Waldo let out a cold snort and flew away into the distance. In this age, there were no airplanes left for use, and at most, there were helicopters. However, Waldo had no intention of boarding a helicopter. Their speed couldn’t compare to his own flight speed.

Without holding back, Waldo unleashed his maximum speed. Instantly, he reached a flying speed close to 700 kilometers per hour and headed directly west.

His first target was Thunder City, which he learned from Alanna and Helen was hosting a secret meeting in the near future. The lords and deputy lords of various cities that aligned themselves with Thunder City were expected to attend the gathering.

Two days later, Waldo arrived at Thunder City. Thunder City was the world’s second-largest city, only surpassed in scale and population by Dawn City.

It boasted excellent infrastructure, and in the West Region, it was the largest city.

Lees had constructed it, and his influence in the West Region had once elevated Thunder City to the position of the world’s largest city, overshadowing even Dawn City for a brief period. However, its glory was short-lived.

In its heyday, Lord Lees tragically fell during his fierce rivalry with Waldo. From then on, Thunder City entered a period of decline.

Fortunately, at that time, Waldo had just reached level 100 and lacked the energy to eliminate Lees’s old associates, allowing them to survive. As the news of Waldo’s alleged death beneath the sea gradually spread, many within Thunder City began to stir with ambitions.

Additionally, the various cities that had formerly attached themselves to Thunder City and considered Thunder City their leader were also filled with ambitious individuals.

On that day, many people, disguised in peculiar attire, completely concealed themselves, exuding a powerful aura, entered Thunder City. They seamlessly made their way into the City Lord’s residence, leaving many survivors of Thunder City puzzled and bewildered.

However, there were also those who could surmise what was happening.

"It seems like the high-ranking officials from various cities are here for a major event. This could be the formalization of their alliance, getting ready to go after Dawn City."

"It looks like the world is about to change again! Is Waldo really dead? If he’s not, we’re in deep trouble."

"With this situation, Waldo is most likely dead. How could anyone survive underwater for such a long time? You know how dangerous the depths of the sea are. Besides, it’s said that Waldo entered a sea area where strange occurrences happened, making it even more perilous."

The survivors of Thunder City spoke in hushed tones, afraid of being discovered, as punishment was inevitable if they were found out.

Similarly, they dared not spread the word about the situation, as the consequences would be dire. There had been instances of people being branded as traitors and executed in the cruelest of fashions.

Within Thunder City’s City Lord’s residence, Cole, the newly appointed City Lord, sat in the central seat. He was currently in a meeting with other city lords and deputy city lords from various major cities.

Cole was Lees’s younger brother. After Lees’s death, he had immediately taken over as the ruler of Thunder City, having been second in power only to Lees within the city.

All of the attendees were leaders of the most influential cities in the West Region, with Lees having been a dominant figure in the region and amassing considerable prestige.

Cole glanced at the dozen or so city lords who had gathered. They were all the highest authorities in the major cities of the West Region.

"Is everyone here?" Cole inquired.

They were all leaders, with a few having their own territories and some serving as deputy leaders.

Lees had dominated the West Region, accumulating substantial influence. When he passed away, it was only natural that Cole would take up his mantle. The meeting quickly commenced.

According to the latest intelligence, Waldo has not returned so far. This implies that the probability of Waldo’s death is steadily increasing. In addition, our spies within Dawn City have also reported. Up to this day, there is no news of Waldo’s return from the entirety of Dawn City.

I believe that Waldo has most likely met his demise in the depths of the sea or is at the brink of death down there. Cole asserted. Lastly, he dropped a bombshell of news.

"Did you not notice that not long ago, Waldo’s name disappeared from the global combat power ranking list?"

As this statement was made, a resounding shock rippled through everyone present. Waldo’s name vanished from the global combat power ranking list?

"Is this true? Did Waldo’s name really disappear from the combat power ranking list? If this information is accurate, then the world is about to undergo a complete upheaval!"

"Is Waldo’s era truly coming to an end? This is tremendous news for all of us!"

All the people were left in shock and disbelief. Subsequently, they were eager to check the global combat power ranking list.

Sure enough, one by one, their eyes widened. Waldo’s name had disappeared from the global combat power ranking list! What does this signify? The people present were now breathing heavily.

This means that Waldo has genuinely met his end! Because only the deceased have their names disappear from the global combat power ranking list! There is no other possibility!

Indeed, the rumors were true!

Some of the city lords had an excited look on their faces, and they appeared quite animated.

"Haha, I told you so! Waldo must be dead, there’s no mistake now!"

"The update of the global combat power ranking list has some delay, so just because Waldo’s name disappeared from it recently, it doesn’t mean that he died recently. He might have been dead for a few days already!"

The various city lords present engaged in lively discussions. Their current mood was unprecedentedly excited.

Waldo is dead! The man who made the whole world tremble has finally met his end!

For them, this was an incredibly thrilling piece of news!

"This is great! We must quickly discuss and formulate a specific plan, ensuring that we unite more people and take Dawn City as soon as possible!"

"Absolutely! Dawn City is the number one city in the world. Its population and resources are the most abundant! Whoever possesses Dawn City will control everything!"

"Agreed!"

Soon, the people present tried to calm down their excitement and began discussing the specifics.

Meanwhile, there was a massive earthquake in the public channel!

Millions of survivors worldwide were incredibly shocked by this news!

Naturally, they were paying attention to the global combat power ranking list.

When the list was refreshed, they were astonished to find that Waldo’s name had disappeared from it!

"Waldo, who is he? He’s the most powerful in the world, the only level 100!"

"And now, suddenly, we can’t find his name!"

"He’s not in the top ten!"

"Or even in the top 100!"

"What does this mean?"

"It means Waldo is dead!"

"Dead in the sea?!"

"I can’t believe it! What kind of dangers could exist in the ocean that not even Waldo could survive? It’s terrifying!"

"Waldo really died? The rumors are true!"

"No, I don’t believe it! Waldo couldn’t have died!"

"Well, this is the reality; let’s not delude ourselves!"