Chapter 292: The Six Yuan Nirvana Stage
At the peak of the Hundred Dynasties Mountain, thick, ominous black clouds poured forth across the sky, spreading in an unnatural fashion until they covered the heavens and earth, a sight so eerie that it stirred alarm among all who beheld it.
The mountaintop began to buzz with unease, as glances of uncertainty and fear swept up toward the sky.
Lin Langtian observed the black cloud spreading overhead with narrowed eyes. He swiftly leapt from the combat stage to the main summit, where Lin Dong, Xiao Diao, Xiao Yan, Jinwu, and other members of the Flame Alliance followed closely behind, faces taut with worry. The unsettling atmosphere had clearly shaken them.
"It's likely that these are powerhouses from another region. For now, let's hold back and observe. This level of conflict isn't something we can intervene in yet. Besides, the Eight Super Sects are here. If the sky falls, they'll be the ones to hold it up. No need to worry," Lin Langtian said in a calm tone to reassure them.
The words seemed to offer some relief, and the group nodded with renewed composure.
Lin Langtian's attention then returned to the sky. He suspected that, although these Western Domain experts were well-prepared, it wouldn't be easy to take down the powerhouse elders of the Eight Super Sects. If that happened, it might open an opportunity for a "small player" like him to turn the tide.
With this in mind, a small smile crept onto Lin Langtian's face. Joining Yuan Sect with a solid reputation and immediate influence had been his goal, but to make that happen, he needed outstanding results here in the Ancient Battlefield. This invasion from the Western Domain could be a timely chance to prove himself…
While he considered his options, the Eight Super Sects and the Western Domain forces in the sky above had finally reached an all-out confrontation.
"Seal the Heavens Formation! Lock down the space!"
A shout echoed from the figure leading the Western Domain forces in the black cloud. His subordinates let out sinister chuckles and began weaving intricate hand seals.
Boom! Boom!
As their seals formed, the sky trembled, and black beams of energy split the void, transforming into an enormous, ancient rune that spread out like a prison. It swiftly ensnared the Eight Super Sect elders in its binding grip.
"Boom! Boom!"
As soon as the barrier sealed, powerful shockwaves erupted within, and fierce strikes hammered at the ancient rune, causing it to tremble violently. It was clear the Western Domain elites had unleashed a powerful treasure to temporarily entrap the Eight Super Sect elders.
With this accomplished, another group split off from the black cloud, carrying terrifying energy as they descended menacingly toward the Hundred Dynasties Mountain.
Lin Langtian's gaze followed the dozens of formidable figures, finally landing on a familiar face at their forefront—none other than the Death General, whom he had clashed with recently.
All around, the expressions of the contestants soured. The situation had taken an alarming turn.
The hovering group halted just short of the peak. At the front stood a pale young man with a sharp, mocking grin as he surveyed the crowd.
"These are the so-called 'geniuses' of the Eastern Domain?" he scoffed. "I'm not seeing anything special here…"
Hearing this, the group behind him broke into jeers and laughter.
"You all seem to be overstepping your bounds," Qin Tian's powerful voice rang out as he addressed the figures in the sky, his tone resonating with authority.
"And who are you?" the pale man sneered.
"Qin Tian of the Heavenly Yuan Dynasty, disciple of Yuan Sect!" Qin Tian declared, his eyes blazing.
"Qin Tian, huh? Never heard of you," replied a cloaked man at the front of the Western Domain contingent with a disdainful laugh. His gaze then swept over the crowd, stopping on a specific figure. "Now… which one of you is Lin Langtian?"
Startled, everyone turned toward the tall figure in the back, evidently surprised the enemy leader had named him directly.
Lin Langtian raised an eyebrow, meeting the man's gaze. "What do you want?" he asked calmly.
"You remember him, don't you?" The cloaked man gestured forward, where the Death General stepped forward with an intense glare, fixing his eyes on Lin Langtian.
"Well, Lin Langtian," the Death General sneered, "do you remember what I said to you? I told you that you'd regret it!"
"You're speaking too soon," Lin Langtian replied with a cold laugh. "Soon enough, it'll be you who regrets this."
"Keep bluffing. When we drag you and this entire area into the Western Domain, you'll learn what true suffering means!" the Death General sneered, his face twisted in malice.
"Hmph! You Western Domain elites speak too boldly!" Qin Tian retorted, stepping forward as his energy surged. "That barrier of yours won't hold Lord Liu Tong and the other elders for long. If you're wise, you'll withdraw now, or…"
A crisp, clear bird cry rang out within the black clouds above Hundred Dynasties Mountain, stirring a wave of intense flames that appeared before everyone's eyes.
"Could that be the legendary Vermilion Phoenix's Heaven-Scorching Flame from ancient times?" asked an elder from Dao Sect, his gaze fixed on the fiery phenomenon.
"Yes, that flame was once renowned across the ancient battlefield. To think a youth has managed to obtain it—it's truly unexpected," remarked the elder from the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace.
