Chapter 437: Underworld Alliance

Rumbling—!!!

A terrifying aura spread across the Heavenly Dome, as a colossal, inky-black city emerged like a traditional ink wash painting, looming over Guangling Daocheng.

Oppression, confinement, horror, death…

Countless menacing energies seeped relentlessly from within that dark metropolis. A monstrous beast, adorned with nine heads—two glaring with unbridled ferocity—seemed poised to unleash a devastating maelstrom capable of shattering the heavens and earth!

In an instant, Guangling Daocheng was engulfed in a deathly silence.

“Underworld…”

Gu Qianchi’s face betrayed a complex array of emotions, with a trace of bewilderment and dread flickering in his eyes.

Indeed…

It was dread!

Taking a step back, he looked at National Teacher Xie Yunshen, his eyes swirling with turbulent emotions and an unmistakable hint of fear as goosebumps rose on his skin!

Could it be that the National Teacher and the Underworld had been allied from the start?!

Was this war against Qianyuan Divine Sect nothing more than an elaborate play?

A grand scheme targeting the loyal Divine Sect vassals of the Great Jing Court?

After all, too many powerful figures had fallen in the battle against Qianyuan Divine Sect.

The head of Tian Dan Divine Sect, Gu Changqing, National Teacher Zhao Chunqiu, and the leader of Jiangnan Dao Haoran Academy, Bai Buyi, were amongst those lost…

Even Zhao Beidou, a pillar among the ancestral masters of Divine Calamity, suffered unprecedented devastation in the battle—so severe that even his Calamity Wheel was marred with irreparable cracks, likely dooming him prematurely.

It was clear: every major Divine Sect had been grievously wounded by this fight.

Moreover, among the Dragon God’s lineage, the pillar known as Old Dragon God had fallen—a true master of Divine Calamity at the one-disaster two-calamity stage!

In short, the Dragon God’s lineage was virtually annihilated.

And what of the Imperial Court?

It appeared that only Ji Mo Li’s physical form had been shattered. Yet, as a revered ancestral master of the Divine Sect, Gu Qianchi knew all too well the deeds of King Ping Luan.

This King, who once opposed the Corpse God Sect in Jizhou and perhaps hatched his own schemes, might even have been an intended adversary of the Imperial Court…

But the demise of the National Teacher’s lieutenant, Tian Can Di Que, made Gu Qianchi hesitate momentarily.

That hesitation quickly dissolved when he realized that Tian Can Di Que seemed to have betrayed the National Teacher.

Gu Qianchi drew in a deep breath. So… could it be that all of this was part of National Teacher Xie Yunshen’s ploy?

Had National Teacher Xie Yunshen long ago allied with the Underworld to eliminate the devoted Divine Sect warriors of the Imperial Court?

If that were true, all Gu Qianchi could feel was a rising sense of dread and terror.

Bashu Sword Pavilion…

Might it be the next target for the Divine Sect?

Xie Yunshen gave Gu Qianchi a bitter smile, as if intuiting his thoughts. “Master Gu, there’s no need to overthink…”

“Had I truly cooperated with the Underworld earlier, I wouldn’t have been able to mobilize even the Destiny Golden Lotus. The Imperial Court would never allow using the realm’s vital energy—and it would be a drain on my own life force.”

“My alliance with the Underworld was forced upon me; Tian Dan Divine Sect had offended the wrong people.”

Xie Yunshen swayed his feather fan gently, a grim smile on his face as he spoke.

“According to the intelligence I received some days ago, Qianyuan’s Young Master—Li Nuǎnxi, daughter of Li Shengshou—was spotted in Guangling Daocheng, being pursued by a Martial Saint from Tian Dan Divine Sect…”

“You know how vital Li Nuǎnxi is—she’s the prized jewel of Qianyuan Divine Sect and of Li Che, the Divine Eagle Hand. She’s also a treasure of the Underworld. That led me to establish contact with them.”

“As long as I refrain from attacking Qianyuan Daocheng, why can’t the Underworld cooperate with me?”

