On the seventh level of the Thunder Sea, the earth shook and the heavens trembled.
With the High-grade Dao Artifact Wind-Thunder Ring above his head, the Wind-Thunder Demon Emperor stretched out his demon body and came riding wind and thunder. The entire Thunder Sea moved with him. His might was terrifying, plainly surpassing the limits of the Celestial Phenomenon Middle Stage.
"Today marks the beginning of my revenge."
His expression solemn, the Wind-Thunder Demon Emperor unleashed his divine ability.
Rumble! Wind became birds, and lightning became silver serpents. Under the Wind-Thunder Demon Emperor's command, wind and thunder howled across heaven and earth, threatening to destroy the Four Spirits Patrol the Heavens Formation completely.
True Lord Xuan Qiong, however, had long been prepared. In fact, he had been on guard against the Wind-Thunder Demon Emperor all along. Though the Thunder Sea of Azure Firmament Mountain was perilous, the Wind-Thunder Demon Emperor was half its master and would never perish there by accident. If he had yet to appear, he must be plotting something—perhaps even something connected to the Thunder-Taming True Lord's resurrection.
It was precisely because of these misgivings that True Lord Xuan Qiong had shared the benefits without hesitation, using the outside True Lords to search the seventh level. True Lord Execution's death had only confirmed his suspicions.
"You've used the surrounding power to draw out every last bit of the Wind-Thunder Ring's strength. You clearly haven't been idle, but it still isn't enough."
Dividing his attention, True Lord Xuan Qiong steadied the Four Spirits Patrol the Heavens Formation while bringing forth the Nine Heavens Pure Righteous Bell. From beginning to end, he had kept some strength in reserve.
Dong! A deep bell toll rang out, giving rise to pure, profound qi that suppressed all unrest.
Rumble! Two overwhelming forces