Chapter 679
Defeat Like a Landslide
Crush them!
A complete and utter crushing defeat!
With the nearly perished remnant soul of the Heavenly Punishment God Lord escaping into the depths of chaos, and with the defeat and death of the twelve top-tier God Lords who besieged Gu Qingfeng, the highest-level combat power of the Evil God Clan in this secret realm war has been declared completely defeated!
The collapse of the central pillar is like a giant building having its load-bearing beams removed, instantly triggering a devastating chain reaction.
Without the oppressive aura of the top god, the remaining armies of evil gods on the battlefield, despite their still large numbers and numerous powerful figures, saw their morale plummet to rock bottom in an instant.
The defeat was imminent!
"The evil god has been defeated! Follow me—to slay the demon!"
Gu Qingfeng stood on the void, his dark, blood-stained imperial robe fluttering in the aftershocks of energy.
His gaze was as cold as ancient ice as he swept over the chaotic army of evil gods below, who were fleeing like headless flies. He raised the Netherworld Heavenly Blade in his hand once more, which had been re-forged by the power of Netherworld Annihilation and whose light was slightly dim but whose killing intent was not diminished.
This time, it's no longer a showdown where forces are concentrated to deal with top-tier opponents, but a true-to-life cleanup!
"Om-!"
The Netherworld Heavenly Blade emitted a deep hum, and dark light flowed across its blade. An invisible yet terrifying field of sword intent, covering hundreds of millions of miles, suddenly unfolded!
This is not a precisely controlled killing move, but a widespread death sentence!
Wherever the sword intent passed, the void seemed to be shrouded in a layer of deathly gray veil.
All the evil god cultivators involved, regardless of their cultivation level, felt a stinging pain in their souls at the same time, as if an invisible blade was hanging above their heads, ready to strike at any moment!
Their evil energy became sluggish, their escape speed plummeted, and even their thoughts seemed to be frozen by the omnipresent intent!
"cut."
Gu Qingfeng uttered a cold word, and with a gentle swipe of his Netherworld Heavenly Blade, aimed at the area where the fleeing evil gods were most concentrated.
There were no earth-shattering blade flashes, no extraordinary phenomena that tore through the starry sky.
Only countless strands of annihilating sword energy, as thin as a hair yet as black as ink and moving with extreme speed, like black raindrops swept by a gale, silently burst forth from the Heavenly Blade, precisely targeting every evil god cultivator within the sword intent field.
"Pfft! Pfft! Pfft! Pfft! Pfft!"
The dull thud of a sharp blade cutting through flesh echoed across the starry sky, creating a chilling symphony of death.
One glance!
It was just a fleeting glance!
Within the area covered by the sword intent field, countless evil gods did not even have time to fully utter a scream before their divine bodies were pierced and their souls were annihilated by the omnipresent annihilation sword energy!
The stench of blood and death was so strong it almost solidified!
This scene, like the final and heaviest blow, completely crushed the last glimmer of hope and will to resist remaining in the evil god's camp.
"Escape!!!"
"Hurry! Get out of this star system!"
Terrified screams and cries replaced battle cries and became the main theme of the evil god's camp.
The remaining evil god cultivators no longer cared about anything else and fled for their lives like ants scattered from their nest, heading towards any place they thought might hold a chance of survival!
The army was defeated, collapsing like a mountain!
On the human side, after a brief moment of shock, they erupted in earth-shattering cheers and an even fiercer pursuit!
To strike a fallen enemy hard, expand the gains, and eliminate as many of the evil god's remaining forces as possible—this was the most immediate thought of all participants at this moment.
In the following days, this super war that swept across the Ancient Nether Starfield and its vast surrounding areas evolved into a long and brutal pursuit and extermination.
The remnants of the evil god, having lost their will to fight, still had a few strong individuals putting up a stubborn resistance. However, in the face of the human alliance, whose morale was soaring and which had several top human celestial beings in command, their resistance seemed so pale and powerless.
The carnage continues in every corner of the starry sky.
The fleeing evil god was constantly pursued and surrounded, with wails and flashes of light from self-destruction appearing intermittently in the starry sky.
Several days later.
When the last evil god, a sixth-tribulation level cultivator who had attempted to hide inside a dying star, was blasted out by three seventh-tribulation human beings and self-destructed in despair, his remnant soul was completely obliterated by a sword aura from Gu Qingfeng—
This super war, initiated by the evil god clan to besiege Gu Qingfeng but ultimately escalating into a full-scale clash between the two clans in the secret realm, has finally drawn its bloody curtain.
The starry sky gradually returned to calm.
But this calm is built on unimaginable devastation.
Looking out, the once-brilliant ancient star field is now a scene of devastation.
Countless stars shattered and disintegrated, turning into dust belts surrounding the galaxy or floating giant rocks.