“The Underworld seeks justice for Li Nuǎnxi while I aim to conquer Tian Dan Divine Sect. It was an instant match, and thus we joined forces.”

Xie Yunshen murmured to Gu Qianchi, his gaze softening.

Gu Qianchi’s eyes shimmered with concern as he frowned, sensing something was amiss…

Could it really be so?

Xie Yunshen said no more as he leisurely waved his fan and looked up at the terrifying, ferocious beast struggling free from the Underworld’s Fengdu!

It was Fan Hai Jiuying, one of the Underworld’s ten monstrous terrors!

As if a legendary beast had descended into reality!

The Underworld’s brand-new weapon!

It had made its first appearance among mortals!

Following Xie Yunshen’s gaze, Gu Qianchi too shifted his focus. He had already withdrawn his mind from the alliance between the National Teacher and the Underworld, no longer startled or terrified.

Thus, he too laid eyes on the Underworld’s ferocious monster, Fan Hai Jiuying.

For a fleeting moment, Gu Qianchi felt a sense of familiarity, yet that feeling was suddenly shattered by Fan Hai Jiuying’s piercing roar!

Sound waves, like rolling tides, spread out in rings across the Heavenly Dome, rippling through space as if it might burst and shatter!

Rumbling—

Above the dome, catastrophic clouds roiled—a sign of the three calamities and nine calamities coalescing and ready to be unleashed.

Behind Fan Hai Jiuying, an enormous, jet-black dragon pearl emerged—reminiscent of the Dragon Emperor Pearl, inscribed with the visage of the Ancestral Dragon.

Two thick, inky torrents of calamity energy flowed along the Dragon Emperor Pearl!

“One Calamity, Two Calamities!”

Gu Qianchi’s eyes narrowed. This Underworld beast had ascended to the one-disaster two-calamity stage!

“The Underworld… is it really this formidable?!”

Gu Qianchi’s tone wavered.

In the past, the Underworld’s might was embodied only by an Underworld Yama—it wasn’t even at the level of Divine Calamity.

But now, it seemed the Underworld had unveiled its true power—not only possessing a Ghost Emperor capable of slaying Old Dragon God, but also deploying a mythic beast rivaling the one-disaster two-calamity level!

How strong could the Underworld truly be?!

It was utterly inscrutable…

This suddenly emerging force resembled a mysterious black hole, its limits impossible to grasp.

Who truly stood behind the Underworld?

As an ancestral master of the ancient Divine Sect, Gu Qianchi was well aware that behind many of today’s major powers lurked even greater forces—always linked to the Bizarre Temple.

For instance, behind the Western Lands of Buddhism was the pantheon of Black Xumi, and behind Witch God Mountain was the Ghostly Demon Den…

In fact, behind Great Jing Court stood none other than the Dark Heavenly Court.

And the Underworld?

Which pantheon backed the Underworld?

Gu Qianchi drew a deep breath, his heart trembling.

Xie Yunshen then looked at him. “Master Gu… have you made your choice?”

Though Xie Yunshen’s voice was soft, Gu Qianchi knew he had no other option.

Just as Zhao Beidou had nearly been reduced to a dying state for the sake of the Imperial Court, what could one do even after learning the truth?

Defy them? If he rebelled, the fate of the Dragon and Tiger Divine Sect would surely be sealed by the court.

“Sigh…”

“National Teacher, your methods are remarkable.”

One had to admit, Xie Yunshen was truly no pushover—cold and ruthless to the core.

“Master Gu… please.”

Xie Yunshen pointed gently with his feather fan.

Without another word, Gu Qianchi clenched his fist; explosive sword energy burst forth, shooting skyward and blossoming in a brilliant display.

It was aimed at the Tian Dan Divine Sect.

Gu Yinxuan fixed his gaze on the massive, inky beast, its fierce aura battering him as if space itself trembled under the force of its three calamities and nine calamities.

“This is a fearsome beast approaching the one-disaster three-calamity stage!”

