Batian Martial Soul

Chapter 14184 No Other Choice
Just as the ten men in black were about to follow, the Water King seemed to notice their movements. Without turning his head, he simply waved his hand lightly.

The movement seemed casual, yet it carried an undeniable air of authority.

The ten men immediately stopped and, like well-trained soldiers, bowed silently to her back in perfect unison.

Their bodies were slightly bent, and their heads were bowed, as if expressing absolute loyalty and respect to the Water King.

Then, like drops of water merging into the ocean, they vanished without a trace, as if they had never existed in this world.

The surrounding crowd stared wide-eyed, their faces showing surprise and confusion as they speculated about the identities and origins of these mysterious men in black.

The Water Queen walked alone with a composed gait, exuding an invisible aura, like a queen descending to earth.

Wherever it passed, the crowd involuntarily parted to make way, as if driven by an invisible force.

With a determined look in her eyes and a clear goal, she walked straight toward the majestic building in the center of the city—the Overlord Palace.

The palace soared into the clouds, its grandeur seemingly the very soul of the entire Batian City.

The palace walls are made of huge stone blocks, carved with various exquisite patterns and runes, exuding a mysterious and powerful aura.

Just as she was about to step through the palace gates, a figure appeared before her as if by teleportation.

This person was dressed in a blue robe, the sleeves of which fluttered, like an immortal descending to earth.

His face was handsome and aloof, but his eyes were even sharper and deeper than before he went into seclusion, as if he could see through all the illusions of the world.

He was none other than Ling Xiao, the renowned and exceptionally powerful figure in Batian City.

Lingxiao stood there quietly, like an insurmountable mountain, blocking the Water King's path.

He exuded a powerful aura that seemed to freeze the surrounding space.

The Water King stopped in his tracks, his clear, spring-like gaze slowly sweeping over Ling Xiao, as if carrying an invisible yet sharp power, with a hint of scrutiny, carefully examining the person before him.

A moment later, she parted her lips slightly, her voice as cold as frost:

"The demonic soul has solidified, its sharpness is contained within... Demon Commander Realm?"

These few simple words accurately pinpointed Ling Xiao's current state of mind, demonstrating her extraordinary insight.

Ling Xiao nodded slightly, his face showing no sign of concealment, his expression calm and composed.
"I just broke through recently, and my realm still needs to be consolidated."

His voice was steady and powerful, like the sound of a bell echoing in the mountains, giving people a sense of reliability.

Breaking through to the Demon Commander realm was an achievement he had overcome countless hardships and obstacles to reach. However, he also knew that consolidating the new realm was equally important and could not be taken lightly.

The Water King nodded slightly, his exquisite and aloof face still displaying a calm and composed tone:

"Congratulations."

These two simple words, spoken by her, seemed to carry immense weight, representing the Water Tribe Lord's recognition of Ling Xiao's breakthrough.

In this world where the strong are respected, strength is everything. Ling Xiao's breakthrough to the Demon Commander realm undoubtedly gives him the right to speak with the Water King on equal terms.

Ling Xiao smiled, a smile as warm as the spring sunshine, carrying a touch of carefree ease:
"What brings you to my humble temple today?"
Aren't you busy with aquarium matters?

He deliberately used this slightly teasing tone in an attempt to ease the somewhat serious atmosphere.

After all, the Water King's personal visit must have something important to discuss, but he still wanted to let them relax a bit first.

Without any pleasantries, the Water King cut straight to the point.

Her voice was soft, as soft as a breeze brushing past one's ear, yet it carried a weight that could decide the fate of the world:

"What do you think of the Tianyuan Dynasty?"

The Tianyuan Dynasty was a mysterious and powerful force, like a giant beast hidden in the darkness, which could bring great disaster to the world at any time.

The Water King's question undoubtedly placed a crucial question concerning life and death before Ling Xiao.

Ling Xiao's smile vanished instantly, and his eyes became serious, like a deep, cold pool, making it impossible to see through his inner thoughts.

After a moment of contemplation, he slowly said:
"I don't know much about him, but he's definitely not a good person."

He knew very little about the Tianyuan Dynasty, but from some scattered rumors and intelligence, he could sense the power and danger of this dynasty.

It is a turbulent undercurrent hidden beneath a calm surface; once it erupts, it will surely unleash a raging storm.

The Water King nodded, his gaze fixed on Ling Xiao, his eyes like two sharp swords, as if trying to pierce through his body and see into the depths of his soul.

"Your stance?"

This is a crucial question. In this era of rapid change, the stance of every powerful figure can influence the course of the entire situation.

The Water King needs to know Ling Xiao's attitude in order to make appropriate decisions.

A cold glint flashed in Ling Xiao's eyes, like lightning streaking across the night sky, instantly illuminating the surrounding darkness.

He said firmly:

"Fight! There's no other choice!"

His voice was firm and powerful, like a war drum sounding the battle horn.

He knew that unless he gave up the World-Destroying Needle, which was a priceless treasure he had obtained after going through countless hardships and was also an important support for his strength, he would have to give up the World-Destroying Needle.

Otherwise, the conflict with the Tianyuan Dynasty would inevitably be a fight to the death.

He will not back down or run away; he can only face it bravely.

The Water Queen was not surprised by his answer; she seemed to have anticipated Ling Xiao's choice.

She remained calm and continued:

"I have given the order to awaken the sleeping aquatic warriors."

This decision was like throwing a boulder into a calm lake, instantly creating ripples.

Awakening the sleeping aquatic warriors means that the aquatic race will go all out to wage a thrilling war against the Tianyuan Dynasty.

The outcome of this great battle will determine the future of the entire Great Town world.

Ling Xiao felt a sudden shock, as if a thunderclap had exploded in his mind.

Awakening a dormant aquatic powerhouse is no small matter.

Those sleeping aquatic warriors each possessed earth-shattering strength. They were once the backbone of the aquatic race, and in the past, they made great contributions to the aquatic race.

The fact that the Water King has made this decision undoubtedly means that the Water Clan is ready for a full-scale war and is going to devote all its strength to this upcoming life-or-death battle.

This determination is as unshakable as a towering mountain;
It is like a surging wave, unstoppable, and cannot be described as insignificant.

"Their primary target right now might be you."

The Water King's voice remained calm, yet that calm tone carried an all-knowing wisdom, as if everything in the world was under her control.

She slightly raised her head, gazing into the distance, as if she could already see the conspiracy hidden in the shadows of the Tianyuan Dynasty.