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Chapter 461 The Power of Truth
Night falls.

On the wasteland, the campfire crackled.

Guy, a small boy, huddled next to Zhang Qi, his tiny body trembling slightly.

The distorted faces of the villagers, the enormous demon, and the "divine" soldiers lying in pools of blood during the day haunted him like a nightmare.

Zhang Qi looked at the flickering flames, picked up a branch, and poked at the fire, sending sparks flying.

"The power of this world is called 'Truth'."

After glancing at Guy, Zhang Qi suddenly spoke up.

"Truth?"

Guy looked up at him blankly.

"Yes, a power that comes from prayer and faith."

Those so-called 'gods' maintain their power and rule by absorbing the truths of humankind.

At the apex of this hierarchy lies the Seven Star Heaven, representing seven special mantras: [Self], [Lust], [Desire], [Sloth], [Vain], [Violent], and [Sorrow].

Zhang Qi nodded and replied.

This is what makes the power of mantras so special; it's similar to the mental power of an infinite world, but even more extreme.

These concepts, like the worldview, originate from Hinduism, representing humanity's original sin and the karma of the Chakravartin (universal monarch).

That is why the power of mantras arises from the human soul, and why the one called King Wheel-Turning claims to be the embodiment of mantras.

"Seven Stars Heaven..."

Is it just for this reason...?

Guy was stunned, and then his nose tingled with emotion.

This was the first time he had learned that the so-called "return to heaven ceremony" was actually just a way for the gods to absorb the power of the mantra.

Just for this reason...

"That's right, it's just because of that..."

Zhang Qi nodded, even though the reality was so cruel.

He then raised his hand, and the power of the mantra transformed into the phantom of armor.

Humans in this world do not have the methods of cultivation, nor are they able to bear the powerful force of mantras.

Even if he broke through this limitation due to his connection with other worlds, his physical body still couldn't handle it.

Therefore, this is the only way to barely engage in combat...

"Moreover, there is a very troublesome entity in this world."

Zhang Qi sighed. If it were just the Seven Star Heaven, it would be fine.

But the real problem is King Yama, who alone cannot defeat this mastermind.

However, if he wanted to shake him from the Sea Tiger World, his understanding of the power of the True Words was still insufficient.

Therefore, from any perspective, he must find that person.

The Asura who was once known as the strongest divine general, representing [wrath].

Only by finding him can we gain more than just an assistant.

Understanding the source of his violent and furious power may be the key to truly mastering the secrets of mantras and breaking the limitations imposed by the Wheel King.

……

A distant border.

Nestled among the mountains is an inconspicuous little village.

There are no divine patrols here, and demon-slaying expeditions are rare.

Because on the cliff behind the village stands a huge stone statue.

The stone statue has a ferocious face, three heads and six arms, and is full of violent rage.

Locals called him an "evil god".

Strangely, it was the invisible aura emanating from this evil god statue that kept the demon slayer from getting close.

The villagers were able to live and work in peace here, far away from the conflicts of the Kingdom of God and the threat of demons.

A young girl dressed in simple linen clothes is carefully placing a small bunch of wildflowers at the feet of the huge stone statue.

Not long ago, her father was caught in an attack by the divine forces during an unexpected demon-slaying incident and lost his life.

People around said it was a blessing from heaven, a glorious return to the Kingdom of Heaven.

But Yuna didn't understand.

Why is living a sin?
Why is death celebrated as a blessing?
Many people have lost loved ones just like her, so why is no one angry about it...?

She looked at the hideous stone statue before her, yet in its angry face, she vaguely saw the resilient shadow of her father.

From that day on, she would come here every day to offer a bouquet of flowers to the stone statue.

The wind blows through the valley, bringing with it the scent of distant lands.

Yuna raised her head and looked at the stone statue of Ashura, a trace of confusion flashing in her clear eyes.

What's going on in this world?
Something's not right... Is it her?

……

a few days later.

Zhang Qi, with Guy by his side, trekked through the desolate mountains.

The aura in the distance was getting closer, indicating that he hadn't gone astray. However, just then, a burly figure blocked his path.