Gu Yinxuan squinted his eyes.

“The Underworld…”

His heart sank slightly.

Beside him, Gu Yangxuan’s expression had long soured. “The Underworld… Xie Yunshen actually allied with the Underworld?! How could he dare?!”

Gu Yangxuan was visibly frustrated and anguished.

After all, there was no reason for the Underworld and the National Teacher to cooperate, was there?

Could it be that such deep-seated hatred could simply be ignored?

Boom—!!!

A deafening roar erupted—reminiscent of a dragon’s cry, yet laced with a staggering shockwave and a soul-shattering force!

At the Tian Dan Divine Sect Mountain Gate, disciples went weak in the knees, trembling uncontrollably.

Fan Hai Jiuying lashed out ferociously; with a powerful swipe of its fleshy wings, tidal waves of force burst forth as it charged straight at Patriarch Yinxuan.

Gu Yinxuan’s face grew grim. In this world he could not unleash the full power of one-disaster two-calamity; his strength was suppressed, and facing this beast he was promptly overpowered.

Meanwhile, Gu Qianchi remained silent, his eyes burning with anger as he struck with lethal force.

The slashing sword light tore through the sky, scattering countless dazzling sparks.

Though an ancestral master, Gu Qianchi had spent years in seclusion. Yet he wasn’t foolish—he sensed something dire.

Perhaps, by fully unleashing himself as a sword in Xie Yunshen’s hands, the Bashu Sword Pavilion might yet cling to a sliver of hope.

For Gu Qianchi believed that the relationship between Xie Yunshen and the Underworld…

Maybe wasn’t merely a collaboration using Li Nuǎnxi as a pretext.

It dated back long, long ago—Xie Yunshen had long been allied with the Underworld.

Perhaps…

The Underworld was backed by the Great Jing Court?!

It all added up…

Yes, everything finally made sense!

All those fallen warriors, the injured and the beneficiaries—who were they really serving?

It was the Imperial Court!

The thought made Gu Qianchi’s hair stand on end.

“Using such overt and covert methods to win hearts and consolidate energy… is it worth it?!”

Gu Qianchi could only think that these power players were utterly corrupt!

“Ah—!”

“Sever!!!”

Gu Qianchi roared, unleashing a torrent of pent-up fury.

Suppressing his cultivation to avoid triggering the full force of the three calamities and nine calamities, he nearly brushed against the very limits of the Heavenly Will.

Boom—!!!

A terrifying sword beam distorted the sky as it dashed toward Gu Yangxuan.

Its wild, furious assault nearly drained the color from Gu Yangxuan’s face.

“Madness!”

“Gu Qianchi, you’re absolutely insane!”

“Is it worth sacrificing your life for the Imperial Court?!”

Gu Yangxuan bellowed.

Only to be met by Gu Qianchi’s even more fierce sword beam: “Not for service… but for death!”

Boom—!!!

A staggering explosion of sound shook the heavens!

Above Tian Dan Divine Sect Mountain Gate, massive clouds erupted as a horrifying force surged.

Gu Yinxuan’s body was blasted away like a cannonball, his bones shattering while a dense cloud of blood mist erupted, only to crash violently into the mountain gate.

Dust and debris swirled upward.

Above the Heavenly Dome, Fan Hai Jiuying raised its head in a defiant howl, its wingbeats and razor-sharp claws like deadly blades.

Rumbling—!!!

High above the dome, a massive bolt of calamity lightning, reminiscent of a living dragon, crashed down!

Fan Hai Jiuying had been cultivating the Ancestral Dragon Calamity, and the resulting catastrophe could only manifest as a bolt of lightning!

Bang—!

Struck by the searing bolt, the beast’s body erupted in splatters of dark blood!

“What lunatic!”

Gu Yinxuan vaulted skyward from the ruins, his eyes blazing with anger.

In the mortal realm, bearing the full force of the Heavenly Will’s wrath, he was forced to unleash power beyond his limits.

