Chapter 1236

The continuous rumble of spirit energy blasts and explosions kept ringing out.

On the Soviet frontline, Tai'er watched helplessly as a squad of plain‑looking Blood Helmet Knights charged straight at them.

At this moment, it seemed as if only they and North America were left fighting on the entire death battlefield.

All other battle zones had ceased fighting, either waiting for the ultimate victor or patiently biding their time in hopes of picking up the spoils.

The outbreak of battle was somewhat absurd.

Although North America had chosen Asia as their enemy, they instead attacked them.

Although the Huaxia military should have teamed up with them, they were merely watching the African battle zone unfold.

The only silver lining, perhaps, was that no other battle zones were intervening anymore...

"Tai'er! When will Lord Lei'en take action!"

"Ten... no! Nearly twenty mid‑tier third‑rank fighters—we can't possibly stop them!"

He directly detonated a Cloud Burst Bomb on the spot.

The sky‑rocketing flames instantly devoured the charging Blood Knights.

Under the extreme heat, the surrounding air seemed to be instantly compressed, turning into a vacuum zone.

Although the confrontation match system prohibited carrying strategic weapons like nuclear bombs, each major battle zone actually brought in some raw materials.

Also "各大戰區" not named.

An Awakened One carrying some materials could assemble a weapon right on the spot.

This attack method, capable of threatening an ordinary third‑rank fighter, is widely favored by all nations.

If third‑rank battles weren't usually close‑quarters melees, using tech weapons would be pointless and easy to blow up one's own side; nevertheless, nations have long employed various weapons to clear a path in combat.

Although tech weapons are restricted by the system, they remain very useful in low‑rank battles.

"I don't know!"

"Lord Lei'en should be waiting for an opportunity!"

He replied hastily, Tai'er's face turned grim, and he dared not speak the truth.

In the Soviets' view, the current situation could only be turned around by relying on Lei'en.

With Lei'en's peak third‑rank strength, he might not lose! After all, that terrifying power still gives an overwhelming advantage against mid‑tier opponents.

But Tai'er knew deep down that Lei'en was very likely Lin An!

As Lin An of the Huaxia war zone, he would likely abandon them!

After all, if Lin An appeared as Lei'en, the Huaxia military might also want to kill him; then our own side fighting each other would be a huge loss.

Moreover, if Andre dared to act, even with his toes he could tell that Andre surely has hidden cards he hasn't used yet!

His only hope now is for Lin An to directly go kill in North America, first finish the confrontation match mission, then talk later.

If Andre dies, the effect would actually be about the same.

The only difference is that they might end up losing many people.

"Boom!!"

In the scorching flames, a large batch of Blood Helmet Knights charging forward instantly broke through the Soviet defense line.

Their mid‑tier third‑rank fighters together number less than a single hand—how could they possibly block an entire mid‑tier force? Moreover, even if the North American third‑rank troops coming from behind aren't eager to fight desperately, under long‑range firepower, the moment they clashed, the Soviet third‑rank Awakened Ones instantly blew up two of them.

"Damn it! The gap is too huge!"

Charging forward alongside Tai'er, a high‑ranking official who had once awarded Lin An a medal instantly turned pale.

All they saw was his huge sword swing, which struck the Blood Helmet and had no effect whatsoever.

On the contrary, the recoil force instantly shattered his tiger's mouth (the web between thumb and index).

The strength gap was even larger than imagined.

Just as global Awakened Ones feel when facing Lin An, this Soviet brute instantly experienced that deep sense of helplessness.

Even a single Blood Helmet was a struggle for him to hit...

Andre alone summoned a Blood Helmet Knight corps that could already match all their high‑end combat power.

Why do these monsters keep appearing!? Could it be that ordinary Awakened Ones like them are really only meant to be background filler?

In battle, there's no room for distraction.

Before that Soviet brute could swing his blade again, a swift‑type third‑rank fighter from the North American war zone let out a vicious grin and darted straight out from among the Blood Helmet Knights.

The dagger in his hand flashed, stabbing toward his eye at breakneck speed.

It's over!

Realizing he was entangled by a summoned creature, the Soviet third‑rank felt a chill; the newcomer's strength was no less than his own, and facing two opponents at once, he was surely doomed.

In bitter desperation, he frantically circulated his inner spirit energy, and the great sword he had been guarding in front of him also slashed desperately at the opponent.

All he could try was to drag the opponent down with him as a dying backup, counting it as some contribution.

However, the next second.

Before he could trade life for life, a black shadow suddenly plummeted down and slammed between him and his opponent.

"Boom!!"

"Bang!!"

In an instant, the Soviet third‑rank felt his vision go dark, and an unfathomable murderous intent erupted on the battlefield.

With the sound of a body exploding, every Awakened One on the Soviet position froze in shock.

