Chapter 359 - The Legendary Arrival

A terrifying aura of slaughter. A chilling, overwhelming pressure. There’s no mistake... The being approaching the Beastmaster Empire must be the Tiger Deity, revered as the “God of War.”

“God of War?”

Yes. In the ancient era of the continent, countless animal species fought for resources and engaged in brutal battles. Among them, this Tiger Deity stood out among terrestrial creatures. With all its skills focused on slaughter, its combat prowess was unmatched. Hence, the title of God of War.

And if I’m not mistaken, the God of War is also one of the many beast deities that imposed restrictions on the levels of humans and plant life.

The Six-Path Flower was scared. It never expected to attract the attention of such a formidable being. After that divine war, the continent was left in ruins, and spirit energy waned. Most Legendary divine beasts should have been in deep slumber.

The sudden awakening of this Tiger Deity could only mean one thing—the Six-Path Flower’s recent attempts to break through to level 100 had drawn its attention.

“Don’t worry. I’ve got this.”

Lu Ran took a deep breath and focused inward, examining an item in his storage.

[Name: Legacy Crystal]

[Grade: Epic]

[Description: Can replicate the core memories and partial skill experience of a contracted lifeform, then transfer them to any other lifeform.]

[Status: Replication complete]

This Legacy Crystal likely wasn’t a natural resource of the Stellar Moon Continent but rather an artificial creation of the Limitless City, similar to trait crystals.

When Lu Ran first obtained it, he had wondered how to convince the Six-Path Flower to back up its memories and abilities. To his surprise, he discovered that simply selecting a replication target would automatically copy the core memories and partial skill experience of any contracted familiar.

Although the situation was dangerous now, as long as he held out until his return, the danger would pass.

“Six Flower, return to the contract space. No matter what happens next, leave it to me. Don’t worry. As the Divine Deer’s messenger, I’ll be fine. Even if I die, the Divine Deer can resurrect me.” Lu Ran’s voice wavered slightly.

Are you really reliable?

The Six-Path Flower was visibly nervous.

“Maybe...”

As soon as Lu Ran finished speaking, the Six-Path Flower retreated into the temporary contract space.

At the same time, a massive spatial rift tore open above Imperial Beast City. The cross-shaped fissure expanded relentlessly, and a terrifying divine aura instantly engulfed the entire city.

Many people looked up in shock, unaware of what was happening. Emperor Yun, the ancestors of the imperial clans, and the empire’s Guardian Sacred Beast all raised their heads in astonishment.

A colossal head emerged from the spatial rift first. Its enormous eyes scanned the city, and even without any active hostile intent, the mere pressure of its presence caused millions in the city to collapse.

Only Legendary beastmasters and high-level Transcendent familiars remained conscious. But even they couldn’t escape the overwhelming dread. Emperor Yun, despite his status, felt an involuntary urge to kneel under the gaze of those piercing golden eyes.

“This is... a Legendary divine beast!”

Most participants from the Stellar Moon Federation and Blue Planet were still in Imperial Beast City. Those with the Eye of Detection saw nothing but question marks and were instantly paralyzed with fear before losing consciousness. They couldn’t comprehend why a level 3 secret realm would spawn such a creature.

“I’m done for...” someone screamed before passing out, their mind racing.

This era should never have Legendary divine beasts. If history has been altered, someone must be responsible. And who else but Lu Ran, the most conspicuous anomaly in this secret realm? Lu Ran! You’re the one who brought this divine beast here!

In their dreams, the participants cursed Lu Ran, unsure if they’d even survive to return. Since this wasn’t a faction-based ascension realm, there was no death immunity.

What the hell are you doing?

Although weak, Lu Ran remained conscious under the Six-Path Flower’s protection.

It had expected some grand plan from him, but instead, Lu Ran simply hung the Divine Deer’s Broken Horn around his neck and began frantically looting the imperial treasury, stuffing everything into his storage.

The Six-Path Flower was stunned.

The Tiger Deity, revered as the God of War, fully emerged from the spatial rift. Its massive body spanned several city blocks, towering into the clouds.

In appearance, it resembled an ordinary tiger, with one key difference. Where a normal tiger had black, orange, and white fur, this deity was clad in metallic armor of the same colors, its entire body radiating a steely sheen.

As its four paws touched the ground, many buildings crumbled beneath its weight. Yet, the few remaining conscious beings in the city dared not protest, swallowing their fear as they stared at the monstrous creature.

“Compared to this thing, the Tiger Emperor and Ape God we killed are nothing.”

Lu Ran looked at the towering figure shrouded in mist from the imperial treasury, taking a deep breath.

