Chapter 597 - 596: Bloodthirsty Demon Technique

Chapter 597: Chapter 596: Bloodthirsty Demon Technique

The Supreme Ancestor’s power was tyrannical, but the power Yi Tianyun displayed was even more so. A gigantic, sky-blotting palm descended from the heavens, slamming the Desert Golden Dragon into the ground.

All the coalesced sand was blasted apart, instantly engulfing the area in a sandstorm that blotted out the sky and plunged everything into darkness. Nothing could be seen.

Everyone in the Celestial Dragon Imperial City was affected by the terrifying shockwave. Those slightly closer were sent flying by a great gust of wind—be it houses or people, all were blown away.

Those a bit farther away still felt the earth shake and the mountains sway. The sky was veiled by a layer of sand, turning it pitch black, as if it were the end of the world.

"What in the world just happened...?"

All eyes were fixed on the area ahead. No one knew the outcome. They had only seen Yi Tianyun viciously slam a giant palm down, pinning their Supreme Ancestor to the ground.

They didn’t know if their Supreme Ancestor had truly lost, but deep down, they had already accepted it. They admitted that Yi Tianyun had won! That palm was simply too terrifying. Its tyrannical power was unstoppable. Had they been the ones beneath it, they would have been smashed into a pulp long ago.

They never imagined that someone other than their Supreme Ancestor could possess such dreadful power.

But they refused to accept this outcome. They believed their Supreme Ancestor was fine and could still fight! Perhaps he could even launch a counterattack and save the entire World Dragon Empire.

When the dust and sand finally settled, the crowd could at last see the situation ahead.

A massive handprint was imprinted on the ground, as if a Giant had just pressed its palm down, leaving a mold. The terrifying power made everyone gasp. This was truly the power to destroy heaven and earth with a wave of a hand!

As they searched for the Supreme Ancestor’s figure, a silhouette staggered to its feet. The crowd saw that the one standing was none other than their Supreme Ancestor.

"The Supreme Ancestor is fine! He’s fine!"

They began to cheer. As long as their Supreme Ancestor was alive, there was hope for the World Dragon Empire. But when they got a clearer look, they saw that he had aged terribly. He had clearly reached his limit; after using his strongest killing move, he had virtually exhausted his lifespan.

He now looked like a dying old man who could perish at any moment.

The sight was like a hand squeezing their throats, choking back their cheers. He was in this state; how could he possibly have the strength to fight? Just being alive was useless!

"You... why is your power so immense? Have you already reached the second or third layer of the Saint King Stage...?" The Supreme Ancestor’s eyes filled with terror. This was a complete rout. Without even needing a weapon, his opponent could crush him. How could he not be terrified?

Yi Tianyun had no weapon, but the power boost from his collection of accessories was heaven-defyingly strong, already surpassing the benefits a weapon would provide. If he had used a weapon, this Supreme Ancestor would have likely been cut down by him long ago.

"Still standing?" Yi Tianyun narrowed his eyes. He had thought one punch would be enough to kill his opponent instantly, but the man had managed to endure it. He was somewhat tough after all.

However, he knew why the man survived. The necklace on the ground, now shattered to dust, was the best proof. It was a Protective Treasure, a Treasure capable of blocking an attack.

Without that item, he probably would have been blown to pieces by that single punch, just like the former emperor Chen Xuan and the others—killed in an instant.

"But this is where it ends. It’s over!" Yi Tianyun’s gaze turned cold. He showed no mercy to the old man. He might look like a kind elder, but in reality, he was ruthless and cruel.

Letting him go would be like releasing a tiger back into the mountains.

He immediately threw a punch. A Qi Dragon twisted through the air, roaring as it shot forward. Just as it was about to strike the Supreme Ancestor, the old man crushed a Jade Pendant in his hand and transformed into a streak of light, fleeing toward the Celestial Dragon Imperial City.

His speed was a fraction faster than Yi Tianyun’s attack, allowing him to escape.

’A Heaven-escaping Divine Talisman?’ Yi Tianyun was momentarily stunned. ’This Supreme Ancestor really has a lot of Treasures. He even has something as Rare as a Heaven-escaping Divine Talisman.’

A Heaven-escaping Divine Talisman could instantly multiply one’s speed several times over. It was an excellent tool for escaping, but its effect didn’t last long and would soon fade.

"Trying to escape?"

With a stamp of his foot, Yi Tianyun gave chase at an even faster speed. He wouldn’t show mercy. Those who needed to be killed would be killed.

"Stop... stop him! Save the Supreme Ancestor!"

At that moment, guards rushed forward to intercept him. Even knowing they were no match, they still tried to save the Supreme Ancestor. Their loyalty was commendable, but Yi Tianyun would not hold back. Block his path, and die!

"Get lost!" Yi Tianyun’s eyes went cold. With a flick of his wrist, a blade of qi shot out. The charging guards were instantly blasted into a bloody mist, easily killed.

As the Supreme Ancestor flew back, he let out a great roar. In that instant, the entire World Dragon Imperial City lit up. All the great arrays on the ground activated, causing many Cultivators to cry out in alarm.

"The Supreme Ancestor has another trump card! He can still fight!"

"I knew the Supreme Ancestor wouldn’t give up so easily! He’s sure to win this time!"

"The Supreme Ancestor is invincible! The Supreme Ancestor is invincible!"

They shouted madly, still believing the World Dragon Empire was unbeatable and unwilling to lose to a newly established Empire.

A moment later, they could no longer shout. The Divine Rune Array on the ground had frozen them in place. A terrifying force began to relentlessly drain the Blood Qi from their bodies. This wasn’t just happening to a small group—everyone within the Imperial City was having their Essence Blood frantically drained!

In an instant, the entire World Dragon Imperial City was shrouded in a red glow. Blood Qi was continuously extracted and surged into the Supreme Ancestor’s body, beginning to drastically enhance his power.

Bathed in the dense Blood Qi, he began to rapidly return to a youthful state, a look of intoxication spreading across his face.

"This is the feeling... I can finally use this great array..."

The Supreme Ancestor’s spiritual state recovered significantly. He then opened his mouth and roared at the Cultivators before him. The force of the roar turned them into a cloud of bloody mist that swirled toward him, pouring into his mouth to replenish his Blood Qi!

’Bloodthirsty Demon Technique!’

Yi Tianyun, who had just caught up, narrowed his eyes. He had previously detected that the Supreme Ancestor possessed this Absolute Skill, but he hadn’t known what it was. ’So, it was the power to absorb others’ Essence Blood for his own use!’

For a moment, the World Dragon Imperial City was filled with wails and shrieks. Those who could still move scrambled to escape; those who couldn’t could only wait for death. Many stared at him with terrified eyes. At this rate, they were all going to die.

"Sup... Supreme Ancestor, what are you doing? If this continues, we’ll die..."

"Wh-what is this evil Martial Arts? Is he trying to drain everyone’s Essence Blood...?"

They trembled, their hearts filled with the terror of facing death.

"Die? Weren’t you all supposed to be loyal to me? Now is your chance! I’ve sheltered you for so long; this is your opportunity to show your loyalty!" The Supreme Ancestor’s eyes were crimson, his Blood Qi surging wildly. He no longer looked like an old man with one foot in the grave, but had transformed into a man in his prime!