That was precisely why, during the battle, Gu Yinxuan was so ruthlessly driven back.

For instance, he could only muster half a step of Divine Calamity power, while this savage beast unleashed a full one-disaster two-calamity assault without any hindrance!

Thus, Gu Yinxuan was utterly crushed!

The beast’s claws, sharp as five divine blades, ruthlessly tore through, rending space itself asunder.

Bang—!!!

The entire Tian Dan Divine Sect mountain was shattered to pieces as Gu Yinxuan was blasted upward, his face twisted in agony.

He had no wish to continue fighting this deranged monster—it was futile.

This insane beast would ultimately be slain by the curses of lightning!

“Yangxuan, run!”

“Stop lingering! Abandon Tian Dan Divine Sect!”

Gu Yinxuan shouted coldly.

All he now desired was to call his brothers and flee far away.

He could already sense the opening of Qitian City, and the resurgence of Qitian Temple’s legacy was imminent…

He had to reach Qitian City!

He must enter the Earthly Bizarre Temple and even cross into the Heavenly Bizarre Temple, seeking his destiny in the realms beyond!

To truly become a god, to embrace the path of immortality!

Gu Yangxuan, meanwhile, staggered in defeat at the relentless onslaught of the mad Gu Qianchi.

Though he heard Gu Yinxuan’s enraged roar, Gu Yangxuan wavered slightly.

After all, Gu Yinxuan had entered a state of feigned death millennia ago, caring little for the sect. But Gu Yangxuan was different.

He was an ancestral master, revered by Tian Dan Divine Sect for a thousand years, having reaped countless rewards…

Above all, his secret art—the Human-Toad Technique—required Tian Dan Divine Sect as a resource hub!

How could he simply abandon Tian Dan Divine Sect…?

He was unwilling to concede!

Yet Gu Yangxuan knew the writing was on the wall.

With Gu Yinxuan overwhelmed, Gu Yangxuan found himself unable to match the frenzied assault of the crazed Gu Qianchi…

Thus, the era of Tian Dan Divine Sect came to an end.

Without Tian Dan Divine Sect…

A trace of madness flashed in Gu Yangxuan’s eyes.

“The ultimate elixir—a supreme elixir!”

“Without Tian Dan Divine Sect… I must devour and refine that supreme elixir, Li Nuǎnxi!”

“Only then can I have even a sliver of hope!”

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Jingguang Prefecture.

Shendiao Ridge.

Snow cascaded from the heavens, swirling and scattering in a relentless tumble.

Li Che, clad in a flowing black coat, his dark, lustrous hair billowing in the wind, wore a gentle, honest smile reminiscent of the days when he arrived at Jingguang Prefecture—and when he departed.

The leader of the Divine Sect Branch Nan Lihuo, along with Imperial Watch Monitor Hu Yingyue and others, looked at Li Che as if he had only just left.

But now, Li Che was unmistakably changed.

He greeted everyone warmly, remembering each one by name. They were all astonished, for the Li Che of old was no more.

Now, Li Che was the Divine Eagle Hand, a fifth elder of Qianyuan Divine Sect!

A Divine Nucleus Cultivator of the highest repute!

Across Jingguang Prefecture, none could compare to him.

Though everyone acted with caution, Li Che remained affable.

After exchanging pleasantries, his gaze fell upon the thrilled and enamored Tang Sanjia. Tang Sanjia, staring at the towering Qitian Armor, was lost in a state of pure adoration.

Despite his small stature next to the hundred-foot tall armor—and only able to caress its foot—the affection was undeniable.

Tang Sanjia simply could not let go.

Suddenly, an exuberant Tang Sanjia patted the armor hard. His massive frame staggered backward as he erupted in boisterous laughter.

“A Che, take this divine mechanical Qitian Armor with you. It’ll be wasted here. Only by completing its assembly can you become its true master—the one destined to make it renowned across the lands!”

Tang Sanjia’s eyes flashed with excitement.

Li Che was taken aback—he hadn’t expected Tang Sanjia to be so decisive.

