Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 303

The reprimanded Snow Leopard lowered its head, but a subtle glimmer sparkled in its eyes.

Seeing that things had quieted down, Ding Zhen looked at everyone present and said solemnly, “Everyone, I have sent out a distress signal to the outside. I believe if we persist a little longer, we can attract reinforcements from the righteous sects to suppress the arrogance of the Fire Cult!”

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone fell into silence.

This was just too idealistic. Setting aside whether those demonic cultivators could break through, given the terrifying achievements of the Red Demon before, how many righteous cultivators from the entire Central Region would dare to wade into this murky water?

Everyone was afraid of getting burned, fearing a revenge attack from the Red Demon!

Noticing the awkward atmosphere, Ding Zhen pretended to cough a few times and meaningfully said, “Everyone, don’t worry. If the Red Demon really comes, I have my own ways to deal with him.”

“Hmm?”

The family heads’ eyelids twitched, their expressions strange.

That was the fearsome Red Demon, likely at the level of a Profound Immortal! You actually say you have a way to handle him?

If you really had that capability, why not take action now and deal with those demonic cultists outside?

Everyone had this doubt in their hearts.

But due to Ding Zhen’s authority, they could only suppress their questions.

Bringing this up now would be a slap in the face.

Those who held high positions in their families weren’t dullards; after all, they didn’t study “Emotional Intelligence” for nothing.

Ding Zhen noticed their subtle expressions, a proud smirk appearing at the corner of his mouth.

It seemed like he had some backing!

Meanwhile, the Snow Leopard lying beside him had an inscrutable look in its eyes.

At that moment, a hurried shout came from outside, “The Fire Cult has begun their assault on the city again!”

This news sent shockwaves through the crowd.

“No…” The cultivators in Litang City changed their expressions drastically, their taut nerves nearly snapping.

This meant there was no turning back. Even if they successfully defended the city again, it would completely infuriate the Red Demon, bringing forth his crazed retaliation.

With the Red Demon’s terrifying strength, who could withstand him in all of Litang City?

The outcome was already predetermined!

“Hmph, all of you scared of losing your lives lack any dignity!”

“Demonic trash, take this!”

Ding Zhen stood up and bellowed, unleashing a surging aura of a Celestial Immortal. Before the shocked gazes of everyone, he flashed into the sky and channeled his vast Immortal Power into his Magic Staff, which released an icy blue glow at its tip.

“World-Ending Snowstorm!”

Boom!

In that moment, the cold air intensified across the realm, and a towering waterfall of snow descended, threatening to engulf the dark horde of demonic cultivators.

As far as the eye could see, everything was enveloped in white!

“This is bad!” Countless demonic cultivators felt a chill run through their bodies, struggling to withstand this deadly move.

“Ah…”

Screams sounded one after another.

Many were frozen into ice sculptures in despair, then crushed to powder by the falling snow.

“Block it!”

At the same time, roars of anger erupted.

Those well-known demonic powerhouses finally made their moves, unleashing their Divine Abilities to counter this massive snowstorm.

Boom!

Colors flashed as torrents of energy surged throughout the battlefield, shattering the ground and dimming the sky.

Through their combined efforts, Ding Zhen’s World-Ending Snowstorm was neutralized, but the demonic army suffered significant losses and their morale was shattered!

“Who is it?! Who dared to intervene?!”

A bald man, clad in a black cloak with a skull necklace around his neck, towered like an iron tower, bellowing angrily.

His nickname was Gui Jianchou, a notorious figure in the demonic path and the strongest main force of this demonic army.

“It’s me!”

Ding Zhen, dressed in red, stood confidently in the sky above Litang City, gazing down at the mass of demonic cultivators.

“Are you the so-called King of Litang, Ding Zhen?” Gui Jianchou squinted, a hint of wariness crossing his features.

“Indeed!”

Ding Zhen declared with an air of authority, “As long as I am here, Litang City is not a place you can lay your filthy hands on. Now scram quickly!”

His attitude was incredibly strong, exuding a sense of dominance.

“It’s Lord Ding!”

Within the city, the cultivators’ previously dim eyes now shone brightly, all looking at the figure in red with excitement.

For the people of Litang, Ding Zhen was like the sky!

