Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1210 - 548: Alliance? You’re Not Worthy

For the three individuals confined within this space, their options were grim and extremely limited.

However, with the sudden appearance of a new person, a flicker of hope ignited, regardless of whether this newcomer was an ally or an adversary.

What if this individual possessed the knowledge to guide them to an escape route?

Deng Ze's voice boomed out immediately, "Brother, were you also ensnared and brought into this Shadow World by that malevolent dragon?"

"Brother, when did you arrive here? We have been trapped for more than a month, how is it that we never encountered you?" Xu Haoyang inquired with urgency.

Ma Gaoxuan remained silent, yet his gaze was fixed on Liang Yuan, anticipating his response.

Liang Yuan's eyes widened in astonishment upon hearing Xu Haoyang's statement, "You have been trapped for over a month?"

Xu Haoyang let out a mournful sigh, "Yes, it was only just now that this Shadow World began its sudden collapse. We managed a narrow escape, but then the very terrain around us shifted dramatically... hmm?"

As the words left his mouth, his heart gave an abrupt lurch, and he snapped his head up to fix his gaze on Liang Yuan.

The other two, mirroring this sudden realization, instantly turned their attention to Liang Yuan.

Could such a bizarre coincidence exist in this world? A cataclysmic event unfolded externally, and precisely at that moment, this very person materializes within the Shadow World?

If they were to claim these two events were unrelated, none of the three would ever believe such a story.

Consequently, Xu Haoyang swiftly halted his speech and directed his unwavering stare at Liang Yuan, ceasing all further conversation.

Deng Ze promptly interjected, "Brother, how did you manage to enter this place?"

Liang Yuan offered no verbal reply, but at this precise moment, a cascade of previously perplexing questions in his mind began to resolve themselves.

"So, it took me over a month to successfully refine the Heart Core of the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth. A process that consumed such an extended period!"

"During the entire duration of the Heart Core refinement, I experienced no sensation of hunger whatsoever?"

Liang Yuan pondered this with considerable surprise, questioning whether the potent energy emanating from the Heart Core could negate the fundamental need for sustenance.

"It's no wonder my Points experienced such a massive surge, exceeding three hundred thousand. It must be the result of Yangshan's continuous efforts in slaughtering Mutant Beasts daily."

"Since the Points are accumulating, this indicates that Yangshan is, for the time being, safe and sound."

A profound wave of relief washed over Liang Yuan's heart.

Through the intricate transfer of cause and effect, the daily extermination of Mutant Beasts carried out by the Yangshan Slaughterhouse furnished him with invaluable Points.

Furthermore, by monitoring this consistent increase in Points, he could ascertain the current state of Yangshan.

If the Slaughterhouse remained stable and operational, it served as a clear indicator that Yangshan was likely secure, at least for the immediate future.

"So that explains why it's already snowing outside. It appears more than a month has indeed transpired."

"I wonder if those esteemed individuals from the Three Great Sects have managed to find their way to safety."

Liang Yuan's thoughts raced as he surveyed the three figures before him, finally speaking with a grave tone, "Me? Haha, you have likely all surmised the truth, so why persist with the questions?"

"The immense disturbance occurring outside, is it connected to you?" Ma Gaoxuan inquired pointedly.

Liang Yuan responded with a light chuckle, "Indeed, it is."

"You—you managed to refine the Heart Core?" Deng Ze exclaimed, taken aback.

He was keenly aware that only the Heart Core provided the absolute control necessary to manipulate the Floating Island's intricate terrain.

To exert dominion over the island's environmental conditions, its capricious weather patterns, and even the very distribution of its fauna, the Brain Core was the indispensable key.

Earlier, their desperate flight had scattered them, only for them to be instantly pinpointed by the formidable black dragon and forcibly drawn into the Shadow World.

This incident clearly demonstrated that the black dragon had successfully refined the Brain Core, enabling it to locate them with such alarming speed and precision.

If this individual before them possessed the capability to alter the terrain, it unequivocally signified his mastery over the Heart Core.

The trio, far from being simpletons, had immediately deduced these critical points.

"Who exactly are you?"

Ma Gaoxuan's gaze was locked onto Liang Yuan, an irresistible urge compelling him to ask the question.

Alas, within the confines of this Shadow World, individuals manifested merely as two-dimensional silhouettes, rendering any attempt to discern their true appearance utterly futile.

The three men strained their eyes, focusing intently on Liang Yuan, yet they remained incapable of perceiving anything beyond his shadowy form.

Liang Yuan responded with a knowing smirk, "Yangshan, Liang Yuan."

"What!"

"It's actually you!"

"Liang Yuan?"

The most visceral and immediate reaction came from Deng Ze, the revered Heavy Water Priest affiliated with the Water God Sect.

His countenance was etched with profound disbelief; despite having personally witnessed Liang Yuan's formidable prowess, the assertion that Liang Yuan had refined the Heart Core still strained credulity.

