Chapter 1597: Chapter 1597

"Report, we’ve encountered the enemy, the front line has engaged the enemy." Suddenly, the sound of alarms echoed.

Upon hearing this, the commander couldn’t help but stand up abruptly. "An encounter with the enemy? Excellent! Wipe them out for me!"

"No, something’s wrong. Our Starry Sky Transformed Beasts are ambushed and under attack." ᴛhis chapter is ᴜpdated by 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹·𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑒·𝗇𝗲𝘁

"Those things have tough skin and thick flesh—how could they possibly be afraid of an attack? Locate the target and eliminate them!"

At that moment, a communications officer urgently reported, "Commander, the recent sneak attack has dealt severe damage to ten of our Starry Sky Transformed Beasts. Current combat efficiency has dropped by approximately 60%-70%."

"Such a high percentage? Are they crippled or something?" The commander’s face twisted in anger and confusion.

Just then, an analyst at the forefront shouted, "We’re not sure what weapons the enemy has deployed, but the Starry Sky Transformed Beasts’ flesh has begun separating from their technological weapon systems. Most of the weapons are now uncontrollable."

So that’s how it is. Everyone understood—the greatest strength of the Starry Sky Transformed Beasts lies in their technological weapons.

Without these enhancements, why even bother modifying them? It’d be more effective to send out a regular Starry Sky Beast for combat. After all, modifying something of this scale costs an astronomical amount of resources and wealth. The most crucial factor is the rare core materials required, which are incredibly scarce by nature.

"Unbelievable. Order the damaged Starry Sky Transformed Beasts to hold the enemy back at all costs. Have the other rear-line Starry Sky Transformed Beasts launch a saturation strike. I want them to realize that technological power reigns supreme!"

The orders were issued, and the Starry Sky Transformed Beasts began their advance, targeting Du You.

Meanwhile, Du You noticed the opponent opening their mouths, unleashing a terrifying beam of light straight toward him.

Though startled initially, Du You quickly brushed it off—it wasn’t that surprising. After all, the Starry Sky Beasts’ greatest strength lies in their physical bodies. Once in close proximity, they could even dismantle a stellar fortress.

Yet, the Starry Sky Beasts lack long-range offensive capability and must close the distance to attack effectively. This flaw explains why Starry Sky Beasts aren’t the undisputed rulers of this world. Their massive size and life signals are impossible to hide, easily detected from great distances.

Once discovered, a Starry Sky Beast’s odds of triumphing against a stellar fortress of equivalent tier barely reach 10%.

Most major disasters caused by Starry Sky Beasts occur under two conditions: the beasts are in deep hibernation, encased in a stony exterior to mask their presence, eluding detection; or the creature happens to descend upon densely populated areas or regions without stellar fortresses. These scenarios result in catastrophic devastation.

Du You activated his Yuan Power Shield to block the incoming attack effortlessly. Without hesitation, he began summoning his Summoned Beasts. Not all of them—he decided to call forth only three for now.

A Heavenly Disaster Demonic Dog, large and imposing after being magnified; a black-scaled Dark Dragon; and finally, a towering Death Gorilla.

These three were all close-range combat specialists, and the enemy’s carefully organized formation was swiftly thrown into chaotic disarray.

Back inside the stellar fortress, everyone within the command center stared wide-eyed at the battle footage, their faces full of disbelief.

"How is this even possible? Our energy beams might not be the most destructive weapons, but they’re still rated as tier-seven attacks! How could the opponent fend them off so easily—and with such ease?"

"Report, Commander! Earlier, our Star Compression Cannon was also neutralized by similar defensive tactics from the opponent."

"I know! I’m not blind! But the real question is—how is such an immense energy surge being mobilized instantaneously by that individual?"

Their energy beams appeared to fire at burst speed, but in reality, the Starry Sky Beast had begun gathering power prior to opening its jaws. Though relatively weaker in impact, the beams fired rapidly—but required at least five minutes or more to charge fully.

After one discharge, a cooling-off period must ensue; continuous firing would harm the beasts themselves.

Yet, these tier-seven entities seemed capable of unleashing successive strikes almost instantaneously, with negligible preparation time. This bewildered the Blood-colored Empire and left them dumbfounded.

None among them could unravel this enigma—even more so given their empire’s technological prowess. Despite boasting powerful infrastructure, they had yet to produce individuals capable of demonstrating tier-seven combat caliber.

"Quick! Check that thing over there. What... What is that?! Is it... Is it a Starry Sky Beast?! How could anything be this enormous?!" Suddenly, someone screamed, their voice cracking in astonishment.

The screen depicted a gargantuan lifeform resembling a celestial-sized asteroid. Even the Starry Sky Beasts appeared pitiful and powerless in its shadow.

This behemoth’s silhouette betrayed its origins—it was unmistakably canine, albeit improbably mutated. It was, undeniably, a dog.

Starry Sky Beasts typically develop rounded or spherical bodies suitable for survival in interplanetary environments. This entity, with its distinctively elongated shape, stood apart—and this anomaly deeply unsettled its observers.

As for the other two smaller creatures beside it, the operators surprisingly paid them less attention. Both were diminutive compared to the Starry Sky Transformed Beasts. However, their appearance belied their lethality.

Under their vigilant gaze, the Death Gorilla advanced first, unleashing a Land Shield to barricade the Starry Sky Transformed Beasts.

The Heavenly Disaster Demonic Dog leapt forward next, swiping at its foes mightily. Though unable to instantly obliterate the group, it effortlessly batted the beasts aside like toys. At this rate, it was clear that the Transformed Beasts wouldn’t endure long. To exacerbate matters, the Heavenly Disaster Demonic Dog’s defenses proved nearly impenetrable, its wounds regenerating at alarming speed.

As frantic analysts calculated unceasingly in the background, viable solutions seemed unattainable.

Meanwhile, Du You watched the unfolding chaos with visible delight, strategically deploying Shadow Spirit Light Balls and intermittently casting Disintegration Spells as supplementary attacks. If this pattern continued, it was clear these Starry Sky Beasts would soon face total annihilation.

"Perfect! This should give me enough experience points to elevate my territory to tier-seven."

Once the territory reached tier-seven, Du You wouldn’t need to worry anymore. With tier-seven-grade guardians ensuring its defense, even in his absence, no force could hope to overcome his domain. That much he firmly believed.

As he contemplated his plans, the first Starry Sky Transformed Beast finally succumbed under pressure, collapsing entirely. The Heavenly Disaster Demonic Dog charged in, sinking its teeth into the beast’s flank and tearing it cleanly in half.