Qi, and he can become infinitely stronger by taking steady steps. Why take the risk?

If he has the opportunity to reach the pinnacle in the future and can use his will to support the common people, then they can discuss it.

As for today, he can only walk the steady path beneath his feet. If he can save them, he will. If he can't, at least his conscience will be clear.

As soon as he refused, Xiong Yue, Centurion Zhao, and others' eyes flashed with admiration.

Wei Qing also secretly breathed a sigh of relief, but then became extremely vigilant.

Refusing such a powerful figure could lead to unpredictable consequences.

But Revered One God's Eye did not get angry.

"You have principles, which is a good thing."

"However, the Blood Eye Protector is, after all, a member of our sect. His combat power at the Third-Order Profound Connection Realm is rare even in the entire Limitless Dynasty."

"He died by your hand, and it would be inappropriate for me to show no reaction."

Although his words were gentle, Wang Lang and the others' hearts tightened.

Revered One God's Eye raised his right hand and pointed to the sky: "How about this, I will make one move."

"If you can survive, this matter will be considered settled."

As his voice fell, his figure began to fade.

He didn't fly away or teleport, but rather slowly dissipated into the air like an ink drop falling into water.

"What's going on?" Patrolman Li looked around in confusion.

"Didn't he say he was going to make a move? Where is he?" Another patrolman nervously scanned his surroundings.

"No!" Wang Lang suddenly looked up at the sky.

Everyone was startled by his sudden shout and subconsciously followed his gaze.

The next moment!

Almost everyone gasped in shock!

They saw a crimson point of light rapidly expanding in the deepest part of the sky.

"A... a sky stone..."