A brawny man, muscles rippling across his frame, watched with approval. "This young man, Lin Langtian, has strength and technique. I can see he's practiced some kind of body-cultivation. He'd be a great fit for our Wilderness Hall."
But Liu Tong, the elder from Yuan Sect, interjected, "Ah, Wilderness Hall, why don't you take a back seat for now? I think Lin Langtian would be better suited for Yuan Sect. After all, we've had the champion for three consecutive Hundred Dynasties Tournaments already, and I believe he'll make the right choice."
The Wilderness Hall elder grumbled but fell silent. Yuan Sect indeed had the upper hand in securing talent, and Lin Langtian seemed far better suited for Yuan Sect's resources and training than for the raw training halls of the Wilderness Hall.
In the midst of this, Lin Langtian's scorching Vermilion Phoenix flame clashed with the opposing forces from his opponent, Mo Leng. The powerful flame slammed against Mo Leng's mental energy shield, and in a spectacular burst of heat, the shield fractured, crumbling into ash. Mo Leng was thrown backward, crashing into the energy barrier, burned and battered.
"You've lost," Lin Langtian declared flatly, reabsorbing his flame into his core.
Mo Leng, stunned and singed, managed only to mutter, "Your strength… is terrifying."
As Lin Langtian's fight concluded, Yuan Sect elder Liu Tong raised his voice to announce the next round. However, a shift in the air caught Lin Langtian's attention. His gaze turned skyward just as a dark aura coiled from the void, forming dense clouds that blocked the sun.
A mocking voice echoed through the dark haze: "Well, it seems there's no need for further combat. We've been waiting long enough…"
Dark figures emerged from the clouds, and Liu Tong and the elders of the Eight Super Sects immediately rose to confront the intruders. The two sides stared each other down as dark and light energies surged between them.
"Heh, so Western Domain powerhouses finally decided to show themselves," Lin Langtian muttered with a smirk.
A cold, commanding voice from the lead invader pierced the tension, "Activate the Heaven-Sealing Array!"
At his command, ancient runes appeared and spread like a cage around the Eight Super Sect elders, attempting to contain their power.
As the cage formed, Liu Tong's voice boomed from within, "Everyone, take them down! Whoever destroys the array will be crowned the champion!"
"Do you think you can invade Eastern Domain so easily?" Qin Tian shouted, his body erupting with a powerful golden energy as he launched himself at the leader of the Western Domain invaders.
The elder from the Western Domain barely moved, lifting one hand in a tight fist. A flash of black light shot from his palm, slamming into Qin Tian's golden shield with crushing force. The shield shattered, and Qin Tian was hurled backward, blood spurting from his mouth as he collapsed onto the ground in defeat.
The powerhouses in the Nirvana Golden Ranking stilled, their confidence shaken. If Qin Tian, a Six Yuan Nirvana expert, could fall in a single strike, what hope did they have?
Above, the Western Domain elder gazed down with cold amusement. "Is there anyone else?"
The mountaintop was silent. Faces were pale, fists clenched, but no one dared challenge him. Even Blue Sakura and other Nirvana-ranking talents, initially ready to fight, now wore hesitant expressions.
Then, a glimmer of hope flickered through the crowd as they turned to a single figure: Lin Langtian. Here was the low-rank dynasty genius and favorite contender for the title of Nirvana Champion, whose exploits had rivaled even Qin Tian's.
Could Lin Langtian be their last hope?
The Western Domain elder noticed the hopeful looks and raised an eyebrow, lips curling into a half-smile as he addressed Lin Langtian. "I saw your skills before. Impressive, yes, but not enough. If you value your life, surrender now."
Lin Langtian met his opponent's gaze calmly and replied, "Are all Western Domain warriors this arrogant? Perhaps you're the ones who should beware."
"Ha! You think you're worthy?" mocked a pale-skinned man beside the elder.
The Western Domain elder waved him off. "Let me handle this," he said, and stepped forward, facing Lin Langtian directly. "Show me, then, if you can last more than a few seconds against me."
Lin Langtian turned to his companions. "Distract the others and disrupt their formation," he ordered.
"Got it!" Lin Dong nodded, and Blue Sakura added with a warning look, "Be careful."
With a nod, Lin Langtian unfurled his fiery Phoenix wings and took to the sky, staring down his opponent. He gestured for him to attack. "Let's see if you Western Domain elites live up to your boasts."
Eyes narrowing, the Western Domain elder sneered, "You think a mere Five Yuan Nirvana like you can stand against me? Even Qin Tian fell to a single blow, and I hold the power of the Heaven-Sealing Array!"
Lin Langtian smirked, his gaze steady. "In that case, what if I joined you in the Six Yuan Nirvana Stage?"
With that, he clenched his fists, his skin taking on a faint crimson hue. His body shuddered, as though struggling to contain something immense within. And then, with a low, guttural roar, his energy exploded outward, shaking the ground beneath him.
To everyone's astonishment, he had entered the threshold of the Six Yuan Nirvana Stage, advancing into the same rank as Qin Tian in mere moments.
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