Chapter 44: Beginning the Assault on the Dou Di Realm

Chapter 44: Beginning the Assault on the Dou Di Realm

"Heh, just small fry? Soul Heaven Emperor, you're being far too stingy."

At the entrance of the Xiao Realm, Xiao Xuan muttered to himself before casually waving his palm toward the void.

In an instant, the heavens and earth seemed to respond, shattering the void. The unlucky Soul Clan Dou Zuns hidden within didn't even have time to scream before their bodies and souls were obliterated.

Though it appeared to be a simple gesture, the devastating power behind it showcased Xiao Xuan's overwhelming strength.

In the void, the remaining Soul Clan Dou Zun who had escaped the initial attack was struck with terror. While fleeing with all his might, he sent a frantic message to the Soul Clan.

Unfortunately, despite his efforts, Xiao Xuan's second palm strike annihilated him just as mercilessly. No cry escaped his lips as he was reduced to nothingness.

Having finished, Xiao Xuan let out a cold chuckle, then glanced in Xiao Tiance's direction, nodding slightly before disappearing into the void.

Knowing that attempting to break through to the Dou Di realm would create immense commotion and possibly destroy the Xiao Realm if uncontrolled, Xiao Xuan left for the Tianxing Mountains to undertake his breakthrough.

Xiao Tiance did not follow. He had already discussed this with Xiao Xuan beforehand.

"Third Uncle, the patriarch has left. Should we follow him?"

In the void, Xiao Qing watched Xiao Xuan depart and immediately turned to Xiao Tiance for guidance.

"There's no rush. The patriarch's breakthrough to the Dou Di realm isn't something that can be achieved in a short time," Xiao Tiance replied, shaking his head. "Until he fails, the Soul Clan's elites won't dare make a move. If we go now, we might be discovered by the Soul Heaven Emperor. It's not worth the risk."

Having said this, Xiao Tiance closed his eyes again, ignoring Xiao Qing's further questions.

Xiao Qing understood the reasoning this was not something to be rushed. Both the Xiao Clan and the Soul Clan would need to bide their time.

Three days passed quickly.

At the entrance of the Xiao Realm, hundreds of figures suddenly appeared. Leading them was Soul Yuanpo, a peak Seven Star Dou Sheng of the Soul Clan. Beside him were three other Seven Star Dou Shengs, none of whom Xiao Tiance recognized.

Behind them stood an imposing army: over a hundred Dou Shengs ranging from One Star to Six Star. Such a formidable force clearly indicated the Soul Clan's determination to annihilate the Xiao Clan.

"Third Uncle, the enemy has arrived," Xiao Qing informed Xiao Tiance, ready for action.

However, Xiao Tiance didn't immediately respond. Instead, he began forming spiritual imprints. In the blink of an eye, tens of thousands of imprints materialized around him.

"Third Uncle, are you planning to attack now?" Xiao Qing asked cautiously.

"It's too soon to strike," Xiao Tiance replied calmly. "I'm merely making preparations."

He gestured to the imprints and explained, "This is an Eight Grade Spirit Array designed for concealment and teleportation. In a moment, I'll give you the array's core. Once the Soul Clan invades the Xiao Realm, you'll follow them inside.

With this array, even Soul Yuanpo won't be able to detect you. Use it to rescue as many of our clansmen as possible.

When you bring someone into the array, they will be silently teleported out. However, this array can only teleport 500 people at most. After that, it will automatically disintegrate, and you'll be teleported out along with it.

Who you choose to save is up to you."

Xiao Qing listened intently, but his concern remained. "500 people? I understand, Third Uncle. But what happens after I'm teleported out? Will you be able to handle things alone?"

Despite his confidence in Xiao Tiance's strength, the Soul Clan had dispatched an overwhelming force. Even Xiao Tiance couldn't fight indefinitely without limits.

Sensing Xiao Qing's worry, Xiao Tiance said in a low voice, "Don't concern yourself with me. The Soul Heaven Emperor won't appear here, so I'm in no real danger.

As for the Soul Clan forces entering the Xiao Realm today? Since they're here, they won't be leaving.

Consider this my gift to the Soul Heaven Emperor. I'm sure he'll appreciate it."

Xiao Qing was stunned by the bold declaration. "But Third Uncle, this is too dangerous. Let me stay and help. With the two of us and your Heaven Monster Puppet, we might not eliminate them all, but we can certainly take out most of their forces!"

Xiao Tiance shook his head. "Your priority is to save our clansmen. That's the mission.

After the battle in the Xiao Realm, the Soul Clan's Dou Shengs will be severely weakened. I'll have the advantage of lying in wait.

Don't worry about me I won't act unless I'm certain of success."

Seeing Xiao Tiance's determination, Xiao Qing finally relented. Bowing deeply, he said, "I'll await your triumphant return, Third Uncle."

"Good. Here's the array core. Once the Soul Clan breaches the Xiao Realm, you'll know what to do."

Xiao Tiance handed him a jade token before turning his gaze toward the hidden Soul Clan forces in the void.

Meanwhile, in the Tianxing Mountains, the skies darkened ominously. Thunder roared, lightning flashed, and torrential rain poured down.

On a mountain peak, Xiao Xuan stood solemnly, his aura intensifying with each passing moment. The sheer energy radiating from his body caused the surrounding space to tremble and crack.

Finally, feeling he could ascend no further, Xiao Xuan retrieved the vials containing the Dou Di bloodline essence he had collected from his clansmen.

"Let's see this through," he muttered, crushing the vials.

The essence surged into his body, and his aura exploded outward.

"BOOM!"

A terrifying burst of energy illuminated the area, making Xiao Xuan seem almost divine. His radiance was blinding, his presence awe inspiring.

From afar, the Soul Heaven Emperor watched intently. Despite being adversaries, he couldn't help but admire Xiao Xuan.

"To defy fate itself... Xiao Xuan, you truly are the greatest opponent I've ever faced," he murmured.

Beside him, Void Swallowing Flame let out a sigh. "A pity. No matter how talented he is, without a source of pure energy, he'll never succeed in breaking through to the Dou Di realm."

"Yes. His brilliance only makes his failure more tragic. Watch closely it's almost over," the Soul Heaven Emperor said, his tone tinged with cruel satisfaction.

Back on the mountain peak, Xiao Xuan's body began to levitate. Endless streams of Dou Qi from the heavens and earth poured into him.

"Not enough... It's still not enough!"

Realizing his limits, Xiao Xuan roared furiously, pushing his heavenly grade cultivation technique to its maximum. The storm around him intensified, the winds howled louder, and the rain fell harder as the very fabric of the world seemed to unravel.

(To be continued)

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