"You're trying to win through sheer numbers? Then you've picked the wrong opponent," Goku said flatly, his gaze settling on the deranged figure of Demonstar. From beginning to end, he had never once taken her seriously—or rather, he hadn't taken anyone present seriously at all.
With a casual clench of his right fist, space itself trembled. In an instant, tens of thousands of Soul-Eater Ants were pulverized into nothingness. He waved his hand, and the layers of interwoven space fractured like shattered glass. Within the radius of that collapsing dimensional force, countless Soul-Eater Ants were torn apart, shredded into misty blood-clouds that vanished into the void.
"Using spatial laws is actually quite enjoyable," Goku remarked with a faint smile. He was more than satisfied with his grasp over this realm's spatial rules.
But as he looked at the seemingly endless stream of Soul-Eater Ants surging out of the ocean vortex, his interest quickly waned.
"Well then... if you're all so eager to die, I'll oblige you."
With that, black flames erupted from his body, sweeping outward in a wave of apocalyptic destruction. The searing heat was so intense, it even tore cracks through the fabric of space itself. The swarming millions of Soul-Eater Ants were instantly engulfed by the black inferno, turning to charred husks and crashing into the sea with wet thuds. Within moments, the once-blue waters turned ink-black, radiating an eerie darkness.
Some corpses hit the rocky ground instead and shattered. As the wind stirred, they disintegrated into clouds of dark ash that drifted across the sky, so dense they began to choke the very air.
Goku frowned slightly and immediately withdrew the Nihility devouring Flame. Its destructive power was indeed immense, but it left behind too many unpleasant remains that muddied the atmosphere.
With a thought, the Eye of God opened silently.
Starlight spun within his right eye. Where his gaze landed, the black flames blazed to life once more, instantly engulfing everything within several miles. Anything touched by the flames—be it matter, energy, or even air—was annihilated in an instant. The black smoke from the earlier corpses vanished. Even the surrounding ocean boiled and evaporated at an alarming rate under the flames' wrath.
"If you want to erase every trace, Amaterasu really is the best tool for the job," Goku said calmly.
In mere moments, the terrifying Soul-Eater Ant army, once feared across the continent, was reduced to ash. Had one not witnessed it with their own eyes, it would've been impossible to believe such a thing could happen.
To unleash Amaterasu on such a massive scale would have drained the spiritual energy and ocular power of any other person, killing them in the backlash. But for Goku, it was barely a drop in the ocean.
The raging black flames soon reached the enormous ocean vortex. Wave after wave of Soul-Eater Ants shot out—only to dive headfirst into the inferno and be incinerated on the spot.
In just seconds, the ant horde was no different than moths rushing to a bonfire—completely annihilated before they could even take action.
For Goku, they weren't even a warm-up.
"No... No way... How could such a being exist?" Demonstar's voice trembled. "That's my ant army! The very force that shook the entire continent! Why... why are they so utterly powerless?! You're not human! You can't be!"
Goku turned to face her, eyes calm and voice serene. "You're right. I'm not."
"I'm a God."
His tone was absolute.
"And when you offend a god... your fate is sealed. This began because of me—so I'll be the one to end it."
He raised his hand slowly and focused his gaze on Demonstar.
Black flames surged forth again.
She was instantly engulfed.
"No—!"
Her screams pierced the air. Her Dou Qi flared desperately in defense, but even her power was devoured by the mysterious black fire. It consumed everything—flesh, energy, spirit.
She begged.
She cried.
She screamed for mercy.
But Goku remained indifferent. This woman was too twisted, too dark-hearted. She wasn't even human—just a bloodthirsty magical beast in humanoid form. Her mind held only slaughter. To her, lives were less than ants. She was simply too dangerous to exist.
But that wasn't the main reason Goku killed her.
The real reason was: at the end of it all, she still wanted him dead.
Once you show killing intent—be prepared to die in turn.
Even if you're a woman.
An enemy is an enemy. And enemies must be destroyed without mercy.
As Demonstar was consumed completely, leaving behind not even ash, Qing Yun and Bloodrobe watched in terror. When Goku turned to look at them, they nearly bolted on the spot. Their Dou Qi surged reflexively to protect themselves. Their bodies were tense, terrified that the black flames would suddenly appear on them next.
"You're Qing Yun, right? You wanted revenge for that turtle? I'll give you a chance," Goku said blandly.
