King of Creation Chapter 1721 - 1706: Urging Demon Sound

"Who dares to act recklessly? Who dares to unleash the power of the Dao Realm Peak within the Ancestor God Temple?"

As the alarm bells reverberated throughout the Ancestor God Temple, a voice brimming with fury echoed across the sacred grounds.

Nearly instantaneously, six invasive Divine Senses probed the entirety of the Barbarian Spirit Hall.

This disturbance was a direct consequence of the Ancestor God Temple's Palace-Guarding Formation.

The Ancestor God Temple's Palace-Guarding Formation, along with its intricate spatial formations, had been augmented by priests over countless years, yet they were only capable of withstanding the full might of Late Dao Realm experts.

Moreover, approximately 99% of the Palace-Guarding Grand Formation was designed to repel external aggressors, not internal ones.

Fortified over generations, a formation like the Ancestor God Temple's Palace-Guarding Grand Formation could endure continuous assaults from three to five Late Dao Realm experts without crumbling.

However, the situation was vastly different when it came to internal conflicts.

Specifically, the internal spatial folding formations within the Ancestor God Temple, despite enduring numerous augmentations by priests across the ages, could not withstand sustained attacks from Late Dao Realm experts for extended periods.

Compounding this, sparring matches were a frequent occurrence within the Ancestor God Temple.

Consequently, the Ancestor God Temple had established stringent rules prohibiting any sparring within its precincts from utilizing power exceeding that of the Dao Realm Peak.

Furthermore, even powers below Dao Realm Peak were restricted from being sustained for more than 15 minutes.

Although Divine Archer Yiz Lie had substantially replenished his strength through multiple Essence Blood Sacrifices within the Ancestor God Temple, his power had not completely returned to the Early Dao Realm level.

He currently resided somewhere between the Half-step Dao Realm and Early Dao Realm.

Even with his Cultivation not yet restored to the Late Dao Realm, Divine Archer Yiz Lie's mastery of the Arrow Path, his potent Arrow Intent, his soul-bound Giant Bow, and the assistance of a Martial Arts Secret Technique, combined with the Battle Spirit Sacrificial War Formation deployed by the 150,000 priests of the Barbarian Spirit Hall under Ye Zhen's command, caused the Arrow Intent of his Spirit Arrow to emanate an aura akin to a full-force strike from a Dao Realm Peak expert.

This powerful display subsequently triggered the Guardian Formation of the Barbarian Spirit Hall, enraging the Day Priests of the Ancestor God Temple.

They swiftly pinpointed the source of the power, their Divine Senses forcefully sweeping across the entire Barbarian Spirit Hall.

Yet, as these six Day Priests' Divine Senses traversed the Barbarian Spirit Hall, their perception inexplicably halted.

The scene within the Barbarian Spirit Hall was profoundly bizarre.

Not only had the Guardian Battle Spirits been summoned, but two Grand Power Sacrifices were also present, which logically should have prevented such an occurrence.

Even more strangely, 150,000 priests from the Barbarian Spirit Hall had unexpectedly deployed the Battle Spirit Sacrificial War Formation.

The Ancestor God Temple had long enjoyed an era of profound peace; although the Sacrificial Battle Formation was frequently rehearsed, this was the first time the six Day Priests had witnessed its actual deployment, as seen in the Barbarian Spirit Hall.

Moreover, the atmosphere within the Barbarian Spirit Hall was exceptionally peculiar.

A palpable tension permeated the air, creating an impression as though the entire Barbarian Spirit Hall stood entirely opposed to the two Grand Power Sacrifices.

This was especially evident with the appearance of the Seventh Grand Power Sacrifice, Tumen Changyin, who was clearly striving to resist the Arrow Intent of War Spirit Divine Archer Yiz Lie.

The six Day Priests immediately grasped the gravity of the unfolding situation.

Given the involvement of two Grand Power Sacrifices and 150,000 priests from the Barbarian Spirit Hall, this matter far exceeded their authority to resolve.

It was imperative to summon the higher authorities of the Barbarian Spirit Hall.

Curiously, the six Day Priests, who had been intensely surveying with their Divine Senses, suddenly grew subdued and fell silent.

However, Ye Zhen and Princess Changle, the two Grand Power Sacrifices, were fully cognizant of the situation regarding the six Day Priests' probing Divine Senses.

Regardless of what Tongna and Tumen Changyin might have thought, for Ye Zhen and Princess Changle, the current situation absolutely necessitated further escalation.

Escalation, they believed, would serve to bolster the reputation of their Barbarian Spirit Hall and eradicate its historical weaknesses!

Therefore, neither Ye Zhen nor Princess Changle paid any heed to the shouts of the six Day Priests, instead directing their full attention to resolving the internal affairs of the Barbarian Spirit Hall.

Earlier, Ye Zhen's priests had meticulously recorded the sequence by which the 150,000 priests had been mobilized to the vicinity of the Holy Spirit Peak altar to deploy the Battle Spirit Sacrificial War Formation.

Subsequently, Ye Zhen and Princess Changle could utilize the chronological order preserved within these Spirit Shadows to gain a deeper understanding of the significant powers operating within the Barbarian Spirit Hall.

The immediate priority was to solidify authority!

This involved establishing the dominion of Princess Changle as Hall Master and Ye Zhen as the Left Chief Priest of the Barbarian Spirit Hall. To achieve this, Princess Changle, Ye Zhen, and the Law Enforcement Priests of the Barbarian Spirit Hall turned their collective gaze towards Vice Master Ba'erlong.

Ba'erlong, serving as the first Vice Hall Master, was one of the 150,000 priests. In theory, his position meant he was not obligated to follow Ye Zhen's command regarding the formation deployment. However, for the sake of asserting dominance, yielding through Ba'erlong, the foremost Vice Hall Master, became the chosen path. The outcome would hinge on Ba'erlong's decision.

