At this moment, everyone clearly saw the terrifying forbidden move—the Flaming Blood Demon Cross—being dragged into that mysterious black hole!
Then all traces of its aura vanished, as if the cross had never existed.
Only a few bloodstains remained on the mountaintop, proof that the Crimson Blood Demon had indeed unleashed his ultimate technique!
And yet, despite that, he was still no match for the illusionist before him.
Is this the true power of the Phantom Spirit lineage?
That was the first thought in the minds of everyone on the mountain.
They couldn't help but feel a chill down their spines. What level had this person's cultivation reached? It was terrifying to even imagine.
The Crimson Demon roared, "This is impossible! Kid, what kind of trick did you use?"
His most powerful technique had been completely neutralized—he didn't even have a chance to fight back...
Meanwhile, Senju Yukika had stood there from beginning to end, completely calm and unmoving, like a towering mountain.
The scene was enough to drive anyone into despair!
The Jade Emperor and several other hidden experts were speechless, their feelings toward Senju Yukika a complex mixture of awe and fear.
So this is the rumored heir to the Myriad Realms Illusion Sect? Unbelievable!
Senju Yukika smiled lightly and said, "What now? Are you out of moves?"
This single sentence left the Crimson Demon frozen in place.
Did he have anything left?
The Flaming Blood Demon Cross had been his trump card, and even that was broken effortlessly by Senju Yukika.
To keep fighting now would only bring further humiliation.
In that moment, the Crimson Demon seemed to age several decades. He slowly shook his head, his eyes filled with regret.
"So this is how it is. The younger generation surpasses the old. I guess it's time for me to retreat into the mountains."
He turned and began to walk away, his figure looking aged and lonely.
As the Crimson Blood Demon attempted to leave, several royal experts stirred, intending to stop him.
But the Jade Emperor subtly shook his head, signaling them not to act rashly.
Just think of the terrifying power behind the Flaming Blood Demon Cross—who among them could stop it?
Just because Senju Yukika had defused it easily didn't mean they could.
And more importantly, the Jade Emperor believed that the most critical task now was seizing the Divine Eye.
This old monster could be dealt with another day.
Suddenly, the Stone City Lord let out a hearty laugh, clearly overjoyed.
Senju Yukika had easily defeated the Crimson Demon King, and this confirmed that siding with Yukika had been an incredibly wise move!
Whether he was truly a descendant of the Myriad Realms Illusion Sect didn't matter—what mattered was his immense strength.
The Stone City Lord stood and announced, "Senju Yukika has won this match. Does anyone else wish to challenge him?"
He looked extremely proud, as if he had personally defeated the Crimson Demon.
But after hearing this, the crowd fell silent.
No one was foolish enough to step forward now. If even the Crimson Demon King had lost, who would dare oppose the heir of the Myriad Realms Illusion Sect?
Especially after seeing how Yukika had neutralized the Crimson Demon's ultimate move with such ease.
Clearly, he hadn't even used his full strength yet!
The ancient monsters glanced at one another and collectively chose to remain silent.
Even the Jade Emperor stood with his hands behind his back, his expression grim.
Though he felt an urge to step forward and test himself against Yukika, his reason told him otherwise—this young man was too dangerous.
Best not to provoke him… not yet.
Seeing the crowd fall into silence, the Stone City Lord chuckled. "Since no one else is stepping forward, Senju Yukika is the strongest among us. As agreed, we'll follow his instructions."
He turned to Yukika expectantly.
Everyone was wondering—would Yukika treat them like experimental subjects the way others might?
But before Yukika could speak, someone stepped out from the crowd and said in a raspy voice, "So, the Myriad Realms Ghost Sect has sent one of their chosen? What a sight to behold!"
Everyone turned to look.
An old man, short and haggard, stepped forward. His face was twisted and ugly, a few strands of hair hanging limply over his forehead.
He didn't look like a cultivator—in fact, even among mortals, he resembled a beggar!
He was downright pitiful.
But the moment he appeared, Senju Yukika felt a wave of pressure. This man's true cultivation… was at the half-step World Stage!
In other words, he had perfected the Super Grade realm and had one foot in the realm of true world-shaking power. He was only days away from comprehending the laws of the heavens!
Still, Yukika wasn't surprised.
His spiritual pressure had long since blanketed the entire mountain range, and none of the hidden experts could escape his perception.
To Yukika, whether one was a super-level or world-level cultivator, they were all ants.
This was a transcendent state of mind—something only those with immense power could possess.
The other observers frowned, trying to recall who this man was.
But the Jade Emperor and another ancient monster both narrowed their eyes in recognition…
They sensed that this elder's power was immense—possibly even greater than their own.
But was he a super-grade expert or a world-famous powerhouse?
Even Lord Yu and others couldn't tell.
The elder introduced himself: "I am the Island Lord of Thousand Lakes. Today, I've come to witness the strength of the Myriad Realms Illusion Sect."
Hearing this, many finally understood.
Thousand Lakes Island was a mysterious force located at the border of the Rakshasa Kingdom.
Its island lord was shrouded in secrecy, and few knew his exact strength!
Senju Yukika nodded. "Go ahead. You can strike first."
He remained still, as usual, following his usual rule: let the opponent attack first.
The duel was about to begin again…