The Collapse of the Heavenly Dao

Just as the three were reeling from this strange phenomenon, it receded as swiftly as a tide, leaving behind only an inexplicable sense of absurdity that lingered in their hearts.

"What happened?" Jin Linglong blurted out in astonishment.

Although Zhang Tie and Zhong Zhen said nothing, disbelief showed on both their faces. Their gazes met in the air, as though they could hear each other's shock and confusion.

Zhang Tie frowned deeply and stared fixedly at Zhong Zhen, as if trying to find answers in his eyes. Zhong Zhen was equally stunned, his mouth slightly open as though he wanted to say something.

Just moments ago, Zhang Tie had suddenly felt as if a powerful force had drained the cultivation within him away. It had plummeted like a receding tide. His once-stable realm had actually fallen by a minor stage in an instant, catching him completely off guard.

Panic welled up in Zhang Tie's heart. That sudden loss of support filled him with unease. He had no idea what had happened or why his cultivation had suddenly dropped.

"Could it be... could it be that your realms also..." Zhong Zhen swallowed, his voice trembling slightly as he tested the waters, unable to conceal his anxiety.

No answer was needed. The looks in Jin Linglong's and Zhang Tie's eyes had already given Zhong Zhen the answer he sought.

This silent response seemed to carry immeasurable weight. The surrounding air appeared to freeze, pressing heavily upon everyone's hearts and making it difficult to breathe.

"We don't have much time left." Zhong Zhen's expression turned grave, his brow tightly furrowed.

He took a deep breath and continued, "The Guanghan Realm, where Guanghan Palace is located, suffered devastating damage during that earth-shattering battle. It has now shattered and is breaking away from the Immortal