"Brother Deng, do you know him?" Xu Haoyang inquired quickly.

"Liang Yuan? That name does sound rather familiar..." Ma Gaoxuan's brow furrowed in thought.

It was back at the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth where Liang Yuan had executed a devastating maneuver – a Spatial Rift slash that had sent tremors through the very foundations of the island.

Ma Gaoxuan and the others, though unfamiliar with Liang Yuan by face, had certainly registered his name and the sheer power he displayed.

However, at that time, they had only heard the name in passing and had no direct personal interaction with him.

Now, after more than a month had elapsed, his name resurfaced, and naturally, immediate recognition did not dawn upon them.

Deng Ze drew a deep, steadying breath, "He is the Leader of Yangshan, a user of Spatial Abilities. Previously, he was encountered outside the island, where he unleashed a Spatial Rift slash that directly annihilated a vessel belonging to the Spiritual Ability Sect. You should recall this incident, shouldn't you?"

Upon hearing Deng Ze's explanation, Xu Haoyang and Ma Gaoxuan were instantly galvanized, their eyes widening in astonishment.

"It was him!"

"So, it was you all along!"

The two men could not help but regard Liang Yuan with a newfound sense of awe and amazement.

Calmly, Liang Yuan inquired, "Who might the three of you be?"

A brief silence descended upon the trio.

Liang Yuan let out a chuckle. "If you three refuse to speak, then so be it. I shall be on my way."

"Wait!"

The moment the words left his lips, Xu Haoyang called out, his voice laced with excitement as he pressed, "Do you possess a means of escape?"

Liang Yuan responded with a soft laugh, "I have already refined the Heart Core within this place. What is your assessment?"

These words immediately brought about a realization for the three individuals.

Xu Haoyang swiftly introduced himself, "I am Xu Haoyang, hailing from the Survivor Camp of Baoshan City."

Liang Yuan's eyebrows rose slightly, a touch of surprise evident that this person originated from Baoshan City.

He quickly followed up with a question, "To what attribute does your Superpower belong?"

"I wield the Light Attribute. Since Mr. Liang has successfully refined the Heart Core of this Floating Island, I readily concede defeat. Should Mr. Liang ever visit Baoshan City, you will undoubtedly receive a most cordial welcome."

Liang Yuan chuckled but offered no direct reply, shifting his gaze towards the remaining two.

"And who are the two of you?"

Deng Ze appeared hesitant. As the Heavy Water Priest of the Water God Sect, he recalled the recent conflict between his Sect and Yangshan. Revealing his identity now left him uncertain of Liang Yuan's reaction.

However, Ma Gaoxuan quickly interjected with a smile, "Greetings, Mr. Liang. I am Ma Gaoxuan, an agility-type Superpower User from Furong Valley in Ji’an City. I implore you to show us leniency."

"Should Furong Valley ever find itself in need of assistance, Mr. Liang, please do not hesitate to inform me."

Ma Gaoxuan and Xu Haoyang bore no ill will towards Liang Yuan.

On this occasion, all present had arrived at the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth solely to contend for the opportunity it presented.

Now that the outcome was decided with Liang Yuan refining the Heart Core, their hopes were dashed. Consequently, they chose to concede and appeal for mercy.

Generally, without a deep-seated mortal feud, a fight to the death was indeed unnecessary.

Liang Yuan remained silent for a moment, his gaze settling on Deng Ze as he inquired, "Why do you refrain from speaking?"

Deng Ze's voice was a little hoarse. "I... I am..."

Both Ma Gaoxuan and Xu Haoyang exchanged glances of surprise at Deng Ze's hesitation.

Xu Haoyang murmured, "Brother Deng, at this juncture, why do you hesitate? Should Mr. Liang decide against acting, you and I will be confined to this Shadow World indefinitely, with no knowledge of when we might depart."

Ma Gaoxuan concurred, adding, "Brother Deng, how has this past month been for you? Will you continue to endure this torment?"

Upon hearing their words, Deng Ze let out a profound sigh.

The oppressive, unending darkness of the Shadow World was something he could no longer bear, not for another moment.

Even immediate death seemed preferable to a slow demise within this desolate realm.

He then lifted his head, met Liang Yuan's gaze, and stated with solemnity, "I am Deng Ze, the Heavy Water Priest of the Water God Sect!"

The instant these words were uttered, Liang Yuan immediately let out a cold snort. "So, you hail from the Water God Sect. No wonder you were hesitant to reveal your identity!"

Deng Ze remained silent for a beat before responding, "I did not participate in the assault on Yangshan. That entire affair was orchestrated by the Plague Priest Han Tai."

"Ha, you attempt to imply this matter bears no relation to you?" Liang Yuan retorted with a sneer.

