The Last King Of Darkness

Chapter 1808 - 827: Passing the Torch (Part 4)

More strong individuals are always better for humans, as humanity’s strength lies in the fact that such new forces are continually emerging.

Even if the old generation has withered away, new sprouts will break through the ashes.

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After everyone left the Holy Fire Sacrificial Ground, Rod purposely stayed behind.

Qingyu leaned against the throne, her expression uncertain, her thoughts elsewhere.

Indeed, she has something on her mind.

Rod thought.

In the Dream Realm, Asa chuckled: "This person seems ambitious; she’s worried that when the king returns, her power will be divided. Master, you must be careful, you’re also one of those power-dividing nails in front of her."

"Shut up!"

Rod shouted. He knew very well that Qingyu was not like that; she had no desire for power or strength. If it weren’t for her mission and responsibilities pushing her to this position, she wouldn’t even want to be the King of Trolian.

The Book of Knowledge flipped through its pages, knowing what its master was thinking, and reminded: "Master, based on my understanding of humans, those without apparent desires often hide immense ones; you must be cautious."

Rod said nothing and approached the throne.

Qingyu was startled by his footsteps and lifted her eyes. Upon seeing him, her face revealed a faint smile.

"Oh, it’s young Rod. Do you have something on your mind? By the way, Dalin told me your Phantom is quite the unprecedented genius Commander. He believes it’s impossible for you to possess such wisdom and experience. He wanted me to ask if this is your ability. I refuted him, saying there’s no way young Rod is a fool."

Rod’s face twitched, clearly indicating Dalin’s original words likely had references to Rod being a fool.

Alright, I’ve remembered you.

Once I save the world, I’ll declare "Dalin" should universally translate to "fool."

Rod adjusted his mood and asked solemnly: "Qingyu, I’ve noticed you’re worried; what’s the reason? Can you tell me?"

Qingyu’s expression instantly turned gloomy, and after a moment of silence, she said: "Young Rod, since you’ve noticed, I’ll tell you."

"The king may have already fallen."

Rod was shocked: "What are you saying? How can this be? Didn’t the king say he was dormant within the Holy Fire to recover? Once he’s well, Trolian will welcome an unprecedented dual kingship!"

Qingyu shook her head gently, her expression desolate.

"Young Rod, think carefully, is that really possible?"

"The Holy Fire can only have one resonator, it can’t resonate with two people at once. Throughout history, the Holy Fire has always had only one Guardian, never two simultaneously. If the king truly had such an incredible discovery, we would have heard news quite early. But, we haven’t seen the slightest hint, and the king suddenly told us there could be dual kings."

Rod’s expression darkened entirely, and Qingyu’s words were correct. Now that he thought about it, the king’s last words seemed more like a form of comfort.

But he refused to believe this outcome and asked, "How do you know?"

Qingyu said softly: "Actually, I noticed it long ago. The king’s power has completely merged into the Holy Fire, even the throne of the Source Heavenly God is entrusted to the Holy Fire. Not only that, the king’s Source Law, the king’s potential, the king’s Spirit, the king’s soul, have all merged into the Holy Fire, and they are slowly approaching me, gradually being available for my use. If human life inherits the Soul Ripple of ancient strongmen, then I, have inherited the king’s Ripple."

It was only at this moment that Rod realized why Qingyu could complete seven rounds of High Rank Ascension Ceremony in succession. If this was due to the king’s blessing, it was hard to understand. Could the king lend Qingyu strength, and also lend her potential?

It turns out the king had long become Firewood, burning away the last shred of soul, transferring all power to Qingyu.

Clearly, the bizarre Ancestor’s strike brought the king to the brink of death, with no trace of life remaining. To prevent everyone from worrying, he used the words dormant and dual kingship to deceive them.

However, in reality, he went to great lengths to preserve his power, transferring as much as possible to the next king.

From ashes, fire passes.

At this moment, Rod’s heart suddenly felt an intense ache.

He found it difficult to accept that such a father-like figure had gone so far away from them.

He found it difficult to accept they had no chance for a final farewell.

"No."

At that moment, a doll’s voice suddenly appeared in his mind.

"Perhaps there’s still a chance."

"The king may be reborn in the Dream Realm."

"Even without any remains, the Eternal Square can condense his trail. As a special statue is born, he will have a sliver of life."

"I remember, a complete Dream Realm can use [Eternal Dream], in the Eternal Square, to thoroughly resurrect a statue."

"Its cost is high, but not unacceptable."

"Master, as long as the Dream Realm is fully restored, perhaps the dual kingship of Trolian is not just an empty promise."