Chapter 1220: Extinguishing the Dragon

Chapter 1221: Slaying the Dragon

A world-shaking immortal glow emerged, fully unleashing its undying radiance. This was an unparalleled domineering presence that struck even Great Sages with terror, shaking the past and present.

The Eastern Wasteland, Central Plains, Southern Ridge, and other regions all erupted in turmoil. Countless powerhouses roared, wondering if a Quasi-Emperor had truly emerged in this era without an Emperor.

The battle had progressed to a point where all races were alarmed. News spread through domain gates to every corner of the world, and everyone knew that Ye Fan and the Human Devil were attacking the Myriad Dragon Nest.

This shocking showdown had escalated to the astonishing revelation of an ancient Emperor, utterly incredible and astonishing to the human realm!

"It's terrifying. The ancient races possess unfathomable reserves; to think such supreme beings still exist is truly shocking."

"The Immortal Ascension Road is about to open. A Quasi-Emperor from an ancient era has survived to the present. Who can compete? Even Great Sages would fall at their feet; there's simply no way to resist."

The battle's swift turn was unbelievable. A supreme figure had emerged, poised to turn the tide. The soaring immortal light was vast and majestic, inspiring awe and a desire to prostrate oneself in reverence.

"Haha..." In front of the ruined Myriad Dragon Nest, many descendants of ancient Emperors laughed, tears in their eyes. Such a turning point had appeared at the brink of despair.

"Human Sacred Body, you are as weak as an ant. Let's see how you survive today. Though the Human Devil is strong, I refuse to believe he has become a Quasi-Emperor!"

"Heaven has eyes! An ancient ancestor has been self-sealed until now. My Myriad Dragon Nest shall rule the world and be revered by all!"

Victorious laughter and arrogant words rang out powerfully. Many descendants of ancient Emperors cheered and roared loudly.

They had been in despair, never expecting such a turn of events. The shift from hell to heaven was an enormous contrast.

"Could it be Father...?" Qian Lun was also stirred. He felt a surge of vitality, as if he had returned to his youth.

His elderly father was known as 'Little Di Que', an unparalleled figure who could almost rival the most astonishing divine beings.

In that era, Di Que was extraordinarily brilliant. Even though he didn't achieve Dao Proclamation, his divine talent was considered comparable to the Battle Saint Emperor, hailed as one of the most astonishing divine beings of ancient times.

Qian Lun's father was two thousand years younger than Di Que. Although his talent was slightly inferior, being praised as 'Little Di Que' was enough to make him proud of his generation.

In a battle back then, Qian Lun's father was overly confident, attempting to capture the Human Devil single-handedly. Unexpectedly, he was infiltrated by Lunar and Solar powers and fell into a deep slumber after the fight.

He had been sealed within a divine cocoon, unable to awaken.

Qian Lun's eyes burned with fervor. Naturally, his first thought was of his father, who had once dominated the ancient era, believing he had achieved a breakthrough within the cocoon.

"Trespassing on my clan's land, destroying my dragon nest, you shall all die without mercy!" Qian Lun's gaze was cold, and his words were colder than ten thousand-year-old ice, sending shivers down one's spine.

However, to his surprise, though the Human Devil was astonished, he showed no fear. He held his bone club, glaring menacingly ahead.

Ye Fan was even more audacious, practically fearless. He lifted a foot, placing it on Lei Zhan's forehead, ready to crush it.

"No, you can't kill me! Our clan's Quasi-Emperor has awakened, you... you should understand!" Lei Zhan screamed in terror. He had intended to utter more threats, but seeing Ye Fan's cold gaze, he was immediately filled with dread.

"Human Sacred Body, understand what you're doing. Release him quickly, and your end won't be too terrible!" Qian Lun said coldly.

This was a deterrent. Though no harsh words were spoken, it was more destructive than anything, warning Ye Fan that his fate would be tragic if he dared to act recklessly.

"From the past until now, I have never been intimidated by anyone!" Ye Fan's large foot descended, and cracks appeared on Lei Zhan's forehead.

"How dare you! If Lei Zhan is harmed, I will make your life worse than death!" Qian Lun roared, using a divine sound.

Everyone was stunned. Just how audacious was the Human Sacred Body? Could even a resurrected Quasi-Emperor not deter him? He actually ignored this side.

"If you kill me, it will be hard to die a quick death!" Lei Zhan cried out with all his might, because he found Ye Fan's eyes too terrifying; he was actually going to kill him regardless of the consequences.

