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Chapter 419: Salos's Surrender
Salos' heart was full of struggles and contradictions.

He knew very well that the current situation was extremely unfavorable to him. If he did not accept David's proposal, he would most likely face an even more tragic end.

However, as a proud wizard, he could not accept the fate of becoming a slave to others.

His eyes darted back and forth between David, Shui Lian and Huo Wu, trying to find a chance to escape.

"David, do you think this will make me surrender?"

Although Salos' voice was weak, it revealed his determination and indomitable spirit. "I, Salos, have pursued power all my life and have never bowed to anyone!"

David's eyes flashed with a hint of coldness when he heard this.

He slowly raised his right hand, palm facing Salos. The mark of the contract began to emit a brighter light, and a powerful pressure descended upon Salos.

Salos felt an invisible force trying to invade his consciousness, trying to control his thoughts.

"Saros, stop struggling." David's voice was cold and firm. "Although your power is strong, it is still insignificant in front of me. Accepting the contract is your only way out."

Salos clenched his teeth and tried his best to resist the force that invaded his consciousness.

His eyes were bloodshot with pain and his body was shaking slightly from the struggle.

However, no matter how hard he tried, the force seemed to be gradually increasing, making him feel more and more unbearable.

At this moment, a sudden energy wave broke the tranquility of the battlefield.

The master of the Endless Sea appeared in mid-air. He was wearing a black robe, his face hidden in the shadow of his hood, but his eyes were as deep and mysterious as the abyss.

"David, can you please let Salos go for my sake?"

David's eyes suddenly became sharp. He looked up at the mysterious master of the Endless Sea in mid-air, and his voice was filled with unquestionable firmness:
"Your face is worthless here. Salos has violated the bottom line of the Chaos Realm. His ambition and actions have brought great disasters to the Endless Sea and the Chaos Realm. I cannot condone such a crime because of anyone's feelings."

The master of the Endless Sea was slightly startled, as if he did not expect David to reject his request so directly.

He was silent for a moment, then he said in a low but powerful voice: "David, I understand your position. But Salos is a member of my Endless Sea after all, and his fate should be decided by me. I hope you can give me a favor and let me handle this matter personally."

David sneered and shook his head. "Master of the Endless Sea, perhaps no one dares to question your authority in the Endless Sea, but here, you do not have such power. Salos's behavior has gone beyond the scope of personal grudges. He threatens the safety of the entire Chaos Realm. I can't let you take him away, nor can I let you handle this matter privately."

A hint of anger flashed in the eyes of the master of the Endless Sea, but he quickly controlled his emotions.

He slowly descended to the ground and stood face to face with David. The atmosphere between the two instantly became tense and depressing.

"David, do you really want to be my enemy?" The master of the Endless Sea said in a low and threatening voice, "Don't forget, the power of my Endless Sea is not something you can underestimate."

David did not flinch. He straightened his back and looked the master of the Endless Sea in the face with a firm gaze. "I have never thought of becoming your enemy, but I will never back down because of fear. Salos must pay the price for his actions. This is the rule of the Chaos Realm and is also a necessary measure to maintain peace and justice."

"And it's not just Salos. You, the Endless Sea, will also have to pay the price."

David's words were like a heavy hammer, hitting the heart of the master of the Endless Sea hard. The air around them seemed to solidify, and it was so quiet that only the sound of each other's breathing could be heard.

The master of the Endless Sea's expression changed slightly. He did not expect that David would point his spearhead directly at the entire Endless Sea.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm his heart. His voice was low but full of power that should not be underestimated: "David, what you said is too serious. The Endless Sea and the Chaos Realm have always been at peace. How can you say that the entire Endless Sea should pay the price just because of the fault of Salos?"

David's voice echoed across the empty battlefield, and every word was like a heavy hammer hitting the heart of the master of the Endless Sea.

"Saros's actions are just the tip of the iceberg. The turmoil and unrest in the Endless Sea in recent years have long aroused the vigilance of the Chaos Realm. Your internal power struggles and external expansion ambitions have already crossed the line."

The Master of the Endless Sea looked even gloomier. He realized that the situation before him was far more complicated and serious than he had imagined.

He thought that he could easily resolve this crisis with his position in the Endless Sea, but David's attitude showed that this was more than just a simple personal grudge.

"David, you may have misunderstood the intentions of the Endless Sea." The master of the Endless Sea tried to defend himself. "What we pursue is the balance of power and order, not chaos and conquest. Salos's actions do not represent the entire Endless Sea."

However, David was not convinced.

He smiled coldly and said, "Misunderstanding? Perhaps. But the facts are before us. Certain actions of the Endless Sea have threatened the security of the Chaos Realm. As the guardian of the Chaos Realm, it is my responsibility to stop this."

As he spoke, David suddenly moved and rushed towards the owner of the Endless Sea like a flash of lightning.

Upon seeing this, the master of the Endless Sea immediately launched a counterattack.

The figures of the two people intertwined in the air, and powerful magical energy surged around, stirring up gusts of wind.

The battle was extremely fierce and both sides displayed amazing strength.

However, just as the battle entered a white-hot stage, David suddenly shouted loudly, and an unprecedented powerful force burst out from his body, directly hitting the master of the Endless Sea.

The master of the Endless Sea groaned, his body flew backwards involuntarily, and finally fell heavily to the ground.

When he struggled to get up, he found that his clone had been shattered, and a feeling of weakness surged in his heart.

"You...how dare you..." The master of the Endless Sea widened his eyes and looked at David in disbelief.

David looked at him coldly and said, "This is a warning to you."

After saying that, David turned and walked towards Salos.

Salos had collapsed to the ground at this moment, no longer having the arrogance he had before.

