654. Times Have Changed! Executes White Cloud Supreme!
654. Times Have Changed! Executes White Cloud Supreme!
"White Cloud Supreme, you have the audacity to return? And to return under such circumstances. Do you not realize that by fleeing back here, you could lead the mysterious pursuer right to our Divine Realm? When that happens, our Divine Realm will be exposed, and we will all face utter annihilation!"
White Cloud Supreme was well aware of the consequences of his actions. Indeed, his return was a calculated move, hoping to divert the attention of his pursuer towards the Divine Realm.
Once the mysterious pursuer focused on the Divine Realm, they would likely cease pursuing White Cloud Supreme, who could then escape and evade the crisis. As for the ultimate fate of the Divine Realm, why would he care?
The eight Supremes instantly "perceived" White Cloud Supreme's intentions. After all, none who achieve such supremacy are fools.
Undeterred and unembarrassed, White Cloud Supreme simply smiled slightly and said, "It was my only option. However, I was cautious on my return. It's not certain that the mysterious pursuer could follow me here."
White Cloud Supreme was not afraid. Even if the other Supremes of the Divine Realm harbored great dissatisfaction towards him, what of it?
They could not kill him. Once he was out of danger, he could continue his adventures in the Chaos. Though selfish, White Cloud Supreme possessed the power to be so.
"White Cloud Supreme, you..."
The other Supremes of the Divine Realm were furious, yet they were powerless to act. Just as White Cloud Supreme had anticipated, they could do nothing against him.
Suddenly, Azure Emperor Supreme looked up. His expression was complex, his gaze cold. He shook his head slightly and sighed, "White Cloud Supreme, do you not realize that the Divine Realm has changed now? Don't you see any difference?"
"What's different about the Divine Realm? Right, it seems there are no traces of dark demonic life anymore. Have you driven away the Dark Demon Lord? But with your powers, how could you possibly have driven away the Dark Demon Lord?"
White Cloud Supreme immediately sensed something amiss. With a slight sweep of his senses, he confirmed that there were indeed no dark demonic entities left in the Divine Realm.
This was unexpected. The Dark Demon Lord had mobilized a great army, even sending many Supreme Beings from the Dark Demon Domain. They would not have withdrawn easily.
Yet now, not a trace of their presence remained. This could mean only one thing: The Dark Demon Domain had truly retreated. But who could have caused them to retreat?
"White Cloud Supreme!"
At that moment, a figure appeared silently behind White Cloud Supreme, unnoticed even by him until now.
With a swift turn, White Cloud Supreme faced the newcomer, his pupils contracting slightly.
"Are you... Lin Fei from the Great Dream Sect?"
White Cloud Supreme knew of Lin Fei and recognized him. After all, Lin Fei was a legendary figure in the Divine Realm, particularly noted for his role in the Ancient Covenant.
Even he, a lofty Supreme, was aware of Lin Fei. But why did White Cloud Supreme feel a distinct threat emanating from Lin Fei, a threat that was palpably intense?
No matter how he sensed it, Lin Fei was merely a Martial Ancestor.
Lin Fei gazed at White Cloud Supreme. Just moments ago, Azure Emperor Supreme, Black Tortoise Supreme, and the others had briefed him on White Cloud Supreme's actions.
The eight Supremes of the Divine Realm might have been unable to deal with White Cloud Supreme, but that did not mean Lin Fei couldn't. As Azure Emperor Supreme had said, the Divine Realm had changed!
"White Cloud Supreme, leaving the Divine Realm was your personal choice, and no one blames you for it, you could even have waited until the situation stabilized before returning. But you should never have used the Divine Realm as a shield to avoid disaster, even attracting the attention of the mysterious strong being from the Chaos, causing them to abandon their pursuit of you. You have betrayed the Divine Realm, and for that, you must be punished!"