“A Che, promise me: let the world once more witness the prestige of Tang Clan’s machinations. Let them marvel at the shockwave uniquely wrought by our divine mechanisms!”

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“Remember how, back in the day, Tang Clan produced the peerless Mechanical Beast, a sight that left all sides in awe…”

“A single mechanical beast rivaling the might of the foremost martial heroes—such an astounding achievement!”

“And now, Tang Clan’s mechanisms have reached the level of a supernatural Mechanical Beast, matching even a Divine Calamity master’s feats!”

Tang Sanjia spread his arms wide, his face flushed with exhilaration.

“Furthermore, according to Monitor Hu Yingyue, Qitian City is about to open. You should head there, for the Qitian Armor was forged from inspiration struck in Qitian City—the very materials for its craft were sourced from there.”

“So, go to Qitian City with the Qitian Armor—it suits you perfectly.”

Monitor Hu Yingyue, known for his passion for the erhu in Jingguang City, strummed a tune and chuckled, “Just now, the Imperial Watch sent dispatches to all cities along the Eleven Routes of Dajing…”

“A proclamation to the world.”

“Qitian City has opened! Within a month, the once-glorious legacy of Qitian Temple will reemerge!”

“Qitian City is destined to become the nexus where heroes and powers converge.”

Hu Yingyue glanced at Li Che, his eyes sparkling. “Li Shengshou, with your current strength, getting involved in this confluence might be a stretch…”

“After all, Qitian City will attract clandestine Divine Calamity experts, Martial Gods, and top-tier ancestral masters…”

“Now, with the aid of the Qitian Armor, your chances have just risen.”

Hearing this, Li Che’s gaze found Tang Sanjia. Tang Sanjia nodded, his eyes alight with fervor.

“Qitian Armor, you must journey to this convergence of heroes to reveal your true allure—to shake the world!”

“Li Shengshou, I entrust this to you.”

Tang Sanjia clasped his hands in gratitude.

Li Che sighed deeply.

“Very well…”

“I’ve always been a modest man. This high-profile affair is not my preference.”

Everyone found Li Che’s words entirely justified.

Indeed, Li Che had always been low-key, never one for the limelight.

“But now, I shall step into the spotlight.”

“I will make the Qitian Armor renowned throughout the lands…”

Li Che agreed to Tang Sanjia’s plea.

After a few more lighthearted exchanges, Li Che took his leave.

He tucked away the Qitian Armor and bid farewell, his fist clenched as he vanished in an instant before their eyes.

Between heaven and earth, a wild blizzard raged.

Many powerful figures in Jingguang Prefecture found themselves lingering amidst the wind and snow.

Hu Yingyue played a rousing erhu melody.

Laughter echoed through the swirling storm.

“Jingguang Prefecture is about to witness a true legend!”

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Buzz—

With a flash, Li Che appeared hundreds of miles away on a Flying Star.

Suspended mid-air, his black coat fluttered in the wind.

Li Che’s eyes turned cold and distant. Through his mind, connected via the Cosmic Chessboard, he observed the battle at Tian Dan Divine Sect.

Regarding Tian Dan Divine Sect, Li Che intended to see their ruin.

After all, that sect had bullied XiXi back then.

Furthermore, Tian Dan Divine Sect’s collusion with Dengxian Pavilion and the Temple Spirit was utterly detestable.

For such evil, Li Che would show no mercy.

Just as his actions in Feilei City had proven, though not a hero, when it came to dealing with sin, his iron fist came crashing down!

“And besides… Gu Yinxuan…”

“A true talent.”

“Since you’re a talent, the Underworld would surely welcome you.”

Through the Cosmic Chessboard, he surveyed the battle.

After Fan Hai Jiuying, fearless in the face of death and utterly unfazed by the Heavenly Will’s thunderous blows, joined the fray, Tian Dan Divine Sect collapsed under a one-sided onslaught.

Li Che also noticed that Gu Yinxuan was attempting to retreat with Gu Yangxuan.

