Chapter 186 Caesar Conquers the Stars.
"Come forth, 'Priest'."
Above the sky, after saying goodbye to Little Grey and Xilian, Keldela set off alone onto the towering Dawn Cloud Cliff.
The wind whipped her clothes, and she looked up at the colossal Dawn Machine that stood like a mountain in front of her, her expression cold and arrogant, her aura imposing.
"Yes, sir!"
As Krystal's voice faded, a strange figure slowly emerged from the shadows behind her.
It was a strange creature constructed from cold, precise machinery, its body covered in metallic patterns, with a huge, dark hole in its chest.
His face was smooth and without any eyes, giving off an indescribable eeriness.
The strange man bowed deeply at a ninety-degree angle toward Crydella, his attitude extremely respectful.
"The Great Caesar".
Krydella did not turn around, but merely turned half of her delicate face slightly to the side.
Her gaze was condescending, carrying the coldness and majesty unique to emperors, as she coldly looked down at the bowing mechanical monster.
Under the sky, the people of Douluo Continent stared at the figure and instantly recognized his identity.
Isn't this the same Laigus who lives in the highest place in Ohma City and calls himself a divine audience member?
This person has always considered himself a neutral intermediary and never participates in any power struggles.
The Senate, led by Katniss, initially attempted to forcibly prevent the Second Fire Chase.
The judge who presided over that crucial vote was none other than this Ragus.
He even offered to help Little Grey Hair and Danheng repair the Star Train and send them safely away from Onfaros.
But the fact that Laigushi appeared beside Krydella at this moment, and acted so respectfully, aroused suspicion in everyone, who vaguely felt that something was wrong.
His appearance at Dawn Cloud Cliff a thousand years ago indicates that, like Aglaia, Lycus possessed a lifespan that spanned countless years.
His current loyalty and obedience to Crydera clearly indicates that he is one of the core members of the Firewalker Legion.
But why did he never help Aglaia or aid Little Gray Hair and his group during the last apocalyptic catastrophe?
When the flame of the Sky Titans was taken away and the world collapsed and was destroyed, no one ever saw Lygus appear to help.
Countless people were deeply confused, their brows furrowed.
In the previous Sky Curtain storyline, there was very little introduction to Lai Gu Shi, and he was full of unsolved mysteries.
But everyone firmly believes that as the story unfolds, all the hidden truths will come to light.
In the sky, Lai Gushi gazed at Cerrudra's retreating figure, slowly raised his head, and stiffly straightened his mechanical body.
His voice was mechanically hoarse, yet it held a cautious probing tone as he softly asked:
"Now, perhaps you are willing to listen to my advice?"
"Oh..."
Krydella let out a disdainful chuckle, her voice cold and aloof.
She crossed her arms over her chest, her gaze sharp as a knife as she looked at the distant sea of clouds, her tone serious and steady:
"Just as Eulonis said, the two have arrived."
"Just as you said, they showed a thirst for the 'law'..."
"At least, this proves that my judgment was correct: sparing your life was the right choice."
Lai Gushi quickly forced a stiff smile and echoed:
"Hehe, you have once again proven that Caesar's wisdom is not just empty talk."
"Now, another choice lies before you: with whom should you collaborate, and which way should the scales of the law tip—mine, or that 'savior'?"
Krystal turned her head disdainfully, placed one hand on her hip, displaying an overbearing kingly aura, and coldly commanded:
"Remind me one more time, Antikythera man—in your vision, what future do these two paths lead to?"
"Yes, ma'am."
Laigushi respectfully responded, immediately lowered his head, and patiently explained to Kerudela in detail.
"You have the right to know that the 'savior' from outer space is not an irredeemable villain."
"However, from the very beginning, her position was completely different from Onfaros'."
"The path they have chosen will bury Onphalus's grand ambition: this world, destined for 'destruction,' will inevitably stray from the glory it rightfully deserves..."
"And on the path I have revealed to you: the beings of Onphalus will slay the Creator God in the name of Caesar and conquer all the worlds beyond the heavens."
"You will command the colossal beast known as the 'Iron Tomb,' bringing great waves of war and conquest to the universe—all living beings will bow before you and submit to your might."
After hearing Lai Gushi's words, everyone watching the sky suddenly understood and their minds were enlightened.
It turns out that the person Xilian and Little Gray Hair were looking for, the one in Ohma who knew the most about the secrets of the outer world, was Lai Gushi.
Everyone sensed a strong, pungent smell of conspiracy and concluded that Lai Gushi definitely had ulterior motives.
He clearly knew countless secrets and forces beyond the heavens, yet in the previous cycle he didn't mention a word about them to Aglaia, Little Gray, and the others, deliberately concealing them from them.
Moreover, Lai Gushi was well aware of the true situation beyond the heavens.
They would then be aware of the existence of terrifying forces such as the Immortal Boat Alliance, Star Core Hunters, Families, Sea Patrol Rangers, and Genius Clubs.
They also realized that there was far more than one Star God, and each of them possessed terrifying power capable of destroying the heavens and the earth and controlling the galaxy.
Everyone wondered what sinister intentions Lai Gu Shi had that dared to deceive Krydella by saying that she could conquer all worlds.
While Onpharos's demigods are powerful in their homeland, they are merely slightly stronger soldiers in the vast outer space.
The top powers outside the heavens operate and wage war on the basis of entire star systems.
Onphalus is but an insignificant, weak, and pitiful star in the vast galaxy.
Any small force from outer space could easily fill the entire Onpharos in an instant, simply by its sheer numbers.
Knowing full well the terror and power of the outside world, Lai Gushi deliberately bewitched Krydela here, clearly harboring malicious intentions and having ulterior motives.
At this moment, everyone suddenly remembered that when Little Grey Hair parted ways with Crydella, he had specifically and solemnly reminded her to be careful of Lygus.
This further confirms that there are definitely serious problems with the Legos, and that they are not as neutral and simple as they appear on the surface.
Cerudela clearly did not entirely believe Lycus's sweet talk.
She turned her head, her voice authoritative and cold, her gaze piercing as she stared directly at Lai Gushi.
"So... what's the price?"
Lai Gushi spoke calmly and slowly, his voice carrying a hint of seduction.
"The price is negligible. It only requires sacrificing that fragile, flawed humanity in 'destruction'—"
"As a golden descendant in the oracle... you had already decided to abandon it, hadn't you?"
Kerudela smiled slightly, revealing a profound and unfathomable smile, then turned her back to Ragus.
"Oh..."
Keludela gave the order to Laigus in a detached and unquestionable tone:
"Step back, priest. I have already made my decision."
After saying that, she took small but firm steps and walked step by step toward the Dawn Machine in front of her.
As he walked, he spoke in a deep voice, his tone filled with the ambition and domineering presence of an emperor:
"When I ignite the flame of 'Law,' I will burn away the old, outdated rules..."
"At that time, Onphalus will be able to embark on a journey through the stars."
(End of chapter)