Battle Through The Heavens : I Am The Thunder Emperor

Chapter 205: The Sky-Devouring Python, Ling Ying Appears

As soon as Hai Bodong's name was mentioned, the faces of Fa Ma, Jia Xing Tian, and the Yun Lan Sect elders changed instantly. Ordinary Yun Lan Sect disciples might have forgotten the prestige of this former top ten powerhouse in the empire, but for these influential figures, the name of the Ice Emperor was still as well-known as thunder.

Compared to the surprise of Fa Ma and the others, the faces of Yun Leng and the other elders darkened significantly. The name of the Ice Emperor was something even the Yun Lan Sect had to treat with caution.

"Sigh, you two sure know how to get this old man into trouble..." Hai Bodong turned to look at the two young men behind him, smiling wryly.

"The Yun Lan Sect's shamelessness isn't our fault," Xiao Yan said with a helpless shrug.

"Thank you, Brother Hai, for stepping in to help," Mo Yu said, cupping his hands in gratitude. He understood that Hai Bodong's intervention was likely because Xiao Yan had promised to refine the Purple Spirit Recovery Pill for him, but he still appreciated the gesture.

"Well, it's come to this, so I'd better get you two out of here first. The Yun Lan Sect is not a force I can provoke," Hai Bodong said in a low voice.

Hearing this, Mo Yu and Xiao Yan nodded. Hai Bodong had already done more than enough by stepping in; they couldn't expect him to risk his life for them. While Mo Yu believed that with his current abilities, he didn't have much to fear from the Yun Lan Sect, avoiding unnecessary trouble was preferable. They had already delivered a strong warning to the Yun Lan Sect; now, they just needed to leave safely.

Of course, if things became unavoidable, Mo Yu wouldn't hesitate to teach the Yun Lan Sect a harsh lesson.

"Hai Bodong, I didn't expect you to meddle in our Yun Lan Sect's affairs," Yun Leng said, his expression darkening.

"Sigh, I have my own difficulties. Besides, the Yun Lan Sect has indeed handled this situation poorly..." Hai Bodong sighed, shaking his head with a hint of disdain.

Yun Leng's face darkened even more. What had happened today would indeed cause a lot of gossip if it spread, and it could damage the Yun Lan Sect's reputation. But Hai Bodong's blunt words left Yun Leng feeling both ashamed and angry.

"In that case, don't blame me for not showing you respect, Ice Emperor. Yun Li, the three of you, hold him off! Yun Lan Sect's enforcers, assemble the Yun Lan Mist Formation!" Yun Leng's shout echoed, and the three elders in the sky immediately moved into position, forming a semicircle around Hai Bodong, locking him down tightly.

Outside the square, nearly a hundred enforcers of the Yun Lan Sect, stationed in the giant trees, responded with a unified shout. Powerful Dou Qi erupted from their bodies, and streams of white, mist-like energy poured out like waterfalls. In just a few moments, these energies formed a bowl-shaped barrier that enveloped the entire square.

"You two back off and stay alert. Give me ten minutes!" Hai Bodong waved his hand, a gentle force pushing Mo Yu and Xiao Yan out of the combat zone as he spoke in a deep voice.

The three elders didn't dare underestimate the former Ice Emperor. Their Dou Qi surged within them, merging into an impenetrable defense.

"Hmph, do you think you can leave? No matter why Hai Bodong is protecting you, the Yun Lan Sect's strength is beyond your imagination," Yun Leng sneered coldly as he watched Mo Yu and Xiao Yan retreat.

With a swift step, Yun Leng's speed surged, and in an instant, he was upon Mo Yu and Xiao Yan. His clawed hands, moving like lightning, slashed through the air, aiming directly at the two of them.

All eyes in the square were fixed on the place where the three figures stood.

"It looks like it's over. Even with Hai Bodong, it's unlikely that the Xiao Clan's Twin Dragons can escape the Yun Lan Sect," Jia Xing Tian clicked his tongue and sighed.

Fa Ma nodded slightly, but before he could speak, his expression changed drastically. His eyes snapped to Mo Yu's position. "Something's not right! There's something there!"

At that moment, a dramatic change occurred in the battle!

Just as Yun Leng was about to capture the Xiao Clan's Twin Dragons, a cold smile appeared on Mo Yu's lips. His sleeve shook, and a massive shadow shot out.

A rainbow-colored shadow struck Yun Leng's clawed hand with such force that it caused a sharp sonic boom in the air.

