Chapter 1435: Reigning Over the Black City

The two mighty figures stood rooted to the spot like wooden stakes, truly dumbfounded. The city... was gone. Black Capital had been snatched away by some scoundrel, and they had no idea who.

This was too brutal and crude. How could the major dark organizations possibly cope with such a disgrace?

Chu Feng, of course, paid them no mind. He had already vanished with Black Capital, traversing tens of thousands of miles to leave the region.

He was still within Dark Province, unable to instantly cross into another. Traveling dozens of provinces away was simply out of the question.

This wasn't merely teleporting a few individuals. Establishing a massive domain to encompass an entire city consumed an immense amount of energy. Had Chu Feng not raided Empyrean Taiwu's lair, he would never have been able to afford it.

It was his first time transporting an entire section of buildings across the void, a feat that showcased his terrifying mastery in the field of domains, as no issues arose during the transit.

Black Capital landed smoothly in a desolate wasteland—a vast, barren expanse devoid of any human presence.

This barren land, with its identical soil, was no different from Black Capital's original environment within Dark Province, as it hadn't been transported many tens of thousands of miles away.

Consequently, once the city settled and the divine light vanished, many inhabitants of Black Capital didn't realize what had happened, mistakenly believing it was just an earthquake and that they were still in their original location.

In truth, few would consider such an outlandish idea—transporting an entire city across the cosmos was simply too preposterous.

"What's going on?" a young God King asked, his face full of suspicion. "An earthquake in Black Capital?"

Many were filled with uncertainty. Had someone attacked the city? It didn't seem like it; perhaps it was due to mighty figures cultivating deep underground.

Ninety percent of the populace wouldn't even consider that the entire city had been moved. Who would be insane enough to steal a whole city?!

Only a few observant individuals, gazing at the distant, lifeless land, felt a strong sense of suspicion. Though it was similarly boundless and barren, there were subtle differences.

The hearts of those few churned within them. This was simply... terrifying. The city had been uprooted and moved from its original location?

Who could it be? This was utterly terrifying. How immense must their divine power be to dare target the major underground dark forces, possessing such strength that even Empyreans couldn't react and were confined here?

As for the young dark assassins and disciples of the hunting organizations, ninety-nine percent of them had no idea what was happening and hadn't reacted at all.

"Elder Hu," a young man in silver robes said from within a palace, "everything has been discussed. Those conditions are not an issue. Please find Chu Feng as soon as possible."

This conversation was taking place within the Western Heaven Organization's external affairs department.

Many external representatives and mysterious figures negotiating with the dark hunting organizations had barely noticed the truth, with some remaining remarkably calm.

In their view, Black Capital was the underworld's facade, its window to the outside; who would dare cause trouble here? Even if there had been an earthquake, it was an internal matter, likely caused by the surging vital energy of powerful figures beneath the city.

This only served to further prove how formidable Black Capital was!

An elder replied, "We highly value Soul Light Cave's commission. Our Empyrean here at the Western Heaven Organization is currently discussing this matter with various other underground forces in the main hall. Please await good news."

"Very well, I'll take my leave!" the young man in silver robes said, rising with a satisfied smile and preparing to depart.

"Ah, honored guest," the Western Heaven Organization's Quasi-Empyrean added, "upon your return, please inform Phoenix King to send the Soul-Strengthening Grass as soon as possible. We will soon capture Chu Feng."

Even with the "earthquake," business discussions continued. They were among those completely unaware of the changes in the area.

In another palace, many were eagerly preparing for action, their fighting spirit surging as they vowed to kill Chu Feng.

These were members of the Martial Emperor Palace from the underworld, all junior disciples of the Martial Fanatic lineage.

"We must kill Chu Feng, he's just a ghost from the lesser yin realm," someone indignantly declared. "How dare he be so arrogant as to come to our door and slay Uncle-Master Taiwu? What does he take our Martial Emperor lineage for? Does he wish to step on us to rise? He's courting death!"

