"Chen Shu?!"
Those outside the command center were completely stunned, as if pondering for a moment.
But then, one by one, people's expressions shifted, recalling the Chinese prodigy from the world competition.
His absurdity had spread his fame globally.
However, due to the great beast crisis, people's attention had long since shifted.
After all, this was a matter of life and death for everyone.
Except for China, which maintained its full combat strength, most countries and forces had gradually forgotten Chen Shu.
But upon seeing the colossal yellow sphere before them, it stirred everyone's memories.
"Huh? You don't recognize me anymore?!"
Chen Shu's expression faltered. Had his popularity declined this much?
"You're really Chen Shu?!"
The commander extended his hand and shook Chen Shu's briefly, his eyes filled with shock.
He too recalled the legends about this prodigy.
After all, this guy's talent was heaven-defying, and most importantly, he wielded urea bags and nuclear bombs as his innate weapons, making him unforgettable.
"Don't believe me?"
Chen Shu raised an eyebrow. The spatial rabbit on his shoulder moved its eyes and tossed a bottle of gray potion.
"Holy crap!"
Upon seeing the potion bottle, the surrounding soldiers hastily retreated about ten meters, their eyes filled with vigilance.
In a way, this guy's danger level far exceeded that of the fierce beasts.
"We believe! We believe!"
The commander nodded quickly. This was within the defensive line, and if it were detonated by a nuclear bomb, it would immediately become a breakthrough point for the fierce beasts.
"That's good then."
Chen Shu nodded and put away the fake nuclear bomb potion in his hand.
"Your strength must be immense now..."
The commander's expression was one of surprise as he recalled Chen Shu's fierce display just moments ago.
And most importantly, just by looking at Chen Shu, he felt as if his life and death were in the other's hands.
If a conflict were to truly erupt, he would likely be the first to be instantly killed!
"Barely."
Chen Shu smiled slightly. Since the other party didn't understand, he didn't need to explain in detail.
"Jeno, escort Mr. Chen Shu to the Beast Tamer Association of China!"
The commander looked at a soldier in the distance, showing no sign of negligence.
The combat power Chen Shu had displayed had indeed awed them.
"Yes!"
Jeno stepped forward. Having served for many years, his psychological resilience was already quite strong, but standing before the world's top formidable figure, he still felt a bit intimidated.
The commander said with a smile:
"Mr. Chen Shu, your associates... er... compatriots, are all waiting at the Beast Tamer Association."
"???"
Chen Shu's expression stiffened. Was that really a slip of the tongue?
He gave the commander a deep look and said no more. Actually, it didn't seem entirely wrong...
The commander's heart trembled, but he still braced himself and said:
"Could you please put this sphere away? Given the current special circumstances, internal management will be a bit strict."
"No problem."
Chen Shu nodded and returned the slime to his beast-taming space.
He had no intention of antagonizing Yorli Province; he simply wanted to complete his mission.
Chen Shu and Zhang Dali entered the defensive line together, with the spatial rabbit by his side. He certainly couldn't put away all his contracted spirits.
Soldier Jeno glanced at him but said nothing.
The three passed through checkpoint after checkpoint, and after half an hour, they officially entered Yorli Province.
...
In the main command room of Yorli Province, three people were gathered, seemingly discussing something amongst themselves.
These three were the strongest individuals in the entire province, all King-level Beast Tamers. It was precisely because of their presence that the city had been able to hold out for so long.
Originally, Yorli Province only had one King-level Beast Tamer.
However, as other cities were breached, the strong individuals naturally fled here.
This was also why the Free Alliance, despite suffering successive defeats, was gradually able to defend its territory. It was because the strong individuals rarely perished, and their ability to save themselves was second to none.
"I've called you two here today to discuss the situation with the fierce beasts," a man in Watcher uniform said solemnly.
If Chen Shu were present, he would undoubtedly recognize this person: it was Dori of the Free Alliance!
During the world competition, something went wrong. Chen Shu was ambushed by people from the Holy Beast Association, causing the competition platform to be delayed in its opening.
When Qin Tian and others tried to forcefully break it open, they were obstructed by Dori.
Enraged, Qin Tian consumed a pill and instantly annihilated one of Dori's King-level contracted spirits!
"What about the fierce beasts?"
An old man wearing golden robes slightly opened his eyes and asked calmly.
Jones hailed from the Dark Angel family of Yorli Province. The family had a history spanning hundreds of years and was considered the foremost power in the region.
As the patriarch of the family, he was naturally the top expert in the area and the former commander of Yorli Province.
However, with the arrival of Dori the Watcher, Jones voluntarily handed over authority and stepped down from his position.
Dori spoke, "According to intelligence from the front lines, all high-level fierce beasts have disappeared!"
"Hmm? What do you mean?"
Jones's expression faltered as he said, "Could they be preparing for another plan?"
He, however, felt no panic, having already prepared to lead his family to flee.
He was willing to relinquish his authority not out of altruism, but because he had assessed the situation.
Power was now a hot potato; if anything were to happen, his Dark Angel family would be the one to bear the brunt.
But if Dori were to serve as the overall commander, Jones would have the energy to arrange his family's escape route.
Dori shook his head and said, "I'm not sure, but according to the intelligence, they seem to have all returned to the sea..."
"Could they have retreated?!"
Another King-level expert's expression jolted, his eyes filled with excitement!
This was indeed great news!
"How is that possible?"
Jones glanced at him indifferently and said, "If they truly retreated, wouldn't the other fierce beasts retreat as well?"
"According to my speculation, either the high-level fierce beasts have returned to the sea to handle matters, or they are plotting some conspiracy."
In fact, no matter how wildly they speculated, they would never have imagined:
They had gone back to deal with their excrement...