"Whatâs going on?"
The unusual movements of the nine tribes caught the attention of the powerhouses from the Three Kingdoms.
As the mist gradually cleared, everything became visible and clear.
"That Array..."
Members of the Lingjian Sect narrowed their eyes, observing the Four Directions Array Flag, feeling the power of space.
"This is no ordinary item."
The State Preceptor of Yan Country stepped forward to take a closer look and then said, "This is a Space Array Flag, Iâm afraid even those at the Peak of Middle Stage Guiyuan Realm could be trapped for quite some time."
The fact that even those at the Peak of Middle Stage Guiyuan Realm could be trapped sent a sense of crisis through the crowd.
"Luo Feng is inside the Array."
Elder Duanmu wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and said immediately.
The recent strike from the War Alliance Clan Leader had injured her, and had she not run fast, she might have been severely wounded.
"Yuâer is also missing," Elder Maoâs voice rang out.
They all knew that not only did the battlefield have the Great Witchâs bewildering mist, but Chen Yu had also released a mist using a treasured artifact.
Now both layers of mist had dissipated, and Chen Yu had vanished as well.
Thus, the answer was self-evident; Chen Yu was also inside that Spatial Array.
"Hahaha, itâs done."
The War Alliance Clan Leader laughed aloud, floating above the Four Directions Array Flag.
"Although a fly has slipped in, it shouldnât cause any problems."
The Refining Iron Clan Chief sneered coldly.
"Whatâs going on here?"
The Absolute Yin Ancestor, observing the enemyâs smugness suggesting a successful scheme, felt extremely uncomfortable and had a bad premonition.
Just a moment ago, the battle was fiercely chaotic, but after the nine tribes used the Array to trap Chen Yu and Ye Luofeng, they stopped attacking.
Could it be that the true purpose of the enemyâs war was Chen Yu and Ye Luofeng?
However, Chen Yu and Ye Luofeng were the most outstanding geniuses of the Three Kingdoms. Killing them would indeed have a severe impact on the future of the Three Kingdoms.
"No, thereâs more to it."
The Absolute Yin Ancestorâs eyes brightened with shock, looking towards the not-so-far Fire Qilin.
The Holy Beast Fire Qilin was Chen Yuâs Spirit Pet. With Chen Yuâs death, the Fire Qilin would regain its freedom. Would it continue to assist the Three Kingdoms?
Even within the Three Kingdoms themselves, there would likely be strife and turmoil over this Holy Beast.
The Holy Beast Red-eyed Flood Dragon had already broken through the Middle Stage of the Guiyuan Realm, showing formidable combat abilities, but the Holy Beast Fire Qilin could still restrain the other party; its strength was evident. Without the Fire Qilinâs aid, their odds of winning the war would be even lower.
Furthermore, the Absolute Yin Ancestor had overlooked Chen Yuâs current influence over the Three Kingdoms, the effect of his aura was comparable even to the Alliance Hierarch. Chen Yuâs fall would undoubtedly affect the morale of the Three Kingdoms, even their destiny.
"Fire Qilin, once Chen Yu is dead, youâll be free. Why not join my Mantu Tribe?"
The Mantu Clan Chief said with a smile, the first to offer an olive branch.
Beside him, the Holy Beast Red-eyed Flood Dragonâs expression darkened, somewhat displeased.
The Fire Qilin could be considered its nemesis, having humiliated the Red-eyed Flood Dragon multiple times. If the Fire Qilin joined the Mantu Tribe, it was hard to imagine its own future.
"Hehe, well said."
The Fire Qilin responded with a light laugh, unconcerned.
With Chen Yuâs death, it would indeed be free, which was something it had always desired. However, how could it possibly join the Mantu Tribe? Unless its brain was damaged.
The three Alliance Hierarchs communicated secretly and quickly reached a consensus: they could not let the enemyâs plot succeed.
But for Lv Tiezu, he was quite pleased at heart. If Chen Yu died within that Spatial Array Flag, that would be great.
"Kill, rescue Chen Yu and Ye Luofeng."
