This is simply a joke!

Taiqing withdrew his gaze and let out a contemptuous smirk.

Haotian had thought he could use the power of the Heavenly Dao to finish off Ying Zheng once and for all.

But in the Primordial Wilderness's fortune amplification, the Human Race far surpassed the Heavenly Court.

Haotian was doomed to lose.

"The Human Race's fortune is at its peak, and the Human Path Spark has been rekindled."

"The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors should make their move now."

"Under such fortune, the Human Path is bound to develop rapidly."

Taiqing instructed Xuandu to assist the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors in emerging from seclusion.

With Taiqing's authority, lifting the restrictions of the Fire Cloud Cave was merely a matter of thought.

And given Haotian's nature, if he lost this time, he would surely go to any lengths against Ying Zheng.

The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors were all at the Quasi-Saint Realm, enough to fill the gap in the Immortal Qin's high-end combat power!

Boom!

At the summit of the Nine Heavens!

After the fierce aura subsided, countless mighty beings across the Primordial Wilderness witnessed this shocking scene.

Most of the Hall of Celestial Supremacy had collapsed, and the Heavenly Court's Auspicious Golden Dragon vanished with a mournful cry.

Heavenly Emperor Haotian appeared disheveled and humiliated, while Human Emperor Ying Zheng stood proudly atop the Nine Heavens.

His towering presence shook the ages, his divine might crushing the River of Time and Space.

The direct clash between the Heavenly Court and the Human Race ended in a complete victory for humanity!

All the Immortals and Gods of the Heavenly Court were stunned, unable to believe this outcome.

The Heavenly Emperor had actually been defeated, and the Heavenly Court's fortune couldn't even match the Human Race's.

Cheers erupted across the Primordial Wilderness's human population.

"The Human Emperor is invincible!"

"Long live Immortal Qin!"

Above the Nine Heavens, Haotian's eyes were bloodshot, his face twisted and contorted.

"Impossible! The Heavenly Court rules the Three Realms, and I am the supreme Heavenly Emperor—how could I lose to mere humans!"

Faced with Haotian's raging fury, Ying Zheng sneered.

"Incompetent fool."

Haotian flew into a rage at the words and roared:

"Yaochi, Antarctic Immortal Elder, Old Mother of Mount Li!"

"Join forces and kill this man!"

Though the Heavenly Emperor had lost, the Quasi-Saints of the Heavenly Court were more than enough to crush Immortal Qin.

If all the Quasi-Saints united, they could surely destroy Ying Zheng.

This move by Haotian drew contempt from the Immortals and Gods of both the Chan Sect and the Jie Sect; the Antarctic Immortal Elder and Wudang had no desire to get involved.

The mighty beings of the Primordial Wilderness also dismissed Haotian as far inferior to Ying Zheng, a true incompetent.

Just as the Heavenly Court's Quasi-Saints were about to ambush Ying Zheng, Bai Qi and other Immortal Qin generals stepped forward to shield the Human Emperor. "Your Majesty, please retreat—we will hold them off." But Ying Zheng showed no fear: "What are a bunch of rats to fear?" Enraged, Haotian attacked alongside Yaochi.

Suddenly, a mighty roar echoed as the Human Race's Auspicious Golden Dragon howled to the heavens. Eight beams of divine light shot up from the mortal world, shaking the Nine Heavens and rocking the Primordial Wilderness.

Quasi-Saint power descended instantly upon the Heavenly Court, blasting Haotian and Yaochi back billions of miles.

This sight left the Heavenly Court's immortals in shock. "What caused that?" "Which Quasi-Saint has appeared?" Even the mighty beings of the Primordial Wilderness were moved. "It's the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors!" "The Ancient Emperors of the Human Race have arrived!"

The appearance of eight Quasi-Saints stunned everyone.

In an instant, heavenly light blazed forth!

The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors manifested in the Heavenly Court.

Fuxi, Shennong, Xuanyuan; Yao, Shun, Yu, Zhuanxu, Shaohao.

They unleashed their formidable Quasi-Saint power, nearly causing the Heavenly Court to collapse.

Hundreds of millions of people across the Primordial Wilderness rejoiced—the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors were the supreme sages of the Human Race.

The Three Sovereigns were at the Late Quasi-Saint stage, the Five Emperors at the early stage. With eight Quasi-Saints united, the Heavenly Court stood no chance.

All the powerhouses of the Primordial Wilderness were in awe.

"The Human Race's hidden cards run this deep."

"No wonder they're the true World Protagonists."

"With eight Quasi-Saints here at once, the Heavenly Court probably can't hold out."

Inside the Heavenly Court, the Immortal Qin Soldiers were also stirred with excitement.

Ying Zheng bowed to the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.

"Ying Zheng pays respects to all esteemed predecessors."

