Chapter 109: Chaos? Once One Emerges, His Authority Dominates the World!

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuan frowned. Yet he did not rush, allowing the two to sit down and speak at length. Judging from their expressions, the situation was not yet dire.

Elder Ji was the first to speak, explaining that various natural disasters had occurred recently. However, this was not a major concern, as the authorities had now reclaimed all power and could mobilize vast resources. Unlike the initial outbreak of the mutations, when responses were difficult, these disasters caused little damage.

The real problem lay with the increasingly numerous and aggressive mutated beasts. They had begun to attack human cities.

The five great super cities were still grand projects in progress, as it had been less than two years since their inception. Consequently, many citizens had not yet fully relocated, especially in remote areas where casualties were grave. The government could not react swiftly enough; by the time troops and awakened individuals arrived, it was often too late.

Under such circumstances, even without massive beast surges, chaos still reigned in various places.

“King Lu, we had previously agreed with the ten sovereign mutated beasts not to invade human settlements,” Elder Ji remarked. “Is this incident a sign of betrayal?”

Elder Yun expressed concern, fearing that the Peacock King and others might renege. Although they had full control over various regions and recruited many awakened warriors into the army, their accumulated strength was still insufficient, and the time too short. In the event of a beast surge, even with powerful thermonuclear weapons, deployment was a last resort.

Such weaponry was immensely destructive; any misstep could ignite an all-out war between humans and mutated beasts, with unimaginable consequences. Especially in cities still inhabited by civilians, such action was unthinkable.

“They promised; they will not go back on their word,” Lu Yuan shook his head and continued, “The world is vast, filled with countless famous mountains and great rivers. Even the ten sovereign mutated beasts cannot govern every area. The current chaos is merely the work of a few unruly beasts.”

The ten sovereign mutated beasts, led by the Peacock King and the Spirit Monkey, occupied renowned mountains and controlled many mutated beasts. But this was far from total control; after all, humans themselves were divided into various factions.

At this moment, Lu Yuan had a rough understanding: some disobedient mutated beasts were attempting to breach human cities.

“What should we do, then? Should we try to summon the sovereign beasts for another negotiation?” Elder Ji asked, uncertain. This was why he and Elder Yun had come to seek Lu Yuan. They believed they could convene the sovereigns again, letting themselves mediate to ease the turmoil.

In their eyes, King Lu had already done enough and should not be troubled further.

“It’s useless,” Lu Yuan shook his head with a smile. “The sovereign beasts are scattered too widely.”

“They may not heed the summons of the Peacock King or Spirit Monkey. Even if they come, meaningful negotiations would be difficult.”

He understood well—some mutated beasts harbored deep hostility toward humans and cared little for anything else, as long as they could harm humans. Though under the Peacock King's influence such hostility would not provoke large-scale surges, it remained troublesome, for one never knew when an attack might erupt.

“What then?” Elder Ji and Elder Yun exchanged serious glances. They did have methods to handle this but at great cost, and the outcome was uncertain. Moreover, with the human alliance newly formed and many pressing matters at hand, they were overwhelmed.

“It’s simple,” Lu Yuan slowly rose, his gaze fierce. “Just draw some blood.”

Suddenly, an inexplicable aura of authority radiated from him, and a murderous intent surged within his eyes, stunning the two elders.

“Draw some blood? What do you mean?” they asked.

Before they could inquire further, Lu Yuan smiled. “In the coming period, I will journey through the famous mountains and great rivers, identify a few typical cases, and deal with these mutated beasts. Sometimes reason holds no sway; when it doesn’t, you must speak the language of fists.”

“You only need to provide the general information. Leave everything to me for now.”

For those stubborn beasts, Lu Yuan would show no mercy. The four words that echoed in his mind: kill to stop killing.

Just in time, before the extradimensional beings fully descended.

Elder Ji and Elder Yun understood perfectly the meaning behind these words. Simply put, King Lu was about to unleash a massacre.

