Chapter 163: Kill into the Holy Land

The outside world was anything but peaceful.

First, Chu Feng's killing of two beast kings caused a huge uproar and sparked widespread discussion.

Then, over the past two days, news from the Vatican that its barrier was about to break further stirred everyone up!

What kind of place was the Vatican? A religious sanctuary shrouded in an endless mist of myths! Its reputation was so immense that it captivated everyone's attention.

Now, everyone was paying close attention!

The East was no exception, fueling heated discussions. People wondered how many sacred ancient trees truly existed in that medicinal garden and to what extent one could evolve if they managed to enter.

Not only evolutionary beings from various regions but even ordinary people were excited, though unfortunately, most couldn't enter, as it was a place frequented by top-tier powerhouses.

It was reported that king-level creatures and major financial groups from around the world were spurred into action, departing over the past two days, hoping to break in at the last moment and claim a share in the Vatican!

Both in the East and the West, the Vatican had become the central topic of discussion!

"Chu Feng is there too, but there are too many king-level creatures. Can he contend with them? If he evolves and transforms again, what level will his strength reach?" Many discussed this topic, holding high expectations for him.

For two days, reports poured in relentlessly. Major newspapers and periodicals with the largest circulations dedicated special sections to the Vatican. This event could not be hidden, nor did anyone wish to conceal it.

The whole world watched!

Vatican, Holy Medicinal Garden.

Various beast kings gathered outside the barrier, preparing to attack.

"So many beast kings?" Chu Feng was astonished! He had been there for two days and had seen some king-level creatures, but he hadn't expected there to be so many.

Looking out, the area around the divine city was densely packed with swarms of beast kings!

After the Black Dragon King, Schiller, and the Arctic King summoned the other kings for an assault, chaos erupted outside the Holy Medicinal Garden. Shadows flickered everywhere; only super-powerful beings dared to come here.

Recently, they had been dormant within the ancient city, but now, upon hearing that the barrier was about to break, they all mobilized.

Silver raptors spread their wings, stirring up sand and stones, descending to the ground with a furious wind; golden giants strode through the streets, making the divine city's ground tremble and rumble; elephants covered in purple scales, as tall as small hills, arrived, riding on purple clouds...

The Golden Lion King, Scarlet Scale, Ovid, and various other king-level creatures appeared, gathering outside the Holy Medicinal Garden.

Most of them had transformed into human forms.

All powerhouses were to follow the directives of the five top kings, being assigned tasks to attack different zones.

"Everyone, the unstable barrier is our opportunity. I hope we all do our best and charge in together," said the Black Dragon King. He was a middle-aged man with thick black hair, and divine light shot forth from his eyes as they opened and closed.

Some powerhouses lowered their heads, not daring to meet his gaze.

"Kill!" the Silvermoon Wolf King roared, his silver hair gleaming. He was an incredibly majestic man, and he was the first to act, blasting towards the barrier!

The Black Dragon King, Undying Phoenix King, Schiller, Arctic King, and Silvermoon Wolf King positioned themselves at different points, leading the other kings in an assault, shaking the increasingly unstable barrier.

"Roar..."

Immediately, human shouts filled the air, beast roars thundered, and bird cries resonated, shaking the entire sacred ancient city. Far too many king-level creatures had arrived.

Not to mention their attack methods, even their mere aura was unbearable. Creatures below king-level would instantly collapse upon arrival.

This was a battlefield for kings; those of insufficient strength, both humans and other beings, temporarily withdrew from the ancient city, or their bodies would not withstand it and they would suffer severe injuries.

From a distance, the Vatican's central area was teeming with kings, all glowing, attacking in unison. The terrifying energy surge seemed capable of tearing heaven and earth apart.

The barrier outside the Holy Medicinal Garden was cracking, and in some places, it was directly pierced by immense power, about to explode.

Such a massive congregation of kings in one place was unthinkable in the past, entirely due to the irresistible allure of the sacred medicinal garden.

These powerhouses came from all over the world!

Divine radiance illuminated the barrier, which resembled a large bowl inverted over the area. Now, it was overflowing with fiery light, struggling to hold on, shaking violently under the bombardment of various powerhouses.

Cracks even appeared in some spots.

"Kings, follow me in!"

Schiller roared. At that moment, he didn't resemble an old man; his body radiated dazzling light, like a god of war. His curly hair bristled, and he wielded a great sword, cleaving directly at the barrier.

At this moment, people witnessed the terrifying power of a powerhouse who had broken free from six shackles. The great sword shone brilliantly, like an exploding sun, cleaving the barrier with a thud, unleashing dazzling divine light—a truly horrifying sight.

From a distance, Chu Feng gasped. "Is this what an unparalleled powerhouse at this stage looks like? Indeed, they are extraordinary and sacred, far beyond what others can compare to. Too powerful."

