## 431. Important Information! Innate Abilities Abound!
The light of the martial art "Unfalling Fortress" shimmered on the dilapidated spear, colliding with the platinum spear.
In utter silence!
The platinum spear's forceful strike was negated.
The God-Human Captain's lips curled into a smirk as he retracted his arm, his left foot stomping hard on the ground, preparing to charge towards the Platinum Armor.
This brief exchange had allowed the God-Human Captain to analyze the Platinum Armor's abilities to some extent. Although he was dressed as a warrior, he was likely a weapon-manipulating class.
This was evident from his two ranged attacks, suggesting he likely had some advantage in close combat.
One of the 13 Heroes?
"Hmph," the God-Human Captain sneered inwardly.
He'd seen his fair share of self-righteous old relics, all of whom deserved to be swept into the dustbin of history.
However!
Just as the God-Human Captain's body began its charging motion, the blocked platinum spear, so close at hand, unleashed a follow-up strike.
A flash of silvery light.
Thump!
The platinum spear instantly pierced the armor on the God-Human Captain's left shoulder, a strike that would have hit his heart had he not reacted in time.
Sparks flew, accompanied by a muffled clang of metal!
"Argh!"
The God-Human Captain cried out in pain, his body thrown back, a trickle of blood escaping his lips.
How could this be?!
This shocked emotion was not only in the God-Human Captain's heart, but also on the faces of the Darkness Scripture members.
"But... why..." The God-Human Captain stared in disbelief at the injured area. His shoulder armor had clearly blocked the blow.
This was a piece of equipment left behind by the Six Gods!
There was no sign of damage, yet he had still been injured.
"It's the spear's ability!"
The God-Human Captain could clearly feel that his left arm was injured, his red pupils constricting as his shock turned to grimness:
"Miscalculation!"
The platinum spear had been blocked by the armor, but it was still able to inflict damage on him, meaning it was likely a weapon that could inflict internal damage.
Swoosh!
The platinum spear flew again, like a silver streak.
The God-Human Captain hurriedly swung his dilapidated spear to block it, immediately feeling a heavy force, causing his heart to sink once more.
His opponent was definitely no weaker than him!
What was going on? Was there anyone this strong among the 13 Heroes?
"World Barrier!"
The Platinum Armor's helmet emitted a blue light from its eye slots, activating Origin Magic.
-- Boom!
A shockwave that visibly distorted the air, centered on the Platinum Armor, rapidly expanded a semi-transparent spherical barrier, enveloping everyone present.
Its range appeared to be close to several kilometers.
Charl controlled the Platinum Armor, his amber vertical pupils devoid of emotion. This conflict with the Slane Theocracy was not a rational act.
But the information passed on by the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord was worth taking seriously.
He needed to investigate the truth behind the disappearance of the Ancient Fire Dragon from these people of the Theocracy, as well as the specific details of whether the Theocracy knew about the human who possessed the Innate Ability of "Premonition."
Therefore!
The Platinum Dragon Lord intended to annihilate this secret unit of the Theocracy. As long as they were all dead, no one would know what had happened.
No... the God-Human who inherited the tainted bloodline needed to be captured alive. He should know a lot of information that would be useful to him.
--Abelion Hills.
The Banshee Bird couldn't get too close, but its excellent vision still provided Tang Zheng with a clear view of the scene.
The only unfortunate thing was that Tang Zheng couldn't hear the content of the conversation between the Platinum Armor and the God-Human Captain and the others.
But this problem!
Was not difficult for Tang Zheng to solve. Within the Darkness Scripture, he had two undercover agents, one of whom was the Four Elements stationed outside the Tove Great Forest.
One was Clementine, who remained at the center of the battlefield.
Tang Zheng had a Shadow Clone use "Message" to contact Clementine, instructing her to silently relay the conversation with the Platinum Armor to him.
"Ancient Fire Dragon?"
"To think he'd investigate that... suspecting the Slane Theocracy, I see. Compared to the traces I left behind, the Theocracy's were far more obvious."
A strange expression of surprise flickered across Tang Zheng's face. He hadn't expected the Platinum Dragon Lord to suddenly investigate the Ancient Fire Dragon he had killed.
Even more surprising was that the Platinum Dragon Lord suspected the Slane Theocracy!
"Why the sudden investigation?"
Tang Zheng fell into thought, his gaze flashing sternly. "It's the Eternal Darkness Dragon Lord!"