Lin Fei's eyes were cold, his tone unyielding. Executing a Supreme! This was not unfamiliar to Lin Fei. In fact, he even considered it quite ordinary, given that he had already slain dozens of Supremes from the Dark Demon Domain!
"Azure Emperor Supreme, are you truly going to allow a mere Martial Ancestor to speak so boldly to me?" White Cloud Supreme directed his gaze towards Azure Emperor Supreme. He thought it was Azure Emperor Supreme's support that emboldened Lin Fei.
However, Azure Emperor Supreme merely shook his head, his expression complex, and said, "White Cloud Supreme, do you still not see? The era of the Divine Realm has changed! The retreat of the Dark Demon Domain was all thanks to Lin Fei. Lin Fei alone defeated the Dark Demon Lord and slaughtered countless dark demons. Otherwise, how do you think the Dark Demon Domain was repelled? They were utterly routed and fled! You should never have used the Divine Realm as a shield. If Lin Fei decides to execute you, I will not plead on your behalf."
Azure Emperor Supreme and White Cloud Supreme did share a bond, having presided over the Ancient Covenant together for many years. How could there not be some camaraderie?
Yet, as Azure Emperor Supreme stated, the times had indeed changed! Although Lin Fei was not yet the Ruler of the Divine Realm, with his current power, what difference was there really?
Lin Fei now stood above all Supremes! Still, White Cloud Supreme found it hard to believe. Lin Fei alone defeated the Dark Demon Lord? And slaughtered so many dark demons? It was almost inconceivable!
Moreover, Lin Fei was still only a Martial Ancestor, not a Supreme. This was beyond White Cloud Supreme's comprehension.
"No, Azure Emperor Supreme, you—"
White Cloud Supreme seemed about to say more, but Lin Fei had already made his move.
"Eternal Realm!"
Instantly, Lin Fei transformed into the embodiment of a realm. The Eternal Realm expanded, sending ripples that swept White Cloud Supreme into its midst.
Lin Fei didn't even need to use the Illusory Realm. With the current state of his Eternal Realm, eliminating a Supreme was effortlessly simple. It was so easy, he didn't need to resort to using the Illusory Realm.
"Annihilate!"
As Lin Fei's voice fell,
"Boom!"
The oppressive force of the Eternal Realm surged from all directions, fiercely crushing towards White Cloud Supreme.
"This is—"
White Cloud Supreme's face changed drastically in the moment.
Danger! Extreme danger!
As Lin Fei's Eternal Realm power overwhelmingly descended, White Cloud Supreme finally felt the danger. It was imminent and threateningly close. If he could not withstand it, he had no doubts that he would die.
White Cloud Supreme truly panicked. He was terrified and he began to fear. Now, he finally believed Azure Emperor Supreme's words. His old comrade was reliable. Unfortunately, it seemed too late now.
"Martial Ancestor Lin, I am willing to forever guard the Divine Realm..."
At this moment, White Cloud Supreme knew to bow and show submission, hoping to remain as a guardian of the Divine Realm. He did not want to die! But it was already too late.
White Cloud Supreme, a being of such supremacy, could not be trusted by Lin Fei. Moreover, when mistakes are made, a price must be paid. Even Supremes are not exempt.
With a thunderous crash, the next moment, Lin Fei's Eternal Realm showed no mercy. Its vast power directly crushed White Cloud Supreme, obliterating him into dust.
Even his flesh and essence, like those of the Supremes from the Dark Demon Domain, were absorbed into Lin Fei's Eternal Realm, "nourishing" its myriad lives.
White Cloud Supreme ultimately fell.
Azure Emperor Supreme and the others wore complex expressions. Unlike the Supremes from the Dark Demon Domain, White Cloud Supreme had been their comrade for so long. Yet now, he could not withstand a single strike from Lin Fei and was completely annihilated.
"Hmm?"
After slaying White Cloud Supreme, Lin Fei seemed to notice something. He suddenly looked up, his gaze piercing into the depths of the void.