CHAPTER 514: CHAPTER 506: ALTHOUGH YOU’RE SURPRISED, DON’T BE SURPRISED YET

The outside world.

Even though Cui City tried hard to block the news, fearless reporters still came to broadcast live, and after the Magic Plants were cleared and the signal restored, the citizens of Cui City couldn’t wait to turn on their Light Brain, spreading the news.

The appearance of the S-Class dragon had already captivated the hearts of the entire Central State’s people. They all knew well that the emergence of this S-Class dragon would inevitably bring countless casualties, and even the Seven Great Families would potentially be reshuffled in the battle, with the remaining few S-level Awakened in Central State possibly sacrificing themselves.

Not only were the humans of Central State paying attention, but the entire world was also focused on this battle.

Central State is vast and resourceful. If the humans of Central State and the dragon both suffer heavy losses in their fight, then neighboring countries with ulterior motives will seize the opportunity to take over Central State and the severely injured dragon.

This isn’t just about the life and death of the people and the army but also the life and death of the nation.

The internet was already abuzz; people had debated thousands of times over what the best response would be if an S-Class Magical Beast appeared in Central State.

The answer had actually already been discussed thoroughly.

Using one or two S-level Awakened as bait, possibly the Spiritual Awakened, to lure the S-Class Magical Beast into an already cleared S-level dungeon.

However, none of the existing S-level dungeons had been cleared.

During the instance turbulence period, the Magic Beasts on land had already exhausted humans, so how could they proactively clear an S-level dungeon? In the end-instance and peaceful times, humans were already unable to deal with S-level Demons, let alone proactively clear an S-level dungeon.

Yet the Seven Great Families did not abandon this option, especially Su Xingchen, who advocated sending those Spiritual Awakened whose spiritual power had collapsed into the S-level dungeon to make the most of their remaining rational period and attempt to clear an S-level dungeon.

But ultimately, for the sake of humanitarian ethics, this secret clause was amended to allow the Spiritual Awakened to choose of their own accord.

In short, there are currently no cleared S-level dungeons in the market. Even if an S-level Awakened lures the Magical Beast into the dungeon, if the Magic Beast is clever, it will once again reappear through the Space Crack. Luring it into the dungeon is nothing more than a temporary solution to reduce loss and buy time; it cannot become the optimal solution to resolve the S-Class Magical Beast.

Therefore, upon learning that Su Ang single-handedly lured the S-Class Fire Stream Dragon into an S-level dungeon to delay time for Cui City’s citizens to evacuate, the internet was in an uproar.

The danger of the S-level dungeon, though not described, was deeply imprinted in human genes. Whether humans could "see" Space Cracks or "safely pass through" them remained unknown, as humans had never seen Space Cracks nor understood what they looked like or how they operated.

In their eyes, Su Ang entering the S-level dungeon was undoubtedly a death sentence.

But he did so to protect humanity, even at the cost of his life.

Countless people mourned him, watching as a hero they had watched grow up, at the prime of his youth, used himself as bait to drag the S-Class Magical Beast into the S-level dungeon.

How could this not be moving?

The awakened warriors of the Seven Great Families were also filled with sorrow upon hearing this. Su Ang’s actions gave the Commander more time to formulate a more reliable battle plan. Every second gained could mean fewer sacrifices.

With the resolve to die, they went to the battlefield. They had also wondered if it was worth it, but when that young man resolutely dragged the Magic Beast into the S-level dungeon, perhaps he never considered whether it was worth it. He was fulfilling his duty, using his life to buy time for humanity.

And they too should fulfill their duties.

All forces launched a full assault.

Upon receiving the news that Su Ang had entered the S-level dungeon, Su Xingchen’s eyes flickered slightly.

He instinctively reached for the Light Brain but then remembered that there was no signal in the dungeon, so Su Ang couldn’t receive his message.

Yet the Light Brain lit up, and Su Xingchen steadied his slightly trembling hand, saying calmly, "Connect."

The screen showed the faces of Ye Shizhao and Cang Wuhai.

"We’ve arrived at Cui City." Ye Shizhao, a 45-year-old middle-aged man, exuded a sense of stability and decisiveness, like his S-Class Thunder Element Awakening.

"Hmm." Su Xingchen lowered his eyes and commanded, "The S-Class dragon might still come out. We cannot waste the time Su Ang has gained, so first, rendezvous with Shangguan Qing. She has fought the dragon before and might already have a battle plan."

"Has Shangguan’s illness been cured?" Cang Wuhai, also a middle-aged man with a slightly rugged face and a beard, was surprised. He knew that excessive use of spiritual power by Awakeners would lead to spiritual disorder, which was incurable, and Shangguan Qing had long been in critical condition. So how could she suddenly be out to slay a dragon?

Su Xingchen nodded, not saying much more. Ye Shizhao glanced at him, hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Little Su, he...?"

"It’s what he should do," Su Xingchen said quietly, then hung up the call.

Staring at the darkened screen, Cang Wuhai and Ye Shizhao exchanged glances. Ye Shizhao shook his head helplessly, "This guy is still the same as always."

"If she were still here, perhaps he would be somewhat more personable," Cang Wuhai sighed.

"Heh, not necessarily. That woman..." Ye Shizhao disagreed, "Forget it, let’s not talk about it. Let’s go find Shangguan Qing."

"Hmm, hopefully, Little Su can survive in the dungeon, but Old Ye," Cang Wuhai remembered something, "I recall the much-talked-about Qian Family siblings lately. Didn’t someone speculate they were S-level Awakened? How come there’s no mention of them joining the battlefield?"

Ye Shizhao started up the hovercar, gave him a glance full of exasperation, "Do you believe everything online? It’s all for show. Don’t you know, Su Xingchen is the best at creating gods."

"Alright..."

With that, the two flew off towards the dungeon.

They had initially planned to perish alongside the S-Class dragon, but upon reaching the dungeon’s entrance, they were shocked by the news from Shangguan Qing’s mouth, "This dungeon has been cleared? Since when? Sister Shangguan, you must be kidding, right?"

"Why would I be kidding you? Just now..." Shangguan Qing shrugged, "Although you are very surprised, don’t be too surprised because I am also very surprised."

"So... whose doing is it?" Ye Shizhao was shocked, for this was an S-level dungeon; he hadn’t heard of any family sending troops to clear an S-class dungeon!

Shangguan Qing started to speak but paused, "This, let’s keep it a secret for now."

Qiaoqiao hadn’t mentioned whether to keep it a secret, so perhaps it was better not to say anything, lest Qiaoqiao becomes burdened by Su Xingchen.

Seeing Shangguan Qing’s secretive look, Ye Shizhao couldn’t ask further. Knowing that they couldn’t enter the S-level dungeon for the time being, he and Cang Wuhai decided to stay locally. It was a good opportunity since their graduating class hadn’t gathered in a while; it was time to open up and have a drink together.