For tens of thousands of years, this was the first time he stepped out of the Barbaric Region, only to encounter such a formidable opponent.
In a mere thought, a gigantic door abruptly appeared behind him, as if it had existed since ancient times.
Light and shadow gradually coalesced, exhaling an ocean-like boundless vitality, causing his physique to recover rapidly.
It was a green door, seemingly condensed from a primeval wilderness, possessing a strong, wild power, filled with an immortal, undying brilliance.
"The Eastern Emperor’s Gate!"
Looking at the strange door of light and shadow, the Zidian Ancestor exhibited a hint of seriousness in his gaze.
The Eastern Emperor’s Gate, also known as the Gate of Ten Thousand Demons, involves a special inheritance deep in the Outer Celestial Realm.
The Eastern Emperor’s Gate is rumored to be left by a peerless demon god deep in the Outer Heaven Realm, containing great mysteries. Its essence is extremely powerful, and even its summoned projection possesses at least the power of a Tier Three Immortal Treasure.
It embodies endless vitality and creation.
Undoubtedly, it is a Supreme Treasure of Heaven and Earth.
Yet, merely summoning the Eastern Emperor’s Gate is not enough for this sightless Celestial Immortal Demon God to save his own life.
The Zidian Ancestor’s figure disappeared.
Upon reappearing, a wisp of golden, immortal power radiated from him, and majestic purple-gold lightning suddenly manifested in his hands, with the shadow of a Celestial Dao Talisman faintly appearing in his palm.
The power of this Celestial Dao Talisman emerged, shaking with thunder that even suppressed the Gate of Ten Thousand Demons that devoured the vastness of the heavens, as thunder light shattered the emerald door behind the robust form, his palm striking fiercely at the brow of this Celestial Immortal Demon God, with domineering purple lightning pouring into his head.
Under the thunder light that obliterated the foundation of all things, the layer of red-black rune-formed demon light on the surface of the Celestial Immortal Demon God’s body was breached, with lightning infiltrating his body, his eyes somewhat vacant, as he could clearly feel his own life force rapidly waning, and the disaster authority core of the Demon God of Ten Thousand Tribulations collapsing into destruction.
Under this extreme destructive thunder, he finally recalled the name of an Ancient Immortal who traversed the world.
"You are... Is that possible?"
The face of the Celestial Immortal Demon God under the purple lightning was somewhat twisted, with a warped terror emerging in the remaining traces of its consciousness.
The Zidian Ancestor glanced at a small beast appearing in its true form under his palm, with a slight smile under the thunder light.
"Isn’t it impossible for someone of my Dao Practice to remain here?"
He chuckled softly.
"If that old demon in your Barbaric Region can find a way to stay, then why wouldn’t we Ancient Immortals, who hail from the Celestial Realm orthodoxy, be able to stay?!"
At this moment, in his hand, the Celestial Immortal Demon God gradually revealed its true form beneath the purple lightning.
It was a small beast with a body interwoven with whites and reds, resembling a deer or a qilin, with dragon horns on its head and a tail similar to a cow’s tail, yet covered with fine serpent scales, with a tuft of bright red flames swaying on its tail, appearing particularly magical.
This was a Calamity Beast of Heaven and Earth.
In mythological legends, whenever a great disaster occurred, various strange Exotic Beasts would always be born in the world, appearing in response to the calamity, regardless of their bloodlines or species, they were collectively referred to as Calamity Beasts after being tainted by the breath of disaster.
This is similar to the meaning of Auspicious Beasts in mythology.
Of course, this also implies that they usually possess extraordinary power.
Looking at this Celestial Immortal Demon God, the Zidian Ancestor thought for a moment and decided not to completely erase its Primordial Spirit, leaving a wisp of it intact.
He looked around, smiling as he spoke.
"With this, the Three Lights Divine Water on that junior’s hand is no longer a problem; having you as a token, Ah Yu will know that this treasure is worth every penny!"
The Zidian Ancestor wore a smile.
He laughed joyfully, while other powerful beings in the depths of the void dared not look directly at his face, stepping back one after another.
Most of them came "to watch the excitement," generally as bystanders to witness the battle’s outcome. Should the East Continent struggle, they wouldn’t mind playing the opportunistic robber, taking advantage of the chaos.
And if the Great Xia Dynasty of the East Continent held their ground, they would remain as rational ’spectators’!
Such is the state of the world.
Yet some of the Demon Race powerhouses were grim-faced.
