System's Super Sect Chapter 1058 - 980: The Radiance of the Sky-Shrouding Tower

As the aura of the elder surnamed Jiang surged across the land, bearing down on Wood Dragon and the others, Wen Ping, shielded by the Flying Ship, keenly felt the oppressive and fearsome presence. After all, he stands as a powerful Celestial Unrestricted master; merely releasing his aura sent shivers of dread through all. If he were to truly attack, Wen Ping reckoned Wood Dragon and his companions, even united, would stand no chance.

Previously, Wen Ping's grasp of Celestial Unrestricted was superficial. He knew they were strong, but it was only when confronted by a genuine Celestial Unrestricted expert that the sheer magnitude of their power became apparent. Invincible below Celestial Unrestricted? It sounded formidable, yet before a true master of that level, it was utterly insignificant. Just moments ago, Wen Ping witnessed the elder surnamed Jiang's casual strike against Sword Demon, a mere flick of the wrist. The elder hadn't even opened his Meridian Gate, indicating he had only lightly channeled his Vein Qi. Such a nonchalant blow, had Sword Demon not been in his invincible phase, capable of negating all attacks, would have undoubtedly shattered his combat prowess, leading swiftly to death even if he miraculously survived.

Kui Qing and the others would surely seize such an opportunity to dispatch Sword Demon.

"Unaffected?" The elder surnamed Jiang's voice echoed with renewed astonishment, mirroring his earlier surprise at Sword Demon's resilience. Under his terrifying aura, these Demon Gods of the Immortal Sect remained utterly unfazed. This was unexpected. Ordinary masters, even those considered invincible below Celestial Unrestricted, would at least be impacted, their overall 实力 significantly reduced, their movements sluggish. Even the Dragon Race, he mused, should not be exempt. He had, after all, slain numerous dragons in his time.

"Immortal Sect, Immortal Sect, you have truly presented this old man with an immense surprise. I am intensely curious, who exactly is the person standing behind you?" The elder's astonishment fueling his interest, his curiosity about the Immortal Sect intensified. He suspected that without the tutelage of a powerful Celestial Unrestricted master, such formidable individuals and Demon Gods could not have been cultivated. The elder referred to Sword Demon, while the Demon Gods were naturally Wood Dragon and his kin.

Heeding the elder surnamed Jiang's words, Wen Ping's expression remained grave. Without a moment's hesitation, he commanded, "Wood Dragon, you shall engage the Celestial Unrestricted masters from the Covering Sky Tower. Jing Wuxing, who is cornered, will be left to Black Dragon and the others to eliminate." With the spoils of victory so close, Wen Ping was determined not to let them slip away. Jing Wuxing *must* be killed.

Upon hearing Wen Ping's directive, the elder surnamed Jiang chuckled rather than grew angry. He leisurely floated out from behind the Wing Race's Demon God, positioning himself in the air to gaze down upon Wen Ping, Wood Dragon, and the others. "No need to rush; none of you will depart today. If you harbored hopes of escaping through the Curved Realm Passage, then perhaps this old man has some unfortunate news to share. The Curved Realm Passage was opened by my own hand, and naturally, I possess the means to seal it." As he uttered these words, the elder's Meridian Gate trembled.

Bang---

His left hand's Profound Meridian Gate, his right hand's Filled Meridian Gate, his chest's Gathering Spirit Meridian Gate, his feet's Frenzy Shock Meridian Gate, and his back's Refining Anomaly Meridian Gate—all five Veins opened in unison! At this juncture, Kui Qing and the rest of his associates looked on with a mixture of awe and elation. They were saved. The fleeing powerhouses from the Covering Sky Tower, along with the citizens of Mitian City, turned back, observing the unfolding scene with profound joy. "A Celestial Unrestricted master has arrived!" "Where?" "There!" "It is truly a Celestial Unrestricted master! Our Covering Sky Tower's Celestial Unrestricted master has finally appeared." "Our Covering Sky Tower's Celestial Unrestricted master has finally descended. Our Battle Division brothers did not perish in vain; their vengeance can now be sought. Immortal Sect, it is now your turn to bleed!" "Everyone, why do you continue to flee? Let us witness here how our Covering Sky Tower's elder slaughters these chickens and dogs of the Immortal Sect. Is this not exhilarating! Damn it, did you truly believe our Covering Sky Tower lacked formidable individuals? Did you genuinely presume our Covering Sky Tower's realm could be entered and exited at will?"

Amidst the surge of adrenaline, those who had been focused on fleeing the chaotic battlefield ceased their movements one after another. They turned back, their gazes fixed on the sky, directed towards Elder Jiang, their eyes burning with intensity as they stared at the fifth Meridian Gate displayed on his back!

Having been overwhelmed by fear and oppression moments before, they were now equally electrified with excitement and elation.

Covering Sky Tower had always been their bastion of faith. When the Immortal Sect threatened to shatter this very faith, plunging them into despair, a savior had unexpectedly emerged to defend it. This profound relief was something those without such unwavering belief could scarcely comprehend.

Consequently, they all halted their escape, standing by to witness the unfolding events, completely forgetting the imminent peril of annihilation should the battle's destructive wave reach them.

Concurrently, at the very instant Elder Jiang unveiled his Meridian Gate, tendrils of scarlet Vein Qi erupted from it, soaring towards the passage known as the Curved Realm Passage. The once wide-open entrance of this passage began to contract with the influx of the scarlet Vein Qi, sealing itself shut entirely within the span of two breaths. Thus, the sole egress from the Covering Sky Tower's domain vanished for the time being.

Elder Jiang calmly observed the sealing of the Curved Realm Passage. He then turned his attention to the approaching Wood Dragon, a faint smile gracing his lips. "It has been over three centuries since the last dragon was slain. I had presumed the internal conflicts within the Demon Race long ago had led to the Dragon Race's extinction. To encounter three of you today is unexpected; a pity that your strength is so lacking."

As he spoke, Elder Jiang gave a shake of his head, an expression of evident disappointment settling upon him.

After his contemplative shake, he slowly elevated his right hand, extending his index finger towards the Wood Dragon's head. His Meridian Gate then vibrated intensely, unleashing a stream of fire.

However, as this fiery stream traversed ten zhang, then one hundred zhang, its initial simplicity completely dissipated. It was supplanted by an intensely sharp killing intent. This intent converged to a single point, focusing at the tip of the fire stream. It was not a pervasive, overwhelming force, but rather a concentrated, more terrifying kind of destructive aura.

"This single strike, a mere Celestial Unrestricted technique, is sufficient to obliterate any being beneath the Celestial Unrestricted realm. Wood Dragon, can you withstand it?"

Elder Jiang let out a soft scoff, his gaze fixed on the diminishing distance between the fiery projectile and the Wood Dragon.

But at this critical juncture, Jing Wuxing's piercing shriek resounded first.

The Dark Stream Annihilation manifested as wisps of black smoke, pouring out from Jing Wuxing's body. Simultaneously, a colossal Black Scythe descended, cleaving Jing Wuxing's form in two.

From head to tail, the Dark Stream Annihilation bisected him directly!

Blood sprayed across the heavens, transforming into a crimson rain.

In his final moments, Jing Wuxing desperately looked towards Elder Jiang, a plea forming on his lips, "Elder Jiang, save... me..."