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The terrifying monster, in front of him, was as easy to deal with as chopping vegetables. Other citizens watched, cheering wildly because this legendary figure defeated an invader that even Kingside couldn't defeat. Everyone believed he would surely bring victory to humanity.
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What's even more impressive is that Leo's sword had no Weapower at all. It was the sheer power alone that was so terrifying. Perhaps it was because of this that the armor couldn't defend against Leo's direct attacks.
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Of course, Leo's giant sword was no ordinary weapon either. After Leo lost control, the former Lion clan's heirloom, "Mountbreaker," was passed down. 123Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTyS2Xl0R6v
Since Mock took over, "Mountbreaker" had been kept at home waiting for the heir, but Leo temporarily borrowed it. There was another brother sword, "Rockchopper," forged alongside "Mountbreaker," currently held by Mock.
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"Everyone, we don't have time to be astonished. Let's quickly assist with post-disaster relief," Rocky, though deeply admiring Leo, recognized the urgency of the situation.
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With Leo present, they weren't afraid of any attacks, even from such a creature. However, they never expected there would be something like Fakeslave in the world that even Kingside couldn't handle.
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"Haha, actually, there's no need for you to blame yourselves. The Lifedrain Beasts obviously underwent an abnormal transformation, probably absorbing prehistoric items to change their appearance," Leo comforted Rose and Gravin, who seemed disheartened.
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"Lifedrain Beasts?" Rose asked, remembering that they were not that massive. Although they had imagined the Lifedrain Beasts absorbing Weapower, seeing the armor just now was beyond their expectations.
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Lifedrain Beasts were invertebrates that lived deep in The Bisect Gable mine. Their bodies were soft like jelly when not consuming life energy from other animals. The jelly-like surface was covered with special minerals, absorbing life energy from other animals as food. As they fed, they gained the characteristics of the consumed animal. 123Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnLN3ADqTEC
For example, if they absorbed a Bonerhino, they would develop a skeletal structure on their surface. If they absorbed a Weleagle, they would grow a pair of wings, and so on. 123Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLlJ9X1dPjb
Perhaps the armor they just encountered was also one of the unknown creatures.
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However, Lifedrain Beasts had a huge appetite and a very short lifespan, and it was unknown how they reproduced. All the information obtained so far was provided by Leo, who had only seen them firsthand.
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Although the Grandecy marketplace was devastated by Fakeslave, the "Imperial Ceremony" would continue as planned.
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The eight qualified candidates gathered at the square as scheduled, accompanied by other students. Among them, Kazami and Rico's support group occupied the majority, along with Lambo's entourage. Of course, Rachel was also present to cheer on Shoyo and the others.
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"Everyone looks very spirited. Although there were some accidents this morning, it won't affect the 'Imperial Ceremony.' Next, please proceed to the designated venue for the competition, while other students are free to disperse and engage in other activities," 123Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡERTrlQPLio
Headmaster Baron reassured everyone from the platform, urging them not to be too nervous because of the morning's attack on the city. "Imperial Ceremony" didn't allow spectators; only the eight participants could attend.
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They arrived at a sealed classroom near the square, hidden so well that ordinary people would hardly notice it. In the center of the classroom, there was a platform one level higher than the ground, with a chair at each end. 123Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡR2BzEx24Y0
Everyone stood in front of the platform, while at the other end facing the students, three wider chairs were arranged. Only the middle one had a backrest and was elaborately decorated—it was undoubtedly King Anwar's throne.
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At this point, Anwar entered with Baron and Leo leading the way, and all eight students stood up to show respect. The atmosphere was so heavy that it was almost suffocating, and they never expected to come face-to-face with the king in such close quarters, which was completely different from just watching from afar during the ceremony.
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"Everyone, please take a seat and relax," Anwar said after sitting down, asking the eight students to relax as well. Since he was just an ordinary person and hadn't been to the battlefield, he was quite approachable. Baron and Leo also sat on either side.
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Compared to Anwar's position of power, Leo's gaze and stature were more imposing. Leo seemed to be aware of this fact, so he smiled and took the initiative to chat with everyone. "Young people, don't worry. I'm just an old man passing the time. Just ignore me."
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However, could a mere smile relieve the admiration and pressure on the legendary hero? But lingering on it wouldn't help. As Huntectors, they should have the courage to face any danger. Therefore, Baron took the initiative to start explaining.
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"Hello, everyone. This 'Imperial Ceremony' adopts the same format as the 'Homeland Competition.'"
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