The Return

Kunpeng flew backward like a kite with a broken string, half his wings a bloody mess. He was defeated cleanly and decisively. The surrounding Demon Saints like Qiong Qi, Bai Ze, and Ji Meng all had their pupils constrict.

Who would have thought that besides his unfathomable spiritual power, this brat's physical body was also this strong?

Arrogant brat!

Take your life!

A mantis trying to stop a chariot!

The Demon Saints roared in unison, and Bai Ze and the others simultaneously unleashed their innate spiritual powers. In Lin Fan's palm, the Xuan Yuan Water Control Banner flapped noisily, its five-colored radiance protecting him. The Kongtong Seal transformed into a sky-reaching giant brick, its surface displaying the sun, moon, stars, and myriad landscapes, erupting with overwhelming holy light.

He trod on the void as if a war god had descended upon the world. Every slam of the brick was accompanied by heart-wrenching screams. Bai Ze and the other Demon Saints had their physical bodies cracked and their Primordial Spirits on the verge of collapse. The scattered pressure alone caused nearby Great Demons to instantly scatter their souls.

The combined might of six Demon Saints was actually suppressed?

He's clearly just a Great Luo Golden Immortal...

The demons watching came to their senses, horrified to discover that the youth who had the Demon Saints retreating was an entire major realm lower in cultivation than them. These behemoths, who had dominated for eternity, were now completely unable to fight back.

Piercing screams echoed one after another, a gruesome scene.

This sight was truly astonishing.

If they hadn't witnessed it firsthand, no one would have believed it.

This brat's talent is exceptionally extraordinary!

Your Majesty Eastern Emperor, save me!

Under the destructive might of the Kongtong Seal, Bai Ze's physical body continuously collapsed, barely holding on through his regenerative abilities. His origin was severely damaged, making it impossible to sustain, and he let out a desperate cry for help.

Donghuang Taiyi saw this and immediately moved to assist.

A golden giant bell appeared in the sky, shaking the universe.

Instantly, heaven and earth trembled, and the sun and moon lost their light.

BOOM!

The Kongtong Seal and the Chaos Bell collided fiercely.

Immortal light erupted, and the void shattered.

A violent wave of energy swept through, turning countless demons who couldn't dodge into dust.

Donghuang Taiyi's true form descended onto the battlefield, unleashing a world-shattering killing move. As the supreme war god of the Demon Race and a peak Quasi-Saint expert, his power far surpassed that of ordinary Demon Saints.

Lin Fan was enveloped in the divine light of Merit, the Sacred Emperor Golden Body Technique operating at full power. His fist struck through the air, and Donghuang Taiyi met it head-on with his physical body, unharmed.

You think mere physical strength can wound this Emperor?

Donghuang Taiyi's face turned icy, and with a wave of his hand, the True Sun Fire swept across heaven and earth.

Lin Fan formed a hand seal in response.

A sea of fire poured down from his palm, spreading wantonly like lava.

Donghuang Taiyi's eyes were filled with unconcealable shock.

What is so remarkable about mere fire control?

Lin Fan spoke with disdain.

Arrogant brat!

Donghuang Taiyi's expression flickered between anger and uncertainty.

The True Sun Fire, raging with primal energy, could instantly annihilate ordinary demons, but both Lin Fan and Donghuang Taiyi understood the laws of the sun and were completely unharmed.

Donghuang Taiyi unleashed his primal spiritual power, aiming directly for Lin Fan, who revealed his own spiritual power to meet the attack. The previous crushing advantage was gone, and both sides fell into a stalemate. Spiritual powers collided in the heavens and earth, their might shaking all directions.

The onlookers were astonished: Is this Lin Fan truly just a Great Luo Golden Immortal? He can actually fight the Eastern Emperor to a standstill! Everyone secretly speculated, could this brat possess a treasure that conceals his cultivation?

