The main hall of the Ancient Roman Church was on the brink of collapse, trembling under the ominous presence of a colossal fireball in the sky.
"Ahhhh!" screams sounded out in panic as people scrambled to distance themselves from the fireball. The professionals within the ancient structure were also gripped by fear, contemplating the destruction that could ensue if the fireball plummeted towards them. Such an enormous fireball was unprecedented, igniting dread and speculation among the congregation.
Gubat, known as the pope of this vast religious institution, was the target of this formidable display. Despite the audacity of being addressed by his first name in such a dire circumstance, no one dared to object, understanding the gravity of challenging such formidable visitors.
Emerging from the church's grandeur, seven figures soared towards Ning Tairan, representing the church's highest echelons, including Pope Gubat himself and six esteemed elders. Each was a formidable entity, having undergone three transformative stages to reach levels beyond 70.
As the pope and elders approached, the congregants felt a momentary relief, their faith in these pinnacle figures a beacon of hope amidst the chaos. "Who summons me?" Gubat's authoritative voice cut through the tension, but upon recognizing Ning Tairan and the ominous figure beside him, his bravado faltered. The realization dawned on him; the visitors were not merely powerful, but potentially catastrophic for his Holy See.
Gubat, stricken by the recognition of Bai Yiyuan and Ning Tairan's murderous reputation, attempted diplomacy, offering apologies for any transgressions. Yet, the stark imbalance of power rendered his efforts almost pitiful in the eyes of his followers, unaccustomed to seeing their leader so humbled.
"We're here for Luo Gesi", said Ning Tairan coldly. Ning demand for Luo Gesi sent ripples of confusion and fear through the Holy See, highlighting the gravity of the offense against his granddaughter and Bai Yiyuan's apprentice. The pope's subsequent panic and Luo Gesi's delirious outburst only escalated the situation, sealing the fate of the Holy See under the wrath of Shenxia's Killing God and his ally.
"If I obliterate him directly, you'll just revive him using the cult statue... Let's see how you're going to revive him without your cult" Said Ning Tairan as he unleashed the fireball upon the Holy See.
"Everyone! RUN!" ordered the pope in a desperate attempt to evacuate as the dire consequences of crossing such formidable figures from Shenxia finally struck him.
"BOOM!"
The aftermath left the Holy See in ruins, a testament to the devastating power of their retribution and a warning to those who might dare to offend in the future.
Back at Bai Shen Courtyard, the interaction between Bai Yiyuan and Ning Tairan revealed a blend of jest, camaraderie, and a shared understanding of their actions' implications. Their return to tranquility, even as they reflected on their intervention's severity, showcased the depth of their commitment to protecting their own and the lengths they would go to ensure such protection.
The episode concluded with a lighthearted moment between the two legends and Meng Anwen, highlighting their enduring bond and mutual respect, even as they navigated the aftermath of their decisive and destructive intervention in the affairs of the Holy See of Guluo.