Chapter 537: The Yimo Appears, Qing Zhi Arrives
"A reward?"
Tang Xinlian was slightly startled upon hearing Lin Langtian's words. Soon after, as though recalling something, her delicate face flushed with a faint blush.
After experiencing the events in the Devouring World and Boundless Mountain, Tang Xinlian had already thoroughly clarified her feelings. She, Tang Xinlian, had always been bold and decisive regarding her emotions. As she gazed at Lin Langtian's handsome but exhausted face, and just when she was about to say something, a deafening explosion suddenly thundered from the sky above.
Everyone immediately looked up to see an enormous black crack spreading open in the azure sky, like the monstrous maw of a beast. A terrifyingly evil energy instantly poured forth.
When this evil energy emerged, everyone present sensed an unusual turmoil in the surrounding Heaven and Earth Yuan Power. They also noticed something strange—the normally accommodating Yuan Power was repelling and resisting the invading energy.
This realization shocked many powerful experts, as this was the first time they had experienced Heaven and Earth Yuan Power actively rejecting something. Wasn't the energy of Heaven and Earth always freely available to the inhabitants of this world?
Lin Langtian's expression turned grave as he watched the black fissure in the sky. He murmured softly, "They finally lost their patience…"
"Fire Divine Guard!" Tang Xinlian shouted coldly, her gaze turning sharp as ice, quickly forgetting the earlier emotions.
Whoosh!
At her command, thousands of warriors clad in thick crimson armor instantly appeared in mid-air above Flame Divine City, raising their enormous long spears simultaneously. A powerful aura surged forth, their energies combining into an imposing and frightening presence, causing countless observers below to pale in shock.
Boom!
From within the black fissure, a massive black beam suddenly burst forth, forming into an enormous black hand which fiercely reached down towards the collapsed Liu Zhuang and his two companions below.
"In our Flame Divine Hall's territory, you Yimo trash are not allowed to act so brazenly!"
A blazing red radiance erupted from Tang Xinlian's body. Scarlet wings of a phoenix unfolded behind her back as she swiftly flew to the front of the Fire Divine Guard formation, gripping her Fire Phoenix Spear tightly. Her cold, clear voice resonated throughout the city.
"Fire Divine Guard! Gather your spirits!"
"Yes!"
A unified, earth-shaking response thundered from the guards as crimson Yuan Power surged like tidal waves, gathering and forming an enormous thousand-foot fire phoenix above their heads.
Tang Xinlian stood gracefully atop the massive phoenix, her spear firmly planted downward. Instantly, the phoenix opened its mouth, spewing an immense torrent of crimson flames toward the descending black energy from the fissure.
Bang!
The sky shook violently from their collision, flames bursting and dispersing. However, Tang Xinlian's attack successfully blocked the fierce assault.
"Oh? That's a bit like a War Formation Master's technique…"
Lin Langtian raised an eyebrow, intrigued, observing the disciplined formation of the Fire Divine Guard.
This formation technique required an extraordinary degree of synchronization and coordination. It was an extremely advanced technique, rarely achievable even by disciples from the same sect.
Tang Xinlian, able to command and channel such an enormous power, was significantly stronger than when she fought alone. Even Lin Langtian felt caution in his heart facing her current state.
He quickly realized this was similar to the method of War Formation Masters from the Great Thousand World, capable of merging and amplifying the power of large groups. Such masters, controlling powerful armies, could even rival Heavenly Sovereigns at their peak.
Although Tang Xinlian and her Fire Divine Guard were still far from that realm, her impressive performance without formal training revealed her exceptional talent. Perhaps, if she had an opportunity to enter the Great Thousand World and receive a genuine War Formation Master's inheritance, she could become one of the greatest War Formation Masters.
"Since you're already here, show yourself! Why hide like a rat?" Tang Xinlian coldly declared, her sharp gaze locked onto the black fissure.
"Ke ke, what a bold little girl!" A sinister laugh echoed from within the black fissure. Then, surging black fog rapidly gathered, coalescing into a large shadowy figure.
The newly emerged figure had an imposing physique, larger and more robust than a human. From his back stretched two massive demon wings adorned with sharp bone spikes, emanating a chilling, destructive aura. His face bore golden demonic markings, exuding an air of eerie menace.
