Checking in for 100,000 Years Chapter 1016: Three-Legged Golden Crow

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The Eastern Emperor unleashed a devastating punch, but Ye Yun effortlessly blocked it with his palm, much to the shock of onlookers. Ye Yun then proposed they move their fight away from the Grey Mist Sea to avoid collateral damage, a suggestion the Eastern Emperor accepted. They ascended into the void, followed by three observing demons, where Ye Yun provoked the Eastern Emperor by calling him weak, enraging him and causing him to transform into a colossal, flame-wreathed giant.

"The Eastern Emperor is truly unmatched!"

From a distance, a robed figure clad in black let out a cry of astonishment.

In his current state, even if the three of them combined their strength, they would likely fall in a single encounter against the Eastern Emperor.

"I am eager to witness what hidden capabilities this so-called Supreme God Sovereign possesses to confront the Eastern Emperor,"

Another man, also in black robes, stood with his hands clasped behind his back, a cold, confident smile gracing his lips.

With the Eastern Emperor Taiyi's overwhelming might, the defeat of the Divine Land's Supreme God Sovereign was a foregone conclusion.

There could be no doubt about it.

"Oh, you have truly transformed?"

Ye Yun regarded the colossal flame giant with an unruffled demeanor. Raising the Chaotic Bell, he spoke with a soft chuckle, "Eastern Emperor Taiyi, even if you were to grow a thousand feet tall, you would cause no disturbance in my sight!"

"Is that so?"

The voice of the Eastern Emperor Taiyi, deep and resonant, boomed forth, carried on the ferocious winds.

His eyes, resembling those of a primal, untamed beast, fixed their intense gaze upon Ye Yun.

This individual was far too composed; could he still be holding back hidden trump cards?

The Eastern Emperor Taiyi's gaze eventually settled upon the Chaotic Bell, a flicker of intense desire igniting within his eyes.

In the ensuing moment.

A resonating vibration emanated from the very fabric of the void.

The formidable Eastern Emperor Taiyi took a monumental stride forward, dispelling the gale-force winds with his movement, and unleashed a punch, hurtling directly towards Ye Yun.

This single strike was imbued with power at least ten times greater than any before.

Whoosh!

The immense, flame-wreathed fist descended like a miniature mountain.

"Magnificent!"

Ye Yun exclaimed, his Ancestral Dragon Bloodline surging, an inexhaustible surge of power instantly coursing through his being.

He extended his own fist, a seemingly insignificant blow, to meet the fiery onslaught.

As Ye Yun had not yet undergone his own transformation, his fist appeared minuscule when juxtaposed with the Eastern Emperor Taiyi's colossal fiery embodiment.

It was akin to a minuscule ant daring to challenge a towering giant.

Boom!

The collision of their fists echoed with a thunderous report.

A colossal shockwave erupted, obliterating the surrounding wind currents and propagating outwards into the distance.

The three observers in black robes, witnessing the battle from afar, felt the terrifying impact of this shockwave and, tearing through space with haste, ascended to a higher vantage point, narrowly evading its destructive reach.

Had they been caught in its direct path, they might not have survived without suffering grievous injuries.

This served as a stark testament to the sheer, terrifying potency of that single punch.

Ye Yun remained firmly planted, utterly unmoving.

Conversely, the Eastern Emperor Taiyi's flaming, hardened fist was forcibly repelled by the tremor of the impact.

And his gargantuan form was propelled backward through the air.

"How is this conceivable?"

The Eastern Emperor Taiyi regained his balance in the void, his gaze fixed in disbelief upon the diminutive figure before him.

The physical prowess of this Supreme God Sovereign was astonishingly immense!

The sheer resilience of his body rivaled that of divine-grade artifacts!

And his boundless physical strength surpassed even that of the Eastern Emperor himself.

While he had not exerted his absolute maximum in the prior assault, his opponent had managed to send him flying.

This clearly demonstrated the terrifying might Ye Yun wielded.

The Eastern Emperor Taiyi retracted his prior underestimation. He understood that without engaging in a truly arduous battle, reclaiming the Chaotic Bell would prove to be a formidable challenge.

Deep within the void.

The three demon clan members, arrayed in their black robes, were likewise stunned by the sight of the Eastern Emperor Taiyi being forcefully repelled.

"Damn it, how could this be? Has his physical form become this formidable simply by mastering the Supreme Forgetting Emotions Path?"

One of the black-robed figures, gesturing with his arm, displayed an expression of profound horror.

If all the potent individuals of the Divine Land possessed such might, how would their demon clan ever dare to contemplate an invasion in the future?

"Supreme God Sovereign, your strength is undeniable, but... I must recover the Chaotic Bell!"