That suddenly appearing figure was none other than the familiar Lei'en!

Just...

He seemed a bit "fatter" than the Lei'en they had seen before?

They were overjoyed.

Upon realizing that His Excellency Rhein had appeared, all the Soviet Awakened Ones could not help but erupt in cheers, and their originally low morale instantly rose to its peak.

"Kill!!"

"Lord Lei'en has taken action!!"

"We've won!"

There was hardly any doubt.

Although he had just appeared, the Soviet Awakened Ones who trusted Lei'en implicitly now felt as if they had already won, launching a counter‑charge.

No wonder they were so excited.

Having witnessed Lei'en's move, what is that terrifying Blood Helmet Knight squad to them!?

Lord Lei'en alone could wipe them out!

At the same time, Tai'er, who had held little hope, suddenly froze in astonishment.

He couldn't believe his eyes as he looked at the figure appearing on the battlefield.

All they saw was a figure similarly shrouded in black mist, resembling Lei'en, throwing a punch at the Blood Helmet Knights; the immense force exploded, instantly clearing a blank space.

And with Lei'en's appearance, the North American third‑rank troops that had been following behind to attack were suddenly terrified and dared not charge forward.

Although they had decided to surround and kill, the premise was that they themselves must not die!

If Andre could control the opponent, they'd still have the courage to attack; but with Andre not making a move, only the crazy would charge!

After all, this is a peak third‑rank worth a million points from the system!

"Did I misjudge?"

"Lei'en isn't Lin An, is he!?"

They hurriedly joined the battle.

Tai'er stared blankly as he began to chase down the North American Lei'en.

In his mind, if Lei'en were Lin An, he wouldn't likely appear now; besides, he had noticed the Huaxia military suddenly stirring, obviously preparing to act.

The battle was fierce.

With Zhang Tie unleashing full firepower, a punch that felled a Blood Helmet instantly reversed the previously one‑sided situation.

However, many Soviet high‑rankers also noticed that this time Lei'en's combat style seemed somewhat different...

Isn't he supposed to use a sword?

Why did he switch to fists?

Is it because... he wants to conserve his strength?

Despite their doubts, they didn't question anything else; after all, who else could appear now with such strength besides Lord Lei'en? This must be the strongest fighter of their own war zone!

"This Lei'en is kind of strong.."

"How do I feel he's also a Perfect One?"

Within the Huaxia military, several mutant beings rapidly transmitted messages telepathically, their minds filled with doubt.

Seeing Zhang Tie at full combat power for the first time, watching him bulldoze through the relentless North American firepower, they couldn't help but feel a bit solemn.

"Having this strength at peak third‑rank is normal. However, his speed isn't as exaggerated as the rumors claim."

"According to the data, he gained this power from a certain dungeon."

"It's pretty much the same situation as Andre's."

"There can only be one Perfect One; he definitely isn't it!"

In the unit, the highest‑ranking mutant calmly replied, not really caring about anything.

Although peak third‑rank looks strong in human eyes, if it isn't a Perfect One, it's meaningless.

"Wait a bit longer; Andre surely still has other tricks."

"When he makes his move, we'll figure out how to take down Lei'en again!"

"What about Lin An? I think he's also lurking in the shadows, waiting to scoop up the leftovers; shouldn't we wait for him to act?"

Exchanging opinions, a mutant eyeing a high‑rank officer's identity asked irritably.

Andre suddenly made a move, also throwing their plans into disarray.

"It's fine; just conserve strength. If necessary, temporarily giving up on killing Lin An is acceptable."

"Once we take the points out, we still have a chance to kill Lin An! That kid runs too fast!"

Plans can't keep up with changes.

After quickly assessing the gains, the leading mutant still chose the maximum benefit.

Just—without letting him say anything else, a voice that echoed across the entire field suddenly appeared in everyone's mind.

"I am Andre!"

"I, representing the North American war zone, forfeit the reward for killing him!"

"If we don't kill this guy, we'll all lose to the Soviet war zone!"

As Andre's voice rang out, a system prompt immediately followed.

"Beep, North American war zone Andre, using a B+‑level authorization."

"Contract established! In this confrontation match, the North American war zone will not be able to earn the reward for killing that target!"

"Hum"

A flash of white light swept over, instantly enveloping Zhang Tie.

In an instant, Awakened Ones from all sides jerked upright, their faces showing a strange expression.

From Andre's words, it seemed he thought his own war zone actually couldn't defeat Lei'en! Now realizing his mistake, he offered to forfeit the reward in exchange for them taking action now!?

Ignoring the incredulous gazes of the North American war zone's third‑rank fighters.

At this moment, Andre, who again performed a bizarre act, suddenly chuckled lightly, and the scepter in his hand pointed toward Zhang Tie.

Mind control!

Reason collapses!