Closest to the low, octagonal altar, two burly men clad in black magical light leather armor were slowly escorting a middle-aged man with long blue hair toward the altar. Behind them stood the stiff corpses of four or five powerful experts, almost all of whom had been killed in a single blow. Some still retained the sinister smiles they had before death, and their bodies still emanated considerable power fluctuations, though they had been stripped of their life force. The corpses were not cold and remained in combat postures, clearly indicating that they had only recently died.
Clearly, the terrifying Dou Qi that Sun Fei had just sensed came from the fight between these individuals.
Sun Fei could clearly sense that the two burly men, who appeared to be low-ranking guards, were surprisingly strong, probably around the High-Tier New Moon Class. They seemed to have military backgrounds, exuding an aura of iron and blood. The blue-haired middle-aged man, on the other hand, was as deep and unfathomable as a bottomless pit. Even with Sun Fei's Nightmare Difficulty level 40 Barbarian strength, he couldn't perceive the man's true strength. However, the Barbarian's keen sixth sense told King Majesty the King—danger, this person is extremely dangerous, do not provoke him.
At the same time, Sun Fei also had a strange feeling—this person's aura gave him a strange sense of familiarity, as if he had seen this blue-haired middle-aged man somewhere before. However, His Majesty the King tried hard to recall, but could not remember when he had seen this terrifying expert.
As the three men ascended the altar step by step, the atmosphere suddenly became tense. Sun Fei could clearly feel that the moment the blue-haired middle-aged man stepped onto the altar, an uncontrollable commotion erupted from the surrounding thirty-odd powerful figures.
Some powerful figures stared intently at the three figures, their eyes flashing with madness and fervor. Sun Fei could clearly sense that these people were eager to stop the three. However, the five corpses standing behind the three were like the most glaring sight, ultimately reminding the powerful figures and making them reluctantly suppress their impulse to intervene.
"Could there be something strange about this altar?" Sun Fei wondered a little when he saw this.
He remained standing at the edge of the plaza, not daring to rush over and disrupt the fragile balance that the many powerful figures had painstakingly maintained by suppressing their urge to attack, lest he become the target of everyone's anger. He calmly observed how things were unfolding.
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the three blue-haired middle-aged men leisurely ascended the altar, their expressions as relaxed as if they were admiring flowers. They paid no attention to the many powerful figures behind them. Stepping onto the altar, they easily looked around before finally standing beneath a structure resembling a Teleport to the Diablo World's [ Arcane Sanctuary ], located directly north of the octagonal altar.
Next, we just wait.
The three stood still, unhurried and calm, observing the other powerful figures below the altar.
"Haha, now there are still seven [ Elemental Gate ] left. My Saint-Germain Empire will occupy one of them. I wonder if any of you experts have any objections?" The Saint-Germain Crown Prince, the charming and amorous Crown Prince Gilano, wore a lazy smile on his handsome, almost bewitching face. He glanced around at the many powerful figures, his gaze pausing slightly when it swept over Sun Fei. He gave Sun Fei a barely perceptible nod, then laughed heartily, and with his four beautiful concubines, he strode towards the altar.
"Bah! What is the Saint-Germain Empire? Just a tiny second-tier empire, yet it dares to be so arrogant?"
"Exactly! A junior with only Mid-Tier New Moon Class strength, doesn't know his own limitations, and dares to presume to covet a seat in the [ Elemental Gate ]? Get your four women and get lost, lest you throw your lives away."
"Heh heh, with so many powerful figures gathered beneath the Elemental Altar today, only the eight strongest will be able to occupy one of the eight [ Elemental Gate ]. By harnessing the power of the [ Elemental Gate ], they can bypass the insurmountable Level 35 difficulty zone and directly enter the Level 36 difficulty zone to obtain that legendary opportunity. Trying to intimidate others with the name of some empire? Heh heh, kid, you've got your wishful thinking wrong. Even if a Level 9 empire expert came, I doubt anyone would dare disobey!"
"You transvestite who looks like a woman, leave your four bitches behind and get out of here right now, or else... hehe!" Someone in the crowd had lustful thoughts about the four stunningly beautiful maids with different temperaments beside Gilano. This was not surprising, as all four women were peerless beauties, some cold and aloof, some pure and innocent, some fiery and some noble. Even those powerful people with well-rounded minds would have a considerable attraction to them.
Upon hearing this, Sun Fei frowned slightly.
His King now understood that the low, octagonal altar that had attracted so many powerful figures was none other than the [ Elemental Altar ], one of the important buildings that the Necromancer Hasselbaink had solemnly mentioned when introducing the [ God and Demon Palace ] to him.
