69: The bug that destroyed the world

The young man scrutinized him with a hint of doubt, secretly surprised.

He could clearly sense that the energy fluctuations emanating from Watanabe Ichiro were actually at a Doomsday-level!

One must know, he himself was only at the Half-Doomsday-level, yet Watanabe Ichiro from the island nation had already taken a step ahead into this tier.

However, when he carefully observed Watanabe Ichiro's state, he understood that the other party had chosen the path of a Spirit Assimilator.

However, this aura seemed somewhat peculiar—although half of its energy was extremely similar to Evil Spirits, it lacked that chaotic sense of rules.

In other words, he only possessed the power of Evil Spirits, but not their inherent chaotic attribute.

"Are all you people from Daxia so arrogant?"

Watanabe Ichiro in the air was practically fuming with rage.

After Ember Sky Son appeared, besides neutralizing his attack, he had just stood there in silence, as if completely ignoring him.

This made him recall the Golden Dragon from before, who had the same attitude; could this be the usual demeanor of Daxia's experts?

However, Ember Sky Son merely shook his head slightly upon hearing this.

"You think I'm ignoring you? Then I'd like to ask you, why did you attack the people of Daxia?"

He said calmly, "Doomsday-level experts are few and far between on the entire Blue Star, and you actually laid hands on a few juniors. Don't you think that's a bit shameful?"

Watanabe Ichiro's eyes widened instantly upon hearing this:

"Huh?! If they hadn't provoked me first, would I have done this?"

Upon hearing this, Ember Sky Son instinctively turned his head to look at the four people below.

Among them, the one lying on the ground was clearly of Haoyue Class cultivation;

The realm of the one guarding the gate was indistinct, but from the energy fluctuations, he was roughly also of Haoyue Class.

As for the remaining two, they were merely Candlelight Class.

After confirming this information, Ember Sky Son looked up at Watanabe Ichiro, a hint of disdain in his eyes, as if silently mocking:

With just the four of them, they could provoke a Doomsday-level existence like you?

Do you even believe that yourself?

Watanabe Ichiro caught that gaze and instantly felt his chest so suffocated it was about to explode.

To be honest, if he hadn't experienced it himself, even he wouldn't believe that he would be provoked by so many "ants" consecutively within a single day.

They not only took the opportunity to destroy his clone but also publicly insulted him.

Such a humiliating incident had not occurred since he stepped into the transcendent realm years ago.

He never expected that even after reaching the peak, he would still suffer such humiliation.

Watanabe Ichiro took a deep breath, looked down at Ember Sky Son, and said with a hint of probing in his tone:

"Are you really going to protect them?"

Ember Sky Son's finger gently slid across the hilt of the sword on his back, and the profound golden longsword seemed to sense its master's emotions, emitting a low hum.

He looked up, his gaze meeting Watanabe Ichiro's, and the corners of his mouth curved slightly, revealing a calm smile:

"They are my people, so of course, I must protect them."

"Haha… Good! Damn good!"

Watanabe Ichiro laughed in extreme anger, then turned and left, his movements clean and decisive, without any hesitation.

Before the demon blade could even curse out loud, Watanabe Ichiro skillfully suppressed the voice about to emerge from his other half, quickening his steps as he left the scene.

This scene completely baffled the five people below.

No way, with that aggressive demeanor just now, how did he just run away?

Ember Sky Son watched Watanabe Ichiro's receding back, a faint hint of regret rising in his heart.

He retracted his gaze and refocused his attention on the people in front of him.

"Thank you for saving us, Senior."

Su Yun, who stood at the forefront, was the first to speak.

Ember Sky Son turned around, moonlight spilling onto his profound golden longsword, reflecting a flowing, strange light.

His gaze swept over the four people, his tone calm yet carrying a hint of pressure:

"Who are you? Why are you here? And why did you get into trouble with someone like Watanabe Ichiro?"