A Quasi-Empyrean rebuked, "Silence! Do you wish to kill him yourself? You are not qualified. We are only responsible for gathering information; Empyreans will make their move, and mighty seniors will hunt him down!"

For others, these disciples would suffice, but confronting an overbearing young Eternal King who dared to single-handedly come to their door to slay an Empyrean of their lineage? Who would dare underestimate such a figure?

Despite their anger and adversarial stance, deep down they knew this young man was extraordinary; such strength at his age was a rarity throughout history.

"Indeed," another Quasi-Empyrean added, "we are merely the external window, not members of the senior hunting group. Our main task is to gather information; we must distinguish between primary and secondary objectives."

The local heads of their organization and other groups were in the main hall discussing a major joint operation to sweep across the world and find Chu Feng.

"But this is truly stifling," a God King spoke. "Our Martial Emperor lineage has shaken the ages, yet an Empyrean was killed by a mere youth. It's too infuriating, utterly outrageous!"

Relatively young, he was at an age of surging energy and fiery temper. He declared bitterly, "The Martial Emperor lineage cannot be insulted; he must be executed!"

He wore a fierce expression, giving no thought to what Empyrean Taiwu had done to Chu Feng. He only considered that Martial Fanatic was one of the major dark sources, and thus, no one should dare provoke them.

"Don't worry," a Quasi-Empyrean declared, though he lacked confidence in his heart. "He's not absolutely invincible at his level. Our Martial Emperor Palace has always stood above the Yang Realm; who dares to underestimate us? Even among his age group, there are those who can kill him!"

However, their morale couldn't be allowed to falter now. They needed to instill confidence in the younger generation; how could they be suppressed by a mere ghost from the lesser yin realm? Therefore, he strongly encouraged everyone.

Another elder nodded, "Indeed, a bloodline of the Martial Emperor might have already emerged. If that one truly appears, they will undoubtedly be supreme in the Yang Realm, with no one in their generation being their match!"

Someone outside the palace laughed loudly. "Haha, is there truly such a figure in the Martial Emperor lineage? A Martial Emperor's descendant about to emerge? That's quite interesting, but I fear you might be too late. Among the inheritors of Patriarch Nantuo, someone has already reached the pinnacle of their realm and entered the world. Perhaps even as you speak, that individual has already captured Chu Feng and made him a prisoner!"

Nantuo and Martial Fanatic were rivals, and their respective disciples naturally stood in opposition. At this moment, individuals from that organization spoke out in ridicule.

"Heh, this is truly interesting," Chu Feng mused. "Each one more ambitious than the last, all using me as a stepping stone." Chu Feng had, in fact, arrived and entered Black Capital. His hearing was astonishing; even with domain seals blocking the palaces, he had heard the general gist of the conversations.

At this moment, his expression was indifferent as he approached the center step by step, where intact palaces stood in clusters.

Having achieved the Twin Eternal King Dao Fruit, his strength had naturally increased further. Combined with his domain techniques, he was able to approach the ruins without anyone detecting his presence.

When Chu Feng entered a palace, those inside were startled and abruptly looked toward him.

"Who are you?"

"Weren't you just talking about me?" Chu Feng asked, dressed in white, appearing quite ethereal, his eyes clear and pure.

At this moment, everyone in the palace clearly saw the newcomer. How could they not recognize him? This person's image had been on their desks for a long time, and now he had dared to come to their door uninvited!

Chu Feng had actually come to Black Capital!

The people in the palace stared blankly. Was he crazy? Daring to walk straight into a trap!

However, recalling his formidable power, some people's hearts sank.

This was a palace of the Western Heaven Organization. Phoenix King's cousin was dumbfounded; he had just been making a commission, and now the very person they sought had arrived? Such audacity!

He truly didn't know what he felt—fear, excitement, and a touch of apprehension. This person was utterly insane, daring to launch an assault on their very doorstep? This place was guarded by mighty figures!

