Following the hiss of the signal, the Sector Protection Machine was activated. It was the final activation.
The people saw a not-so-bright red ball of light appear from the hole in the wall.
The ball of light was very fast. It only took half a second for it to land on the ground.
Right after it landed, the ball of light cracked open and formed a semicircle that covered a certain area.
Then, without a sound, the semicircle turned black. It was so dark that it seemed like it could absorb all light.
It felt like the whole world was cut into pieces.
A few seconds later, the black veil faded away, catching the people off guard.
Then, the people saw the land that was shrouded by the black veil become clean. The flames, smoke, and broken bodies were all gone. The Steel-Armored Rats were gone.
The cleanliness and quietness were terrifying. This was the power of the Sector Protection Machine's ultimate weapon after it was activated!
The ultimate weapon was jokingly called the 'Scavenger' by some people.
As long as one was within its killing range and within the range of its destructive power, there would be no deviation and it would kill everything cleanly.
After the joke, there was also a kind of fear. At the center of a nuclear explosion, there would be a shadow left behind after the massacre.
However, the ultimate weapon was able to do it without leaving a single trace.
It would not explode, nor would it dazzle the eyes, nor would it emit a deafening noise. It was also not like thousands of bullets were fired.
The ultimate weapon of the old civilization did not have any of the characteristics that it had when it attacked.
But so what?
It was just the ultimate weapon of the small Sector Protection Machine! It was made according to a secret blueprint that was circulated around the world.
However, even if it was made, no one knew how it worked. What kind of power did it rely on to attack?
The real ultimate weapon of the Sector Protection Machine was not just this powerful. The way it attacked was even stranger. It was said that the largest Sector Protection Machine could easily destroy a safety city.
However, the ultimate weapon of the old civilization would only destroy animals. Plants would remain unscathed and buildings would not be affected at all.
Some people even said that it was a mockery of the old civilization's weapon.
Why? The destruction brought by the old civilization's weapon was irreversible from a certain aspect. It was destroying civilization and the foundation of survival.
In other words, the ultimate weapon of the old civilization was' I only want to destroy you '.
No matter what, the emergence of super technology itself was a mystery, and it was not surprising that weapons completely overturned the existence of the old civilization.
To be able to witness the final activation of the City-Protecting Machine in one's lifetime was a fortunate thing for most people.
Even if it was in the virtual space, it was the lowest level Sector Protection Machine.
After all, the Sector Protection Machine was still a weapon. Similar to the nuclear bombs of the old civilization, it was not something that could be easily used.
After enjoying the scene, the crowd finally realized where Tang Ling was. Was Tang Ling killed by the ultimate weapon?
Then, they saw a bloody man sitting on the edge of the city wall.
At this moment, the city wall, which had experienced two consecutive battles, revealed a strange vicissitude. After the baptism of blood and fire, this moment of tranquility actually revealed an indescribable warmth.
The sun had finally set. Even though it still carried the unique red of Iron-Blooded City, it was still as mesmerizing as ever.
It was just like the night breeze that would blow during the setting sun.
The light gently sprinkled on the bloody man's body. The wind blew through his hair.
He looked very weak and could not even sit properly. He had to lean against the wall to stand up.
Maybe it was intentional, but the camera suddenly zoomed in on the bloody man's face. Even though his face was a mess of blood, the crowd could easily recognize that it was Tang Ling.
His eyes and brows were still delicate with a natural shyness that could not be erased. He looked very calm as if he had forgotten that he was in the Hell Ledge Challenge. He said softly, "Victory."
His tone was very indifferent, yet it was as if it was a matter of course. The youth's pride and determination were condensed in these three short words.
However, it gave everyone in the room an infinite shock!
Victory! He had wanted victory from the very beginning, and he achieved it! He was still the miracle kid!
The image on the screen suddenly disappeared at this moment, turning into darkness.
The Hell Ledge Challenge started at 10 am and lasted for almost eight hours before it finally ended.
The crowd was silent.
The challenge was exciting and unforgettable! Just watching it was enough to leave a mark in one's life.
Especially after Tang Long and Tang Ling appeared.
Both of them were late. Their time plus the time they spent in the resting lounge added up to less than two hours.
He had to thank them for the continuous shocks he had received in the past two hours.
Some of them stood up and wanted to applaud.
It was at that moment that the Simpering Pierrot's voice came from the crowd. This time, he did not sound exaggerated. Instead, he sounded a little desolate and calm after the challenge. "Stage 18, Guard the Bloody City. As the first stage of the Hell Ledge Challenge, it's also the only difficult one. Now, the results of the two challengers are out.
To show my respect, I'll announce the results myself. "
As he spoke, the Simpering Pierrot snapped his fingers. On the giant boulder with ten screens and all the rankings, both the screens and the rankings disappeared.
