Chapter 1814: Star Man’s Master
The Astrok Divine Kingdom was a realm inhabited predominantly by beast people. These beings possessed humanoid forms yet carried distinct animalistic traits—an appearance reminiscent of the Deus Behemoth Race from the Nine Empyrean Suns Universe, albeit significantly weaker.
Life for the citizens of the Astrok Divine Kingdom was relatively peaceful and orderly. Most of their days were spent training diligently and cultivating their spiritual power, dedicating roughly three-quarters of their time toward nurturing their master’s Divine Kingdom. The remaining time was reserved for leisure and rest.
Due to the immense size of a Divine Kingdom, it naturally contained numerous recreational spaces and attractions where cultivators could unwind and release pent-up stress. Such features made the otherwise rigid and disciplined lives of these beings manageable and even pleasant.
However, today their peaceful routine was abruptly shattered. Without any prior warning, a colossal crimson gate suddenly materialized in the heavens above the kingdom. Its size was so extraordinary that it cast a dark shadow over the entire Divine Kingdom, plunging its vast lands into eerie darkness. Every beast person paused, gazing upward in astonishment and fear, unable to comprehend this sudden and overwhelming phenomenon.
Before they could even begin to formulate an understanding or mount a response, an overwhelming force, blending gravity and wind, surged throughout the kingdom. This mysterious energy wrapped around every inhabitant, gently but irresistibly pulling them away from their homes. Although the population numbered in the billions, this strange yet precise power evacuated everyone within ten short minutes, leaving the Divine Kingdom utterly deserted.
Only a heartbeat after the last citizen was evacuated, the crimson gate trembled violently and unleashed an enormous devouring force. An irresistible vortex surged forth, greedily swallowing everything in its path. Under the horrified gaze of the evacuated beast people, their majestic homeland, which had stood proudly for countless millennia, rapidly disintegrated and disappeared entirely into the swirling, crimson abyss.
The evacuees stared in shock, many paralyzed by terror and despair as they watched their beloved kingdom vanish before their very eyes. Yet, this fearful moment did not persist long. A majestic, powerful eye soon appeared in the sky above them, radiating immense authority and a calm, compelling presence that instantly soothed their troubled hearts.
"Leave for the west. Stay united. Seek shelter."
The voice accompanying these words resonated deeply, penetrating into the very souls of the beastpeople. Without hesitation, they immediately obeyed, organizing themselves and migrating toward the western regions. They did not question or doubt the instructions; the sheer power and authority behind that command left no room for hesitation or fear.
Cain watched silently as the citizens moved away, ensuring they were safely departing the imminent battlefield of the Lord of Ages’ domain. Only when the last figure had vanished beyond the horizon did Cain resume his task, systematically devouring the lingering fragments of the Divine Kingdom until nothing remained—not even a speck of residual energy.