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Compared to the Red King and the Demon King who were worried about the fate of the Star Dou Great Forest, Bi Ji sincerely wished Wang Qiu'er well, and a faint smile appeared on her pretty face.

"Auspicious beast, take care on your journey."

In the main hall of the Sun Moon Empire's palace, more than ten people closely associated with Xu Zihuang gathered.

Leading the group were Ye Guyi and Ning Tian.

Ye Guyi wore a long, golden palace dress. The dress was one-piece, as if woven from gold thread, without excessive patterns or decorations, its style simple and elegant. The golden stand-up collar protected her snow-white and slender neck, and her long golden hair was casually draped down her back.

Her golden eyes were calm as still water, devoid of any energy fluctuations. Yet, they seemed to contain a unique quality, an indescribable majesty. Between her brows, a golden six-winged angel rune flickered faintly.

Since inheriting the position of the Angel God, Ye Guyi has regained her appearance when she was seventeen or eighteen years old, with skin as white as snow.

Ning Tian, ​​dressed in a long, shimmering, glass-like dress, possessed equally ethereal beauty, her azure eyes sparkling. She lacked Ye Guyi's imposing presence and holiness, yet she was like a vast, cloudless breeze, soothing the wounds in everyone's hearts. The divine mark between her brows resembled the base of her martial soul, the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda.

Flanking Ye Guyi and Ning Tian were Vina, Ju Zi, and Meng Hongchen. To fulfill his promise to Jing Hongchen, Xu Zihuang also took Meng Hongchen into his harem. However, Meng Hongchen was only a mortal and had not yet borne any children with Xu Zihuang.

The five women have different temperaments, but they all undoubtedly possess stunning beauty.

The opposing Sun Moon Empire's high-ranking officials were few in number, consisting of only Kong Deming, Jing Hongchen, Xiao Hongchen, and three others: Xu Tianyuan, the leader of the Radiant Dragon Soul Mentor Corps; Luanfeng, the leader of the Fire Phoenix Soul Mentor Corps; and Liao Mengkai, the leader of the Terror Claw Soul Mentor Corps. Also present were Ning Xingxu and Gu Lao. Since Ning Tian was to ascend to the God Realm alongside Xu Zihuang, they naturally wouldn't be absent.

However, the two slots attached to Ning Tian's divine position were actually meant for Ning Xingxu and Gu Gu. Their choice to remain in the lower realm instead of immediately leaving with Xu Zihuang and Ning Tian was purely to look after Xu Ningqing.

Wang Xiao and Yao Yang were not present because they were leading the Sun Moon Empire's navy and some level-nine soul masters on an expedition to two other continents.

During these ten years, under Xu Zihuang's instructions, the Sun Moon Empire made every effort to develop its navy and navigation technology.

The Sun Moon Empire even developed a special soul tool. This soul tool can emit a sound that sea spirit beasts find repulsive, with excellent effects. As a result, the safety of voyages deep into the sea is greatly guaranteed.

The Sun Moon Empire spared no expense in expending such enormous human, material, and financial resources in order to completely incorporate the other two continents into its territory and deepen the connection between them.

The situation on the Star Sea Continent is somewhat better. Almost all of its high-end combat forces have been wiped out by the Demon Emperor, and with the cooperation of the lords of the Golden Crocodile Territory and the Azure Phoenix Territory, the takeover is relatively easy. The Sun Moon Empire fleet's main target this time is the Heavenly Dou Continent from Xu Zihuang's past life memories. They have already gained an absolute advantage.

Standing in the center of the crowd were Xu Ningqing and Xu Xiyan.

Now twelve years old, Xu Ningqing has blossomed into a graceful young woman. Her long, purple-gold hair is tied back in a neat ponytail, and her figure is curvaceous. Her features are exquisite and flawless, but her expression is cold, exuding an aloofness that keeps people at a distance. This is a stark contrast to when she used to laugh and frolic in the palace gardens.

