Chen Xiao's sword strike that killed a Heavenly Being ignited a nationwide fervor.
The long-suppressed emotions of the populace found release at this moment.
However, the excitement and cheers did not last long, as anyone with a modicum of sense knew that the battle was far from over.
Although one Heavenly Being had been slain, the number of Heavenly Beings remained unknown, while Chen Xiao was only one person.
The situation unfolded precisely as everyone had anticipated.
After Chen Xiao killed the first Heavenly Being, all other Heavenly Beings in the main camp emerged in full force.
Flashes of white light continuously flickered in the air, and with each flicker, a Heavenly Being clad in white robes appeared before Chen Xiao.
Previously, people had witnessed the strength of the Heavenly Beings; each Heavenly Being was considered an invincible, near-omnipotent existence.
The Heavenly Being Chen Xiao had slain represented humanity's first victory against the Heavenly Beings. Before this, not only had they failed to kill one, but they hadn't even managed to injure one.
Therefore, when hundreds of Heavenly Beings appeared simultaneously, humanity watching the live broadcast couldn't help but hold their breath for Chen Xiao, the human champion.
More and more humans began to watch this broadcast.
In fact, almost all humans were watching this broadcast.
This was because all official platforms worldwide had switched to Chen Xiao's live broadcast signal.
This was something Chen Xiao had discussed with them beforehand, all for the purpose of giving humanity hope!
And up to this point, Chen Xiao had performed exceptionally well.
Violent incidents caused by chaos had decreased exponentially, with everyone's attention fixed before various screens.
Everything hinged on this moment; this person was humanity's last hope!
When all the Heavenly Beings had appeared, one Heavenly Being, who was clearly different from the others, also appeared before Chen Xiao.
His greatest difference from the other Heavenly Beings was that his face was exposed...
A middle-aged man with curly hair and deep-set eyes.
Chen Xiao also felt a completely different aura from him compared to the other Heavenly Beings.
Not to mention Chen Xiao, even ordinary viewers watching the live broadcast sensed this person's extraordinary nature.
"This person is probably their leader?"
"Indeed, he's extraordinary. Just looking at him makes me feel scared."
"But he... he's so handsome..."
Some female humans directly swooned at the live broadcast.
At this moment, that person suddenly spoke, "Actually, you don't need to fight to this extent."
His voice was rich with texture, deep with a hint of hoarseness.
However, everyone was more interested in what he said.
"With your strength, if you join us, you can survive, and even live well. Moreover, your family, your friends, everyone you wish to see survive, can survive!"
The curly-haired man's words plunged humanity into panic.
This was because they feared Chen Xiao might listen to him and be swayed.
After all, the strength of the Heavenly Beings was evident to all.
Chen Xiao looked at the other party and said indifferently, "Are you their leader?"
The curly-haired man nodded, unfazed by praise or criticism, and said, "I am indeed the Supreme of the Heavenly Dao Alliance, one of the Eight Great Immortal Kings under the Divine Emperor, Lin Lang Immortal King!"
"The strong prey on the weak; this is the most fundamental logic by which this world operates. Your strength has earned my recognition, and moreover, you are a disciple of the Divine Emperor. Therefore, I suggest you reconsider my offer."
"Because once the arrow is loosed from the bow, there is no turning back. Once a decision is made, it will be too late to regret it."
Lin Lang Immortal King spoke persuasively, his aim still to recruit Chen Xiao.
"Alright, if you can meet my conditions, then joining you is not entirely impossible."
Chen Xiao said calmly.
Upon hearing this, everyone watching the live broadcast felt their hearts sink.
It's over. The most dreaded thing has happened.
Where is the savior in this world? Chen Xiao, speaking nicely, is merely trying to secure a way out for his own people.
"Then what are your conditions?"
Lin Lang Immortal King asked plainly.
"My conditions are..."
Chen Xiao pointed downwards and said, "I don't care about anywhere else, but you cannot touch the living beings of this world! Not a single one!"
Hearing this, the group of people who had been cursing Chen Xiao immediately fell silent.
They hadn't expected Chen Xiao to propose such a condition... He was still with them.
However, it was unlikely that the other party would accept this condition!
Indeed, Lin Lang Immortal King did not accept, but he did not get angry either.
He still appeared very calm. "So, there's nothing to discuss. If there's nothing to discuss, then let's fight!"
"Attack together, kill him!"
With Lin Lang Immortal King's command, those hundreds of Heavenly Beings simultaneously attacked Chen Xiao.
Chen Xiao gripped the God Slaying Sword, and the power of heaven and earth poured into it in a visible form.
"God Slaying Sword, it also communicates with the power of heaven and earth. So that's why you are so arrogant."
Only at this moment did Lin Lang Immortal King understand Chen Xiao's trump card.