In the starry sky, countless broken corpses drifted—some were the hideous bodies of evil gods and demons, while others were the immortal bodies and bones of human cultivators.
The blood, not yet fully congealed, mixed with fragments of broken magical artifacts, the residual aura of supernatural powers, and the disintegration of the Great Dao Laws, forming winding rivers of blood in the void, exuding an aura of death and decay.
Blood flowed like rivers and corpses littered the fields; such descriptions are insufficient to depict the horrific scene.
This is a true star graveyard!
Even more bizarrely, because so many powerful beings had fallen, including Celestial Venerables and even those at the half-step Immortal level, the vast Daoist charm, unwilling will, and broken Daoist laws that they released when they fell combined with the remaining energy and broken stellar matter in this star field, and began to spontaneously evolve and condense.
In some areas, evil and deathly energy intertwine, forming a desolate zone that devours life.
In some places, the lingering sword intent and spear aura persist, evolving into dangerous storms of sword energy or pools of spear light.
Even more extreme, the places where several powerful figures perished converged, their different Dao clashing and annihilating each other, forming small but dangerous vortexes of chaotic law...
It is foreseeable that, given time and without external interference, this star field, which has experienced a fierce battle, will inevitably give rise to many new forbidden zones for life.
They may become the nightmare of later explorers, or they may become opportunities for certain special practitioners.
Gu Qingfeng hovered in the void, his gaze calmly sweeping over the masterpiece he had personally helped create.
He was naturally aware of the ominous signs that were brewing in those dangerous places.
He was not incapable of taking action; he could have used his supreme power to forcefully smooth over these remaining Daoist principles and purify this starry sky.
However, doing so would require a considerable amount of his strength and mental energy.
Although the great battle has come to an end, the remnants of the evil god have not been completely eliminated, and the deeper secrets and opportunities of this secret realm await his exploration.
He couldn't possibly waste his precious energy and time on something as unimportant as cleaning up the battlefield.
"Let it be left to those who come after... Fortune and misfortune are intertwined, and it all depends on one's own destiny."
Gu Qingfeng remained calm and withdrew his gaze.
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Ancient and sacred land.
Inside the magnificent yet slightly dilapidated temple, hundreds of powerful figures had gathered.
They represent the various human forces and top independent cultivators who participated in the war and survived.
At the very least, they were all Six Tribulation Celestial Venerables, with many being Seven or Eight Tribulation Venerables, and several ancient powerhouses whose auras were obscure and profound, clearly having touched the threshold of half-step immortality.
Gu Qingfeng sat upright in the highest seat at the head of the temple.
Despite his calm demeanor, restrained aura, and the fact that even the tattered imperial robes on his body had not been fully repaired, no one dared to question his seat in the slightest.
The invincible reputation he earned in that battle was enough to grant him a supreme status here.
Before him, even a veteran emperor like the Eastern Emperor voluntarily took the first seat on the left. The atmosphere was solemn and heavy, yet subtly carried a sense of triumphant exhilaration and anticipation for the future.
Gu Qingfeng's gaze swept over the powerful figures in the hall, and he spoke first, his calm yet clear voice reaching everyone's ears.
"In this battle, most of the top forces of the evil god clan who infiltrated the secret realm have perished, and their vitality has been severely damaged."
Although the remaining remnants are still scattered throughout the secret realm, they are no longer a threat, like stray dogs, living in constant fear.
"This is a golden opportunity, and also the perfect chance for our human race to establish a winning position in this immortal secret realm!"
We must press our advantage and use every means at our disposal to wipe out the remaining forces of the evil god scattered throughout the secret realm, completely eradicating them!
"Only in this way can we ensure that the evil god race poses no threat to the human race within this secret realm and can hardly stir up any trouble."
Even if powerful evil gods from the outside world try to infiltrate again in the future, as long as we control the overall situation of the secret realm and take the initiative, we can still work together to suppress them!
Upon hearing this, all the powerful figures in the hall nodded slightly, their eyes revealing agreement and enthusiasm.
The reason they traveled thousands of miles to support Gu Qingfeng after learning that he was surrounded, and even risked a full-scale war with the evil god, was for this very moment.
Weaken or even eliminate the evil god's power in the secret realm, clearing the biggest obstacle for the human race to monopolize the secret realm's resources and explore it with peace of mind!
What Gu Qingfeng said at this moment was exactly what they were thinking.
"Emperor Gu is absolutely right!"
An old man at the peak of the Eight Tribulations, from an ancient lineage, stroked his beard and said.
"The evil gods have been defeated, and it is time to sweep them away and eliminate their remaining forces!"
I propose that we immediately form a joint force to conduct a comprehensive sweep of the secret realm, ensuring no hidden dangers remain!
"Excellent! We should press the enemy to their death!"
Another powerful figure, clad in star-patterned armor and exuding an imposing aura, spoke in a deep voice.
