"Hm?"
As the tension between the two parties was reaching the pinnacle, everyone could feel a subtle vibration in heaven and earth energy that's being drawn towards the Island.
Then, a magnificent scene occurred.
Qi Essence began to stir up like in a downfall, pouring directly into the disfigured fragments of space. A brilliant rainbow hue began to weave into a spiraling vortex in front of everyone, constituting the visual brunt of an oval gate the size of a skyscraper.
The energies began to swirl and condense as they converged towards the epic center, forming the scenery of an endless abyss parting its maw to swallow the world.
Noire could feel the violent fluctuations in space, he couldn't help but admire how exquisite the array was.
One must know that the fabric of space in the lower dimensions is too fragile, and a mass-scaled space-time vortex can crumble onto itself and form a black hole if not stabilized.
A black hole may be an insignificant matter in the higher planes. But, in the lower planes where every realm is basically an independent existence, one black hole means one less realm, that's billions of lives gone just like that.
Yet, those array masters had the mind to interpret such an array.
"It's time! Everyone get ready!"
"Don't rush! The portal opens for twelve hours!"
"How do you have the heart to say that anymore? The last time I checked, everyone said the portal isn't yet to initiate! Now, look?"
Due to a single factor of inconsistency, everyone began to panic and re-evaluate their knowledge.
Usually, the disciples would flock in following an orderly manner.
However, with what just happened, who can guarantee that the interval didn't change?
Through the chaos, everyone could notice young master Wang and young lady Rui nearing the dark vortex with their attendants in tow.
But, no one would dare to stop them, who even has the qualifications?
Both of them were at the late stages of the Eclipse Realm, especially Wang who already reached the peak of Eclipse.
Still, even if they were two Ether Realm brats, no one would dare face the disciples of the Martial Law unless they had a death wish.
Just then, someone said, "Wait... How can we be sure that the exiting time is also persistent with the information? What if we couldn't leave after getting inside this time?"
It was unknown who said this. But, due to the superb quietness, everyone could hear him.
Everyone was a master of their own rights after all, so, when this point was brought up everyone froze.
Even Wang and Rui were no exception.
With a deep frown, Wang thought to himself that this possibility is indeed true.
Usually, the spiral will remain opened for whoever to enter and leave. But, if it were to close before they left, then what?
Should they live in the wilderness till the next time the gate operates? Is that even possible?
...
"Stop talking gibberish! The difference was only two hours! At most, the gate will close two hours early as well!"
"Yeah, what is there to freak out about? As long as we are attentive we can leave. If you're that perturbed, you can stay by the gate on the inside after we enter!"
"Are you a retard? Did you see what happened to those array masters?"
Suddenly, everyone indulged in a heated discussion.
The scene became so disorganized that Noire felt a headache all over his temples.
These people are really cowardly.
"I'm astounded, why do they even bother with martial arts to begin with?" Noire subconsciously asked while shaking his head.
During his enlightenment, he was able to pry into the mystery of the Dao, to cultivate is to go against heaven and have a firm heart to oppose danger for chances.
If one is simply going to turn tail and flee whenever they encounter the unknown, what's use is it to climb to a higher peak?
"This is ridiculous, let's go on ahead," Noire said, his tone annoyed.
Thus, Noire took a step forward from the boat's helm, as if he was to descend into the raging ocean.
Hu~
A deep crimson cloak of flames burst from Noire's physique that soon transformed into the incarnation of a Flood Dragon.
With a bristling roar, powerful ripples of energy fluctuations swept across the Ocean underneath, silencing the undulated waves.
Although Noire can't fly yet, he could rely on his Fire Qi Manifestation to create an incarnation of flames with life-like features.
"This is..." The nearest martial artist was caught off guard by the violent fluctuations of immense heat, speechless to the bone.
"His fire mastery rivals that of your thunder, senior brother Wang!" Rui exclaimed in mild shock.
She didn't pay attention to Noire as Anastasia stole all her attention. But now, she can't deny that her interest has been piqued.
Unlike thunder that was a quasi-element, fire is one of the primary elements, and to have enough affinity with fire to reach high mastery, that was very rare!
Fire is a fierce element, it could wreak havoc within one's meridians if controlled improperly. Thus, those who have an affinity towards fire wouldn't easily break through to the high mastery unless they have a tempered physique!
"Wait... Now that I look at it..." Rui mumbled, squinting her eyes to scrutinize Noire closely.
"He is handsome but that's it... I can't tell if he has a tempered body!" She gave a dejected sigh.
