Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2793 1532: Duel at the Banquet (Part 2)

The abrupt sequence of occurrences caught him off guard, so despite swiftly maneuvering his enormous frame to balance upon impact after getting hurled backward, Payton still slid dozens of meters before managing to halt his momentum with difficulty.

"The Second Elder just got blasted away like that?"

Witnessing Payton's disheveled condition, the Stone Giant warriors immediately burst into chaos, struggling to accept what they were seeing.

It's worth noting that while the Human Emperor had been toying with Prince Mad Axe Rax by cleverly dismantling his assaults, that's exactly why the prince couldn't lay a hand on him.

For Payton, whose strength isn't tied to Rax's, to suffer a setback in a head-on confrontation is utterly inconceivable!

"Uh! What in the world just happened?"

After getting inexplicably repelled, Payton himself stared with his massive eyes wide open, brimming with confusion and astonishment.

The instant he was about to grab Leo Ray, it felt like slamming into an unseen colossal spring, only to be flung back by an overpowering rebound he couldn't counter!

Directly before Payton, Leo Ray remained relaxed, gazing at the Stone Spirit that had manifested on his shoulder while they exchanged thoughts mentally, "Sheila, excellent work, I'm in your debt for this."

"Lord, you praise me too much; it's my privilege as your follower to ease your loads."

In her petite elf shape, Sheila perched on Leo Ray's shoulder, offering a soft smile.

The cause of Payton's messy predicament was undoubtedly her magical power.

"I never imagined you could hurl that huge fellow away so effortlessly; what was your method?"

As he reassessed the unfolding scenario, Leo Ray pondered aloud with intrigue.

Though Payton's entry had complicated matters a bit, Sheila's assistance ensured Leo Ray maintained command over the entire battlefield.

One had to admit, Sheila's action had genuinely stunned him too.

"It came from the Resist Magic Ring; the fiercer the incoming force, the mightier the counter-push. Naturally, this ability carries notable restrictions, failing against targets that are too massive or nimble, yet it's perfect for lone Half-Titans and Stone Giants."

Sheila arched her brows faintly, then responded with hands planted on her hips, "Lord, judging by your astonishment, did you assume your follower was limited to boosting and firing elemental shots?"

"No way, of course I didn't think that."

Leo Ray gave an embarrassed grin, then stated earnestly, "In that case, I'll trust you to guard my rear."

As Leo Ray and Sheila conversed in their minds, Rax and Payton were the initial ones to spot Sheila's unveiled presence.

Even if to the giants, Sheila seemed as tiny as a thumbtack, the potent energy auras radiating from her compelled both Rax and Payton to treat her with utmost seriousness.

"That's the Divine Stone, isn't it?!"

As a royal Half-Titan of high standing and vast knowledge, Rax swiftly deduced Sheila's nature, his forehead creasing even more.

No surprise the Human Emperor acted so boldly—he's backed by such a formidable companion!

"Is that the Divine Stone?"

Payton's enormous eye locked onto Sheila atop Leo Ray's shoulder, his rocky gray visage turning graver. Though he couldn't pinpoint her exact identity, he knew without doubt that she was the one who had repelled him!

In that instant, whether it was the constantly frustrated Rax or Payton who'd met defeat on his debut attempt, both seethed with rage, clenching their jaws tightly.

Remember, they stood as the pinnacle warriors of their clans, yet here they were, unable to overpower a single human. How could this not humiliate them? Regardless, they needed to reclaim their dignity!

"What's that perched on the Human Emperor's shoulder? Did it push back the Second Elder?"

The observing giants soon picked up on the hints, crying out in shock, "Who would've thought the Human Emperor had such a mighty partner!"

Beyond the surprise, be it among the mighty Half-Titans or Stone Giants, everyone directed gazes blending awe and concern.

What left them marveling was the duo of Leo Ray and Sheila, akin to two Half-step Tier 7 powerhouses. In any second-tier faction, that represented national-grade might!

What troubled them was having Rax and Payton in the fray; they'd figured Payton's arrival would smash the Human Emperor outright, but instead, Payton was casually sent flying.

Added to Rax's earlier failures, didn't this mean they were still coming up empty against the Human Emperor?

Such notions swirling in their heads, the battle-watching giants, apart from their anxieties, even shot Leo Ray covert glances of admiration.

After all, both Half-Titans and Stone Giants revered raw power above all. Witnessing Leo Ray's exceptional prowess matching their elite fighters naturally sparked feelings of reverence and self-doubt.

"Long live Your Majesty of the Humans!"

At the same time, back in their encampment, Loris, Sina, and the rest yelled themselves hoarse in thrilled fervor.

Little wonder His Majesty had so assuredly brought them to the feast; he truly held the necessary power! A pair of Half-step Tier 7 experts was more than enough to join the ranks of second-tier forces!