Chapter 496: Battle Begins

"Don't worry, I won't lose. You should all be careful."

The Pill Tower Ancestor smiled faintly, turned slightly, and said to Xiao Ming and Zi Yan. Without waiting for Xiao Ming to answer, his figure silently disappeared from where he stood.

When he reappeared, he was floating in mid-air. With a slight raise of his hand, violent spatial fluctuations surged through the surrounding world, creating a chaotic space in an instant.

"Hun Qian Mo, the area outside is far too small. Come inside for our battle."

The Pill Tower Ancestor stood in front of the entrance to the spatial channel. He laughed in the direction of Hun Qian Mo below. Then he turned around and entered the spatial channel.

At their level, they could create a realm to fight in at will, but such hastily created spaces were unstable and would usually disappear after the battle.

"Hmph, do you think I am afraid of you?" Hun Qian Mo sneered as he watched the Pill Tower Ancestor enter the realm. Everyone noticed the space in the air fluctuate as his body moved, his figure charging into the spatial channel with lightning-like speed.

Soon after they both entered the realm, the space rippled and became transparent. Everyone's vision could penetrate this transparent space and see the two figures floating in the chaotic realm. One of these figures was the Pill Tower Ancestor, and the other was Hun Qian Mo.

"These two are both six-star Dou Saints. Ha ha, it seems that this trip has not been in vain. Such a battle is extremely rare, even if you look across the entire continent..."

The entire mountain range quickly went into an uproar as the two individuals entered the realm one after the other.

For most of those present, this was the first time they had witnessed a confrontation between experts of this level...

Buzz! Buzz!

Upon entering the realm, it was clear that the Pill Tower Ancestor and Hun Qian Mo wasted no time. They immediately engaged in an extremely heated battle in front of many excited onlookers. Even though they were in a different realm, some monstrous energy waves still spread. The muffled sound, like a chiming bell, caused many to feel their chests tighten.

The battle erupted in a flash. The terrifying energy attack that could easily destroy the environment made many people's hearts shake. A power at that level was truly awe-inspiring...

'Alas... the old man won't lose, but he can't win either.'

However, with the battle underway, Xiao Ming could only sigh and turn to Zi Yan.

She understood and stepped forward with an expressionless face, her gaze fixed on Hun Hei Mao.

"Come out and meet your doom, you old coot!"

Zi Yan's voice wasn't loud, but it caught the attention of many who had initially watched the battle within the realm. Zi Yan was a six-star Dou Saint, while Hun Hei Mao was only at the advanced five-star stage. There was no comparison between the two.

The Hall Chief and Hun Hei Mao exchanged glances, noticing the mocking glances from those around them. The latter's face turned exceptionally ugly.

Everyone knew that an advanced five-star Dou Saint couldn't win against an initial six-star Dou Saint. If he stood up, wouldn't he just be asking to be beaten up?

"The old coot seems to be afraid. Kneel and beg for mercy if you are. Perhaps this Emperor will spare your life," Zi Yan scoffed, tilting her chin.

"You..." Hun Hei Mao was furious and wanted to retort, but lacked the confidence due to his inferior strength.

At that moment, Hun Mie Sheng suddenly spoke in a low voice.

"This brat is an Ancient Void Dragon, and although they have extraordinary spatial abilities, they are still magical beasts with pitifully weak souls. The soul is exactly what our Hun Clan excels at. It may not be impossible to win if you target her soul."

Hun Mie Sheng was actually quite helpless when he said this. Originally, he hadn't considered Zi Yan, so the lineup he had prepared this time was lacking. Now he had no choice but to send Hun Hei Mao first, trying to use their own advantages against the opponent's weakness.

Although it was somewhat embarrassing to admit, this idea came from the inspiration he had received when Xiao Ming had used soul power to kill the Tianzuns of their Hall of Souls.

If they had a chance of winning, they would do it; otherwise, it wouldn't matter. In any case, just now, his goal had shifted from harming the Heavenly Court and killing Xiao Ming to simply getting rid of Xiao Ming.

If he could kill Xiao Ming, seize his storage ring, and take away the Tou She Ancient God's Jade, he would be able to achieve his goal, even if it was just barely.

'That's right!'

Unaware of what Hun Mie Sheng was thinking, Hun Hei Mao's face lit up when he heard his words. He felt that it made sense and immediately became arrogant.

"Jie Jie Jie! Young girl, don't be too arrogant just because you have some strength. You think that a bit of strength allows you to act with arrogance. Later, this old man will show you that the cultivation realm is not everything!"

With a strange laugh, the old man's robes fluttered in the absence of wind before he paused in the sky. A vast and mighty Dou Qi erupted from his body in all directions. In an instant, a black fog darkened the distant sky. The light over the entire mountain range became much dimmer.

"Gulp."

In the face of such a terrifying pressure of Dou Qi, sounds of swallowing saliva echoed throughout the mountain range, and numerous gazes were filled with fear as they looked at the old man.

Although the battle within the created realm was even more terrifying, it was isolated from everyone present. The shock of that other battle could not compare to the direct witnessing of such Dou Qi.

"After all, he is an advanced five-star Dou Saint who has lived for a long time and is a member of the Hun Clan. He might have a few tricks up his sleeve..."

Hun Hei Mao's words made some of the Sect's Grand Elders secretly sigh, envious of the Hun Clan's profound heritage.

"Um, this young woman is said to be a powerful member of the Ancient Void Dragon Tribe. The heritage of that tribe may not be inferior to that of the Hun Clan. I think that old guy is just looking for death by challenging her..."

"The Ancient Void Dragon Tribe hasn't appeared for a long time. It's hard to say."

As the people argued among themselves, Zi Yan was too lazy to think about why the old man had suddenly dared to provoke her. She snorted coldly, and a purple light condensed around her. As the purple light dissipated, her tall figure was enveloped in a tight-fitting, dark golden battle armor.

The armor was not bulky; it clung to her delicate and alluring form, outlining her graceful and seductive curves. Beneath the subtle allure was a cold sharpness that could cut to the bone.

A dark golden spear, longer than her own body, appeared in her hand. The long spear danced, emitting a blinding golden light.

"Die!"

The dark golden spear, like a roaring dragon, sliced a bright arc into the void and appeared above the old man's head in the blink of an eye.

Faced with Zi Yan's powerful attack, the old man didn't dare to meet it head-on. With a flick of his sleeve, dozens of pale bone chains shot out to block the attack. But they were easily shattered. The tip of the spear sailed past, narrowly missing the old man and clipping a strand of his hair.

"Hmph!"

After suffering a small loss in their first exchange, Hun Hei Mao's smile disappeared. He focused all his attention on dealing with Zi Yan.

When he saw that Zi Yan had the upper hand and that victory was only a matter of time, Xiao Ming turned his gaze to look at Hun Mie Sheng.

"Your turn?"