The Heavenly Dao avatar was enraged, feeling once again that he had fallen into Xu Fang's scheme.
"I, Xu Fang, am a person of my word. I said I wouldn't use the World Extermination Great Grinder to destroy the world, and I won't use the World Extermination Great Grinder to destroy the world," Xu Fang declared, chuckling.
"However, did I say I wouldn't use the power of this World Extermination Great Grinder? This artifact formation is, by far, my strongest artifact formation yet!"
Even though the World Extermination Great Grinder was not yet complete, its nine fragments, empowered by the artifact formation, could still unleash a portion of its might. While this power was insufficient to annihilate heaven and earth, it was perfectly suited to suppress the Heavenly Dao. And this artifact formation, assembled with all the artifacts of the Primordial Era, was a testament to its immense power. Even the Heavenly Dao could not escape it!
Upon hearing this, the Heavenly Dao became even more furious. It sensed that its power was indeed severely restricted by the fragments of the World Extermination Great Grinder. Yet, having been outmaneuvered by Xu Fang repeatedly, the Heavenly Dao avatar was too indignant to yield. It immediately cried out defiantly, "Hmph! So what? This is merely an avatar of mine. Killing this avatar will not harm me in the slightest!"
The gathered Sages furrowed their brows. This was indeed a significant problem. If all their painstaking efforts ultimately resulted in nothing more than the slaying of a Heavenly Dao avatar, then it would be a grave loss. And with the Heavenly Dao remaining firmly in its supreme position in the Primordial Era, it would surely not spare them. Thus, they all turned their gaze towards Xu Fang.
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang..."
"Fear not. The World Extermination Great Grinder not only suppresses the Heavenly Dao's power but also restricts its existence. This time, as long as this Heavenly Dao avatar is annihilated, the Heavenly Dao itself will cease to be," Xu Fang reassured them. He had not gone to such lengths, gathering so much power, only for it to be in vain.
"!"
The Heavenly Dao avatar was aghast. It immediately used the power of heaven and earth to deduce the situation and found that Xu Fang's words were indeed true. With that, it sprang into the air. It had never imagined that Xu Fang would be so cunning, having planned everything so meticulously!
However, did the Sages intend to let it escape?
"Heavenly Dao, don't be in such a hurry to leave. If you like this place so much, stay here forever!"
"Indeed. We haven't had our fill yet, why are you leaving so soon?"
"Today, we are here to bid the Heavenly Dao farewell in death!"
As the Sages spoke, they unleashed their divine abilities and magical arts. Since all the artifacts had been gathered by Xu Fang, they fought with whatever divine abilities and magical arts they possessed, holding nothing back.
Alas, the Heavenly Dao avatar found itself surrounded by countless artifacts. The fragments of the World Extermination Great Grinder loomed above, exuding a power that suppressed its own. The myriad artifacts had completely sealed the area, leaving it no means of escape. Due to the power restrictions imposed by the artifacts, it could only claim the title of Heavenly Dao but could not wield its immense power as freely as before. Facing so many ferocious Sages, it was utterly overwhelmed.
As this colossal battle commenced, the Primordial Era world plunged into an ominous gloom, resembling the end of days. Earthquakes shook the mountains, fierce winds raged, storms descended, thunder and lightning split the skies, rivers flowed backward, and anomalies erupted ceaselessly. The entire Primordial Era was like a small boat tossed upon stormy seas, on the verge of capsizing at any moment.
The beings of the Primordial Era, however, paid no heed to these anomalies. They stared intently at the colossal spectacle unfolding in the heavens and the earth, captivated by this unprecedented battle. This was a battle that would decide the fate of the Primordial Era, affecting all living beings within it. Who could remain detached from such a momentous event?
Within the scene, the anomalies on Mount Kunlun were even more staggering. The entire mountain trembled incessantly, bombarded by countless divine abilities and magical arts, as if it could not bear the onslaught. Laws and Dao rhymes swirled in the air, spiritual energy scattered in disarray, turning it into the brightest spot in the darkened Primordial Era.
"However, the Heavenly Dao is still the Heavenly Dao. It is too powerful!"
"Indeed. Can Daoist Xu Fang and the others defeat the Heavenly Dao?"
"It is a pity that our strength is insufficient to aid Daoist Xu Fang!"
The beings of the Primordial Era watched the celestial spectacle and discussed amongst themselves. The Heavenly Dao was overwhelmingly powerful. Even with Xu Fang's use of the World Extermination Great Grinder fragments combined with the Primordial Era's artifacts to form an unparalleled artifact formation that restricted the Heavenly Dao's power, they were still unable to subdue it. On the contrary, Xu Fang and the others had all sustained injuries to varying degrees. If this continued, and they could not eliminate the Heavenly Dao, they themselves would be annihilated first! This was a dire situation. If Xu Fang's grand scheme, with the combined might of so many Sages, could not eliminate the Heavenly Dao, then what hope remained?
Just then.
"How could such a momentous occasion proceed without my Ancestral Dragon's participation?" A colossal dragon roared from the East Sea, soaring towards Mount Kunlun.
"Heh heh! Heavenly Dao, is it? I was so badly tricked by you before. Now it's time for this Luo Hou to get revenge!" A voice rang out, and a figure tore through the barrier of the world, returning from the chaotic sea to head towards Mount Kunlun.
"I, Zhen Yuanzi, as the Ancestor of Earth Immortals, shall defend heaven and earth!"
"I heard you used the Hong Meng Purple Qi to harm me? Do you really think I, Hongyun Daoist, am easy to bully?" Two voices echoed, as Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun Daoist flew out from Mount Wanshou.
Following them, more voices arose. "I, Patriarch Minghe, wish to ascend as a Sage of the Earthly Dao today and, together with Pingxin, the spokesperson of the Earthly Dao, take on the Heavenly Dao!"
"The Ancestral Wu of the Wu Clan swear to defend the heavens and earth opened by Father God Pangu. The Heavenly Dao is biased and brings chaos to the world. It must be punished!"
"The Demon Emperor of the Demon Clan wishes to contribute to the beings of the Primordial Era and punish the Heavenly Dao!"
Countless voices resounded, followed by countless figures taking to the sky, all heading towards Mount Kunlun. They entered the artifact formation, to assist Xu Fang and the others.
As the great powers of the Primordial Era mobilized, the beings of the Primordial Era also felt inspired and spoke out in unison.
"We are willing to contribute to the heavens and earth and restore peace!"
"We hope Daoist Xu Fang will punish the Heavenly Dao and bring peace to all beings!"
"The Heavenly Dao brings chaos to the world. Such a Heavenly Dao cannot be tolerated by heaven and earth!"
The voices of the beings of the Primordial Era echoed, and then countless energies floated from their bodies, soaring towards Mount Kunlun and landing upon the colossal artifact formation. This was the collective will of the beings. At this moment, all beings shared the same world and the same dream: to destroy the Heavenly Dao. Their will surged, imbuing the artifact formation and empowering Xu Fang and the others.
The Heavenly Dao, however, received no such boon. It was isolated and alone. Not only did it receive no aid, but it was also spurned by the united will of the beings of the Primordial Era, sensing an impending doom. Its Heavenly Dao power was rapidly dissipating, unstoppable!
"Xu Fang, is this another one of your schemes?" The Heavenly Dao avatar exclaimed in shock and anger, its gaze immediately falling upon Xu Fang. Could this be another one of Xu Fang's machinations?