Gu Yinxuan, the poisonous saint whom Li Che held in high regard, decisively abandoned Tian Dan Divine Sect.

“How can I let you escape?”

Li Che’s fingers curled into a fist, clenching with deadly intent.

Such a poisonous saint escaping… would be an enormous threat.

A treacherous poison, impossible to guard against.

A talent like that must be made one of our own for true safety.

Besides, Gu Yangxuan, now targeted by Divine Calamity, though Li Che constantly kept a watch over XiXi, would be better off eliminated preemptively.

For this kind of peril, Li Che chose to strike first.

Like a spear of divine wrath, his clenched fist bore lethal intent and thundered forth.

In a blink, he vanished from sight.

When he reappeared, he was in Mo City.

Now standing on the Tian Dan Divine Sect battlefield in Guangling Daocheng…

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Rumbling—

Above the Heavenly Dome, a massive bolt of calamity lightning, as vivid as a living dragon, roared down, its radiant burst smothering all other light.

The bolt struck the gigantic, nine-headed, demonic, and frenzied beast, splattering ink-like blood—ending it abruptly.

Fan Hai Jiuying rampaged wildly, roaring and flailing its wings, its one-disaster two-calamity power unleashing a cataclysm that split space into shreds!

Gu Yinxuan’s face trembled uncontrollably.

He continued hurling poisonous pills—each detonating mid-air—but these toxins had no effect on the insane beast!

Boom—!!!

Struck by a heavy blow, Gu Yinxuan was hurled into a shattered space, spitting dark blood, glaring furiously at Gu Yangxuan and bellowing, “Still not leaving?!”

Gu Yangxuan’s rotund body convulsed as he made his choice, abandoning Tian Dan Divine Sect to retreat alongside Gu Yinxuan.

From his hand, Gu Yinxuan produced a black pill, flicked his finger, and it exploded in the air with tremendous force!

The Nine-Turn Ascending Dragon Pill!

Boom—!!!

A terrifying toxic mist erupted mid-air, enveloping the entirety of Tian Dan Divine Sect and Guangling Daocheng.

Gu Yinxuan showed no mercy for innocent lives.

The Heavenly Poison Pill detonated.

In mere moments, it spun in the air, completing nine rotations!

Compared to Li Che, Gu Yinxuan was vastly more adept at using this Heavenly Poison Pill—its potency surpassed even that of Gu Changqing’s concoction.

Nine black dragons roared as though turning into chains, coiling around Fan Hai Jiuying’s massive body.

Perhaps in his previous life, Old Dragon God had been slain by the Nine-Turn Ascending Dragon Pill—so now, despite Fan Hai Jiuying’s one-disaster two-calamity strength, it was completely restrained by the pill’s poisoning force.

Gu Yinxuan’s eyes lit up. “Is he afraid of my Nine-Turn Ascending Dragon Pill?!”

“Let’s go!”

Such a perfect chance for escape would not be wasted by Gu Yinxuan.

While the main toxicity of the Nine-Turn Ascending Dragon Pill constrained Fan Hai Jiuying, minor toxic effects spread throughout Guangling Daocheng and Tian Dan Divine Sect.

Within the Tian Dan Divine Sect Mountain Gate, disciples screamed as their skin darkened and they died instantly—be they Grand Masters or Divine Essence cultivators, none could withstand it for long.

Only Martial Saints and Divine Nucleus Cultivators could fend off the toxins temporarily, merely delaying the inevitable.

When the poison reached their meridians and limbs, even they eventually fell.

On a palanquin, National Teacher Xie Yunshen’s face paled slightly.

Waving his feather fan, he shouted, “Master Gu!”

Gu Qianchi had planned to pursue Gu Yangxuan to display his resolve.

But at the sound of Xie Yunshen’s command, he was taken aback.

A curtain of sword light swept in, blocking the path of the poisonous mist from the Nine-Turn Ascending Dragon Pill, the gleaming beam halting the advancing toxins.

