A cold smile curled at the corners of Lion's Eye's mouth as he suddenly turned his gaze toward Niguzate.
"I suggest we activate the second level of the Pain Crystal!"
Perhaps due to enduring too much suffering, Lion's Eye's voice was somewhat hoarse, yet it still reached everyone's ears.
The second level?!
The faces of those in the stands changed dramatically.
In the interest of fairness in the competition and to prevent either side from suffering real harm, Niguzate had chosen a method that involved gathering ten individuals to channel their pain, which would then be transmitted to Garen and Lion's Eye. Even for an ordinary person, a lifetime of pain could be staggering; moreover, these ten were Elite Warriors of the blood clan, having endured various hardships over many years... However, this still did not truly represent the real depths of suffering.
There was an even more dangerous option! That was to gather Garen's and Lion's Eye's lifelong pain and exchange it for each other to bear. Unlike the Blood Warriors from earlier, a powerhouse like Lion's Eye had undoubtedly faced unimaginable trials; when all that accumulated pain was combined, it would be unprecedentedly terrifying!
And enduring such pain would inevitably lead to a catastrophic outcome.
This was no longer a competition... it was a matter of life and death!
"You've gone too far." At that moment, Lucifer finally frowned and spoke up, unable to hold back his gaze on Lion's Eye.
But before Lion's Eye could respond, Rogerett beside him sneered instead.
"Not too far at all. Just look at their current state; a pain index of 2.7 doesn't mean anything. I actually think Lion's Eye's suggestion is quite good."
The other clans began to feel uncertain but quickly understood what was at stake.
Indeed, although Garen had already secured a spot in Dead Man's Gorge in the previous round, that did not mean other clans had no hope left. Even though this spot was allocated by Somaroth, if one side that obtained it could not accept... or worse, died?
Once the Pain Crystal reached its second level, this competition would become incredibly dangerous. In the eyes of the major clans, Garen was undoubtedly doomed!
In that case... the final spot would be left vacant!
"I also believe Lion's Eye's suggestion is correct. Since we've decided on a competition, we must determine a winner; continuing in this stalemate is meaningless," added Cimisi Clan in agreement.
"Haha, the Solomon Clan never backs down! Right, Su Ye?" Kachin laughed as he cast a teasing glance at Su Ye.
On the other side of the stands, Su Ye's gaze was cold and fierce.
The voices grew louder as everyone expressed their support for Lion's Eye's proposal. To outsiders, it seemed like the various leaders of the blood clan were discussing an important matter, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
But upon closer inspection, one could realize... they were collectively judging someone's life and death.
So many hands were simultaneously pushing that person toward the cliff.
Hearing the approving voices, a colder smirk spread across Lion's Eye's face. He glanced at the silent Garen before shifting his attention to Niguzate, waiting for the latter's decision.
Niguzate frowned. As a servant of the Revernon Clan, he understood what this meant. Once this was done, one of the two people standing on the magic circle would inevitably have their will shattered, indistinguishable from death.
After hesitating for a moment, Niguzate turned to look and saw Somaroth subtly nodding.
Niguzate sighed; indeed, this was very much in line with his master's style.
Since Somaroth had made a decision, there was no need for Niguzate to consult Garen. He coldly stared at Lion's Eye and said, "Let go of your hands."
A stir erupted in the stands as everyone's expressions turned excited!
Meanwhile, at the edge, the corners of Su Ye's red cloak flickered as a murderous intent surged within her. But before she could rise, a hand pressed down on her shoulder, immobilizing her.
Mokfan had somehow arrived beside her. "You won't die."
...
Upon hearing Niguzate's voice, Lion's Eye instantly became excited and stepped out of the magic circle to approach the Pain Crystal.
The crystal, infused with the lifelong suffering of ten individuals, had its misty surface completely replaced by blackness. It surged wildly, exuding an inexplicable sense of dread as grotesque skulls flickered past. Even Lion's Eye couldn't help but shudder slightly.
He didn't rush to act but instead looked at Garen.
Yes, ever since that banquet began, this warrior had disrupted the situation, rendering Acheron's preparations ineffective. The Reimer Clan, being the second clan, had long been aware of Lost Land's secrets. According to the original plan, among the five who would gain entry this time—besides Lion's Eye—there was another person who was also from the Reimer Clan.
In a place like Lost Land, the outcome changes entirely when two people join forces. Regardless of whether the Blood Clan can achieve ultimate victory, at the very least, the interests of the Reimer Clan will be maximized.
However, just as the plan was progressing smoothly, this warrior snatched away the last spot!
What was even more infuriating was that Lion's Eye actually lost to him!
At this moment, Lion's Eye no longer cared about the interests of the Clan; he only wanted this warrior to disappear forever!
With a loud slap, Lion's Eye pressed down!
No matter who it is, anyone seeking great power must pay an equivalent price, and Lion's Eye was no exception.
To become a Third Tier level powerhouse, in some ways, Lion's Eye had endured far more suffering than an ordinary person. For instance, regarding the Bloodline of the Demon Lion, he had spent a full two years in a special container, enduring the constant separation of blood and replacement with Demon Lion blood every single moment.
Not to mention his years of service in the Reimer Clan, where he had experienced countless battles, sustaining injuries over four hundred times and suffering serious wounds more than sixty times!
The black mist on the Pain Crystal roiled violently, stirring up a fierce wind around it!
Niguzate, standing closest, changed color slightly, revealing an expression of disbelief. He remembered that when he measured pain himself, a similar strong wind had appeared around the crystal!
This meant that Lion's Eye's Pain Scale had reached at least 4.0!
At the same time, the magic circle beneath Garen blazed brightly, emitting an eerie red light. A thick and murky aura instantly enveloped him.
"The scale is moving... it's moving!" gasps erupted from the stands.
"What is it? How much has it reached? Damn it, this black wind blocks Blood Power; I can't see!"
"I see it... I see it... it's..."
"What is it?!"
"Yes... 4.2!!"
...
Lion's Eye slowly withdrew his hand, his gaze growing increasingly cold.
Yes, you have not experienced my pain; what gives you the right to defeat me? Losing to a weakling like you is something I cannot accept! Therefore, I will watch you crumble under torment!
Niguzate's expression was somewhat complex, but it quickly settled into neutrality.
Although he had no fondness for Lion's Eye, he had to admit that Lion's Eye truly deserved his power.
...
Bang! Bang!
Garen felt his heart race violently twice, and then his left hand began to tremble involuntarily.
He looked down and saw a blood spot suddenly bloom in the center of his palm!
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