After the Skyfall

Chapter 987 Sudden Encirclement and Attack
As the space before them was torn open, a certain blockade was broken, and the true scene above the nine heavens was revealed—the Heavenly Venerable's Secret Realm, which was coveted by all the powerful races of the Heavenly Realm.

It is said that this place holds the opportunity to become an emperor and also provides access to the chaotic world.

However, the Heavenly King obviously dared not enter the Chaos World, because if he entered the Chaos World without a powerful means of protection, he would soon be dissolved by the Chaos Qi, and even his bones would not remain.

Therefore, what they are fighting for is only the opportunity in this Celestial Realm.

"The Celestial Venerable's Secret Realm has opened. Enter it immediately."

At this moment, the top Heavenly Kings of the powerful races of the various celestial realms formed groups and transformed into beams of divine light, rushing straight towards this secret world before them.

Li Yi did not hesitate. He was caught up in the situation and could only lead the other nine Heavenly Dynasty secret worlds to rush there. This time, he was mentally prepared to prioritize self-preservation and not to covet any so-called opportunities. The most important thing was to come back alive.

Of course, this is just his personal opinion, and everything depends on the situation.

In just a short while, the Heavenly Kings of the various powerful races in the Celestial Realm entered the Celestial Venerable Secret Realm. Then, after a short while, the great power from the depths of the Chaos World dissipated.

The secret realm was sealed off again, and the spatial opening quickly closed once more.

Under this blockade, even if the rogue cultivators of the Celestial Realm and those with weak forces were fortunate enough to arrive here, they could only linger outside the gate, unable to even smell the aroma.

After entering the Heavenly Venerable Secret Realm, Li Yi did not linger but immediately chose to avoid the others and head towards a relatively remote place.

Although the other Heavenly Kings had their doubts, they did not say much and simply followed closely behind.

Since Li Yi is now the leader and they have made a promise, they will naturally abide by it and will not break it. During their time in the Heavenly Venerable Secret Realm, they will strictly carry out his orders.

However, Li Yi's attempt to avoid trouble did not bring about the desired result.

Instead, four top-tier celestial beings flew rapidly towards them, using supernatural powers and spells at an extremely fast speed, arriving almost instantly.

"Stop." Li Yi immediately stopped, wearing the Reverse Scale Armor, holding the Blood God Sword, his eyes shining with divine light, scanning the groups of people around him.

Dragon God King, Divine Punishment King, Tomb King, and others also had grim expressions, their fighting spirit rising, and they drew their weapons and armor, ready to fight.

"The True Dragon Clan, the Rakshasa Clan, the Celestial Clan, the Beast Clan, and the Human Clan—the five powerful clans have come together? Very well, do they intend to ambush and kill our Celestial Clan again, just like last time?"

The son of the God Emperor laughed in extreme anger, his divine power surging, ready to reveal his true form at any moment and start a great battle.

"Fellow members of the Celestial Race, I'm sorry, but the Celestial Venerable Secret Realm doesn't really welcome you this time. Please stay here for today." The speaker was a young man from the True Dragon Race. He wore golden armor, held a spear, had two horns on his head, and was exceptionally cold and aloof.

"The son of the Dragon Emperor of the True Dragon Clan, the True Dragon King, Jin'ao." The veteran Heavenly King of the Tomb immediately recognized this person. He narrowed his eyes and said, "Are you in such a hurry to start a great war so early because you think you're too young and are rushing to your death?"

"Your Celestial God Clan has too many God Emperor seeds. You need to reduce them, otherwise it will be troublesome for them to become Emperors in the future." The True Dragon King Jin'ao said indifferently, "As for sending them to their deaths? Don't talk such big words. With the five powerful clans joining forces, there are as many as sixty-five Celestial Kings. With only ten of you, you can't make any waves."

"If you know what's good for you, I'll spare one of your primordial spirits so you can be reincarnated and start anew. But if you resist, I'll kill one of your primordial spirits and annihilate you all today."

The Heavenly Kings of the Celestial Race were immediately enraged.

