Battle
Battle . . .
In the Particle World, specifically in the Royal Sacred Region within the confines of the Star River Association, a gathering of formidable experts took place. This assembly comprised individuals of exceptional strength, surpassing even the renowned members of the Star River Association. In this corner of the Particle World, they held sway, commanding respect from the immortal-foundation experts who inhabited this realm.
The leader of this distinguished group, a man of authority, raised a pressing question, "Where can we find Qin Wentian?"
One of the attendees promptly replied, "We are uncertain, but our vast information network suggests that Qin Wentian established an intricate formation within the Bai Clan's domain in Sky Harmony City. Following this, the entire Bai Clan vanished into thin air. Our attempts to investigate were futile, as our immortal senses failed to detect their whereabouts."
The mention of Qin Wentian's vanishing act weighed heavily on their hearts.
"Is it conceivable that he has abandoned this Particle World in pursuit of the Immortal Realms?" The leader asked, his tone marked by curiosity rather than accusation.
The response came swiftly, "I doubt it. If Qin Wentian had indeed departed for the Immortal Realms, he would have had no need for such an elaborate formation. Immortal-ranked treasures could effortlessly transport him and his companions."
"Indeed," the leader concurred. "Let us make our way directly to Chu Country, and maintain unwavering vigilance through our perpetual activation of immortal senses. We shall track him down, even if we must unearth every inch of this world, root and stem."
With his command, the leader ascended into the skies, embarking on a course set for Chu Country. His formidable entourage trailed closely behind, their collective presence an awe-inspiring display of might.
In Chu Country, a coalition of immortals descended upon the land, their arrival ushering in an atmosphere of trepidation and reverence. As they traversed the nation, their immortal auras extended like towering pillars, exuding an overwhelming force. These beings, in all their glory, were none other than immortals.
Their journey led them to the heart of Sky Harmony City, where their arrival sent shivers down countless spines. The population bowed their heads in deference, their hearts quaking. These immortals, each a titan of power, possessed auras that reached far into the heavens, casting a palpable wave of immortal energy.
The immortals, however, had a singular objective: to locate Qin Wentian and his companions. Their determined pursuit left no stone unturned, sweeping across the heavens and the earth in an exhaustive search.
Hours passed, and the entire breadth of Chu Country underwent meticulous scrutiny. The immortals reconvened above the airspace of Sky Harmony City, their expressions marred by bewilderment. Despite their concerted efforts, they found no trace of Qin Wentian or his associates. It was as though, in the span of a single night, they had vanished from existence.
"Perhaps they have departed Chu Country. Should we consider searching the entire Particle World?" suggested one of the immortals. With their substantial numbers, an extended search would be feasible, encompassing the entire world through their immortal senses.
"Very well. Initiate a Particle World-wide search. Should our efforts prove fruitless, we shall enlist the aid of an Immortal King," declared the leader. "Each of you will be assigned specific regions to investigate. Prepare for immediate deployment."
"Understood!" came the unanimous response as they readied themselves for an exhaustive search. Their resolve remained unshaken, determined to unearth Qin Wentian, regardless of the depths to which he had concealed himself.
Their relentless quest to locate Qin Wentian and the members of the Bai Clan had met with an unyielding truth—they would return empty-handed. Days had passed in ceaseless pursuit, scouring every inch of this world, but it seemed that Qin Wentian's group had vanished into the ether, leaving no trace behind.
Defeated and disheartened, these experts had no choice but to retreat to the Star River Association. There, they dispatched agents to Sky Harmony City to maintain vigilance over the situation.
Meanwhile, Qin Wentian, fresh from his sojourn in the immortal realms, landed in Sky Harmony City. To the naked eye, the place appeared desolate and vacant, as if all life had vanished. However, Qin Wentian's presence brought about a transformation. He moved with a calculated grace, tracing an enigmatic pattern upon the ground. As he did so, the ancient runes previously etched there began to shimmer, accompanied by resounding rumbles that resonated through the air. Beneath the very earth they stood on, a sprawling manor materialized—none other than the Bai Manor!