However, he did not seem to take it seriously.
"But even so, what of it? You are not worthy of my apprehension."
Lin Lang Immortal King spoke as if talking to Chen Xiao, and also as if talking to himself.
Meanwhile, Chen Xiao, holding the God Slaying Sword, charged into the enemy formation.
His opponents were Heavenly Beings, and Chen Xiao's expression turned solemn.
If they were ordinary people, he could have made them all vanish with a flick of his finger.
Under Chen Xiao's serious approach, these hundreds of Heavenly Beings were like fish on a chopping block.
Slicing and dicing, flesh and blood flying.
Chen Xiao fought against hundreds of them, and within ten minutes, he had slain them all.
Seeing this, the humans watching the live broadcast were ecstatic.
"Who exactly is this Chen Xiao? How is he so powerful?"
"To have such a powerful being among us is simply unbelievable!"
"Now that the minor characters are dealt with, humanity finally sees hope!"
"Strike while the iron is hot, kill that Immortal King and make them stay on Blue Star forever!"
Chen Xiao was unaware of what the viewers were saying, but he could imagine they were all very excited.
Furthermore, the flame of hope had been ignited.
Although the road ahead was fraught with peril, as long as hope remained, no difficulty was insurmountable.
*Snap!*
*Snap!*
*Snap!*
After Chen Xiao had effortlessly killed those Heavenly Beings, Lin Lang Immortal King not only showed no anger or tension.
Instead, he applauded, a look of great admiration on his face.
"Good, good. I admire you more and more. If I could recruit you into my ranks, it would be an immense honor even for me."
"Since that is the case, little fellow, I will give you one last chance. If you are willing to abandon your misguided sense of righteousness, I can offer you a future that everyone envies but cannot attain!"
Hearing this, Chen Xiao directly asked, "What is this future?"
"I can petition the Canglan Divine Emperor to make you the Ninth Great Immortal King. Although the current eight Heavenly Domains are each governed by an Immortal King, with your strength, you could replace one of them in time!"
Lin Lang Immortal King said with certainty.
"Heh, so your so-called Eight Great Immortal Kings control eight of the Nine Heavenly Domains?"
Chen Xiao asked with a light laugh.
"Naturally!"
Lin Lang Immortal King nodded.
"Do you know which domain I wish to control?"
Chen Xiao asked again.
"Which domain do you wish to control?"
Lin Lang Immortal King stroked his chin in thought, appearing troubled. "You've stumped me here. I can't guess."
"My answer is the Ninth Domain."
Chen Xiao said indifferently.
"The Ninth Domain?"
Lin Lang Immortal King was taken aback, then burst into laughter. "Kid, you can't joke like that. The Ninth Heavenly Domain is a divine realm personally governed by the Canglan Divine Emperor. If these words reach the Canglan Divine Emperor's ears, even with eight hundred lives, you wouldn't be able to die!"
"Heh."
Chen Xiao sneered twice. "I'm not joking. I want to control the Ninth Heavenly Domain. If the Canglan Divine Emperor has an opinion, then I'll kill him."
Hearing this, Lin Lang Immortal King narrowed his eyes. "Kid, are you serious?"
"Do I look like I'm joking?"
Chen Xiao retorted.
"So, you have quite the appetite!"
Lin Lang Immortal King said slowly. "I originally thought you only wanted to oppose the Heavenly Dao, but I didn't expect you to want to oppose the Canglan Divine Emperor."
"You're wrong. My goal is not to oppose him. My goal is to eliminate him!"
Chen Xiao's tone was calm, yet filled with boundless arrogance.
Those watching the live broadcast, though they didn't understand what the two were discussing, could tell that Chen Xiao was about to do something incredibly significant.
Moreover, this matter had angered Lin Lang Immortal King.
This was evident from the darkening of Lin Lang Immortal King's expression.
"Little fellow, I've shown you ample appreciation, but you are truly ungrateful."
Lin Lang Immortal King shook his head, gritting his teeth, his tone laced with resentment and helplessness.
"Furthermore, you should not have disrespected the Canglan Divine Emperor. This world is far larger than you imagine. You have no understanding of how this world operates, so you have no idea what the Canglan Divine Emperor signifies, how powerful he is..."
Before Lin Lang Immortal King could finish speaking, Chen Xiao impatiently interrupted, "Don't flatter him. No matter how amazing he is, it's useless. I've already made up my mind. As you said, once the arrow is loosed from the bow, there's no turning back. I know that these people just now were not the full strength of the Heavenly Dao. Hurry up and show me some real power, otherwise, I'll look down on you, a dignified Immortal King!"
"Heh..."
Lin Lang Immortal King gritted his teeth and sneered. "Fine, you want to witness the true power of the Heavenly Dao? Alright, I'll grant your wish!"