Douluo Dalu 3: The Legend of the Dragon King

However, even the ever-reliable heavy ion lasers failed to make an impact here. High intensity heavy ion lasers were able to pierce through the surface of the array, but due to the refractive interference from the array, the lasers were unable to strike their targets. Thus, even though the lasers were still capable of killing some abyssal creatures, it simply wasn't worth the energy being expended.

At this point, the Blood River Godslayer Array was virtually entirely filled with all types of abyssal creatures, and some of the abyssal creatures that were more massive in stature had other abyssal creatures piled onto their bodies. The sheer number that the abyssal army had swelled to was both astounding and very concerning.

Aside from the continuous bombardment, there was relative peace on the battlefield, and this peace lasted for an entire day.

At the Western Legion control center.

"We can't keep delaying like this. Could it be that Shrek Academy and the Tang Sect have gone back on their word?" Dong Zi'an asked with a grim expression.

"They wouldn't do that; they're far too noble and proud to go back on a promise like this. There must be some type of problem, but they'll definitely bring out Eternal Heaven. Who would've thought that this invasion from the abyssal plane would be helping us here?" Qiangu Dongfeng said in a relaxed manner.

With Eternal Heaven in the hands of the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy, the party that was under the most threat was the Spirit Pagoda!

Now that Eternal Heaven was about to be used, the threat would be alleviated, and the Spirit Pagoda wouldn't have to face the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy head-on. As such, the crisis that they were previously facing would be resolved.

Yin Moshang interjected, "It's not that simple; the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy definitely won't be willing to hand over Eternal Heaven free of charge. This delay could very well be due to the fact that they're negotiating compensation with the federation."

Dong Zi'an waved a dismissive hand, and said, "That's not important; what's important is that we destroy that array. Chairman Qiangu, is it true that this array is capable of creating a god?"

Qiangu Dongfeng's expression darkened slightly as he nodded in response. "That is indeed a possibility, but it's by no means an inevitability. The attainment of godhood has always been the ultimate pursuit for us Limit Douluos, and everyone has their own direction that they're studying and working toward. The Holy Spirit Cult's path is the most extreme, but it's very likely that this is the path closest to success. Of course, we don't want to see them succeed, but if they do succeed, the planar walls could very well be shattered, and all of us could attain godhood."The crumbling of the planar walls would be a disaster for normal people, but it may be an opportunity for those like us who stand at the pinnacle of humanity."

Qiangu Dongfeng paused here momentarily to gauge Dong Zi'an and Yin Moshang's reactions.

Dong Zi'an was clearly rather tempted by the idea, but a cold look appeared on Yin Moshang's face as he said, "What are you trying to say, Chairman Qiangu? Don't forget that the duty of a soldier is to protect the federation and its people."

Qiangu Dongfeng hurriedly waved a hand in response. "I'm not trying to say anything; this is just my analysis."

"I certainly hope so," Yin Moshang said.

He then cast his gaze toward the goddess-like woman sitting not far away, and a hint of entrancement flashed through his eyes, but it immediately faded.

"Seeing as Ms. Gu Yuena's Silver Dragon Spear is able to generate the same effect as the Golden Dragon Spear, this is a great opportunity for us. However, according to the data that we've collected, the energy devoured by Tang Wulin's Golden Dragon Spear can be reciprocated to the tree of life on that mountaintop; what will happen if you devour too much energy, Ms. Gu Yuena?"

Qiangu Dongfeng was given a rude reality check upon hearing this. He had constantly been thinking about how to screw over the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy during this battle, and as a result, he had failed to consider this important problem.

The fact that the Silver Dragon Spear was also capable of devouring abyssal energy was something that Gu Yuena had revealed to them only after coming here. Thus, he also turned toward Gu Yuena for an answer.

Gu Yuena immediately replied, "The abyssal energy that I devour will be reciprocated to the Myriad Beast Plane of our Spirit Pagoda. I have a close connection with the Myriad Beast Plane, which requires energy to support its existence. If sufficient life energy is supplied, the Myriad Beast Plane could even be expanded and develop more powerful areas."

Dong Zi'an and Yin Moshang exchanged a glance upon hearing this, while an elated look appeared on Qiangu Dongfeng's face. "Generals, the Spirit Pagoda will be sure to compensate you for your efforts here. In the future, you can designate some people, and they'll be given unconditional free admission into the Myriad Beast Plane."

Dong Zi'an smiled, and said, "You're far too kind, Chairman Qiangu. For the sake of the federation and its people, we'll be sure to assist Ms. Gu Yuena as much as we can in devouring more abyssal energy." Despite what he was saying, there was a clear hint of greed glowing deep within his eyes.

There was an enormous amount of abyssal energy available, and after being converted into pure life energy, it would benefit anyone.

Qiangu Dongfeng had just said that all Limit Douluos were seeking opportunities to attain godhood; perhaps the injection of life energy into the Myriad Beast Plane would be the Spirit Pagoda's opportunity.

Dong Zi'an was definitely someone who was very good at grasping opportunities. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to climb all the way to the top with his lackluster aptitude.

After providing her explanation, Gu Yuena closed her eyes again to meditate, as if nothing in the outside world had anything to do with her.

Qiangu Dongfeng glanced at Gu Yuena and heaved an internal sigh. He was finding her more and more difficult to understand and assess. Gu Yuena was constantly unveiling more and more of her aptitude, and even he was finding her to be very mysterious. If it weren't for the fact that Qiangu Zhangting had confirmed that physical relations had taken place between the two of them, Qiangu Dongfeng would have to seriously doubt her loyalty. This doubt stemmed from the fact that Gu Yuena was always able to complete any task he assigned to her with flying colors. To put it in simpler terms, she was simply too perfect.

Furthermore, Qiangu Dongfeng was very confused about her relationship with Tang Wulin. Even though she had severely wounded Tang Wulin during the Joust For a Spouse event, the dynamic between the two still left him feeling very perplexed.

Now, Gu Yuena had developed to an extent that even he would have difficulty stripping away her power. It wasn't just with his support that Gu Yuena had been elevated to the position of vice-chairman; her contributions to the Spirit Pagoda were clear for everyone to see. The development of 10,000-year-old soul spirits and the Myriad Beast Plane had earned enormous revenue for the Spirit Pagoda, and all of the board members could clearly see that.

Even Qiangu Zhangting hadn't become a vice-chairman yet, but Gu Yuena had already reached this position, and she primarily had herself to thank for this.

He was even beginning to wonder whether he would be a match for this granddaughter-in-law of his in battle.

Yin Moshang rose to his feet, and said, "I'm going back now. The bombing is currently primarily being overseen by the three naval legions, but we have to be prepared. Yu Guanzhi still hasn't told us when he's going to be using Eternal Heaven, so I think it's necessary that we force his hand a little in this matter. Otherwise, we'll be in a very passive position."

Dong Zi'an nodded in response. "Don't worry, I'll go and see him in a bit. Even if he's the commander-in-chief, he can't just make all the decisions and not answer to anyone."

Right at this moment, a piercing alarm rang out without any warning, and everyone in the room reflexively turned their attention toward the large screen.

A layer of red light flashed over the screen, and the alarm became even louder.

"Connect me to the control center!" Dong Zi'an immediately commanded as he picked up his military soul communicator.