He had clearly sensed Qing Yun's earlier hostility.
Qing Yun nearly collapsed in fear. He quickly bowed, his tone filled with flattery, "You must be joking, my lord! Even if I had a hundred lives, I wouldn't dare face you! Yes, I knew that turtle once, but I'm not ready to die over it! I'm at the end of my life anyway—I just want to live out my final days in peace. Please, have mercy."
Goku gave him a faint glance and said nothing more. He could sense that Qing Yun's life force was nearly depleted—he had maybe a year left at most. Goku didn't feel like wasting time on a dying man.
Seeing Goku turn away, Qing Yun finally exhaled. Just standing under that oppressive presence had pushed him to the brink of a mental breakdown. Meanwhile, Bloodrobe, who had been largely ignored, felt a surge of relief. Being ignored meant safety.
With Demonstar's death, the Soul-Eater Ants that had been surging out of the sea vortex finally began to calm. They retreated like the tide, and not a single one charged forward again.
But outside... things were far worse.
Without their Queen, the Soul-Eater Ants scattered across the continent had gone berserk. With no leadership, they descended fully into mindless beasts. All that remained was instinct—consume, kill, repeat. Everywhere they passed, bones piled up. Nothing was spared.
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The enormous whirlpool on the sea's surface gradually calmed, and the flood of Soul-Eater Ants finally ceased. As Goku's divine eye glimmered, the black flames blanketing the sea evaporated without a trace.
Goku rose into the air, his gaze sweeping downward. A thousand meters below him sat the massive ancient Soul-Eater Nest. With a wave of his hand and a deep rumble, the entire structure vanished from view—sealed neatly into his World Ring.
The moment the nest disappeared, the surrounding seawater surged toward the center of the sunken cliff like a wild beast unleashed. Towering waves crashed against the scorched cliffs with relentless force. The rock walls trembled, unable to withstand the furious assault. Without the protection of the ancient formation that once stabilized the area, the entire cliffside began collapsing under the torrent.
"What a pity. There were still some useful things down there... What a waste." Goku shook his head slightly, somewhat regretful as he watched the cliff vanish beneath the rising tide.
"My lord, if it's treasures you seek, I believe Lord Qing Yun's Dragon Palace has no shortage,"
Bloodrobe chimed in with a casual smile, casting a sidelong glance at Qing Yun. "After all, underwater realms are known for their wealth—rare herbs, ancient items. And let's be honest, Lord Qing Yun doesn't have long to live… keeping it all would be a waste, wouldn't you agree?"
Bloodrobe's tone was calm, but his words hit like daggers.
Qing Yun's face twitched with rage. If Goku weren't standing right there, he'd have lunged at Bloodrobe on the spot.
But Bloodrobe's bait had already worked—Goku looked intrigued.
Seeing Goku turn to him, Qing Yun had no choice but to put on a smile and bow. "If my lord doesn't mind, you're welcome to visit my humble abode."
On the surface, he remained calm. But in his heart, he was cursing Bloodrobe's ancestors down to eighteen generations.
That damn smile… how he wanted to punch it off his face.
"Dragon Palace, huh? That sounds fancy. Alright, let's have a look," Goku said, grinning. He shot Bloodrobe a look of approval, clearly pleased with the suggestion.
Bloodrobe beamed. That one glance made everything worth it. Offending Qing Yun was nothing compared to gaining Goku's favor. With a powerhouse like Goku on his side, the benefits could be endless.
"This way, my lord." Qing Yun forced a bow and turned toward the distant coastline. In the distance stood a lonely island—the Dragon Palace, which had emerged from the sea along with Qing Yun himself earlier.
From afar, it hadn't seemed particularly impressive. But now that they were close, Goku was genuinely stunned.
The entire island was enclosed in a transparent barrier, keeping the ocean at bay. At its center stood a crystalline palace—magnificent, extravagant, and radiant with gemstones and pearls. The walls shimmered with opalescent luster, and the surrounding coral gardens gleamed with colorful brilliance.
The outer columns were adorned with moonstones, casting a dreamlike glow. The walkways were paved with flawless blue crystals. It was luxury in its purest form—majestic and unrestrained.
"Holy crap… I didn't really notice before, but this place is more luxurious than an imperial palace!" Goku muttered, eyes gleaming with interest. He glanced around the palace, clearly already forming some bold ideas.