The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors acknowledged Ying Zheng's performance with approval.

Fuxi asked with a smile.

"Many thanks for the Human Emperor's assistance, brother. But may I ask where our master hails from?"

The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors all turned their gazes to Ying Zheng.

Xuandu, in the guise of Guiguzi, effortlessly dispelled the Heavenly Dao seal.

After all, the Heavenly Dao Power that had trapped eight Human Emperors was as nothing before Taiqing.

The appearance of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors shocked everyone.

A flicker of excitement passed through Ying Zheng's eyes as his emotions grew more intense.

He now understood that the emergence of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors was part of the Mysterious Master's plan.

His master had been watching every move of Immortal Qin.

"Esteemed sages, I too know nothing of my master's name."

"But once I trample the Heavenly Court as an offering, I will go personally to pay respects to him."

Xuanyuan laughed heartily at this.

"Better to capture Haotian first, then go pay respects to that exalted one."

Ying Zheng agreed: "That plan works as well."

The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors all smiled.

The Human Emperors were full of disdain for Haotian.

On the Heavenly Court's side, however, there was dead silence.

Haotian had returned from Yaochi. Though his injuries were light, his face was utterly lost, and he was now seething with resentment.

He wished he could wipe out all these people.

Yet the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors were all Quasi-Saints. Furious as he was, Haotian dared not act rashly.

He glared angrily at the Antarctic Immortal Elder and Old Mother of Mount Li.

"Why didn't you strike in time back then?"

If they had acted sooner, they might have dealt with Ying Zheng before the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors appeared.

Wudang sneered inwardly but said aloud: "Your subject is gravely wounded and has failed Your Majesty's expectations."

The Antarctic Immortal Elder simply kept his mouth shut.

All of this was Haotian's own doing.

The Heavenly Court's prestige was utterly ruined, much to the delight of both the Chan Sect and the Jie Sect.

This made Haotian's expression even darker.

The authority of Heavenly Emperor Haotian had all but vanished!

If he didn't eliminate Immortal Qin's Ying Zheng, his position as Heavenly Emperor would be hard to maintain.

Haotian sent a telepathic message to the West:

"Is the Buddhist Sect truly standing by and doing nothing?"

"Be careful—the Dao Ancestor will hold you accountable!"

The Western Paradise.

Receiver and Cundi exchanged glances.

The Buddhist Sect had delayed sending troops to aid the Heavenly Court because the two saints had chosen to hold back.

Between Heavenly Emperor Haotian and Human Emperor Ying Zheng, there was a struggle over fate and authority.

Immortal Qin and the Heavenly Court were irreconcilably opposed, destined for war.

The Buddhist Sect could take advantage of this to profit from the conflict.

But now, it seemed the rise of the Human Race was the greatest threat.

Once humanity grew strong, neither the Heavenly Court nor the Buddhist Sect would fare well.

Even the Buddhist Dharma Eastward Transmission might be affected.

More importantly, Dao Ancestor Hongjun had indeed issued a decree.

Cundi spoke: "Brother, send the Buddha Ancestor to aid the Heavenly Emperor."

Receiver nodded in agreement.

The two saints immediately issued their decrees.

At the Spirit Mountain Buddhist Sect, Tathagata Buddha intoned a Buddhist chant and said, "Burning Lamp, Maitreya, Duobao! You shall go assist the Heavenly Emperor."

Burning Lamp and Maitreya respectfully pressed their palms together and replied, "Yes, Master."

Duobao, however, said coldly, "I focus solely on spreading Mahayana Buddhism and will not concern myself with other matters." With that, he turned and left.

Tathagata's expression soured greatly. Yet, he could no longer command Duobao! Duobao commanded countless followers within the Spirit Mountain Buddhist Sect and across the entire Western world! His accumulated merit was also substantial! Thus, his prestige within the Buddhist Sect was extremely high! If not for Tathagata being the Good Corpse of a saint, he would likely have been sidelined by Duobao by now. Faced with Duobao's disobedience, Tathagata felt deep displeasure. But with no other choice, he could only send Burning Lamp and Maitreya to lead Manjusri, Samantabhadra, the Joyful Buddha, and other Buddhist Quasi-Saints to provide support.

The incense and merit of the Buddhist Sect were an extremely efficient method of cultivation. After joining the Buddhist Sect, Manjusri, Samantabhadra, and the others had rapidly broken through to the Quasi-Saint Realm, though their foundations were slightly weak. Maitreya was already at the Late Quasi-Saint stage, and Burning Lamp was at the Peak Quasi-Saint stage! This expedition would surely turn the tide of battle! Immortal Qin was doomed to fail!

