Chapter 116: Three Months

Whether it's a game or a film adaptation, Silent Hill is undoubtedly the pinnacle of horror works.

Especially the film, where various terrifying monsters left a deep impression on the audience.

Triangle Iron Head, in particular, was widely praised by many audiences.

Extremely popular horror blockbuster,

Its strength absolutely surpasses X-rank!

"The Beautiful Alliance is willing to start the defense battle early!"

Charlie's plan is simple and direct,

Taking advantage of the moment when Dragon Nation had just defeated the Triumphant Alliance and was fatigued,

to strike Dragon Nation with a surprise attack!

"Starting early isn't up to you to decide."

"As the attacking side, Dragon Nation also needs preparation time; no one can take advantage."

The Mysterious Judge looked at Zhang Cheng and said, "So, whether to start early, we need to ask Dragon Nation's opinion."

"Early?"

Zhang Cheng smiled faintly; he had already seen through Charlie's intention.

"Hehe, since the Beautiful Alliance is so confident, let's start early!"

"The length of time won't change the Beautiful Alliance's defeat."

Charlie: "……"

"You're putting on an act again, huh."

"Good!"

"Since both sides agree to start early,

"I announce that the second defense battle will commence 24 hours later!"

The Mysterious Judge decided immediately,

Zhang Cheng and Charlie were both left dazed.

"Wait?"

"One day later?"

Charlie asked, "Shouldn't it start now?"

"Start now?"

The Mysterious Judge's face sank, "What nonsense are you talking about?"

"Don't I need to rest?"

"Alright, then, see you in 24 hours, farewell!"

Upon saying that,

the Mysterious Judge's figure vanished without a trace.

Charlie stood bewildered in the wind, finally letting out a sigh.

"Forget it."

"One day is one day!"

"At least it shortened Dragon Nation's preparation time!"

"The advantage……still lies with me!" Charlie said confidently.

Meanwhile,

representatives of other countries are under great pressure.

Pu Linyuan, the person in charge of the Xiao Han Alliance, sat on the rooftop, smoking with a worried frown,

"If the Beautiful Alliance loses, the next battle will be ours."

"I hope they can win; otherwise……"

He lowered his head to look at the city beneath his feet,

his feelings were mixed.

All his hopes now rest on the Beautiful Alliance.

If the Beautiful Alliance is defeated, he really can't think of how to respond to Dragon Nation.

The Xiao Han Republic's summoned creatures……still have no X-rank!

Even if they did, it would be of no use.

"It's too hard; why don't I just jump down now?"

Pu Linyuan had a fleeting thought of suicide.

But when he stood at the edge of the rooftop, about to leap, he ultimately pulled back his foot.

"Forget it, let's wait a bit longer."

"What if the Beautiful Alliance wins?"

"Then I would lose out."

Inside the Great Hero Kingdom,

Meng Lingchuanxi widened his eyes looking at the virtual screen, seeing Dragon Nation's elated appearance, his anger surging to his head,

"Damn……it actually came to this!"

"Even X-rank summoned creatures can't match Dragon Nation; what should our Great Hero Kingdom do?"

If another country were unified by Dragon Nation,

perhaps the common people could still find a way to survive.

But if our Great Hero Kingdom were to lose to the Dragon Nation, that would be the apocalypse—no one would even dare hope to survive!

"These days, opposition to me within the country is growing louder, and some even say I don't deserve to be this leader!"

"They're all a bunch of ungrateful wretches!"

Meng Lingchuanxi gritted his teeth in anger.

Back when our Great Hero Kingdom kept winning on the Divine Demon Combat Arena,

The people of Great Hero Nation not only elected me as Person of the Year,

but also praised me as someone capable of changing Great Hero Nation's history,

and even awarded me Great Hero Nation's Lifetime Honor Medal.

Now, however,

we've lost, we can't beat the Dragon Nation anymore,

these people's attitudes did a complete 180-turn right away,

some even loudly criticize me, saying that if it weren't for me, Great Hero Nation would never have become enemies with the Dragon Nation!

"A bunch of selfish, petty scoundrels!"

"Could it be that mocking the Dragon Nation earlier was something I had you do?"

Meng Lingchuanxi's mindset gradually spiraled out of control.

The immense pressure left him unable to catch his breath,

his spirit was on the verge of collapse,

his eyes turned bloodshot.

"Since you're heartless, don't blame me for being unrighteous!"

Meng Lingchuanxi narrowed his eyes, full of ruthlessness,

"Dragon Nation, you deserve to die."