The Absolute Yin Ancestor growled, issuing the order.
All the powerhouses charged forth; Chen Yu held a high status in Chu Country, had saved Yan Country, and Ye Luofeng, being a beautiful woman, naturally had privileges, and as the pride of Qi Country, the Three Kingdoms highly valued both Chen Yu and Ye Luofeng.
"Wishful thinking."
The Mantu Clan Chief snorted.
"Defend!"
The War Alliance Clan Leader gave the order.
Now, they couldnât afford to clash head-on with the enemy.
Once the Spatial Array trapped the enemy within, it would be tough for them to escape, but those outside could easily disrupt the Array; therefore, they needed to guard it.
In addition, killing Chen Yu alone in this battle would be completely worth it.
With the strength of the Snow Mountain Nine Tribes, if they defended with all their might, it was almost impossible for them to suffer any losses.
Thus, the ultimate result of the war would be the Nine Tribes remaining unharmed, while the Destiny Protagonist of the Three Kingdoms perished, an ideally splendid outcome.
Booming explosions thundered, and the war resumed with a frightening detonation.
The Snow Mountain Nine Tribes were like an iron wall made of copper, encircling the Space Array Flag.
...
The moment Chen Yu was engulfed by the Space Array Flag, he arrived in a dimly lit space.
Beneath his feet was a plain hill, with nothing unusual, and the heavy, overcast sky oppressed the senses.
Not far away floated a spatial passage.
Just as Chen Yu prepared to leave, a figure flew out from withinâit was Meng Chixiong.
Boom!
Without a word, Meng Chixiongâs right hand ignited with fire, launching a mighty flame palm strike with a daunting aura.
Having gone to great lengths to trap Chen Yu inside, how could he allow Chen Yu to leave? Unless, it was lying down.
"Meng Chixiong, you canât stop me," Chen Yu shouted.
Facing only Meng Chixiong, Chen Yu was not afraid.
Boom!
Swinging the Giant Ruler Sword, a crescent-shaped black sword wave surged out, shattering upon collision with the fire palm, resulting in a powerful explosion.
"Letâs give it a try then," Meng Chixiong said, his demeanor calm but his words brimming with a will to fight.
Blood pulsed within him as a formidable aura rose, solidifying into rocklike skin and finally transforming into a suit of rock armor. It made him look overwhelmingly oppressive.
Boom!
With a sudden palm strike from his left hand, the dusky yellow shadow reached Chen Yu, transforming into a gravity field that enveloped him.
The next moment, Meng Chixiongâs right palm attacked, bringing down a giant hand of flames.
Bang!
Where Earth meets Fire, the entire gravity field around Chen Yu ignited, the power of the flames seemingly doubled, falling on him like magma.
Chen Yuâs expression remained unchanged as he activated his Secret Pattern Demon Body, his skin turning pitch black and demonic light flickering.
At the same time, he stirred the second demonic pattern, and a layer of demonic scale light shield appeared around him.
This light shield temporary held back all the flames.
Thump thump!
Chen Yuâs heart erupted, and with a swing of his giant sword, he charged out like a pitch-black demon beast from the engulfing gravity and flames.
He ignored Meng Chixiong, thinking itâs wise to first get away from the Space Array Flag.
Suddenly, another figure squeezed into the rapidly shrinking spatial passageâit was the black-armored middle-aged man from the War Alliance Tribe.
"Trying to leave?"
The black-armored middle-aged man took out a pitch-black long sword and struck down fiercely, creating a curtain of blades that blocked Chen Yuâs path.
Outside, the black-armored middle-aged man had concealed his strength, probably to lower Chen Yuâs guard. Now, wielding his weapon, he was in his element.
Swoosh!
From behind, another figure rushed out of the nearly closed spatial passageâit was Ye Luofeng.
The moment Ye Luofeng appeared, her green jade sword stabbed towards the head of the black-armored middle-aged man.
"Little girl, itâs not nice to strike so viciously."
The black-armored middle-aged man, wearing a cold smile, suddenly turned and swung his sword.
Cling clang!
