Chapter 717 - 716: Star Power

Chapter 717: Chapter 716: Star Power

When the Great Elder saw Yi Tianyun’s formidable strength, he wasn’t overly impressed. He acknowledged that it was decent, but not to an absurd degree. All of this was still within his control, not far beyond what he had anticipated.

He immediately drew a great axe. It was covered in dense Divine Runes, but its most striking feature was its perfect arc, which traced the curve of a full moon. Specks of starlight were etched upon its surface, making it seem as if an entire night sky was engraved on the axe.

Everyone could sense the vast Star Power emanating from it, making them feel utterly insignificant in comparison.

"The Star God Axe! The Great Elder is finally using it! I haven’t seen him wield it in so long. Every time he brings it out, he slays any enemy in his path!"

"That’s right! I’ve seen the Great Elder use it before. With a single swing, he split an entire mountain in two, leaving a chasm a kilometer deep. It’s terrifying just to think about."

"That kid is strong, but the Great Elder is stronger. Even if the elders’ moral character is questionable, you can’t deny their power. If the Sealing Heaven Divine Kingdom didn’t have them, how would we fend off foreign enemies?"

The disciples stared intently at the Great Elder’s Star God Axe, then glanced at the longsword in Yi Tianyun’s hand. The two weapons weren’t in the same league. Although both were weapons, the might of the Star God Axe was clearly superior.

Yi Tianyun noticed this as well. Judging by the materials, the Star God Axe was indeed superior. Although both were of the same grade—Low-Grade Divine Artifacts—the Star God Axe outclassed the Evil Spirit Divine Sword in every respect.

’However, that’s just based on its power alone. If it’s part of a complete set, it can overwhelm anything in existence.’

"Divine King Bloodline Power?" Yi Tianyun asked with a hint of curiosity. "Oh? Then by all means, show me. Let’s see just how strong this Divine King Bloodline you all revere so much truly is!"

The Sealing Heaven Divine Kingdom was extremely strict about Bloodlines, simply because they wanted their descendants to inherit a stronger Bloodline. However, as generations passed, the Bloodline was bound to be diluted. This was unavoidable. All they could do was slow the dilution, which was why they forced their people to marry within the clan and forbid unions with outsiders.

Unless a person’s own Bloodline was already hopelessly weak, the clan would never allow them to marry an outsider.

"My boy, don’t let him activate his Bloodline! Stop him now!" Yi Yuanlong urgently called out from the side.

"Grandfather, don’t worry," Yi Tianyun said calmly. "Unless the Sealing Heaven Divine King himself descends, no Bloodline is a threat to me. For now, I just want to see how powerful this Bloodline you all praise so highly really is!"

’Arrogant and ignorant!’

This was the judgment that formed in everyone’s minds. They felt Yi Tianyun was being far too brazen and arrogant. He thought he was invincible, that defeating the Third Elder meant he could now look down on everyone.

"This kid is so arrogant! Does he think that just because he beat the Third Elder, he can easily defeat the Great Elder?"

"Heh, I bet that kid will regret this. How dare he look down on our Bloodline!"

"He’s just too young and reckless. And utterly ignorant about Bloodlines. We possess the Bloodline of the Sealing Heaven Divine King himself!"

Every one of them had originally remained neutral; after all, the Great Elder and his faction’s actions were truly repulsive. But now, they were all siding with the Great Elder. Yi Tianyun’s tone held obvious contempt for the Divine King Bloodline, and that was enough to enrage them.

"Kid, I have to admit, you’ve got some skill. If you were given more time, I truly might not be able to handle you. But right now, this world doesn’t belong to you yet!"

The Great Elder had already finished gathering his power. With a powerful motion, BOOM! The stars on the Star God Axe lit up one by one. His power surged with each new star. After seven stars ignited in succession, the Star God Axe became blindingly brilliant. It was as if he wasn’t holding an axe, but a dazzling star!

Immediately after, a terrifying and majestic power erupted from his body, instantly materializing into a vast galaxy behind him.

"Star Power!"

The Great Elder’s aura exploded outward. Star Power from the heavens rapidly descended and enveloped him, frantically amplifying his strength. The Bloodline Power in his body surged, allowing him to draw upon the power of the vast, endless cosmos!

This was the power of the Divine King Bloodline. A Divine King didn’t just focus on being a Soul Cultivator; they paid even more attention to their connection with the stars. Once they could harness the power from within the stars, their own strength would increase dramatically.

The Evil Spirit Bloodline was about greatly enhancing one’s own strength, an eruption from within. The Great Elder, however, borrowed from the Power of Heaven and Earth—specifically, Star Power. He was drawing down the very power of the stars themselves!

The name ’Sealing Heaven Divine King’ wasn’t just for show; it meant literally sealing the heavens and claiming them as one’s own. As long as one possessed the Divine King Bloodline, they could command this Star Power from anywhere under the starry sky. This was the Sealing Heaven Divine Kingdom’s greatest asset!

This Star Power existed throughout the Three Realms, so even outside the Celestial Realm, its might was still astonishing.

Under the frenzied empowerment of the Star Power, the Great Elder’s Combat Power skyrocketed, instantly soaring past four or five billion and still climbing rapidly. This level of power was far beyond the peak of the Spirit King Stage, reaching the equivalent of the second or third layer of the Saint King Stage.

It was unexpected that the Star Power could allow his strength to explode to such a degree, far surpassing most other abilities.

"A little interesting. No wonder they revere it so much—drawing upon Star Power. Truly worthy of the Sealing Heaven Divine King’s power, the power to command the entire world..." Yi Tianyun smiled faintly, but his expression was one of nonchalance.

’There’s no denying this power is strong, but to me, it’s still far too ordinary. I’m not underestimating it, though. If his Bloodline were purer and his cultivation stronger, he could definitely attract even greater Star Power. Fighting someone four or five layers above his own stage probably wouldn’t even be an issue!’

"It’s over..." Yi Yuanlong’s face sank. The Great Elder had fully unleashed his power, and it was too late to stop him. Once that power was unleashed, his opponent was sure to die.

Jiao Linghe’s heart leaped into her throat. Shi Xueyun gently patted her hand and said with a faint smile, "Have faith in Tianyun..."

"Mm..." Jiao Linghe nodded, but that didn’t mean she was truly relieved.

’Kid, I wonder if you can withstand this,’ Su Kaifeng’s eyes flickered. He was more optimistic about Yi Tianyun than the Great Elder. If Yi Tianyun’s Potential surpassed the Great Elder’s, then everything would change.

Yi Tianyun walked toward the Great Elder step by step, casually holding the Evil Spirit Divine Sword. "Is this the extent of your ability?" he asked nonchalantly. "Can you get any stronger?"

His attitude remained indifferent, so casual that the crowd was stunned. Was he just bluffing, or did he truly have the ability to back it up?