"Forget it, I won't wait."
With no news from Jian Yi, Xue Sha decided not to wait any longer.
Time was of the essence, and all Great Emperor realm powerhouses had to be mobilized as quickly as possible.
The Demon Realm had too many powerhouses; they could only launch surprise attacks.
Soon, the phantom image in the great hall dispersed.
Great Emperor Xue Sha emerged from his secluded cultivation, his consciousness drifting outwards.
Before long, four Eighth-Order Great Emperors from the Xue Sha Realm arrived, even an old, established Eighth-Order who had been in seclusion emerged.
In the Xue Sha Realm, there were five Eighth-Order Emperors.
Including himself as the Realm Master, there were six in total.
A formidable force, but alas, it could not compare to the Demon Realm.
The Demon Realm boasted over ten Eighth-Order Great Emperors, truly the foremost realm in the East.
In addition to them, the Xue Sha Realm had dozens of Seventh-Order Great Emperors.
"A bloody battle is imminent."
Xue Sha sighed, "I longed for peace, wishing only to live freely in the East. Alas, fate is not in our hands. Caught in this chaotic era, the constant provocations from the Demon Realm have forced us to rise in resistance."
"This time, the Demon Realm has mobilized its entire fighting force to attack the Thunder Domain, boasting a thirty percent chance of breaking through it."
"Regardless of the truth of this claim, even if there is only a half percent chance, we must stop them."
"If the Demon Realm manages to break into the Thunder Domain, our end will be nigh."
They had to act.
"Set out."
Great Emperor Xue Sha gave the order.
"Roar, roar, roar."
Eighth-Order Emperors and Seventh-Order Emperors alike soared into the sky.
The Xue Sha Realm marched forth.
At the same time, the other four great worlds of the Five Realm Alliance also began their expeditions.
The Hundred Flowers Realm.
By Bai Hua's side gathered three Eighth-Order Emperors.
The Hundred Flowers Realm also had four Great Emperors, but aside from her, the other three were demons, humanoids formed from flowers.
"Realm Master."
The three Eighth-Order great demons bowed respectfully.
Though not of the same race, the three Eighth-Order great demons showed immense respect for Great Emperor Bai Hua.
Bai Hua was someone with a deep affection for flowers. In the Hundred Flowers Realm, flower-type great demons held supreme status, incomparable to any other demon. Humans, in Bai Hua's eyes, were not as important as flower demons.
"Let's go."
Bai Hua sighed, "We have to fight, even if we don't want to."
"You are flower demons, your true forms are treasures. If this realm is conquered by the Demon Realm, it will truly be over."
This was something the three Eighth-Order great demons were acutely aware of.
For demons, life was difficult.
More difficult than for chaotic beasts.
Chaotic beasts, in times of danger, could flee into the chaos. The vastness of chaos offered refuge.
But demons could not.
The world was finite. Who could usually leave their realm?
Unless they had a Realm Master like Bai Hua, it was somewhat better. Most others were like Emperor Yang, heedless of consequences.
Humans could kill demons without restraint.
But if demons killed humans, a few might be overlooked. If the numbers grew, Emperor Yang would surely object.
Therefore, the Hundred Flowers Realm's will to fight was even stronger than the Xue Sha Realm's.
"Realm Master, please give the order."
A flower demon, who had once been a lily, spoke with firm resolve, "This battle, even if we die, we must fight for a future, a path to survival for the Hundred Flowers Realm."
"Depart."
Great Emperor Bai Hua gave the order.
Powerful figures emerged from the realm one after another.
They marched towards the direction of the Thunder Domain from afar.
The Thunder Domain, the source of everything.
It would be the best place for a surprise attack.
The five great worlds marched forth.
...
The Hell Yang Realm.
Great Emperor Wan Mo and Emperor Yang led the way.
"Someone is lurking in the shadows," Lie Tian transmitted.
"Mm."
Chen Fan nodded subtly.
He had also sensed it, and there were quite a few of them.
Guards?
Likely...
The number of Great Emperors on their side was not large.