Meanwhile, as everyone had their chaotic thought, Noire was disinclined to bother with them.
He invited Yinfer to climb onto the Fire Dragon and shot straight towards the gate, Anastasia following closely behind after she retrieved the flying treasure.
"Hey! Brat! Where do you think you're going?!"
One of the underlings belonging to the Martial Law pagoda was incensed.
This party of three simply didn't put anyone in their eyes, how can they rush in before the young master and lady?
This subordinate was also a peak Eclipse martial artist.
Surprisingly, this was the middle-aged man who wasn't satisfied with the flesh of a mortal.
In fact, the only reason he called out like this is because he had plans to conquer Yinfer and Anastasia. So, with such a chance, how can he miss it?
He signaled to his partner before they rushed in a pincer to intersect Noire's advancement.
"Brat! Just because you can muster up this small toy, you think you have the qualifications to go around as you please?!"
"Hahaha! Juniors nowadays think so highly of themselves! I'll tell you what! if you humbly kneel and offer these two beauties, we might let you keep that handsome face! Haha!"
At first, Noire planned to avoid frontal combat with these cannon fodder idiots.
However, when he realized their intentions, his eyebrows knit together in a dangerous manner.
He hasn't even gotten inside and yet some people already aim at Yinfer.
This made him feel uneasy because once inside, the three of them will inevitably be separated, what if she was to encounter danger while he was away?
The advancement of his Flood Dragon stopped, and then he looked at Yinfer with deep concern in his eyes.
'Should I cancel this detour?' Noire thought to himself as he looked at Yinfer's figure, her value in his heart is no less than his own life.
Of course, that's because he had already shared his life essence with her, which is a very sacred ritual between two Holy Spirit Incarnations.
This type of bond is thicker than blood.
...
When the two middle-aged men saw Noire stop, they rejoiced!
They became more unscrupulous with their actions, no longer concealing their naked desire.
One can feel the lewd aura emanating from them as they rushed at the pinnacle of their speeds, closing onto Noire and Yinfer from both flanks.
"They cultivate Yin to supplement Yang!"
A random martial artist cried out, obviously familiar with the power fluctuations of such a cultivation method!
"INSOLENT!"
A crisp, billowing roar erupted from near.
Everyone was shocked speechless from the magnitude of such a soundwave.
It was like an explosive volcano spouting lava as it traveled to smack against the two rushing middle-aged men.
Anastasia's roar carried her dark essence soul concept, this type of attack was enough to disturb even a peak half-step Celestial Realm, much less a lousy peak Eclipse Realm juniors.
In terms of seniority, if Anastasia was to claim she's the second among the group, no one has the right to claim to be the first.
This mature-looking woman has lived for centuries. Even though her bloodline progression is staggering, her soul force shouldn't be underestimated!
"Ah!"
The two middle-aged men howled in pain, they didn't expect a sneak attack aimed at their knowledge sea.
Inside their spiritual space, their souls began to tremble and the waves of their knowledge seas ruptured, their control over Qi essence rendered disordered as they plunged into the violent Chaotic Ocean.
!!!
Everyone paled!
Dropping into the Chaotic Ocean was tantamount to skinny dipping into thick volumes of acid.
The chaotic nature of the ocean has a peculiar effect of ravaging the meridians and blocking the circulation of Qi Essence through one's pores.
If one's Qi Essence wasn't dense enough to block the invasion of the chaotic prowess, they're no different from a mortal!
With their spirits under the assault of Anastasia's dark energy, one can imagine the fate of these two.
Their shrieks of pain and withering vitality were within the scope of everyone's senses.
"Madwoman!"
"She dared act against the Martial Law!"
"She's courting death!"
...
Wang and Rui had ugly expressions, they both realized that Anastasia must belong to a monster clan with soul-based advantages.
Judging from her display of power, she can use the vibrations of sound to carry her attacks, making it nigh-impossible to defend in the heat of a battle.
They're currently not her opponents, but they can't let this slide easily.
Suddenly, Wang had a sinister light in his eyes as he realized that their only chance is to reach her companions before her and hold them hostages!
...
Anastasia maintained her cold, indifferent expression as she levitated above the raging waves.
She cast a glance at the two middle-aged men who were rotting away into the depths of this water.
While everyone had horror and awe in their eyes, unbeknownst to Anastasia, another middle-aged man who had despair smeared all over his face was staring at her from the pagoda.
Although it is imperceptible, deep in his hollowed pupils was a glint of gratitude.
Without anyone noticing, this middle-aged man recorded the slaughter, bowed his head lightly, then went back inside the pagoda...