The World-Destroying Black Lotus regretted its actions, realizing it had been too complacent and offended both the God-Slaying Spear and the Jade Butterfly of Fortune.
It woke up to the fact that these two were not to be trifled with. One had fought alongside it for many years, and the other understood the profound principles of heaven and earth. They were truly capable of discerning its weaknesses. If they were to reveal these weaknesses to the Heaven-Measuring Ruler and its allies, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Thus, the World-Destroying Black Lotus repeatedly sent messages in the chat group.
[World-Destroying Black Lotus: God-Slaying Spear, we have fought side by side for so many years. Even though Ancestor Demon Luohu is gone, you can’t just betray me like this, can you? Jade Butterfly of Fortune, I respect you as the only remaining Primordial Supreme Treasure in existence. Why do you insist on making things difficult for me?]
The World-Destroying Black Lotus repeatedly pleaded within the Heaven-Measuring Ruler, hoping the God-Slaying Spear and the Jade Butterfly of Fortune would change their minds.
However, no matter how tearfully the World-Destroying Black Lotus spoke, trying to persuade them with reason and emotion, the God-Slaying Spear and the Jade Butterfly of Fortune remained indifferent, not even bothering to reply.
Instead, the other treasures in the chat group, seeing the World-Destroying Black Lotus in such a state, felt a surge of vindication and spoke up one after another.
[Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree: Oh my, isn't this the mighty World-Destroying Black Lotus, capable of everything under heaven and earth? Weren't you just challenging the sky, the earth, and the air? How come you've become so weak now?]
[Chaos Bell: Who was it just now who spoke of invincibility and disdained all treasures? And who is it now, begging for mercy and utterly lost?]
[Azure Purity Sword: Haha! The slap in the face always comes so unexpectedly. Whether one is human or a treasure, it's the same. It's best not to be too arrogant!]
[Tea Tree of Enlightenment: I can only say it's self-inflicted. You brought this upon yourself!]
[Karma Red Lotus: Everyone, please watch closely. I have absolutely no connection to it. I just want to say: Serves you right!]
[Yuan Tu: Haha! World-Destroying Black Lotus, just you wait! It's coming soon!]
[Abi: Indeed. Once the Heaven-Measuring Ruler is done, we'll have to settle the score properly. Haha!]
At this moment, all the treasures united, sparing no mockery towards the World-Destroying Black Lotus. If they had known this would happen, why had they acted so arrogantly in the first place?
The World-Destroying Black Lotus had brought this predicament upon itself. Even if it had the ability to make the Heaven-Measuring Ruler and its allies helpless, it was a grave mistake to become so arrogant and trample all over the treasures in the chat group. Now, seeing it in such a state, everyone cheered and showed no sympathy.
The treasures from the Blood Sea lineage even issued challenges, carrying a clear implication of "don't leave after school."
This further agitated the already troubled World-Destroying Black Lotus, its mind in chaos. Feeling a great disaster looming, it had no energy to argue with the other treasures and could only silently close the chat group.
"Heaven-Measuring Ruler, we are all treasures. Why must treasures make things difficult for each other?"
The World-Destroying Black Lotus called out, realizing that if it couldn't resolve the issue online, it would have to negotiate offline.
"How about we both take a step back? I'll deliberately leave an opening for you. Isn't that enough?"
The World-Destroying Black Lotus was now cowering, showing a desire for peace.
"Why the rush? Are you in such a hurry to die?"
The Heaven-Measuring Ruler replied, followed by a chuckle.
"Heh! If you had said this earlier, I might have agreed. But now, I've promised the Jade Butterfly of Fortune and the God-Slaying Spear that I would teach you a good lesson."
"Besides, the treasures in the group are all waiting to see how we beat you, this public enemy!"
As the Heaven-Measuring Ruler spoke, it immediately began giving orders.
"Seven Treasures, fly higher and give everyone a live broadcast!"
With that, the Seven Treasures Exquisite Pagoda soared high into the sky, hovering in mid-air.
Seeing this, the Heaven-Measuring Ruler flew to Xu Fang's side and transmitted a message to him.
"Youngster Xu, I have a way to deal with that World-Destroying Black Lotus. Listen carefully."
The World-Destroying Black Lotus watched as the Heaven-Measuring Ruler whispered to Xu Fang, who appeared to have a sudden realization. It knew then that they were plotting how to deal with it and felt increasingly uneasy, every second a torment.
Fortunately, Xu Fang and the Heaven-Measuring Ruler did not deliberate for long. Xu Fang waved his hand, and a group of treasures flew out in unison, surrounding the World-Destroying Black Lotus.
Wu Tian, seated within the World-Destroying Black Lotus, smiled faintly upon seeing Xu Fang return. He shook his head repeatedly.
"Island Master Xu Fang, why bother with such a futile endeavor? It's better to retreat now and part ways amicably."
Wu Tian did not believe that Xu Fang could have found a way to deal with him in such a short time and said dismissively.
Xu Fang, however, paid no mind to Wu Tian's words and directly addressed the Ancestor Ming He.
"Fellow Daoist Ming He, we will cooperate later. You..."
As Xu Fang spoke, his voice trailed off. Wu Tian, looking at them whispering, was extremely curious but could hear nothing. Nevertheless, Wu Tian scoffed, believing they were merely making futile attempts and not taking them seriously.
"Agreed! I will follow Daoist Xu Fang's plan!"
After hearing Xu Fang's plan, Ancestor Ming He agreed. With a thought, the Karma Red Lotus, Yuan Tu, Abi, and other treasures emerged in unison, surrounding the World-Destroying Black Lotus just like Xu Fang's treasures.
Seeing this, Wu Tian let out a sneer.
"I thought Island Master Xu Fang had some brilliant strategy. So, it's just a case of ganging up on someone with numbers. Heh heh!"
Wu Tian chuckled. Even if the combined treasures of the two of them could overwhelm him, so what? The World-Destroying Black Lotus had formidable defenses. As long as he hid within it, he would remain unharmed, rendering their treasures useless.
Ancestor Ming He, seeing this, said.
"Actually, if you really want to talk about it, my Karma Red Lotus's defense is slightly higher than your World-Destroying Black Lotus."
Wu Tian heard this and laughed dismissively.
"So what? It's not a defense competition now. What's the use of your Karma Red Lotus having higher defense?"
"Indeed, it's useless, but it ensures that my treasure will not be damaged in a collision."
"Collision... Ming He, what are you doing!"
Just as Wu Tian was about to mock further, another loud bang echoed, and a dizzying sensation swept over him. Looking back, he saw a ruler and several other treasures charging forward again, crashing into the World-Destroying Black Lotus and sending it flying.
"You... again!"
Wu Tian was about to curse when he noticed the Karma Red Lotus, accompanied by several treasures from the Blood Sea, charging forward with the ferocity of a mad bull.