Everyone chimed in, adding details and creating a lively atmosphere.
At this moment, the Eastern Emperor, who was sitting on the left, looked at Gu Qingfeng and asked, "I wonder what specific plans Emperor Gu has next?"
Did Emperor Gu personally participate in the purge of the remnants of the evil god's forces?
This question also reflects the sentiments of many people present.
Given Gu Qingfeng's strength, if he personally participates in the suppression, the efficiency will naturally be extremely high.
But if he has other important matters to attend to, everyone will need to adjust their strategy.
Gu Qingfeng glanced at the Eastern Emperor, then slowly swept his gaze over the many powerful figures in the hall who were looking at him with inquiry and awe, and spoke calmly.
"The extermination of the remnants of the evil god is a matter of great importance to the long-term interests of the human race in this secret realm, and I will naturally pay attention to it."
However, I do not need to personally handle all the specific trivial matters.
You are all pillars of the human race; united, you are more than capable of fulfilling your duties.
He changed the subject, his voice becoming more profound: "As for my plans... this immortal realm offers many opportunities, but for me, ordinary things are of little use."
My goal is to explore the deepest secrets of this world, hoping to find the true opportunity that can help me take that final step.
Amidst the shocked and complex gazes of the crowd, Gu Qingfeng continued, "As far as I know, there are several forbidden zones in this starry sky known as forbidden zones of life. They are extremely dangerous and unpredictable, and have even caused the supreme beings of this world to perish."
I suspect that these forbidden zones may be related to the opportunity for immortality.
"Therefore, my focus will now be on exploring these forbidden zones of life."
As for other blessed lands and other opportunities within the secret realm…
Gu Qingfeng's gaze swept over the crowd again, his tone calm yet carrying an invisible pressure and promise: "I will not compete with you all. You may explore on your own and rely on your own strength."
Upon hearing this, most of the powerful figures in the hall felt a great weight lifted from their hearts, and some even felt a surge of joy!
Gu Qingfeng doesn't compete with them for ordinary opportunities!
This is absolutely fantastic news!
Given the terrifying strength he has demonstrated, if he really wanted to compete, who could possibly defeat him?
While the opportunities in forbidden zones may be greater, they involve risking one's life and are full of unknowns.
For many powerful individuals who are not pursuing breakthroughs but rather prefer steady improvement or resource acquisition, Gu Qingfeng's choice undoubtedly reassured them.
"Emperor Gu Tian is truly righteous!"
Immediately, a powerful figure expressed sincere admiration.
"Emperor Gu is focused on the Great Dao; we admire him greatly!"
"Excellent! We must do our utmost to eradicate the evil god and eliminate any worries for Emperor Gu when he explores the forbidden zone!"
In an instant, the atmosphere in the hall became more harmonious, and many people's impression of Gu Qingfeng improved.
They are powerful but do not bully the weak; they have aspirations and are upright and honest.
A knowing glint flashed in the eyes of the Eastern Emperor, who clapped his hands and laughed, “Emperor Gu’s ambition is lofty and admirable.”
With Gu Tiandi's abilities, it seems only a short time will it be possible to sweep away the many forbidden zones of life in this secret realm and explore the secrets of immortality.
"I, the Venerable One, would like to offer my congratulations to Emperor Gu. May he one day attain the Great Dao, achieve immortality, and add another pillar to the heavens for our human race!"
"I accept the Emperor's auspicious words."
Gu Qingfeng nodded slightly and smiled calmly.
Before long, the powerful figures in the hall took their leave one after another.
The vast temple soon became empty, with only Gu Qingfeng and the Ancient Nether Saint Lord remaining.
At this moment, the Ancient Nether Saint Lord's awe had reached its peak.
Having witnessed the mythical battle in the starry sky and seen Gu Qingfeng turn the tide with invincible power, he knew better than anyone just how terrifying this person before him truly was!
Being able to establish contact with this person is a blessing that even the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land might not be able to cultivate for billions of years!
He strode forward, bowed deeply, his voice trembling slightly with excitement and awe: "Senior! In this great battle, your divine might was unparalleled, turning the tide of battle. We, the juniors and the entire Ancient Nether Holy Land, are deeply grateful!"
Gu Qingfeng glanced at him, his understanding of the Ancient Nether Saint Lord's thoughts was crystal clear.
This person is capable and ambitious, but even more so, they know how to assess the situation and what they should and shouldn't think.
Gu Qingfeng glanced at the Ancient Nether Saint Lord and said, "Next, the Ancient Nether Holy Land will do its utmost to explore the situation in each forbidden zone of life. As long as any useful information is brought back, I will reward them handsomely."
Whether it's the inheritance of supernatural powers, divine weapons and treasures, or even cultivation resources, I can satisfy your needs!
"I understand!"
The Ancient Netherworld Saint Lord respectfully responded. (End of Chapter)