As night falls, the city lights light up, like stars on a star map.
In Shangcheng District, in a high-end villa area built near the river, there is a fishing platform with wooden guardrails next to the artificial lake.
Lin Xiao stood on the second-floor balcony of a small independent house, looking at the shadowy lake, thoughtfully.
After our appointment in the afternoon, Margaret told me about the whereabouts of the Philosopher's Stone.
And this is truly a ‘secret’.
After all, many forces and powerful people are eager for eighth-level materials.
For federal authorities, the better this secret is kept, the easier it will be to seize the Philosopher's Stone.
Therefore, only politicians with good hands and eyes like the team leader can get first-hand information.
However, this secret turned out to be a return gift for the 'date', which made Lin Xiao feel a little complicated.
First, Margaret, as a woman, is somewhat unpredictable.
Secondly, Lin Xiao became increasingly suspicious of the connection between the team leader and the Demon God of Greed.
Because according to legend, when the greedy demon covets treasures, he will never do it himself. He usually relies on manipulating humans to achieve his desires.
But no matter what
Lin Xiao's eyes were deep, and he looked at the dark fire that looked like a black sun in his palm.
I will always go to King Solomon's ruins.
Not only to find the mythical substance, [Philosopher's Stone].
It also confirmed his guess and found out the truth about the two final demon gods.
Glancing sideways at the dark lights of her neighbor Chu Yun's house, Lin Xiao calmed down, returned indoors, and walked toward the virtual cabin with a bright silver shell.
Tonight at eight o'clock, there will be a duel with Augustus, the great emperor of the northern kingdom.
The world will focus on this duel, and at the same time, it will also learn the true appearance of the epee man under the helmet.
This is not only to show your power, but also to take responsibility for the people and things you value.
Lin Xiao was lying in the virtual cabin, his body was scanned by infrared rays, and he said calmly:
"Connect, start."
The consciousness passes through the endless white light, and the body seems to pass through the torrent of information.
With an achievement exclusive to the entire server, a soft electronically synthesized female voice sounded in my ears.
"The player 'Epee Wu Feng' has been connected. Welcome back, champion."
The moment the heavy sword man appeared in the cloud hall, everyone's eyes immediately focused on him.
This is a hero who achieved a lot of deeds in the source world and saved an entire Golden State in reality!
The players looked eagerly and crowded around the man in black armor, cheering:
"Come on, boss!"
"You are so fierce, boss, that you can make Emperor Augustus accept the challenge!"
In the minds of players, this champion is the top boss in the game; and Augustus is an unreachable powerhouse in reality.
Now, this big boss is going to face off against Augustus. Everyone is a little surprised, and they expect him to defeat the strong with the weak.
"No matter what you look like under your helmet, I will support you!" the players said happily.
"Kill me!"
The epee man nodded slightly, shouldered the hot meteor sword, and stepped towards the teleportation aperture.
Buzz.
The teleportation light lit up, and Lin Xiao's eyes were sharp.
Indiscriminate killing!
*
As early as three days ago, the news of the scheduled duel between the Epee Man and Emperor Augustus had already exploded on major forums.
The media built momentum, news publicity, players spread rumors...all walks of life showed strong concern for this duel.
On both sides, one is the ‘unparalleled national scholar’ at the peak of the seventh level.
The other one showed peak level of sixth level during the Starry Sky Cup, and now, I am afraid that he has reached level seven strength.
The showdown between the seven levels is enough to ignite the audience's adrenaline and ignite anticipation and passion!
However, the audience also knows that even if they are both at the seventh level, there is still a gap.
Emperor Augustus is the leader of the Northern Kingdom. He has been fighting against seventh-level monsters in the deep sea all year round, and has developed a heart as cold and hard as an iceberg.
Although the heavy swordsman was the champion of the Starry Sky Cup and had killed the sea monster ‘Theseus’, his deeds were still not enough in front of Augustus.
After all, deep-sea monsters that are rare in the Federation are commonplace in the North.
Emperor Augustus led the Northern Fleet to attack all year round, hunting seventh-level monsters of the same level as 'Theseus'!
Of course, the Federation also has its own crises.
The kingdom of Northland is troubled by monsters from the deep sea, and the Federation faces the threat of the resurrection of the devil.
In the eyes of the masses, only the legendary saint can solve the threat of the devil...
The support rate online is about 30-70.
Thirty percent of the audience who support the epee man are actually not optimistic about his winning rate.
Even though the epee player made rapid progress, he reached the seventh level in just two months after winning the championship.
