Today, I Shall Slay Saints!

Three Saint Realm beings stood high in the sky. Their auras were colossal beyond measure. Yet the imposing might emanating from each of them was distinctly different. Among them, Lei You's presence was the most overwhelming. Hailing from the Celestial Clan, he was born endowed with the power of wind and lightning. With every beat of his wings, ferocious lightning tore through the clouds, unleashing deafening rumbles of untamed fury. Even with their power suppressed at this moment, the presence of the Saint Realm was on an entirely different level—it was terrifying. Merely standing there, they exerted an overwhelming sense of oppression. "In an age long past, the Milky Way Star Sector gave rise to the Heavenly Court, producing countless powerhouses who shook the universe. Though it fell dormant later, its deep foundations remain. After countless years of suppression, its sudden eruption will be horrifyingly potent, teeming with endless opportunities and fortune." The Void Saint of the Origin Demon Clan spoke, his expression solemn as he sensed the world's energy, which was utterly distinct from their Ancestral Star. This had once been a glorious star sector, and now it had become the very center of the universe. Every momentous event to come would unfold right here. Supreme opportunities lay dormant within it. Whichever clan could seize them would rise against the heavens in the future. For a clan from their own star sector, seizing this place could allow them to contend directly for a spot among the top ten. "To control this place, aside from competing against the other clans, we must eliminate certain uncertainties." "So do not forget the goal we paid such a price to achieve this time." Lei You spoke, looking in a certain direction as murderous intent glinted in his eyes. Evidently, the goal he referred to was Lu Yuan. Right before his very eyes, that human had slain a sequence prodigy of his clan's younger generation. This grudge had to be avenged no matter what, if only to uphold the dignity of the entire Celestial Clan. Yet revenge was merely one reason. There was another point that all three of them acknowledged. Earth had suddenly produced an entity of such formidable combat prowess. This was something they could not permit. He was an uncertain variable, one that might jeopardize their plans in the future. After all, he had already reached the Sovereign King Realm and possessed extraordinary combat strength. If he continued to grow, what then? He had to be strangled in the cradle. Otherwise, under the conditions of this world, his rate of growth would only accelerate. Perhaps before long, he would even attain sainthood. If that happened, it would spell nothing good for their three clans. "Then let us go!" The Void Saint of the Three-Headed Ghost Clan harbored the fiercest murderous intent, sharp light bursting from his eyes. Without the slightest hesitation, the three Saint Realm beings streaked away toward their destination. When choosing where to descend earlier, they had already confirmed that Lu Yuan was at Mount Tai. Though there was a slight deviation in coordinates, with the strength of the three, crossing such a distance would take practically no time at all. Meanwhile. Mount Tai. Jade Emperor Peak. Lu Yuan sat cross-legged, looking completely at ease. The authorities had already notified him that the three Saint Realm entities had descended; the decisive battle was at hand. Yet he said nothing, remaining where he was as he gazed ahead. Within his body, a mighty power was gathering. This would very likely be his most grueling battle yet, against the strongest opponents he had ever encountered. Yet inside Lu Yuan's heart, there was not the slightest fear—only anticipation. The reason was simple. Ever since the world had begun its cataclysmic mutation, he had stayed one step ahead of everyone, thanks to his advance preparations, leading the vanguard of all living beings. Consequently, in all his subsequent battles, he had practically crushed his opponents, never once having had to unleash his full strength. This had left Lu Yuan unable to ever know the true limits of his combat power, simply because he had never had the chance to unleash it completely. Now, however, everything was different. Saint Realm entities had descended. Even if they were not at their peak, they would surely serve as a true test of his strength. And so, as time ticked by, his anticipation only grew. His battle intent surged higher and higher. "Is it just me, or is King Lu's battle intent growing stronger and stronger?" Not far away, the Nine-Tailed Fox King watched Lu Yuan and the power continuously coalescing inside him, feeling deeply astonished. It was important to note that not only the beasts, but all of humanity were on edge over this clash, filled with boundless dread. They feared Lu Yuan would meet with disaster in the battle ahead. Yet who would have thought he was not worried in the least? "He is always like this. He possesses an invincible heart, which is of paramount importance for any powerhouse," the Spirit Monkey said. Having spent more time around Lu Yuan, it understood him far better. The Peacock King nodded as well, recalling when it had fought him and been utterly crushed. Even its true feather had been taken. Back then, Lu Yuan had only been in the Shackle Realm. Now that he had reached the Sovereign King Realm, it could not even begin to imagine just how powerful he truly was. The Saint Realm was undeniably terrifying. Yet Lu Yuan had never tasted defeat in any of his battles. Perhaps this time would be no different? The three Beast Kings exchanged glances, each understanding the thoughts in the others' minds. Rumble! Right then, a thunderous roar suddenly erupted across the heavens. A bolt of lightning pierced through tens of thousands of li of clear sky, crashing directly down upon Jade Emperor Peak. Within it, every one of them felt an immense, suffocating