Including Wan Mo and Emperor Yang, there were only six.
If they were surrounded by the Five Realm Alliance, the combined force of twenty Eighth-Order Great Emperors could surely annihilate them all.
Therefore, it was normal for someone to be following them in secret.
Rumble.
The chaos was being carved open.
The entire Eastern region became much quieter.
Those neutral worlds watched the direction of the Thunder Domain with concern.
Soon, a true great battle would erupt there.
They moved forward rapidly.
The journey lasted seven full days.
It took a full seven days before they could see the Thunder Domain that suppressed the heavens and earth.
The Thunder Domain was immense.
Compared to the Hell Yang Realm, a hundred Hell Yang Realms would not even amount to one Thunder Domain.
Do not forget, it took Chen Fan a full year to travel from the Four Directions Domain to the Divine Heavens Domain; this illustrated the vastness of the Thunder Domain.
"I see it."
From behind, the Great Emperors and Heavenly Emperors who were unaware of the situation began to cheer.
They seemed to glimpse a brilliant future.
They saw a grand feast.
Chen Fan: "..."
These fools.
He didn't know what to say.
Did they really think the Demon Realm was benevolent? Would they distribute cake for free?
What a joke.
Even someone with a little bit of sense would understand that even if they were allowed to share in this grand feast, they would have to pay with their lives.
Rumble.
In the distance, demonic energy surged to the heavens.
Everyone could sense the overwhelming demonic energy.
It was the main army of the Demon Realm. The two sides were still far apart, but they could already sense each other's presence and even see each other.
"Realm Master."
Great Emperor Wan Mo's voice echoed through the chaos.
Humans could not travel instantly, but voices could.
Rumble.
The sound rolled over, "Wan Mo, continue forward."
"Yes."
The Hell Yang Realm marched on rapidly.
On the other side, the Demon Realm also accelerated their pace.
As they drew closer to the Thunder Domain, the previously lively atmosphere became oppressive.
The dim Thunder Domain seemed like a colossal beast, poised to devour everyone.
Even before getting close, it emanated a tremendous pressure.
This was the Thunder Domain.
Even after a million years, seeing it still instilled fear.
The closer they got, the more oppressive it became.
Vaguely, a thick murderous intent shrouded the army.
"Not good."
Chen Fan's brow suddenly twitched.
The River of Life and Death suddenly vibrated.
"A powerhouse of the Life and Death Dao is approaching," Chen Fan transmitted quickly.
"A Life and Death Dao powerhouse?"
Lie Tian and Sword Master were both shocked, "Is it the Five Realm Alliance? I haven't heard of any Life and Death Dao powerhouses in the Five Realm Alliance."
The members of the Five Realm Alliance were all listed.
There were definitely no Life and Death Dao powerhouses.
"Are you mistaken?" Great Emperor Lie Tian frowned.
The Life and Death Dao, impossible.
How could there be a Life and Death Dao powerhouse?
"No, I can't be mistaken."
Chen Fan's tone was grave, "I cultivate Life and Death. If I can sense it, there must be a Life and Death Dao powerhouse hidden nearby."
Although Old Devil Chu also practiced Life and Death, he was too weak.
Chen Fan was different.
His Life and Death Dao had already reached Seventh-Order. His senses would not be wrong.
He glanced up at Emperor Yang and Wan Mo ahead; their expressions revealed nothing.
"You haven't detected anything?" Chen Fan frowned.
Danger had arrived.
At this moment, Chen Fan was tense.
Since the other party was hidden, they were surely preparing to launch a lightning-fast strike.
Eighth-Order powerhouses would undoubtedly be their primary targets.
...
The atmosphere grew increasingly oppressive.
The Demon Realm in the distance had already reached the edge of the Thunder Domain.
"Attack."
The Demon Lord did not wait for Great Emperor Wan Mo.
He directly ordered an attack, targeting the heavenly pillars outside the Thunder Domain.
Rumble.
Immediately, lightning cleansed the land.
Endless roars echoed through the chaos.