All that was left was a giant light screen with Tang Long's results written on it.
"Tang Long, stage 18, Guard the Bloody City, held his ground for a long time … Killed enemies … Rating: S!" The Simpering Pierrot announced Tang Long's results loudly.
At this moment, everyone stood up and began to applaud enthusiastically.
Some of the more sensitive girls even had tears in their eyes. This was definitely a history-making moment. Finally, someone who was still a Purple Moon Warrior had cleared all 18 stages of the Hell Ledge Challenge. After all, other than the 18th stage, all the others got an SSS rating.
He was a dazzling star that not even the darkness could wipe out his radiance.
He was the No.1 Teenager, Tang Long.
Amid the tide-like applause, the screen changed again.
The image on the monolith changed again. Word by word, Tang Ling's result appeared.
"Tang Ling, stage 18, Guard the Bloody City, wiped out all enemies. Defense mission completed perfectly! Rating: SSS! " The Simpering Pierrot's voice suddenly turned frantic. Even he could not help but cheer when he announced the results.
When the crowd heard about this result, they also went crazy. At this moment, how could there only be applause? There were also screams of excitement and uncontrollable sobs.
What kind of miracle was this?! Tang Ling cleared all 18 stages with an SSS rating.
Especially the last stage, it made the crowd forget that he was challenging a stage. Instead, they saw a real soldier defending Iron-Blooded City with his life.
His clean smile at that moment infected everyone. His victory at the end gave many people a glimmer of hope in this dark and oppressive era.
"Tang Ling!" Some of the young geniuses could not help but cheer loudly. The cheers soon turned into a tidal wave as many young geniuses shouted Tang Ling's name. Tang Ling!
The king of the Hell Ledge Challenge had appeared. His performance convinced the arrogant young geniuses from the bottom of their hearts.
Their gazes at the exit of the Hell Ledge Challenge had an extra tinge of admiration.
The East, South, West, West, and North Warriors were the quietest among the cheers. Looking at the tidal wave of enthusiasm, something in their hearts softened.
"Regardless, I'm impressed by his performance in stage 18," said Beiqi Gullit. His voice was soft but sonorous.
He was not being pretentious. It was because of everyone's support that he behaved that way.
He also did not want to compromise just because Tang Ling was stronger than him.
It was Tang Ling's final battle that truly moved him. When Tang Ling sent the newbies away and dashed down the wall alone, Beiqi Gullit had a thought that he did not want to admit.
Bei Qi had a thought that he didn't want to admit. Perhaps, following this kid was a good choice?
Xi Feng had always been a thorn in Beiqi's side, but after Beiqi's words, she agreed with him. "He's like a man."
Xi Feng was a hot-tempered person. She never cared about looks, strength, influence, or wealth in her opinion of men. She only cared about how men should behave like men.
Her comment about Tang Ling being like a man was almost the highest compliment Xi Feng could give him.
After he heard what Xi Feng said, Nan Yu coughed a few times before he said, "He must be like a man to be admired."
He did not mention who admired him, which meant that the admiration came from himself.
It was the first time that three of the East, South, West, and North Warriors did not reject Tang Ling. Instead, they admired him from the bottom of their hearts.
Dong Yang did not say anything. As a matter of fact, Tang Ling's performance moved him as well. He really wanted to praise Tang Ling, but he chose to be conservative.
However, he still chose to be conservative and remain silent. Amidst the waves of heat, he only said one sentence, "Let's wait and see the outcome of the Arena of Life and Death."
His words were enough to extinguish the softening of the East, South, West, and North Warriors.
Even if they agreed with their elders and followed Tang Ling, it would be meaningless.
Tang Long might have lost to Tang Ling in the Hell Ledge Challenge, but it was not because of his strength. Instead, it was because of something that would not affect their duel.
Because of the Hell Ledge Challenge, it exposed the fact that Tang Ling was weaker than Tang Long.
Even if they did not think Tang Ling would lose in the Life Or Death Ring, they did not think Tang Ling could win either.
Comparing the two emotions, not thinking Tang Ling would lose was just being emotional. How could the Miracle Kid lose? Would he create miracles one after another?
Not thinking Tang Ling would be the rational one because it was a fact that Tang Long was powerful. If Tang Ling could not win, he would die.
The thought of Tang Ling dying inevitably stirred a strange emotion in the East, South, West, and North Warriors' hearts.
They had never interacted with Tang Ling before, so they did not have any feelings for him.
However, they had heard of his name since they were young and were asked to follow him. Then, they saw Tang Ling in the flesh and expressed their admiration for his performance.
No matter what, the death of a man like Tang Ling would not leave them untouched, would they?
