Xuan Shuo Takes Command of the Formation, A Method of Substitution

In the next instant, hundreds of millions of stars across the heavens trembled softly at once.

The endlessly circulating star paths shifted slightly, and the starlight filling the sky bowed faintly toward Xuan Shuo. Control over the Star Array of the Myriad Heavens had officially fallen into Xuan Shuo's hands.

Golden Spirit Mother did not relinquish her understanding of the formation's laws. She remained within the array, assisting Xuan Shuo in sorting out the formation nodes and harmonizing the stars' Dao rhythms. With one taking command and the other assisting, the great formation's operation instantly became several times more stable.

The transfer of authority within the West Heavenly Gate was clearly seen by Kunpeng high above the battlefield.

Watching Xuan Shuo retreat into the heavenly gate, take up the Ziwei Seal, and preside over the Star Array of the Myriad Heavens, Kunpeng raised a brow slightly. A trace of contempt arose in his heart as he silently grumbled.

Which pair of eyes did this old turtle use to see that I intended to make a move?

Ever since arriving on this battlefield, his bottom line had been crystal clear. He had only come to stir the situation and drive the Heaven-Slaying Calamity deeper into turmoil. He had no desire to personally enter the fray and fight head-on.

The grudges between Taiyi, Changxi, and the Heavenly Court, as well as the enmity between Xuan Shuo and the Demon Clan, were all weighty karmic debts of slaughter.

Kunpeng could barely avoid them quickly enough. Why would he rush forward of his own accord, join the battle, and needlessly burden himself with karmic debt?

From the very beginning, he had resolved to scheme and push events along from the sidelines. He had never intended to personally launch an attack.

Xuan Shuo's direct retreat