An Changyang and Fang Zhiqiang exchanged glances, their throats simultaneously swallowing, and cold sweat seeped from their foreheads.

How should they explain this?

If they directly said they were from the Calamity Court, would the other party think they weren't good people and just deal with them on the spot?

Just as the two were hesitating, Su Yun had already spoken first:

"Senior, we are members of the Star Constellation Society."

As soon as these words came out, everyone's gaze focused on Su Yun.

An Changyang and Fang Zhiqiang were even more stunned.

Su Yun seemed oblivious to their surprise and continued with a smile:

"Senior should have heard of the Star Constellation Society, right? We are an organization dedicated to saving the world and protecting ordinary people."

Ember Sky Son nodded upon hearing this.

Indeed, not long ago, he had just received intelligence about two emerging organizations, and one of them was the Star Constellation Society.

According to the data, this organization was indeed actively helping ordinary people and had a good reputation, belonging to a righteous force.

"Mm."

Ember Sky Son responded, then pressed on, "So, what exactly is your purpose for coming here?"

"Also, why did Watanabe Ichiro target you?"

Upon hearing this, Su Yun spoke without hesitation.

"We are here to eliminate a terrifying monster that could destroy the world."

"And during our investigation, we found that Watanabe Ichiro, for some unknown reason, personally moved against us."

Su Yun was now lying without a blush, as if it were the truth.

Ember Sky Son nodded slightly after listening, though it was unclear if he believed it.

Ember Sky Son's gaze slowly swept over the four people, finally settling on Su Yun's face.

"The 'Doomsday-level' you mentioned, you wouldn't be referring to that fellow on Mount Fuji, would you?"

Saying this, Ember Sky Son looked up into the distance.

Mount Fuji stood majestically, and the Flame Demon on its summit was standing there, dozing off.

That's right, it was indeed standing and sleeping.

After all, as long as the Evil Spirits beneath its feet hadn't been dealt with, this fellow couldn't move.

Su Yun and the other two also walked out of the gate and looked up.

At this sight, An Changyang and Fang Zhiqiang were instantly stunned.

Before, they had only been focused on escaping and finding a safe place to hide, with no time to look up and observe.

But now, with their improved strength, they immediately saw the huge creature radiating intense fiery light on the mountain peak.

Ember Sky Son noticed the shocked expressions of these two and secretly pondered:

Either they were lying, or the one on the mountain was not their target.

However, when he looked at Su Yun, he found that the latter's expression was calm, showing no fluctuation.

Sensing Ember Sky Son's gaze, Su Yun knew in his heart that not giving a suitable reason would only make the other party more suspicious.

So, he took the initiative to explain: "The one on the mountain is not our target. What we truly need to deal with is another type of insect-like creature from the abyss."

"When these insects first appear, they are indeed inconspicuous, but if allowed to grow and develop, they will eventually lead to a global disaster."

"At that time, the entire Blue Star will fall into an unprecedented crisis."

"Our mission is to prevent this insect from developing further."

"Moreover, to help us successfully complete our mission, the organization has also specially provided a trump card."

As soon as he finished speaking, Su Yun took out a Scarlet Lord energy orb from his embrace.

With the appearance of the energy orb, a suffocating aura instantly permeated the air.

Ember Sky Son felt the terrifying energy fluctuations, and he already believed Su Yun's words seven or eight tenths.

He then spoke, "In that case, you four should stay by my side for this period."

"This way, even if Watanabe Ichiro has some schemes, he wouldn't dare to act easily."

"Furthermore," Ember Sky Son added, "if you need support, I can also assist your actions at any time."

"And I'll help you find that insect that will destroy the world."

Ember Sky Son said casually, his tone as relaxed as if he were discussing the weather.

Actually, he was so calm mainly because even if he stayed in Daxia, he had almost nothing to do.

Minor matters usually didn't require his intervention, and as for major matters, they usually didn't need anyone to remind him.

As for such a major crisis concerning the world's survival, once it emerged, he would certainly be called upon.