Splat!

Ye Fan's foot came down, crushing Lei Zhan's head into a rotten watermelon. It was bloody and brutal, and he didn't even blink.

"I hate being threatened. Furthermore, if I let you go, will your clan show mercy? What does a Quasi-Emperor matter? At worst, I die fighting here!" Ye Fan said calmly and indifferently.

He wasn't nervous; he was remarkably calm, which infuriated the group, who roared in anger. Lei Zhan had just been slaughtered right before their eyes!

Qian Lun, in particular, had bloodshot eyes. Great Sages were not like plants; they had human emotions. This was his most beloved grandson. With a single roar, mountains and rivers would crumble. He was so enraged that veins popped on his body, wishing he could instantly tear Ye Fan into bloody pieces.

"So what if it's a Quasi-Emperor? I killed him. At worst, let him come and kill me!" Ye Fan retorted defiantly.

"I'll cleave you alive!" Qian Lun roared, shaking heaven and earth. The Myriad Dragon Bell vibrated violently, immortal light shot skyward, and the world seemed to overturn.

However, everyone felt something was amiss. Qian Lun quickly realized this too, feeling uneasy. If a Quasi-Emperor had truly awakened, why hadn't they stopped any of this?

With an Emperor's might, they should have been able to break through all obstacles, reverse yin and yang, and prevent the tragedy of Lei Zhan's demise.

In the depths of the Myriad Dragon Nest, immortal light radiated in all directions. The mist dispersed, revealing the truth of what was there.

"This is..." Everyone stared blankly, their faces turning a little pale.

No Quasi-Emperor had appeared. It was a formation, now flowing with Dao patterns, and the terrifying aura emanated from it.

"How could this be?" The crowd was disappointed; it was not what they had expected.

"This is... a formation inscribed by a Quasi-Emperor. It doesn't appear normally; it only reactivates when the ancestral land's foundation is in peril," Qian Lun explained, feeling somewhat dejected. He recalled some anecdotes about his ancestors.

"Haha..." Ye Fan burst out laughing. Earlier, his heart had truly sunk, thinking a massive variable had emerged.

A Quasi-Emperor, that was far too terrifying. Gai Jiuyou's bloodline was withered, his lifespan short, and though he had fallen from that realm, he was still invincible.

One could imagine the terror if a truly invincible Quasi-Emperor with surging vitality were to emerge. They would undoubtedly sweep across the world, a forbidden existence.

"Heaven protects my clan! This is most likely... a complete Quasi-Emperor formation!" Great Sage Qian Lun's face flushed. His disappointment vanished, replaced by excitement, and his confidence instantly soared.

In this long era without an Emperor, what was the most terrifying thing in the world? There was little debate about the answer: Ultimate Emperor Weapons and the formation diagrams of ancient Great Emperors!

Imperial weapons required specific and stringent conditions to awaken. Ordinary individuals could not activate them, and even Great Sages could not truly wield them effectively. The so-called "resurrection of Emperor Weapons" was only relative.

The formation diagrams of ancient Great Emperors, however, were different. If one accidentally entered one, it was tantamount to waging war against a Great Emperor!

The prerequisite was that the formation diagram had to be undamaged and complete.

Because the formation diagrams of ancient Great Emperors were so heaven-defying, they had been gradually worn away over the long passage of time, with only remnants remaining.

A Quasi-Emperor formation diagram now lay before them. This was undoubtedly world-shaking. To attack it was equivalent to waging war against a Quasi-Emperor—it was seeking death!

"Retreat! Everyone, enter the ancestral land!" Great Sage Qian Lun shouted. He became increasingly convinced that it was a complete formation diagram, his face flushed with excitement beyond measure.

With this formation diagram in place, anyone who recklessly attacked it would be effectively challenging the former Quasi-Emperor to a decisive battle!

From behind, imperial elders and a stunning woman were responsible for guiding everyone into the formation.

"The Ancient Emperor's daughter!" Ye Fan's eyes flickered. He was certain that was the Dragon Maiden of the Myriad Dragon Nest, who had been sealed in divine source and lived until this generation.

The Human Devil did not stop them, because he was doing something else. His gaze was fiery, his bronze skin glowed, and the green bronze cauldron in his hand shone with brilliant immortal light, locking onto Qian Lun.

Great Sage Qian Lun's divine abilities were unparalleled, but even wielding the Myriad Dragon Bell, he found it impossible to take a single step. The Quasi-Emperor formation diagram was right before him, yet he couldn't enter.

