Swallowed Star 2: Origin Continent
Chapter 179: Total Invasion

Chapter 179: Total Invasion

Di Chu’s guess was spot on—Luo Feng’s ascension to Divine King was quickly confirmed, and the two major intelligence organizations, the Flame Pavilion and the Thunder Chamber of Commerce, both verified the news and sold it to their clients.

Bolu Mountain.

In a vast bath, a serpentine creature clad in sacred white scales was cultivating, faint golden light spreading around it.

“Hmm?” The creature suddenly opened its eyes, its form shifting into that of Divine King Bolu. He smiled.

“As expected, Luo He became a Divine King in a short span of time.”

“To reach invincibility at the First Stage Divine King level without any external aid... terrifying indeed,” Divine King Bolu expressed his envy.

Such an extraordinary talent—true experts across the Origin Continent were well aware of how boundless the potential was!

Even the two Ancient Kingdoms would treat such a person with great importance. For instance, Divine King Jiayin was highly regarded in the Ancient Thunder Kingdom. The royal family of the Thunder Kingdom commonly cultivated the Primordial Bloodline, which made most of them unfit for governance.

In contrast, in the Ancient Flame Kingdom, the threshold for cultivating the Primordial Bloodline was extremely high. Many at the First Stage Divine King level were unqualified to cultivate it, and even at the Second Stage Divine King level, only about half were eligible. Hence, many Divine Kings with clear minds and rationality were available to govern. Guest Divine Kings, however, held no qualification to participate in kingdom affairs.

“Even with my Master’s guidance, I had to shift to cultivating the Primordial Bloodline to become invincible at the First Stage Divine King level. Compared to Luo He, I fall far behind,” there was a trace of unwillingness in Divine King Bolu’s eyes. “Breaking through in realm... is too difficult.”

“I have been comprehending the laws within the Primordial Bloodline, but I still can’t break through to Second Stage Divine King.” Divine King Bolu lightly shook his head, then returned to his Primordial Bloodline true form to continue his cultivation in silence.

Ancient Thunder Kingdom, Zuo Shan City.

As a newly ascended Chaos Realm Transcendent, Zuo Shan Ke kept an extremely low profile, devoting himself solely to comprehending the Primordial Bloodline. He didn’t rush to become a Divine King—for him, becoming one could happen at any time.

“Whooo~~~” Seated cross-legged, flames surged across Zuo Shan Ke’s body, his expression calm and unperturbed.

His Mental Will had already reached the Second Stage Divine King level, and his realm was sufficiently advanced. Comprehending even just the introductory level of the Primordial Bloodline was easy for him—he could retain complete clarity and rationality.

On the Origin Continent, many free Divine Kings had access only to average Primordial Bloodlines.

Bloodlines capable of ascending one to Emperor or Monarch levels were never released by the two Ancient Kingdoms. Even the second-tier Primordial Bloodlines required immense contributions to obtain.

Rulers like the Ruler of Yuguo and Ruler of Shiguo were already at the Second Stage Divine King level. The bloodlines they obtained were fairly ordinary, allowing them to retain full clarity and reason. In contrast, those cultivating the highest-tier bloodlines might have a chance at the Emperor level, but they were also more prone to losing control.

There were gains and losses.

Free Divine Kings who cultivated Primordial Bloodlines usually remained rational.

The royal family of the two Ancient Kingdoms, cultivating stronger Primordial Bloodlines, often underwent drastic personality changes, sometimes even descending into madness.

“Hmm?” Zuo Shan Ke suddenly received intelligence. He had long subscribed to all updates concerning Luo He.

“Luo Feng broke through?” Zuo Shan Ke’s heart lit up with joy. “So fast—he became a Divine King after only a hundred-plus epochs since arriving on the Origin Continent.”

Back then, it was in despair that Zuo Shan Ke ventured deep into the Universe Ocean.

To enslave a Realm Beast?

To train a disciple and seek revenge?