They finally understood the predicament of those dozen or so fellow Heavenly Kings when the Heavenly Venerable Secret Realm opened last time; they were truly frustrated and furious.

They were no match for the opposing team's sixty-five top-tier players working together.

Unless they use the power of the God Emperor and fight to the death, but the other side also has such methods, and it would also attract the killing intent of the Heavenly Venerable, the final result would most likely be the annihilation of their side.

"Fellow Heavenly Kings, we only aim to weaken the Heavenly God Clan's fighting power, not to exterminate them. Leaving behind a primordial spirit to end this trip to the Heavenly Venerable's Secret Realm would be better for everyone." The speaker was a human Heavenly King, who spoke with a kind and persuasive tone, seemingly genuinely unwilling to start a great war.

But that face made people want to kill him.

The Heavenly Kings of other powerful clans were also eyeing the situation covetously, and the twelve Heavenly Kings of the Rakshasa clan were particularly eager to kill, ready to strike at any moment.

Because they knew the temperament of the Celestial Race, it was impossible for them to surrender easily. Even when outnumbered, the ten Celestial Kings of the Celestial Race would fight desperately.

However, just as the two sides were on the verge of exchanging blows...

Li Yi had no choice but to step forward at this moment. If a real fight broke out, all the Heavenly Kings of the Celestial Clan would die, and he would most likely also meet with misfortune.

"If you all really intend to surround and kill us, then be prepared to be buried here together." He suddenly shouted, his voice not loud, but his attitude resolute.

Then, with a flick of his wrist, an imperial furnace appeared in his hand, filled with yin and yang energies, its terrifying power poised to be unleashed.

Although the Time-Bound Imperial Furnace is not an offensive Heavenly Emperor Weapon, if it were to unleash its full power, killing a Heavenly King would be no problem.

"That's... the Heavenly Emperor's Weapon?" Upon seeing this, everyone's expression changed instantly.

Then someone remembered something and immediately recognized Li Yi: "So you are the recently popular Taiyi Heavenly King of the Celestial God Clan. The rumors are true. You really did obtain a Heavenly Emperor Weapon in the Third Heaven. I didn't expect that your Celestial God Clan's God Emperor would bring you into the Heavenly Venerable Secret Realm as well."

"That's insane! Doesn't your clan's God Emperor fear losing this Heavenly Emperor Weapon?"

"Killing all of you before we're taken is no problem. What, want to try?" Li Yi said coldly.

The kings of the five powerful clans fell silent for a moment.

Because Li Yi's words were true. If they really fought, the Heavenly Emperor's army's power would be unleashed, and everyone would suffer heavy losses. But it was impossible for them to be wiped out.

They naturally had secret trump cards to keep hidden when they entered the Celestial Venerable's Secret Realm.

The power of the Heavenly Emperor sealed more than one avenue.

But, should they really go to that extent? The True Dragon King Jin'ao, the Blood-Clad Heavenly King of the Rakshasa Clan, and the Dao Yan Heavenly King of the Human Clan—these leading figures all pondered this.

"The fact that the Heavenly King Taiyi possesses the Heavenly Emperor's weapon is indeed a problem. The only way to kill them is by using the power of the Heavenly Emperor. However, the other side must also have the power of the Heavenly Emperor. If that happens, it is very likely to attract the killing intent of the Heavenly Venerable. In that case, no one will benefit."

"If we can surround and kill this Celestial Clan here, we can also obtain a Heavenly Emperor Weapon. The risks and rewards go hand in hand."

"Going all-out now would only benefit others, it's not worth it."

The five powerful clans were secretly discussing the matter.

The final conclusion was that fighting now would be disadvantageous and not worthwhile, and the operation should be abandoned.

"Since none of you want to face a Heavenly Emperor's weapon, then let's retreat immediately," said the True Dragon King Jin'ao.

"withdraw."

The five powerful clans and sixty-five Heavenly Kings, seeing that they could not gain any advantage, exchanged glances, and without hesitation, immediately dispersed and disappeared in the blink of an eye.