Old Ancestor Hongyun, who was fighting demons, laughed heartily upon seeing this: Little friend Lin Fan is truly peerlessly divine!

Inside Wa Huang Palace, Nuwa, who was in seclusion, suddenly sensed the commotion in the heavens and earth. Sensing the demons' rampage through human tribes and the unbridled actions of trillions of heavenly soldiers without anyone warning her, a cold light flashed in Nuwa's eyes: What audacious demons!

She instantly perceived the strangeness of the situation – who was behind the indulgence of the Demon Race? Her gaze swept towards Zixiao Palace, her heart turning to ice. Just as she was about to move to assist, Jieyin and Zhunti blocked her path.

Zhunti asked with a smile, "Where is Senior Sister heading?" Nuwa remained silent, her eyes growing colder.

"Jieyin, Zhunti, withdraw quickly, or do not blame this Palace for being merciless."

Jieyin's expression was calm, showing no fear: "Senior Sister Nuwa, our Teacher once said that Saints cannot interfere in the conflict between the Wu and Yao. Regarding the Demon Race's affairs this time, we hope Senior Sister will not act willfully."

Anger flashed in Nuwa's eyes: "The Human Religion was founded by this Palace. The Demon Race is brutal and bloodthirsty, daring to slaughter humans, and they will bring their own destruction!"

Zhunti questioned coldly, "Is Senior Sister determined to defy Teacher's decree?"

Nuwa flicked her sleeve and shouted, "Those who block me die!"

At this moment, Lin Fan was surrounded by demons, his situation critical. Nuwa said no more, and with the Yin Yang Dao Charm flowing in her palm, a Saint's seal tore through the void, striking directly at the two Saints.

Jieyin and Zhunti had been prepared for this. They simultaneously revealed their true forms—the Bodhi Treasure Tree and the Sixteen-Foot Golden Body shone brilliantly, while the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree and the Nirvana Divine Wheel unleashed myriad rays of light. The laws of the Heavenly Dao intertwined, forming a net that barely managed to withstand this earth-shattering strike.

Nuwa lightly tapped her slender finger, and countless stars transformed into brilliant light swords in her palm. Where the sword's edge passed, the net of laws shattered. The divine light of the two Saint artifacts was completely lost, and Jieyin and Zhunti were forced back tens of thousands of feet by the residual power.

Suddenly, the Taiji Diagram broke through the void, its Yin and Yang energies surging like a tide. Nuwa, having been prepared, unfurled the River and Mountain Spell Painting, revealing a thousand miles of exquisite scenery. The two supreme treasures collided with a roar, and the void trembled incessantly.

Ultimately, the Taiji Diagram was no match and flew back—although Laozi wielded an Innate Supreme Treasure, his cultivation was still inferior by three points.

Yuanshi and Laozi appeared together. Laozi said indifferently, "Junior Sister, do you dare to defy Heaven?"

Nuwa retorted coldly, "Even if the demons slaughter humans, that is Heaven's will? Ridiculous!"

"If this is Heaven's will, then so be it."

Venerable Yuanshi's expression was indifferent as he slowly spoke:

"Junior Sister Nuwa, the fate of the Human Race is already set; you cannot force it."

"You are already at the Hunyuan Daluo Dao realm and can act as you please, but what about Lin Fan?"

"If you insist on defying Heaven and get involved in this Great Tribulation, it will only lead him to eternal damnation."

Mentioning Lin Fan, the coldness in Nuwa's eyes intensified.

"What do you mean by that?"

"If Lin Fan is willing to join my Heavenly Origin Sect, I can guarantee his safety."

Venerable Yuanshi's voice was calm, but a flicker of anticipation crossed his eyes.

"Absurd!"

Nuwa stated decisively, leaving no room for negotiation. She suddenly turned her gaze to Laozi and said sternly, "Laozi! Was it you who schemed against my brother back then? As the supreme among the Three Pure Ones, you would engage in such despicable acts, coveting the treasures of a junior? Truly shameless!"

