Above Heavenly Path Academy, Gu Yuena sensed the Stellar River power erupting from Li Tianyi's body. Her pupils shrank sharply, and a strong sense of unease surged in her heart. Yet she still forced herself to maintain her momentum. The dragon-shaped long spear thrust forward violently, and silvery-golden divine power transformed into a spear beam several zhang long, carrying the origin power of the Dragon God as it charged straight toward Li Tianyi.
"Arrogant! Today I will let you see the might of the Dragon God!"
Wherever the spear beam passed, space collapsed again and again. The law of ten thousand beasts crushed downward, as if it were about to tear heaven and earth apart.
Li Tianyi did not move at all. He merely raised a finger slightly. The Stellar River spiritual power around him surged instantly, transforming into a golden light barrier. At the moment the spear beam struck the barrier, a deafening explosion erupted. Silvery-golden divine power and Stellar River spiritual power collided and intertwined, forming waves of energy that swept in all directions.
Gu Yuena felt a terrifying force rebound along the spear shaft. Her arm was wracked with pain, and the dragon-shaped long spear nearly slipped from her grasp. Her body retreated several steps uncontrollably, blood spilling from the corner of her mouth. The Dragon God phantom behind her also became noticeably more illusory.
"That is all you are capable of, yet you dare call yourself a Dragon God?"
Li Tianyi's tone was calm. The divine radiance in his twin pupils grew even brighter as the Stellar River spiritual power around him transformed into several golden chains. Star patterns coiled around the chains as they pierced through space in an instant, binding Gu Yuena's limbs and waist.
The moment the chains tightened, a powerful suppressive force descended. The Dragon God origin power within Gu Yuena was forcibly sealed, and the silvery-golden divine power dissipated continuously under the restraint of the chains.
She struggled to break free, only to find that the chains were rooted to her body. The more she resisted, the tighter they became. The aura of a God King around her plummeted sharply.
"You… who exactly are you?"
Gu Yuena was filled with shock, disbelief flooding her eyes. She had never imagined that there could be a power capable of suppressing the Dragon God's origin. The man before her was far more terrifying than she had ever expected.
Li Tianyi's figure flickered, and he appeared in front of Gu Yuena. Stellar River spiritual power flowed around his fingertips, condensing into a golden long sword. The blade radiated bone-chilling cold as it pressed against Gu Yuena's neck.
"What I am is not important. What matters is that Crimson Sun and Profound Frost belongs to Heavenly Path Academy. You cannot touch them."
His voice was calm, yet it carried unquestionable authority. The Stellar River power around him surged once more, and a golden pillar of light descended from the heavens, pressing straight down upon Gu Yuena's head.
The pillar contained terrifying power from the rotation of sun and moon. The Dragon God phantom behind Gu Yuena let out a shrill howl and began to dissipate bit by bit under the pressure, until it was completely annihilated.
At the instant the Dragon God phantom vanished, Gu Yuena's entire body shuddered as if struck by a heavy blow. She spat out a large mouthful of blood, her face turning deathly pale. Her God King aura was nearly extinguished, and her body went limp as it leaned against the golden chains, no longer even able to stand.
"No… impossible! I am the Dragon God, the lord of all soul beasts. How could I lose to you!"
Her eyes were filled with unwillingness. Her voice was hoarse, yet there was no way to reverse her defeat.
Forces across the entire continent were watching this battle. When they saw Gu Yuena crushed so completely, they fell into dead silence, followed by an explosion of uproar.
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Inside the Blue Lightning Council Hall, Yu Yuanzhen collapsed into his chair, his face filled with terror as he muttered, "Crushed… the Dragon God was crushed! The Headmaster of Heavenly Path Academy is the true supreme ruler of the continent!"
Within the Papal Palace, Bibi Dong's crimson eyes dimmed, and her body went slack. She knew that her dream of dominating the continent had been completely shattered. Even the Dragon God was no match for him.
Even if she became a god, it would be meaningless.
Qian Daoliu stood within the Hall of Offerings. The Angel Holy Sword crashed to the ground, despair filling his eyes.
