[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant":3,"chapter-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-454":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Titan King: Ascension of the Giant",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},244174,518,"Chapter 454: I never expected you to be stronger than me now","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-454",454,"\u003Cp>The life essence glimmered with a blue-green radiance, as though it had a life of its own, yet it emitted no hint of energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After observing it carefully for fifteen minutes, Orion placed the life essence in his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment it entered, before Orion could even chew, the life essence slipped down his esophagus into his stomach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even more astonishing, once it reached his stomach, there was no digestion process at all. It directly transformed into a surging wave of life energy, washing over Orion's entire body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It felt wonderful—no pain, no itch, just a soothing sensation akin to an infant resting in amniotic fluid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Half a day later, once Orion finished absorbing that life energy, he could clearly feel his strength grow yet again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a pure surge of life energy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can sense that just one more portion of life essence should allow me to reach the peak of Legendary level.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was Orion's conclusion after absorbing the life energy, revealing a deeper understanding of his own power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since I've arrived in this realm(world), there will be plenty of chances to acquire more life essence.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that thought, Orion collected his surge of joy brought by his increased strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Focusing his mind on the Survivor's Platform, Orion opened the public channel of the Champions Alliance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas: \"Damn it, I just lost another batch of my people to fend off this fungal creature assault.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas: \"Anyway, Arthas, that subordinate of yours named Rumbold is really something. Let him follow me. Once this war is done, I'll take him with me to fight in other realms. I won't use him for free. I promise to give you back a Rumbold at the peak of Legendary level.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthas: \"Leonidas, this isn't the time for that. I have something important to ask. Hulk has also come to Valkorath Realm, and he brought a broodmother. Do you still have a spare Nest?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas: \"Hahaha… That giant is here too! The entire Champions Alliance is now assembled!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas: \"I've got plenty of Nests!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas: \"By the way, Hulk, why aren't you saying anything?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthas: \"He just arrived in this world. Not too long ago, he killed an upper Legendary level parasitic creature.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas: \"Uh… Hahaha… Well done!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Edward: \"Nice going, Hulk!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alexander: \"Impressive!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kraken: \"An upper Legendary level parasitic creature… Are you telling me Hulk took out something stronger than I am with ease?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthas: \"I figure he's busy absorbing life essence right now. Let's give him a moment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Right after Arthas posted that message, Orion typed and sent his own.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulk: \"Greetings, all you Big Bosses! I've arrived too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas: \"Hulk, when did you get here? Why didn't you let me know in advance?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Edward: \"You got yourself a fine record as soon as you arrived. Well done—my teleportation scroll didn't go to waste.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alexander: \"Great. I'd love to hear more about your battle!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kraken: \"Wow, I'm still just a middle Legendary level. I need to work harder!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A smile spread across Orion's face. The reaction of these allies in the Champions Alliance offered him a sense of warmth and familiarity that he had long missed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps only by communicating with survivors like them could Orion reveal that other side of himself hidden deep in his soul.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hulk: \"I just got to Valkorath Realm, and there's a lot I don't understand yet. Sorry for not speaking up, I was swamped!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion gave a quick explanation, but before he could continue, Leonidas initiated a trade with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the trading screen, Leonidas put up a Legendary level Nest, stronger by far than the Tidecrab Mother Nesthig Orion had obtained from Kraken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After they completed the trade, Leonidas sent a message.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you need anything else, just let me know. I have plenty of items like Nests.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'd like one more of that same kind of Nest I just got from you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Orion saw Leonidas's message, he stated his request without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reading the Nest's description, Orion suddenly thought of Spider Queen Lorelia and wanted to get one of these powerful Nests for her as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, I was expecting you to be polite about it, but you skipped that altogether.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas teased him, then initiated another trade, giving Orion yet another Legendary level Nest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Legendary level Nest is already extremely valuable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a huge favor, added on top of the previous debts Orion already owed. He honestly wasn't sure how to repay them all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wondering how to return the favor?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I suffered heavy losses in this war. How about repaying me with two clusters of life essence? That would make up for what I lost.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry, I'm not in a rush. Get yourself settled first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leonidas specifically asked for life essence, indicating just how badly his forces had been hit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, once I'm settled here, I'll start looking for life essence.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion agreed; that seemed like the best way to repay the debt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, Orion knew perfectly well that life essence wouldn't match the full value of a Legendary level Nest. He figured he'd find another way to compensate Leonidas once he was powerful enough and had the resources.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing his conversation with Leonidas, Orion received a private message from Kraken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hulk, I never expected you to be stronger than me now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Kraken's message, Orion replied humbly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just got lucky, that's all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're different from me. As far as I know, the deep sea is home to creatures dozens of times more powerful than those on land. The fact that you've survived there is already remarkable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a bit of humility and praise, Orion quickly earned more goodwill from Kraken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within the Champions Alliance, only Kraken and Orion remained at the Legendary level, making them equals of sorts—naturally, they had more in common and got along easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How's the Tidecrab Mother Nest I gave you last time? If it's not working out, I'll set aside a better one for you when I can.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truth be told, Orion's modesty truly impressed Kraken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, hidden somewhere in the deep sea, Kraken felt as though he had found a kindred spirit, someone he could genuinely trust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's working great. Thanks again!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, how are things on your end, out there in the deep sea? Are you safe?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion expressed his gratitude, then added a question about Kraken's circumstances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's safer here compared to land.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's a vast expanse of ocean, and in my immediate area, there aren't any threats stronger than Legendary level. Underwater, I'm in my element.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I run into something I can't beat, I just retreat deeper into the ocean, and nobody can find me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kraken's reply carried a note of confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, the deep sea was Kraken's stronghold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had arrived in Valkorath Realm earlier than Orion precisely because he had the advantage of this expansive underwater territory. Since coming here, Kraken had chosen a hit-and-run strategy, specifically hunting slime molds mutant creatures weaker than him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kraken believed that if he stuck to his plan, he would eventually reach the peak of Legendary level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was Kraken's choice. This time, he wouldn't return to his own world until he achieved the Legendary level peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You and I are at the bottom of the Alliance's firepower. We have to motivate each other!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Absolutely—let's keep pushing forward!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1227,"2026-05-29T15:49:11.112Z","2026-06-01T04:29:39.741Z",1,"novelbin.me","7f09d6ecac6dd89c8c9a494140702069bd080aed1745735e49b58da27dce302c","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-455","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-453",1606,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ftitan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-cover.jpg"]