An icy chill permeated Ba'erlong as he realized the intent behind Ye Zhen and Princess Changle's focused attention. Having navigated the political landscape of the Ancestor God Temple for so long, he understood their objective immediately.

Ba'erlong found himself at a critical juncture, presented with only two stark choices.

The first was to comply with Left Chief Priest Ye Zhen's directive, obligingly stepping onto the altar to become an integral part of the Battle Spirit Sacrificial War Formation. This course of action, however, would invariably diminish his standing as the first Vice Hall Master, allowing Ye Zhen to completely eclipse him. His role as Vice Hall Master would likely become a mere title, devoid of any substantial power.

Should he obey Ye Zhen today, it would set a precedent. In future conflicts of orders between himself and Ye Zhen, the priests of the Barbarian Spirit Hall would invariably disregard him, the first Vice Hall Master, favoring the authority of Ye Zhen, the Left Chief Priest. This would signify a complete and utter defeat in the power struggle for the Barbarian Spirit Hall, a decisive blow with no chance of recovery.

What then, if he refused?

The answer was grimly simple: defiance of Ye Zhen's order meant facing the ruthless assault of the Black-Robed Ritualists once their sixty-second countdown concluded. His life would be forfeit on the spot. Even if the Black-Robed Ritualists failed to kill him instantly, Princess Changle could easily brand him a traitor post-battle, expelling him from the Barbarian Spirit Hall. In such a scenario, even the intervention of the two Grand Power Priests would be futile, as the evidence would be undeniable.

The Shadow Capture Jade Slip, held by the Sacrificial Guards behind Ye Zhen, was proof of this.

No matter which path he chose, Ba'erlong was destined to lose, with each option leading to a worse fate than the last.

Yet, Ba'erlong was not one to surrender easily. He still sought to resist, pounding his chest as he roared,

"I am the First Deputy Hall Master of the Barbarian Spirit Hall. Ye Left Chief Priest, you possess no authority whatsoever to command me!"

Princess Changle's mocking laughter followed his outburst, "Vice Master Ba, the order issued by Ye Left Chief Priest today carries the full sanction of this hall. From this Palace Master downward, all shall heed the command of Ye Left Chief Priest!"

"Law Enforcement Priests, obey my command; all actions are to align with the orders of Ye Left Chief Priest. There shall be no exceptions!" Princess Changle decreed.

In unison, over a hundred Black-Robed Ritualists bowed, their voices echoing, "We respectfully obey the Palace Master's decree!"

Subsequently, these Black-Robed Ritualists divided into two formations, commencing a slow advance towards First Deputy Hall Master Ba'erlong and Second Deputy Hall Master Ba'erhu, who had yet to join the Sacrificial Battle Formation.

Not even the gravely injured Ba'erhu was spared their menacing approach.

The relentless countdown continued, each number a chilling echo like a demon's urging.

"Seventeen!"

"Sixteen!"

....

"Back off!"

"All of you, get back!"

After shouting twice and seeing no reaction from the advancing Black-Robed Ritualists, Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna shamelessly interjected, "How dare you!"

"I wish to see who dares to act with me, the Second Grand Power Sacrifice, bearing witness today."

"Tong Daquan Priest, this is an internal matter for the Barbarian Spirit Hall. You are neither permitted nor qualified to interfere! If you intend to meddle, you must first remove me from my position as Main Hall Master!"

Princess Changle directly confronted him, standing firm against the Second Grand Power Sacrifice, Tongna, with several hundred Yin Spirits arrayed behind her, fully obstructing Tongna's path. Indeed, if the Second Grand Power Sacrifice, Tongna, had not been in the way, the Black-Robed Ritualists would have stood no chance against the Ba’erlong brothers. After all, his standing was of great importance. But now, Princess Changle had intercepted him! Once the allotted time expired, the Black-Robed Ritualists would be free to attack without reservation!

"You..." The Second Grand Power Sacrifice trembled with rage. He realized that given the present circumstances, if he did not provide assistance, the Ba’erlong brothers would face true hopelessness. As for the Seventh Grand Power Sacrifice, Tup Menn Changyin, he wished to intervene. However, the Arrow Intent from Divine Archer Yiz Lie was locked onto him so tightly that he could not even utter a word, let alone divert his focus.

"Move aside!" the Second Grand Power Sacrifice, Tongna, bellowed furiously. Layers of invisible Force Barriers erupted around him, pushing Princess Changle and her surrounding Yin Spirits away, like surging waves, towards the distance.

"General Yiz Lie, Princess Changle is the Main Hall Master of the Barbarian Spirit Hall. If she is harmed, you know what must be done, correct?" Ye Zhen suddenly inquired. On this day, Divine Archer Yiz Lie exhibited exceptional cooperation. Without the slightest hesitation, he let out a cold snort, "Understood!" The Spirit Arrow Tip atop the Giant Bow adjusted slightly, and an inexorable Arrow Intent faintly targeted the Second Grand Power Sacrifice, Tongna.

This caused the Second Grand Power Sacrifice, Tongna's, face to contort dramatically, and his actions of pushing away Princess Changle and her Yin Spirits abruptly ceased. Now, he finally grasped the sensation the Seventh Grand Power Sacrifice, Tup Menn Changyin, had been experiencing. It was an utterly vexing feeling! That sensation was akin to a needle suspended directly at the center of his forehead! It compelled him to remain constantly vigilant!

At that precise moment, the countdown voice of the Black-Robed Ritualists reached its final seconds. "Six!" "Five!" "Four!" This demonic chant, like a death knell, filled the eyes of the Ba’erlong brothers, particularly Ba’erlong, with a profound sense of despair and humiliation!