The Decisive Battle Arena

In the Slaughterhouse hall, Nuolanshan watched Luo Feng and the two others leave, his eyes cold and sinister. The two bald cosmic mercenaries from the North Dragon City organization walked over. Among them, Instructor Kunxi chuckled, "Mr. Nuolanshan, those three—Luo Feng and the others—are just little guys, not worth getting angry over! If Mr. Nuolanshan is displeased, just find an opportunity to eliminate him physically in reality!" "Right, Mr. Nuolanshan, I think we should head into the Decisive Battle Arena first," another bald cosmic mercenary urged. "Wait a moment," Nuolanshan said coldly, turning to look at Buleimu and He Ruo nearby. "You two, come here." "Us?" He Ruo, the pale-skinned, red-haired youth, and Buleimu, the burly dark-skinned man, exchanged glances, their hearts trembling with fear. A powerful figure, whom even the two instructors had to humor, was calling for them? It would be far too easy to crush them. He Ruo felt a bitter taste in his mouth: "Luo Feng, oh Luo Feng, you've really gotten us into trouble!" "Greetings, sir," He Ruo and Buleimu said respectfully. "Whatever Mr. Nuolanshan asks, you answer," Instructor Kunxi barked. "Yes, sir," the two replied respectfully. "I'm asking you," Nuolanshan said, looking at the two. "What is Luo Feng's Virtual Universe Network ID?" He Ruo and Buleimu paused slightly, hesitating for a moment. But seeing the two Cosmic-level instructors and a 'Giant Axe' title-holder before them, they lowered their heads, exchanged glances, and finally He Ruo whispered, "Sir, Luo Feng's virtual network ID is..." He Ruo then recited a long string of numbers. "Hm," Nuolanshan said after listening, then turned and left. The two bald cosmic mercenaries quickly followed. ... Milky Way Galaxy, Earth. The West Lake Villa had been rebuilt, and Luo Feng had even custom-ordered a higher-grade D1-level castle in the cosmos. This entire castle also served as the central control center for the planetary defense and alert system. All the numerous alert satellites and defensive military systems throughout the Solar System were under its ultimate control. Inside the castle, on the seventh-floor planetary control room. "Master." "At the wormhole in the virtual region, three groups have already entered. The first group is a D3-level spaceship, the second is a D1-level spaceship, and the third is a C8-level spaceship." Luo Feng stood in the central control room of Earth's defense and alert system. Before him was a massive floating screen, divided into three displays, each showing a cosmic spaceship. This sight made Luo Feng frown slightly, pondering for a moment. "These three groups should be from three different factions." "Based on the spaceship tiers, their strength can be judged. The first group is very likely 'Cosmic-level powerhouses,' the second group consists of elite Star-level or Cosmic-level individuals, and the third group is almost certainly a Star-level team." Luo Feng quickly made his assessment. Ever since he applied to become Earth's lord, the method to reach Earth—entering through a 'wormhole' and then undertaking a two-year and eight-month interstellar journey—was known to the empire. This method was certainly known to the Empire. Therefore, it was within Luo Feng's expectations that other forces would dispatch reconnaissance teams. ... "Luo Feng, you have a new email on the Virtual Universe Network." "Oh, connect to the Virtual Universe." On Black Dragon Mountain Island, in Nine Star Bay, there were many large, luxurious residences, either by the bay or nestled against the low, rolling hills. Each household built according to their own preferences. Luo Feng, Hong, and Lei Shen had purchased a plot of land by the bay, and their buildings were primarily wooden. "Young Master, that move was truly beautiful." "Second Young Master, now's the time to kick." "Uncle Meng Er, when can I enter the inner sect?" "Soon, just practice a bit more." In front of a three-story wooden house, two youths from the Black Meng clan were teaching Luo Feng's two children, Pingping and Xiaohai. When Luo Feng suddenly appeared, both children looked over in surprise: "Dad!" Luo Ping and Luo Hai, under Babata's arrangement, had been specifically sent into a virtual game. It was a virtual game with auxiliary teaching effects, allowing them to learn naturally while playing. In terms of body exertion techniques and so on, although they were still children, these two children of his... were many times stronger than he had been when living in a rented apartment. Moreover, Luo Feng had long used some evolutionary treasures on his children. This was common among large families in the cosmos. As a result, Luo Hai and Luo Ping, at only four years old, were already at the 'Intermediate Warrior' level. While astonishing on Earth, it was quite ordinary in the cosmos. "Whose email?" Luo Feng sat on a nearby chair. With a thought, a screen appeared before him, and he quickly brought up an email. "Hm?" "It's an email from Nuolanshan!" Luo Feng was surprised that Nuolanshan knew his Virtual Universe Network ID. Perhaps Nuolanshan knew he wouldn't chat with him, so he simply sent an email. Luo Feng read the long email with interest. It meticulously detailed the dangers of the cosmos, warning Luo Feng of the immense crisis bringing out the 'Mechanical Race spaceship' would cause. Ten birds in the forest are not worth one in hand! The Mechanical Race spaceship was expensive, but if he didn't have a life to spend the money, it was better to exchange it for immediate benefits. "Tsk, tsk, this Nuolanshan is truly wealthy," Luo Feng muttered, looking