"Xue'er… we cannot hold this continent anymore."
On the Extreme North Ice Plains, the Ice Empress and Snow Empress bowed respectfully toward the direction of Heavenly Path Academy, expressing their awe. Below them, the soul beasts of the Extreme North roared in unison, no longer out of fear, but out of submission to a true powerhouse.
Within the Demonic Forest, the Evil Emperor completely abandoned any thought of resistance. He could only mobilize his remaining strength to reinforce his defenses, praying that Li Tianyi would not take notice of him and bring down catastrophic destruction.
Within the Star Dou Great Forest, Di Tian, Bi Ji, and the other ferocious beasts wore expressions of utter despair as they watched the energy fluctuations transmitted from the heavens. They knew that the hope of the soul beast race's rise had been utterly destroyed.
Li Tianyi looked at Gu Yuena, his eyes utterly calm.
"I will spare your life today. If you dare trespass into Heavenly Path Academy again, or force Crimson Sun and Profound Frost, I will strip you of your God King position and seal Star Dou for ten thousand years."
As he spoke, his finger moved slightly, and the golden chains slowly loosened. Gu Yuena staggered backward. As she looked at Li Tianyi, her eyes were filled with shock, unwillingness, and fear.
She forced herself to endure the injuries within her body, wanting to say something. At that moment, Li Tianyi flicked his finger lightly, sending a strand of Stellar River spiritual power into her body. The power circulated gently, repairing her internal injuries while also leaving behind a mark.
"This power can temporarily stabilize your injuries. It also serves as a warning. If you offend me again, the mark will erupt and cripple your cultivation."
Gu Yuena sensed the power within her body, her gaze turning complex and unreadable. In the end, she could only grit her teeth and turn into a streak of violet light, fleeing in disarray from above Heavenly Path Academy without even the courage to look back.
The Dragon God's pressure completely dissipated. Peace returned between heaven and earth, leaving only the Stellar River power around Li Tianyi flowing slowly.
In Heavenly Path Academy's plaza, once the disciples came back to their senses, earth-shaking cheers erupted. Zhu Zhuqing, Shui Bing'er, and the others were filled with fervor in their eyes. Crimson Sun and Profound Frost bowed deeply, their tone reverent to the extreme.
"Thank you for your protection, Master!"
Li Tianyi nodded. The Stellar River power around him gradually receded, his twin pupils returning to calm. He gazed toward the heavens, a trace of indifference flickering in his eyes.
This dual God King battle ended with Li Tianyi crushing Gu Yuena. The entire continent was shaken, and the turbulent situation caused by the Dragon God's appearance was completely rewritten.
Heavenly Path Academy leaped to become the number one force on the continent. Li Tianyi's name became a symbol of the continent's supreme ruler, someone no one dared provoke.
Before the lingering pressure of the Dragon God had fully faded, soft radiant light suddenly spread across the sky. Pale pink and luminous white intertwined, forming a vast light curtain, with golden seal script flowing across it.
The words "Goddess Ranking" shone brilliantly, instantly drawing the attention of the entire continent.
"The ranking is based on a comprehensive evaluation of talent, potential, appearance, and figure. Those who make the list will receive rewards."
As the radiant sky shifted, the four words "Goddess Ranking" appeared alongside gilded seal script.
Leaders of forces across the continent felt their hearts stir, their thoughts immediately turning to the female powerhouses within their own factions, their eyes filled with expectation and calculation.
Inside the Blue Lightning Council Hall, Yu Yuanzhen straightened abruptly. His fingers tapped against the table, his tone unable to hide its urgency.
"Although my Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is filled with powerful male attack-type soul masters, there are several female disciples with outstanding talent. Especially that girl Liu from Luo Mian's side branch. Her martial soul purity is extremely high, and her looks are refined. If she makes the list, the clan's prestige will surely rise again!"
The elders beside him echoed in agreement, someone speaking hurriedly.
"There is also Yu Qinghan. She broke through to Soul Emperor at a young age, with a graceful figure and a valiant bearing. She might also be able to claim a spot!"
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