"These True Dragon Lords actually have a means of long-distance communication!"
Tang Zheng seemed to have discovered a new continent. This was crucial information, something he was completely unaware of before.
"The World Barrier... Damn it!"
Tang Zheng abruptly snapped out of his thoughts. Seeing the Platinum Dragon Lord activate the Origin Magic barrier, he immediately sensed the pure malice directed at the Slane Theocracy.
The Platinum Dragon Lord intended to annihilate the Theocracy's forces!
The World-Class Item [Nation and City Incinerating] must not fall into the Platinum Dragon Lord's hands!
And the Theocracy's people were also important combat strength.
Especially the God-Human Captain. If he were captured alive by the Platinum Dragon Lord, the Slane Theocracy would become like a woman stripped of her fig leaf, laid bare before the Platinum Dragon Lord, with no secrets left!
"Should I intervene..."
The thought flashed through Tang Zheng's mind. After all, it was just a suit of Platinum Armor, not the Platinum Dragon Lord himself:
"Message—Four Elements!"
Tove Great Forest, outskirts.
"Four Elements" stared in stunned surprise towards the depths of the forest. He could sense the enormous undulation of the invisible barrier.
"What happened?"
"Such a range and ability... it shouldn't be the work of the Darkness Scripture members; the Magic Tree, perhaps?"
The grim face of the middle-aged man who was "Four Elements" tightened, an inexplicable sense of dread rising within him.
Fortunately!
He was on the outskirts of the forest, not within the barrier's range.
Suddenly.
"Sir!" "Four Elements" shuddered, his face quickly becoming respectful. "Ah, yes, yes, I understand, sir."
As the voice in his mind disappeared.
"Four Elements"'s face was incomparably solemn. He took a deep breath and chanted in a low voice, "Teleport."
Whoosh!
The air shimmered, and his figure vanished.
...
Deep within the forest.
Seeing the God-Human Captain actually being suppressed by this former member of the 13 Heroes.
Everyone's expressions changed completely.
Fear, shock, disbelief, and other emotions filled the air. Many wondered if they were dreaming.
"The Captain is a 'God-Human'!"
A soft exclamation whispered, echoing the inner thoughts of everyone in the Darkness Scripture.
Kerry's, or rather, the old man's hands clenched tightly, a pair of cloudy eyes revealing emotions of shock and anger at this moment.
"[Infinite Mana], try using Teleport!"
The old man Kerry abruptly turned his head, his voice hoarse as he roared.
"Ah... Yes!"
The lazy expression on [Infinite Mana]'s pretty face vanished. Her dazed eyes snapped away from the battle in front of her, and she chanted:
"Teleport... No, it's no good, it failed!"
[Infinite Mana]'s back straightened abruptly, a look of terror on her face, her delicate voice trembling.
She had never encountered such a situation before!
Unknown magic?
But the enemy was clearly a warrior-type opponent.
The incomprehensible situation made "Infinite Mana's" lips tremble, almost causing him to fall off the movable magic sphere beneath his buttocks.
"...As expected!"
Elder Kerry's face was gloomy, his clenched fist shaking. He seemed to have anticipated this outcome:
"The former 13 Heroes' 'Silver'...suddenly appearing to inquire about a Dragon Lord as a friend...this Platinum Armor-style decoration."
"The Council State?"
"Could it be that he has been in the Council State for the past 200 years, or is he originally from the Council State?"
"That's right, the Council State was established after the chaos of the 13 Heroes and the Demon Gods. Could his identity be that of a demi-human councilor within the Council State, other than a Dragon Lord?"
Elder Kerry's thoughts were somewhat chaotic. He quickly suppressed the messy ideas in his mind, realizing that now was not the time to think about these things.
His rough hand touched the golden cheongsam on his chest.
If they could control him!
Not only could they obtain a large amount of information about the Council State, but they might also be able to insert a completely trustworthy, ultra-high-level spy within the Council State.
But...the True God-level artifact was also needed to control the Destruction Dragon Lord!
An indescribable dilemma arose in Elder Kerry's mind. After a brief moment of thought, he immediately issued an order: "Assist!"
In an instant!
"Divine Domain Shackles," wrapped in magic chains and wearing yellow magic equipment, and "Giant Shield Thousand Arms," a tall and sturdy man holding two giant shields.
The two of them simultaneously arrived on either side of Elder Kerry, and the three of them retreated together, making room for the others.
