Chapter 1109: Two Heavenly Sovereigns Battle

The moment Li Fan saw the naked, black-skinned figure with black hair, he almost instantly confirmed his identity as the mysteriously vanished Dongji Heavenly Venerate.

Yet, how could one not feel profound fear upon seeing a venerable Longevity Heavenly Venerate reduced to a mere puppet? "No wonder almost no information about Dongji could be found. Not even through Mo Rubing, who possessed the Dharma Preacher and inherited all his memories, nor through the Sky Profound Mirror, could any details be uncovered."

"It also explains why, when the Heavenly Venerate made his move, all cultivators from the Myriad Immortals Alliance immediately withdrew. Such a secret was simply too terrifying. Had they stayed, they would likely have been silenced."

Despite being controlled, Dongji seemed to retain his primal instincts.

Facing the crimson flames unleashed by Tianyang, an opponent of equal Longevity Realm power, Dongji's long hair suddenly elongated, transforming into dark beasts that extinguished the fire. Tianyang didn't hesitate; with a ripple in space, he instantly appeared beside Dongji. Before Tianyang's towering form, Dongji appeared as insignificant as an ant. Even if he wished to assist, he was utterly powerless.

The Holy Embryo Tianyang, meanwhile, remained utterly calm, making precise judgments.

Tianyang frowned deeply: "Although Li Fan possessed Longevity Realm-level power, it was artificially enhanced by essence energy and lacked the true divine abilities of a genuine Longevity Realm cultivator. He could easily overwhelm Harmonization Realm cultivators, but against a true Longevity Venerate... Even amidst the struggle of two True Immortals, the controller might still be capable of overwhelming the Myriad Immortals Alliance."

The complete annihilation of the Spirit Wood Realm highlighted the immense disparity in combat power. The crimson flames burning around Tianyang's body were intense enough to warp the surrounding space, yet Dongji remained utterly unaffected. A hint of despair flickered in the eyes of Tianyang, who recognized Dongji as an old acquaintance. "Is this why the Dharma Preacher was so ruthless towards Dongji?"

Even before approaching the two combatants, spiritual energy boiled and breathing became chaotic due to the battle's immense aftershocks. He then shifted his attack, targeting the myriad invisible threads in front of Dongji. Surprisingly, the countless white-haired monsters that had been reduced to ash now reappeared from the flames.

"It seems my plan for world annihilation will have to be delayed for a while longer in this lifetime."

In the Nether Prison, after listening for a considerable time, Tianyang finally understood. The newcomer appeared utterly wretched, disheveled, with dried blood streaking his face. He simply grunted, then cursed under his breath, venting his hatred towards the Wuxiu School.

The countless white hairs that had branched off Dongji also ignited, the flames spreading towards his main body. The inhabitants of the Spirit Wood Realm were utterly incapable of intervening in the battle between Tianyang and Dongji.

As Tianyang reviewed his experiences in this lifetime, he prepared for his ultimate plan, sensing that the Holy Embryo had completely lost connection. His constant companion, Dao Xuanzi, was inexplicably absent from this place. Despite Li Fan's crimson flames repeatedly burning them, the white-haired monsters always revived, an unchangeable fact.

"Fortunately, time passes very slowly here in the Nether Prison."

Even under escort, Kou Hong remained unyielding. His complicated mood finally slowly settled.

The faces of those present were grim. "To be able to manipulate even a formidable Longevity Realm expert to such an extent..."

"Is this the principle Dongji defied?"

"Hmm, indeed, that possibility cannot be ruled out."

His lips slightly parted, and he seemed to utter something. Instantly, a large section of Tianyang's body unexpectedly deflated. The puppet's body violently swayed uncontrollably, attempting to uncover information about its hidden controller. "Not only forgotten by the world, but forced to live a life worse than death, becoming the Xuanhuang Realm's ultimate trump card—a puppet." Tianyang shook his head slightly.

He seemed to exist independently of space itself. "He can no longer be assessed using the Longevity Realm standard."

The arrival of a new prisoner in the Nether Prison woke Tianyang from his seclusion.

Even with everyone combining their strength, amplified by Tianyang's array, they remained ineffective. Tianyang let out a roar, and his body instantly reverted to its original form. Even the transformed white hairs couldn't be thoroughly damaged, let alone Dongji's true body.

If Dongji had fully achieved his Dao, it was highly probable he could directly reverse the rules established by the Myriad Immortals Alliance's Dharma Preaching. Just then, Dongji's pitch-black eyes shifted slightly, then burst into countless sparks, scattering and surging towards the white-haired Dongji. "Initially, I had set an infinitely high expectation for the Dharma Preacher's strength. But now, it appears their power is even more terrifying than I had imagined."

It was futile. Li Fan let out another roar of resentment.

Unfortunately, the power of those invisible threads was clearly superior even to Dongji, the Longevity Heavenly Venerate. Although Li Fan roared with resentment, how could he truly probe the depths of such power?

"His name is within the Myriad Immortals Alliance..."

Time passed, and he knew not how long.

"And Dongji Heavenly Venerate doesn't seem to be weak. The oppressive feeling he gives me is even stronger than that from Senior Sister Zhao."

After pondering, he vaguely recalled something: "Reversing the principles of development and change?"

"Is that the Longevity Realm?"

Such close and detailed observation suggested that the conclusions drawn were highly accurate. Li Fan, who was gradually losing ground, received a timely insight, especially when the white-haired monsters regenerated from the flames. Given Tianyang's numerous experiences peering into the Heavenly Dao, his acute perception of the principles of heaven and earth was virtually unparalleled among Harmonization Realm cultivators.

"He is simply no match." Tianyang secretly shook his head.

"Although Li Fan had managed to hold on for a while, his defeat was predetermined."

Both arms were severed, and only one eye remained. "It seems there's no escape. However, being able to witness the Xuanhuang Realm's most deeply hidden secret is definitely worth it."

What concerned Tianyang most was the hidden information behind it all. His true body, usually so unperturbed, couldn't help but feel a sudden heaviness. "To be able to create a Pure Body Spirit Pool for mortals, Dongji was probably a unique individual, perhaps similar to Mr. Bai. It's just a pity that such is the fate of the powerful, but it will never be *my* destiny. It's unclear who is manipulating Dongji from behind. Is it Dharma Preacher Jiang? Or Emperor San Mo?"

"The Dharma Preacher Heavenly Venerate."