As a seventh-level newcomer, facing Emperor Augustus is no different from committing suicide.
Comments from all walks of life:
"Fighting against Emperor Augustus and then revealing his identity is a good marketing strategy. The premise is that the loss is not too ugly."
"I can't think of a way for a heavy swordsman to win...unless he is also a strong man at the peak of the seventh level?"
"Haha, my strength has skyrocketed to a big level in just one month, and I haven't even been as strong as I signed a contract with the devil!"
"Augustus has also lost, but who did he lose? Someone like Tianshi Jiang Shang, Jinlong Zhenjun. How can you, a heavy swordsman, win? You don't know if you don't have that strength!"
Jinlong Zhenjun, who was surfing the Internet, had his eyelids twitching.
I have never fought against Augustus, little netizens, please stop talking nonsense!
However, the news that little brother Lin Xiao was going to duel with Augustus really surprised Zhenjun.
Although he supported Lin Xiao in his heart, he still had a trace of doubt...
Augustus holds the legendary Odin's divine spear 'Gungunir', which gives people a very powerful impression.
Unless little brother Lin Xiao can obtain the power to compete with the divine aura on the Eternal Spear.
For example, the legend spread among the federal countries, the power of the devil...
The face of True Lord Golden Dragon suddenly became strange, remembering the black-armored man who ignited triple flames all over his body to fight against Hydra in the heavy rain in Golden Continent.
Little brother Lin Xiao seems to really have the power of the devil!
The Atlantic Ocean, the vast expanse of sea.
Fanshatian, who was sunbathing, lowered his sunglasses, rested his arms on his head and said:
"Oh? The epee man is going to duel with Augustus, and he also wants to reveal his identity?"
"Yes." The manager said cautiously, "But his winning rate is too slim... His opponent is the Queen of the North."
Brahma Shatian grinned, revealing a frightening smile that he thought was very kind:
"Guess why Augustus agreed to duel with the epee man?"
The manager broke into a cold sweat: "I, I don't know."
"That must be because the epee man has set out a condition that can make Augustus' heart beat. That condition is definitely related to the increase in strength."
Brahmashatian looked up at the blue sky, recalling the black-armored man on the island who seemed to never be defeated, and said hoarsely:
"It's so strong... I also want to get into the same field as them as soon as possible..."
The manager was confused.
"Forget it, it's impossible for a mortal like you to understand." Brahmashatian sighed, "How many days are left in the voyage?"
"Twenty days."
"It's been a nice journey, but I have to end it early."
Brahmashatian stretched out his hand and pressed his broad palm on the manager's head, like stroking a child, and said with a smile:
"I also want to chase my own..."
Fanshatian pursed his lips, his eyes showed a strong desire to catch up, his whole face was extremely fierce, and he said in a low voice:
"Martial arts."
Northern Kingdom, Thousand Winters City.
In the cold, iron-grey domed palace, Consul Anna stopped the senior military officer who wanted to see him and said:
"Lord Augustus is preparing for an important showdown. No one is allowed to enter."
The senior officer showed a trace of hesitation on his face and said:
"That's why I'm here. I'm not questioning Lord Augustus's decision. I'm just going to fight against a card master who has just entered the seventh level and condescend to me. Is it worth it?"
"First entered the seventh level?"
Anna sneered: "You have underestimated Lord Augustus's vision, and at the same time you have underestimated the heroes of the world."
The officer was stunned for a moment, as if he had thought of something, and his eyes were a little unbelievable.
An opponent who can make Lord Augustus prepare carefully for battle...
Could it be that the epee man is really a powerful card master with the strength of "unparalleled national warriors"?
How is this possible? There are only a few unparalleled national warriors in the world, not to mention that a month ago, the epee master was only at the sixth level!
Anna saw the hesitation on the officer's face and said to herself without saying a word of sarcasm:
"That heavy sword man can take the initiative to mention the [Sacred Realm], and his vision is at the same level as Lord Augustus..."
Although, he still couldn't defeat Lord Augustus.
But it is indeed necessary to show due respect to the strong!
The main hall of the palace is luxurious and majestic, but the queen's bedroom is frugal and simple, with white navy hats placed on the neatly stacked beds.
Augustus has a slender figure, wearing vaguely visible home clothes, standing barefoot in front of a floor-to-ceiling mirror, combing his long blue hair with a comb in his hand, his eyes indifferent.
Then, she changed into a white navy uniform, white stockings and high boots.
The moment she put on her white military cap and lowered her head, her temperament suddenly became cold, like a queen on the ice.
"Those who pursue the [Sacred Realm]."
