In the dark void, even light seemed to vanish, leaving a world filled with monotony and solitude, fraught with numerous dangers. The chaotic spatial currents that occasionally surged could easily tear apart a Dou Zun (Pillar of Combat) cultivator. Hence, usually, apart from the ancient Void Dragons who wield great mastery over spatial powers, rarely would one find human or other strong beings venturing into this void. While this place might be desolate for others, for the ancient Void Dragons, it was a beneficial training ground. The roiling spatial currents not only honed their command over spatial forces but also, through the strain of those violent eddies, enhanced their extraordinarily tough bodies.
Suddenly, a gleam emerged in the nothingness, drawing the gaze of an observer. Before them hovered a vast island, seemingly suspended in the emptiness…
“Boom! Boom!”
Explosive sounds of intense energy collisions echoed from the colossal island, sending furious waves of brutal power that, with the island at the center, erupted outward like a storm, obliterating everything within miles.
The air around the island was dense with figures on high alert, their sharp gazes scanning every direction. Anyone who dared to emerge from the island was immediately greeted by a barrage of attacks akin to a tempest. This formation, watertight and impenetrable, completely besieged the island.
In the sky above a certain spot of the island, a squad of about twenty people circled, their eyes roving. In the middle sat a burly man, his face cold and stern. This man’s aura was formidable, even surpassing Black Blade, marking him as a peak Ninefold Dou Zun cultivator.
“Whistle.”
The burly man’s keen eyes remained fixed on the island below. Suddenly, he twitched, his eyes darting to the distant void. He sprang to his feet, bellowing, “Attention, someone is approaching!”
No sooner had he spoken than a group of luminous streaks flashed out from the darkness, appearing just a short distance away.
“Black Blade? East Dragon Island’s people, attack!” The burly man’s discerning gaze fell instantly on Black Blade. His face darkened, and he barked the order.
“Yes, sir!” The many figures responded in unison, and a barrage of formidable energy beams shot forth, their combined force impressive.
“Shatter.”
As these beams approached the luminous streaks, a calm voice commanded, and to everyone’s horror, the beams exploded one after another. A terrifying, irresistible force surged from the void, crashing into their bodies with crushing impact.
“Splat.”
This assault was devastating for the defenders from the three dragon islands. Their armor burst into powder, except for the Ninefold Dou Zun peak cultivator, the rest plummeted towards the dragons’ island below.
“Who are you, damned ones?” The burly man, still in shock, roared as he stared at the defense that had been destroyed in an instant.
The luminous streaks dissipated near the burly man, and Xiao Yan stepped forth. His gaze didn’t linger on the burly man but instead swept down to the dragon island. At this moment, East Dragon Island was riddled with scars, with fierce battles erupting everywhere. The rampaging energy made the entire sky seem dimmer.
Though chaos reigned, Xiao Yan could see that the defenses of East Dragon Island had withdrawn to the core Dragon Hall. This central point was the heart of East Dragon Island, meaning that, aside from the area around the hall, the majority of East Dragon Island was under the control of the three dragon islands. The situation was dire indeed.
“Where is Zi Yan?” Scanning the surroundings, Xiao Yan did not spot her. His brows furrowed, but before he could ask, a terrifying surge of energy erupted from the distant void.
Sensing this, Xiao Yan’s expression changed. He looked up and saw a glowing ring resembling a blazing sun hovering in the void. Inside the ring, shadows moved at lightning speed, and with each clash, enormous waves of energy spread out, nearly overturning East Dragon Island with their aftermath.
Xiao Yan’s gaze locked onto the figure inside the ring, his eyes slowly filling with flames, allowing him to penetrate the light and see within. First, he recognized the familiar silhouette with its seductive purple hair. It was none other than Zi Yan, though she had transformed into a full-fledged beauty. Her lithe and graceful form was encased in a dark golden battle armor, accentuating her enticing curves while exuding a chilling allure. Her once youthful face, now more mature, bore the marks of a sovereign’s authority. As the Dragon Empress of the ancient Void Dragons, her true power was awe-inspiring.
Opposite Zi Yan stood three figures, all middle-aged men radiating boundless dominance.
“Are they the three Dragon Kings…?” Xiao Yan’s gaze fixed on the three, his expression grave. He could sense that each one surpassed Yaobing in strength, placing them at least at the Three-Star Dou Sage level.
Inside the light, Zi Yan brandished a dark golden spear, its movements dazzling. Despite the three Dragon Kings combining their efforts, they struggled to gain any significant advantage. Her terrifying power, greatly enhanced by her Dragon-Phoenix constitution, was evident. Compared to Xiao Yan, she had truly ascended, and even more steadily so.
The Dragon-Phoenix, embodying the bloodlines of the ancient Void Dragons and the Heavenly Phoenix, is the ultimate ruler of the magical beast realm. When fully mature, even the legendary Dou Emperor would be no match. However, for now, though her power had surged, she still faced the experienced Three Dragon Kings with some difficulty, her resistance waning fast.
While Xiao Yan was lost in thought, the burly man let out a loud roar. Awakened by the sound, Xiao Yan’s eyes iced over, and he struck, turning the retreating burly man into a cloud of blood.
“He was signaling; more forces from the three dragon islands are coming,” Elder Chulih warned.
“Head for the Dragon Hall first,” Xiao Yan decided, seeing more figures approaching. He dashed toward the hall, and Yaobing and the others followed.
“Stop them!” shouts rang out from the islands, and numerous foes blocked their path.
Xiao Yan sneered, summoning his utmost Dou Qi. Opening his mouth, he unleashed a sea of fire. The intense heat even shocked several Semi-Sages. With Xiao Yan’s current strength, the power of his abnormal fire was many times greater than before. The fire shield he summoned allowed them to pass quickly, and they soon appeared above the Dragon Hall.
“Who are you, daring to disrupt our affairs?” a thunderous roar boomed as a black-faced, giant-ape-like man lunged at Xiao Yan, his fist sapping the air around him.
“Xiao Yan, be careful! He is Xuanmo, the Grand Commander of West Dragon Island, a Two-Star Dou Sage,” Chulih shouted, alarmed.
Xiao Yan waved his sleeve, sending everyone into the Dragon Hall. Turning to face the giant, his body swelled, matching the foe’s height. Ignoring the shocked gazes, he punched straight at Xuanmo.
“Begone!” The moment their fists met, Xiao Yan’s roar thundered across the sky.
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