Swallowing the Stars: I, the New Master of Babata

"Master, the most direct response is to prove yourself with absolute strength. You are still the world's number one, while the Azure Emperor is only number two. This will completely shut up the world's opinions."

Whether it's an iceberg or a wild beast, as Hong's closest and most trusted people, they cannot accept that the person they follow is questioned because of a live interview.

For decades.

Many geniuses believe they have a chance to surpass Hong, the world's strongest player.

But the facts proved that these geniuses didn't even have a chance to catch up with Hong.

most people.

They don't even have the qualifications to contend with Hong.

It can kill almost effortlessly.

Only those who can contend with Hong, the world's strongest fighter, in a short period of time.

Only then was he barely qualified to sit at the same table as Hong for a meal.

However, so far...

Someone qualified to sit at the same table as Hong for a meal.

Besides Thor, there's only Dongqing, the Azure Emperor, left.

"If that's the case, then let's issue a challenge and decide the victor in one battle, directly determining the true world's strongest fighter!"

Hong wasn't obsessed with being number one in the world, but he was competitive and wanted to know Dongqing's true level.

As for the outcome.

Winning would be best.

Losing only means that he still has a lot of room for improvement.

And he has indeed become somewhat lax in his cultivation over the years.

.........

One day later.

A challenge to a duel spread across the globe.

Everyone knows that Hong Yue is going to fight Qing Di.

To determine the winner.

To reach the top.

Dongqing was a little confused at first.

But they quickly realized what was happening.

There is no first place in literature.

There is no second place in martial arts.

He and Hong will eventually have to settle their score.

Even if neither of them cares about their ranking.

But all martial artists have a spirit of enterprise.

They won't admit that they are inferior to others.

Once recognized.

The heart of Tao is clouded.

The path of a martial artist is not so easy.

It is difficult to stand out even among those of the same level.

"I accepted the invitation. The date is set for one month from now, at the south pole of the moon."

Dong Qing doesn't want to fight on Earth anymore, even if it's just a challenge, not a fight to the death.

no way.

Now, when he makes a move...

They are quick to cause destruction and catastrophe.

This small piece of land, Earth, cannot withstand further disruption.

He also did not want to cause unnecessary casualties.

Although Dongqing sometimes suspects that Earth's self-healing ability is somewhat abnormal, for example, the nuclear pollution caused by the nuclear bomb explosions during the Great Nirvana period, the destruction of nuclear power plants, etc., disappeared quickly.

But Dong Qing always felt that Earth was still fragile and could not withstand his growing strength. If they really wanted to fight, they should fight outside, instead of making a scene on Earth.

"Mr. Dongqing, are you really planning to challenge Hong to a duel on the moon?"

Xu Xin sounded anxious and worried; she hadn't expected things to turn out this way.

If she had known this would happen, she shouldn't have let Dongqing participate in that global live interview in the first place.

"In literature, there's no first place; in martial arts, there's always a clear winner. It's only a matter of time!"

Dong Qing was somewhat surprised by Hong's challenge, but not at all astonished.

some things.

Even if Hong himself didn't have this idea.

His subordinates would also encourage him to do it.

And himself.

I guess they also wanted to test their skills.

Just like Thor tested him before.

......

The next day.

Lei Lei specifically sought out Dong Qing to express her apologies.

Then she dragged Dongqing along to fight the monster, and she herself was that monster.

day and night.

Working tirelessly, without sleep or rest.

"Qing, you must win! You are the man I, Lei Lei, acknowledge, and you must never be second to anyone!"

Lei Lei really liked Dong Qing, to the point of being obsessed, and had a kind of inexplicable and blind worship for him.

"Aren't I right below you right now?"

Dong Qing reached out and touched Lei Lei's flushed cheeks; she was covered in sweat from her hard work.

No one knew that she, who usually appeared noble, dignified, and gentle, was actually so capricious in private.

"That's different!"

Lei Lei turned her head and glared at Dong Qing.

Then he sat down heavily on the bed.

......

Day three.

Dong Qing met with the Moon Witch Jiang Fang and the Witch Hunter Yao Rao. He proved with his actions that he had nothing to worry about, as they had no reason to be concerned.

A man with a strong back naturally has a different kind of confidence, and Dong Qing doesn't believe that he would accidentally lose to Hong, who is only at the sixth level of the planetary stage.

"Qing, since you've accepted the challenge, you must win." The witch leaned against Dong Qing's left side.

"Be careful he doesn't cheat, after all, he's even less of a sore loser than you!" Moon Witch Jiang Fang leaned against Dong Qing's right side.

In fact.

From the perspective of Jiang Fang, the Moon Witch.

For her, who didn't know much about Hong's personality.

As the world's strongest fighter, Hong certainly has even less reason to lose.

Dongqing lost, but still came in second. Hong lost, but at a great cost.

This means that Hong's decades-long aura of being the world's number one has been shattered.

This also signifies the end of the world's number one hegemony in his hands.

Never underestimate the title of world number one; the halo and title of world number one have brought him a lot.

Putting aside the abstract, let's talk about the most tangible thing: as the world's number one, he can enjoy most of the resources all to himself.

Cultivation resources.

A secluded and unexpected place.

Even valuable items unearthed from the ruins of ancient alien civilizations.

The first person chosen was destined to be Hong himself, the world's strongest man.

Others can only choose from what he has left.

He could only use what he had left over for cultivation resources.

This is what is meant by the strong remaining strong.

Not to mention the world's strongest person.

As long as Hong remains the world's strongest, he will be able to enjoy these preferential treatments.

But if he loses this halo, the psychological gap is something most people can't accept.

......

Fourth day.

Accompanied by Vinina Pollenas, Dong Qing visited the site to learn about the formation of the Space Force and the construction process of the seven fleets.

Thanks to the remnants of ancient alien civilizations, Earth doesn't lack spaceships or advanced technology; what it lacks is resource integration.

The five major powers and the HR Alliance joined Dongqing in establishing the Planetary Security Defense Council.

After integrating most of humanity's technology, it has developed at an almost daily pace.

Space elevator.

Spaceport.

One after another, massive industrial and military projects were launched.

Humanity has finally remembered what it is most proud of.

It is not the physical body.

It's a tool, not a tool.

Humans don't need to compete with monsters to see who is physically stronger.

Humans can use tools to tell monsters who their master is!

"Qing, Speaker Isadora wants to speak with you privately about her work."

Vinina Bolenas said this with her head down.

"Let's wait until tomorrow!"

Dong Qing glanced down at Vinina Pollenas, then looked up to continue processing the important documents Xu Xin had prepared for him during the day; he needed to approve them as soon as possible.

It was called an approval, but it was really just a signature. Most people might not dare to sign it casually, since they would be responsible for it. But Dongqing trusted Xu Xin; she was a very capable secretary.

She helps with analyzing and handling daily affairs.

All I need to do is nod and sign.

.......

fifth day.

Dong Qing was surprised to find that HR Alliance Speaker Isadora was also reporting on her personal matters in private, using her position for personal gain.

Normally, Dong Qing would refuse, but when HR Alliance Speaker Isadora knelt down, he had no choice.

"Isadora, you are very ambitious, even ruthless, but some things can only be done once!"

Dong Qing patted Isadora, the HR Alliance Speaker, on the head. The former underground queen truly lived up to her reputation.

"Rest assured, Your Majesty, from this day forward, both I and the HR Alliance will obey your orders without question."