During her previous deductions, she had already glimpsed the truth—the Demon Race's forging of the Witch-Slaying Sword must have been secretly orchestrated by Laozi.

Furthermore, this person, disregarding the dignity of a Saint, had forcibly seized the Kongtong Seal from Lin Fan.

Such actions were utterly base.

Upon hearing this, Jieyin and Zhunti exchanged glances of astonishment, their gazes towards Laozi filled with disbelief.

Even though the Two Sages of the West were known for their unscrupulous methods and frequent acts of appropriation, they had never harbored greed for the treasures of a junior.

Venerable Yuanshi was hypocritical, and Laozi was even more sanctimonious.

Indeed, one should not judge a person by their appearance.

Laozi's face darkened, and he rebuked, "Nuwa! Without proof, how dare you slander me?"

"Karma and reincarnation will be settled today!"

Nuwa's rage blazed, and with a flip of her hand, Hunyuan power surged, striking directly at Laozi.

When a Hunyuan raged, the universe lost its color.

Instantly, the sun and moon went dark within the Wa Huang Realm, and mountains and rivers trembled.

Wind and clouds tore apart, and heaven and earth grieved together.

The surging, terrifying pressure of a Great Luo Golden Immortal swept across the universe, pressing down on Laozi.

Nuwa had now reached the peak of the third level of the Hunyuan Daluo Golden Immortal realm, mastering the Great Dao of Creation.

Her combat power was astonishing.

Even if Laozi, Yuanshi, Jieyin, and Zhunti combined their strength and borrowed the power of numerous Innate Supreme Treasures, they might only be able to barely contend with her.

However, Nuwa's fierce offensive was entirely locked onto Laozi, making it difficult for him to resist.

In the blink of an eye, Laozi's physical body was pulverized. Although he regenerated from a drop of blood, he had no time to catch his breath before Nuwa attacked again.

"Nuwa, do not push your luck too far!"

Laozi, having been annihilated several times in succession, had a face as dark as water. He angrily produced the Heaven and Earth Xuanhuang Exquisite Pagoda and retreated within it to defend himself.

The dignified Taiqing Saint was actually cowering in a pagoda, truly a laughingstock!

Seeing that she could not break through his defense for the time being, Nuwa taunted him.

Laozi was filled with shame and anger but did not dare to show himself.

Although Heavenly Dao Saints could reshape their physical bodies using the origin of the Heavenly Dao, frequent regeneration would damage their foundation.

Moreover, borrowing the power of the Heavenly Dao would incur karma, which he could hardly afford to expend.

Jieyin, Zhunti, and Yuanshi seized the opportunity, each wielding their magic treasures to attack Nuwa.

Nuwa saw this and turned to fight the three Saints. In an instant, the Wa Huang Divine Realm was torn apart, and the universe was turned upside down.

Meanwhile, in the Human Race territory, hundreds of trillions of demon troops suddenly appeared.

The demon army, so vast it blotted out the sky, poured out, showcasing their profound foundation of dominion over the heavens.

The Human Race, weak and unable to resist, was instantly drenched in blood.

Lin Fan fought fiercely against Donghuang Taiyi, with three thousand laws sounding in unison, growing braver with each clash.

His Spiritual Power could instantly obliterate millions of demon soldiers, yet the demons advanced relentlessly; such losses were but a drop in the ocean.

Amidst the sky filled with red clouds, Old Ancestor Hongyun was surrounded by Kunpeng and several Demon Saints.

As the battle raged, his figure began to sway precariously.

Even the strongest cultivators found it difficult to withstand being surrounded by a crowd, let alone facing elites of the Demon Race.

Hongyun was like a lone boat on the crest of a wave, struggling to endure the raging storm.

The Human Race, with its meager strength, could not withstand the surging tide of demons.