The black-armored middle-aged man was stronger and his pitch-black sword, reaching the level of a Spiritual Artifact and weighing ten thousand pounds, repelled Ye Luofeng.
"Why are you here?" asked Chen Yu, looking at Ye Luofeng with surprise.
"This little lady came to die for love, hahaha," the black-armored middle-aged man said coldly, then burst out laughing.
"Meng Chixiong, block Chen Yu. Iâll kill this trash first," he commanded, his expression turning cold again after laughing.
In the War Alliance Tribe, he held a high position and was a senior; even though Meng Chixiong held the same rank, he was still a junior in his eyes.
"Hmm."
Meng Chixiong didnât care and responded before charging at Chen Yu.
Meng Chixiongâs rock-like skin glowed with a hint of red, fissures spewing hot light, his whole being resembling a molten war god.
At this moment, Meng Chixiongâs Cultivation Technique fused with his bloodline, complementing each other, not only enhancing his defensive power but also his offensive might.
Bang!
With a thrust of his legs, Meng Chixiong closed in on Chen Yu, his giant hand striking.
In his palm, the flames condensed to their limit, turning into magma that burst forth.
Facing this dire situation, Chen Yu could only fight, his Giant Ruler Sword thrusting forward.
Boom bang bang!
Chen Yuâs Giant Ruler Sword struck Meng Chixiongâs right palm. Black demonic wind and red molten lava interwove, constantly obliterating each other.
Meng Chixiongâs bloodline-induced high defense, combined with his red, Spiritual Artifact-level gauntlet, allowed him to clash with Chen Yuâs Giant Ruler Sword without fear.
Boom!
Chen Yuâs other fist, brimming with black light and a stunning layer of crimson flames, smashed forward.
Meng Chixiongâs left hand became a claw, a dark yellow circle of light appearing on it, grabbing Chen Yuâs fist.
A massive force released from Chen Yuâs fist pushed Meng Chixiongâs arm back slightly, but Chen Yuâs fist seemed enveloped, with an even stronger gravity pressing down from all sides.
The smaller the gravitational field, the greater the forceâany ordinary person at the Early Guiyuan Realm Peak would likely have their fist crushed by Meng Chixiongâs grip.
But Chen Yuâs fist was as tough as a diamond drill.
"Kill!"
His attacks ineffective, Chen Yu launched another offensive, his Giant Ruler Sword and fist striking simultaneously.
In terms of defensive power and strength, Chen Yu definitely surpassed Meng Chixiong. He refused to believe that his specialty in close combat would fail against Meng Chixiong.
Thud thud thud!
Explosions continued between the two men.
The reverberations of their attacks directly impacted each other, both resisting strenuously.
However, as the fight progressed, Meng Chixiong became more astonished; his defense was inferior to Chen Yuâs, his offensive capabilities were comparable, but Chen Yuâs defense was impossibly strong, his fearless attacks ignoring injuries as if he were in a frenzy, overwhelming Meng Chixiong gradually.
"It seems I still canât defeat him in a head-to-head battle!" Meng Chixiong lamented inwardly.
"Meng Chixiong, what are you dawdling for? Use your trump card," shouted the black-armored middle-aged man from the other side.
This trap for Chen Yu was premeditated; they were fully prepared, determined to kill him.
Chen Yu glanced aside and saw Ye Luofeng being overwhelmingly suppressed by the black-armored middle-aged man, already injured.
Upon closer inspection, Chen Yu noticed Ye Luofeng wasnât using the Heavenly Que Fragmented Sword.
After a momentâs thought, Chen Yu understoodâYe Luofeng had lent the Heavenly Que Fragmented Sword to the Ancestor of Lingjian Sect. With the Heavenly Que Fragmented Sword, the Ancestor of Lingjian Sect would undoubtedly be the strongest among the Three Alliance Hierarchs, a formidable weapon against their enemies.
"Hmm."
Meng Chixiongâs expression shifted slightly, his combativeness replaced by a killing intent.
He had wanted to face Chen Yu in a fair fight and decide the victor. But he was also aware of his mission, that was to eliminate Chen Yu.