The silver-robed God King dared not speak much, but he glanced at the Western Heaven Organization's members, secretly signaling them to quickly summon the mighty figures to cripple this madman!

Thus, even amidst his fear, he felt a thrill. As long as they held on for a short while and alerted the super veteran assassins underground, what was an Eternal King, or a young prodigy who outshone his peers, worth? If he wasn't allowed to grow, he would simply be crushed!

In fact, the Western Heaven Organization's Quasi-Empyreans and others were equally bewildered. The target had arrived; this was too outlandish! Who had given him the audacity and courage to do such a thing?!

They immediately sent out a secret signal, stepping on a complex runic stone slab—a domain gate meant to awaken mighty figures from underground.

Yet, there was no response. The Quasi-Empyreans almost stomped the stone slab to pieces, but nothing happened.

In an instant, cold sweat broke out on everyone.

The silver-robed man quickly declared, "This has nothing to do with me! I am not a member of a dark organization; I merely came here to discuss a business deal, asking them to investigate an old case."

He felt a deep unease. As Phoenix King's cousin, he had just been conspiring against Chu Feng, and now the very target of their scheme had appeared. If his identity were revealed, the consequences would be catastrophic.

At this moment, others moved, but not to attack Chu Feng. Instead, led by the Quasi-Empyreans, they all rushed towards the walls, attempting to escape the place.

After all, several dark Empyreans were in the main hall. If powerhouses of that caliber intervened, they might be able to hold off Chu Feng. Besides, if they could just stall for a little longer, the mighty figures underground would surely sense the disturbance.

However, everyone groaned instantly, bleeding from their mouths and noses. After crashing into the walls, they didn't break through, instead being blocked by a layer of glowing light, as if striking pillars supporting the sky. The bones within their bodies felt as if they would shatter.

The Eternal King's domain covered the area; who could escape? Chu Feng coldly looked down at them.

Not only that, but the Eternal King's domain had also isolated the area, creating a small world of its own, completely imperceptible to outsiders.

"Phoenix King's cousin? Heh!" Chu Feng said, staring at the silver-robed man.

The silver-robed God King's expression changed drastically. He knew it was over; his identity had been revealed. Any attempt to appease him would likely be futile now; the other party must know everything.

"Chu Feng, I am from Soul Light Cave; we can discuss cooperation!" the silver-robed man quickly said, his expression grim.

"Boom!"

Chu Feng took a step forward, his hair fluttering as his aura surged. The silver-robed God King was sent flying backward, crashing into the light screen. He coughed up mouthfuls of blood, his bones cracking with an unknown number of fractures.

How was this possible? He was shocked. Even an Eternal King was still within the King realm, yet the opponent hadn't even made a move, simply crushing him with a mere aura. It was terrifying; the difference between them was as vast as heaven and earth.

"Chu Feng, don't kill me! People from Soul Light Cave want to talk to you!" the silver-robed man pleaded, spitting blood. Though weak and powerless, he struggled to speak; he didn't want to die.

"Do you want to talk to me, or capture me alive?" Chu Feng sneered, then his expression turned cold. "You are not worthy to say such things to me. Let your cousin's master come!"

As Chu Feng's aura naturally radiated, the silver-robed man felt as if he would shatter. Both his soul light and physical body were cracking, on the verge of exploding at any moment!

"Soul Light Cave has a long history, intimidating the Yang Realm even before the Dawn Era," Chu Feng stated, "but if you think that name will intimidate me, you are mistaken!"

Chu Feng said coldly. Considering that the man was Phoenix King's cousin, he refrained from shattering him, thinking that leaving him alive might allow him to retrieve Zihuan.

"So, your Western Heaven Organization wants to hunt me?" Chu Feng asked, looking at the others. Wherever his gaze fell, golden runes spread, his Super Fiery Eyes possessing immensely powerful attack force.

Instantly, several God Kings exploded, turning into pure energy, crushed and utterly vanished.