Fate Reignites: My Rampage in a World Where Time Stops-Chapter 428 - 321: The Flames of War Spread Far and Wide, The Roaring of the Vast Ocean (Combined - )_2

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Above an apparently endless expanse of ocean, a majestic azure figure sat solemnly on the surface of the sea. The restless waves beneath it were instantly soothed as all beings within the ocean surged with thoughts of submission and allegiance.

Qin Chuan and Lin Yue quietly watched the scene unfolding below them, expressions of anticipation simultaneously dawning on their faces.

"Water Flower is finally about to make a breakthrough," Lin Yue said with a light chuckle, "Of all the rituals, its has to be the most troublesome."

"After all, not only does it require an expanse of ocean spanning a hundred thousand miles, but it also demands the fealty of every living creature within," Qin Chuan couldn’t help but shake his head, "Finding an ocean isn’t difficult, but gaining the submission of all its creatures is the real hassle."

Merely wandering through this marine territory took the two of them a full four Heavenly Dome Days.

Now, at long last, all the conditions for the breakthrough had been fulfilled.

Perched on the sea’s surface, Water Flower seemed to sense something. It tilted its head slightly to gaze in the direction of Qin Chuan and Lin Yue and let out a long, resonant howl before hesitating no further and embarking on its final evolution.

Beneath it, the massive corpse of a water-blue dragon slowly rose to the surface. It was a Water Attribute dragon of the Mythical Rank, and it was the preparation Qin Chuan and Lin Yue had made for Water Flower’s ritual.

Continually drawing upon the mythical corpse’s power, Water Flower’s aura climbed higher and higher. The sea, too, became restless, with angry waves sweeping across the expanse, unceasing for a long time, until, finally, a dazzling light of evolution erupted skyward at the peak of their accumulation.

When the brilliance had dissipated, all the wind and waves were stilled in an instant, and the entire ocean was as clear and smooth as a mirror.

With a completely transformed appearance, Water Flower sat on the sea, its head raised as it let out an excited and spirited howl.

"Woof!!!"

In the position where a water droplet mark had been on its forehead, a slender horn composed entirely of water currents shimmered with a water-blue halo. Above the horn, the water waves converged into irregular shapes to form a Water Crown, suspended in the air.

Water Flower’s body, with its unusually long fur curling over itself like waves, glistened with a clear halo in the sunlight. Behind it, its former twin tails had utterly transformed, fanning out like a fish’s tail.

An unprecedented majestic presence burst forth from Water Flower, as if the ocean itself had become a part of its body, moving at its whim.

At this moment, it was the true king of water.

Carefully examining Water Flower’s new status panel and feeling the strength Water Flower had gained after breaking through to the Mythical Rank and evolving into its ultimate form, Qin Chuan’s face couldn’t help but light up with a joyous smile.

The arduous effort of securing the corpse of one of the strongestindividual dragons of the Mythical Rank as material for Water Flower’s advancement ritual hadn’t been in vain.

The strength that Water Flower had gained after its breakthrough far exceeded expectations.

"Feng Yin has sent a message," Lin Yue said softly, "Six Clans have each sent a Second Realm representative, intending to hold peace talks with us."

Since Feng Yin’s identity as something other than a Gatekeeper had been revealed and he had re-emerged after another breakthrough to the Mythical Rank, there was no longer any need for him to hide his identity and roam about the Heavenly Dome Rank; he returned to lead the affairs of the Human Race.

"Peace talks?" A hint of bemusement crossed Qin Chuan’s face. "They’re seeking peace after merely losing half their territories?"

It must be said, reaping rewards without effort was addictive.

Over the month of raiding other Clans, the Human Race had seen such swift increases in strength that even Qin Chuan was slightly exhilarated.

If possible, he wished this raiding could continue.

"They must be thoroughly unsettled by now," murmured Lin Yue, "They can’t just watch us take control of all the territories’ Lords."

"If that were to happen, the other Clans wouldn’t even be able to descend. They would truly be at our mercy."

"Since they’ve all come, let’s go take a look."

With a shrug, Qin Chuan took Lin Yue by the hand, along with the newly advanced Water Flower, and vanished on the spot.

Yege Territory, this was a territory situated on the current boundary of Human Race’s occupied lands.

Originally, according to the Human Race’s plan, it should have already become the next territory captured by the Human Race, but with the simultaneous arrival of six Second Realm powerhouses, the offensive had to be halted.