A single strike from Schiller was more powerful than the combined efforts of a group of king-level creatures!

So many people had attacked without tearing open the barrier, yet he cleaved it open with a single strike. This feat was astonishing and awe-inspiring, intimidating all the kings.

"Attack!" Schiller shouted, needing cooperation, as the cleaved barrier was healing, with holy radiance flowing, attempting to repair itself.

"Charge!"

Behind him, a group of king-level creatures roared, attacking in unison with large black claws, golden giant fists, and sharp battle spears, all striking forward.

The barrier in this area shattered directly. Led by Schiller, everyone worked together to blast it open!

A group of powerhouses surged in frantically!

Almost simultaneously, barriers in several other directions were also breached, after which the entire area trembled violently, and the barrier completely disintegrated.

Powerhouses from all directions swarmed in.

The barrier would not reappear for a short time, presenting an opportunity for everyone. One after another, king-level creatures' eyes turned red with eagerness as they finally charged in once more.

Some had intruded last time but suffered heavy losses. This time, they were all on guard, rushing towards the ancient trees, determined not to waste the opportunity again.

Only upon truly entering did they realize how vast this space was, like a mustard seed containing a Sumeru mountain. Standing inside, it felt incredibly expansive.

Chu Feng, Yellow Ox, and Big Black Ox stood together. After choosing a direction, they sprinted forward. It was time to give it their all; the opportunity was at hand, and success depended on individual ability.

"Clang!"

Ahead, a battle spear rose automatically from the ground. Initially dull, even covered in rust, it emitted a blazing light as the kings charged closer.

"Let's suppress it together! Even if it's a weapon of the ancient divine knights, it's nothing! The sacred fruits that can help us evolve are ahead; nothing can stop us!" someone roared.

A group of kings attacked, their mysterious energy surging like an ocean, striking towards the battle spear.

However, the battle spear emitted dazzling light, flying like a golden bolt of lightning, instantly piercing a king-level creature, splattering royal blood.

"Ah..."

The creature screamed, its hair splattered with blood, its face contorted. It struggled to retreat, but the battle spear was too terrifying. With a slight tremor, it exploded with a *bang*, tearing the creature into pieces, leaving it dead on the spot.

The kings were stunned. Was it as unresolvable as last time? This time, even more kings had entered; could their combined efforts still not suppress these ancient artifacts?

Chu Feng looked at Yellow Ox. "What kind of weapon is that? It's unsettling; a king just died like that. It's truly terrifying."

"This battle spear contains ancient imprints, sustaining its lethality!" Yellow Ox explained gravely. "These weapons are all formidable."

There were at least six or seven ancient artifacts throughout the medicinal garden, flying in different directions, all incredibly terrifying. Each attack drew royal blood, making them impossible to resist.

"These are the Church's ancient protective weapons from its most glorious era. Why are they all here?" a human powerhouse stammered. He was a Westerner, knowledgeable about that history.

The legendary weapons of the Church, deified holy relics of boundless terror, each rumored to possess unrivaled power, were astonishingly all within the Holy Medicinal Garden.

"Schiller and the Black Dragon King have made their move! They're actually trying to subdue the Church's protective weapons!" someone exclaimed.

Indeed, not only them, but the Undying Phoenix King and Silvermoon Wolf King were also acting, with a group of powerhouses accompanying them to aid in the suppression.

"Can we subdue one?!" Big Black Ox's eyes blazed with eagerness, almost drooling.

"Don't even think about it. Even if they've broken free from six shackles, with the help of all the other kings, success isn't guaranteed. We need to avoid their sharp edges," Yellow Ox replied.

At this moment, the pressure on everyone significantly decreased because the five unparalleled masters had attacked, each holding off an ancient weapon with the help of their followers.

"Charge!"

Seeing this, the other kings bypassed them and charged forward, aiming for the sacred fruits and pollen. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity lay before them; who would want to miss it?

Last time, they were obstructed by those weapons, leaving behind corpses and retreating in disarray. Today, they could finally break through!

However, blood still splattered. Even with the five masters and many followers attacking, attempting to subdue the mysterious weapons left by the Church, the area still held deadly perils.

Lightning-fast battle spears and rusty great swords occasionally broke free, each time causing a massacre that struck fear into some king-level creatures.

A large number of people were blocked, suffering heavy casualties, while a small group broke through, approaching their targets.

Chu Feng and his two companions fought their way through, their eyes gleaming brightly as they stared at the ancient trees.

"Ah..."

Suddenly, a colossal beast king screamed, cleaved in half and disintegrating in an instant.

"What happened?" Those who had made it this far were terrified. "Hadn't they already avoided those terrifying ancient artifacts?"

"Creatures growing from the roots of the ancient trees, they... they've revived!" someone cried out.

Not far away, the colossal beast king was cleaved because it had approached an ancient tree, and a snow-white hand emerged from the soil, wielding a light sword, cutting it down.

