The Peerless Emperor (TPE)

The immense commotion had shaken the entire Stone Tribe, including the recently arrived Qin Tribe members. Everyone stared in horror at the massive figure.

The giant that had shattered the Stone Tribe's wall was from the Giant Goblin tribe, a race that, like humans, lived in this small world. Standing at a towering height of nearly four meters, the giant exuded a heavy sense of oppression. In front of him, the humans appeared frail and diminutive.

The Giant Goblins bore some resemblance to humans in appearance, but their size was overwhelming.

Additionally, the skin of the Giant Goblins was a pale blue, their muscles taut and perfectly sculpted. The sheer strength that such a body could wield was unimaginable.

With pale blue skin and protruding fangs, the Giant Goblin grinned menacingly. "Hahaha, looks like there's more food here."

As he spoke, the Giant Goblin reached into a massive belt at his waist, pulled out a helpless elderly man, and casually tossed him into his mouth, chewing him up.

Seeing this, the entire Stone Tribe turned pale, their faces etched with terror.

It seemed as if this would be their fate as well.

"That's one of the Giant Goblin warriors who attacked my Qin Tribe! I didn't expect him to come here so quickly!" Qin Xing clenched his fists, filled with hatred as he recognized the giant figure.

"The strength of the Giant Goblins is overwhelming. It usually takes five human warriors of the Revered One's level to barely stand a chance against one Giant Goblin warrior," Shi Yun said quietly, staring at the towering figure.

The Revered One level was equivalent to the Nirvana Realm, and from Lin Qian's perspective, this Giant Goblin's aura indicated it was at roughly the fourth tier of the Nirvana Realm.

Unlike humans, these foreign races lacked soul spirits and the process of Ninefold Nirvana. However, the Giant Goblins had a distinct advantage: their bodies.

Their massive size and physical strength gave them a significant edge in combat.

The humans in this small world, lacking formal training and devoid of soul weapons, were at a clear disadvantage when facing these foreign races.

"My lord, with Qin Xing, myself, Shi Niu, and Shi Meng, that makes four of us. Together with you, we should be able to kill him before the other Giant Goblins arrive," Shi Yun said resolutely, his eyes filled with determination. "Let me be the one to sacrifice myself this time."

"Old Shi…" Qin Xing sighed deeply.

To kill a Giant Goblin warrior, it usually required five human warriors at the same level, with one sacrificing themselves to create an opportunity. This had always been the case, unless the humans had more than five warriors.

"You should calm your people. I'll handle this Giant Goblin on my own," Lin Qian said with a hint of amusement, seeing the grim expressions on Qin Xing and Shi Yun's faces.

The two men were stunned, and Shi Yun urgently tried to persuade him, "My lord, facing a Giant Goblin alone is suicide. By your own classification, you're also at the Revered One level. I can't let our benefactor take such a risk."

"Take a risk? Hahaha…" Lin Qian laughed heartily, as if he had just heard the most ridiculous joke. He then turned and walked toward the water reservoir. "This trash isn't even worth my time."

Qin Xing and Shi Yun exchanged puzzled glances before gritting their teeth and following Lin Qian.

Shi Yun, in particular, had already made up his mind—no matter what, he would protect Lin Qian.

"Huh? Where did all this clear water come from in this tiny human tribe?" The Giant Goblin, Ato, muttered in confusion as he looked down at the water reservoir beneath his feet.

At that moment, he noticed a young human man approaching him.

Ato observed the young human who looked different from the others—clean, unblemished, and with skin that wasn't pale like the others.

"Hey, little thing, you're quite bold. Aren't you going to run away now that your Uncle Ato is here?" the Giant Goblin asked curiously, towering over Lin Qian.

"Why did only you come to the Stone Tribe after attacking the Qin Tribe?" Lin Qian asked coldly, looking up at the Giant Goblin.

By now, Qin Xing and Shi Yun had reached Lin Qian's side. Standing before the towering Giant Goblin named Ato, they felt as if a massive mountain was pressing down on them, almost crushing their spirits.

The history of their people in this small world had left deep psychological scars.

Humans had always been weak, frightened, and resistant in the face of the Giant Goblins, but never had they seen someone like Lin Qian.

To their shock, Lin Qian showed no fear, no submission. Instead, he confronted the Giant Goblin with nothing but disdain.

"Little bug, trying to gather information, are you? And why should I tell you anything?" Ato sneered, rubbing his chin. "How about this? If you cut off your right arm and let me have a taste, I might consider telling you."

Qin Xing and Shi Yun's faces darkened. To the Giant Goblins, humans were nothing more than food!

"Gathering information?" Lin Qian sneered and unleashed his soul force, his voice booming with authority as he shouted, "Don't get it twisted, you trash! I'm ordering you to answer my questions, not spout useless nonsense!"

Lin Qian's voice, laced with soul force, echoed throughout the entire Stone Tribe, causing everyone to look toward the water reservoir in astonishment.

Even Qin Xing and Shi Yun, standing beside Lin Qian, were taken aback by the young man's audacity.

In their experience, humans only feared, fled, or fought desperately against the Giant Goblins. They had never encountered anyone like Lin Qian.

Ato's massive face twisted in surprise, then contorted with rage. "Human! How dare you speak to me like that? You're nothing but livestock to us!"

Boom!

A deafening roar of thunder reverberated across the Stone Tribe, and before anyone could react, a massive arc of lightning shot forth, forming a crescent-shaped blade that sliced through the air.

Slash!

The golden lightning blade cleaved through Ato's shoulder in an instant, leaving a thin line of blood on his exposed skin.

Sizzle!

Blood sprayed from the wound, and the Giant Goblin's massive right arm was severed, crashing to the ground with a heavy thud.

"Arghhh!"

Ato staggered back in agony, clutching his shoulder as blood poured from the wound like a fountain.

A dull yellow soul force erupted from his body, attempting to staunch the bleeding. Desperately, he reached for the pouch at his waist with his remaining hand.

Slash!

Another lightning blade struck, severing Ato's left hand at the fingers, sending a spray of blood into the air.

In an instant, the lightning-imbued hand that Lin Qian had conjured snatched up the pouch, gently placing it behind him.

At that moment, the towering Giant Goblin Ato trembled uncontrollably, overwhelmed by both the pain and the terror he now felt.

All of this was caused by the young human standing before him, bathed in a golden aura of lightning.

When Ato looked into the young man's eyes, all he saw was contempt, disdain, and disappointment.

"Giant Goblins... such a weak race."