It was a General-rank Yimo!
"Watch me shatter your formation!" The General-rank Yimo laughed arrogantly. He raised his hand, condensing a swirling vortex of black energy and hurled it toward the Fire Divine Guard's formation.
"Vile beast, in my Flame Divine Hall, you dare act with such insolence!" An elderly man in red robes suddenly appeared before Tang Xinlian, unleashing a strike filled with immense energy that mixed life and death forces perfectly.
Boom!
Their attacks collided, sending shockwaves through the city. The strength of the red-robed elder startled observers—he was clearly a Reincarnation Stage expert!
"That's Elder Chi Yun of the Flame Divine Hall!" someone shouted in shock.
The Yimo general was forced back several steps. However, he laughed grimly. "Your Flame Divine Hall may have deep foundations, but setting a trap for us with this alone? You're courting death."
"Come out, you two," he called to the fissure behind him.
Two more figures emerged, similar in stature, each bearing the signature gold-patterned demon wings—a total of three General-rank Yimo!
"Three General-rank Yimo… it seems you hold our Flame Divine Hall in high esteem," a calm voice spoke from atop Flame Divine Hall. Mo Luo stepped out, his fiery-red eyes narrowing as he stared deeply into the fissure. "But what of the Yimo King? Show yourself."
At Mo Luo's words, many powerful experts from Flame Divine Hall rapidly emerged, surrounding the area.
"Hehe, you ancestral symbol wielders truly are troublesome," echoed a deep voice from within the black fog. Thick black mist spilled forth, quickly forming a towering black throne. Sitting upon it appeared a man in purple robes. His appearance was human-like, yet behind him unfolded two demonic wings gleaming in violet-gold.
"I am Tianming. You may address me as King Tianming," the purple-robed man calmly introduced himself, his violet eyes devoid of emotion. His gaze turned to Lin Langtian, and his expression grew sinister. "This human dared steal the Demon King Armor and taint himself with my emperor's flames. Capture him alive and make him my slave."
"Yes!"
One of the General-rank Yimo moved instantly, shooting straight for Lin Langtian.
"Master!" Tang Xinlian shouted anxiously, glancing toward Mo Luo. Yet Mo Luo stood motionless, focused entirely on King Tianming.
Just as the Yimo general reached Lin Langtian, space abruptly tore open behind Lin Langtian and Lin Dong. A massive green dragon claw shot forth, violently striking the Yimo general, sending him hurtling thousands of meters back through the city, demolishing everything in his path.
Countless onlookers gasped in awe.
"When did you Yimo start daring to run wild in the human world?" A tall figure, dressed in green, stepped calmly from the spatial tear. A gentle but imposing aura filled the area. Lin Dong recognized him instantly.
It was Qing Zhi—the Green Dragon King!
Qing Zhi smiled at Lin Dong. "It's been a while, little fellow."
Turning to Lin Langtian, Qing Zhi nodded approvingly. "You've done well, Lin Langtian. This trap succeeded thanks to your efforts."
Lin Langtian respectfully responded, "Eliminating Yimo is every human's responsibility."
Qing Zhi laughed appreciatively, his gaze shifting upward to King Tianming. "King Tianming, you have courage stepping into our trap. Perhaps we'll finally learn the secrets you've hidden."
King Tianming smiled coldly, unfazed. "Capture me? Even Fu Zu couldn't fully destroy us. What makes you think you can?"
Qing Zhi calmly lifted into the air. "We shall see."
At Qing Zhi's words, countless experts from Flame Divine Hall soared into battle formations. Tang Xinlian swiftly assumed command, her strategic orders guiding an immense defensive formation.
Lin Langtian watched Tang Xinlian closely, marveling at her incredible leadership and power. A woman of such extraordinary talent would indeed be an invaluable partner.
As these thoughts filled Lin Langtian's mind, the massive array around them shone brightly. Tang Xinlian's voice, sharp and decisive, echoed across the battlefield:
"All forces, execute the Heavenly Four Symbols Demon-Sealing Array! Suppress and annihilate!"
The battle between humanity and the Yimo had truly begun.
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