Just as all beings were on the verge of despair, a clear Dao sound suddenly echoed from the heavens:

"Fellow Daoist Hongyun, I have arrived!"

Zhenyuanzi appeared, riding an auspicious cloud.

The Book of Earth unfurled, stirring the spiritual energy of ten thousand miles, transforming into a landscape scroll that spread across the sky.

Instantly, the demon formation collapsed, and great demons like Ji Meng were flung backward.

Hongyun, freed from his predicament, exclaimed with joy, "Brother, you've come at the perfect time!"

Seeing the low morale of the Human Race, Lin Fan activated the Sea Calming Divine Pearl.

Thirty-six rays of divine light transformed into myriad heavens and worlds, striking Donghuang with the power of the four seas.

Heaven and earth trembled.

The Yin and Yang energies converged in his palm, forming a Yin Yang Sacred Seal that stretched across the sky.

The Yin Yang rotated like a millstone, obliterating demon soldiers wherever it passed.

A rain of blood poured down, dyeing ten thousand miles of mountains and rivers red.

The demon offensive abruptly halted, and countless demon soldiers trembled in fear.

Zhenyuanzi's pupils contracted violently, and his heart was filled with shock:

"The application of these Yin Yang laws has reached such a realm!"

"With such power at the Grand Unity realm, if one attains the Hunyuan Dao Fruit..."

He suddenly felt fortunate to have chosen the correct side.

Blood Battle in the Firmament

The shock in Hongyun's eyes receded, and the gloom in his chest dissipated. His hearty laughter echoed through the clouds.

"Young friend Lin Fan's magic power is boundless! What a satisfying battle!"

The Human Race camp cast aside their gloom, cheering and celebrating.

"Holy Venerable manifests!"

"Holy Venerable is peerless!"

"Mere ants of the Demon Race, how dare they contend with the Holy Venerable?"

Di Jun, gazing at the corpses of demons littering the battlefield, was consumed by rage.

"This brash young man is so troublesome?"

"Even the bloody battle with the Witch Race back then wasn't this fierce."

Zhenyuanzi's appearance made Di Jun's brow furrow.

"Hongyun protecting the Human Race was within reason.

But what connection does the Ancestor of Earth Immortals have with the Human Race?"

"Zhenyuanzi, are you also going to oppose the Heavenly Court?" Di Jun asked coldly.

"Fellow Daoist Hongyun and I are sworn brothers. How can I stand idly by?" Zhenyuanzi swept his whisk lightly.

"This intervention is not only for the sake of old friendship but also out of gratitude for Nuwa's protection.

It also implies a deliberate attempt to befriend Lin Fan."

The Demon Saint Ji Meng, terrified by Lin Fan's onslaught, whispered:

Your Majesty, shall we temporarily retreat?

That Lin Fan is simply a monster.

His spiritual powers and magic treasures are endless, holding back billions of demon soldiers alone.

Now with the assistance of two Quasi-Saints, it is truly difficult to win.

Di Jun's knuckles turned white.

This battle shook the heavens and earth, and I fear it has already alerted the Wa Huang Palace.

But thinking of the Dao Ancestor's decree, he finally said fiercely:

Fight! This is a fight for life and death!

An arrow has left the bowstring, how can there be any turning back?

He gambled that Nuwa would not dare to disobey the Dao Ancestor's command.

He also feared that the Witch Race would act upon hearing this news, causing the Demon Race's millennia of planning to go to waste.

At this moment, the Demon Race still knows nothing about the Witch-Slaying Sword.

This is truly a once-in-an-eternity opportunity.

As Di Jun's order was given, billions of demons responded, and a monstrous killing aura swept across the sky.

Kunpeng and Hongyun were mortal enemies.

When they met on a narrow road, their eyes burned with hatred.

Now with Zhenyuanzi's assistance, Hongyun no longer fears being surrounded by the demon saints.

He immediately unleashed his ultimate spiritual power, aiming straight for Kunpeng's vital spot.