Even the sword light began to darken under the pill’s influence.

“Truly the work of a poison saint… so vile…”

Gu Qianchi broke into a cold sweat.

Looking at the disciples dying of poison within the Tian Dan Divine Sect Mountain Gate, he could only lament the treachery of Gu Yinxuan’s venom.

This man was as venomous as ever, caring nothing for life—even that of his own disciples.

Gu Yinxuan and Gu Yangxuan regrouped.

Their bodies smashed through space as they made a desperate escape.

Yet…

As Gu Yinxuan controlled his mind to maneuver the Nine-Turn Ascending Dragon Pill and flee, a sudden chill struck his heart.

A dark silhouette loomed, a gigantic, jet-black city abruptly blocking their path.

It was none other than the Underworld’s Fengdu City—the very city that had unleashed the maddened beast!

“Underworld!!!”

In an instant, Gu Yangxuan’s eyes blazed with fury!

But when he saw the figure standing atop the Mo City Fengdu’s tower, his initial terror began to dissipate.

For there stood a figure wearing a cold, ruthless horse-face mask, with dark, strong hair whipping wildly above it!

Underworld Ma Mian?!

Gu Yangxuan’s heart skipped a beat.

The reputation of Underworld Ma Mian was well-known to all.

Underworld Ma Mian… was none other than Li Che, the Divine Eagle Hand of Qianyuan Divine Sect!

And Gu Yangxuan’s eyes narrowed.

He recalled Li Che’s other identity:

The father of the supreme elixir—Li Nuǎnxi!

“I heard… you plan to use my daughter to refine the elixir?”

Cold, emotionless words flowed from behind the mask.

Gu Yangxuan sneered.

“So what?”

“And what can you, as her father, possibly do for her?”

Gu Yangxuan laughed bitterly. The Underworld was indeed unfathomable, but Underworld Ma Mian… was rather ordinary.

Yet—

In the next moment, Gu Yangxuan saw Underworld Ma Mian leap abruptly from the tower.

He vaulted down the wall, diving straight at him!

Like a wild horse charging across a thousand miles!

“Seeking death!”

Gu Yangxuan’s corpulent form trembled violently, his features contorting with murderous intent.

An arrogant Ma Mian dared to be so bold in front of him!

If the Underworld Ghost Emperor had been involved, he would have been cautious. But a mere Ma Mian—hardly even a top-tier master—what arrogance!

Does anyone really dare to disrespect an ancestral master of Tian Dan Divine Sect?!

Gu Yangxuan’s face contorted in a snarl, and suddenly the furnace behind him trembled mayhem, with blood and qi erupting fiercely!

He aimed to obliterate this Ma Mian!

Underworld Ma Mian… was nothing more than a worthless, inferior being. Aside from some remote mechanical skills, what did he truly have?!

In the next moment, Gu Yangxuan saw Ma Mian hurl a statue abruptly.

His face registered shock and horror!

For…

That statue swelled in the wind!

In an instant, it transformed into a colossal, terrifying Mechanical Beast!

Buzz—buzz—buzz—buzz!

Countless mystical mechanical seals began to whirl, flashing with a crimson glow!

A fearsome aura possessed only by Martial Gods erupted, capable of annihilating everything!

Gu Yangxuan’s eyes filled with horrified disbelief.

“What… what is this?!”

“A Mechanical Beast?!”

“How can there be a Martial God-level Mechanical Beast?!”

Ma Mian’s figure vanished, only to reappear within the head of the Mechanical Beast as if it were its brain.

The Divine Demon Ape gripped its fingers, its arms adorned with millions of mystical seals clanging with might.

Then, a torrent of heat swirled forth, the overwhelming Tao energy exploding!

A purple flame of Tao calamity covered the Ape’s fist.

Space itself shattered piece by piece under that blow!

It struck mercilessly against a horrified Gu Yangxuan, who had barely time to react.

Bang—!!!

The heavens and earth convulsed!

Blood and flesh were flung in every direction!