As the daughter, Xu Ningqing resembles her father, Xu Zihuang, while Xu Xiyan's features are more like an orange. Black hair, black eyes, and a lively gaze. Her tall, upright figure carries a hint of sharpness and domineering presence.

These qualities stem from his martial soul. Xu Xiyan was born with twin martial souls: the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon and the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex. Although not as powerful as Xu Zihuang, his talent is still exceptionally rare in this world.

Xu Ningqing's coldness was also due to the influence of her martial soul. Xu Ningqing inherited Ning Tian's Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul, but in the year she awakened her martial soul, Xu Zihuang personally took her to the far north.

In the end, the Snow Empress became Xu Ningqing's second martial soul, and the original power he had cultivated for nearly 700,000 years was sealed within Xu Ningqing's body by Xu Zihuang.

Xu Zihuang and Wang Qiu'er appeared silently, and the crowd immediately surrounded them.

"Dad." Xu Ningqing's indifference vanished instantly, and she nestled into Xu Zihuang's arms with a charming smile, squinting her eyes in obvious enjoyment.

Xu Zihuang affectionately touched Xu Ningqing's cheek, then extended a hand to Xu Xiyan.

“Father.” Xu Xiyan stepped forward knowingly. Compared to his older sister Xu Ningqing, who acted spoiled and unrestrained, he appeared more composed.

Xu Zihuang placed his hand on Xu Xiyan's shoulder and solemnly instructed him, "Xiyan, the empire is entrusted to you."

"Yes, Father!" Xu Xiyan dared not delay and quickly replied. Xu Zihuang had already arranged everything for him beforehand. Although he was still young, he was confident that he would not disappoint Xu Zihuang.

Xu Ningqing pouted her red lips jealously and looked at Xu Zihuang with anticipation.

“Ning Qing, your father also has high hopes for you. Only you can truly make the far north submit.” Xu Zihuang couldn’t help but chuckle.

"Ah."

Xu Ningqing gave a sweet, soft hum, but then a feeling of reluctance welled up in her heart.

Xu Zihuang looked around at everyone, then said to Vina and Meng Hongchen, "I'll be waiting for you in the God Realm."

His words also reached Zhang Lexuan, who was far away at the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

A strong, brilliant golden light suddenly erupted from Xu Zihuang's body, engulfing him and the four women: Ye Guyi, Ning Tian, ​​Ju Zi, and Wang Qiu'er.

Spatial shift. They didn't know how much time had passed, but when Xu Zihuang and the other four opened their eyes, they found themselves on a small mountain.

The small hill was surrounded by drifting clouds and mist, filled with incredibly rich elemental energies. Figures slowly emerged from the clouds and mist, arriving before Xu Zihuang and the others in just a few breaths.

There were over a hundred people who came, and they all bowed respectfully to Xu Zihuang, Ye Guyi, and Ning Tian.

"Greetings, Your Majesty the God King! Greetings, Your Majesty the God of Angels! Greetings, Your Majesty the God of Love!"

Xu Zihuang ignored the officials who came to greet him, and instead raised his head, his cold gaze piercing through the void.

"Tang San, come out and face your death!"

Chapter 564 All Causes and Effects Fall Upon Me

Xu Zihuang's divine sense erupted, almost alarming all the gods in the divine realm.

In a phantom space at the center of the divine realm, a soft golden halo shimmered. A majestic palace stood not far away, its appearance shrouded in the halo, both real and illusory, mysterious and unpredictable.

Tang San, dressed in a magnificent blue robe, stood there quietly, holding a golden trident, and let out a cold snort with a gloomy and venomous expression.

"Insolence! You've only just arrived in the God Realm, yet you dare to provoke its enforcers? Do you even respect the rules of the God Realm?!"

Tang San spoke in a grand and dignified manner, but he always gave people the feeling that he was all bark and no bite.

That is indeed the case.

