Deep within the Guixu.
The situation here was extremely complex, with fragile space and frequent spatial rifts. Any living being caught within one was guaranteed to be gravely injured or killed.
However, this chaotic environment paradoxically attracted a large number of ferocious beasts from other worlds.
These beasts emerged through spatial rifts, but since they were not permanent passages, they often found it difficult to return to their original worlds once they left.
Upon arriving in this new world, these ferocious beasts began to congregate, launching periodic attacks on the major powers surrounding the Guixu.
Among these beasts were many of ninth-tier, but many lacked sentience, posing a latent threat. The Sword God’s mission was to eliminate these potential dangers before they could mature.
Yet, since the invasion from the异兽界 (Yìshòu Jiè - Exotic Beast Realm), he had almost abandoned this task.
The war between the Exotic Beast Realm and humanity was still in its nascent stages. Neither side had engaged in large-scale conflict, as both were currently in an assessment phase.
However, once the enemy ascertained their true strength, they might launch a full-blown war.
Having experienced numerous alien invasion events, the Sword God could largely predict the outcomes of such situations.
He swung his sword, wounding an eighth-tier exotic beast, and then stepped on its head.
Grabbing the fur on its back, he muttered, “Although it’s only eighth-tier, it should be sufficient as a mount for the Tamer!”
“I hope this fellow, the Tamer, can assemble a formidable beast army with my help!”
Indeed, there was little else he could do currently. Thus, he had been secretly amassing ferocious beasts, sending them to the Tamer, who in turn distributed them to the teachers and students of the academy.
Over these past few days, he had already sent tens of thousands of ferocious beasts.
Among them, the most powerful were ninth-tier, and the weakest were sixth-tier.
Such a large number of beasts was more than enough to form a vanguard army.
Beep beep beep!!!
At this moment, his wristband chimed.
He tapped to answer.
Zhou Yang: “Master, something terrible has happened. I received intelligence from Junior Brother that the Exotic Beast Realm is planning a full-scale invasion of our human race!”
Sword God: “Explain in detail what’s happening.”
Zhou Yang then recounted Lin Yu’s words.
The Sword God listened and fell silent.
He was not surprised by this news.
After all, besides capturing ferocious beasts, he had not been idle.
He had observed various battlefields and had even secretly eliminated a few ninth-tier exotic beasts.
He had already formed predictions regarding the enemy’s next moves and objectives.
He had not expected them to strike against humanity so soon.
Sword God: “Alright, I understand. Do not tell anyone else about this, lest it cause panic.”
Zhou Yang: “Then what are your plans, Master?”
Sword God: “If it were up to me, I would naturally slay them all with a single sword. However, I will inform the Cabinet. The specific actions will be decided by the Cabinet.”
Zhou Yang: “Understood. You must urge the Cabinet, and be extremely careful. This exotic beast race is far stronger than us!”
Sword God: “Don’t worry, young man. When the sky falls, there will be tall people to bear it. As for you, your cultivation has not improved at all, which greatly disappoints your master.”
Zhou Yang: “Um… I’ve had a breakthrough recently. If I cultivate for a while longer, I’ll most likely break through!”
Sword God: “Hmph, your ‘most likely’ is no different from failure.”
Zhou Yang: “Master, I promise to work hard. Alright, I’m going to cultivate now.”
Sword God: “You brat… Forget it, I’m busy too. Goodbye!”
Zhou Yang: “Master, goodbye!”
The call ended.
A heavy expression settled on the Sword God’s face.
He exhaled a breath of stale air and dialed the number of a Cabinet Elder.
Beep beep beep~
Elder: “Hello~”
Sword God: “It’s me!”
Upon hearing the Sword God’s voice, the Elder froze. They had once been very close brothers, but due to certain events, they had become estranged, not speaking to each other for years.
It had been nearly a century since they last communicated. Now, receiving a call from him, the Elder was momentarily speechless, frozen in place.
Sword God: “You don’t need to speak. Just listen. I have received intelligence that the next target of the Exotic Beast Realm is our human race. It will happen within the next three days. They will launch an extermination war against us. You decide what to do!”
The Elder was about to ask something when he realized the Sword God had already hung up.
However, the intelligence relayed by the Sword God weighed heavily on his mind.
“Wu Qi, come here!”
Wu Qi was his secretary, meticulous and possessing high emotional intelligence and competence, though his talent was not exceptional, destined for a clerical role.
Wu Qi, who was organizing documents in the outer office, promptly stood up and entered upon hearing the Elder’s call.
“Elder, you called for me.”
The Elder said, “Quickly make preparations. We will hold a Cabinet meeting shortly.”
Wu Qi was curious but did not hesitate. “Elder, I will begin preparations immediately. Do you have any other instructions?”
“Inform them that this is of utmost importance and their attendance is mandatory!” the Elder instructed.
“Alright, I will go and prepare.”
Wu Qi then left to make the arrangements.
Returning to his desk, Wu Qi began making calls to various departments. Half an hour later, all arrangements were in place.
The various departments swiftly relayed the news to the powerhouses of the major factions.
At this time.
At the First Academy, the Divine Dynasty Academy.
The Dean, wearing sunglasses, was conversing with someone in his office.
Seated before him was a middle-aged man in a water-blue robe. If Lin Yu were to see this person, he would surely recognize his identity.
This was none other than Shui Qianchou’s father, the patriarch of the Water Divine Dynasty family.
He had come to the Divine Dynasty Academy to handle the aftermath of Shui Qianchou’s death.
“I deeply regret the passing of student Shui. Please accept my condolences and find solace.” The Dean, wearing sunglasses and a black jacket, had the appearance of a young man.
Despite his seemingly flippant and unreliable demeanor, the patriarch of the Water Divine Dynasty dared not act presumptuously in front of him.
Even with his son’s death, he dared not harbor any resentment towards the Divine Dynasty Academy.
The reason was simple: the Shui family was powerful, but compared to the Divine Dynasty Academy, the difference was too great.
Although he was also a ninth-tier powerhouse, he was no match for the seemingly carefree man before him!
They were both Divine Dynasties, yet their strength differed vastly.
“This matter was my son’s carelessness. It is fate, and also his tribulation, alas!” The Shui family patriarch had resigned himself to his fate.
He had investigated and found no divine lineage marks, so it was highly probable that the person who killed his son was already dead, or that the killer was not a living being but something more sinister.
Therefore, revenge was impossible.
“The school also bears some responsibility for this matter. If you encounter any trouble in the future, feel free to tell me, and I will do my best to assist you.”
After saying this, the Dean’s expression suddenly changed.
“Apologies, the Cabinet requires my attention. We will discuss your matter tomorrow!”
His meaning was clear: he was dismissing the visitor. The Shui family patriarch did not dare to disobey and quickly withdrew.
Simultaneously.
At the Second Academy, the War Master Academy.
The students recruited by this academy were mostly those with weapon-related talents.
The Dean of the academy was a swordsman who wielded a long sword.
He appeared to be a middle-aged man with a weathered face, dressed in a simple gray robe.
At this moment, he stood atop a mountain peak, observing its majestic beauty and comprehending sword intent.
Suddenly, his expression changed.
Glancing at his wristband, he said sternly, “Excellent!
“In this coming war, Sword God, I will show the world that my sword is the strongest!”