Chapter 273: Era 5 - Darkness Retreats, Prehistoric Victory!_2
But if he advances to a small fish, he is very likely to be devoured by other dark creatures.
So this method should never be used unless absolutely necessary.
"Let's go!"
"Latecomers, today's hatred will be repaid a hundredfold by me another day!"
The Heaven-Devouring Sparrow Ancestor, after being unable to break through for a long time, could only be forced to leave.
As for the other Dark Venerables, they secretly breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.
They are not fools and do not wish to fight Lu Yuan to the bitter end.
After all, once the Heaven-Devouring Sparrow Ancestor gets a killing frenzy, it might be them who are attacked first.
"The Dark Aliens have retreated?"
"Has Venerable Lu Yuan actually repelled the dark turmoil single-handedly?"
Everyone watched the menacing Dark Aliens now fleeing the Starfield Battlefield like defeated dogs.
They were stunned for a moment, then erupted in thunderous cheers.
This was supposed to be the twilight of an era, harvesting all the dark turmoil.
Originally, they had resigned themselves to certain death, determined to share the fate of their homeland.
Yet those Dark Aliens retreated in such a shameful manner?
They were blocked by Lu Yuan and never even approached a step near the Boundary City.
Across the entire Profound Realm, this is absolutely an unprecedented great victory!
However, unlike the cheering crowd,
Lu Yuan did not feel relieved watching the dark creatures retreat like the tide.
The Dark Aliens are inherently murderous; their retreat this time was only to accumulate power.
When they return to their lair, they will definitely redouble efforts to massacre other Low-Level Planes.
When the dark turmoil strikes again,
Lu Yuan will find it difficult to drive them back as easily as this time.
"The Dark Origin is like a malignant tumor; if it isn't eradicated, the situation will only get worse."
Lu Yuan sighed.
Once the Dark Aliens make a comeback, the consequences will be unimaginable.
Even as the Invincible Venerable, he does not have the absolute certainty of victory.
"We greet Celestial Venerable Lu!"
"Celestial Venerable Lu, who alone saved the Profound Realm from ruin, will be remembered by all beings."
The Reincarnation Sect's ancestor and the other four Venerables approached Lu Yuan, respectfully bowing and saluting.
Celestial Venerable!
Meaning above and below, only I am supreme!
While Celestial Venerable and Venerable belong to the same realm, the power of the former far surpasses other strong practitioners of the same tier.
Throughout the ages,
Apart from the youthful Dao Ancestor, no one has ever received this title.
But Lu Yuan, fighting against a hundred Venerables and single-handedly repelling the dark turmoil,
This kind of power and achievement is truly astonishing, certainly worthy of this title.
"You all give me too much credit. If it weren't for your selflessness, tirelessly guarding the Boundary City for hundreds of years, I'm afraid the Profound Realm would have long been lost."
Lu Yuan did not hold himself in high regard; rather, his tone carried a hint of respect.
Even though the strength of the Reincarnation Sect ancestor and others is far inferior to his own, just their steadfast defense of the Boundary City and protection of all living beings is worthy of Lu Yuan's respect.
The Reincarnation Sect ancestor and others shuddered, a trace of emotion flashing in their aged eyes.
"Good, good, my Profound Realm has finally produced a truly Invincible Celestial Venerable!"
The five elders said with tear-filled eyes, sincerely happy for Lu Yuan.
In their view,
Compared to those so-called Unparalleled Celestial Prides,
Lu Yuan is impeccable in every aspect—his mind, character, strength, and Dao heart.
The title of Celestial Venerable is absolutely well-deserved!
"We pay respects to Celestial Venerable Lu!"
Meanwhile,
On the Starfield Battlefield, all the cultivators knelt on one knee, looking at Lu Yuan with eyes full of reverence and fervor.
The Profound Realm values martial prowess and has always revered the strong.
Moreover, with the dark turmoil coming this time, Lu Yuan repelled the Dark Aliens single-handedly, essentially saving all their lives.
With all these factors combined,
it instilled in everyone a fervor akin to devotees witnessing a god.
To say the least,
at this moment, if Lu Yuan were to speak a word,
even if it meant climbing a mountain of knives, descending into a sea of fire, or giving their lives, these people would unhesitatingly comply!
"Thank you all for your hard work."
Lu Yuan waved his grand hand.
Countless laws gathered into a rain of light, sprinkling down from the sky.
All the soldiers bathed in the rain of light, only feeling a warm sensation throughout their bodies. All their injuries instantly healed, and they returned to their peak status in the blink of an eye.
But at this moment.
In Boundary City, beams of dazzling light shot up into the sky one after another.
