Myriad Realms Gatekeeper

Duke of Destruction, Mel.

This is an extremely terrifying existence.

The destruction of many planets and worlds was masterminded by him.

He commanded many, and the magical beasts he raised were powerful and ferocious, known for their cruelty and infamous deeds.

But he died.

Died at the hands of an unknown newcomer.

Everyone was unconvinced.

Yet—

The Will of Destruction personally descended upon the End of the World Castle and declared his legendary feats.

It had been many years since someone was personally endorsed by the Will of Destruction.

Perhaps he was really strong?

People hesitated, wavering.

At this moment.

The new Duke died.

He was stabbed to death at the port.

Died very sloppily.

According to the rules, when any Destruction Servant dies, everything he owns is inherited by his killer.

So.

The person who killed Duke Mel, the one standing on the platform of the Will of Destruction—

He was killed by a young boy.

The boy became the Duke.

—It sounds a bit convoluted.

But the fact is, an unknown boy became the new Duke, inheriting all of the Duke's assets.

Everyone was a bit unable to react.

With things happening at such a breakneck pace, where can you even find logic?

—Just get rid of him already!

Why should he be allowed to gain everything the Duke built over the years!

Does he even deserve it?

In the End of the World Castle.

Numerous factions were restless, countless Destruction Servants were scheming.

But Shen Ye knew nothing of these things.

He didn't even know how fast word had spread!

At this moment.

He was still at the port, waving at the Ship of Destruction.

"Come over here!"

He shouted.

Secretary Brenna stood beside him, her hands tightly covering her mouth.

Is it really that easy to kill a Duke?

Should I give it a try too?

Brenna took a few deep breaths, desperately calming her murderous thoughts.

No.

I'm absolutely not suited to be a Duke.

Just thinking about the Duke's enemies, the vast subordinate organization, the countless assets, and the unruly beasts that don't obey orders—

Brenna immediately calmed down.

—Without strength, it's simply impossible to hold on.

Even the boy who killed Duke Peiqi bluntly said: "This isn't an easy task; you must kill yourself to make it work."

You see, he knew that being a Duke would lead to a dangerous situation, perhaps even death.

But he couldn't restrain his greed!

I, Brenna, restrained myself!

I can survive!

"Respected Duke, may I know how to address you? Do you have any instructions?"

Brenna respectfully curtsied.

Shen Ye glanced at her, somewhat surprised.

What?

You don't recognize me?

I'm just a bit younger.

...No.

I am now in the Truth Void, in the Multi-layered Universe, looking like the boy Shen Ye from the Death Planet!

This boy, Shen Ye, compared to me on Earth, looks completely different!

Though he's handsome, he's a tad bit less than my true form!

So—

This woman thinks Duke Peiqi has been killed?

I am Peiqi!

Ugh.

Kinda hard to explain.

Forget it.

"I'll chat with this ship first, and then we'll discuss other matters later."

Shen Ye said to the secretary.

He looked again at the Ship of Destruction, raised the contract in his hand, and loudly declared:

"Are you trying to back out? Know this, it's the Destruction Contract!"

"The contract is witnessed by the Will of Destruction itself!"

"Have a sense of responsibility!"

Without saying more, these words angered the metallic ship.

"Bastard!"

The Ship of Destruction roared in fury:

"Who's the one cheating here! You are the true swindler!"

"I should never have gotten involved with you!"

"You damned liar!"

It seemed to erupt emotionally, saying many things in one breath.

Shen Ye could somewhat understand.

If he were bound to a master-servant contract by some ant, he would also feel suffocated.

Let it rage.

It's just verbal cheap shots anyway.

But—

There's one thing that needs doing.

"Hey, you've already joined Destruction, hand over all the 'Natural Evolution' elements you have left to me."

Shen Ye quietly transmitted.

"Don't even think about it!" The Ship of Destruction roared, its voice shaking the void.

Now Shen Ye was also annoyed.

"You ship, have no sense of contract spirit, so don't blame me then!" He raised the contract in his hand.

The contract activated instantly.

Boundless and immense destruction aura descended from the heavens.

The Will of Destruction landed on the contract, stayed for an instant, then swiftly returned to the void, disappearing.

However, new tiny black letters appeared on the contract:

"The Duke has met the kill requirements."

"The contract is fulfilled."

"If the creation does not comply with the contract arrangements, the creation will be completely erased."

The contract was just a thin piece of paper.

But at this moment, it emitted a slight tremor, as if an invisible string was linking and connecting to the endless Destruction Tribulation in the depths of the void.

If anyone were to break it—

No matter who they are, they would immediately be erased by the Destruction Tribulation!

The Ship of Destruction fell silent.

To live?

Or to die?

This is an eternal quandary.

If the Ship of Destruction were not afraid of death, it wouldn't have sided with the Destruction Tribulation.

But at this moment today, the hatred in its heart has surpassed the fear of death.

"I'd rather die—"

"Wait!" Shen Ye interrupted it, "If you want to die, you absolutely can't die so easily!"

"What do you mean?" The Ship of Destruction asked.

"Your promised commitments were not fulfilled, and I spent significant effort, consumed large sums of money, and wasted precious time because of your promises!" Shen Ye said.

"Nonsense! What did you spend for killing yourself? Just one slash!" The Ship of Destruction argued angrily.