Chapter 350: Chapter 350: Showdown Between the New World and the Old World!

The Light Shield man instantly gathered his energy. He wasn't lacking in combat experience - this was pure instinct.

But the moment he tried to block, he sensed something was terribly wrong. Without hesitation, he pushed all his shields forward while retreating backward.

His bad premonition was correct.

Crack!

Amid the violent explosion, the axe strike seemed utterly ordinary yet shattered all the light shields before him completely - even more effectively than Hell's Roar had earlier.

Watching his defenses explode instantly, he froze momentarily before hastily continuing his retreat. More light shields formed and pushed forward as he focused entirely on defense, having no strength left for counterattacks.

Swinging his Extreme Path Battle-Axe, Lu Ce gave his opponent no breathing room. The axe whistled through the air like a hurricane, driving the man into continuous retreat.

Within just a few exchanges, their battle had turned into a chase - one pursuing, one fleeing.

The axe's gale-force winds merely brushed against surrounding bricks and stones, yet tore them up like peeling skin. During his frantic retreat, the opponent accidentally bumped into something resembling a water valve by the roadside.

The scene was almost too pitiful to watch. From a distance, Long Jiu couldn't help but facepalm.

Tsk... If you're this weak, why were you acting so tough earlier?

He didn't recognize this guy... Probably wasn't even top-tier back in the day. So why all the big talk?

With skills like these, you shouldn't be boasting about being part of the underwater forces, should you?

......

Boom!

Another earth-shaking impact. The golden great axe smashed through thirty layers of light shields. Lu Ce relied solely on his own strength and the axe's power, growing fiercer with each strike.

But his opponent's light shields belonged to the "mage" category - the more one used them, the weaker they became. Now the shields were forming slower and dimmer, clearly nearing their limit.

The light green mask that had initially shown excitement now revealed disappointment.

"Heh."

"Seems you're not the big fish I was looking for."

As the great axe rose again, genuine terror and the sense of impending death flashed in his opponent's eyes. The man suddenly shouted:

"This man's gone mad! Corrupted by the game's power!"

"Everyone, help me!"

This desperate plea completely contradicted his earlier bravado - after all his big talk, he was now begging for assistance.

His behavior drew contempt. Even his own allies in the crowd hesitated, uncertain whether to intervene. But having come this far, there was no turning back.

Moments later, consensus was reached through their earpieces.

It seemed this person could only be treated as an enemy now!

Unnoticed by most, several formidable auras began emerging from the crowd. Though not numerous, veteran players could immediately tell - these were unfamiliar faces.

Simultaneously, many who had crossed the ocean together had their eyes turn gold before standing up to form a semicircular encirclement. Among them were members of opposing factions who had also come for the East Sea Debate event.

"The strongest in name aren't truly the strongest."

"The hidden powers of this world will gradually reveal themselves to all."

"This world hasn't reached the point where one man can do as he pleases."

"We bear the mission of protecting the world from the shadows. At critical moments, it's our duty to stop those who act recklessly - like now."

These newly emerged "veteran players" with formidable auras began lecturing. They now wore voluminous robes concealing their faces. Though speaking Chinese, their accents sounded awkward at times.

Their words seemed directed not just at Lu Ce, but at everyone present.

Being no ordinary people, the island's attendees didn't descend into panic or chaos. But frowns appeared everywhere as people sensed something amiss.

"This world..."

"HAHAHAHA!" Just as everyone watched coldly, unsure of the situation, roaring laughter interrupted the speakers.

Sun rose from his chair, his flaming armor blazing intensely as he regarded these strange newcomers he didn't recognize.

"What fucking 'in name' and 'in shadow' nonsense."

"Whoever invented this stupid rhetoric - that the visible powers are all weak while the truly powerful hide in shadows - must be mentally deficient."

"He may not be the absolute strongest, but you relics dug up from who-knows-which coffin - isn't your sweeping generalization a bit much?"

"Who's strong, who's weak - need we debate?"

"How convenient... since everyone's already here!"

"The East Sea Debate - you think I came here today for fucking sightseeing?!"

By the end, the three-meter-tall flame giant was bellowing, clearly ready for battle. Scorching heat waves began rolling across the beach.

The newcomers froze - this reaction was unexpected!

Wait, how's this your business? Wasn't this supposed to be everyone ganging up on "Sin"?

And logically, given "Sin's" reputation, shouldn't everyone want to see him besieged?

But clearly, someone like Sun was beyond their predictions. Their condescending speech, meant to promote their faction, had clearly offended him.

Before they could react, another stood up - Perfect Life, who said with a smile:

"Indeed, what an honor to witness so many hidden masters in this world."

"Underwater experts... heh."

"Why stay underwater? How about letting me experience your skills today?"