Legend has it that the God and Demon Palace Complex is divided into thirty difficulty levels. However, the most difficult to traverse is not the highest level, the thirtieth level, but rather the second to last, the thirty-fifth level. It is said that since the opening of the God and Demon Palace Complex, only a handful of peak Great Sun Class experts have successfully crossed the thirty-fifth level difficulty area with their bare hands. All other experts who attempted to cross the thirty-fifth level difficulty area without the aid of the [ Elemental Gate ] perished within it. Therefore, the thirty-fifth level difficulty area has long been known as the ' Death God Zone ', a name that strikes fear into the hearts of all.
The [ Elemental Altar ] before us has eight protruding corners on four sides, each with an [ Elemental Gate ] built on it, resembling a Teleport array. If eight powerful individuals at the Half Moon Class or above are gathered to activate the [ Elemental Altar ], the [ Elemental Gate ] can be opened. Through the [ Elemental Gate ], one can directly cross the most terrifying ' Death God Zone ' and enter the legendary, safe, and highly promising Level 36 difficulty area—the very core area of the [ God and Demon Palace ].
These rumors had been carefully explained to Sun Fei by the experienced Necromancer before he entered the [ Gate of Gods and Demons ]. Now, hearing the commotion and disputes among the crowd, King Majesty the King quickly understood the reason behind it.
No wonder so many powerful individuals have gathered here; it turns out they are vying for the eight qualifications to occupy the [ Elemental Gate ].
Legend has it that the [ Elemental Gate ] can only open once every twenty years, and a maximum of five people Teleport in each time. This is why the competition is so fierce. If you miss this opportunity, you will have to wait until the [ Gate of Gods and Demons ] opens again in twenty years.
If that's the case, Sun Fei must occupy a [ Elemental Gate ] qualification.
He must enter the core area of the [ God and Demon Palace ] to find the [ God and Demon Altar ] to Cleansing the corrupted [ Worldstone ] and rescue his two sleeping lovers.
However, Sun Fei did not make any rash moves before the situation in the competition became clear.
Because he could sense that, apart from the unfathomable blue-haired middle-aged man who had already secured a [ Elemental Gate ] qualification, there were several other terrifyingly powerful individuals among the many strong people present, extremely dangerous and beyond his current strength to contend with.
Originally, with the help of that mysterious map, Sun Fei Sun Fei have secretly arrived here ahead of time. Unfortunately, due to limitations in his strength, he had to enter the Diablo World twice on his way here to improve his power, which delayed him by about twelve or thirteen hours. As a result, many powerful individuals arrived here later. However, arriving ahead of time was useless, because the Teleport function of the [ Elemental Altar ] can only be activated when eight experts simultaneously transfer energy.
Upon hearing that Crown Prince Gilano of Saint-Germain had been harassed by numerous powerful figures, Sun Fei's heart stirred. He recalled that when they first met a little over a month ago on Martial Saint Mountain, this flamboyant crown prince was only at the seventh or eighth level of the Early-Tier New Moon Class. With such strength, let alone the qualification to compete for a [ Elemental Gate ], he probably wouldn't even be able to reach the thirty-fourth difficulty area. Yet now, this alluring man had easily made it here. Had his strength increased again?
Sun Fei had always felt a slight sense of gratitude towards this expert who had once helped Krasic. If he were to encounter difficulties now, His Majesty the King would not mind lending a hand once. However, Sun Fei did not immediately offer his support to Gilano. This crown prince of the Saint-Germain Empire was not a reckless person. His high-profile behavior must mean he had something to rely on.
Sure enough, Gilano's loud laughter soon followed.
He swiftly grasped a small, jet-black staff in mid-air, rapidly chanting a short, obscure incantation. Instantly, the black crystal sphere at the staff's tip burst forth with streaks of dark purple flame, and a terrifying aura of power erupted, surging like a raging torrent and filling the entire space. Galano, wielding the black staff, appeared like a god descending to earth, his figure instantly growing tall and imposing, and even his four previously silent maids seemed as powerful as battle Goddess.
The dark purple light was like the Summon of death, transforming into several lightning-fast arrows, sometimes slow, sometimes fast, shooting towards the experts who had previously insulted the romantic prince.
Shockingly, the top experts didn't even manage to Dodge; they were directly hit, and their bodies were quickly enveloped in black flames. In less than a fraction of a second, three or four people, along with their armor and weapons, vanished into nothingness, as if they had never existed.
silence!
A deathly silence!
Second update.
Many thanks to the generous donations from the author "Tufei Ge De Ge"! Also, thanks to the following authors for their support: Feng Leihen, Chi Xianglie, Feichang Ningmeng, Zongheng Brand Person, Chi Xianglie, Mars Train, and Shanyanye. This is the third update today.
This morning I accompanied my father to his physical exam. Xiaodao realized I hadn't had a checkup in over two years since I started writing, so I decided to get one too. Who knew what I'd find! He has severe fatty liver disease! Good heavens! I need to go on a crazy diet. To all my overweight brothers out there, health is the most important thing.