Junior sister, keep forbear for a while, I almost become invincible as soon!-Chapter 684 - 683: Bird Grandpa Goes Back to Rally People

The two young geniuses, hidden in the shadows, couldn't help but exclaim, "It's only because it's that fellow, Zhang Heng! Who else could possibly withstand this?"

Zhang Luoshan felt dejected. "Tell me, do you think Zhang Heng doesn't like women?"

Zhang Wu remained silent.

The Goddess acting coquettish was an incredibly rare sight in this world, seldom seen. But it also indirectly confirmed that the Goddess had not come with good intentions.

Exchanging glances, both men withdrew their smiles.

SCREECH!

The cry of a Demon Bird echoed from high above. It was a Hundred Spirit Bird, only the size of a fist, yet its call was indeed powerful, comparable to some larger Demon Birds. It flapped its wings and landed before the two men, speaking in a human voice, "The Clan Leader has an order! Zhang Luoshan and Zhang Wu are to proceed immediately to the Heng Realm to receive Ziyu."

"Oh?" Zhang Wu was astonished. "Ziyu, that rascal, is he back?"

"Wasn't he off to propose marriage?" Zhang Luoshan also glanced at the Hundred Spirit Bird.

"How would Bird Elder know?" The Hundred Spirit Bird rolled its eyes. "Just hurry over there, that's all."

"Then what about the Goddess?" Zhang Wu furrowed his brow.

The Hundred Spirit Bird said, "She's just a mere Goddess. Can she really turn the heavens upside down? This is your Zhang Family's territory, after all."

That seemed to make sense. The two men looked at each other once more and, without another word, transformed into streaks of light and departed.

Watching their retreating figures, the Hundred Spirit Bird muttered to itself, Honestly, the Zhang Family has ten young geniuses, each stronger than the last. What made them think of laying a hand on that brat, Zhang Ziyu?

It continued to muse, In the eyes of the entire Zhang Family, Zhang Ziyu is just a bit luckier than most. His cultivation truly isn't up to par. Moreover, he's always boasting about his Sword Immortal Heritage, but to this day, nobody has actually seen it. Making a move on Zhang Ziyu was truly unwise. Could it be they thought that by controlling Ziyu, they could threaten the entire Zhang Family? Utterly muddle-headed.

The Hundred Spirit Bird leaped up, landing beside Zhang Heng. "Kid, you're tough."

The Goddess, with such a captivating and seductive demeanor... even a bird like me can barely maintain composure, it thought. Yet, Zhang Heng remains unmoved, as still as a boulder. At this thought, the Hundred Spirit Bird couldn't help but admire the Zhang Family's higher-ups; having Zhang Heng face the Goddess was indeed a wise decision.

But...? When the Hundred Spirit Bird looked at Zhang Heng again, a sliver of doubt crept into its heart. Something's not right with this kid.

It swiped a claw towards him.

But Zhang Heng didn't move an inch.

The Hundred Spirit Bird exclaimed, "Kid, you!"

In an instant, Zhang Heng's face turned deathly pale, his body trembling faintly.

The Hundred Spirit Bird stared intently at the Goddess, a sense of foreboding washing over it. It wanted to turn and flee.

But the next moment, a voice entered its mind, "Are you leaving too?"

The voice was very soft, ethereal and elusive, carrying an indescribable Magic Power. It was attacking the Hundred Spirit Bird's spirit, attempting to infiltrate its Sea of Consciousness. More terrifyingly, a strand of potent Divine Might pressed down from above its crown.

The Hundred Spirit Bird shuddered, recalling an ancient skill: possession...

SLAP!

Zhang Heng lifted his head and slapped forward, his voice hoarse. "I cultivate the Vast Sword Skills, a form of the Ancient Sword Tao, a Supreme Dao. You... using Demon Art against me, is that really appropriate?"

