Heroes' Prison

Chapter 755 - 720 Verbal Sparring

"You’re cursing me?" The voice of Desire Arises from the Heart squeezed out from between clenched teeth as he stared coldly at Huang Yi and said icily, "I led everyone in resisting the national war, my achievements are distinguished, and you’ve only just joined today, what right do you have to curse me?"

"That’s the difference between us, your contributions are spoken of, but mine are done." Huang Yi met Desire Arises from the Heart’s gaze, looking straight into his eyes, and said firmly, "I’ve contributed 9 National Honor Points, how many have you contributed? What were you doing when I went to the Land of Dongying to rescue these guild leaders? I’ve won four gold medals for this continent at the annual festival, what have you achieved?"

His words were compelling and struck right at the hearts of the several hundred guild leaders present, who began whispering to one another, looking at Desire Arises from the Heart with amused eyes.

Desire Arises from the Heart’s momentum weakened slightly, but he quickly changed the topic, "What you’re talking about are old stories from the past, we’re discussing this national war right now! I represent the official side of China, and just that alone is enough!"

Huang Yi shook his head and said, "But as far as I know, the Chinese officials haven’t issued any form of document, from the day the national war began until now, the Chinese officials have released a total of 231 official documents, but none of these documents recognize you as the leader of Chinese players in The Second World. You’re just using the power behind you to manipulate public opinion, creating a false illusion that you represent the Chinese officials. From beginning to end, it’s just your own wishful thinking."

In the past few days, Huang Yi had specifically looked into this matter and found that the Chinese officials hadn’t released any relevant documents. Even for this national war, the Chinese officials had never expressed an opinion, as if they hadn’t cared about this matter at all. It’s just that Desire Arises from the Heart had such a deep official background, plus the hype in the media, that it seemed as though he truly represented the official stance.

A flicker of unease flashed in Desire Arises from the Heart’s eyes, but he still retorted stubbornly, "I indeed don’t have an official document, but I have the official background! I have enough qualifications to be this commander!"

"Just say you’re a second-generation official, and that would suffice!" Huang Yi leaned against the back of his chair and said indifferently, "The only thing you can be proud of is your background. You lack any ability to command this national war, your actions up until now, and even the words you are spouting at this moment, all reveal your arrogance, stubbornness, and self-righteousness. Even the strongest legion would be doomed to failure with an incompetent commander like you."

Anger flashed in Desire Arises from the Heart’s eyes, and foregoing reasoning with Huang Yi, he directly assumed the role of Legion Commander and said coldly, "I created this legion; I only welcome those who will follow my orders. With such opposition to me, do you no longer wish to stay?"

"Your legion holds no attraction for me!" Huang Yi nodded nonchalantly.

Having said that, he immediately requested to leave Desire Arises from the Heart’s legion, exiting the national war!

The next moment, his departure triggered a continental announcement, echoing throughout the entire Hero’s Continent!

...

On a seaside of the Hero’s Continent, two blonde, blue-eyed female players stood shoulder to shoulder. Both of these female players exuded an aura of nobility, fierce and formidable as if they were two female generals.

These two people were Caroline, the leader of the Spanish Legion, and Arthur Artolia, the leader of the British Legion. Both of them were renowned female experts from Europe.

This time, they had originally led their legions intending to invade the Hero’s Continent together, but they happened to hear the news that Huang Yi had returned to the Hero’s Continent. This news was intimidating, disrupting their plans. After their legions arrived at the Hero’s Continent, they both ordered a halt to rest on the spot without launching an attack.

"Are you British Legion going to fight or not?" At this moment, Caroline, the leader of the Spanish Legion, asked Arthur Artolia, the leader of the British Legion. The sea breeze blew her golden hair back, revealing her deep blue eyes.

"I’m still considering it. I’ll see how the situation develops in a few days," Arthur Artolia shook her head, her gaze stretching out to the sea in front of her and said solemnly, "At the martial arts competition, I fought with God of Slaughter firsthand and have a deep appreciation for his strength. He’s on a different level from us. The performance he showed on the Land of Dongying recently—any guild in the world would be unable to defeat him. Although he’s undergone Reincarnation now, we can’t guess what other methods he might have. To the rest of the world, Reincarnation means downfall, but God of Slaughter is an exception."

"Alright, then let’s wait and see. It’s not just us watching—other countries are also watching, hoping for a chance," Caroline nodded in agreement.

Just then, a vast voice suddenly rang between heaven and earth—

"[Continent Announcement]: [God of Slaughter] has left the [Desire Legion] under [Desire Arises from the Heart], exiting the national war."

Instantly, Caroline and Arthur Artolia exchanged glances!