Yun Leng's face turned red, and a muffled grunt escaped his throat as his body was sent flying like a ball, quickly retreating.

"Boy, what is that thing hidden in your sleeve?!" Yun Leng shouted as he finally dissipated the force that had shaken his hand. His slightly trembling hand and darkened expression were fixed on Mo Yu in the distance.

The sight of Yun Leng being knocked back caused a wave of exclamations among the crowd. The Yun Lan Sect's grand elder couldn't handle a young man? What kind of monster was Mo Yu? Beating Yun Lan was one thing, but could Yun Leng also be no match for him?

Whispers of shock and disbelief spread among the various factions and Yun Lan Sect disciples.

Xiao Yan, seeing the rainbow-colored shadow, had a moment of realization, his dark eyes flashing with understanding.

In the center of the square, hearing Yun Leng's words, Mo Yu smiled slightly, no longer hiding the truth. He revealed a dazzling, exotic seven-colored snake in his hand.

"So, it's a fifth-tier magical beast. I didn't expect you to have such a trump card..." Yun Leng muttered, feeling the power of the seven-colored snake. He twisted his wrist, which still tingled from the force, and his expression grew even darker.

"A fifth-tier magical beast? You could say that..." Mo Yu gently stroked the seven-colored snake. The Queen Medusa hadn't fully awakened yet, so her power was around the Dou Wang level, but for now, it was enough.

"Little one, would you help me defeat him?" Mo Yu asked calmly, pointing at Yun Leng as if he were simply dealing with a minor nuisance.

The seven-colored Heaven-Swallowing Python blinked, considering the request. Compared to Xiao Yan, Mo Yu's aura, carrying the scent of Snake Elder, resonated more with it.

After a moment of thought, the Heaven-Swallowing Python obediently nodded, its tail swaying as it turned to face Yun Leng.

Suddenly, the snake's body glowed with a brilliant seven-colored light, and as the light intensified, the Heaven-Swallowing Python's body began to expand rapidly, like a balloon being inflated.

Before the stunned eyes of the onlookers, the once one-foot-long Heaven-Swallowing Python grew into a massive creature, over thirty feet long.

Suspended in mid-air, the seven-colored giant snake's scales shimmered with light. If it had claws, it would have looked just like a living dragon.

The sudden transformation of the Seven-Colored Heaven-Swallowing Python into such a massive form made Yun Leng gasp in shock. He couldn't help but shout, "All Yun Lan Sect enforcers, do whatever it takes to capture Mo Yu first!"

To catch the ringleader, first, seize the culprit. Since this magical beast was released by Mo Yu, they needed to capture him first!

Xiao Yan, seeing the obedient and compliant Heaven-Swallowing Python, was also a bit surprised. He remembered how much trouble he had gone through to tame the Seven-Colored Heaven-Swallowing Python. Even now, he often had to deal with the threats of Queen Medusa awakening, keeping him constantly on edge.

But looking at how Mo Yu effortlessly controlled the Heaven-Swallowing Python, Xiao Yan couldn't help but guess that his cousin might have established a good relationship with Queen Medusa as well. Xiao Yan felt a bit envious—having someone as powerful as Queen Medusa, who could potentially become a Dou Zong powerhouse, as a protector was something anyone would envy.

However, envy aside, Xiao Yan had no thoughts of trading places. After all, not everyone could tame Queen Medusa. What was a hero to some was a ticking time bomb to others. At the time, the Heaven-Swallowing Python was just that—a dangerous, unpredictable force.

Back in the battle, the immense pressure in the air suddenly intensified. Yun Leng extended his hands, and a massive gray-white energy sword, about ten feet long, materialized from his palms. With a flap of his wings, his body sliced through the air, leaving a long trail in the sky!

As Yun Leng moved, the Heaven-Swallowing Python suddenly raised its head and let out a piercing hiss. The terrifying speed displayed by its enormous body shocked everyone watching!

In an instant, man and beast collided in mid-air under the gaze of all onlookers.

The moment they clashed, a thunderous boom echoed across the sky, causing some of the people below to cover their ears, their faces filled with shock as they watched the point of impact.

As soon as Yun Leng and the Heaven-Swallowing Python made contact, they engaged in a fierce close-quarters battle. Yun Leng wielded his massive sword, which moved with the force of a boulder, producing sharp whistling sounds as it sliced through the air. His agility allowed him to target the python's vulnerable spots like its eyes and nose.