At the Heavenly Court, Buddhist light blazed. A Buddhist chant rang out: "Amitabha." Burning Lamp and Maitreya, the two Buddhas, led Manjusri, Samantabhadra, Guanyin, Fear Leaving Sun Buddha, and Fixed Light Joyful Buddha to the Heavenly Court! Upon seeing the arrival of the Buddhist Sect's reinforcements, the immortals of the Heavenly Court were overjoyed. But the immortals of the Chan Sect and Jie Sect wore worried expressions. Among these seven Buddhist experts, aside from Maitreya, the rest were all defectors from the Chan Sect and Jie Sect!

Fixed Light Joyful Buddha cast a contemptuous glance at the immortals of the Chan Sect and Jie Sect. "A bunch of hopeless Dao seekers, unable even to defend the Heavenly Court!" Then he turned to Haotian and said with a smile, "Your Majesty the Heavenly Emperor, rest assured. With the aid of my Buddhist Sect, those human rebels will surely be crushed in a single blow!"

Haotian snorted coldly. "Once this battle is over, I will severely punish these useless wretches!"

The immortals and gods of the Chan and Jie Sects were furious! The Heavenly Court had only held out this long because the Chan and Jie immortals had sacrificed their lives! This Buddhist-dominated Heavenly Court was going too far!

Burning Lamp ignored the Chan and Jie immortals and simply smiled. "Please, Your Majesty, reorganize the Heavenly Army and crush the rebellious Qin in one decisive strike!"

Haotian nodded, his heart surging with excitement! The Buddhist Sect had deployed Buddhas and Quasi-Saints! Today, the rebellious Qin would surely be eliminated! Restoring his dignity as the Heavenly Emperor, Haotian issued an imperial decree. "Where is the Dragon Race! Summon ten million true dragon troops! Defend the Heavenly Court and punish the rebels!"

The East Sea.

The Four Sea Dragon Kings gathered, their expressions grim.

Ordering millions of true dragons to protect the Heavenly Court and punish the rebels?

That was a joke!

Immortal Qin's overwhelming combat power was known throughout the Primordial Wilderness!

If the Dragon Race joined the battle, they'd only be marching to their deaths!

But they dared not defy the Heavenly Court!

Because the Dragon Race was a sinful race burdened with karmic debt.

The Four Sea Dragon Kings remained silent.

Then Ao Run's son, Ao Lie, spoke angrily.

"Why not follow the Human Race and Immortal Qin in rebelling against heaven, and overthrow this unjust Heavenly Court!"

"From now on, the Dragon Race will never be oppressed again!"

The Four Sea Dragon Kings were shocked.

Ao Guang roared in fury.

"How dare you!"

Haotian, wielding the authority of the Heavenly Emperor, witnessed this scene and sneered coldly.

"Seeking death!"

Haotian's heart burned with rage, but he had no outlet for it. Now, he would make an example of Ao Lie!

"Ao Lie dares to despise the Heavenly Court—he deserves punishment!"

Exercising the power of the Heavenly Emperor, Haotian directly seized Ao Lie and cast him down to the mortal realm, throwing him into Eagle Sorrow Stream.

From that day on, Ao Lie suffered the torment of ten thousand lightning strikes day and night.

The Four Sea Dragon Kings' faces changed drastically. Ao Run was especially furious.

Haotian's tyranny stirred resentment in their hearts, but the Dragon Race had no strength to resist.

Haotian gave a low shout: "Will you send your troops or not?"

The Four Sea Dragon Kings were disheartened. Then, the sea surface erupted into towering waves as countless true dragons soared into the sky.

The immortals of the Heavenly Court hailed the Heavenly Emperor's wisdom, and Burning Lamp of the Buddhist Sect echoed, "Your Majesty, the Heavenly Emperor, truly wields divine might."

Seeing this, Haotian grew even more conceited.

Many powerful beings across the Primordial Wilderness witnessed all this and could only sigh.

How pitiful the Dragon Race was, and how tyrannical and unjust Haotian was.

In West Kunlun, the Queen Mother of the West watched coldly from the sidelines.

Haotian was utterly unworthy of being called a king.

As a guest elder of the Heavenly Court, she should, in principle, lend aid when the court was in trouble.

But with Haotian's tyranny, the Queen Mother of the West had no desire to help the Heavenly Court.

Inside Wa Huang Palace, Nüwa's face was stern. If not for Taiqing's schemes, the Human Race might not have reached their current state—they could even be worse off than the Dragon Race.

Within the Underworld, beside the Six Paths of Reincarnation, Houtu held Haotian in utter contempt.

In the past, the Heavenly Court had casually ordered the Underworld around, and Houtu had withdrawn from the world, ignoring them.

Now, she intended to manifest the Earthly Path, and this unjust Heavenly Court was best dismantled.

Houtu spoke calmly: "The Witch Race should emerge into the world."