Shadow of the Beautiful World

Who would object to Merlin's request?

nobody!

Not even Orm himself objected.

The battle for the throne was originally a tradition in Atlantis. In order to prevent the successor from being a weak person, after the catastrophe of the Great Fall, the Atlantis royal family had this cruel inheritance.

The most powerful one is eligible for the throne.

And Arthur and Namor do have the blood of the royal family of Atlantis, and they are qualified to challenge the heir to the throne of Orm.

But Merlin has also explained.

This matter will only end in the infighting of the three brothers, and he will not participate in it himself.

This made Orm seize hope again.

For a person of Merlin's status, what he said in public cannot be changed.

In other words, even if he has offended the Lord of Hell and the King of Vainglory, as long as Aum can defeat his brother and cousin.

As long as he can defend his throne under the watchful eyes of the people of Atlantis, he can still complete his coronation today.

With the mages of Karma Taj as witnesses and the power of the Supreme Being intervening, Aum didn't need to worry about Merlin's repentance.

He still has a chance!

Although it seems very slim, he still has a chance!

Ring of Fire.

This is the place where the underwater people of Atlantis used to duel. It is the relic left after the collapse of the ancient city in the first era. The environment here is very strange, and underground magma and sea water coexist in it.

It's like a classic scene from a fantasy story.

Merlin's decision was reckless.

Under the gladiatorial platform of the Ring of Fire, in the preparation room, Vico said solemnly to Arthur who was about to fight in the first match:

I know you think that uncle of yours is helping you, but he doesn't understand Orm's strength. You have only been training since you were 8 years old, but Orm has been training since he could walk. He is a fighter and The commander-in-chief is active in the Frontier Corps.

Vico is Arthur's teacher.

He didn't really want to see Atlanta's two sons facing each other, he persuaded:

Listen to me, Arthur, Orm broke through the legend a few years ago, the power he can gain in the sea is unimaginable, you

Needless to say, teacher.

Arthur put on a set of heavy armor for combat, and picked up a helmet in the style of an ancient Roman soldier on the wooden stand next to him. He said to Vico without looking back:

During the years we were apart, I also had my life on land. I fought many heroes, and I also had my strength.

bass

Arthur put on his helmet and grabbed the golden trident at hand. The weapons made by Zhenjin and Urukin shone deadly in the sea water.

Touching his weapon, he said to Vico:

Legend, a few months ago, so did I.

I believe in you, but I also believe in my uncle. If Merlin thinks I won't lose, then I really won't lose to Aum. Don't worry, teacher, I won't kill him.

Arthur looked back at Vico and said:

After all, he is my younger brother. Although he does not admit it, he cannot deny the blood connection. I also heard that he is preparing to go to war on land? How stupid!

Arthur snorted. He waved the trident and brought up streams of water. He said:

As far as his army is concerned, it's not enough for Clark alone, and my powerful, peace-loving aunt I'm just trying to stop him from doing stupid things.

Do you really want to be king?

Vico looked at the disciple he hadn't seen for many years, and he saw Arthur's growth, which made him very relieved, after all, he lived up to Atlanta's advice.

But Vico still asks:

Arthur, do you really want to obey Merlin's wishes and become the ruler of this underwater kingdom?

No.

Arthur waved his hand and said casually:

I don't think about it at all, I have no feelings for this place, teacher, this matter has nothing to do with the throne.

It's not me who's going to be king, I'm not king material, I know it, but Namor, my cousin, is a good fit.

Namor?

Vico's expression changed, he grabbed Arthur's hand, and he said:

I'd rather you become the king. Namor is a gloomy man. Just because he treats you well doesn't mean he's fit to rule a country. He has radical ideas, Arthur, and he'll make Atlantis a mess. Earth turned upside down!

Isn't that good?

Arthur responded calmly:

When I stepped into this city, I was really attracted by the gorgeous appearance here at first, but soon, I could smell the terrible decay here

I don't particularly crave freedom, nor do I have any aversion to the monarchy.

But teacher, this city needs to change, and so does this country. It is just the residue of the magnificent civilization of the first era. You are just pretending to be advanced and developed.

You are still immersed in the glory of the past, but you dismiss the changes in the world. The smart people on the land have realized that the era of change has come, but how do you say it?

Arthur reached out and patted Vico on the shoulder, he turned and swam to the arena, his voice lingered in the preparation room.

He said:

Change is not a bad thing, sir.

The changes brought about by Brother Namor can at least make you realize that you are no longer the masters of the world. You were no longer the masters of the world when the Great Fall happened thousands of years ago.

War? Tch, what a stupid idea!

In the surge of sea water, Arthur, holding a golden trident, rushed out of the ring-shaped stone platform like a nimble fish, and appeared on the gladiator platform amidst the creaking sound of scorching magma colliding with sea water.

All directions were filled with undersea people who had rushed over, and those strange-looking guys hissed in unison.

It seems they don't like princes from land.

They prefer their princes.

Arthur didn't care about the overwhelming boos and jeers around him. He was suspended in the water flow of the stone platform. The lion-like young man looked at Orm, who was holding a silver trident and wearing a silver armor in front of him.

That is his brother.

The eyebrows and eyes of the two are very similar, both inherited from their mothers.

But other than that, the two have little in common.

It's like a rude tramp against a classy noble brother.

Om.

Arthur looked at Aum's cold eyes, he didn't start to attack immediately, he held the golden trident, and there was a gentle light in his eyes.

Before starting the fight, he had to tell his strange brother and relatives the emotions he had hidden in his heart for more than ten years.

Ever since Vico told me about your existence, I've always wanted to meet you.

