Peerless Martial God 2 Chapter 1732: Godly King Taotie vs. Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds!
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“Hmph! Godly Emperor Purple Dragon, who do you presume to be, to intervene in such a manner?” Godly Emperor Ghost bellowed with frigid rage, his expression a mask of fury, though inwardly, relief flooded him. Had Godly Emperor Purple Dragon not stepped in, the ongoing battle would have undoubtedly led to his own defeat!
“Hehe, I hadn’t given it that much thought. I was merely concerned that the two of you might inadvertently destroy the Beast Godly Temple. Let us set aside your personal tensions and focus on the competition,” Godly Emperor Purple Dragon responded with a smile, unfazed by Godly Emperor Ghost’s outburst.
He carried himself with an air of freedom and unrestraint. Lin Feng recognized such individuals as inherently dangerous, yet he felt no fear. He was, after all, the strongest!
“Hmph! Very well, I shall grant you this courtesy,” Godly Emperor Ghost conceded grudgingly, his face stern. He then presented his talisman to the guard, gaining passage. With a peculiar glance towards Godly King Taotie, he proceeded inside.
“After you, Godly King Taotie!” Godly Emperor Purple Dragon gestured, inviting Lin Feng to enter first. Lin Feng remained unmoving, his demeanor impassive. Godly Emperor Purple Dragon offered an awkward smile, appearing somewhat flustered, but said nothing further. He then displayed his own talisman and followed.
Godly King Taotie, after presenting his talisman, also made his entrance. As Lin Feng finally stepped inside, the remaining beasts collectively exhaled in relief. Despite their own status as Godly Kings, the immense power and enigmatic nature of the three great Godly Kings instilled a sense of caution in most, deterring any thought of offense.
“Let us proceed as well,” declared an infamous Godly King. One by one, they revealed their talismans and entered. While not possessing the same auras as the three paramount Godly Kings, their own standing as Godly Kings commanded considerable admiration from the assembled crowd.
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The exterior of the palace presented a façade of simple white stone. Certain structures, however, were fashioned from colossal beast bones, adorned in hues of cyan and white. This construction, while appearing ominous to the uninitiated, was deemed normal practice among the more formidable cultivators of the Beast Clan. It served as a profound tribute to fallen comrades and a potent symbol of their enduring strength.
An increasing number of beasts continued to arrive. Lin Feng and the other Godly Kings were already provided with their own designated seats. Even though only five individuals would ultimately be selected through the competition, the mere presence of numerous Godly Kings continued to elicit widespread admiration.
To attain membership within the temple, even Godly Kings were required to successfully pass an examination. This process was entirely detached from their social standing or hierarchical position within the Beast Clan. It was an established rule, universally applicable to all, including esteemed figures like Godly King Golden Dragon and Godly King Horned Mahoraga.
The competition format involved two Godly Kings engaging in a single, decisive one-on-one battle. The ultimate objective was to secure a position as a regular member of the temple. The vanquished combatant would be required to withdraw and await another opportunity to compete at a later time.
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“The roster for the battles is now finalized. The first match will be Godly Emperor Ghost versus Godly Emperor Hyena!” the announcer proclaimed, commencing the roll call…
Lin Feng’s own impending opponent was slated to be Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds. This announcement brought a look of surprise to Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds’ face; he had never anticipated the possibility of facing Godly King Taotie in combat.
His demeanor shifted to one of fearless excitement. While not inherently weak, he had never truly revealed the full extent of his capabilities. This occasion, he resolved, would be his moment to showcase his might to all!
“The inaugural bout: Godly Emperor Purple Dragon versus Godly Emperor Ice Snake!” a guard announced with a blank expression. Lin Feng found this surprising. He had assumed guards would naturally defer to Godly Kings. Perhaps these guards held a superior rank within the temple hierarchy, thus empowering them to oversee the competition?
Regardless, such details did not concern him. Lin Feng’s sole focus remained on locating Chi You and the imposter Tian Dao!
“I… I concede.” Just as anticipation built for a fierce confrontation, Godly Emperor Ice Snake abruptly declared his surrender. His face was pale, and a sense of helplessness washed over him; he knew facing Godly Emperor Purple Dragon was a fight he could not win, and likely, would not survive.
“He concedes?” The assembled crowd murmured in confusion. Was Godly Emperor Ice Snake perhaps unwell, or did he simply lack the courage to provoke Godly Emperor Purple Dragon?
A smile touched Godly Emperor Purple Dragon’s lips. He maintained the appearance of an elegant nobleman. Lin Feng, however, recognized that individuals projecting such an image were often cunning and perilous.
“Godly Emperor Ice Snake forfeits. Godly Emperor Purple Dragon advances to the subsequent round!” the guard declared impassively. Presently, a tall, robust man stepped forward, positioning himself directly before Lin Feng.
Though not conventionally unattractive, his eyes were notably small. It was Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds!
Lin Feng cast a cursory glance at him, a faint snort of disdain escaping his lips. In this particular world, it seemed universally common for individuals to possess small, beady eyes.
“I am Godly King Nine Netherworlds. I have heard of the formidable strength attributed to Godly King Taotie!” Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds proclaimed, tilting his head towards the heavens. He clearly harbored no intention of yielding to Lin Feng.
“Come, attack me!” Lin Feng responded with a nod, gesturing dismissively.
“Haha! Magnificent! Taste my fist!” Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds’ expression shifted dramatically. He transformed into a streak of light, aiming to overwhelm Lin Feng with swiftness. However, Lin Feng, wielding dominion over the forces of space and time, felt no apprehension.
Lin Feng paid little attention to Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds, unleashing a punch so explosive it made the emperor's face drain of color. He had never witnessed such a fearsome strike before and now grasped the vast chasm separating ordinary Godly Kings from true powerhouses. With that single blow, Lin Feng showed no restraint, sending Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds flying. He had exerted only a minuscule fraction of his true strength. Following this display, an profound silence fell over the onlookers. One strike was all it took. Godly King Taotie had vanquished Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds with a single, effortless attack, without even resorting to any of his ultimate techniques. He appeared remarkably at ease. Godly Emperor Purple Dragon narrowed his gaze, sensing an anomaly. Godly King Taotie's demeanor felt peculiar. Though he couldn't pinpoint the reason for his unease, he reluctantly dismissed the unsettling premonition. In times past, Godly King Taotie could indeed defeat Godly Emperor Nine Netherworlds, but never with such overwhelming ease. Yet, this swift victory had just transpired and was now an undeniable reality. "Godly King Taotie's formidable reputation is well-earned! His strength is truly astounding!"