[Species: ?]

[Attribute: ?]

[Species Rank: ?]

[Level: ?]

His intermediate Eye of Detection was completely ineffective. Lu Ran guessed that only an advanced version could scan Legendary information.

“What is the meaning of this?”

Despite his terror, as the emperor of the Beastmaster Empire, Yun Hao had no choice but to step forward. He soared into the air, facing the divine beast.

Yet, the Tiger Deity didn’t even glance at him, treating the emperor like an insignificant insect. Its gaze swept the city, searching for another presence.

“Found you.”

Its voice boomed like thunder, like the clash of countless blades. The sound alone cracked buildings and made the ears of Legendary experts bleed.

The Tiger Deity’s eyes locked onto the imperial treasury. At that moment, the fox guarding the treasury awoke, its expression grim.

“Violator, come with me.”

The words made Emperor Yun realize what was happening. The Six-Path Flower’s actions must have attracted the divine beast’s attention.

Violator... Does that mean that the Six-Path Flower’s existence breaches the rules set by the beast deities?

“Hey, big guy.”

Lu Ran knew hiding was pointless now. He stepped out of the treasury, using Flame Spirit to hover in the air.

“Are you looking for me?”

“Hmm?” The Tiger Deity’s gaze fell on the pathetically weak Lu Ran, sensing the lifeform on the verge of breaking the rules within him.

But more than that, Lu Ran had fully activated the Divine Deer’s Broken Horn, broadcasting his identity. The aura of the Broken Horn instantly overshadowed the Six-Path Flower’s presence, drawing the Tiger Deity’s full attention.

“The Divine Deer?” The Tiger Deity frowned.

Although the Divine Deer’s personal strength paled in comparison to the Tiger Diety, as a vassal of the four Supreme Divine Dragons, it could borrow their power. In that state, even ordinary Legendary beings were no match for it.

Of course, that alone wasn’t enough to intimidate the Tiger Deity. What gave it pause was the Divine Deer’s connection to the four Supreme Divine Dragons.

“Who are you?

“The Divine Deer’s messenger. The lifeform you seek is also under the Divine Deer’s protection. So, please leave,” Lu Ran spoke calmly.

A tense silence followed. Across Imperial Beast City, powerful figures watched in shock. Emperor Yun exhaled slightly at Lu Ran’s bold confrontation, but sweat still drenched his back. The situation could escalate at any moment. If the Tiger Deity refused to acknowledge the Divine Deer’s authority, the empire faced annihilation.

“So, the Divine Deer intends to meddle in affairs beyond its jurisdiction?”

It seemed that the Tiger Deity would give some face, but it was not enough; its oppressive aura continued to intensify.

Lu Ran’s body felt like it was being crushed, pain twisting his features. In that instant, a divine pressure erupted from his temporary contract space, clashing with the Tiger Deity’s aura.

The entire city split apart, thousands of spatial fissures tearing through buildings and clouds. The sound of fracturing space filled the air as Lu Ran coughed up blood.

Damn it, this stupid tiger won’t listen. This isn’t a tiger—it’s a rabid dog.

The Six-Path Flower struggled to hold its ground using its Celestial Path aura. Realizing Lu Ran’s so-called “Divine Deer protection” was useless, it wanted to cry.

I’ve been tricked! After enduring for so long, how am I still falling for Lu Ran’s lies?

The next moment, the Six-Path Flower’s aura was overwhelmed. Lu Ran’s body was ravaged. Blood poured from his eyes, nose, ears, mouth, and even between his fingers. His bones and organs were fractured. The sight horrified the empire’s elites and Emperor Yun. Yet, even in this state, Lu Ran stared unflinchingly at the Tiger Deity.

“That’s none of your concern. My contract with plant life is part of the four Supreme Divine Dragons’ plan. Do you dare to defy their will?”

The Tiger Deity, Emperor Yun, and the Six-Path Flower were taken aback.

“Pathetic. A mere human, claiming to act on behalf of the Supreme Divine Dragons? That Divine Deer token could’ve been stolen for all I know.” The Tiger Deity sneered.

Its earlier attack had been partly out of distrust. Humans and plant life were suppressed by the beast deities.

Why would the Divine Deer, a neutral deity, side with them? This “messenger” has to be a fraud!

Despite that, the presence of the Broken Horn still gave the Tiger Deity some hesitation. And now, with Lu Ran invoking the four Supreme Divine Dragons’ names, it was convinced the brat was bluffing.

Lu Ran spat out some blood.

“Arrogance has consequences. I’ll give you one chance. I’ll summon the Divine Deer’s projection to speak with you directly. All you have to do is wait. How about it?”