The Bai Manor had been restored to its original location, sheltering the Bai Clan, Qin Wentian's kin, and his dearest friends. It was a feat that the Star River Association could never have anticipated.
But the Medicine Sovereign wasted no time in issuing a grave warning, "Wentian, the Star River Association has sent a contingent here, and it comprises many formidable experts. You must leave this place immediately and return to the immortal realms."
Fairy Qingmei added her voice, emphasizing the urgency, "They will undoubtedly monitor every detail here. Qin Wentian, it's imperative that you depart now before it's too late. This grand formation may possess the power to obscure the heavens and the oceans, but its secrecy has been compromised."
Qin Wentian, his brow furrowed, inquired about the Star River Association's visit. Clearly, they had acted with surprising swiftness, for the reinforcements from the Thousand Transformations Immortal Sect were still en route.
"Yes," the Medicine Sovereign confirmed. "They dispatched more than ten immortal foundation experts, and their strength is formidable. We cannot afford to delay any further."
Mo Qingcheng chimed in, "Indeed, you have to leave now. I sense that they are approaching. This concealment won't endure for long."
Unfazed, Qin Wentian assured them, "Don't worry; I've brought something back with me. Let's go. We'll relocate to the outskirts of Sky Harmony City in an instant. This place is too exposed."
Taking control of the formation, he steered it through the air, causing the Bai Manor to shift to the forest beyond Sky Harmony City. The revelation that the Bai Clan had not truly vanished but had remained hidden within plain sight stunned everyone. Their concealment had been masterful, a ruse crafted by Qin Wentian himself.
In the sprawling forest on the city's outskirts, where Qin Wentian had been rescued by Mo Qingcheng years ago, he smiled at the memory. Turning to Mo Qingcheng, he said, "Qingcheng, you saved me here once, though you left without revealing your identity. I thought someone else had come to my aid."
Mo Qingcheng admitted, "Indeed, it was Little Rascal who led me to this forest. I had followed him for some time, but when he met you, he instantly gravitated toward you, deciding to follow you instead."
Little Rascal, nestled in Mo Qingcheng's arms, boasted with pride, "I was weaving the threads of destiny between you two."
Both Qin Wentian and Mo Qingcheng exchanged puzzled glances.
"Are we truly not heading to the immortal realms?" Mo Qingcheng asked, her grip on Qin Wentian's hand tightening as she voiced her lingering concerns.
Qin Wentian reassured Mo Qingcheng with a gentle smile, "It's all right." With a single step forward, he beckoned forth a breathtaking spectacle. A colossal, ancient city materialized before their eyes, its grandeur transcending mortal comprehension. It radiated an aura akin to a divine weapon, as if it were a masterpiece forged by celestial hands.
"Let's go!" Qin Wentian's voice boomed. Driftsnow City, in all its majesty, enshrouded the entire forest on Sky Harmony City's outskirts. Moments later, an ancient city stood just outside the boundaries of Sky Harmony City.
"Come, let's enter," Qin Wentian invited with a smile. His companions stood awestruck, utterly dumbfounded by this extraordinary sight. Qin Wentian had journeyed to the immortal realms and returned with this magnificent ancient city in tow. He had quite literally brought an entire city with him!
Yes, a whole city!
The onlookers at Sky Harmony City's entrance shared their astonishment. The news swiftly spread, drawing countless curious souls to the city walls. They gazed in awe at this newfound metropolis, which exuded an incomparable sense of grandeur, rendering Sky Harmony City minuscule by comparison.
"Did Qin Wentian bring this back from the immortal realms? Are cities in the immortal realms really mobile like this?" The people of Sky Harmony City grappled with the unprecedented reality before them. Meanwhile, Qin Wentian's relatives and friends had already entered the city, none more elated than Fatty Fan Le. "Boss, where did you find such an incredible city?"