In an instant, his face turned ashen. He knew it was over; the Human Devil was already displeased and prepared to act with bloody force. He couldn't escape!

"Argh..."

Qian Lun was unwilling. As a Great Sage of his generation, he was a giant revered by all, even in eras with ancient Emperors. Yet now, he was targeted and turned into prey. This was a humiliation he couldn't resist.

"Ancient Emperor, awaken! Divine Spirit, awaken! Grant me a single step of power!" he roared frantically.

All the clans in the Northern Region heard him. People were horrified; for a Great Sage to scream so desperately, one could imagine the depth of despair he was in.

Purple qi came from the east, and an ethereal mist spread. The Myriad Dragon Bell transformed into a true dragon, rearing its head and letting out a long roar, truly imbued with life. Under its power, Qian Lun broke free from the Human Devil's restraint. He immediately merged with the Imperial Weapon, becoming one with it.

His true body entered the weapon, transforming into a tens of thousands of feet long purple dragon, charging towards the Quasi-Emperor formation, hoping to escape doom.

The Human Devil finally moved, arriving first despite starting later. He held the crystalline green cauldron, shattering the sky, cutting off the path ahead, and forcing the Imperial Weapon back.

Black and white divine power emanated from the Human Devil's body, making him appear incredibly terrifying. The two powers intertwined, forming a Tai Chi symbol that held the green cauldron and pressed down towards the Myriad Dragon Bell!

This was the interweaving of Lunar and Solar power, terrifying and overwhelming, sweeping away all resistance. The black and white Tai Chi diagram carried the fist-sized green bronze cauldron, like a divine plate holding the sole immortal!

Great Sage Qian Lun was horrified. His body merged with the Myriad Dragon Bell, directly tearing open space and fleeing beyond the domain.

He knew it was impossible to withstand the Human Devil or enter the Quasi-Emperor formation diagram. Given this, his only hope of escaping was to flee into the depths of the universe.

The Human Devil's speed was even greater, transforming into a black and white intertwined lightning bolt, vanishing beyond the heavens with the cauldron. He had activated his killing intent, acting forcefully; it was impossible for him to let the Myriad Dragon Nest's giant escape.

The two figures vanished. Ye Fan stood alone before the ruins, facing the crowd within the Quasi-Emperor formation, his expression indifferent.

Some wanted to rush out and confront him, but they retreated. They lacked the courage; the Human Devil's aura still lingered around Ye Fan, ready to descend and annihilate them at any moment.

A chilly wind swept through. The Myriad Dragon Nest was in ruins, filled with broken walls and devastated remains, a scene of utter desolation. Only in its deepest part did a terrifying aura still permeate, making it impenetrable to sight.

Suddenly, Ye Fan's expression froze. He smelled an intoxicating fragrance and saw the True Dragon Immortal Medicine!

This ancient medicine had long since gained sentience, having accompanied ancient Emperors and followed Great Emperors of old. Now, it appeared within the chaotic mist.

The ancient imperial clan members also turned back, looking towards that spot.

Chaotic mist swirled. There stood a massive dragon's nest, built from black dragon wood, as tall as a mountain, displaying a magnificent aura.

Within it, chaotic energy surged like an ocean, vast and unfathomable, so oppressive it made one gasp for breath. A mysterious ancient coffin floated within, suppressing all heavens through eternity!

The True Dragon Immortal Medicine, entirely cast from gold, gleamed brilliantly. It seemed to be hiding there like a spirit, peering towards them.

Ye Fan's heart stirred. If he could capture this immortal medicine today, it would truly be an immense fortune.

On the battlefield beyond the domain, the outcome was unknown. Countless powerhouses across heaven and earth were watching, so tense they forgot to breathe.

"Fellow Daoist, please show mercy. Peace is paramount in all matters."

From the sky, a voice echoed, seemingly trying to mediate, and it was very familiar.

Ye Fan's expression became strange. He recognized the voice of Great Sage Hun Tuo, who had... once again come to mediate.

Thud!

In front of the Myriad Dragon Nest, a corpse plummeted, slamming into the ground and creating hundreds of massive cracks that spread out like a spiderweb.

"Great Sage!"

"Old Ancestor!"

Within the Quasi-Emperor formation diagram, a group of people wept loudly, for it was the corpse of Great Sage Qian Lun, slaughtered and thrown down from beyond the domain!

"Another one talked into dying," Ye Fan muttered, shaking his head.