Douluo Unrivaled: The Beginning Materializes the Black Abyss and White Flowers

Chapter 354 Gu Yuena's Worries
The heavy casualties among his own kind had already fueled Xiong Jun's rage. Now, hearing that the humans not only refused to give up but also wanted to take the opportunity to encircle and annihilate him, he was so enraged that his fur stood on end and his fierce aura uncontrollably emanated from him.

Although they already knew the truth—that it was their soul beasts who first launched the beast tide—their hatred for humans had a long history, and the destruction of Shrek City was something they were happy to see.

However, their soul beasts also suffered heavy losses and were also manipulated. If this matter ends here, everything will be fine.

But now that humans are about to launch an operation against the Star Dou Great Forest, the soul beasts, who are already harboring hatred and anger, have absolutely no intention of sitting down and explaining themselves properly.

And even if the truth were revealed, would the humans believe it? That their apparent ruler of the Soul Beast race, the Beast God Di Tian, ​​was being controlled by someone?
The fact that a clan leader is being controlled by someone else is a shameful thing that the soul beasts would never spread around.

"My lord, let me lead the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear clan out to tear those despicable humans' lines to shreds and make them pay a bloody price. We soul beasts are not lambs to be slaughtered."

He was about to get up and muster his troops when, in the next second, a gaze so cold it could freeze one's soul silently swept over his entire body.

Xiong Jun's tall body stiffened abruptly. A fear originating from the deepest part of his bloodline—a fear of absolute superiors—instantly swept through his body, causing him to shiver violently and his boiling blood to cool down almost instantly.

He stiffly turned his head and met Gu Yuena's calm, yet deep purple eyes, as unwavering as the starry sky.

There was no anger or rebuke in his eyes, only an extreme indifference as if looking down on tiny ants.

All of Xiong Jun's arrogance vanished instantly. He knelt down heavily on the ground with a thud, his huge head bowed low, not daring to even breathe.

He dared to contradict Di Tian at times, and dared to show disrespect to the gentle Bi Ji, but he dared not be the slightest bit presumptuous or disrespectful in front of Gu Yue Na.

The Silver Dragon King's absolute bloodline suppression was an instinctive fear etched deep into his soul, making him unable to even muster the courage to look up and face him directly.

He knew perfectly well that the seemingly delicate and frail silver-haired woman before him could annihilate him, a super ferocious beast known for his physical strength, with just a flick of her finger and a wisp of power from the depths of her bloodline, leaving no trace of his soul or body.

The Lake of Life fell into a deathly silence once again, with only the rustling of leaves in the wind and the painful, suppressed breathing of Di Tian.

All the ferocious beasts focused their attention on Gu Yuena, awaiting the final decision of this supreme ruler who would determine the fate of the soul beast race.

Gu Yuena slowly raised her jade-like slender hand, a faint yet pure silver light emanating from her fingertips, containing the primordial power of creation and order.

Ripples spread across the calm lake surface, reflecting her aloof and peerless, yet expressionless face.

She didn't look at Di Tian kneeling and begging for forgiveness, nor did she pay attention to the restless Xiong Jun. She simply opened her lips slightly, her voice ethereal like heavenly music, yet carrying an undeniable supreme majesty, clearly penetrating the depths of every ferocious beast's soul.

"If humans want war, then let them fight. But my soul beast race must not be used by others without knowing why, becoming their pawns. This matter involves a great deal of people, and I have my own plans. You must guard this place strictly. Without my orders, no one is allowed to attack without authorization, nor should you easily contact humans."

Her gaze finally settled on Di Tian, ​​who was struggling in pain, and a fleeting, almost imperceptible, complex expression flashed across her purple eyes.

"Di Tian, ​​your sins cannot be atoned for by death. The Soul Beast race is facing a critical moment of survival, and your power is still needed by the race."

As soon as she finished speaking, the dazzling silver light at her fingertips suddenly transformed into a stream of light and disappeared into Di Tian's brow.

Di Tian trembled violently, and the extreme pain on his face lessened slightly. The mad, roaring, destructive ravings in his mind seemed to be temporarily shielded by a gentle silver veil, becoming much weaker.

"This primal power can temporarily suppress the destructive mark within you, but it cannot eradicate it. Your next task is to lead the soul beasts to protect the core area of ​​the Star Dou Great Forest. Without my orders, you must not start a war with humans, and you must not... easily succumb to that destructive will."

Gu Yuena's voice remained calm, yet carried a faint warning.

"Otherwise, I will personally end your life and clean house."

Di Tian suddenly raised his head, his eyes filled with endless guilt, gratitude, and a desperate resolve.

He said in a deep voice, "Di Tian... thanks Your Majesty for your mercy. Please rest assured, Your Majesty, Di Tian hereby swears that if there is ever a day when I am completely destroyed and lose my mind, I will end my own life before I lose control."

Gu Yuena nodded slightly, then turned to the Demon King and Xiong Jun.

"King of Ten Thousand Demons, issue the order to shrink the defensive line and have all races retreat to the core area around the Lake of Life to build the final defensive line. Bear King, you will lead the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear race and all races skilled in head-on combat to be responsible for the outermost guard. If any human army dares to step into the core area without authorization... kill them without hesitation, no need to ask for permission."