Figures exuding powerful auras appeared instantaneously on the Starfield Battlefield through the spatial transmission array.
These Upper Three Realms powerhouses hailed from the Dragon Race, Demon Race, Qilin Race, True Phoenix Race, Snow God Palace, Reincarnation Sect, Celestial Secret Pavilion, Infinite Demon Sect, and many other Ancient Race Sacred Lands.
Their numbers reached into the millions, and their mere presence could change the winds and clouds.
Besides that.
More than twenty Ancient Venerables forcibly awakened from slumber, ready to burn everything in them for an all-out battle with the Dark Alien Race!
Yet, when they stepped onto the battlefield with a resolve to meet death, they found the front empty, with no sign of any enemy, leaving them momentarily stunned.
What is going on?
Where is the promised dark turmoil?
How come there's not a single shadow?
Could it be someone falsely reported military information, making a mockery of us?
"What's going on, fellow Daoist Lu Yuan?"
Some hot-tempered Ancient Venerables showed displeasure and abruptly looked at Lu Yuan's Dharma Body.
They knew their life force was already nearing its end, and forcibly reviving themselves each time only made their lifespans even shorter.
If not for Lu Yuan using the plight of Infinite Mountain as a threat, they might not have been willing to act.
However, that Dharma Body seemed oblivious, merely transforming into a piece of scripture and instantly merged into Lu Yuan's Daoist Palace.
"Fellow Daoists, the dark turmoil has already been repelled by Celestial Venerable Lu; you arrived late,"
The Reincarnation Sect's elder quickly explained.
"Impossible!"
"The dark turmoil is unstoppable; even Venerables would fall. How could it be repelled so easily?"
"Indeed, as fellow Ancient Venerables, we should understand just how terrifying this dark turmoil truly is."
"It's only been two days, and you tell me someone has repelled the dark turmoil? Are you seriously making fun of us?"
"And as for the title of Celestial Venerable, not just anyone can claim it. Are your words somewhat exaggerated, fellow Daoist?"
Wuji Ancestor and others questioned.
They knew Lu Yuan was strong, a rarely seen Invincible Venerable across ancient and modern times.
But they were even clearer about the horror of the Dark Alien Race.
Whenever a dark turmoil descended, it would surely lead to the destruction of the world and eternal silence for all living beings.
Even the Dao Ancestor of that year had no solution against the Dark Alien Race, only able to build the World Gate to keep them on the other side of the fissure.
"We've all seen it with our own eyes; could it still be false?"
A cultivator couldn't stand it and immediately retorted.
"Insolence! Discussions amongst Venerables should not be befouled by your brazen comments!"
Wuji Ancestor rebuked sternly, attempting to punish the defier.
But before he could act, a seemingly calm yet undeniably authoritative voice suddenly echoed in everyone's ears.
"Enough!"
"You have come too late; let this be the last time,"
Lu Yuan glanced at Wuji Ancestor and spoke indifferently.
He held the Celestial Mandate, with his words accompanied by law, so even Venerables could not defy his will.
Originally domineering, the many Venerables thinking to take action were like being doused with a bucket of ice water, chilled to the bone from head to toe.
They knew the Invincible Venerable's power was formidable, but they didn't realize how formidable.
Not until they faced Lu Yuan personally and felt that unparalleled terrifying might.
Did they finally understand what these four words truly meant!
"Elder Reincarnation, I have urgent matters to discuss. Please step aside for a conversation,"
Lu Yuan said, then returned with the Reincarnation Sect's elder into Boundary City.
With the Dark Alien Race retreated, things seemed temporarily safe now.
But he knew very well that once the Heaven-Devouring Sparrow Ancestor makes a comeback, the situation would become more desperate.
Therefore, he had to race against time.
To find a way to completely solve the dark origin before the next dark turmoil arrives.
After Lu Yuan left.
The present Venerables finally felt relieved, as if they had removed an immense burden.
Although Lu Yuan did not emit any aura just now.
His mere presence there, doing nothing, could make everyone tremble with fear, not daring to take a deep breath!
And after an inquiry, Wuji Ancestor and others finally learned the whole story from the eyewitnesses.
Darkness descended, the twilight of the era.
But Lu Yuan alone fought against a hundred Venerables, severely wounding the Heaven-Devouring Sparrow Ancestor, and single-handedly repelled all the Dark Alien Race?
The group listened as if it were the language of the heavens, incredulously shocked, not coming to their senses for a long while.
Especially when Wuji Ancestor thought about how he had dared to question a truly invincible Celestial Venerable face-to-face just now.
He was frightened pale, drenched in cold sweat, his heart overwhelmed by endless regret and fear.
Where was the slightest trace of previous arrogance?