The two exchanged a glance, then both stood and bowed solemnly. They knew this was nothing for King Lu, merely a minor inconvenience. But for them and the countless civilians, this was a protective act for all.

Without delay, they went to prepare.

Meanwhile, Lu Yuan summoned the Golden-winged Roc once more. After some time apart, it had grown stronger, advancing toward the Golden Body Realm.

Soon after, Elder Ji and Elder Yun sent over data detailing the cities frequently attacked, along with information on powerful mutated beasts hostile to humans, including some sovereign beasts.

Receiving this, Lu Yuan wasted no time. Riding the Golden-winged Roc, he soared into the sky.

Beyond, the internet buzzed with renewed activity. Mutated beast attacks on cities had caused many casualties, and the chaos was increasingly apparent.

Some awakened warriors, driven by the fiery blood coursing within, acted alone to protect as many civilians as possible, without ulterior motives.

Yet, their efforts were but a drop in the ocean. The mutated beasts were numerous, and several sovereign beasts roamed widely, making the situation difficult.

In response, some awakened individuals established a forum to consolidate information, dispatching help swiftly to nearby crises.

“Sigh, this can’t go on. The beasts are everywhere; we’re exhausted running around.”

“Actually, some sovereign beasts are orchestrating this. If we can eliminate them, things will be easier.”

“Yeah, near Huashan, there’s a powerful Lion Sovereign. Many beasts obey its orders.”

“Knowing the sovereigns doesn’t help much. Our strength is too weak. The authorities are planning, but results are limited.”

Comments poured in, depicting the recent circumstances and pinpointing the problem to certain sovereign beasts. Most commenters were in initial or awakened stages, too weak to challenge sovereigns effectively.

Official forces did have some at the shackled realm, but their numbers were insufficient to cover all areas.

Still, most were only venting frustrations. When alerted to beast disturbances, they would rush to assist.

Then suddenly, explosive news broke in the forum.

“King Lu has descended upon Mount Tai and slain the Lion Sovereign, intimidating countless mutated beasts. Next stop: Qiyun Mountain.”

“What? Already underway? Quick, stay tuned! I have a feeling King Lu will singlehandedly dominate the famous mountains and great rivers!”

“Latest news: King Lu is at Yandang Mountain, slaughtering three sovereign beasts and hundreds of mutated beasts. He bathed in a rain of blood; awakened warriors even streamed videos from the scene.”

“Today, King Lu arrived at Tianzhu Mountain. Before even landing, he struck with the Golden Roc, killing five sovereign beasts instantly.”

“Official sources say mutated beasts have begun to restrain themselves, fearing King Lu’s wrath.”

“Incredible strength, overwhelming presence—truly worthy of King Lu!”

For over a month, such reports continued to emerge, filling people with excitement.

It was astonishing: a single man traversed the world’s famed mountains, killing dozens of sovereign beasts outright, causing mutated beasts everywhere to cease their rampages and effectively quell the chaos.

Everyone was shocked and awed, chanting King Lu’s name, for his actions had saved countless lives.

“Good thing he didn’t act sooner. With such a formidable nature, I’d surely be dead,” said the Black Bull Sovereign atop Flame Mountain, horns lowered in awe amidst the mutated beasts.

“Humans have produced an extraordinarily powerful being. It seems we beasts are yet again to be suppressed,” commented the Peacock King, informing the sovereigns gathered at Jade Emperor Peak to abide by their original pact.

“Otherwise, with King Lu here, it’s best for us beasts to behave.”

“The human sovereign is an intriguing one. When I fully awaken my bloodline and reach new heights—perhaps even take human form—I shall observe him closely,” mused the Nine-tailed Fox Sovereign, eyes gleaming with seductive intent, even affecting humans.

Thus, as Lu Yuan set forth to journey across renowned mountains and rivers, initiating his slaughter, news spread everywhere. Humans were elated, while mutated beasts felt fear mingled with apprehension.

At present, Lu Yuan was already formidable. What terrors might future mutations bring?

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