pressure. They knew that if that lightning were to strike any of them, disaster would be inevitable. They were here! The three Beast Kings retreated, not daring to face it head-on, acutely aware of the vast gulf in power. Ahead of them, however, Lu Yuan rose to his feet the instant he saw the lightning. A great sun manifested, radiating boundless divine brilliance. He threw a punch straight forward. Boom! His fist collided directly with the lightning, unleashing a deafening explosion. Under the tremendous force, the mountain forests shook, boulders shattered, and countless mutated beasts cried out in terror, instinctively throwing themselves to the ground. Such power had far surpassed what they could endure. Jade Emperor Peak itself remained unscathed, however, shielded as it was by a unique energy. At the very center of it all, Lu Yuan clasped his hands behind his back and stood in place, his expression entirely serene. In the distant sky, three figures drew near. Lei You of the Celestial Clan. And the two Void Saints of the Origin Demon Clan and the Three-Headed Ghost Clan. Though their physiques resembled humans, the auras radiating from their bodies were exceedingly terrifying, blanketing the surrounding sky with supreme, domineering might. Below, Elder Ji, Zhu Qingyu, and the others blanched at the sight. Even standing at the base of the peak, they could feel that overwhelming power. It was countless times stronger than the Nether Bull Clan from before—they were not on the same level at all. At this moment, it was not just them; countless beings were watching. Even the extraterrestrial entities who had slipped into the vicinity earlier were watching. They all knew an earth-shattering battle was about to erupt where Lu Yuan stood. And this battle would temporarily reshape the landscape of this world. Who could possibly ignore it? "Holy Maiden, are you certain you will not intervene?" Elder Jiang asked with a slight furrow of his brow inside a small courtyard. "For elders of the previous generation to directly attack a junior—even among the various extraterrestrial clans, such an act is considered utterly outrageous." "I have confidence in him," Jiang Ningxian replied with a smile, her expression just as tranquil as Lu Yuan's. She knew that with his temperament, he would never do anything without certainty. Since he had chosen to face them, he undoubtedly had his reasons. So what if they were of the Saint Realm? Having descended now, they could not exert their peak strength. It remained to be seen who would emerge victorious. "I understand." Hearing this, Elder Jiang nodded. Then, as if recalling something, he continued, "Word has come from the Ancestral Star. The Ji clan should be arriving soon, as well as the Eternal Star Sector, the Heavenly Dragon Star Sector, and others. Going forward, this place will become a battleground of a hundred races. Furthermore, the Divine Son will be descending ahead of schedule." When he mentioned the Divine Son, a strange expression surfaced in his eyes. Even Jiang Ningxian could not help but frown and sigh. "Pay no heed to that fellow. If he wants to come, let him come." Evidently unwilling to dwell on the subject, she lifted her head and looked up into the heavens. Compared to that Divine Son of her clan, she cared far more about Lu Yuan. "Lu Yuan of the human race, today is the day of your death!" Just then, Lei You spoke. Without the slightest restraint, his voice detonated like rolling thunder. Exceedingly arrogant, he stood midair, looking down upon Mount Tai's Jade Emperor Peak. Beside him, the Void Saints of the other two clans exuded chilling murderous intent. Over a month ago, this human had slain Lei Xuan right before their eyes. That was supreme sacrilege, and the time had come for him to pay the price. Yet Lu Yuan, standing atop Jade Emperor Peak, paid the three Saint Realm entities no mind. He turned toward the Peacock King and the others, speaking slowly, "In the battle to come, even I will find it difficult to rein in my power. I must trouble you all to protect the people below." With that, he lifted his head and began walking upward, step by step. With every stride he took, his battle intent swelled a fraction stronger. He continued until he stood level with the three Saint Realm beings, suspended in midair, gazing directly at them. "From the moment I embarked upon the path of evolution, I have never met a worthy rival." "I admit, today may very well be my most arduous battle yet." Lu Yuan's voice remained utterly calm. There was not the slightest emotional fluctuation in his tone, though his aura was indeed vastly inferior when standing before three Saint Realm beings. "To think you still possess a shred of self-awareness," Lei You sneered, his eyes frigid. "However, at this point, nothing you say matters. From the day you dared to defy us, your end was already sealed—unless you end your own life!" In his eyes, Lu Yuan was merely speaking to soften his stance, which brought a measure of satisfaction to his pride. The Saint Realm was fundamentally different from all previous stages of evolution; the gap was insurmountable. Lei You figured that after all this time, this human had finally thought it through and learned to be afraid. Yet what did it matter? His fate was sealed. As if in response to Lei You's words, the other two Void Saints stepped forward in unison. Though they did not unleash the full power of the Saint Realm, their presence was already horrific. Deafening rumbles tore through the heavens. Their suffocating auras poured down from the sky, scouring the earth and forming a howling tempest. Down below, Elder Ji, Elder Yun, and the others all turned pale. Even if they could not descend in their peak form, they were still terrifying. Involuntarily, every gaze turned toward Lu Yuan, everyone fraught with tension. Yet when Lu Yuan heard those words, a faint smile finally touched his lips. "End my own life? No. Today, I shall slay Saints!"