Apocalypse: Master of Soul Beasts-Chapter 800 - 170: The End

The cold gaze made Wen Yu understand reality...

Even if the power left behind by the Heavenly Dao at its death altered his memory, even if the Drunken Taoist self-destructed to affirm he was "deceived," the Dominator still had no plan to directly spare him.

Indeed, everything that has happened now, Wen Yu has already sorted it out clearly—the events in the Heavenly Palace, those seemingly unnecessary things, were all to ensure he smoothly overcame this difficult challenge posed by the Dominator.

And now...

Recalling the last words spoken by the Almighty Immortal Emperor to him: "In a while...no matter what happens, do not react at all!"

Wen Yu remained silent.

Not far away, the Golden Armor stepped forward once more, saying something that left Wen Yu utterly bewildered.

"My lord, the negative effects of the Life and Death Battle Execution have shown up..."

...

"Oh?"

The Dominator abruptly turned his head to look at the Golden Armor. Judging by his attitude, what's happening with Tang Haofei is far more important than what's happening with Wen Yu right now!

"How many times, how many times has he died here?"

"Five times!"

"You fool! Didn't you try to stop him even once?"

The Dominator's sudden anger left the Golden Armor stammering, unable to speak.

Only when sensing the Dominator's anger was mostly gone did the Golden Armor continue: "My lord, regarding that side effect...I am thinking, the situation with Sequence Number 1 isn't looking good. However, in your plan, there is indeed a substitute, like him!"

The Golden Armor pointed at Wen Yu lying on the ground.

"Once Sequence Number 1 loses control, considering the current strength of professionists on Earth, I believe Sequence Number 2's power would be a very good substitute...yet the cost of power...is irreversible..."

"If Sequence Number 1 were to make a wrong choice like the past Almighty Immortal Emperor..."

The Dominator frowned as Golden Armor continued: "My lord, you can consider whether Sequence Number 2 has seen something important."

"Besides the Level 11 magic crystals, nothing important."

"That's good, and besides, in this event, Sequence Number 2 himself is a victim, although from the results, he has gained many benefits, still, my lord, the stronger the better..."

"The stronger, the better, yes, the cost of power...substitute..."

The Dominator carefully chewed on these words, then deeply exhaled.

"Alright, I understand now, it turns out I've been inconsiderate. How about this, that lump on the ground."

The Dominator pointed at the Drunken Taoist's blood and flesh on the ground.

"There's still quite a bit of Origin Energy from the Universe of Immortals and Heroes inside. It's enough to make you one of the divine beast species of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes. Consider this my recompense for wrongly accusing you. This event is over, Sequence Number 2, don't let me down..."

After finishing these words, the Dominator directly walked outside, leaving a remark for Golden Armor before departing.

"Heal him."

"Yes, my lord."

Golden Armor respectfully escorted the Dominator out.

...

Until only Golden Armor and Wen Yu were left in the tunnel.

Perhaps sensing the Dominator had gone far, Golden Armor turned his head, walking towards Wen Yu.

Cold energy flowed from Golden Armor's hand, merging into Wen Yu's head like sweet dew.

Instantly, Wen Yu felt a comforting cool sensation rising in his mind, which alleviated a lot of the aftereffects from the recent Soul Search.

The faint warmth at the spot on his forehead where the Heavenly Dao had touched slowly dissipated, and Wen Yu was keenly aware that the energy that had altered his memory had dissipated completely.

Fortunately, this crisis has passed...

Wen Yu thought, then raised his head to look at the Golden Armor close by.

"Thank you..."

A heartfelt gratitude slipped from Wen Yu's mouth, although he couldn't understand why this armoured figure helped him. Given the outcome, without him, he might have struggled to escape the demonic grasp this time.

"Don't thank me. If you want to thank someone, thank those who have died!"

Though Golden Armor's tone wasn't particularly warm, even this manner of speaking was far better than the Dominator's sinister double-talk!

Once all the pain faded from Wen Yu's mind, Golden Armor straightened up, patting his hands.

"Alright, the injuries have healed. Now, keep today's matters buried in your heart; I'll help resolve the remaining issues."

The remaining issues likely pertain to the false memories, which might have some easily exposed flaws...

Then, in a bland tone, Golden Armor spoke his final words: "Don't let us down…"

His calm voice, yet at this moment Golden Armor's figure seemed to overlap with the figure of the recently deceased Drunken Taoist.

"Is the Level 11 power strong?"

"Is the flesh of your kind tasty?"

"Don't you feel guilty in your heart?"

"Do you hate..."

...

"Wait."

Seeing Golden Armor's retreating figure, Wen Yu couldn't help but speak.

"What's the matter?"

"I have another question. The cost of power you just mentioned..."

The cost of power...this term was briefly mentioned by the Demon Lord. Yet from the recent conversation between Golden Armor and the Dominator, this issue might not be as simple as Wen Yu imagined.

"You don't need to know about that!"

Having no desire to converse further, Golden Armor's entire body turned into light and vanished.

...

"Phew..."

Only after Golden Armor and the Dominator had completely left did Wen Yu finally let out a deep breath.

The pressure brought by those two just now was quite evident to Wen Yu.

"What are we supposed to do next?"

As if by reflex, Wen Yu asked before suddenly realizing that his greatest reliance within the Heavenly Palace had been entirely brushed clean by the Dominator...

Nostalgic? Not quite...

His relationship with the Almighty Demon Vine had never been deep, and if there was any, it was merely part of some plan—the benefits acquired through this incident were substantial. Yet conversely, they came with risks originating from the Dominator and potentially more challenges in the future.

Perhaps it's sorrow...

Thinking so, Wen Yu braced himself against the wall and slowly stood, gazing at the dim, lightless murals surrounding him.

The once extraordinarly illustrious and mighty Almighty Immortal Emperor had fallen to such a state, even his remnants were thoroughly sealed away by the Dominator.

Gently touching the murals on the wall, Wen Yu murmured softly: "Farewell..."

Subsequently, Wen Yu glanced towards the deceased Drunken Taoist's corpse, resembling a pile of rotten meat.

The Almighty Demon Vine on his right hand appeared at the command of Wen Yu's thoughts, directly inserting into the Drunken Taoist's corpse.

Though the dead have passed, the living must continue to move forward.

Even if Wen Yu felt some gratitude towards the Drunken Taoist, compared to the power of the divine beast species of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes...

Wen Yu decisively showcased his practical side.