The Celestial Clan members, who were prepared for a major battle, were momentarily stunned by what they saw.

"They left?"

"In the end, they were still afraid of the Heavenly Emperor's soldiers and dared not fight, because they knew very well that starting a war under these circumstances would not benefit them at all, but would instead result in mutual destruction and benefit other cultivators."

"This attack is probably an attempt to test our strength. If the Heavenly King Taiyi is not here, they will take the opportunity to start a war."

The group discussed among themselves.

"Follow me." Li Yi's eyes flickered, and then he took a step and strode straight in one direction.

The group hesitated for a moment, but then immediately followed.

“Taiyi Heavenly King, this direction seems to be the direction the Rakshasa Clan left in. Are we going to cause trouble for the Rakshasa Clan?” said Tomb Heavenly King.

Li Yi said, "Of course, their alliance breaking down is a good opportunity to break it. Otherwise, even if we find an opportunity, we may face being surrounded and killed again."

"If that's the case, why not abandon the so-called opportunities in this trip to the Celestial Venerable Secret Realm and launch a hunt for powerful enemies? Don't you want to wash away the shame of the past?"

Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up.

“Alright, that’s how we should do it. What’s the point of seeking opportunities? Killing these despicable creatures is the most urgent matter.” The Divine Emperor’s son immediately agreed.

“If the Heavenly King Taiyi wishes to carry out this matter, we will naturally accompany him,” said the Heavenly King of the Tomb, squinting his eyes.

Li Yi's suggestion was exactly in line with the temperament of the Celestial Race.

Being so humiliated, it's only natural to fight back.

The group followed the trail of the Rakshasa clan without stopping, and soon found the Rakshasa kings in front of a dilapidated imperial palace.

No more, no less, a total of twelve.

"The Celestial Race?" The Blood-Clad Heavenly King of the Rakshasa Race's gaze sharpened, and then a sense of vigilance suddenly arose in his heart; he sensed something was amiss.

But the next moment.

Li Yi made the first move. In an instant, a massive Time Emperor Furnace, as large as a planet, appeared and swept across the area. Endless Yin and Yang energies surged forth, seemingly transforming into a Yin-Yang sword, which instantly slashed towards the twelve Rakshasa Heavenly Kings.

this moment.

The many heavenly kings of the Rakshasa clan were terrified.

At the same time, they realized that the other party wanted to retaliate for being surrounded and killed earlier. But how dare the Celestial Clan? Weren't they afraid that the five powerful clans would gather again and repeat the scene from earlier?

"It's the Heavenly Emperor's army! Use the power of the Rakshasa Emperor, or we'll all be doomed!" one of the Rakshasa Heavenly Kings shouted immediately.

Without hesitation, the Blood-Clad Heavenly King used his trump card.

moment.

A dazzling imperial light erupted from his side, and a terrifying power of the Heavenly Emperor appeared, instantly shattering the Yin-Yang Qi that was slashing towards him, while simultaneously resisting the Heavenly Emperor weapon that was as huge as a planet.

A figure of a Rakshasa Emperor slowly emerged from the imperial light.

The crisis was resolved.

The twelve Rakshasa Kings breathed a sigh of relief.

This Taiyi Heavenly King is too ruthless. He came at us with the Heavenly Emperor's weapon right away, leaving no room for retreat. If we hadn't used the power of the Rakshasa Emperor, we would have lost many people.

However, using the power of the Heavenly Emperor within the Heavenly Venerable's Secret Realm is a major taboo, because the power of the Heavenly Emperor will attract the Heavenly Venerable's killing intent. Even the Heavenly Emperor himself may encounter great disaster, let alone them.

But in that situation, there was no time to worry about anything else.

"We beg the Rakshasa Emperor to slay the Celestial God Clan for us!" the Blood-Clad Heavenly King roared. He wanted to make full use of this Heavenly Emperor's power, or at least force out the opponent's Heavenly Emperor's power, otherwise it would be too much of a loss.

(End of this chapter)