Awakening The Weakest Talent: Only I Level Up Chapter 1146: 1146 Obtaining Information

Within the confines of the cage, Kane raised his head slowly, locking eyes with Lu Yu. “It ends here. I am willing to share everything you wish to uncover.”

“Very well,” Lu Yu replied, arms folded across his chest. “Tell me, what are the next steps for the Demon Lord Abyss?”

“First, allow me to clarify something,” Kane started. “We covertly constructed a teleportation array. You failed to detect any energy fluctuations because we utilized technology salvaged from the ruins to conceal them.”

“Afterward, I was dispatched to recover the gemstone. Once I managed to enlarge it, the preparations were complete.”

“They only required me to return and employ the gemstones to amplify the combat beasts within their ranks. This would have granted them the sheer force and momentum necessary to strike you down.”

“At that moment, you would have stood defenseless. You would have been utterly crushed, no longer a challenge to us.”

He gazed up at Lu Yu. “However, upon securing the gemstone, I decided to test its potential. I unleashed it upon Jasper City, and the results… well, you can see them for yourself.”

“Had I not done that, I would have arrived back with the staff, and victory would have been ours! What a shame… truly pathetic and a waste.” He sighed with resignation, his tone heavy with regret, as if he simply could not accept the turn of events.

Lu Yu peered down at him, a mocking smile tugging at his lips. “Distressed, are you? It is understandable. You possessed the arrogance to summon a monstrosity like the Giant Crag Dragon, so a touch of pride is expected.”

“It appears you stumbled upon quite a hoard of treasures in those ruins. Unfortunately, you lack the means to make use of them.”

Kane clasped his hands, imploring Lu Yu. “Please, grant me mercy. I have revealed everything. I only desire to return to my home.”

“Dream on,” Lin Yuan interrupted, his voice burning with rage. This man had decimated Jasper City, and Lin Yuan sought nothing but his demise as payment.

“I have said everything! Why will you not let me leave?!” Kane bellowed at Lin Yuan.

Lu Yu simply shrugged. “I shall not involve myself in what happens next. I am taking my leave.”

Observing Lu Yu’s intent to depart, Lin Yuan moved quickly to block him. “Lu Yu… he mentioned the Demon Lord Abyss has an entire army ready to mount an assault. They are waiting just across that teleportation array!”

“If we could eliminate the hostiles on the other side, it would provide us with a massive advantage. We could shatter the morale of the Demon Lord Abyss and prove that we cannot be trifled with.”

“Then proceed, by all means,” Lu Yu answered indifferently.

“I…” Lin Yuan stammered, “how can I possibly go? I lack the strength for such a task. Ultimately, I still depend on you. Since you managed to slay the Giant Crag Dragon, tackling an army shouldn't be a challenge for you, right?”

Lu Yu scoffed. “Cease wasting my time. I cannot be bothered. Deal with it yourself.”

“Besides, their scheme has been thwarted. It is unlikely they will proceed.”

Lin Yuan grew frantic. “That may be true, but I believe they won't simply give up. This is a golden opportunity. They are unaware that we have uncovered them. We can launch a preemptive strike. If our sneak attack succeeds, we hold the advantage.”

“With the right circumstances, we might even deter them from harboring such thoughts for the next five or ten years.” He clenched his fist and struck his palm. “In that case, I will disseminate the news. Every department must coordinate for a counterattack. That is the only path to victory!”

He then pivoted to Zhao Qingya. “Will your hunting team contribute someone? Can you persuade Lu Yu to lend a hand? Having him present would be an immense asset. It would bolster our spirits.”

Zhao Qingya looked toward Lu Yu and gestured helplessly. “Though I am his superior, I lack the authority to command him. If he has his own agenda, my hands are tied.”

“Look, I cannot loiter here any longer. This is your foe. Handle the situation yourselves. I am departing for the capital to meet someone. That is my priority.”

Zhao Qingya breathed a helpless sigh. “You see, Lu Yu is uninterested in aiding, and I must accompany him to the capital. I fear I can no longer offer you further assistance.”

Lin Yuan nodded in acknowledgement. “I understand. So be it. I will find a moment to execute Kane and ensure he has no path to freedom. Then, I will station additional guards beyond the city walls to observe the situation.”

“And, should we encounter any foes, I will endeavor not to disturb you. We still have the United Front Work Division, and they can provide support.”

Turning back to Lu Yu, Lin Yuan added, “We owe you our gratitude for disposing of the Giant Crag Dragon. Without you, our walls would have surely crumbled!”

Lu Yu waved him off. “Do not speak of it. I gained a rather useful item from the encounter anyway. I intend to study this gem when I have the leisure to test its efficacy.”

Lin Yuan’s eyes glinted with inspiration. He urged excitedly, “Then why don’t we do this? You assist us in enlarging a dragon, and in return, we aid you in testing this staff. How does that sound?”

Lu Yu weighed the offer briefly before nodding. “Very well, let us conduct a trial. As it happens, it might indeed strengthen your forces.”

Lin Yuan was visibly thrilled. “That is fantastic! Let us head to the surface and start the experiment immediately!”

The three made their way back to the surface. In the expansive courtyard, Lin Yuan cleared the area of onlookers, leaving plenty of room.

He then summoned his dragon.

A jet-black Black Dragon materialized. This type of common dragon was frequently encountered near Black Dragon City.

Evidently, this being his maiden experiment, Lin Yuan remained exceptionally cautious.

“Lu Yu, demonstrate and see how powerful it happens to be.”

Lu Yu brandished the sapphire staff and poured his Qi into it. The staff pulsed with immediate radiance.

Boom!

A shaft of light surged into the Black Dragon’s frame.

Boom!

The Black Dragon, already of considerable size, began to expand rapidly!