He was an unusually large man, carrying a huge katana that was taller than himself on his shoulder, exuding an explosive sense of power and a wild fighting spirit.

His face wore a hearty, even somewhat unrestrained smile, but beneath that smile lay a chilling sense of oppression.

One of the Seven Stars, the Mighty Arm of Ocas!
"Stop! You're the guy who killed the pursuers sent by Deus and ruined a purification ritual, right?"
Wow, not bad! For a human to possess such power...

Lao Tzu's hands are itching after hearing that! It's been so long since I've met a decent opponent!

Okas grinned widely, scrutinizing Zhang Qi with great interest, his eyes like those of a hunter who had discovered a priceless treasure.

His voice was filled with undisguised excitement and fighting spirit.

Trouble...

Zhang Qi frowned, instantly realizing the identity of the person in front of him.

Okas is one of the Seven Star Deities, and the master of Asura and Yaksha.

At this time, facing the Seven Stars Heaven is definitely not good news.

However, before Zhang Qi could speak, Guy, who was behind him, trembled and stepped out.

The small figure seemed so insignificant in the face of the mountain-like Ocas.

But he raised his head, tears welling in his eyes, and shouted with all his might:
"Why?!"

"Why are you doing this to us?! We just want to live! My father... and the people in the village... what did they do wrong?! You gods... why are you doing this?!"

The child's voice was choked with sobs, filled with grievance, confusion, and accusation.

He could roughly guess the identity of the man in front of him—the god they once worshipped.

The boy's innocent voice echoed in the silent valley.

Okas's smile faltered slightly.

He looked down at the tiny child who wasn't even as tall as his knee.

Then, an even louder burst of maniacal laughter erupted.

“Hahahahaha!
"You've got guts, kid! You've got real guts!"

Okas's rough laughter shook the rocks.

"You dare to yell at me like that? You're way better than those useless cowards who only know how to kneel and kowtow!"

He slapped his thigh and exclaimed in admiration:
"Commendable courage! I admire you!"

But the next moment.

The smile on his face vanished instantly.

Instead, there was a chilling killing intent that was as real as a physical entity!
That killing intent, like a chilling wind from the deepest hell, instantly enveloped Guy.

"But..."

A battlefield is a battlefield. I don't care if my opponent is a man, a woman, or a little kid like you.

Anyone who stands in my way must die!

Ocas's voice turned low and dangerous.

"Whoa!"

Guy was so terrified by the murderous intent that his legs went weak and he collapsed to the ground, unable to even cry.

Just as Ocas's murderous intent was about to crush this young soul...

A figure, as solid as a rock, stood in front of Guy.

It's Zhang Qi.

He remained silent, but his upright figure seemed to shield him from all malice in the world.

Okas's killing intent struck Zhang Qi as if it had hit an invisible wall, vanishing without a trace.

"Is the mighty Seven Star Heaven only good at bullying children?"

Zhang Qi sighed and spoke.

"Oh?"

Okas's eyes flashed with a sharp light.

He felt it.

The silent man before them exuded an aura completely different from his own, yet equally powerful and suffocating!
It is not simply due to the power of the truth, but rather to the iron will that he, like others, has forged through countless battles and honed amidst mountains of corpses and seas of blood!

Two invisible forces collided violently in mid-air!
boom--!
There were no earth-shattering explosions.

But the air between the two seemed to distort under the strain.

The ground cracked inch by inch around them, and the rubble was crushed into powder by an invisible force!

A fierce wind howled, causing their clothes to flutter loudly!
Hahaha! Great! Excellent!

How long... how long has it been since I felt this way!

Ever since I became this damn Seven Star Heavenly Being, I've been thinking about how to collect mantras every day; my body's practically rusted!

Feeling Zhang Qi's equally formidable aura, Okas laughed instead of getting angry, his laughter filled with unbridled joy!
He stomped his foot so hard that the earth trembled!
"Those guys have all forgotten that we are warriors! Fighting is our foundation!"

The moment he finished speaking, Okas vanished from his spot and reappeared in front of Zhang Qi.

A powerful uppercut sent Zhang Qi flying...

(End of this chapter)