at the numerous conditions Nuolanshan offered in the email. This time, he wasn't trying to buy Earth, but rather 'co-manage Earth' with Luo Feng. They would form a partnership with equity, Luo Feng holding the majority share and remaining the lord, while the Nuolanshan family would hold the minority. At the same time, the Mechanical Race spaceship would belong to the Nuolanshan family. This way... The Nuolanshan family would still be able to do many things. "Equity partnership? Co-management? They only want the Mechanical Race spaceship?" Luo Feng stroked his chin. "Don't trade it!" "Luo Feng, the Yunmo Star ship is already damaged, and the conditions for repairing it are very strict. But once you become strong enough to get your hands on that Mechanical Race spaceship, you'll be unstoppable!" Babata quickly added, "The Mechanical Race's technological advancement far surpasses human society's. Absolutely do not agree to Nuolanshan's offer. Among Earth's treasures, this Mechanical Race spaceship could be called your future 'trump card' treasure." "I understand," Luo Feng nodded, then deleted the tempting letter that Nuolanshan had meticulously crafted with his subordinates. Just a moment later— "Beep, beep, beep." "Luo Feng, He Ruo and Buleimu are requesting a call." "Connect." Luo Feng swiftly entered the third floor of the nearby wooden house. A screen appeared before him, showing the slender He Ruo and the burly Buleimu. "Luo Feng, we're very sorry, we gave your Virtual Universe Network ID to Nuolanshan. We had no choice. But... just a Virtual Universe Network ID shouldn't have too much of an impact on you, right, Luo Feng?" He Ruo said. Buleimu added, "We just received our summons and are about to depart for the Cosmic Apprentice Mercenary assessment. See you later." "Wish us luck in returning alive," He Ruo also smiled. "Good luck," Luo Feng raised a fist. "Come back alive, and I'll let the matter of leaking my Virtual Universe Network ID slide." "Haha," He Ruo laughed. "Oh, right, Luo Feng, I've noticed you three brothers have been in the Slaughterhouse's Killing Space all this time. If you have a chance, try the 'Decisive Battle Arena'; it's a bit more interesting than the Killing Space." "Decisive Battle Arena?" Luo Feng paused slightly. "Alright, I'll check it out later." ... Earth, managed by Luo Feng, had become an impregnable fortress. Through the slave market, he had purchased 29 Star-level Ninth-tier individuals, who, combined with the 7 surviving Star-level Ninth-tier individuals, formed an elite team of 36. Coupled with the planetary defense system, it could be said that any threat, as long as it wasn't Cosmic-level, could be easily resolved. Luo Feng, Hong, and Lei Shen were all deeply immersed in their respective cultivation. Slaughterhouse. "So this is what the Decisive Battle Arena is like." "Looking at the introduction, it seems quite interesting compared to the Killing Space." Luo Feng and the two others stood before the counter in the Slaughterhouse hall, watching the video introduction on the screen. The Killing Space was designed for a single individual. Inside, various opponents could be simulated, making it the optimal training ground. The Decisive Battle Arena, however, was a place where true warriors dueled each other! The combatants were two real humans, not virtual simulations. Moreover, the consumption cost in the 'Decisive Battle Arena' was only one-tenth of that in the 'Killing Space'. ... "I'm Star-level First-tier, so for now, I can only challenge opponents of the same tier." Luo Feng, Hong, and Lei Shen all sat in a section of the Slaughterhouse hall. Screens appeared before each of them, displaying numerous opponent profiles and their strength. To battle... one needed to send an application, and the opponent had to accept the challenge. "Haha, Sanzi, Big Brother. Look, this person actually calls himself 'Number One Expert,' yet he has 21 wins and 921 losses, and his rating is still one star." In the Decisive Battle Arena, one could choose any name they wished. This was for 'celebrities' and 'important figures' to train while concealing their identities. In such a commercial establishment, if clients had a need, they would naturally provide suitable accommodations. "I can only challenge opponents of the same tier for now?" Luo Feng's gaze swept past ratings from 'none' to 'five stars,' focusing instead on opponents rated 'six stars,' 'seven stars,' and so on. The highest rating in the entire system was nine stars, which unequivocally indicated a super powerhouse within the same tier. "After this past month, the Duntiansuo has reached the fifth level of control." "I'll choose a seven-star opponent and test my skills." Luo Feng formally sent out a challenge application. This was Luo Feng's first time challenging an opponent of the same level and tier. One second, two seconds, one minute, two minutes... "Damn it, I challenged a 'six-star' opponent, and they didn't even reply, completely ignoring me," Lei Shen exclaimed, wide-eyed. "My opponent ignored me too," Luo Feng said helplessly. "Big Brother, what about you?" "Big Brother?" Lei Shen also looked at Hong. Hong rubbed his nose and said in a low voice, "I challenged a Planet-level Ninth-tier 'nine-star' opponent. I felt I should be able to fight him, but... the challenge application was directly rejected. The system notified me that as a nine-star powerhouse, the opponent has permission settings, requiring at least a seven-star rating to challenge them." Luo Feng and Lei Shen blinked. The three brothers... The first time they wanted to spar with someone, they were all looked down upon.