Chapter 1316: Chapter 674: Does the Azure Dragon Dare to Show Himself?
"You seem quite surprised." Tan Dingâs gaze fell on Abel once again, extremely indifferent: "Did you really think he was sincerely helping you?"
"Youâre nothing more than a pawn he uses to probe the path, while he can hide in the shadows and watch the situation unfold."
"And not consider your worth, if it werenât for the blood flowing in your veins, how could he even give you a second thought." Tan Dingâs words were filled with ridicule, his spiritual fluctuations spreading recklessly:
"Yet you are foolish enough to collaborate with outsiders, attacking the source of your status, now you realize youâve been played, donât you."
"Do you know how much loss youâve caused to the Empire due to your ignorance!"
Abelâs face alternated between pale and livid; Tan Dingâs sarcasm was aimed partly at him but equally at Azure Dragon.
This was a rare opportunity, even with Abelâs so-called "invitation," after all, it was an internal affair of the Empire, and in the overall public opinion, the High-level Life Form Union was not at an advantage either.
After suffering losses so many times, this time, they naturally need to find a way to reclaim some ground, especially since Azure Dragon didnât show up this time, which is virtually a perfect weapon to attack the opponents.
Abel remained silent, unable to speak, and after receiving a message from Li Ming, he ran out and called at the door, indeed didnât verify if Azure Dragon had truly arrived.
On one hand, he was eager not to delay any longer, and more importantly, because he was at a disadvantage in the overall collaboration, he simply wasnât qualified to ask for more.
But at this moment, he was somewhat taken aback, unable to rescue Azure Dragon, when in fact Azure Dragon hadnât come at all, the concept of these two situations was entirely different.
But listening to Tan Dingâs words, Abel, who had already thrown caution to the wind, was now fuming with anger, glaring furiously, "Loss!?"
"Youâre talking to me about loss? Where were you, Lord, when I almost got killed investigating the empty warehouse case? And when I painstakingly communicated with the lower-level officers one by one, where were you, Lord?"
"Whatâs become of things down there, doesnât Lord know? Are these losses caused by me?"
"How much Empire interest has the Upper and Lower Houses swallowed while you overlook high above, yet now you say I damage Empire interests as Arthur conspires with the Upper and Lower Houses, and the situation is certain to get worse in the future?"
Tan Ding couldnât help but be surprised; he didnât expect that, even at this time, Abel still had the will to resist, and couldnât help but flash a trace of admiration in his eyes, but closely followed by a naturally solemn severity: "So you conspire with Azure Dragon?"
"Do you know what armor Iâm wearing? This is a defense armor crafted from Dominator skin fragments mixed with top-grade alloy; no one in the interstellar world can break it. Not even Azure Dragon!"
"Do you think Azure Dragon didnât foresee these? Iâm telling you, he knows everything, yet why does he still come? Heâs gambling on us not having developed this armor, gambling on us not having become stronger yet!"
"Heâs smart enough not to show his own face, while you foolishly charge forward on his behalf."
These words were not spoken for Abel but addressed to those X Level Life Forms, serving as a warning, a deterrent, and suppression.
Look at the armor weâre wearing; ours is you.
Even if you join forces, it wonât be of any use; instead, youâll become cannon fodder for Azure Dragon, so youâd better stay honest.
In the Mother Star Imperial Palace, Arthurâs true body, Malcolm, and Antigoâs virtual projection were present, and before them was a real-time holographic display, reflecting scenes from within the universe.
The equipped spiritual receivers translated dialogues between the parties in real-time.
"Abel... still too young." Arthur shook his head, with an evaluation befitting of a superior.
After nearly two months of settling, Arthur was no longer consumed by the initial panic, and finally exuded some of the qualities of a Holy Emperor.
After returning from Tan Ding, he had a comprehensive understanding of the Dominator Laboratory, knew about the specific data on Genetic Essence enhancements, and was no longer ignorant of the power of Dominator Armor.
Coupled with the successive arrivals of aid from the Federation and Star Alliance, the paper strength is undoubtedly adequate against Azure Dragon during a chaotic Star Gap siege.
"Itâs a pity, however, that Azure Dragon didnât show up." Arthur even thought with greedy ambition.
He believed that if Azure Dragon came and the two sides engaged in direct combat, there was a certain probability they could defeat or even kill the opponent.
Right upon taking office, he would land a significant blow against Azure Dragon, the one who once defeated the Three Great Civilizations, stabilizing his position instantly, making it unshakeable, and even inscribed into the Empireâs historical records.
Malcolmâs virtual projection glanced at him faintly, secretly shaking his head, his heart too filled with desire; willing to see benefits and not the downsides.
Even if the information on paper counts as an advantage, Malcolm still questions whether they can truly defeat Azure Dragon, as in past confrontations, didnât they have a paper advantage each time?
Antigo, however, saw further: "Not coming is correct, as if an open confrontation begins, the result is uncertain, which benefits neither party."
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"Dominator Armor..." Anatoliâs expression grave, was shocked by the deep research three civilizations conducted on Dominatorâs corpse.
"Lord Azure Dragonâs means are extraordinary..." He remarked with uncertainty, "A single statement could stir the interstellar waves, an Arthur could test the bottom cards of the Three Great Civilizations; impressive indeed."
"They say he didnât come, so he didnât?" Anduin frowned, coldly sweeping his gaze across Anatoli, "Isnât it simply not detected?"
"What does your Lordship mean by that?" Anatoli frowned and counter-questioned, "Itâs a good thing Lord Azure Dragon didnât come; if he did, heâd fall into a trap, a real battle would hold significant danger."
"Do you hope for Lord Azure Dragon to fall into peril?"