"The Little State Preceptor got trapped?"
This was something they had not anticipated.
At this moment, some formidable demons in the shadows couldn’t help but feel relieved.
Relieved that they were slow to make a move.
Had they acted rashly and fallen into this powerhouse’s hands, they might not have survived.
For a time, many cultivators scattered like startled birds and beasts.
At the same time, many major power’s cultivators also realized that, after this event, the unstoppable rise of the East Continent’s Great Xia Dynasty was undeniable.
Even a suspected Celestial Immortal-level demon god fell in front of Haojing City; with what virtue and ability could they dare to clash head-on with the Great Xia Dynasty!
...
In Haojing City
The Four Spirits God suppressed the Central Hub of Great Xia, its destiny connected with the Great Xia Dragon Vein and sensed changes around Haojing City. They all breathed a sigh of relief; they could perceive that numerous ill-intentioned high-tier cultivators, demons, and evil gods around Haojing City were dispersing, and a great battle was invisibly resolved.
"I wonder what the origin of this Great Immortal is; his Dao Practice has reached such a realm?"
At this moment, around Haojing City, there were still many strong figures from the Immortal Sect Dao Lineages who came to witness the spectacle.
Many of these strong figures had ancient energies.
They had all heard of the name of the Gate of Ten Thousand Demons.
A powerhouse of the Demon Race summoning the Gate of Ten Thousand Demons being suppressed on the spot was only heard of in those mysterious legends in the cultivation realm.
On the city wall, the face of the De Yang Ancestor changed subtly; he somewhat knew the identity of that purple-clothed Daoist.
Beside him, however, the Wan Yang True Monarch sighed.
"The Tongshan Dao Lineage indeed is not something that ordinary Immortal Sect Dao Lineages like ours can contend with!"
The De Yang Ancestor cast a glance at the Wan Yang True Monarch, thinking that choosing the Wan Yang True Monarch as the Sect Leader of the Five Elements Immortal Sect a thousand years ago was a complete mistake.
The Five Elements Immortal Sect may seem high-profile these years, acquiring a lot of territories, but in front of such major sects, it was just small-time play, without any substantial content.
...
Half a day later, above Haojing City, heavenly clouds and auspicious mist emerged, accompanied by the harmonious sound of dragon and phoenix.
In the sky, it seemed as though a nine-colored divine light descended, transforming into a divine bridge between heaven and earth. Seven Red Vein Fire Dragons pulled a dragon chariot from the sky, followed by what seemed to be a flock of Simurgh Phoenixes flying, while legions of Cyan Birds filled the sky like a canopy.
They were the descendants of the Cyan Bird, the Cyan Sparrow Spirit Beasts.
These exceptionally rare spiritual birds appeared in pairs above the Nine-Colored Divine Bridge, their flight accompanied by the rich, clear sound resembling celestial music.
After the Cyan Sparrow Spirit Beasts, groups of Celestial Horses bearing dragon scales appeared, hundreds of them carrying thick red bridal attire. Scores of miles of such decorations dazzled the eyes of numerous cultivators, even those of mortal dignitaries and officials.
Everyone knew that the marriage alliance between the Great Xia Dynasty of the East Continent and the Great Yu Si Family was now sealed.
"Looks like everything went smoothly!"
In the Imperial Palace, on the Observatory Platform, the True Monarch Zhanmo watched this scene, a charming smile appearing on his face.
With the successful marriage alliance between Great Xia and Great Yu, the Tongshan Dao Lineage’s plan was all but complete.
In addition to other traditional allies, unifying the Two Realms Region would likely pose no large issues!
Once the Tongshan Dao Lineage consolidated the Two Realms Region, cleaning up other areas would be relatively easier.
...
After the bridal escort returned to the Imperial Palace, naturally followed the ceremonial rites and into the nuptial chambers.
Zhang Jian’s true form also appeared in the Crown Prince’s Palace, personally officiating the wedding as the Eastern Continent Emperor for this pair of newlyweds.
At that moment, not only many cultivators from the Zhang Family, but Zhang Yi returned, along with Zhang Xian, and Zhang Chang’an from afar at the Guangling Immortal Sect, all showing up, creating quite a lively scene.
Most delighted were Zhang Yi and Qi Ruolan, who had passed the age of sixty.
Nothing brought them more joy than witnessing the Crown Prince’s grand wedding celebration.
The only regret might be that their grandson and granddaughter, who were still cultivating outside, would probably not get to see Zhang Yi settling down and having offspring...