Declared the Eastern Emperor Taiyi, his countenance darkening like a stormy sky. Taking a deliberate step forward, he brandished his twin, hardened fists, conjuring a multitude of afterimages.

Boom boom boom...

The successive layers of fist shadows resembled imposing mountains, each imbued with a power capable of shattering worlds.

At this juncture, the Eastern Emperor Taiyi had fully immersed himself in a state of frenzied combat.

Bam bam...

Every single one of his iron fists radiated a terrifying, potent flame.

In this moment, the incredible inferno had effectively sealed off all surrounding space.

These crimson flames were no ordinary manifestation, emitting an unimaginable heat, potent enough to melt even artifacts of divine quality.

Witnessing the Eastern Emperor Taiyi's descent into this fervent state, Ye Yun offered a gentle, knowing smile.

If the Eastern Emperor Taiyi lacked genuine power, how could he possibly hold the esteemed title of Demon Emperor of the Ancient Heavenly Court?

Confronting the barrage of iron fists that rained down like veritable mountains, Ye Yun moved with unhurried grace, extending a single fist.

This punch emanated a fearsome, divine luminescence.

In an instant, it decisively shattered through the layers of fist shadows, engaging directly with the Eastern Emperor Taiyi's hardened fist.

Boom!

Another deafening reverberation filled the air.

The void itself trembled, as if the celestial dome were on the precipice of collapse.

An immensely powerful Ancestral Dragon might erupted from Ye Yun's fist, propelling Eastern Emperor Taiyi through the air once more. The Ancestor Dragon, progenitor of all dragons, possessed physical strength that had reached the apex of the world. Ye Yun, without even using his full power, sent Eastern Emperor Taiyi flying for a second time.

"Hiss..."

The three observers clad in black robes collectively drew sharp breaths, their faces draining of color as their bodies trembled uncontrollably. Initially, these three had anticipated their Supreme God Sovereign would be cornered, perhaps unable to contend with Eastern Emperor Taiyi even with his trump cards. They envisioned him being utterly crushed by Eastern Emperor Taiyi's relentless onslaught.

However, to their utter astonishment, the Supreme God Sovereign effortlessly shattered all of Eastern Emperor Taiyi’s attacks with a single punch. Eastern Emperor Taiyi was sent soaring once more.

This display was truly terrifying...

Regaining stability in mid-air, Eastern Emperor Taiyi felt his internal organs churning, blood surging violently within him. A faint trickle of blood seeped from the corner of his mouth. The surrounding flames consumed this drop of blood instantly, leaving no trace.

"Could this be... the Supreme Forgetting Emotions Path from the Ancient Clan?"Eastern Emperor Taiyi's eyes blazed with intensity as he fixed his gaze upon Ye Yun.

"Indeed!" Ye Yun confirmed with a nod. He reasoned that the Ancient Clan was partly to blame. After all, he and the Goddess of Ancient were old acquaintances, practically like a lover. Thus, he mused, they probably wouldn't hold him too accountable in the future.

"Tsk tsk, this Supreme Forgetting Emotions Path is truly an extraordinary divine skill!" Eastern Emperor Taiyi murmured, his fierceness intensifying.

"Eastern Emperor Taiyi, it appears you are unable to claim the Chaotic Bell, are you?" Ye Yun inquired with a gentle smile.

"Impossible!" Eastern Emperor Taiyi bellowed, engulfed entirely by flames. He transformed into a colossal Three-legged Golden Crow. This monstrous entity radiated golden light, its immense form vast, its wings unfurled to blot out the sky and the sun, an image of fearsome power.

"Heavens above, is this the true form of the Eastern Emperor?" one of the black-robed men gasped in shock.

"What sort of beast is that? I've never encountered it before," another black-robed man commented, a look of surprise on his face. The demon clan, renowned for its power and depth, maintained meticulous records of all creatures in existence. These three, as formidable cultivators in the Divine King Realm with exceptionally long lifespans, had delved into such texts throughout their cultivation journeys. Yet, none had ever laid eyes on a three-legged golden bird.

"That is a Three-legged Golden Crow." Hearing their confused murmurs, Ye Yun offered a mild smile, casually revealing Eastern Emperor Taiyi's true identity. Three-legged Golden Crow? Upon hearing Ye Yun's words, the three black-robed men exchanged bewildered glances. What kind of mythical creature was this?

Suddenly. A piercing, resonant cry echoed from the depths of the void. The colossal Three-legged Golden Crow, after issuing a prolonged cry towards the heavens, unfurled its wings, unleashing a torrent of fiery flames that blotted out the sky and descended upon Ye Yun!