Chapter 659: Special Rules

Chen Xi Sunset, one of the four true Divine Generals of the God Realm, had never in his life experienced such profound humiliation. He never dreamed that the day he would suffer the most disgrace would come at the hands of a group of insignificant "ants" from the lower realm.

If he were to retreat in such a disgraced manner, Chen Xi knew he would be unable to continue his standing in the God Realm.

Yet, compared to his personal pride, the God King's command was inviolable. Chen Xi was left with only one course of action: focus his attack on Xu Yang's companions, those who appeared to have no significant background.

"I refuse to believe it," Chen Xi scoffed, "that every one of these ignorant ants by your side, Xu Yang, possesses a background like Isis's!"

Xu Yang, however, let out a cold, chilling laugh. "Indeed, they do not possess the divine royal bloodline of the Empress. But they have me. As long as I, their leader, stand, I will not allow anyone to harm them in the slightest. Even if the current God King himself were to appear, this rule of mine, Xu Yang's rule, cannot be broken!"

"I stand here today. Try to touch them if you dare!"

As Xu Yang's words faded, the Bone Jade Divine Sword materialized in his hand once more. His aura at this moment was no less formidable than that of any top-tier divine expert in the God Realm.

Had Chen Xi Sunset not known otherwise, he would have found it impossible to believe that the Xu Yang before him was merely a humble human from the lower realm. The commanding aura Xu Yang displayed at that moment far exceeded that of the divine experts accompanying Chen Xi Sunset.

"Xu Yang, don't think that because of the God King's command, I can't do anything to you," Chen Xi warned. "The God King merely instructed me not to harm your life. Inflicting simple punishments upon you is still entirely permissible. If you dare to be so presumptuous again, I will start with you, crippling your combat ability first, and then I will torment your teammates behind you, one by one."

Xu Yang disdained to waste any more words on the man before him. He simply plunged his Bone Jade Divine Sword into the ground, rested his hands on the hilt, and with a cold gaze, beckoned Chen Xi Sunset with a single finger.

"I have said it many times," Xu Yang declared, "everyone by my side is my bottom line. Anyone who dares to touch them, even a single hair, I, Xu Yang, will pursue them to the ends of the earth and the depths of the underworld, ensuring they are utterly shattered and pay the ultimate price!"

At this moment, Long Kun and the others were undoubtedly filled with an overwhelming warmth. They had never regretted becoming Xu Yang's teammates. With such a team leader guiding them, they felt a deep sense of security and loyalty, ready to face any challenge, no matter how daunting. It truly evoked a desire to "carry the jade dragon and die for their lord."

"Hahahaha," Chen Xi Sunset roared with laughter, "a group of lowly human ants! Since you are all so fearless of death, then today, I shall grant your wish!"

No matter how arrogant or conceited Chen Xi Sunset was, his power was undeniable. In an instant, an incredibly brilliant Light Law rapidly condensed around his form.

Even the well-traveled Xu Yang had to admit that the Light Law totem before him was the most complex divine law he had ever encountered. Previously, he had no understanding of Chen Xi Sunset's techniques, but the moment Xu Yang witnessed the Light Law manifest in its most complete form, he clearly realized that a bitter struggle between him and Chen Xi Sunset was inevitable today.

*Rumble!*

The instant the Light Law descended, all light elements in the surrounding space seemed to expand unprecedentedly. The entire world became extraordinarily bright due to the law's manifestation, to the point where it began to affect the vision of Xu Yang's team.

While extreme light provided Chen Xi Sunset with an immense amplification effect, for Xu Yang and his mortal human companions, light amplified to a certain degree could cause surrounding matter to undergo changes—definitely not a positive alteration.

Other aspects might have been manageable, but the impact on their five senses was unavoidable.

"Boss, just give the word, and we will act according to your command," a voice declared. "Whether you ask us to serve as meat shields or make other preparations, we will not hesitate. Today, either Chen Xi Sunset pays the price, or we perish in martyrdom!"

Had these words come from anyone else, Xu Yang might not have been so surprised, but hearing them from Long Kun, Xu Yang felt an extraordinary thrill. Long Kun was, after all, the one person whose transformation Xu Yang had most yearned to witness.

And indeed, Long Kun did not disappoint him.

"Brother, I am truly moved by your words," Xu Yang replied, "but I have already made my stance very clear: in this battle today, as long as I am here, Chen Xi Sunset will not be allowed to harm you in the slightest."

"If you truly wish to do something for me, then calm your minds and comprehend the fluctuations of the Universal Dao laws here. Cultivation is never restricted to a specific time or place; as long as your heart can find tranquility, you can cultivate at any moment!"

"The power of the Light Law is rarely seen by ordinary individuals. I hope you can seize this precious opportunity; to learn in the presence of a powerful adversary is also a form of honor."

Xu Yang's words immediately resonated with Long Kun, Ling Yao, and the others. They all nodded in agreement, then sat cross-legged, quickly entering a state of enlightenment.

Only Empress Isis and Zi Kuang did not need to follow suit. With remarkably synchronized movements, both immediately positioned themselves behind Xu Yang.

Isis's actions were easy to understand; she had stated to others on multiple occasions that she was now a member of Xu Yang's team. However, Zi Kuang had always considered Xu Yang his rival, yet this time, he made his choice without hesitation.

As the saying goes, "When the nest is overturned, no egg remains unbroken," and Zi Kuang certainly understood this principle.

The sole reason Chen Xi Sunset, despite his unparalleled power, was still engaging in this exchange with them was Xu Yang's presence. If Xu Yang were to fall so easily, the others could not possibly hope for a better outcome.

A person of Chen Xi Sunset's stature, having been repeatedly humiliated, would undoubtedly unleash his fury tenfold, even a hundredfold, upon these individuals on the battlefield the moment he had the opportunity.

Although Zi Kuang was arrogant and ambitious, he was no fool. He clearly understood what decision he ought to make in the current situation.

"Hey," Xu Yang remarked casually, "do you two have to look so serious? You're almost making me feel nervous too."

Zi Kuang scoffed in response. "Stop bragging. Even if the sky were to fall, you wouldn't feel an ounce of tension."