Chapter 971, Uninvited Guests

Translator:  Ashish

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

The God of Slaughter was an offensive Divine Ability that was inherently possessed by the Demonic Sword—Lifebane.

 

And now, under the infusion of Yu Zi Yu’s Spiritual Energy…

 

*Boooooom…* Suddenly, a long sword light, seemingly piercing straight through Heaven, erupted from Lifebane with a thunderous roar. The sword light stretched for tens of thousands of meters, its entirety immaculate and pure.

 

At this moment…

 

“Cut…” A resonant shout echoed, and the spanning sword light instantly flared. In the blink of an eye, the sword light shot straight towards a nearby Star System.

 

Then…

 

*Crack…* A sharp sound echoed through the silent void, and the entire Star System fragmented into countless pieces.

 

Under Yu Zi Yu’s astonished gaze, the Star System was effortlessly torn apart, as if it were nothing more than fragile paper.

 

And then…

 

*Boooooom…* With a muffled explosion, the soundless blast reverberated through the air, its visuals ringing in one’s ears. The Star System was plunged into chaos, with sword energies surging wildly in every direction.

 

This was the God of Slaughter—A single sword strike was mighty enough to slay gods.

 

It was precisely because of this sword strike that all traces of Yu Zi Yu’s presence in the Star System were obliterated.

 

“What a terrifying Divine Ability,” Yu Zi Yu mused to himself, silently praising the technique.

 

While his own Divine Ability—Elemental Tide, Yu Zi Yu could achieve similar results,but it lacked the swiftness, precision, and brutality of God of Slaughter.

 

After all, Elemental Tide resembled a Sorcerer’s Forbidden Spell. It required guidance and buildup.

 

In contrast, this sword strike, the God of Slaughter, was unleashed in an instant with lightning speed, so fast that it left no room for reaction. Before the sword even reached its target, the Innate Killing Intent would already begin to erode the opponent’s Soul.

 

But even this was not the most terrifying aspect of the God of Slaughter.

 

Its deadliest feature lay in its ability to lock-on.

 

Before it, there was no escape, only confrontation. The moment the sword strike was unleashed, the Innate Killing Intent of Lifebane would lock onto the enemy, binding them in a fight to the death. No matter where they fled, the sword would relentlessly pursue and strike them down.

 

Thus, in many ways, the God of Slaughter was more of a Counterforce-type Divine Ability.

 

Using it to cut through a Star System did not truly showcase its power.

 

…

 

However, at this moment…

 

Glancing at the now-chaotic Star System, Yu Zi Yu’s lips curled into a faint smile. Turning around slowly, he prepared to leave.

 

[Since I’ve dealt with the last ‘potential risk of exposure,’ it’s time to leave. Nine Tails, Sarcosuchus, and the others must have started missing me.]

 

…

 

However, little did Yu Zi Yu know, the Solar System, home to the Demonic Court, had just received a group of unexpected visitors.

 

“We apologize for the sudden visit and seek your forgiveness…” The words rang out in unison, solemn yet respectful.

 

Three indistinct figures, their forms veiled by a radiant glow, stood outside the Solar System. The trio stood side by side, their presence so majestic and terrifying that they seemed to embody both gods and demons.

 

Behind them, otherworldly phenomena radiated an indescribable terror.

 

One figure was surrounded by crackling lightning, as though heralding the apocalypse. Massive bolts, as thick as tree trunks, streaked across the sky.

 

Another figure was bathed in divine light, a vast halo above them hinting at a celestial kingdom beyond.

 

The final figure stood before an immense pillar that reached toward Heaven, piercing the very fabric of the starry void.

 

Upon closer inspection, the word ‘Eternal’ could be seen engraved upon the pillar, its presence ominous and unyielding.

 

These three were none other than the legendary Eternal Overlords of nearby Star Domains: the Lightning King of the Elemental Clan, Seraph King of the Angel Clan—Seraphim, and the First Divine Pillar of the Titan Clan—Eternal Titan.

 

“What are these three doing here?” A sudden murmur of suspicion escaped Nine Tails, who was resting deep within the Celestial Realm, her expression changing slightly.

 

Naturally, Nine Tails was quite familiar with the three Eternal Overlords of the nearby Star Domains.

 

In recent years, as they achieved breakthroughs, their respective Star Domains had been thrown into turmoil.

 

Slaughter, expansion, conquest…

 

In just a short period, the territories of the Elemental Clan, Angel Clan, and Titan Clan had expanded by a staggering 50%.

 

At the forefront of these conquests were these three Eternal Overlords, each bearing a fearsome reputation.

 

However, their uninvited arrival now was far from good news for the Demonic Court.

 

It was worth noting that despite the growing dominance of the Elemental Clan, Titan Clan, and Angel Clan, there had been an unspoken agreement over the past decade: not a single soldier had been sent against the Demonic Court.

 

In fact, one could say that while bloodshed and chaos raged across Star Domains, the Solar System, home to the Demonic Court, remained eerily tranquil—so tranquil it bordered on unsettling.

 

The old saying, ‘Mind your own business and stay out of each other’s way,’ perfectly described the situation.

 

For this reason, Nine Tails couldn’t immediately discern the intent behind the arrival of these three.

 

However, the Demonic Court, with over a decade of growth and consolidation, was no longer a fledgling force.

 

“You may enter…” With a soft command, the countless asteroids of the Solar System flickered, radiating an unpredictable light.

 

The next moment, a celestial path began to form before the three as one asteroid after another lit up, creating a brilliant path across the starry sky.

 

This was the Demonic Court’s Ancient Stellar Road, leading directly to the depths of the Celestial Realm.

 

“How extraordinary!”

 

“Indeed!”

 

“To think they have refined so many celestial bodies…It’s clear their foundation is exceptional.”

 

Exclamations of admiration echoed as the three figures exchanged glances, their expressions tinged with awe.

 

With their discerning eyes, they quickly saw that the asteroid belt had been transformed into a vast and intricate Formation.

 

Now, merely activating a fraction of the Formation’s power illuminated countless asteroids, forming a path of stars.

 

This path was not just grand; it was also the Demonic Court’s highest form of hospitality.

 

Of course, walking along the Ancient Stellar Road was safe.

 

But straying from it? The countless asteroids could instantly transform into a lethal Formation.

 

Still, the trio was not entirely sure if such a Formation could pose a threat to them—legendary Tier-6 Overlords.

 

After exchanging a glance, the three Eternal Overlords, despite their curiosity and slight hesitation, began walking along the path.

 

Their strength had forged their present status.

 

Fearlessness was part of their nature—they would not waver now.

 

As the three overlords walked the Ancient Stellar Road, deep within the Celestial Realm…

 

*Rooooaar…*

*Grrrrrr…*

 

The roars of Dragons and growls of Tigers echoed across the sky.

 

Turning toward the source of the sound, one could see powerful figures awakening from their cultivation.

 

In an instant, the depths of the Celestial Realm was enveloped in a sea of storm, as though heralding the advent of apocalypse.

 

This was due to the towering Spiritual Energy storms surging upward, engulfing the entire Celestial Realm.

 

Sarcosuchus, Dark Tiger, Qinggang…

 

One powerhouse after another had awakened.