"The Supreme One has arrived?"
Zhang Chen descended slowly from the air, waiting for the dust to settle before he could clearly see the visitor's appearance.
He saw an old man in his forties or fifties, carrying Xila in his arms, walking slowly towards Zhang Chen.
The old man's eyes were bright and his face was resolute, with powerful and dazzling energy veins flowing through his body, comparable to Xu Linna's strength.
"Are you the one who came to challenge me?"
The Supreme One looked at Zhang Chen and spoke with a blank expression.
"That's right, and the Black-tailed Swallow Legion is also here!"
Zhang Chen said.
In this situation, assassination was no longer necessary.
If he could quickly shatter Angina's illusions and personally wipe out the Supreme One's group, everything would be settled.
It would save Angina the trouble of planning how to infiltrate the enemy and assassinate them. If their actions conflicted, it would easily lead to complications.
"Oh? Angina is here too?"
The Supreme One chuckled and put Xila down.
"It... it's me... Master..."
Angina lowered her head and slowly stepped out with the members of the Black-tailed Swallow Legion.
"What? Master?"
Zhang Chen felt like his ears were playing tricks on him.
Angina called the Supreme One "Master"?
Seeing Zhang Chen's surprised expression, Angina said apologetically:
"I'm sorry, Zhang Chen, I lied to you... Although our time together was very short, I'm very happy to have met you. It reminded me of a beautiful memory from the past."
"The Black-tailed Swallow Legion was founded by Master Supreme One himself, so of course he is our master."
"When I mentioned assassination, it was just to find the enemies hidden among the slaves..."
"This..."
Zhang Chen looked at Amelia, who quickly waved her hands, indicating that she genuinely didn't know.
"Master, can I return to your side?"
"I felt so lonely wandering outside during this time..."
Angina lowered her head, kneeling on one knee with a submissive expression, and asked.
"You've worked hard, carrying my obsession for so long..."
"However... it seems a new successor has come to complete our unfinished business."
The Supreme One looked at Zhang Chen, a kind smile on his face.
"Thank you, Master..."
Angina and the members of the Black-tailed Swallow Legion immediately stood by the Supreme One's side.
"I know what you're thinking, I didn't use any obedience potions, at least not on her."
"Don't be surprised. She grew up in the apocalypse. I met her right after I transmigrated. She was very smart and capable, so I kept her by my side and took care of her like a daughter."
"Before, like you, I fantasized about ending the apocalypse and allowing those around me to live peaceful and harmonious lives."
"However... some things happened that made me abandon that unrealistic idea."
"Although I chose to accept the status quo, I've always been doubtful and uneasy about my choice, wondering if I made the right decision..."
"Angina didn't want to see me so decadent, so she voluntarily took up the banner of the Black-tailed Swallow Legion, succeeding me as the new legion commander, continuing to search for other ways to end the apocalypse..."
Upon seeing Zhang Chen, the Supreme One seemed to have seen through his thoughts and rattled off many questions that Zhang Chen had been pondering.
"Why are you saying all this? Don't you know I'm here to eliminate you?"
Zhang Chen said coldly.
"Aren't these the things you want to know?"
"I also know that you have a Spider Queen in the critical stage of her metamorphosis."
"I know you are very strong, and I can't defeat you. However, if you insist on fighting me, I will ensure the Spider Queen behind you dies completely!"
The Supreme One said in a calm tone, as if stating facts rather than making threats.
Zhang Chen had to admit that this Supreme One was the most composed and confident enemy he had ever encountered!
He clearly knew he couldn't defeat him, but his eyes revealed not cunning, ferocity, or fear, but a peace that saw through everything.
It was as if he had already seen through life and death and didn't care about anything.
"The Spider Queen won't die; she will turn into an egg after death!"
Zhang Chen emphasized.
"That's right, the prompt did say that, but don't you know that the content of the prompt can change?"
"It only states objective facts, not eternal truths."
"In that situation, the Spider Queen would have turned into an egg upon death, but if she is killed during her metamorphosis, she will never be able to revive because she doesn't possess the Spider Queen's abilities during that period."
"Furthermore, if the Spider Queen is devoured by another Spider Queen, there will be no resurrection."
The Supreme One said, gently wrapping his arm around Xila's waist.
The latter also responded affectionately to the Supreme One, as if they were a couple in the throes of love.
"Why are you telling me all this?"
Zhang Chen was a bit confused.
If the Supreme One had been even slightly arrogant, or harbored intense hostility, or even attacked directly, the two would have already been locked in combat.
But this Supreme One, with a smile, like an old friend, was patiently explaining a lot of history and things Zhang Chen didn't know.
This made Zhang Chen curious about his identity and eager to learn more about this world.
Instead, he felt less inclined to rashly strike and kill him.
"It's too crowded here, making it inconvenient for conversation."
"Shall we find another place to talk?"
"Anyway, no matter where we are, I can't defeat you. Changing locations at least ensures the lives of those slaves, don't you think?"
The Supreme One suggested softly.
"Alright, I'll change places with you to talk!"
Zhang Chen nodded.
He could feel that the Supreme One had no ill intentions, though he didn't know why.
Moreover, Mo Ran, who was in the critical stage of metamorphosis, was not suitable for Zhang Chen to initiate a battle rashly.
If he delayed the time and waited for Mo Ran's metamorphosis to complete, it would be more beneficial to him.
"Come on!"
The Supreme One turned around and waved his right hand in the air. A portal slowly opened, and he walked in first, holding Xila.
Angina walked to the entrance of the portal, glanced back at Zhang Chen with an apologetic expression, lowered her head, and quickly followed them in.
Zhang Chen followed suit.
After a moment of dizziness, Zhang Chen arrived in front of a massive ancient city. The plaque read: Supreme City!
On the city walls, a team of guards wearing yellow rings stood guard. The city gates were wide open, and a clamorous atmosphere emanated from within.
"Sorry, my specialty isn't spatial abilities, so teleportation can cause a bit of dizziness, and the location isn't very precise... But at least I can guarantee we won't teleport into the city walls!"
The Supreme One said with a smile.
As they walked into the city, the streets were filled with a peaceful scene. Shops lined both sides of the streets, and the people on the streets were smiling and happy.
What surprised Zhang Chen the most was that the people here were wearing rings of different colors, and there were even survivors with blue rings!
What happened to the "hell on earth" they were told about?
What happened to the strict hierarchy where people weren't treated as humans?