Bone King: Welcome the Birth of the King.

Chapter 470 Overall Level 85Lv Resistance: Longevity
The joy of welcoming the new year quickly passed, and a somber atmosphere gradually enveloped the "Bahars Empire" and the "Rie-Estize Kingdom".

This is naturally due to the heavy pressure brought by the reviewing country.

The capital city, deep within the palace.

despair!
The steaming porcelain teacup was slammed down on the heavy, dark red tabletop, producing a slightly grating, crisp sound.

The Blood Emperor gulped down a cup of hot tea to suppress his stomach, which had been aching slightly lately, and then buried his head in his hands in deep thought.

This hasn't been a one- or two-day thing; it's been like this for a while now!
"Damn scum!"

The Blood Emperor pressed his fingers against his forehead, veins bulging on the back of his hands, his fingertips turning white from the excessive force, as he silently cursed:
"Why don't you just die! Just rot away, that's enough!"

This person used bloody methods.

His Majesty Kyrgyzstan, now firmly on the throne, will not hesitate to purge any nobles, no matter how bad relations with enemy states may become!

He had never been flustered or confused before, but faced with this situation, even he felt awkward and at a loss!
"It's all that woman's doing! Does she even realize what this will bring?"

The Blood Emperor cursed inwardly once more.

Magical curses can kill opponents, but the Blood Emperor doesn't possess such power. Moreover, even if he were to acquire such power now, it would be meaningless!
"The losses caused some time ago are nothing compared to what's happening now."

"...Ha, it's really not worth mentioning."

The Blood Emperor, who had previously been troubled by this, now realized it was a minor matter.

The Four Knights, representing the Empire's military might, all perished on the battlefield last autumn, though they have since been resurrected and retrained.

The decline of a nation's military power is an undeniable fact!
But compared to the huge trouble at hand...

When~
When~
Blood vessels were visible in the whites of the Blood Emperor's eyes, and his fingers tapped incessantly on the table.
"The involvement of the reviewing state doesn't feel like a spur-of-the-moment decision. No, it's pointless to dwell on it now."

"Those fools in the kingdom probably don't want war either. We could try to contact them secretly, but I'm afraid that won't work."

The Blood Emperor frowned.

Through intelligence passed on by spies and Marquis Brumlach, one of the six noble families, he was able to clearly understand that the kingdom was also wavering.

even.

The Blood Emperor has detailed information about all the disputes that occurred at the court banquet held on the night of the Kingdom's "Day of Prayer".

How ridiculous!

A nobleman, one of the six great marquises of an enemy state, could actually be bribed with money and benefits and become a hidden traitor.

"Whether or not that Lambusa III wants to start a war, under the pressure of the Azure Dragon King, he will probably only have one option left: to start a war."

After some internal deliberation, the Blood Emperor arrived at the scenario he least wanted to face.

He doesn't care about the kingdom!

But we can't help but pay attention to the Dragon King, who only exists in legends and stories!
This being, which can be described as a mobile natural disaster, has the power to easily destroy a small country.

Can the empire stand against it?
The Blood Emperor clenched his fists unconsciously, cold sweat beading on his forehead. The only person he could think of to fight against was Old Master Fluda.

only?

He had asked the old man beforehand, and his answer was quite subtle; simply put, the chances of winning were slim.

The only good news recently.

The old man is communicating with the leader of the evil secret society [Chiranong]. Given the old man's level of attention, the leader's strength should be as rumored.

Even if we could win them over... it still wouldn't work!
So what if we defeat the Azure Dragon King? The Council still has four more dragon kings like him!

"Well."

The Blood Emperor raised his hand and pressed it against his abdomen. The stomach pain suddenly intensified, and he broke out in a cold sweat.

He seemed to see the scene of the empire being destroyed!

Ding.

Ding.

A hesitant knocking sounded on the door.

A secretary walked in respectfully from outside the door, deliberately slowing down both his breathing and his steps.

As someone who assists in handling government affairs, the secretary was naturally aware that His Majesty the Emperor had been in a very bad mood lately.

"Your Majesty," the secretary began, bowing slightly, "then..."

"No need for formalities, it's a waste of time."

The Blood Emperor adjusted his expression, regaining his calm and composed demeanor. He waved his hand and spoke indifferently:
"If you have anything to say, just tell me."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

The secretary paused, then quickly composed herself and replied, "We have already contacted the businessmen in that country."

"The other party also brought some very good products to the capital."

A sharp light flashed in the Blood Emperor's eyes, and the stomach pain in his abdomen subsided considerably, even his tense nerves seemed to relax.

This is definitely the best news we've had in a while!
"That country" naturally refers to the Slane Theocracy. If there is a country on the human side that can truly check and balance the Council, then only the Slane Theocracy can do so!

"I understand, I'll arrange it as soon as possible."

The Blood Emperor spoke with a hint of excitement in his voice.

"Yes!"

The secretary said respectfully, then hesitated briefly before cautiously adding, "Your Majesty, please allow me to speak out."

"The think tank has considered it for a long time, but still cannot guess why the reviewing country would do this."

"Since the end of the Demon God's Rebellion, more than 200 years have passed since the establishment of the Council of Nations, and there has never been any interference in our affairs as humans."

"Could this sudden and unusual action have an unpredictable purpose?"

The secretary looked very worried.

The Blood Emperor did not respond; his expression grew increasingly somber.

…………

Yes.

What is the true purpose of the Platinum Dragon King?
Tang Zheng was equally puzzled by this matter. His current troubles and tasks were no less than those of the Blood Emperor.

Deep in the valleys of the western part of the empire.

The bottom of the valley was pitch black.

