The sky was filled withuntless falling stars, and all of the top experts within the square barrelled in every direction in pursuit of them. After all, instead of staying to watch, they might as well take advantage of this opportunity to grab more things for themselves.

As Sheng Qiao'er faced off against Zhou Jun, the latter suddenly raised his head and his attention was shifted towards a particularly large star. He then said with a grin, "Sheng Qiao'er, if you wish to fight, why don't we do it on top of that one? That way, regardless of who wins, we'll still be able to obtain an opportunity for ourselves and prevent someone else from stealing it away. What do you think?"

Sheng Qiao'er raised an eyebrow before slamming the butt of her spear onto the ground. "That star was exactly what I was looking for."

So long as sheuld drag Zhou Jun away, ituld be said that she had done her best. Whether Jiang Qing'euld hold on would depend all on Li Luo now.

Zhou Jun grinned. Similarly, by keeping Sheng Qiao'er busy, he'd have done his job. It would all be up to Song Jing to deal with Li Luo.

An upper eighth-grade against a third-grade Transcendent. This shouldn't be a problem, no? With this in mind, he transformed into a bolt of lightning and locked onto the large falling star that was surrounded by majestic but violent energy.

Some of those from the Mythical Spirit Ancient College followed in his tracks.

Sheng Qiao'er similarly beckoned towards some individuals to follow her whilst saying to Ning Meng, "Come with me. Staying here won't benefit you."

Ning Meng pouted before shaking her head. "You can go ahead. If Li Luo isn't able to handle things, I'll lend Qing'e a hand."

Sheng Qiao'er felt a hint of helplessness towards her reply. That said, she didn't say anything else and led several peak experts of the Hallowed Coruscation Ancient College to the large falling star.

They would soon engage in a bitter battle with the Mythical Spirit Ancient College and wouldn't have the energy nor time to watch over them anymore.

As the experts dispersed in every direction, the ancient square turned empty, leaving behind only Song Jing, who was fanning himself and grinning like a cat who got the cheese. "It looks like no one will be interfering with us any longer. Li Luo, there are many stars here and numerous opportunities. Why not give up on the Star of Light and find something else? That way, we can preserve a good relationship with each other."

Li Luo calmly replied, "The moment you took action against us was the point we burned all bridges. If there's a chance in the future, don't blame me for not giving the Divine Sun Ancient College any face."

Song Jing paused and smirkedldly. "Are you threatening me?"

Li Luo nodded. "Do you think I lack the ability to do so?"

Song Jing fell silent before attentively responding, "You truly have the right to do so. Although I don't fear you now, I am wary of your future potential. Once you reach the Fourth or Fifth Duke Stage, I'll have to take a detour whenever I eunter you. However, I have no choice right now. I need to gain Diwu Mingxuan's favor."

Li Luo didn't speak further upon hearing his explanation. Both parties were simply destined to stand against each other andnflict was unavoidable.

He also understood the power of an upper eighth-grade Duke. The only reason he was able to harm Zhou Jun on Thunder Finger Peak was because he had managed to borrow and redirect the might of the Thunder Dragons. However, he wouldn't have such assistance this time.

When Song Jing finished speaking, he also stopped stalling and ascended into the air. His eight crimson Duke Bergfrieds, which resembled volcanoes, were warping the void with their terrifying temperatures.

He formed a handseal with a single hand and roused worldly natural energy. At the same time, a gigantic Worldspace Domain started to expand with him as the source.

"Duke's Worldspace Domain: Infernal Purgatory."

The crimson Worldspace Domain enveloped a large portion of the square, including the group with Li Luo.

The temperature had reached a monstrous level within the Worldspace Domain, with Chi Chan and the rest having to circulate their resonant power to protect their bodies. As a result, their resonant power was being siphoned away at a swift pace.

They simply had no way to resist an upper eighth-grade Duke's Worldspace Domain.

Roar!

However, just as the Worldspace Domain was summoned, an awe-inspiring drnic roar rang out. Immediately after, a thirty-thousand-feet-long violet-gold dragon materialized in the air. Itiled it's body around the group, its aura mighty enough to offset the incendiary heat that was plaguing them. Upper Destiny-grade Duke Art: Dragon Blood Atavism Art

Li Luo didn't dare to underestimate Song Jing. When Jiang Qing'e had started to lure the Star of Light towards her, he had already started to make preparations to activate this Duke Art, allowing him to react at a moment's notice.

He wasn't planning to drag Song Jing into a cruel struggle to the death. His only goal was to protect, and what was most important was to ensure that Jiang Qing'e was able to obtain a Transcendent Art.

Song Jing instantly understood Li Luo's plan, and there was no way he would let him drag things out.