Back then, Xu Zihuang reversed the flow of time to erase Tang Hao's existence, and Tang San still hasn't been able to escape the influence of that cause and effect. How could he not feel terrified? Now, Xu Zihuang, together with the Angel God Ye Guyi and the God of Love Ning Tian, ​​has ascended to the God Realm. With his old team, it's probably difficult to resist.

After all, excluding Xiao Wu, the remaining original Shrek Seven Devils only had five second-level gods. Ye Guyi and Ning Tian, ​​on the other hand, were both powerful first-level gods. Especially the Angel God, a first-level god with formidable combat power, who could easily take on five opponents at once.

Tang San deliberately put on this righteous and stern demeanor, intending to use the rules of the divine realm to intimidate Xu Zihuang. This shows that he was genuinely afraid.

With a cold snort, Tang San's true form had already traversed the void and appeared before Xu Zihuang. At the same time, the windows of the castle opened one after another, and figures shot out from them, landing behind Tang San.

The first to arrive was a burly, blond middle-aged man. He was handsome, broad-shouldered, and imposing. His sharp aura even rivaled that of Tang San.

It was none other than the God of War, Dai Mubai.

Following the God of War Dai Mubai is the Phoenix God Ma Hongjun. Their auras are also the strongest, far surpassing those of ordinary second-level deities, and approaching those of first-level deities.

The remaining four are Zhu Zhuqing, the God of Speed; Oscar, the God of Food; Ning Rongrong, the Nine-Colored Goddess; and Xiao Wu, who serves as the vessel for Tang San's two divine positions.

Xiao Wu, dressed in a pink dress, with her long black hair styled in a scorpion braid, looked at Xu Zihuang with eyes full of grief and indignation.

From her third brother, she knew that it was Xu Zihuang in front of her who had killed Da Ming and Er Ming.

Xiao Wu was still able to control her emotions because Tang San had promised her that he would revive Da Ming and Er Ming again when the time was right.

As for Tang Wutong, she was not present because she had been sent to the Goddess of Life by the God of Destruction.

Ning Rongrong's gaze lingered on Xu Zihuang for a moment before settling on Ning Tian. The senses of deities are remarkably acute; although this was Ning Rongrong and Ning Tian's first meeting, they could both clearly sense the similarities in their bloodlines and recognized each other.

However, Ning Tian did not show the closeness and respect that Ning Rongrong had expected towards her ancestor. Instead, he stared indifferently ahead.

Ning Tian was naturally shrewd and wouldn't make a foolish mistake in such a matter. There were countless generations between her and Ning Rongrong; their blood ties were practically nonexistent. Xu Zihuang, however, was her husband. How could she possibly side with Xu Zihuang and acknowledge this so-called ancestor?

Seeing this, Ning Rongrong couldn't help but sigh softly in her heart, and subconsciously looked at Tang San in front of her. Now, even if she wanted to play the emotional card, she wouldn't know where to begin.

Just then, Xu Zihuang's indifferent and calm voice suddenly rang out.

“Ning Rongrong, I can spare your life for the sake of Ning Tian’s relationship with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School. But if you insist on getting involved today, I will still kill you without hesitation. The choice between life and death is yours.”

"What an arrogant brat!" Dai Mubai roared, his eyes instantly turning pale white. His entire body radiated a hazy white light filled with fighting spirit.

"Little San, things have come to this, there's nothing more to say. Today, we, the Shrek Seven Devils, will fight side by side once again!"

"Mu Bai, watch out!"

No sooner had Dai Mubai finished speaking than Tang San's expression changed drastically as he brandished his golden trident. Rings of golden light appeared out of thin air, sealing off the space from all directions.

Poseidon's Thirteen Styles, Unpredictable Storms!

This is the strongest restriction skill Tang San currently possesses, containing the profound mysteries of space. This was entirely his instinctive reaction upon sensing danger.

However, Tang San overlooked the most important thing. That is, Xu Zihuang is the God King of Time and Space. For Tang San to use his space-attribute skills in front of him would be nothing short of humiliation.