The arriving Second Realm had not attacked the Human Race but instead calmly proposed that representatives from the Human Race come forward. They sought to discuss matters on behalf of the six Clans with the Human Race.

Upon receiving the news, Feng Yin led a group of Human Race Mythical Rank individuals to Yege Territory immediately and urgently contacted Qin Chuan.

After Qin Chuan stepped into Yege Territory, Feng Yin was the first to brief him on the situation.

"Then let’s have a discussion," after pondering for a moment, Qin Chuan nodded slightly and proceeded into the main urban area of Yege Territory with his group.

Figures from the Mythical Rank, Second Realm simultaneously appeared.

Qin Chuan looked at one of them, his face revealing a trace of a smile, "Clary, it’s been a month since we last met."

"Indeed." The Blue Moon Chief Priest, representing the Moon Spirit Clan, watched Qin Chuan, her eyes filled with a complex light.

Even she had never anticipated that the Human Race would achieve such accomplishments under the leadership of the person before her.

"This time, the Moon Spirit Clan is just here to witness," Clary spoke softly, "I won’t comment on the content of the negotiation."

"You’re here for a truce?" Having greeted an acquaintance, Qin Chuan turned his gaze to the other five Mythical Rank, Second Realm powerhouses with unpleasant expressions, and smiled, "How do you propose we negotiate?"

"Before the arrival of the Human Race, the number of lords among the clans was similar, each Clan occupying about one-sixth of the Heavenly Dome Rank territory," a Half-demon Clan, Second Realm individual slowly said, "We acknowledge the strength of the Human Race, but the status of the lord must be reclaimed." 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

"The Human Race can only occupy one-seventh of the territory."

"Oh?" Qin Chuan looked interestedly at the Great Demon God from the Half-demon Clan that he had not met before, "How may I address you?"

"Sky Eyes Demon God·Pasia."

"So it’s you," Qin Chuan revealed an enlightened expression.

In this period, he had gained some understanding of the Second Realm powerhouses from each clan; Pasia was among the most intelligent in the Half-demon Clan, with a cautious style of action and one of the few Half-demons who possessed both courage and strategy.

"Do all of you feel the same?" Qin Chuan looked towards the remaining individuals from the Second Realm.

"Indeed, the Crystal Clan shares this view."

"The Dwarf Demon Clan feels the same."

"The Dead Ghost Clan and the Half-demon Clan are of the same opinion."

"The Dragon Clan as well."

The powerhouses from each Clan at the Second Realm spoke out at the same time.

Even the Dead Ghost Clan, which had the worst relations with the Half-demon Clan, had unusually reached a consensus in the face of the terrifying pressure brought about by the Human Race.

After patiently listening to the stances of each Clan, Qin Chuan smiled, but his smile was somewhat cold, "And if I disagree?"

As Qin Chuan finished speaking, the atmosphere in the room instantly became more solemn.

"The Human Race has never had the habit of spitting out meat that’s already in its mouth," Qin Chuan said, looking towards the other five Clan powerhouses whose expressions were turning increasingly ugly, "The territories already occupied by the Human Race are impossible to hand over."

"You..."

Fiery anger surged in the crimson eyes of the Dead Ghost Clan’s Second Realm powerhouse. He was about to explode but was abruptly held back by Pasia at his side.

"Do you intend for the Human Race to continue?" Pasia asked, looking gravely at Qin Chuan, "You should be aware that we would never allow the Human Race to occupy all of the territories in the Heavenly Dome Rank."

"If it really comes to that, we will resort to extreme measures to prevent the Human Race from entering into the Second Realm of the Heavenly Dome Rank!"

Qin Chuan’s gaze flickered slightly.

During his previous discussion with Feng Yin, he had already considered this possibility.

Due to the significant disturbance caused by the Human Race in the Heavenly Dome Rank, it was impossible for the other Clans to just watch.

If they couldn’t stop the Human Race in the First Realm of Heavenly Dome Rank, then their tactics would surely manifest in the Second Realm.

Keep in mind, there is only one entrance from the First Rank to the Second Rank.

If the Clans intend to obstruct, arriving with the Third Rank powerhouses in tow, even Qin Chuan would be intimidated.

Therefore, from the beginning, the Human Race had no intention of completely burning bridges with the other Clans in the First Realm of Heavenly Dome Rank.

Even if the powerhouses from the First Rank Clans were all annihilated, it would be meaningless if the Human Race could not enter the Second and Third Ranks.

"If you want the Human Race to stop, it’s possible," Qin Chuan spoke hauntingly.

"But I have one condition that you must agree to."