Their responsibility was to protect Kerry-sama first and foremost!
"I will interfere!" "Astrology Thousand Miles" said, her face pale. She had just activated several magic probes, but had not gained anything.
The Platinum Armor had anti-detection measures!
"Phantom!" A pink light emerged from "Astrology Thousand Miles."
In the next instant.
Two identical phantom figures appeared on either side of the God-Human Captain.
This ability could not be used for combat on its own, but if it assisted teammates, coupled with her anti-detection tools and abilities.
Even the enemy!
As long as they didn't engage in combat, they wouldn't be able to distinguish between the real and the fake.
At the same moment!
A golden-haired woman wearing a white priest's robe, with her hands clasped together in front of her chest, and radiating a holy light, stepped forward.
This was an extremely beautiful woman, her saintly aura resembling a living saintess. This person was the fourth seat, "Holy Incantation Song"!
"Supreme and most high creator~"
"Eternal light, eternal night."
"Your love is like the morning star..."
"Holy Incantation Song" closed her eyes, raised her swan-like neck, and placed her hands together in front of her chest, chanting softly.
The pleasant sound echoed in the air. Even though the target of the incantation was not the surrounding companions, the members of the Darkness Scripture felt a chill down their spines.
"Holy Incantation Song" was not the strongest among the members, but she was the most terrifying of them all.
Her Innate Ability, combined with her powers, could create a wide-ranging effect, silently and effortlessly taking the lives of everyone in a city.
At the instant when the two women activated their abilities!
A figure dressed as a ninja among the members revealed a cold light in his eyes.
"Heaven—and Earth!"
"Heaven and Earth" closed his legs together, and the figure wearing a red bodysuit instantly disappeared from the spot:
"Ninjutsu · Concealment!"
His title was called "Heaven and Earth," and his Innate Ability was also the same name. Facing an opponent like the Platinum Armor, no one dared to hold back.
"Heh...truly terrifying!"
"Time Turbulence" feigned fear on his face, but his pupils were filled with fiery excitement. He pushed off the ground with his feet and rushed out first.
A green afterimage flashed across the ground, appearing behind the God-Human Captain.
Sensing the figure behind him!
The God-Human Captain did not turn around, but instead slightly lowered his legs.
"Captain!"
"Time Turbulence" held a rapier in his left hand, and quickly pressed his right hand on the God-Human Captain's back, his eyes flashing with a dim light:
"Innate Ability · Time Fracture!"
At this moment!
The Platinum Armor, wielding a platinum spear, paused its attack when it saw the God-Human Captain split into three.
Not because there were now three of him!
Dragonkind's perception far surpassed human comprehension. Even if these illusions were perfectly disguised, indistinguishable to the naked eye...
The foul aura was still as conspicuous as a lamp in the night.
Killing intent!
Two pure killing intents surged from above and below simultaneously.
Innate Ability: Heaven and Earth!
Its ability was to generate two distinct killing intents, one "descending from the sky" and the other "ambushing from underground," whenever an attack was launched.
These two killing intents were entirely genuine, but the attacker's true form would only manifest at the instant the attack connected!
In other words, the opponent had to choose the real attack to defend against from two seemingly real attacks.
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
The Platinum Armor remained standing in place, seemingly ignoring the attacks. However, the katana and greatsword orbiting its chest simultaneously slashed upwards and downwards.
Clang!
A crisp collision echoed above the Platinum Armor.
"Heaven and Earth" appeared above, his dagger clashing against the katana.
At the same instant!
The God-Human Captain and "Time Turbulence" materialized before the Platinum Armor as if teleporting.
Teleportation?
Rapid movement?
Neither, clearly!
The moment the God-Human Captain appeared, his worn spear was enveloped in a layer of earth-brown energy. The spear shot out like a dragon, slamming into the Platinum Armor's chest.
Boom!!
There was no charging, no pause to activate the skill, as if the attack had already landed.
Even the weapons orbiting the Platinum Armor didn't have time to intercept!
Innate Ability: Time Fracture – it created a brief temporal gap, "skipping" a stage to directly hit the target.
Boom!
With a tremendous roar, the Platinum Armor was sent flying, along with its weapons, hurtling about a hundred meters before crashing into the ground with another deafening boom.
A cloud of dust billowed into the air!
"...Got him!" The God-Human Captain grinned brightly.
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