Everything within the space imprisoned by the unpredictable storm froze, bathed in a dazzling golden light by the rings of golden halos. But in the next instant, countless fine cracks appeared in this golden space, and then it shattered with a deafening roar.

Golden and silver timeless chains coiled around Xu Zihuang's body, and he raised his right hand, where countless black lightning bolts raged.

A jet-black longsword materialized in Xu Zihuang's right hand, radiating a deep black light and containing terrifying annihilation power, as if the sky of the divine realm was trembling.

Divine artifact, the Annihilation Thunder God Sword!

Xu Zihuang is the reshaped God of Thunder, and the divine artifacts that originally belonged to the God of Thunder have also been shaped by him into forms that best suit his own abilities.

Drawn by the Annihilation Thunder God Sword in Xu Zihuang's hand, a black dragon-shaped bolt of lightning instantly engulfed Dai Mubai's body. With the Unpredictable Storm just broken by Xu Zihuang, Tang San was then affected by the Eternal Chains of Time and Space, leaving him no time to rescue Dai Mubai.

The other members of the Shrek Seven Devils were also restricted in their movements by the Eternal Chains of Time and Space.

In the end, they could only watch helplessly as Dai Mubai was killed by Xu Zihuang in one blow, leaving not even a trace, as if he had been erased from the world out of thin air.

"Mu Bai!"

Zhu Zhuqing let out a shrill scream, her eyes bloodshot. Tang San, Ma Hongjun, Ning Rongrong, Oscar, and Xiao Wu were momentarily stunned. Who could have imagined that Xu Zihuang would be able to forcibly kill Dai Mubai right in front of Tang San?

Nine golden and silver light wheels and eight black light wheels intertwined behind Xu Zihuang. While Tang San, also a dual-god, had to switch between the Sea God and Asura God abilities to use them, Xu Zihuang had no such problem.

Spacetime, capable of encompassing countless phenomena, perfectly harmonizes with all types of divine power. Just as a dual-spirit possessor can simultaneously utilize both spirits, Xu Zihuang can also simultaneously wield the powers of the God of Spacetime and the God of Annihilation Thunder.

Xu Zihuang looked at Tang San indifferently, stretched out his left hand, and the Eternal Chains of Time and Space had already transformed into the Eternal Spear of Time and Space, appearing in the control of his left hand.

In one hand, he wields the Annihilation Thunder God Sword; in the other, the Eternal Time Spear.

Xu Zihuang's lips curled into a mocking smile, his eyes blazing with murderous intent, and he let out a cold shout.

"Time and space imprisonment!"

Apart from Ning Rongrong, everyone else on Tang San's side was affected by the spacetime confinement. They were as if they were in different timelines, having lost all senses and unable to contact each other.

"You have already chosen a path to death!"

Tang San's eyes became bloodshot, and his expression became even more ferocious. A blue halo quickly moved from his body and landed on Xiao Wu.

Xiao Wu's long hair turned blue at an astonishing speed, as did her dress and eyes.

Relationships vary in closeness and distance, and in this critical moment, Tang San could only look after Xiao Wu.

The power of the Sea God was bestowed upon Xiao Wu, while Tang San himself controlled the Asura God, a being brimming with killing intent and known as the strongest warrior in the God Realm.

At this moment, Tang San seemed like a completely different person. A powerful killing intent surged into the sky, seemingly capable of cleaving the entire heavens in two. Rings of red light rose behind his head, forming a nine-ringed halo. The intense red light suddenly shot into the sky, and an unparalleled, frenzied killing intent instantly surged from his body, as if to break through the seal of time and space.

However, everything has its advantages and disadvantages. Because Tang San had always cultivated the power of the Sea God, his control over the power of the Asura God was far inferior to that of the Asura God, the enforcer of the God Realm back then. As a result, he was unable to break through Xu Zihuang's space-time confinement in the first instance.

Five more terrifying black dragon-shaped bolts of lightning struck down, engulfing Tang San, Xiao Wu, Ma Hongjun, Zhu Zhuqing, and Oscar.