**
Han Xing's eyes shone brightly. When he saw Tang Ling's result on the giant rock, he could not help but feel proud from the bottom of his heart.
He carried his sword in his hand and looked like a fool.
However, his sparkling eyes, the smile on his face, and the dimples on his cheeks made him look a little cute.
He did not care about the cheers from the crowd. He felt like he could see Tang Ling leading an army of thousands on the battlefield one day.
As for himself, he was the number one general who was respected by tens of thousands of people standing beside him.
"Hehe." It was possible. Tang Ling led a few newbies in Iron-Blooded City like a great marshal.
"What are you laughing at? You look like a Harsheen boar. "Ro Li tapped Han Xing's shoulder.
The King Kong loli was very proud of himself. He was already a dark horse and many people greeted him, but he went around telling everyone that he was the number one follower of Tang Ling.
Although it was an unintentional action, he made his stand clear in front of the public. Some of the people with ulterior motives started to plot against him.
"No, Harsheen Boar is my brother's nickname. I'm not qualified. You know that." Han Xing smiled wickedly.
Perhaps it was because he had interacted with Han Xing for a long time, but Ro Li was stunned when he heard that. Then, he laughed as well.
Regardless, the Hell Ledge Challenge had ended.
The Simpering Clown had to finish his job amidst the continuous and enthusiastic cheers of the crowd.
"Alright, I can understand everyone's enthusiasm this time. However, shouldn't we invite the Twin Prides who have passed the 18th stage and set a new record? "The Simpering Pierrot said loudly." That's right.
The crowd became even more excited.
The Simpering Pierrot continued, "Also, we cannot forget the young geniuses who gave us the most exciting performance! Also, should we personally present the prizes we prepared to them at this time to leave a historic scene? "
As the Simpering Pierrot spoke, a large, exquisitely designed stage appeared on the stage.
Then, in front of the huge stage, a platform with all the prizes placed on it appeared.
"All the young geniuses, the pillars of the future. Please step onto this glorious stage. "The Simpering Pierrot gestured for the young geniuses to step onto the stage.
The young geniuses all smiled as they walked up to the stage one after another.
This moment was undoubtedly a glorious moment! Even though they were not the Twin Prides and did not create such an eye-catching miracle, the Hell Ledge Challenge itself was filled with all sorts of miracles, such as clearing the 9th stage together and setting a new record for the number of people who cleared the Bronzemen Alley.
It was a miracle that everyone worked together to create.
"Now, let's welcome the Twin Prides. We're closing the Hell Ledge Challenge. Do you want to stay in there forever? "The Simpering Pierrot jokingly reminded the crowd that Tang Long and Tang Ling had appeared.
The crowd laughed in return.
In the resting lounge.
Tang Long sat up straight as he watched Tang Ling clear the stage in silence.
Tang Ling persisted until the very end, even to the point where his body was crushed, but he still lost?
How did he lose? Hmm, there were a lot of reasons why he lost. However, it was not his strength.
This feeling … Tang Long reached out his left hand, then his right, and clenched his fist.
The light that was projected on his palm slipped through the gaps of his fingers and shone on his fist. A cold smile appeared on Tang Long's face.
It felt like he wished for the light to be in his hand, but he could not catch it.
It slipped through the gaps of his fingers and reappeared on his fist, but could he hit it with his fist?
It was a disgusting feeling. Tang Long held back the sweetness in his throat, but wasn't everything about Tang Ling the same?
Tang Ling had the chance to crush Tang Ling, but his hopes were shattered time and time again, yet he refused to disappear! Just like now …
Higan left because of Tang Ling. She came back and left again, but there was still hope, right? Higan only disappeared and did not choose Tang Ling.
Was it a form of self-consolation? Tang Long stood up and tidied his collar, lapel, and sleeves.
He was still in his white uniform, looking handsome and elegant.
The Life Or Death Ring had yet to begin, but even if hope was like a shadow, it still existed.
Since it existed, he had no reason to let it go.
Now, he had to be fine and show up proudly, right? Tang Long pursed his lips and walked out of the resting lounge.
**
I won.
Tang Ling sat in the resting lounge with his legs crossed. Although all the wounds were gone, the pain was still there, but he could not care less.
However, Tang Ling did not care anymore. Just like the people's cheers echoed in the resting lounge and the Simpering Pierrot's announcement about his glory, he did not care anymore.
He was busy calculating how much money he had won.
Haha! 100 Black Sea coins for me to clear all the stages with an SSS rating. According to the rules of gambling, the odds would keep changing and would only stop after I enter stage 18.
Did it get higher or lower? Tang Ling was a little anxious.
If it got lower, he would not let it go! After all, stage 18 was announced to be so difficult, so if it got lower, it must be on purpose!
