A month passed in the blink of an eye.
Due to the "Great Disaster" incident, the invasion of Earth by ferocious beasts from other dimensions had temporarily halted.
However, humanity remained on edge, not daring to relax, as beasts from other dimensions continued to batter the defenses.
Perhaps due to internal conflicts among the beasts, they did not launch a full-scale assault.
Seizing this opportunity, humanity managed to catch its breath.
Free Alliance, Sigus State.
"Already here?"
Chen Shu looked towards the city ahead. With a single teleportation, he crossed through the beast hordes and arrived at the northern defense line of Sigus State.
As for the people he had picked up earlier, they had all been sent to Dar State.
"Brother Hánfěi? You've arrived?"
As soon as Chen Shu arrived, a man in a high-ranking military uniform from the Alliance was waiting for him.
"Mhm."
Chen Shu nodded and asked, "Were you waiting for me?"
"Of course, we received the news long ago..."
The man smiled slightly and said, "The people you're here to pick up are already waiting."
Following the man's gesture to the rear, thousands of people gathered and walked over in a grand procession.
"Furthermore, to ensure everyone's safety, we've specially provided some military supplies."
The man gave another look to someone nearby.
Shortly thereafter, ten military crates were brought up, filled with various modern weapons specifically designed for beasts.
Although their effectiveness might be limited, they were a good means of self-defense for ordinary people.
The man smiled again and said, "Brother Hánfěi, if you have any other requests, please don't hesitate to ask. We will do our best to satisfy them."
"So thoughtful?"
Chen Shu raised an eyebrow and said, "Buddy, you're really going places."
"..."
The man's expression faltered, and he thought to himself, 'It's not me going places; you paved this path entirely with your own actions...'
"I don't have much time, so I won't delay."
Chen Shu gave a look to his countrymen ahead and said, "Brothers, follow me!"
The crowd, filled with excitement, summoned their contracted spirits and rushed towards the beast horde ahead.
Chen Shu used the same method again, utilizing the spatial passage to successfully cross the beast defense line.
"Did the Alliance people give you any trouble?"
Chen Shu looked at the president of the local Beast Tamer Association, who was also a Golden Beast Tamer.
"No, not at all!"
The president's eyes gleamed with admiration as he said, "With you here, they wouldn't dare, not even with a hundred times their courage."
"That's good."
Chen Shu nodded and, at the same time, opened a virtual screen displaying various locations.
In a month, he had already picked up compatriots from five states, his efficiency far exceeding that of Liu Feng and his two companions.
This was mainly because his spatial abilities greatly reduced travel time.
"Only one state left, and the mission will be complete..."
Chen Shu muttered to himself, "Free State..."
Free State was the largest state, the most powerful, and home to the only Legendary Beast Tamer, who was stationed there guarding the "Demon's Nest" dimensional rift.
Chen Shu spoke, "Let's make one more trip. After picking up our compatriots, we'll return to Dar State and can begin crossing the ocean."
"Alright!"
The crowd nodded in unison, possessing an instinctive trust in Chen Shu.
Although his methods were somewhat like a bandit's, the deterrence of killing a King-level Beast Tamer meant that even others with the strength to do so wouldn't dare to act similarly.
However, it had to be said, sometimes fists were the only true argument.
...
Three days later, Free State.
As the largest state in the Alliance, it boasted more than ten King-level Beast Tamers, making its defensive capabilities the strongest on the Alliance continent.
Furthermore, with some cities already breached, many powerful individuals had chosen to return to Free State, further bolstering its strength.
Free State was also the only city not surrounded by ferocious beasts.
"Finally here..."
Chen Shu sat atop Xiao Huang's head, overlooking the vast expanse of land below. He couldn't even spot a single beast.
He made a gesture to descend, and everyone returned to the ground.
During this special period, major cities had implemented measures to strike at aerial creatures.
"Not only no beasts, but not even a single guard?"
Chen Shu's eyes showed a hint of surprise, even making him momentarily think he had returned to peaceful times.
"Brother Hánfěi, you might not know this, but Free State doesn't set up defensive lines. Instead, they clear out all beasts within a hundred kilometers every so often."
The president beside him leaned in and explained.
"Is that so?"
Chen Shu stroked his chin. Setting up defensive lines seemed like a waste of manpower; they only needed to guard the borders of Free State.
Just then, a strong, pungent smell of blood drifted over, making many feel uncomfortable.
"Hm?"
Chen Shu's expression remained calm. After all, he himself was an executioner and wouldn't be bothered by such things.
The land ahead had turned a dark red, with scattered broken limbs everywhere, exuding an eerie and ominous aura.
"Is this the bloody defense line of Free State?"
Chen Shu murmured to himself. It was likely that the ferocious beasts had intended to capture Free State first.
After all, it was the core city of the Free Alliance. If it were breached, this major power on Earth would crumble.
But clearly, the beasts had failed, and at a considerable cost.
"Alright, let's go!"
He made a gesture and led the crowd forward.
In a short while, he could see the outline of a massive city.
Just then, his gaze sharpened. About a kilometer ahead, a man in a Watcher's uniform stood tall.
"Mr. Chen Shu?"
The man also looked over, then summoned a giant black beast and galloped towards them.
"King-level?"
Chen Shu's eyes showed a hint of surprise. He hadn't expected Free State to show such courtesy.
He asked with a touch of uncertainty, "Are you waiting for me?"
"Of course!"
The man nodded and said with a smile,
"Your compatriots are already waiting for you, and our Free State has gifted a large amount of military supplies. If you need anything else, feel free to ask!"
"Mm... Thank you."
Chen Shu nodded. He had initially thought the largest state might not give him much face,
after all, they had many powerful individuals and a Legendary Beast Tamer presiding over them, so they didn't really need to fear him.
"However, there's one thing..."
The man's eyes held a hint of a smile, as if he were somewhat embarrassed.
"Just say what you need to say."
Chen Shu wasn't surprised, having already anticipated something.
"It's like this, our Alliance's Grand Speaker wishes to meet you."
"The Grand Speaker?"
"That is, the strongest in our Free Alliance!"
"A Legendary Beast Tamer?!"
Chen Shu's expression trembled, and he asked, "What does he want to see me for?"
For a moment, his thoughts raced. Could he be planning to kill me?
"I'm not sure about that,"
the man replied. "His thoughts are not something we can guess."
Chen Shu frowned, his eyes filled with contemplation.
He actually didn't want to put himself in danger. After all, facing a Legend, he truly had no confidence in his ability to survive.
Even now, he didn't have a clear understanding of a Legend's combat power.
However, even if he refused, it would be of no use. They could simply come to him.
"Alright!"
Chen Shu nodded and agreed.
The man's expression brightened, but then it turned a little peculiar.
Chen Shu took out his phone and said earnestly,
"Principal, I'm going to meet the Free Alliance's Legendary Beast Tamer. If anything happens to me, please step in!"
"Don't doubt it, he's the murderer!"