However, despite Yun Leng's swift movements, the Heaven-Swallowing Python was not slow either. Its massive body did not hinder its speed; instead, it granted the snake immense strength. Its tail lashed out with such force that it seemed to shatter the very air, creating sonic booms that left pockets of vacuum in the atmosphere.

In the sky, these two figures, vastly different in size, engaged in a dazzling and intense battle.

Though Yun Leng was clearly more powerful than the three elders, the Heaven-Swallowing Python was also immensely strong. For the moment, the battle was evenly matched, with neither side gaining the upper hand.

Seeing this, several Yun Lan Sect elders and enforcers, following Yun Leng's orders, moved to attack the Xiao Clan's Twin Dragons.

Unfortunately for them, these elders were only Dou Ling-level, like Yun Lan. With his powerful soul force, Mo Yu was able to hold off four elders simultaneously.

As for the enforcers targeting Xiao Yan, despite Xiao Yan having just reached the level of a Dou Shi, his powerful Dou Techniques and the Green Lotus Core Flame kept more than a dozen enforcers at bay.

For a while, the battlefield remained in a stalemate, with the Yun Lan Sect unable to gain the upper hand.

Witnessing this, everyone watching was astonished. Could the Xiao Clan's Twin Dragons really stand against a giant like the Yun Lan Sect?

Seeing this, Yun Leng's face darkened. If they couldn't take down just two young men from the Xiao Clan despite sending so many forces, then he might as well resign as the Yun Lan Sect's Grand Elder!

With a furious wave of his hand, Yun Leng pushed the Heaven-Swallowing Python back and shouted to the Yun Lan Sect disciples and elders below.

"All Yun Lan Sect members, listen up!"

"Activate the Sect's Guardian Formation, the Cloud Covering Sun Formation!"

At Yun Leng's commanding shout, the disciples and elders of the Yun Lan Sect hesitated for a moment, then responded in unison. They closed their eyes, and moments later, wisps of white energy began to rise from their heads.

The continuous flow of white mist-like energy ascended into the sky, eventually covering the entire sky. It looked as if they were in a sea of clouds, with Yun Leng standing at the center of it.

At the center of this cloud sea, the energy rapidly converged. Moments later, a white, spiral energy sphere, about ten feet in diameter, solidified in front of Yun Leng.

"Take this!"

Raising his right palm slowly, Yun Leng controlled the white spiral sphere. A ruthless glint flashed in his eyes, and with a fierce wave of his sleeve, the spiral sphere shot toward Mo Yu with terrifying speed.

"Mo Yu, watch out!" Hai Bodong, who had sensed the formation the moment it was activated, shouted urgently as he saw the energy sphere shooting toward Mo Yu. Even he would be wary of such power.

Xiao Yan's face also changed, but although he wanted to help Mo Yu defend against the attack, he was tied down by the enforcers and couldn't break free.

"Too late!" Yun Leng laughed maniacally as he waved his sleeve. The spiral sphere flashed toward Mo Yu, carrying with it a terrifying force.

As the energy sphere rapidly approached, Mo Yu's expression remained unchanged. He glanced at the Heaven-Swallowing Python rushing to protect him and shook his head slightly.

With the current power of the Heaven-Swallowing Python, attempting to block the energy sphere would result in severe injury.

Of course, Mo Yu didn't believe he could block it himself either, and he wasn't ready to use the power of the Snake Elder just yet.

Just when everyone thought Mo Yu was doomed, the young man smiled faintly and shouted toward an empty part of the sky.

"Old Ling, it's time for you to step in!"

Hearing Mo Yu's shout, everyone was baffled. Was the Xiao Clan's Dragon losing his mind in the face of death, talking to thin air?

But as the crowd puzzled over this, a soft sigh suddenly echoed in the sky. Though the voice wasn't loud, it carried a powerful presence that resonated with everyone.

As the ancient sigh echoed, a shadow suddenly emerged, covering the sky.

The vast sky darkened, the shadow blocking out the sun, leaving the area below in darkness.

As darkness enveloped the sky, the black veil surged, and a flood of dark energy burst forth, intertwining and rushing toward the incoming spiral sphere.

Black and white, two contrasting energies, both filled with immense power, collided under the watchful eyes of those below.

In an instant, a thunderous explosion resounded through the sky, followed by a massive wave of energy that swept across the battlefield.

After the spiral sphere was neutralized, a voice rang out across the battlefield.

"Young Master Mo Yu, you're going to make these old bones fall apart…"

(End of Chapter)

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