It must be on purpose! I'm going to make a scene … Yes, I'm going to make a scene in Darkness Port! If I make a scene as the champion, it should be effective, shouldn't it?
If it got higher, it would be great!
However, would Boss Huang be corrupted? Tang Ling was a little worried.
If the people could see the scene in the resting lounge and saw his ever-changing expression, they might think that something big had happened.
However, if they knew what he was really thinking, they might want to beat him to death.
Tang Ling had always been a troublemaker.
Tang Ling started to worry in the resting lounge. Money was the most important thing to him. He only reacted when the Simpering Pierrot announced that the Hell Ledge Challenge was about to close.
That's right! Let's go! I'm going to claim my prize!
**
All the young geniuses went up to the stage that Darkness Port had prepared for them.
The huge stage was located at the entrance of the Hell Ledge Challenge and it blocked the entrance completely.
The people were waiting for the Prized Twins to appear so that they could witness this historic moment with their own eyes. It would definitely be the most memorable scene of the year.
Ro Xin stood at the back of the stage, in the most secluded corner among all the young geniuses.
Actually, no one excluded her even though she was ranked last. With her medical skills and achievements, she was definitely one of the most popular young geniuses.
However, she had always kept a low profile. If it were not for Han Xing, who was always making a fuss and used her as a front, she would rather not have a sense of existence.
She liked peace and quiet, just like the days in the Ro Empire camp. Even though she was the leader's daughter, she was still the girl who was busy treating the injured in the camp. Even the lowly ones in the camp were treated the same.
Her days were great.
Therefore, she stood there. She did not like crowds.
On top of that, there was another reason why she stood there. It was because this place was the closest to the Hell Ledge Challenge entrance.
She wanted to see Tang Ling as soon as he appeared. Even though she knew Tang Ling would not get hurt in the Hell Ledge Challenge, she had to see him to be at ease.
Did she like him? She did not think so. She had seen how Tang Ling treated Higan … No, there were too many details. She believed that there was no place for her between them.
She was smart and clear-headed.
Nevertheless, it did not stop her from showing more concern for Tang Ling. It was only right and proper.
If one looked back to the past, it would be understandable, right? Tang Ling was a turning point in her life. He had been by her side through life and death, so why couldn't he be more important?
She believed that it was better to face everything with a calm heart.
With all the messy thoughts lingering in his mind, Tang Ling appeared in the challenge passage and sprinted away in a hurry.
Ro Xin could not help but smile when she saw Tang Ling. Her eyes were sparkling just like Han Xing's.
Tang Ling looked up and saw Ro Xin, so he smiled as well. He dashed over like the wind and tapped Ro Xin's shoulder. "I'm rich!"
"Huh?" Ro Xin was stunned. What the hell?
"Oh, right! The prize! Hahaha … "Tang Ling tapped Ro Xin's shoulder again before he sprinted forward.
He did not mean anything else. He just wanted to get a better look at the prize.
"What the hell is this guy doing?" Ro Xin could not help but grumble, but she smiled at the next second.
This is Tang Ling. This is Tang Ling.
After a slight daze, Ro Xin put away her smile and turned around.
It was at that moment that Tang Long appeared in the challenge entrance. It was only 50 meters, but he was almost at the exit in a blink of an eye.
Ro Xin's expression turned cold. She did not hate Tang Long because she did not have a direct grudge against him.
However, Tang Long was a member of the Stardust Council. Plus, he and Tang Ling had been through a lot, so Ro Xin did not have a good impression of him. She even hated him a little.
Therefore, when Tang Long appeared, Ro Xin's expression did not look good. She turned around right away.
However, it was at that moment that she felt a warm sensation on her back.
Out of her sensitive nature, she instinctively turned around.
She turned around and saw Tang Long with his head lowered. Coincidentally, there was a red spot on her back that she could see.
As a healer, she knew it was fresh blood.
Hell Ledge would not get hurt, so why would Tang Long? Ro Xin instinctively muttered, "You?"
Tang Long looked up and met her gaze. His lips were still red, but his eyes were filled with loneliness and sorrow.
Ro Xin was calm. What did Tang Long have to do with her? She did not want to ask anymore, so she turned around.
However, it was at that moment that Tang Long suddenly grabbed her arm. "Don't say anything."
Ro Xin's body froze.
"I'll be grateful to you." Tang Long said in a heavy voice and brushed past her. He had already wiped the blood off the corner of his mouth.
Do I need Tang Long's gratitude? How ridiculous! Ro Xin's expression did not change at all.
It was at that moment.
Suddenly, a voice that wasn't a furious roar resounded, but it was filled with hatred and suppressed rage that caused others to tremble.
"It's you?"
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