Starry Sky Railway: No one understands the Amber King better than me.

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Chapter 201 The Chess Players

Watching Jing Yuan's figure being shot down, Lin Yuan revealed a satisfied smile.

The experiment was a success, just as he had predicted.

Whether it's the system or the derived abilities like Refining Void and Tribulating Sun, they are essentially all forms of plundering the energy of the Star Iron Universe.

By refining imaginary energy, he can maintain the continuous expansion of his domain;

By refining the energy of destiny, he can also master related abilities in his own field in another way.

Just like now, Jing Yuan's elbow strike, which was guaranteed to hit, carried the power of [Hunting].

This is like a kind of complement—if something is missing, it can be taken from the outside. It is essentially a form of conservation.

"In that case, if I could refine both the sprouting Jianmu tree and the Illusionary Cloud here in Luofu..."

Lin Yuan couldn't help but let his imagination run wild.

"What level of strength will I reach?"

He raised his head, his expectant gaze seemingly piercing through endless space as he looked at Pinocchio.

"Going a step further, if I were to refine [Order] in the future, would I also be able to establish rules within the domain and reshape the myriad phenomena of heaven and earth?"

I can't wait. One day, the Void Refining Tribulation Sun will cover the universe.

At that time, as the absolute ruler of the realm, he will be—

His thoughts settled, and his domain began to slowly shrink.

The high-hanging purple sun disappeared, and the colors began to return.

The shattered sky began to slowly repair itself under the calming influence of imaginary energy. However, the scattered star debris and the broken floating continent below all testified to the ferocity of the battle that had just taken place.

A moment later, golden lightning flew from a distance and hovered in front of Lin Yuan.

Jing Yuan's figure materialized from within, his gaze towards Lin Yuan somewhat complicated.

"Young friend, you have really given me a big surprise."

General Shence had already made up his mind.

The handsome young man in front of me, who looks gentle and refined but becomes extremely ferocious in battle, possesses the combat power of an Envoy even if he is not one.

Moreover, they are absolutely combat-oriented commanders.

Thinking about it this way, if we could really bring the other side to the united front of Luofu...

With two powerful envoys stationed at Luofu, one of whom the enemy is unaware of, what internal and external troubles does Luofu even pose?

Thinking of this, Jing Yuan's initial desire to inquire about Lin Yuan's peculiar power faded. It was best for each of them to keep some things to themselves.

"There's nothing more to say about the outcome of this third round,"

Jing Yuan shook his head with a wry smile.

"Seeing a young person like you always makes me feel old."

"General, you flatter me," Lin Yuan replied with a smile.

"It's good to be old, because when you're old you can enjoy your retirement life."

"Hey."

When the word "retirement" was mentioned, Jingyuan sighed deeply.

"If your words are truly auspicious, then I will be able to enjoy a life of luxury. It's just a pity... I'm afraid I'll have to stay in this general's position for some time. Back then, my ideal was to roam the stars with a sword."

Jing Yuan smiled nonchalantly.

"Perhaps I am destined to a life of toil."

After the general finished speaking, a strange light flashed in his eyes.

"Then I wish the general a speedy retirement. Come to the company to see me when the time comes, and I will make the arrangements."

Lin Yuan waved his hand.

"You can go wherever you want for vacation then, and I'll sponsor the investment."

As soon as he finished speaking, Jing Yuan gave him a deep look.

I haven't even retired yet, and people are already eyeing my retirement life.

"Let's go, young friend."

Jing Yuan glanced helplessly at the dilapidated cave, feeling as if he wanted to cry.

"Let my poor little cave repair itself. Alas, it seems I won't be able to come here for a while."

After saying that, he turned around and led the way, flying towards the heavens.

Lin Yuan observed his retreating figure with great interest.

He suddenly realized that the final blow, which originated from the power of the [Foundation], seemed to have left something interesting on this [Hunter] Envoy.

A rudimentary idea began to form in Lin Yuan's mind, but he decided to leave it aside for now.

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A short while later, the two figures returned to the Shence Mansion one after the other.

A person was now waiting in front of the previously empty hall of the Shence Mansion.

Upon seeing the figure suddenly appear from the cave, the people below the stage were initially startled, but then relaxed after seeing Jing Yuan.

But when Lin Yuan also appeared, his gaze began to look somewhat strange.

"Qingzu, how long have you been waiting here?"

Upon seeing this, Jing Yuan spoke up.

"Reporting to the general, I have only just arrived."

The strategist looked Jing Yuan up and down, his face covered in dust and looking disheveled, and a strange thought flashed through his mind.

"This general just came from the Martial Arts Academy. Did he... get beaten up?"

"Cough cough."

Seemingly sensing that the chief strategist was thinking something impolite, Jingyuan coughed lightly.

"I got carried away just now and had a brief sparring session with young friend Lin Yuan. Is there anything important you need to report?"

No matter how hard Qingzu racked his brains, he couldn't have guessed that in just a short while, the entire cave was about to be destroyed.

Upon hearing Jingyuan's question, she immediately became serious and said:

"It's a feedback regarding the Medicine King's secret teachings and the deployment of the Cloud Cavalry, but..."

Qingzhu turned his gaze to Lin Yuan.

It's alright.

Jing Yuan waved his hand.

"I have now established a defense partnership with the company's representatives, and Luo Fu should repay his friends with sincerity. There are no confidential matters here, so please feel free to speak freely."

The general blinked as he looked at the blue arrowhead.

Lin Yuan politely thanked him, but was inwardly speechless.

Since the battle just now, my every move will definitely be personally watched by this [Hunting] Envoy.

Even if he heard about the Cloud Cavalry's deployment, what could he do? Jing Yuan clearly still wanted to test him.

"Yes, General!"

Qingzu was initially puzzled, but noticing Jingyuan's gaze, he nodded and reported:

"Following the mobilization of the Shence Army, we have already begun the investigation of the Medicine King's secret teachings..."

Lin Yuan couldn't be bothered to listen; sometimes, the more you know, the more trouble you get into.

Feeling somewhat bored, he walked over to the chessboard, sat down, and began to study the game.

Soon after Qingzu finished his report, Jingyuan slowly sat down opposite him.

"Young friend, how about we play another round?"

The pieces were placed, and the two sides once again engaged in fierce battle on the chessboard.

Moments later, the black and white pieces formed a killing frenzy in the middle game.

"Young friend, what do you think of this game of chess? Does it reflect the current situation at Luofu?"

Jing Yuan raised his hand and pointed at each chess piece.

"Star Core Hunter, Medicine King's Secret Technique, Star Core... all have now fallen into this chess game of myriad phenomena. And in Luofu today, the only ones who can be called chess players are... my young friend and me."

His expression was gleaming; in this complex situation, only those at the level of a Commander were qualified to make moves.

"But what about that chess player who likes to flip the table?"

Lin Yuan said calmly.

The messengers of [Destruction] are mostly impatient with playing chess. They prefer to smash the chessboard directly into their opponent's face.

"Then let's find a way to get him to sit down and behave properly!"

Jing Yuan's tone turned cold, and his gaze fell upon the center of the chessboard, as if a giant tree were appearing before his eyes.

There's always a way....

He paused for a moment.

"Besides, having too many players will scare away your opponents. Therefore, young friend, please conceal yourself and wait for the crucial moment to decisively decide the situation—don't scare away our guests."

After he finished speaking, the two of them chuckled.

At this moment, the Great Lord of Annihilation also seemed to have transformed into a chess piece, falling onto the chessboard.