The moment the golden light swept across Luo Xiong's palm, beams of energy, almost tangible, shot out from the Formation Plate. The golden light shone brightly, outlining profound runes in the sky above Heavenly Cloud Manor. Huge golden orbs condensed in the void, interconnected, until they enveloped the entire Heavenly Cloud Manor before gradually ceasing. Finally, a vast array was completely formed, and an immense aura of power surged outwards from within it. This pressure was no less powerful than that of Wu Du before them.
"So this is the power of a ninth-tier Formation Plate? It's truly terrifying!"
Within the formation, Xiao Yan stood imposingly, feeling the terrifying aura surrounding him. His expression couldn't help but change again. As expected of a ninth-tier Formation Plate, its aura was truly terrifying. With Luo Xiong and the others' cultivation at the Yuan Zong, they were actually able to condense a terrifying aura comparable to that of Yuan Zun Venerable. It was unimaginable how powerful the Taiyi Star Disk would be if Yuan Zun were to condense and control it!
"Hmph, it's already fixed..."
Seeing the terrifying array that enveloped the entire Heavenly Cloud Manor, Wu Du's expression became solemn. Putting aside the Seven Heroes of the Luo Clan, he had long heard of the Taiyi Star Disk's renowned reputation. A ninth-order Formation Plate, if its true power were released, would be a terrifying existence capable of rivaling Yuan Sheng. Although the person controlling it was only at the Yuan Zong level, the power of this array should not be underestimated.
The Formation Plate is terrifying for two reasons: first, the person who controls Formation Plate, and second, the powerful force Formation Plate contains. Once this force is released, even a powerful expert at the Yuan Zun level would have to temporarily avoid its edge. Moreover, what Wu Du is facing now is a ninth-order Formation Plate.
" Wu Du, today we'll see whether you, a Yuan Zun Venerable, or the Luo Clan's protective formation is truly superior!"
As soon as Luo Xiong's shout fell, the seven figures in the sky quickly dispersed, each standing in a part of the great formation, guarding their respective areas. With the continuous infusion of Origin Qi and Spiritual Strength into the seven, the aura within the formation became increasingly terrifying. However, Xiao Yan was surprised to see that, facing the Seven Heroes of the Luo Clan powerful responses, Wu Du's expression gradually returned to normal, and a cold smile even appeared on his lips. This made Xiao Yan feel uneasy.
When the power within the formation reached a certain critical point, Wu Du, outside the formation, let out a mocking sneer. His indifferent gaze slowly swept over the seven people one by one, finally glancing at Xiao Yan and the others before he slowly spoke again:
" Luo Xiong, the Taiyi Star Disk has been repaired, which truly surprises me. However, I have already stated that today, if we do not fight, then so be it; but if we do fight, then it will be the day your Heavenly Cloud Manor is destroyed. This has never changed!"
As Wu Du's chilling words fell, he suddenly clapped his hands lightly. The rhythmic clapping echoed between heaven and earth. At the same time, the void beside him suddenly distorted, and then an old man dressed in black robes with gray hair and beard appeared in the void. The moment the old man appeared, the expressions on the faces of the Seven Heroes of the Luo Clan in the great formation changed drastically.
" Gui Duo!"
The moment the exclamation rang out, the immense aura and pressure within the great formation surged violently. In the city below, countless people looked up at the figures that had reappeared in the sky. Their expressions were initially slightly taken aback, but after hearing the exclamation from the Seven Heroes of the Luo Clan, their expressions turned to one of horror.
" Gui Duo?!"
" Gui Duo, is he the Vice Sect Master of the Ghost Fiend Gate, Gui Duo?!"
"How come he's here too? This guy reached the Yuan Zun realm years ago, making him a well-known Yuan Zun expert in the Central Region. How did he get involved in today's conflict between my Heavenly Cloud Manor and the Tribulation Crossing Sect?"
"The situation is dire. If Gui Duo and the Tribulation Crossing Sect join forces, then the Tribulation Crossing Sect will now have two Yuan Zun experts on their side. In that case, wouldn't our Heavenly Cloud Manor be in grave danger...?"
The appearance of the Gui Duo immediately caused a stir in the city below, and many people couldn't help but tense up. This included the Seven Heroes of the Luo Clan and Luo Cheng, who were also unable to imagine that the Ghost Fiend Gate would get involved in the conflict between them.
As for Xiao Yan at this moment, after hearing the discussions among the people in the city below, his already solemn expression became even more gloomy. Since he was a member of the Ghost Fiend Gate, he naturally understood why Gui Duo had appeared here.
" Gui Duo, the Ghost Fiend Gate has always refrained from interfering in the conflicts between my Heavenly Cloud Manor and the Tribulation Crossing Sect. I never expected that you would actually take action for the Tribulation Crossing Sect today!"
Luo Xiong's face was solemn. Who would have thought that the Ghost Fiend Gate would intervene in such a great battle? In that case, Heavenly Cloud Manor's situation was not good!
"Hehehe, Elder, you misunderstand. The Ghost Fiend Gate will not interfere in the affairs between your two families. My purpose in coming here is solely to capture Xiao Yan. He is the person our sect leader specifically requested to be captured. Now that he has arrived in the Central Region, I know of it and naturally have the obligation to bring him back. If anyone obstructs me, then I will have no choice but to offend them."
As soon as these words were spoken, the expressions on the faces of the Luo Clan members, whether in the city below or in the sky above, immediately turned to shock. Many people couldn't help but look at Xiao Yan at this moment. It was hard to imagine that a Origin Emperor would actually attract the personal attention of the Ghost Fiend Gate's deputy sect leader. This was simply too astonishing!
At this moment, the hearts of the Luo Clan members present wavered once again. If it were only Wu Du, a Yuan Zun Venerable, present, Heavenly Cloud Manor would not have been afraid. However, the appearance of Gui Duo instantly shifted the situation in favor of the Tribulation Crossing Sect. If Heavenly Cloud Manor were to step in to protect Xiao Yan and his group, they had no doubt that Gui Duo would join forces with Wu Du to deal with the Heavenly Cloud Manor. At that time, even with the protection of the Taiyi Star Disk, they would still be unable to defeat two Yuan Zun Venerables, and the outcome would be predictable.
Whether to let go or not has become another crucial decision for the Heavenly Cloud Manor.
At this moment, Xiao Yan also watched the scene with resentment. He knew that Heavenly Cloud Manor had already done more than enough by risking their lives to fight against the Tribulation Crossing Sect with the full strength of the clan for their sake. It would be too difficult to force them to make a choice now. In the end, it was his turn to step forward.
"Call..."
Letting out a deep breath, Xiao Yan glanced wryly at Xiao Yi Xian and the others beside him. Seeing the bitter expressions on their faces, he nodded slightly, then turned to Luo Xiong and the others, bowed, and said:
"Thank you all for your care these past few days. Today's matter originated from this junior, and it is my responsibility to bring it to a close. Therefore..."
Before he finished speaking, Xiao Yan suddenly turned around and looked at Gui Duo not far away. His eyes were filled with killing intent, and the Origin Qi in his body surged out at this moment!
"Let me face this!"