Ignoring the influence of darkness, Tang Zheng placed the magical materials in different locations and began the inscription of the magical ritual.

He is setting up an "immortality magic ritual"!
These magical materials were originally intended for the "Death Spiral Ritual - Modified," to absorb the cursed energy within the valley for Zetsu Shitsumei to use.

Now, having fully understood the "immortality magic ritual" from Fluda, Tang Zheng directly used these magical materials to set it up.

"Based on the current situation."

"If the Council supports the Kingdom, the Empire will inevitably turn to the Slane Theocracy for help."

Tang Zheng pondered as he set up the magical ritual:
"The true purpose of the Platinum Dragon King... in the end, is still the Slane Theocracy, but isn't doing this a bit too complicated?"

"There are actually many other ways to take a cautious approach, rather than directly provoking war?"

Tang Zheng could figure out the White Dragon King's "target," but he couldn't immediately deduce its specific "purpose."

The northwest corner of the continent where humanity now resides may appear peaceful, but in reality, it has already changed under Tang Zheng's influence to varying degrees.

The Dark Dragon King had contact with the Platinum Dragon King and knew about the prophecy of the future destruction of the dragon race that Tang Zheng had deliberately leaked.

During the Demon Tree incident, Platinum Armor was directly destroyed by Zetsu Shitsumei!

These two events were enough to trigger a stress response in the Platinum Dragon King, which is why Tang Zheng couldn't be sure what the other party was planning to do.

Besides!

Whether the "unknown enemy" dispatched from the [Floating City] is still hiding within the Slane Church, or has already left.

Tang Zheng was also unable to make a judgment and could only conduct screening and observation step by step.

"Until these two things are determined, we should not act rashly. This should be the best strategy."

Tang Zheng placed the last magical material in his hand at the core of the ritual. A deep blue magical light illuminated the complex magic circle, and he sighed in amazement.
"Setup complete!"

"To be able to research a magical ritual that utilizes three different magic systems, Lord Fluda is truly remarkable."

During their conversation, the other party did not deliberately conceal anything; on the contrary, he seemed to be teaching her everything he knew, probably because he felt that others could not learn it.

In Tang Zheng's view, Fluda and the undead of the [Abyss Body] belong to the same type of magic chanter.

They place more emphasis on acquiring and applying knowledge than on pursuing power!

This made Don's perception of Fluder much better!
"This ritual is indeed related to the immortals."

Tang Zheng closed his eyes, subtly sensing the energy changes triggered by the magical ritual, confirming his inner guess:
"Fruda most likely acquired the [Sage] profession by accident during the process of researching the ritual."

"Then, conversely, is the imperfection of the 'Longevity Magic Ritual' related to the low level of the [Immortal] profession?"

Properties panel!
……

[Ability Chart]

Innate Superpower: [Player]

Overall Level: 81
[Experience Bar: 15316w/1995w]

……

His last upgrade was on October 23rd of last year, and today is January 10th. In nearly three months, Tang Zheng has accumulated more than 100 million experience points.

"The skills and passive abilities of the [Immortal] class are quite good, including magic reduction, and the passive ability 'Ancient Wisdom of Synergy' can also synergize with the abilities of the [Magic Transcendent] class."

"If the 'immortality magic ritual' is related to the level of one's profession, it is indeed worth a try."

Tang Zheng's current level has reached 80. With each level increase, the depth of the experience bar will increase by 201 million.

and so.

He has become much more cautious about leveling up or changing his class.

"Level up!"

Tang Zheng hesitated briefly, but then stopped.

……

[Ability Chart]

Innate Superpower: [Player]

Overall Level: 85
[Experience Bar: 6202w/2772w]

……

He leveled up to level 85 in one go.

Tang Zheng's body trembled slightly, and he exuded an even heavier aura, but this aura also had a faint sense of etherealness.

next moment!
The sudden increase in his physical strength broke Tang Zheng's pretense of balance, and the aura he had been suppressing was suddenly released.

——Boom!

A terrifying pressure emanated from Tang Zheng's body, violently impacting the surroundings like a dragon's might, instantly making the air feel incredibly oppressive!
What followed was a sacred aura, which remained steadfast and unyielding even under the heavy dragon's might!

Wow~
The air around Tang Zheng suddenly distorted again, a third wave of energy emanating from the profound and distant magic.

Three completely different auras!
They were combined harmoniously, like three legs standing in a tripod.

"Concealing Aura Specialization!"

Tang Zheng silently activated the passive ability of [Ninja], and a faint blackish-gray light flashed from his body.

The astonishing fluctuation of energy vanished instantly!
"The passive effects of a profession seem to be fixed, with no change between level 1 and level 5. In reality, the higher the profession's level, the better the passive effects become."

Tang Zheng stood up and walked to the center of the magical ritual, infusing it with magic:
"Initiate the ceremony!"

There were no surprising changes, nor any unusual magical vibrations, except in the "Resistance" section of the attribute list.

It slowly condenses into a passive state of "immortality".

……

Skill: Immortality
Consumption: ? Resistance: ?
Introduction: Slowing down the aging process

……

An extremely simple passive message.

"It worked! No degradation?"

Tang Zheng's eyes lit up: "It really is related to the level of the immortal profession."

In fact, after obtaining the profession of the Dragon Clan Transcendent System, Tang Zheng felt that his lifespan should have increased.

However, lifespan is something that cannot be accurately predicted. After all, you can't know for sure if you will live to be 200 years old until you are at least 200.

Nowadays, we have acquired the resistance to "immortality".

In terms of lifespan, he should be able to live for at least several hundred years without any problem. After all, Fluda lived for more than 200 years using "immortality (deterioration)".

(End of this chapter)