Arthur's fingers were moving, and the golden trident hummed crisply in his hand. He said:

I was very happy when I learned that I have a younger brother who lives in the sea. I know that the two of us grew up in very different environments. I am the son of the tower keeper, and you are born to be His Royal Highness.

But what does it matter? We share the same blood

no the same!

Orm held the trident in both hands in the water, and he stared at Arthur with no extraneous look in his eyes.

He said:

You're just a bastard is the most shameful symbol in a mother's life.

I love my mother. On the day she left my life, I was beyond hopeless, but you know? Arthur, the person I love the most died because of your existence!

I should have grown up under my mother's attention, ascended to the throne, and I should have lived my life happily, but because of you, all this has left me.

You are my enemy, Arthur, my mother died because of you! Even if I am not the throne, I will go to you, and I will get rid of you with my own hands, and get rid of the only stain in my mother's perfect memory!

hum

All Arthur's words were stuck in his throat.

He raised the golden trident in his hand somewhat dejectedly, and said:

It wasn't me who killed my mother, it was your cruel father, and fortunately he is already dead.

I don't want to argue with you anymore. You take your real enemy as your father and let that tyrant shape you into what you are now.

You are the disgrace in my mother's life!

The light in Arthur's eyes grew cold, and he said:

We see each other as the biggest mistake in life, so come on bro.

Let's fix this mistake!

Just today!

The big octopus that was beating the jazz drum in the parade raised its head and glanced fearfully at the suspended black figure in front of the VIP table.

It saw Merlin lift his finger, so the octopus lifted the drumsticks wrapped around its tentacles. Amidst the low and slightly ghostly beating sound, the note representing the start of the battle rolled and exploded at this moment.

ah!

Orm uttered a battle cry, and like a fired shell, amidst the cheers of countless sea people, he grabbed his weapon and rushed towards Arthur.

The latter grabbed the trident presented by Merlin, and in the tumbling seawater like a ring, with the sound of violent shocks, the two weapons collided fiercely.

Arthur was pushed back a few steps, but stood firmly on the edge of the platform.

He looked at Orm, and Orm looked at him.

The two brothers, entangled in grievances and resentments, are fighting for life and death today from the same blood.

The two lives shaped by the tragedy collide, no matter life or death, they only want to win.

The battle for the throne has officially begun!

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In the observation room on the top floor of the Ring of Fire, Merlin stood with his hands behind his back, standing in front of the blue light curtain that stood like glass, but was actually shaped by high-pressure water.

He looked down at Orm and Arthur's fight to the death.

The silver and gold trident brought brilliant water light, and the two men's fighting postures were also very majestic. Every time the weapons collided, the entire arena cheered and resounded from the bottom of the sea.

It is indeed wonderful.

But for Merlin, this is a bit too boring.

After all, it was just a battle of legends.

It's like children fighting and fighting, how can adults care?

Master Gu Yi, how are you doing recently?

he asked suddenly.

Behind him, wearing a long hood and a dark red robe, the Mage King who had met Merlin before bowed his head and replied:

Master is very good. She has been traveling in the starry sky recently, but before she leaves, she told us to pay attention to the strange affairs on the east coast.

If you want to ask, just ask.

Merlin says:

There's no need to beat around the bush. That's right, the things over there were ordered by me. Will this make Kama Taj feel offended?

No, not at all.

Wang replied:

We're actually happy to see restless aliens being reassured, but that Second Monster Dynasty

Aren't you worried that it won't be able to lose its tail? We noticed that while the rebellious aliens on the east coast were being suppressed, the queen of monsters seemed to be planning to reconnect with the aliens in Europe.

Wang glanced at Merlin's back, and said:

Perhaps, it is really possible for aliens to have their own civilization system again in this era, and then confront human civilization again.

Why should I worry?

Merlin played with his long black hair, he said:

Although humans always claim to be the masters of the world, spellcasters like us should understand that this world has never been the property of humans.

The healthy competition of civilizations will make the world move forward steadily. Taking a step back, if human beings cannot adapt to this challenge from ancient civilizations, then defeat and extinction, isn't that what it should mean?

With all due respect, Mr. Wang, perhaps Karma Taj should pay more attention to some of his own internal affairs than these things.

Lord Raven said softly:

For example, the candidate for the supreme mage battle, Master Gu Yi should have told you about this? Who are you going to send to participate?

Master Mordu has earned the right to participate on behalf of Karma Taj.

Wang replied:

Although we don't understand why the Supreme Being should leave this important matter to someone other than Karma Taj

See what you say.

Merlin chuckled lightly, and said:

It is the Supreme Master who established Karma Taj, this does not mean that the position of Supreme has to be alternated in the Karma Taj system all the time, I say something offensive, in your group today

Is anyone really qualified to take over the mantle of Master Gu Yi?

Maharaja shook his head, he said bluntly:

Master Gu Yi protected you very well, I hope you will not disappoint her this time, I have never seen that Modu, but if his strength is similar to yours, then I suggest that he should focus on Good practice.

Don't underestimate other candidates, otherwise you will lose the noble title of Holy Land.

Wang and several other representative mages were startled.

After a while, Master Wang raised his head, his face was full of flesh, he looked like a bad guy, but in fact he was a very gentle person. Wang gritted his teeth and said to Merlin:

Your Majesty, between you and the Supreme, are you preparing for a major event that we can't fathom?

right!

Merlin didn't deny it.

He looked at the arena below where the outcome was about to be decided, and he said:

Everything I do is for the big plan, including my appearance here, including this change of throne, including those things I will do in the future

You don't have to be wary of me, I'm not your enemy.

You don't need to guess what I think, when you reach that level, you will naturally know.

Now, watch the battle quietly.

The winner is about to be decided.

The new king is about to be crowned