The chances had been slim! Yet Zuo Shan Ke had self-awareness—if he stayed on the Origin Continent, he could never defeat the three rulers of Shiguo. He couldn’t fully eliminate even one of them.

Later, when Luo Feng succeeded in cultivating the Lieu Yuan Technique, Zuo Shan Ke had been thrilled. That technique had once spread multiple times through Yuan, yet countless geniuses on the Origin Continent had failed to master it. Luo Feng succeeding meant he had passed Yuan’s test.

And then, Luo Feng became a True God, and the unprecedented size of his Small Universe made Zuo Shan Ke realize that his disciple surpassed all others at the same level.

His confidence only grew!

“To achieve such power without external help...” Zuo Shan Ke thought. “Among the three rulers of Shiguo, only Heavenly Kun Ruler is stronger than Luo Feng.”

Zuo Shan Ke was beyond exhilarated.

In his excitement, even his Mental Will surged with battle spirit.

“Wait a little longer,” Zuo Shan Ke knew well—he was still far from being able to truly eliminate the three rulers.

Shiguo’s capital, inside the royal palace.

Heavenly Kun Ruler sat on the throne.

“Big Brother,” said Wuxiang Laozu, “Ever since your last order, we’ve been drafting detailed plans. All Chaos States along the border are ready—at any time, we can fully invade Yuguo. But just now, we received word—Luo He has become a Divine King.”

Wuxiang Laozu was full of hostility toward Luo Feng, who had ruined his greatest opportunity!

“He only just became a Divine King.”

Heavenly Kun Ruler responded calmly, “It changes nothing in the grand scheme.”

“According to various speculations, once he became a Divine King, he must have quickly reached the invincible strength of the First Stage Divine King.” Divine King Kufeng said, “We are not afraid of him, but if he takes action, we won’t be able to stop him.”

Wuxiang Laozu, Ancestor of the Blade Demon, Divine King Liuyu, and Divine King Kufeng were all deeply experienced Divine Kings, but even the strongest among them, Wuxiang Laozu, was merely at the peak level of the First Stage Divine King.

“This time, it’s a joint decision between my friends and me. If Luo He doesn’t intervene, fine. But if he insists on stepping forward, I’ll make him pay the price!” The Heavenly Kun Ruler’s gaze turned cold. “But you must also remember: when we fully invade Yuguo, avoid Huyang City! Avoid the entire Chaos State where Huyang City is located.”

“I’ve already given him enough face, and yet he still wants to intervene! If conflict breaks out, the royal family of the Ancient Flame Kingdom has no right to blame me.” The Heavenly Kun Ruler didn’t care about Luo He; he was more concerned about the thoughts of the Ancient Flame Kingdom’s royal family.

“Yes, we will avoid that Chaos State.” The four Divine Kings understood.

The Heavenly Kun Ruler nodded.

Following his will, the various Chaos States along the border of Shiguo began crossing the border in full force, invading Yuguo! Of course, they merely avoided the Jiugang Chaos State, where Huyang City was located.

Huyang City.

“City Lord.” Vice City Lord Magili Meng and Moyu Hu came to pay respects to Luo Feng at the same time.

“Why are you in such a rush? Has something major happened?” Clad in silver robes, Luo Feng was seated atop a tall building in the City Lord’s Residence, sipping wine.

Magili Meng immediately reported, “Something huge! Shiguo has launched a full-scale invasion of Yuguo. Many cities along Yuguo’s border are under attack. Each is defending while also requesting aid from the capital.”

“Shiguo is blatantly disregarding the rules this time.” Moyu Hu said, “Several Chaos Realm experts have already taken action during the invasion. Clearly, they are not afraid of the war escalating.”

If it were only one or two Chaos Realm figures acting, it could be dismissed as a personal grudge.

But with several Chaos Realm figures making moves, it was clearly the will of Shiguo as a whole.

“Our five Divine Kings in Yuguo have yet to issue any clear orders.” Magili Meng added with concern, “Without commands from the Divine Kings, the Chaos Realm experts across various regions are hesitant and continuously retreating. Many places have already fallen.”