In his youth, fortune favored him, allowing him to quickly rise from obscurity and lead the Ding family to dominance, sweeping through the regions with unmatched combat power, earning the title of King of Litang.

Even though he hadn’t acted for a long time, his prestige was heavier than mountains.

Now, he single-handedly stood against the demonic army’s advance, nearly driving everyone into a frenzy.

Unbeknownst to them, the atmosphere inside the city was electric, while Ding Zhen’s battle partner, the Snow Leopard, wore a look of disappointment, as if it hadn’t seen what it wanted to see just now.

Hearing this, the demonic cultivators present showed anger, their eyes filled with murderous intent.

Gui Jianchou’s forehead bulged with veins as he cursed, “You think just because you’re King of Litang, you have the right to stand against the Fire Cult?”

“In our sect leader’s eyes, you, Ding Zhen, are nothing but a fart!! Just a piece of crap!!!”

“Exactly!”

“Nicely said!”

Other colleagues chimed in, feeling exhilarated.

“You can’t insult our Lord Ding!” The cultivators in Litang City reddened their eyes and shouted angrily.

Ding Zhen’s heart surged with rage; he’d never been humiliated like this in his life!

If he could, he’d really like to use that treasured item to swiftly wipe out this group of demonic cultivators!

However, that item was crucial. Using it against these bastards would be overkill; it was his trump card that shouldn’t be used lightly.

“Hehe,” Ding Zhen forced himself to calm his anger and coldly laughed, “Go back and tell your sect leader, I, Ding Zhen, am right here waiting for him! If he’s brave, let him come and deliver himself to death!”

“You’re so bold!”

Gui Jianchou was furious. In his view, Ding Zhen’s strength was indeed great, but his cultivation was merely at the Celestial Immortal level—how could he compare to sect leader Hong Qianye?

As a loyal fan, he felt humiliated!

“Since the sect leader commanded us to take down Litang City, there is absolutely no possibility of retreat!”

“Brothers, kill!!!”

Gui Jianchou roared to the heavens, black fog billowing from his body, transforming into skulls that cackled maniacally.

The ominous winds swept through, darkening the skies.

The scene was sufficiently terrifying!

“I see you’re digging your own grave!”

Ding Zhen’s face contorted with fury as he raised his Magic Staff high. The icy blue glow shone like stars, and the wind and snow around them grew wildly fierce, creating an overwhelming spectacle.

Just as the two sides were about to clash, a thunderous sound like rolling thunder erupted from the horizon.

Countless people were startled, turning to see the approaching massive figure, their eyes wide with shock, their hearts trembling.

“Heavens, is that… a Kunpeng?!!”

Whoosh~

The Kunpeng, surrounded by brilliant immortal light, soared through the air, its immense pressure causing the demonic army to tremble.

Among them, Gui Jianchou’s scalp tingled, losing all color in his face. In front of this Kunpeng, he felt as insignificant as an ant.

The most terrifying part was that the Kunpeng carried an entire immortal island on its back, clearly a mount of some big shot!

Knowing this made sweat bead on Gui Jianchou’s forehead.

After all his years in the Central Region, he had never heard of anyone using a Kunpeng as a mount!

Rumble, rumble…

At this moment, the Kunpeng hovered above the demonic army, causing countless demonic cultivators to quake in fear, too scared to utter a sound.

The cultivators of Litang City were parched and fearful.

Were the newcomers friend or foe?

Due to the involvement of a third-party force, the situation on the scene turned ambiguous.

Gui Jianchou bravely stepped forward, cautiously cupping his fist, “Senior, we come on the orders of the Fire Cult’s sect leader to attack this city. I hope you’ll show mercy and make things convenient for us.”

He was so scared he didn’t dare to breathe loudly, invoking the sect leader’s name as a talisman for protection, while also trying to probe the other’s intentions.

“Ridiculous!”

Boom, an ice-cold voice erupted like thunder, sending everyone’s heads buzzing, as if it had stirred up anger.

Then, Hong Qianye suddenly appeared in the sky, her flowing black hair dancing in the wind, her Danfeng eyes giving off a chilling gaze. With her hands behind her back, she looked down at the demonic army, sneering:

“I don’t recall allowing you to come here to do such deeds!”