The Chaos Bell's ability to annihilate all things was actually neutralized by the Earth's elemental power, which was as deep and boundless as the ocean and incredibly resilient, layer by layer, through a process of overcoming strength with gentleness!
This is something that cannot be broken by brute force alone!
"Excellent formation!" Taiyi abandoned his initial disdain and praised, then his eyes sharpened further. "Take my next move, 'Star--Sinking--'!"
This time, the Chaos Bell shook violently three times!
Each tremor was incredibly heavy, as if it were affecting the Stars in the heavens!
The bell's mouth was aligned with the light screen, and a miniature, rotating phantom of a Chaos Star River appeared, with countless starlight annihilating and collapsing within it! This was a simulation of the Destruction power of a falling Stars!
It is far more vast and powerful than the simple annihilation power before, and it contains a hint of the will to overturn the heavens and earth!
Boom! Boom! Boom!!!
Three deep, soul-chilling chimes rang out in succession.
What burst forth from the bell's mouth was no longer a simple torrent of annihilation, but a miniature Chaos Star River that spun, collapsed, and burned!
Endless starlight, carrying with it a Destruction will that would cause Stars to fall and heaven and earth to collapse, slammed heavily onto the thick, flowing, earth-yellow light screen!
First strike!
The mountain and river Dao Patterns on the surface of the light curtain flickered and twisted wildly, with large areas collapsing and being pulled inward, as if divine metal had been deformed by an invisible giant fist.
The entire protective shield trembled violently, the Earth Veins of Longevity Mountain hummed, and even the Earth Scroll itself hummed and trembled.
The second blow!
The collapse was deeper and the area of collapse spread rapidly.
The Dao Patterns at the core contact point emitted a piercing cracking sound, and tiny yet terrifying cracks spread out like a spider web in a small area!
The light from the entire screen dimmed by a third in an instant!
The Kun Origin Diagram spun wildly, drawing in the Earth Vein Spiritual Energy to form a visible torrent that poured into the Earth Scroll.
Zhenyuanzi's face paled slightly. He quickly tapped his whisk, channeling his immense Magical Power into the array's base, striving to stabilize it.
The third blow!
The Chaos Star River exploded with a deafening roar!
The Destruction energy ground mercilessly into the already overburdened, collapsed area!
"Snap!"
A crystal-clear tearing sound echoed throughout the heavens and earth!
On the light screen, a hole several tens of feet in diameter suddenly appeared, its edges edged with jagged energy fragments!
However, just as the hole was about to be torn open even wider, the light from the Earth Scroll suddenly shone brightly!
The Kun Origin Diagram erupted with an unprecedented earthy yellow divine light, like an invisible giant net covering the crack!
Endless Earth Vein Power surged in from all directions, the power of the thick soil transforming into a viscous and tough energy gel, tightly sealing, pulling, and repairing!
The crack healed at a speed visible to the naked eye under the immense force of the earth!
In the blink of an eye, the fatal hole had disappeared, and the light screen became solid and thick again, as if it had never been damaged. Only the overall brightness was slightly reduced, as if covered by a layer of gray gauze.
A brief, deathly silence fell over the scene.
Only the lingering echoes of the Chaos Bell still reverberate across the sky, along with the buzzing sound of the Earth Scroll Kun Origin Diagram shimmering with light.
Eastern Emperor Taiyi withdrew his hand, the Chaos Bell hovering above him, his aura slightly stagnant. For the first time, a hint of astonishment and solemnity appeared on his handsome and resolute face.
He slowly turned to look at Di Jun, his voice low but filled with undeniable amazement. "Indestructible, as solid as Panshi... Eldest Brother, this Earth Scroll Grand Formation truly lives up to its name!"
Di Jun's golden pupils reflected the still stable light screen below. His previous rage due to Kong Xuan's obstruction and the interruption of the transport line had been replaced by a deeper chill.
He nodded slowly, his voice as cold as ice striking ice. "I have indeed underestimated Fellow Daoist Zhenyuan's understanding of the Earth Veins and the wondrous nature of the Kun Origin Diagram."
Such a defense cannot be broken by ordinary brute force.
The expressions of powerful figures such as Demon Master Kunpeng and Bai Ze were also extremely solemn.
Even with the Chaos Bell's three consecutive strikes, it only managed to tear a fleeting crack in the Earth Scroll, which was enhanced by the Kun Origin Diagram.
This defensive capability is among the best in the Primordial World!
However, this situation was not very favorable for them, and their hearts were slightly heavy.
At this moment, below the light screen, Zhenyuanzi took half a step forward, his beard and hair fluttering with the residual shockwaves in the surrounding air, his face showing no fear, and spoke loudly.
The sound pierced through the light barrier and clearly reached the ears of all the Demon Clan and spectators:
"Fellow Di Jun Taiyi!"
I have cultivated myself in seclusion for ten thousand years, and have always been indifferent to worldly strife.
The Human Clan here, merely seeking survival, have not actively sought to incur the wrath of the Demon Court.
Protecting innocent lives and safeguarding the peace of my Dao Field is the foundation of my being and my duty!
"You are using this as an excuse to raise troops and demand justice, attempting to forcibly take lives and disrupt the tranquility of my mountain gate. Do you truly believe that Wuzhuang Temple has no one to rely on?"
With a flick of his whisk, he pointed at the countless Demon Soldiers and Generals surrounding him, his aura rising steadily, connecting with the Earth Veins, as if Incarnation the spine of the land. His tone was resounding, carrying a Vast Righteousness and unwavering resolve:
"If you came here only to show off your power, you have already done so, so you may all leave!"
If you insist on trampling down this Longevity Mountain, then—bring it on!
This Earth Scroll and the Kun Origin Diagram, these mountains full of vegetation, and the creatures under its protection—these are my answer!
Let's see if your butcher's knives are sharper, or if my Earth Shield is stronger!
The four words, "Bring it on!", resounded like a thunderclap!
Zhenyuanzi's voice was not loud, but it contained a Panshi will and an unwavering determination to not yield an inch of ground.
He was no longer the gentle Ancestor of Earth Immortals who only defended and passively endured, but after being forced into a desperate situation, he showed the unyielding spirit of a top power and the master of a local Dao Field!
These words are both a decision and a challenge!
The entire world fell silent, all eyes focused on the Demon Emperor on the throne.
Di Jun's face instantly turned extremely ugly, as if coated with a layer of frost. A fiery and suppressed anger rose from his body, and the Golden Crow Divine Fire flickered faintly beneath his sleeves.
"Fine... what a 'bring it on'! What a Zhenyuanzi!" Di Jun's voice seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, each word carrying a chilling and humiliating tone.
"You are declaring war on me, and on the entire Heavenly Court!"
He suddenly stood up, his tall figure exuding unparalleled imperial pressure. His gaze, like a tangible flame, swept over every demon general below, finally landing on Zhenyuanzi. In his golden eyes burned the fury of utter rage and the icy resolve of someone forced to the edge of a cliff.
Do you know the consequences?!
If we can't even level your Wuzhuang Temple today, where is the majesty of the Heavenly Court?
How can we awe and intimidate the billions of living beings Four Seas and Eight Desolations?
How can we rule the Primordial World and fight against the covetous Witch Clan?
The Heavenly Court's prestige and the future of the Demon Clan will never crumble here, not even before your gates, Zhenyuanzi!
Di Jun's roar was like thunder, resounding through the heavens, and he felt unprecedented pressure.