Deng Ze was rendered speechless. As one of the four prominent priests of the Water God Sect, he understood that had Han Tai succeeded in conquering Yangshan, he would have undoubtedly shared in the spoils. Thus, claiming complete detachment was an impossibility.

"Mr. Liang, I concede that the Water God Sect committed a grave error in their dealings with Yangshan Shelter. If you permit me to return, I shall ensure the entire Water God Sect restrains itself and regards Yangshan as a force equivalent to the Three Great Sects of Linjiang."

"I can even take the initiative on behalf of the Water God Sect to sign an alliance treaty with Yangshan, establishing a future pact between us..."

"Hahaha..."

Liang Yuan erupted into laughter, cutting him off before he could finish.

His laughter was drenched in sarcasm.

"Are all individuals within the Water God Sect as presumptuous as you?"

Liang Yuan queried, a hint of doubt in his voice after the outburst of laughter.

Deng Ze was taken aback and couldn't help but ask, "What?"

Liang Yuan's tone turned icy. "Fool, do you truly believe you can simply walk away after your Water God Sect trespassed upon my Yangshan?"

"You harmed my people, invaded my territory, and after I annihilated all the invaders, you now propose an alliance to settle this?"

"Ha, I genuinely cannot fathom who granted you the audacity to utter such nonsensical words."

"An alliance with me, are you even worthy of such a proposition?"

Liang Yuan's pronouncements caused a dramatic shift in Deng Ze's expression.

He had believed the terms he offered were sufficiently sincere.

Within Linjiang, how many factions could truly standcomparison with the Three Great Sects?

In his estimation, extending such an offer was already a significant concession.

Yet, Liang Yuan remained unyielding, perceiving only a condescending attitude from Deng Ze.

After delivering a slap to his face, he then turned and proposed they let bygones be bygones and remain friends.

Ha, how incredibly amusing.

"Liang Yuan, you fail to grasp the situation; our Three Great Sects are not to be compared with those lesser powers. Aside from the Spiritual Ability Sect, each of us possesses our own Floating Island, making us truly formidable forces capable of weathering the apocalyptic flood."

"Furthermore, we maintain a complete operational system and possess abundant resources..."

Liang Yuan let out a cold sneer, stating, "Once I am free, you will find yourselves stripped of all of it."

Deng Ze's countenance shifted dramatically, and he exclaimed with a mix of anger and disbelief, "Are you intending to instigate a war?"

"Ha, what else? You dared to assault my Yangshan and decimate so much of our established infrastructure; do you truly believe I would simply overlook such transgressions?"

"You... you, I concede, you possess considerable strength, but our Three Great Sects are far from the simple entities you perceive them to be."

"Should hostilities truly erupt, the Three Great Sects, acting in unified concert, would not permit the Spiritual Ability Sect and the Earth Mother Sect to remain idle spectators."

Deng Ze attempted to leverage the influence of the other two sects, seeking to intimidate Liang Yuan.

Liang Yuan merely offered a dismissive sneer, unperturbed.

He posed a singular question: "Deng Ze, rest assured, I am not so callous as to deny you a chance for survival."

"Considering your direct non-involvement in the invasion of Yangshan, I am willing to extend an opportunity. Swear your allegiance to me, pledge your submission, and I shall grant you clemency."

Deng Ze's expression contorted; as a venerable Heavy Water Priest of the Water God Sect, the notion of betraying his own sect was an insurmountable psychological barrier for him, at least in that moment.

Internally, he struggled to overcome this significant mental hurdle.

Liang Yuan chuckled softly, observing, "It appears you are unwilling."

"Then you shall remain confined here."

With those words, Liang Yuan ceased his attention on Deng Ze and turned his gaze toward the remaining two individuals.

"Xu Haoyang, Ma Gaoxuan."

Their spirits immediately lifted, and Xu Haoyang quickly interjected, "Esteemed Mr. Liang, we bear no ill will toward Yangshan, do we?"

Ma Gaoxuan swiftly added his agreement, "Indeed, Mr. Liang, our Furong Valley has never once trespassed upon Linjiang territory. Our sole purpose in venturing here was in pursuit of this very Floating Island, and we descended the river, never setting foot in Linjiang."

Liang Yuan offered a smile, acknowledging, "There is no need for apprehension; I am aware that neither of your factions harbors any animosity towards my Yangshan."

"However, it must be said, you two currently owe me no favors, correct?"

"You expect my assistance in extricating yourselves from this predicament based solely on words?"

"It seems highly improbable that providence would bestow such a fortuitous outcome without reciprocation, wouldn't you agree?"

Xu Haoyang and Ma Gaoxuan were taken aback by his directness.

Both being astute individuals, they immediately grasped the implication of Liang Yuan's words.

Xu Haoyang paused momentarily before inquiring, "Mr. Liang, what are your expectations?"

Ma Gaoxuan inwardly sighed, then beseeched, "Pray tell, Mr. Liang, what are your terms?"