Chapter 128: Reaching Consensus, The Focus of the World, The Onslaught Begins!

On the Jade Emperor Peak of Mount Tai, the three great beast kings looked at Lu Yuan with suspicion after hearing his words, not understanding what he meant.

"Please, King Lu, enlighten us," the Nine-Tailed Fox King spoke first. Possessing an extraordinary bloodline that had yet to be fully awakened due to its short growth period, the fox was already formidable. Had it not been for its immense potential, it never would have escaped the Nether Ox tribe while at a lower cultivation realm. The Peacock King and the Spirit Monkey were in similar positions; they lacked only time to become truly powerful forces.

Lu Yuan, aware of this, smiled softly and said, "We humans have established an organization called the Heavenly Court, with myself at the helm. The requirements for entry are high, but you are certainly qualified. I hope that after today, you will join us."

Joining meant setting aside all past grievances and cooperating with the humans represented by the authorities. While their previous discussions had been about mutual non-aggression, this was a genuine alliance, with humans as the primary force and the beasts as a supporting one. The three beast kings held immense influence; their inclusion would shift the geopolitical landscape and potentially unite humanity and the beasts into a single, cohesive power.

This was Lu Yuan’s goal: to consolidate the world's strength to confront the extraterrestrial beings. He knew a single individual could only do so much; he could act as a deterrent, but real, sustainable action required a capable organization. The three beast kings fit his needs perfectly. As the Heavenly Court was formed, he decided to build it into a true power. With the arrival of a new era and the rivalry between various star systems, this was the only way to carve out a path for survival.

The Peacock King and the Spirit Monkey exchanged glances, hesitant. As masters of their own territories, they were used to freedom and feared being subject to human commands.

"Very well, since King Lu has spoken, I will join," the Nine-Tailed Fox King declared. It looked at the others and added, "Our true enemies are the beings from beyond, who descend to seize our sacred mountains and usurp our homes. As native inhabitants of this world, we must unite. You know King Lu’s strength; he is the only one capable of defeating the Nether Ox tribe of the Thunder-Strike Star System."

Recognizing the severity of the threat and their own inability to repel the invaders, the others were swayed. "It is a pity I need more time to heal and reach the Venerable King realm," the Peacock King sighed, "but you are right. I agree to join."

"I have no objections," the Spirit Monkey added, having always held a favorable view of Lu Yuan.

"Thank you all for your support," Lu Yuan replied with a smile.

With the three beast kings on board, the Heavenly Court had indirectly gained control over a portion of the beast population. After concluding his business, Lu Yuan left Mount Tai to inform Elder Ji and Elder Yun. The two elders were stunned that Lu Yuan had successfully recruited such untamable creatures. Lu Yuan instructed them to handle the specific logistics of working with the beasts, as he preferred to focus on the broader strategic picture.

He also addressed the impending threat to Mount Tai. Fear had gripped the public, but Lu Yuan assured them he would handle it personally. Mount Tai was vital to his future plans and could not fall to the extraterrestrials. Though the elders were worried, they had no other options but to provide logistical support, stabilize the public, and prepare, perhaps, to deploy their strongest nuclear weapons if necessary.

The decision was made, and the official announcement—that Lu Yuan would personally face the invaders at Mount Tai—spread like wildfire. It became a global focal point, sparking heated debates across the internet. While many foreigners were pessimistic, believing the extraterrestrials were invincible myths, the domestic awakened community maintained faith in Lu Yuan’s supreme power. The authorities promised a live broadcast of the event.

As time passed, Lu Yuan continued to refine his strength. Having reached the peak of the Golden Body realm, he was nearing the fifth stage, the Venerable King realm. Meanwhile, the authorities tracked the movements of the Nether Ox tribe, who were rapidly occupying sacred mountains. With the extraterrestrials’ progress restricted by the ancient barriers left by the sages of Earth, all eyes turned to Mount Tai.

Half a month later, reports confirmed a Nether Ox from the Thunder-Strike Star System was headed for Mount Tai, expected to arrive within three days. Drones were positioned, and observers gathered at a distance.

On the day of the confrontation, a massive, black-energy-shrouded figure descended, its wings whipping up storms. The Nether Ox was terrifying, causing beasts to flee in its wake. On the Jade Emperor Peak, the three beast kings stood with solemn expressions, sensing the overwhelming power of the approaching entity.

"Wait," someone watching the live feed exclaimed, their face paling. "There’s another mass of black energy."

Awakened observers near the mountain looked toward the horizon, their eyes widening in shock. "Beyond the first Nether Ox, there are two more signals. Does this mean three extraterrestrial beings have come to Mount Tai?"