“In times of war, attack when needed, retreat when needed. But now, with no clear commands... it’s the worst-case scenario.” Magili Meng also knew the situation was dire.

Luo Feng nodded. “The Ruler of Yuguo is currently entangled in trouble and cannot return for now. That’s why the other four Divine Kings of Yuguo dare not act—they are still waiting for the Ruler’s orders.”

“The Ruler can’t return?” Magili Meng and Moyu Hu were shocked.

“There will be a conclusion soon.” Luo Feng said. “The Ruler of Yuguo cannot delay too long.”

Shiguo was deliberately pressing forward step by step.

If the goal truly were to destroy the country, the Divine Kings would directly attack the capital!

Without being able to kill the Ruler of Yuguo, Shiguo wouldn’t dare initiate a war of extermination. They were simply forcing the Ruler of Yuguo to make a decision—whether to abandon his true body.

……

Yuguo, Royal Capital.

“Your Majesty.”

All four Divine Kings had arrived and were anxiously looking at their ruler.

A towering figure covered in fur sat there, eyes filled with unwillingness, anger, and helplessness.

“Your Majesty, though Shiguo isn’t moving quickly, it is a full-scale invasion. We’ve already lost thirty-two major cities, and seven Chaos States have completely fallen. Their army continues advancing.” A black-robed figure with two curved horns said, “They are forcing you to decide.”

“They’re pushing step by step, just to make me abandon my true body and leave the Heavenly River.” The Ruler of Yuguo was unwilling.

This was merely a Divine Power Incarnation. His true body was extremely powerful, and the Heavenly River environment suited him well—it was rich in resources and ideal for competition. This strength had provoked the Heavenly Kun Ruler and several other powerhouses to unite against him.

“Your Majesty, what do we do now?” All four Divine Kings looked to him.

If the Ruler didn’t act, the four of them could not possibly stand in his place. After all, facing the Heavenly Kun Ruler… they too might be forced into reincarnation.

The Ruler of Yuguo remained silent.

“There is now a hegemon-level existence within Yuguo. Though he may not defeat the Heavenly Kun Ruler, he does not fear him either.” A woman in green robe softly spoke. “And this hegemon-level figure achieved his power without relying on any external aid! No faction on the Origin Continent dares to underestimate him, and he is also the personal disciple of the Emperor of the Ancient Flame Kingdom.”

“Your Majesty, if Divine King Luo He truly joins our Yuguo, that would change everything.” The black-robed figure with curved horns added, while the other two Divine Kings looked on with hope.

With one more hegemon-level existence, Yuguo’s foundation would naturally grow stronger.

“Someone that powerful, reaching such heights unaided, would join a second-rate kingdom?” The Ruler of Yuguo gently shook his head. “Enough. You may all leave. I’ll think it over.”

The four Divine Kings exchanged glances and could only withdraw.

In the lonely grand hall, only the Ruler of Yuguo remained.

If he had no attachments, he could hide safely in the Heavenly River. But he had a clan, children, and many subordinates. A vast kingdom with stable resource output was also crucial to him.

“With Luo He’s potential, he could easily hold a high position in either of the two ancient kingdoms or any first-rate power. Join a second-rate kingdom? He could create one of his own.” The Ruler of Yuguo was troubled.

If Luo Feng were to establish a kingdom, the territory might be small at first, but as his strength grew, the nation would naturally rise in power.

“No matter the outcome, I should at least try.” The Ruler of Yuguo had no better option. He could ask friends to fend off the Heavenly Kun Ruler occasionally, but in a long-term war, the price would be too high.

As for abandoning his true body? He simply couldn’t part with it!

“Come to think of it, Luo He and I share a bit of fate.” The Ruler of Yuguo thought for a moment, then immediately ordered that his daughter Yu Shui Tianyu, along with Black Butcher, Suo Zhi, and several other attendants, accompany him to personally visit Divine King Luo He in Huyang City.