"The people of Great Hero Nation aren't any better either!"

"If you're opposing me, then don't blame me for using your lives to trade for victory in the defensive war!"

Of course, even if the people of Great Hero Nation don't curse me,

nor verbally condemn me,

I will still resort to ruthless measures.

These words are merely Meng Lingchuanxi's self-consolation for his own cruelty.

Dragon Nation.

Inside the council hall.

"The registration work for the Triumphant Alliance's populace is already complete."

"Next, we will begin restoring and rebuilding its region, according to Dragon Nation's current technological level,"

"it will take roughly three months."

Qin Meng, as usual, was explaining the nation's strategy and plans to everyone.

Zhang Cheng, who had been dozing nearby, was startled into alertness.

Three months?

That fast?

You know, the Triumphant Alliance is a large coalition formed by the Triumphal Empire and other European nations,

covering an area of tens of millions of square kilometers.

If it were other countries,

they might not be able to finish it even after decades!

Three months… they might not even have rebuilt the toilets yet.

One can't help but sigh,

technological progress indeed brings blessings to humanity.

"These are all good news for Dragon Nation."

"Next, I have to tell everyone some bad news!"

Qin Meng suddenly stood up, his expression turning somewhat grave.

Behind him, an intelligent display screen slowly unfolded,

and it began playing a blurry video.

The footage shows a deep mountain range, surrounded by towering trees, like a primeval forest.

Dense leaves intertwine into a vast green net, blocking the light, leaving the surroundings dim.

"Three days ago, our natural science expert Professor Liu Bin, while exploring a primeval forest in Dragon Nation's new territory, completely lost contact."

"Accompanying him were ten fully armed security personnel and three intelligent mechanized warriors equipped with heavy firepower."

Qin Meng recounted the details of the incident one by one,

"According to our investigation, it has been confirmed that Professor Liu and the other personnel all met with misfortune."

"At the scene, we found the camera left behind by Professor Liu."

Just as his words fell,

the video began to play.

Professor Liu, dressed in expedition gear, appeared on screen, smiling and looking somewhat excited.

"Ah… good afternoon, everyone, I am natural scientist Liu Bin."

"I have some good news to share: since I arrived in this primeval forest, I've encountered all kinds of wondrous creatures—it's truly delightful."

"See this snake-like plant in my hand?"

"I've named it Ring-Snake Grass. Component analysis shows that consuming Ring-Snake Grass nourishes yin and supplements yang with no side effects — especially suitable for impotence patients."

"In addition, I've discovered over fifty new plant species and more than twenty new animal species."

"Nature is truly marvelous!"

"I just love nature so much!"

"Wait! It looks like there's another new discovery!"

After saying that,

Liu Bin set the camera on the ground and went forward to explore the so-called discovery.

The footage seemed to freeze, waiting silently for over ten minutes.

Suddenly!

A fierce gunshot shattered the silence,

followed by shouts from the security personnel: "Retreat quickly!"

"Damn it, what is this thing!"

"No good, it's not a carbon-based lifeform at all! Bullets are useless against it!"

"Rocket launchers? Laser cannons? Have the mechanical warriors use every weapon they've got!"

Immediately after, another burst of intense flashes of fire.

However,

"No use, all useless — every weapon has been tried, and nothing can stop it!"

"Damn it, what the hell is this thing?"

"Never mind — you all protect Professor Liu and evacuate, I'll hold the rear here!"

Pairs of large feet rushed past the camera.

They appeared panicked, their retreat almost an instinctive flight.

During this, one person even stepped on the camera,

and the footage instantly became blurry with static.

After everyone's feet had disappeared from the lens,

everything seemed to return to tranquility.

Just as Zhang Cheng and the others thought the video would end here,

suddenly!

A wave of screams came one after another!

Mixed with gunshots and the sound of flesh tearing.

Everything was so eerie.

Immediately after,

a face covered in scars and blood appeared before the lens.

It was Professor Liu Bin!

He gripped the camera, his expression panicked, his body trembling uncontrollably,

"No... don't!"

"Whatever you do, don't come to this place — that humanoid creature is not human!"

"Whatever you do, don't look at its face, otherwise you'll..."

Before he could finish speaking,

with a squelch!

Sharp nails pierced through Liu Bin's chest, then churned inside his body.

The excruciating pain twisted Liu Bin's face, and ultimately he chose to end his own life with a gunshot.

At the same time,

the camera footage became even blurrier.