Augustus put his hands on his chin, looked thoughtful, and whispered to himself:
"I hope... you can really satisfy me."
*
It was approaching eight o'clock in the evening, and the arena in the virtual world was packed with seats.
The high-level venue projection in the center can perfectly show the style of the seventh-level duel, so the audience does not hesitate to buy tickets to enter.
Real cheers swept through the entire venue like a tide, and players with different images shouted the names of "Epee Man" and "Augustus".
More viewers poured into the major broadcast rooms, watching the barrage with excitement and anticipation.
This is the night when the epee man reveals his identity, and it is also the night when Emperor Augustus shows his elegance in front of the world!
At Rendong University, many students guarded the public projection in the cafeteria, looking forward to the appearance of both parties.
"I wonder what a heavy sword man looks like..."
Carlo sat next to Jolina and said curiously: "I guess it's an uncle?"
Jolina was forced to come to the cafeteria by Carlo, saying that she wanted to feel the collective atmosphere. While lowering her head to review her homework, she looked up at the projection and said lightly:
"You'll find out later...it will definitely shock you."
Investigation team, Sigrid set up a small table and chairs next to the hospital bed, covered it with potato chips, pudding, and strawberry cake, scooped up jelly and looked at the broadcast on the TV, saying vaguely:
"Lin is about to appear!"
Brother Chu Yun, who was wrapped like a mummy with only his eyes exposed, glanced at the little secretary's snack feast from the corner of his eye.
Are you and Lin Xiao coming to my ward for a spring outing and picnic...
Salomon Winery.
A snake snaked its way into the conference room from outside the door. Seeing Lord Lucifer staring at the live broadcast on the screen, he couldn't help but be stunned:
"Are you watching Lin Xiao's live broadcast?"
"No." Lucifer said flatly, "I just clicked on it accidentally."
Samael: "..."
You don’t believe in ghosts, okay?
The beautiful Beelzebub was nibbling fried chicken nearby, looking rude as he ate, sucking his fingers and sneered:
"Isn't he just concerned about the black dragon messenger? But..."
Beelzebub changed the topic: "Seventh-level duels between humans are quite rare... I have beer here, you can drink while watching."
Samael was heartbroken: "Drinking beer in the winery, you are sorry for the wine I brewed!"
"How can you eat fried chicken with red wine?" Beelzebub said contemptuously.
Turning his head, Lucifer picked up a fried wing, took a small sip, then picked up the goblet and took a sip gracefully.
Beelzebub and Samael were stunned.
Elegant, so elegant!
Boiling cheers suddenly sounded from the screen projection. It turned out that a famous commentator was on stage.
"Gentlemen and ladies, tonight's arena will focus the attention of the world!"
Commentator Leo said passionately: "One of them is the champion player of the Starry Sky Cup and an epee expert."
"The other one is the 'unparalleled national warrior' of the Northern Kingdom, Augustus!"
Given Augustus' status, Leo didn't know why he agreed to a duel with the epee man.
All you need to know is that this game is the most valuable game that I have commented on in recent years!
The commentary pushed the emotion of the scene to a high point, shouting amidst the very real applause:
"Next, let the venue card start beating!!"
Under the spotlight, the field card rotated and settled on a somewhat peculiar map.
The first thing that catches the eye is a huge steel ship, like a solid war fortress, with four large chimneys spewing smoke.
And all around the ship is the endless ocean, infinitely close to the "place of the sea".
"The two sides will fight on the ship and on the sea! The ship will be the only bunker, and it is also the terrain that the card masters need to use!"
Leo paused for a moment and said hesitantly: "But for a seventh-level card master, there may be a question mark as to whether a bunker is needed."
The barrage flew by: "Hahaha."
"Classic 'transporter' map, right?"
"Here he comes, the field killer is coming with a big sword on his shoulder!"
Leo said loudly: "Let us invite both sides to appear!!"
A beam of teleportation light fell next to the large smokestack on the stern deck.
The man in black armor held a large black sword in his hand, inserted the sword into the deck with a clang, and folded his hands on the hilt.
His domineering posture aroused enthusiastic shouts from the audience.
When another beam of light fell, the cheers in the arena suddenly stopped.
It was as if there was an invisible cold wind freezing reality and virtuality. The indescribable majestic aura was incompatible with the entertainment atmosphere of the virtual world.
The biting cold wind lifted up her long blue hair under her white navy hat, and she had a slender silhouette in her white navy uniform. She was wearing military boots, standing on the bow deck of the ship, looking coldly, holding Odin's eternal spear in her hand!