David looked at him and said coldly, "Saros, your fate is sealed. Accept the contract or face a more severe punishment."

Salos looked at David's cold eyes, and his heart was filled with despair. He knew that he had no choice. Finally, he lowered his head and said in a weak voice: "I... accept the contract."

David nodded with satisfaction, and then began to cast magic, imprinting the contract deeply into Salos' soul.

As the contract was completed, a powerful force surged into Salos' body, allowing him to stand up again. However, his eyes no longer had the pride and light of the past, leaving only deep awe and obedience to David.

With the complete surrender of Salos' soul, the news instantly spread across the entire wizarding world.

This wave is not just a display of power, but more like a declaration, the beginning of a new era of order and obedience.

In the depths of the Endless Sea, those ancient and powerful wizards felt this fluctuation, and their eyes flashed with complex light.

Some wizards are terrified, fearing that this power will upset the existing balance and cause greater chaos;
Some wizards saw an opportunity, believing that this might be a chance for them to improve their status and expand their influence.

In other parts of the Chaos Realm, major wizarding organizations, families, and forces have also noticed this change.

They began to reassess their positions and strengths and think about how to gain a foothold in the new landscape.

Some wise wizards began to seek cooperation with David, the guardian of the Chaos Realm, hoping to use his power to protect their own interests;

Some ambitious wizards began to secretly accumulate strength, preparing to compete for more power and resources in the future.

This news even affected wizards living in remote areas.

Although they stay away from disputes, every major change in the wizarding world will have a profound impact on them.

Some wizards began to come out of seclusion and try to understand what was happening in the outside world;
Other wizards choose to observe the situation more carefully and wait for the best time to make a decision.

As the entire wizarding world was shaken, a new undercurrent began to surge.

No one expected that David's counterattack would be so powerful that it directly made a six-ring wizard surrender!
At the top of the wizarding world, those senior officials who possess endless knowledge and ancient power are now immersed in unprecedented shock and anxiety.

Through their respective secret methods, they sensed the shocking news that Salos had surrendered to David. This event was like a huge rock thrown into a calm lake, causing waves.

In the dark tower, an old wizard in a purple robe, with his eyes closed, tapped the handrail with his fingers, as if calculating something.

He is the patriarch of the ancient wizard family "Shadow Eye" and possesses the mysterious ability to foresee the future.

At this moment, an indescribable worry appeared on his face.

"David's growth rate has far exceeded our expectations. Salos's surrender is just the beginning."

He muttered to himself, and then ordered his men to speed up the collection of all intelligence about David, trying to find a strategy of confrontation or cooperation.

And in the far north, in a palace carved out of ice, the Frost Witch Liana was staring at the snowflakes falling outside the window, her eyes showing both surprise and deep thought.

“David’s power can actually make a strong man like Salos surrender.

This is not just a contest of strength, but also a showdown of wills. "Liana knew that David's move was undoubtedly an announcement of his existence and determination to the entire wizarding world.

She decided to send an envoy to the Chaos Realm to find out David's true intentions, and at the same time strengthen the alliance between the North and surrounding forces to prevent any accidents.

At the same time, in the hall of the Wizard Council, an emergency meeting was being held.

The members of the parliament came from different wizarding families and schools. They might have their own calculations on a normal day, but facing David's strong rise at this moment, they had to put aside their prejudices and discuss countermeasures together.

The Speaker of the Council, an elderly but vigorous wizard, stood up, looked around, and said in a deep voice: "David's behavior has touched the bottom line of the wizarding world. We can't just sit back and watch. But direct confrontation is obviously unwise. We need to make a more thorough plan."

The discussion quickly became heated, with some suggesting uniting the wizards from other realms to fight against David;

Others advocate taking diplomatic measures, trying to communicate with David and seeking the possibility of peaceful coexistence.

However, among the many voices, the voice of a young wizard seemed particularly firm: "Perhaps, we should face up to the power and order that David represents. In this turbulent era, a strong leader may be able to lead us out of chaos and usher in a new peace."

These words were like a breath of fresh air, causing the wizards present to fall into deep thought.

They began to realize that David's rise was not just a threat, but could also be a turning point, an opportunity to push the wizarding world towards a new order.

As the meeting progressed, the wizarding leaders gradually reached a consensus:

Faced with David's challenge, they cannot confront him blindly, but should use wisdom and strategy to find a way to safeguard their own interests and promote the harmonious development of the wizarding world.

With the end of the wizarding high-level meeting, a tense and depressing atmosphere enveloped the entire wizarding world.

David's powerful rise and Salos's surrender are like the precursor of a storm, foreshadowing the great changes that are about to come.

In the core area of ​​the Chaos Realm, David stood on the top of a tall tower, looking deeply into the distance, where the Endless Sea was.

There was both determination and contemplation in his eyes. It was obvious that he had made an important decision.

"Pass the order and summon all wizards and warriors loyal to me to prepare to declare war on the Endless Sea." David's voice was firm and powerful, echoing between the towers.

This order quickly spread to every corner of the Chaos Realm, causing a huge sensation.

Although many wizards and warriors were in awe of the Endless Sea, they still chose to respond to David's call.

After all, David has proven his strength and determination, and following him may mean more opportunities and glory.

In the depths of the Endless Sea, the Master of the Endless Sea learned of David's decision to declare war, and his face instantly became extremely gloomy.

He was well aware of David's strength and ambition, and also understood that this war would bring great disaster to the Endless Sea.

"Call all wizards and warriors and prepare for battle!"

The Lord of the Endless Sea issued an emergency order and began to mobilize the power and resources of the Endless Sea to deal with the coming war.

As the clouds of war loomed over the wizarding world, various wizarding organizations, families and forces began to take sides.

(End of this chapter)