If itâs really like this, then has the Array in the Tower of Paradise been maintained and operating for countless years?
With that level of Energy consumption, Zhang Xiaoman really couldnât figure out what kind of means could achieve it.
"Letâs go up and take a look first, maybe the Barrier in this tower is only in the lower part, and the area above is unprotected..."
Zhang Xiaoman suggested.
Everyone naturally did not oppose.
With the Strength Zhang Xiaoman has currently displayed, his authority and prestige in the Unshacklers Association have significantly increased, implicitly surpassing McCarthy, the founder.
The group then immediately rode three Frost Giant Dragons and began their flight towards the sky.
The three dragons, relying on their superb flying skills, took the group straight up, and the height where they were located was climbing rapidly.
Estimated to the sea level position, when Zhang Xiaoman and the others reached about five thousand meters, the three Frost Giant Dragons had already started showing signs of fatigue.
The pressure exerted by the Barrier encompassing the world, the No-fly effect seemed to become more evident the higher they went, eventually making it impossible even for Ninth Rank Frost Giant Dragons to go further up.
"Over seven thousand meters... the Barrier here still exists..."
Zhang Xiaoman felt the faint vibrations in front of him, surprisingly.
"It appears this Barrier can directly connect to the Divine Country, and we canât continue flying now; it seems we must find a way to break through the Barrier to proceed..."
McCarthy mused.
"How about I give it a try, with the Strength of this ring, I should be able to break its defense."
Zhang Xiaoman did not reject his proposal, instead nodding to signal him to proceed.
He also wanted to see how powerful the Holy Demon Master could become with the amplification from the ring.
Then, McCarthy began his chant.
Frenzied Thunderbolt Energy gathered in his hands, combined with the reinforcement of the Armed Ring, this overwhelming Destructive Power made Zhang Xiaoman also secretly moved.
"Such powerful might..."
He marveled at the opponentâs Strength internally. If it were him facing this attack, it would be difficult to withstand head-on.
Although the spells used by the natives of this world were not pure Dark Spirit Power, causing their defensive power to be almost negligible.
But this doesnât mean their Attack Power is low.
On the contrary, McCarthyâs Ninth Rank Peak Strength has a terrifying Energy limit.
If he were to switch to Dark Spirit Power, Zhang Xiaoman even believed he had the Middle-level Controller Strength.
"Boom!!"
A blast echoed in everyoneâs ears.
They saw the Thunderbolt in McCarthyâs hand released, carrying a heaven-destroying power Impacting onto the yellow Barrier.
Everyone held their breath at this moment, anxiously awaiting the scene of the Barrier being breached.
"Hiss~"
However, a faint friction sound came, and McCarthyâs full release of Thunderbolt vanished like a mud cow into the sea.
The Barrier remained unharmed, not even causing a single ripple, maintaining its intact appearance.
"Impossible!"
Zhang Xiaomanâs eyes narrowed, the scene before him really exceeded his expectations.
Even if McCarthyâs attack couldnât break the Barrier, but such a mighty Thunderbolt Cyclone, not causing even a splash, was indeed bizarre!
Following McCarthyâs attack, the Barrier also rebounded with a streak of yellow lightning, which Zhang Xiaoman intercepted after regaining his senses.
"What the heck is this! I refuse to believe we canât break through its turtle shell today!"
Yohad got irritated, shouting as if he wanted to rush at the Barrier again with axes.
"Donât be impulsive, Yohad!"
Zhang Xiaoman called out to stop him.
He closed his eyes slightly, sensing the faint shock Power coming from the front, feeling something is wrong.
Actually, when he first saw the Barrier below, he already sensed something was amiss, but couldnât pinpoint it precisely.
Watching McCarthyâs unsuccessful attack, Zhang Xiaoman began recalling his previous experiences, trying to find a way to break through.
"This Barrier has a large range and the Strength is excessively high; added to its Duration, the Energy consumption over time must be enormous..."
"Although this world is enveloped by a huge Barrier, the No-fly Barrier and the current Defensive Barrier are incomparable; those Divine beings wouldnât bother to use two high-consumption Barriers for protection, they can simply sever the peak of this mountain..."
Thinking of this, Zhang Xiaoman suddenly gazed towards the side of the Barrier; the two lightning attacks seemed to emanate from there.
He fell into contemplation, eyes slightly lighting up.
"The Barrierâs rebounded attack should logically come from the front, why from there..."
His heart moved, eyes revealing a trace of realization.
"Could it be..."
Zhang Xiaoman detached from Elcurus and floated slowly towards the Barrier ahead.
"Ji Xing!?"
Behind him, McCarthy and the others, seeing his action, couldnât help but show worried expressions.
Zhang Xiaoman gestured to them indicating heâs fine.
Then, he came within one meter of the Barrier, gently placing his palm on it.
Everyone held their breath, watching the scene intently.
The next moment, the yellow Barrier emerged, blocking Zhang Xiaomanâs palm outside, not penetrating through as some anticipated.
Upon contacting the Barrier, Zhang Xiaoman felt scorching pain emanating from his palm.
He quickly retracted his palm, finding it scorched black.
"Shua!"
The lightningâs feedback attack came once more.
This time, Zhang Xiaoman didnât use a Shield, instead raised his other hand and forcibly intercepted it.
"Ji Xing! Are you alright!?"
Regina shouted anxiously.
Everyone had witnessed his attack without Shield defense, and were quite concerned.
Zhang Xiaoman didnât reply, but raised both hands with palms facing upwards, examining the injuries.
The right hand that touched the Barrier was charred, seemingly numb.
The left hand that blocked the yellow lightning showed distinct white marks from the attack, though slightly numb, but nothing severe.
Gold light flickered in Zhang Xiaomanâs eyes as he silently observed both hands for a while, then suddenly smiled.
"Heh, so thatâs how it is..."
Everyone, seeing this, felt invigorated, knowing he concluded something.
Zhang Xiaoman flew back to the head of Elcurus, then signaled the other two Frost Giant Dragons to approach him.
"By layering another Barrier outside the real Barrier, it reduces consumption while causing those attempting to break the Barrier to expend significant effort, eventually leading to either elimination or expulsion. A brilliant tactic indeed..."
His smile faded, returning to a calm demeanor.
"Unfortunately, Iâve figured it out..."
Zhang Xiaoman conjured a spell, luminescent dots appearing at his fingertips, seemingly infiltrating everyoneâs spiritual mind.
Illusion-breaking Divine Power!
As the glow flashed, a white light illuminated everyoneâs hearts.
They watched as the yellow Barrier blocking their path suddenly vanished, and the towering Tower of Paradise disappeared right after.
Everything, it seemed, was merely an illusion.