"This city is a mighty weaponized city, a serendipitous discovery," Qin Wentian shared. His statement left those nearby utterly flabbergasted. A weaponized city—a city that was a divine weapon!
"Can it attack?" inquired the Medicine Sovereign.
"Indeed. When I was at the Celestial Phenomenon level, I could already command it to unleash formidable attacks. Now that I'm at the Immortal Foundation realm, its power will undoubtedly be even more formidable," Qin Wentian affirmed. By harnessing the might of Driftsnow City, he had slain immortals, even those at the ascendant level.
"It seems you've planned this meticulously," the Medicine Sovereign acknowledged with a nod. Qin Wentian had always been one to foresee his course of action.
News of the Bai Manor's reappearance rapidly reached the ears of the Star River Association. In no time, their experts arrived—more than ten immortal foundation experts floated in the air above the ancient city. Their combined presence illuminated the entire area with an overwhelming radiance, their power unrivaled in this world.
The lead immortal wasted no words and commanded, "Seize him!" Their intent was clear, for there was no need for fruitless debate with Qin Wentian.
—BOOM!— A tumultuous surge of immortal power erupted, its brilliance emanating from multiple immortal foundations. It generated an oppressive force that descended upon the ancient city, bearing down upon it with overwhelming might. Within the city's confines, countless runes shimmered, casting heavenly chains into the sky. These chains, like ethereal serpents, were directed at the immortal-foundation experts.
"SEVER!" One of the immortals possessed an immortal foundation in the form of a sword. As he stood there, he resembled an unparalleled sword of the world, exuding an aura of absolute sharpness. He sought to cleave apart the heavenly chains that ensnared the ancient city.
—RUMBLE!— Qin Wentian's figure expanded to a colossal 1,000 meters in height, reaching the stature of a giant. He cast an increasingly formidable shadow that enveloped him entirely. From within that shadow, Qin Wentian controlled his massive arm, reaching out to seize the immortals in mid-air. The immortals were forced to retreat, but they witnessed the radiance from the ancient city intensifying. Arrows formed of law energy materialized and streaked through the air, potent enough to slay even immortals.
The experts promptly tapped into greater power from their foundations and shattered the arrows. However, the shadow conjured an enormous palm imprint of unparalleled terror, an entity too colossal to obstruct.
One of the immortal-foundation experts failed to evade in time and was instantly ensnared by the gigantic palm. With a brutal, bone-shattering compression, the immortal was reduced to fragments amid screams of anguish.
"Retreat!" The leader of the Star River Association's immortals sensed something amiss. This city appeared to be none other than the legendary Driftsnow City, and somehow, Qin Wentian could harness its might in combat. Despite their numerical advantage, they found themselves grossly outmatched in sheer combat prowess.
Other immortals shared the same sentiment—a sense that something was profoundly wrong. Leveraging the might of this ancient city, Qin Wentian could unleash an astonishing level of power.
Suddenly, they beheld Qin Wentian guiding the gargantuan palm to ascend toward the heavens. In an instant, a supreme sword aura swept across everything, manifesting into a tempest of sword qi that threatened to bury all the experts beneath its unforgiving onslaught. The leader hastened to soar higher into the sky, disappearing into the clouds. He had no time to concern himself with the others.
"DIE!" The palm transformed into the shape of a sword finger, thrusting outward. Swiftly, an overwhelming aura of immortal annihilation swept through the surroundings. This pervasive might pierced through numerous immortal foundations, causing the immortals to plummet from the heavens—they all perished upon impact!
In the presence of this city, it seemed that immortal-foundation experts were as frail as ants.
Far away, in Sky Harmony City, mortal hearts quaked with trepidation. Many fled blindly as waves of immortal power surged through them. Yet, a significant portion chose to remain, transfixed by the unfolding battle. Profound emotions welled within them. Could this level of strength truly be harnessed by a human celestial martial cultivator?!