Vast Sword Skills. That was indeed a powerful Sword Dao, one that transcended the common swordsmanship of the world. This Sword Dao was upright and fierce; only those with a righteous heart could cultivate it. Once activated, it could easily dispel any Demon Art in the mortal realm. The Goddess had indeed overlooked this. With Zhang Heng's slap, her assault instantly dissipated.

The Hundred Spirit Bird at his side regained its senses. When it looked at the Goddess again, its eyes were filled with fear and apprehension. This woman is no simple character.

It patted Zhang Heng's shoulder and said, "Hang in there, kid. Bird Elder will go round up some backup for you."

Zhang Heng remained silent, drawing the broadsword from his bosom.

The righteous energy of heaven and earth erupted suddenly. A wild wind swept forth, whipping his robes and hair about as he stepped through the Void towards the Goddess. At this moment, he unleashed the entirety of the Vast Sword Skills he had been consolidating for the better part of a year.

Just this one sword strike. There was no sword gleam, no magnificent brilliance, nor any surging waves of Power Path. But under its righteous energy, it could extinguish anything devious and naturally suppress the Goddess.

However... regrettably, the aura within the Goddess shifted abruptly. Her entire being became ethereal, ascending to a state of divinity and holiness.

She chuckled lightly, like a victorious female General. "The Vast Sword Skills you gathered over half a year, broken by me just like that. Do you feel aggrieved?"

Zhang Heng still said nothing; he was not a man of many words.

Aggrieved? No. Success or failure doesn't matter. What's most important is that I'm still standing guard here, and the Goddess still can't take a single step into this place. That's enough.

"Your companion has left," the Goddess smiled. "If it's just you alone, how will you resist me?"

Her smile grew even more radiant, as if everything was under her control.

Half a year had passed.

Zhang Heng subconsciously glanced back, still without uttering a word.

Yes! My companions have left, though I don't know why. If I'm the only one standing here, it will probably be very difficult to withstand the Goddess's invasion. But does she dare? The Zhang Family still has elders watching this place. If the Goddess goes too far, the Zhang Family's elders will naturally intervene. In that case, it wouldn't be considered a violation of their rules.

But...? Zhang Heng suddenly looked in another direction. His calm face showed an expression he hadn't displayed in half a year: shock.

In that direction, a Shadow sat in meditation, appearing very insubstantial. Yet, the barely concealed aura of a Great Emperor cascaded down like a fine drizzle, speckling the world below. In just a moment, the entire sky and earth became oppressive.

Zhang Heng's body could no longer bear the pressure; he was forced deep into the ground. With a sharp CRACK!, the broadsword in his arms snapped, shattering inch by inch. It was a clean break.

His expression changed dramatically; his eyes resolute.

That figure was immensely strong. Merely releasing a few strands of a Great Emperor's aura had severely injured him. Of course, the person seated in the Void above was not targeting him; their attack was aimed at the area behind him.

A Quasi-Emperor? Or a Great Emperor? Zhang Heng gasped for breath, staring intently at that spot.

A terrifying thought surfaced in his mind: The Divine Clan is about to invade us!

What was terrifying was that the Zhang Family elder guarding this region was merely a Great Saint, while the expert from the Divine Clan who had arrived was far too powerful.

I must notify the family!

BOOM!

Behind him, an Ancient City suddenly collapsed, and tens of thousands of lives were instantly turned to ash. A ray of light attempted to flare up from within, but in the next moment, it was crushed. The light gradually dimmed as its source suffered grievous injuries, its body slamming brutally into the earth.

That was one of our Zhang Family elders! Zhang Heng realized, his face contorting in horror. "You! Do you intend to wage war against my Zhang Family?"

The Goddess chuckled lightly. "Wrong. Not war, but slaughter."

From the very beginning, the Divine Clan's objective had been slaughter—a comprehensive culling. They intended to clear this entire region of all living beings to locate the Tiger Land. Now, having obtained an accurate divination, the Divine Clan naturally no longer needed to conceal their intentions.

「At this very moment...」

Great tremors from different directions also reached this place.

Zhang Heng's heart sank to the depths. They're actually going to initiate a massacre in this vast region! Damn it!