"The highest scorer in the second round is Rek," Aunt Xue announced, giving Rek a meaningful glance.
After two consecutive rounds, the participants and their friends and family present began to take notice of the young man named Rek. This unexpected newcomer had disrupted the rhythm of many who were previously confident.
General Muku Tenmu, after a moment of thought, stepped forward to announce again, "The third round will be a test of strength. My son-in-law, General Muku Tenmu, must possess exceptional martial prowess.
Thirteen contestants will engage with me in combat without using heavy machinery or advanced technology. Each of you will face me in the Arena using only Genetic Mech and Cold Weapons. I will suppress my Genetic Mech to match your level of strength.
After ten exchanges, those who are still standing in the Arena will pass. Those who are knocked down or out of the Arena will lose their chance to join my Mu Family.
Rek, you will be the first to challenge me."
As General Muku Tenmu spoke, he held a Crimson sword and walked to the center of the Arena.
Hearing that they would face General Muku Tenmu, the twelve other participants and family members were astonished. Previously, they had been informed that the third round would involve fighting a minor commander from the Sanctuary Base.
It seemed that the sudden appearance of Rek had disrupted the selection for General Muku Tenmu's son-in-law, prompting him to take matters into his own hands to deal with this little trouble.
Just as Rek was about to step onto the Arena to challenge General Muku Tenmu, he was pulled back by Maya.
"Don't rush in just yet. That long sword in my father's hand, the Crimson, is quite formidable; it's the Blood Dragon Sword.
Your current level with your Genetic Mech is too low. If your Bone Blade comes into contact with the Blood Dragon Sword, it will definitely shatter. Let me lend you my long sword!" Maya said worriedly, extending her sword towards Rek.
"Your dad is really something! With such strength, he still uses a divine weapon to try and trap me!
I don't need your long sword. When I arrived, I had my promise for a Reward Demon Blade fulfilled through the Yin Yang Principal. I just need to contact someone at the Sanctuary Base, and they will immediately send me the Demon Blade. Let me reach out to them now," Rek replied as he began dialing his communicator.
"Rek, why aren't you coming up? Are you planning to give up?" General Muku Tenmu coldly questioned from the stage where he stood with his daughter, Maya.
"You're using an exquisite weapon like the Blood Dragon Sword. Isn't that embarrassing? Give me ten minutes; I'll have someone bring me a weapon too. After ten minutes, I'll come up and take care of you," Rek said nonchalantly.
Upon hearing this, General Muku Tenmu was so enraged that he fell silent and simply stood on stage waiting.
About six or seven minutes later, an old man holding a large black knife wrapped in gray cloth approached Rek.
The old man used his Wrist Communicator to scan Rek's Wrist Communicator, confirming his identity before handing over the black knife to Rek.
General Muku Tenmu also recognized this old man, who turned out to be Iron to Steel, a legendary artifact smith who had retired from the Star Alliance Military.
"Iron! What connection do you have with Rek? Didn't you announce your retirement over a decade ago and stop forging Genetic Mech weapons? Why are you giving the Demon Blade to Rek today?" General Muku Tenmu politely asked the legendary artifact smith who had suddenly appeared.
"This Demon Blade was forged years ago and given to Yin Yang Old Monster. Later, Yin Yang Old Monster stored the Demon Blade with me. A few days ago, he mentioned that one of his students would come to retrieve his Demon Blade. I don't know anything else and don't wish to get involved further," the frail old man known as Iron to Steel said as he slowly left the training ground.
However, looking at his frail figure, no one dared to underestimate this legendary smith of the Star Alliance.
Rek tore off the cloth wrapping the Demon Blade, revealing a black knife with a hilt intricately carved with a vivid skull.
"Genetic Mecha Armor Transformation!" After receiving the Demon Blade, Rek immediately initiated the Genetic Mecha Armor Transformation, controlling his right hand to merge his Genetic Mech with the Demon Blade.
The dark green biological armor on his right hand sprouted numerous slender tentacles that wrapped around and covered the Demon Blade. Soon, the Demon Blade disappeared into Rek's right hand.
After a few seconds, the Demon Blade reappeared, now transformed into a dark green color.
"Kid, your speed in merging external weapons is impressive!" General Muku Tenmu remarked with surprise from the Arena.
Normally, merging external weapons takes several hours, especially for top-tier external weapons like this one, which could take days for complete integration and carries certain risks.
This young boy Rek managed to merge this holy-grade Demon Blade in just a few minutes; he must have used some secret technique.
"I can't help it; it's all because this Demon Blade is of such high quality. If I don't hurry, I'm afraid too many people will take notice and cause trouble!" Rek chuckled as he spoke. After taking the Demon Blade, he sensed at least ten cold gazes from outside the arena.
Rek could only use Previous Life, a rapid merging method developed by the Star Alliance's research institution during the later stages of the war against Alien Species, to stimulate a quick fusion between his Genetic Mech and the Demon Blade.
Holding the Demon Blade, Rek then walked slowly toward the Arena.
"Be careful of my father's swordsmanship; he uses the intent of a killing sword. If my father is truly determined to kill you, you can't evade him; you can only confront him head-on to survive within ten moves. If not, jump off the Arena quickly," Maya whispered behind Rek.
Rek nodded in understanding.
"Future Father-in-law, I would like to experience your skills. Please go easy on me, don't accidentally hurt your son-in-law!" Rek said with a smile as he jumped onto the Arena.
General Muku Tenmu looked at Rek's level in the Genetic Mech. Although Rek seemed to be at a low level in his eyes, considering Rek's age, this strength was indeed among the top for his peers.
General Muku Tenmu also adjusted his own Genetic Mech power according to Rek's level, enhancing his armor.
With both hands gripping his sword, General Muku Tenmu stood ten meters away from Rek, and a killing aura began to gather and spread from his body.
Rek felt the surroundings start to grow cold.
In his heart, Rek marveled, "This old guy has actually unleashed the Sword Intent Domain, and he's using it against me!"
Rek's expression grew serious as he spoke, "The Killing Domain of the Sword Intent Domain, Father-in-law, your renowned sword technique. The sword intent combined with your own Genetic Mech extends into a killing skill similar to a talent Ability.
Today, I am fortunate to experience it.
Father-in-law, you really have no shame today for trying to stop me from marrying Maya. You're even using the sword intent barrier against your junior!"
Regarding domain-type sword skills and barriers, Rek had only seen several generals from the Star Alliance use them when fighting powerful Alien Species, and he had never personally faced them in battle.
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