"It's said that a Heavenly Dragon's body is exceptionally sturdy. I wonder if it can resist being roasted by my Golden Crow's Sacred Flames?"

The eight Duke Bergfrieds above him roared thunderously and crimson flames spewed out. After which, they werempressed by the Worldspace Domain, transforming into vivid, golden-red flames.

The golden-red flames flowed like molten lava, eventuallyndensing into a ten-thousand-feet tall, three-legged Golden Crow. Every flap of its wings summoned up waves of golden-red flames, splashing towards Li Luo's Heavenly Dragon form.

As the sea of flames blotted out the skies and crashed towards him, Li Luo similarly let out an explosive roar before spitting out a gigantic stream of violet-gold dragonbreath,lliding against the flames.

Boom!

Wild energy undulations spread across the area, shattering the void with a single touch.

However, Song Jing's Golden Crow's Sacred Flames were exceptionally tyrannical and he had a large advantage in terms of cultivation level. The golden-red sea of flames quickly incinerated the dragonbreath, turning it into wisps of azure smoke.

The flames then swamped over the Heavenly Dragon and poured down over him.

A radiant violet-gold halo of light emerged from the Heavenly Dragon's titanic frame. It served as a form of protection,nstantly resisting and pushing back against the flames' onslaught.

The two were at a temporary deadlock.

When Song Jing saw this, his eyes shrunk. Even Dukes at the same stage as him dared not resist the Golden Crow's Sacred Flames head-on. However, Li Luo's Heavenly Dragon body was able to hold on for a long period of time, demonstrating its fearful resilience!

If that was the case, he would have to add some more!

Song Jing flicked his finger, causing a drop of blood essence to shoot out and merge with the sea of flames.

Roar!

The sea of golden-red flames instantly turned much more violent and stormy. Itslor became much more vivid and the lava-like flames were now capable of melting through the violet-gold halo of light.

Shortly after, they finally came intontact with the Heavenly Dragon's body!

Acrid azure smoke rose into the air. Under the ghastly high heat, the void distorted to the point that spatial rifts were ripped open.

Meanwhile, the gigantic Heavenly Dragon's scales were beginning to wither under the heat and slowly splintered.

Violet-gold blood seeped out of the cracks before immediately burning into nothingness.

As the Heavenly Dragon was being roasted by the flames, it gradually shrunk.

"Are you alright, Li Luo?" Chi Chan and Hongyou asked with worry, still under his protection. They were safe, but theyuld also feel the pain that Li Luo was going through.

"Li Luo, I can use the Jade Dragon Pill to help you rver." Li Hongyou hurriedly said.

"There's no need," Li Luo responded in a low voice, stopping her.

Although the pain of being burned alive was indeed excruciating, it was not something he was unable to endure. More importantly, the faint outline of yet another Heavenly Dragon Seal was appearing. Similar to the baptism of thunder he had experienced on Thunder Finger Peak, Song Jing's Golden Crow's Sacred Flames were able to stimulate his Heavenly Dragon bloodline andndense a Heavenly Dragon Seal. The only problem was that the Golden Crow's Sacred Flames were far inferior to the pure thunder energy.

Still, it was better than nothing.

Only then did Li Luo understand that the ridiculous Dragon Blood Atavism Art required one to temper their body through pain and suffering to bme stronger. However, he just didn't know what sort of torture he'd have to endure in order tomplete five Heavenly Dragon Seals. As his mind was filled with these random thoughts, his bodyntinued to shrink. However, one thing never changed. The area that he was protecting was always isolated to prevent anything from affecting Jiang Qing'e'sncentration.

Time gradually passed.

Song Jing's expression was gradually morphing into a frown. Li Luo's Heavenly Dragon form wasnstantly shrinking, but it neverllapsed. This brat was actually resisting his Golden Crow's Sacred Flames!

"How disgusting." Song Jinguldn't help but sigh. With his upper eighth-grade Duke strength and the Golden Crow's Sacred Flames, he was unable to penetrate Li Luo's defensive perimeter. The latter's defensive prowess was truly worthy of admiration.

Bang!

Just as Song Jing planned to dial up the pressure and crush Li Luo in one go, vast and majestic sword energy swept through the sky,lliding with the flames.

Song Jing's gaze flickered. The sword energyntained exceptionally pure purification prowess and immediately turned his flames into nothing.

The blazing Golden Crow then rushed forward tollide with the beam of sword energy.

Boom!

The void rumbled and the Worldspace Domain began to slowlyllapse.

Song Jing's expression turned serious as he looked at the area that was protected by Li Luo's body. Jiang Qing'e had opened her eyes, and they were filled with iceld killing intent. The Star of Light had already descended.

Clearly, Jiang Qing'e had managed to succeed with Li Luo's protection.