Qing Yun felt his heart stop.
That look—he knew exactly what Goku was thinking.
He gritted his teeth and glared at Bloodrobe, who returned a smug, unapologetic grin. Stare all you want, his eyes seemed to say. It's not like I'm going to get pregnant from it.
Bloodrobe was loving this. Watching Qin Yun's frustrated expression was a kind of joy in itself.
And what could Qing Yun do? Absolutely nothing. His power was nowhere near Goku's, and even Bloodrobe, though weaker, had now cozied up to a godlike figure. Qing Yun could only sigh internally. He wasn't just losing his home—he was being robbed right in front of his face.
'Forget it. I'm an old man now. What's the point in clinging to this stuff? Can't take it with me.'
With a deep sigh, Qing Yun straightened his back and smiled with rare generosity. "My lord, if you like this place, you're welcome to take it. After I'm gone, it'll just be left to rot anyway."
Better to give it freely than have it snatched away. At least this way, he might leave a decent impression.
"Oh? Didn't expect you to be so generous!"
Goku's eyes sparkled. "In that case, I won't hold back."
He had already planned to take the place—now he didn't even need to bother asking.
"Both of you, step out. I'm taking this whole island," Goku said casually.
"Uh... my lord, don't you want to look around first?" Bloodrobe asked, slightly dumbfounded. This place was packed with treasures, and he'd hoped to sneak a peek before it disappeared.
"Look around? With two guys like you? Nah. I'll tour it later with my lovely wives. That'll be way more fun," Goku said with a grin.
"..." Both Qing Yun and Bloodrobe were speechless.
Not daring to argue, the two quickly flew out of the palace.
Goku soared upward as well, and with a flick of his will, his immense soul force enveloped the entire island.
A deep hum echoed across the ocean. Waves churned as the island began to rise—slowly, steadily—out of the depths.
Massive torrents of seawater crashed away as the landmass heaved from the seabed.
Qing Yun and Bloodrobe stared in utter shock. To lift such an enormous island with pure soul power—what kind of monster was this man?
'No wonder he could erase the intelligence of the Soul-Eater Nest's True Spirit so effortlessly. His spiritual power alone was beyond comprehension.'
The luxurious island continued its rise amid roaring waves. Then, as the surrounding space twisted and shimmered, it began to disappear, piece by piece—absorbed into a dimensional pocket Goku had casually created.
Qing Yun and Bloodrobe watched in silence.
They didn't even bother asking where Goku had put the island. That kind of space manipulation was unheard of. No one they'd ever met could create and seal such massive space on a whim.
But for Goku?
Nothing was impossible.
The sea crashed over the spot where the Dragon Palace had once stood. Qing Yun stared at the now-empty waters, feelings mixed. That palace had been his home for nearly a thousand years—and now, it was gone.
How could he not feel a pang of pain?
He had gone from a life of comfort to having nothing at all. No palace. No servants. Not even a bed.
Still, he consoled himself with the fact that he'd at least salvaged his most valuable items into his spatial ring before the island was taken.
"Alright, that's done. Time to move on," Goku said, clapping the dust from his hands. Without another word, he turned and flew toward the great ocean vortex in the distance.
"Sigh… wasted trip," Bloodrobe muttered. He gave Qing Yun a half-hearted salute and chuckled. "Well then, Lord Qing Yun... I'll be going now."
"Go. Just go. Looking at you makes me sick," Qing Yun snapped, waving him off.
Bloodrobe shrugged, unbothered. He knew he'd basically tricked Qing Yun into giving up his entire domain—but who cared? That look on Qing Yun's face was worth it.
Bloodrobe also flew off, following Goku toward the vortex.
As they soared upward, Goku emerged above Netherlake, hovering high in the sky.
His eyes swept across the ruined land below.
The once-majestic Magical Beast Mountain Range was now in ruins. Thick smoke hung in the air. Trees were shattered. Skulls and bones littered the ground. The overwhelming stench of blood permeated the wind.
The Soul-Eater Ants were gone—but the devastation they left behind was catastrophic.
Bloodrobe appeared beside Goku and sighed.
"The Soul-Eater Ants... truly are a force of calamity. Look at what they did to this once-glorious mountain range... nothing but wreckage now."
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