"Have all the experts in the Holy City evacuate. Do not approach the God Slaying Array unless absolutely necessary!"
Gu Tongtian's voice rang out as he retreated, not daring to act recklessly before the Heavenly Tribulation, even as an eighth-stage Heavenly Lord. Otherwise, he would be seeking his own demise.
Both the God Slaying Array and the Heavenly Tribulation possessed terrifying auras. Once their energies collided, it would undoubtedly cause endless turmoil.
Rumble...
With a rumbling sound, the lightning tribulation in the sky surged, appearing quite fearsome as it struck directly upon the formation of the God Slaying Array.
Sensing such fluctuations, the God Slaying Array began to counterattack, its powerful aftershocks instantly surging outwards, appearing like turbulent waves.
Thousands of kilometers away from the Holy City, the immense fluctuation could be felt. In fact, this fluctuation was enough to stir the masses, filling them with awe.
Within the God Slaying Array, those protected by it remained undisturbed by the lightning tribulation, their expressions calm.
"What is happening?" the City Lord of Wushuang wondered in surprise.
"To resist the Heavenly Tribulation, all the power of the God Slaying Array has been converged into a single point, and it will not harm us!" Bai Di explained. "This is truly a great blessing. We were destined for oblivion, but now we have a chance to start anew!"
Following these words, the others were mystified, never having expected the God Slaying Array to be able to contend with the Heavenly Tribulation.
Outside the God Slaying Array, numerous experts from the Holy City hastily retreated, their eyes filled with trepidation. They could never have imagined such powerful aftershocks occurring.
That single aftershock alone had injured many experts in the Holy City. If it continued, it would undoubtedly cause further upheaval.
The people from the Four Cities, within the God Slaying Array, remained remarkably calm. Protected by the array, even the Heavenly Tribulation could not touch them, bringing them considerable peace of mind.
Lu Fan sat cross-legged, his aura reaching its peak, seemingly having broken through to the Heavenly Lord realm. He appeared ethereal, unlike an ordinary person.
Witnessing this scene, everyone was slightly moved, their hearts stirred. They had not anticipated such an event.
"You're undergoing tribulation now, but it seems you're doing alright!"
The City Lord of Xueluo looked at Lu Fan with a knowing expression.
"I wish I could undergo tribulation, but I don't have the opportunity!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "The Heavenly Tribulation has been blocked by the God Slaying Array, so I can only wait idly for the tribulation to descend!"
"What do you think is more powerful, the God Slaying Array or this Heavenly Tribulation?"
The City Lord of Xueluo smiled faintly. "I'm quite interested!"
"The Heavenly Tribulation is the origin of heaven and earth, so naturally, the Heavenly Tribulation is more powerful!"
Lu Fan stated directly. "The might of this Heavenly Tribulation is no small matter!"
To this statement, the City Lord of Xueluo nodded slightly. "I actually think the same. The power of the Heavenly Tribulation is indeed unparalleled!"
Rumble...
As they conversed, a rumbling sound erupted. With this sound, everyone felt a tremor throughout their bodies, and their entire beings were stirred.
"I truly never imagined the power of the lightning tribulation would be so terrifying!"
Bai Di exclaimed. "If we didn't have the God Slaying Array for protection, we would likely all have perished!"
"This is my tribulation, not yours!"
Lu Fan waved his hand. "If there were no God Slaying Array, I would face the lightning tribulation!"
To this, everyone nodded, finding Lu Fan's words quite reasonable.
Rumble rumble...
As they were talking, the heavenly lightning struck down again in an instant, appearing utterly terrifying. Wherever it passed, it carried an endless aura that made people tremble.
Sensing such a thunderous aura, everyone was filled with worry. The God Slaying Array was no trivial matter. Once breached by the lightning tribulation, even they would be in danger with the slightest misstep.
"What do we do? The God Slaying Array seems unable to hold on!"
Elder Bei furrowed his brow and spoke, his expression grave.
"After the God Slaying Array is dealt with, I will personally finish them!"
With a cold glint in his eyes, Gu Tongtian did not hide his intentions. In fact, from the beginning, he had planned for their demise.
Only the method differed. However, what the God Slaying Array could not accomplish, he would never shy away from.
With another deafening roar, smoke and dust billowed within the God Slaying Array, and everyone hastily retreated. Now that the array was activated, there was no need for concern.
Seeing this scene, everyone's expressions became more solemn. They could clearly feel the aura of the God Slaying Array disappearing.
"It's finally over!"
A slight smile curved Elder Bei's lips. "City Lord, it seems it's our turn next!"
"Well said!"
The Lord of the Holy City nodded slightly, a smile gracing his lips. Everything was under his control, and no one could escape his decree.
Meanwhile, many experts from the Four Cities had safely exited the God Slaying Array, though their expressions were far from pleased.
Being confined within the God Slaying Array for so long was a great humiliation to them.
Now that they were safely out, they would not let it go.
Not far from the God Slaying Array, Lu Fan sat cross-legged, absorbing the last remnants of the lightning tribulation. His expression grew cold.
"It is indeed beyond my expectation that you could emerge alive!" Gu Tongtian smiled faintly. "But what does it matter if you emerge? Will you not die in the end? What is the use of all the meaningless things you have done?"
"That remains to be seen!"
The City Lord of Xueluo narrowed his eyes. "Before we have even fought, how can you be so certain that we are destined to die?"
"Ridiculous!"
The Lord of the Holy City spoke coldly. "If I say you must die, then you must die. No one can defy my will, especially in this Desolate Ancient World. You are all merely my pawns!"
"Do you truly believe that within this Desolate Ancient World, you are an invincible existence?"
The City Lord of Xueluo let out a cold laugh. "You fail to realize that there are always greater powers beyond what you imagine. Many things are not as simple as you think!"
"Why speak further? Let us fight!"
The City Lord of Xueluo said coldly, then leaped forward, exuding a powerful aura.
Sensing such an aura, the Lord of the Holy City merely laughed, not taking it seriously at all. Instead, he spoke coldly, "With you alone? You wish to fight me?"
"Not me, but everyone!" the City Lord of Xueluo's voice was icy, carrying a palpable momentum.
The others did not hesitate and also made their moves, appearing incredibly powerful.
Witnessing this scene, many were stirred. This battle today would likely lay the foundation for the entire Desolate Ancient World.