This area was extremely dangerous; there were creatures in the soil, connected to the ancient trees' roots, and astonishingly, they could fight.

"Clang!"

Chu Feng also encountered an attack, but he immediately unleashed his crimson flying sword, which collided with a light sword, erupting in dazzling, mysterious energy light.

There were creatures underground, hindered in movement, yet truly alive and capable of fighting!

Most terrifying was one spot where a woman lay prone on the ground. A pair of pristine white wings had grown from her snowy back, powerfully flapping as her lower body, buried underground, struggled to break free, exuding immense pressure.

"Angels? Are these creatures grown from underground?" Chu Feng was astonished.

Other king-level creatures were also shocked. Could it be that everything buried beneath the soil was this type of creature—angels?

"No matter what you are, kill!" As king-level powerhouses, none were cowards. After a brief moment of distraction, they all roared and attacked these creatures.

It must be said that even though they were still entangled by roots and not fully formed, these creatures were extremely formidable. With their lower bodies underground and only parts of their arms protruding, they still possessed terrifying lethality.

Every step in the Holy Medicinal Garden was perilous. While it appeared sacred and held immense opportunities, death was imminent, and one could lose their life at any moment.

In this area, blood splattered. Some powerhouses were killed, dying beneath the sacred ancient trees, their royal blood vivid red and shocking to behold.

Big Black Ox cursed; he had a terrible, bone-deep wound on his arm and had almost lost it just now. It was truly dangerous.

Chu Feng, Yellow Ox, and Big Black Ox teamed up, finally fighting their way through this terrifying region, approaching the sacred and peaceful ancient tree forest.

"Oh my god, I feel like I'm about to ascend to immortality, haha..." A beast king laughed, unable to contain his excitement.

A small number of king-level creatures were the first to rush in, standing in the shimmering, vibrant medicinal field. Everyone was awestruck; the ancient trees bore fruits and bloomed flowers, all incredibly dazzling.

Chu Feng, Yellow Ox, and Big Black Ox had also arrived. They had sustained some injuries and were bleeding, but now felt no pain, only overwhelming surprise and joy.

Standing in this medicinal field, their entire bodies felt comfortable and relaxed. All their pores opened, permeated by the herbal fragrance, making them feel as if they were about to float off the ground.

"Hahaha..." Big Black Ox laughed wildly, overly excited.

Chu Feng and Yellow Ox were also excited, immediately beginning to move, rushing towards the ancient trees where brilliant flowers and crystal-clear fruits awaited.

A cold snort echoed, filled with murderous intent.

A few figures approached from not far away, nearing the spot.

The leader was a tall, slender young man with long hair like burning golden flames. Blazing beams of light shot from his eyes, and his aura was terrifying. He looked like a sun god!

The Golden Lion King had arrived!

A few individuals accompanied him, including the Jackal King and Leopard King, both sneering as they stared at Chu Feng and his companions.

"Hmph!"

Another cold snort sounded. Not far away, a tall figure approached, with long red hair cascading down, a face as fair as jade, and brilliant pupils, exuding an incredibly powerful aura. Scarlet Scale had arrived!

He originally had a wound, received during the last assault on the Holy Medicinal Garden, cleaved by that rusty great sword, and it had been difficult to heal. However, with the Black Dragon King's assistance, a holy light had been forced out, and he had finally eliminated the hidden danger.

As fellow dragon kin, the Black Dragon King had been rather considerate towards him.

At this moment, murderous intent emanated from Scarlet Scale's body, his red hair fluttering, and a cold smile appeared on his handsome face!

Big Black Ox and Yellow Ox both frowned; they knew they were in big trouble.

Chu Feng calmly spoke, saying, "Opportunities are fleeting. Now is not the time to settle grudges. Once we've harvested the sacred fruits, we can go outside and fight to our hearts' content!"

It was too dangerous here; no one knew when an accident might occur.

Before Scarlet Scale could say anything, the Jackal King and Leopard King on the other side sneered, a mocking expression on their faces.

"You still think you can get an opportunity? Is there even a place for you here?!"

The two mocked, and the other powerhouses also laughed heartily.

Chu Feng's gaze intensified, compelling them to look back, instantly making the Jackal King and Leopard King tremble and involuntarily shut their mouths.

The Golden Lion King stepped forward, his long golden hair flowing, his entire body glowing as if enveloped by a brilliant sun. A sacred power permeated the air, shaking hearts!

"All of you, get out!"

The Golden Lion King spoke, his words cold and incredibly domineering, staring at Chu Feng and his companions, intent on driving them away immediately and denying them any chance.

"Clang!"

A crimson flying sword shot into the air, brimming with overwhelming murderous intent!

Chu Feng's gaze sharpened as he stared at the Golden Lion. He was fearless. "Then let's fight!"