"The opportunity has arrived!" In the next moment, the two of them spoke in unison.

...

Important players joining or leaving legions during a national war are all considered significant events by the system and will trigger a continental announcement.

The news of Huang Yi leaving Desire Legion quickly spread across the entire Hero’s Continent, reaching the ears of every Chinese player, and every foreign player. Then, through the mouths of many individuals and the swift reports of media journalists, it spread to the whole world like the speed of light!

In the meeting hall, the leaders of hundreds of guilds looked at each other in dismay. They hadn’t anticipated that Huang Yi and Desire Arises from the Heart would fall out so quickly, to the extent that Huang Yi would leave the guild without leaving any room for reconciliation.

Desire Arises from the Heart glared at Huang Yi with resentment. Having been at a disadvantage since their dispute, he hadn’t managed to turn things around. He’d thought he could intimidate Huang Yi with his status as the Legion Commander, but unexpectedly, Huang Yi simply left his Legion, rendering his threat useless.

However, he quickly thought of something, and his expression eased. With a smile like an old friend casually chatting, he said, "God of Slaughter, your gold medal and trophy for the best individual award are still in my hands. When will you come to take them?"

He spoke idly, with an undertone of threat. During the recent annual festival, Huang Yi had not attended in person, so Desire Arises from the Heart collected the award on his behalf!

"Despicable!" Everyone silently cursed Desire Arises from the Heart in their hearts. They also began to worry for Huang Yi; indeed, the award was a significant lever, and if Huang Yi’s relationship with Desire Arises from the Heart soured, it was unlikely he’d get them back.

"If you hadn’t mentioned it, I would’ve almost forgotten about it," Huang Yi said with a shake of his head and a calm smile, maintaining the composure he’d shown before. "If you like it, keep it! Last year’s Best Newcomer Award is still with Dao Feng! If you’re interested, you could ask him for it and make it a complete set."

At that moment, the smile on Desire Arises from the Heart’s face froze, like a photograph paused in time!

He had never imagined that Huang Yi would reject him so easily, with such casual indifference, without even a hint of hesitation!

The leaders of the several hundred guilds in attendance were speechless; such an award would be something any of them would proudly display at their front door for all to admire. Yet Huang Yi just shrugged it off.

"Well, I need to go back to soak up some sun! Have fun," Huang Yi said as he tossed these words towards Desire Arises from the Heart and stood up. In front of the hundreds of Guild leaders’ focused attention, he walked decisively toward the exit of the conference hall.

Desire Arises from the Heart’s face turned ashen as he watched Huang Yi walking away. He quickly slapped a significant label on him: "At a critical moment of national warfare, we are holding an important meeting here, concerning the fate of the entire Hero’s Continent! And you’re saying you’re going to sunbathe? Are you going to betray the Hero’s Continent?"

"Sorry, I’m the Guardian of the Hero’s Continent," said Huang Yi without looking back.

Desire Arises from the Heart was momentarily stunned, then remembered that Huang Yi indeed was the Continent Guardian of the Hero’s Continent; he had even been the one to name it.

But Huang Yi’s glories were so numerous that being the Continent Guardian of Hero’s Continent was seldom mentioned, a fact Desire Arises from the Heart had overlooked until now.

Desire Arises from the Heart quickly recovered and smoothly retorted: "You’re aware that you’re the Continent Guardian of Hero’s Continent, yet I’m here trying to lead the fight in the national war, and you’ve not contributed at all. How do you have the face to be the Guardian?"

"My return is a contribution," Huang Yi said, then left the conference hall completely, disappearing from everyone’s sight.

Desire Arises from the Heart watched Huang Yi’s retreating figure with a sneer of discontent: "Your return is a contribution? What arrogance. Don’t get ahead of yourself, your departure won’t change anything about this national war; it won’t even stir up a ripple!"

Just as Desire Arises from the Heart’s words finished, three grand and distant voices suddenly echoed between heaven and earth—

"[Continent Announcement]: [Caroline] leading the [Spanish Legion], declares war on Hero’s Continent."

"[Continent Announcement]: [Arthur Artolia] leading the [British Legion], declares war on Hero’s Continent."

"[Continent Announcement]: [Xue Feng] leading the [Canadian Legion], declares war on Hero’s Continent."

The whole place went dead silent, stunned into speechlessness by these three announcements!

It was as if a sudden strike had occurred, with three countries invading Hero’s Continent all at once—like three knives thrust fiercely into everyone’s hearts!

"This is the consequence of the God of Slaughter’s exit," a gentleman’s foreboding voice arose. (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Starting Point (qidian.com) to cast your Recommendation Ticket and Monthly Tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please go to m.qidian.com to read.)