"Yes, sir."

Xiong Jun and the Demon King responded in unison, their voices filled with awe and determination. They rose and quickly withdrew to carry out the order.

Looking at Gu Yuena's calm profile, Brigitte hesitated for a moment before softly asking, "My lord, the humans are coming with great force this time. Do we really have to start a full-scale war with them? I'm afraid the consequences would be unimaginable."

Gu Yuena slowly turned towards the edge of the forest, a chilling glint flashing in her purple eyes.

"I will seek a way to break this deadlock, but if humanity insists on not giving up, they will surely exterminate my soul beast race..."

Her voice remained calm, yet it suddenly took on an aura of dominance and supreme power.

"Then let them witness firsthand the fury that ignites when soul beasts are driven to the brink of despair, enough to burn this continent... to ruins." Her voice wasn't loud, but it was like thunder, resounding deep within the souls of all the ferocious beasts.

At this moment, every ferocious beast felt a tremor and shock originating from the very source of its bloodline.

That was the revival of the Dragon God's might, the Silver Dragon King's authority over the elements, and the resurgence of the Soul Beast race's sharp edge—a willingness to shatter even if it meant certain death—after countless years of silence.

Gu Yuena had made up her mind.

She needed to leave the Starry Sky Forest immediately and head to the Sun and Moon Empire.

The primary purpose of this trip is to lend Lu Jingming a hand and work together to deal with the unprecedented crisis in Mingdu.

Not only is the Great Lord of Annihilation, Xing Xiao, stationed there, but a powerful divine consciousness clone of the Sea God Tang San is also hidden there. In addition, there is Huan Long, whose strength has skyrocketed after seizing the Golden Tree. The threat level has already exceeded the limit. She must go there as soon as possible.

Secondly, if we want to truly resolve the deadlock between soul beasts and humans and secure a glimmer of hope for our race, we may need to rely on Lu Jingming's power to create an opportunity for both sides to sit down and negotiate.

Even the troublesome destructive mark within Di Tian's body might require seeking help from Lu Jingming to see if he has a solution.

Of course, if things are truly beyond saving and the human side is determined to exterminate the soul beasts, even Lu Jingming cannot persuade or stop them.

Gu Yuena was by no means a coward. Having recovered most of her injuries, she was not afraid to fight against the entire human world.

But... just thinking about the worst-case scenario, about perhaps one day having to face Lu Jingming on the battlefield, standing at completely opposite ends, a subtle yet clear, indescribable throbbing pain came from deep within her heart.

After all, Lu Jingming is still human.

His stance, his foundation, and what he seeks to protect naturally belong to humanity.

The Sun and Moon Empire, atop the ruins of Mingdu, within an alternate dimension.

This realm, forcibly separated from the main plane and suspended among the cold cosmic dust, is silent.

Only the distant stars slowly revolve, casting their eternal, unchanging light.

Dressed in white, Xingxiao's figure was graceful. He gazed indifferently at Mingdu below, which had been reduced to scorched earth but was still embroiled in a chaotic battle, like a cold god observing the struggle of ants.

Suddenly, her exquisitely beautiful face, as if sculpted from ice and jade, furrowed slightly, almost imperceptibly.

She lightly raised her slender, white fingers and casually pointed at the empty space in front of her.

The space was like a calm lake tossed with a pebble, rippling outwards in circles. The images within flowed rapidly and became clear, finally settling on a figure that was fiercely rushing out from a deep, dark abyss.

A swirling wind, sharp as a knife, swirled around him. A divine spirit manifested, and the ethereal image of the flying yellow horse raised its head and neighed, draping it in a dazzling halo. The massive long-handled battle axe in its hand tore through space, carrying unparalleled power.

With a heroic bearing and soaring fighting spirit, he is none other than Fei Xiao, the "Sky Strike General" of the Immortal Boat Alliance.

"Ha ha……"

A soft laugh, tinged with a hint of mockery and undisguised smugness, suddenly rang out behind Xingxiao.

"General of the Immortal Ship Alliance, you don't really think she can be so easily destroyed, do you?"

Xingxiao remained motionless, and even the energy field around him showed no fluctuation.

She merely turned her head slightly, her peripheral vision and cold, indifferent gaze falling upon the ethereal figure that had appeared out of nowhere.

At this moment, Huanlong held a round fan, her posture languid and graceful, yet the life force emanating from her was vast and boundless, creating a strange harmony with her original destructive nature.

"Looks like you succeeded."

Xingxiao spoke, her voice cool and indifferent, showing no concern whatsoever about Huanlong intruding into her private observation area without permission.

At this moment, strength reigns supreme, and Huanlong has indeed taken the lead.

As the Great Lord of Annihilation, even though she is also a follower, her power has surpassed the constraints of the Douluo Continent. Although she has not been officially deified under the rules of this world, in terms of pure combat strength, she is by no means inferior to the so-called true gods of this world.

However, Huanlong took the first step.

(End of this chapter)