My strength increases by one percent every day; I can destroy stars with my bare hands.

The fact that Li Xuancang and the others fought a great battle could not be kept secret, and the people of the capital quickly learned of it and spread it in all directions.

"What? Is that true?"

"Is the Divine Dynasty doomed?"

"If those in power are all like this, what hope is there for the Divine Dynasty?"

"..."

After learning the whole story, the people were filled with fear and unease.

With those in power killing each other and unable to work together, what future does the Divine Dynasty have?

As the turmoil escalated, fueled by various forces, Li Xuancang was thrust into the eye of the storm and subjected to widespread condemnation from the people.

"Li Xuancang returned from Black Stone Fortress without permission and even fought with various factions, completely disregarding the overall situation."

"How hateful! Do they even respect the Divine Dynasty?"

"It is a misfortune for the dynasty and a tragedy for the people to be in power with such people."

"..."

Li Xuancang immediately became the target of public criticism, as if he was the one who caused all the mistakes.

After public resentment boiled over, countless people impeached him.

The courtroom was under immense pressure and had reached its limit.

Yan Fa contacted the other two presiding judges and took action against Li Xuancang.

Li Xuancang was instructing Li Ling'er in her cultivation when Wang Xiaoniu came to report.

"My lord, Lord Yan has come to request an audience."

Even though the Great Yan Dynasty no longer exists and the Tianhuang Continent has become cosmic dust, Wang Xiaoniu and others still habitually refer to Li Xuancang as Marquis Wu'an.

Li Xuancang didn't care about it; it was just a title.

"Please let him in."

Before long, Yan Fa arrived, led by Wang Xiaoniu.

"Since Lord Yan has come in person, has it been resolved by me?"

Li Xuancang knew he had violated the rules of the court and that others would inevitably attack him, something he had anticipated.

"Xuan Cang..."

Yan Fa looked bitter. "The people wanted to remove you from your position as presiding judge. The court argued its case and managed to retain your position, but you will be unable to participate in court decisions and the Eternal Council for some time to come."

The court has done its best, and the strict law has also mediated; this is the final result.

"Thank you, Lord Yan."

Li Xuancang was quite surprised; the punishment was lighter than he had imagined.

"Lord Yan, how is the investigation progressing?"

Li Xuancang lost his power and was no longer able to oversee a thorough investigation.

"Xuan Cang, I have already ordered a halt to the investigation. The resistance to this matter is too great, and the court has no choice but to compromise."

Yan Fa was ashamed to face Li Xuancang, but he still told him the truth.

Li Xuancang's expression remained unchanged, but he was deeply disappointed.

He withstood pressure from all sides and even clashed with Ling Yunxiao, all in order to eliminate the hidden traitor once and for all.

Just when the investigation had finally reached the most crucial point, Yan Fa gave up at that moment, and everything he had done before was in vain.

"Xuan Cang, this is also the intention of the other two court masters. The situation in the Divine Dynasty has changed again."

Yan Fa knew that Li Xuancang would be disappointed, and he was also disappointed in himself.

Even though they knew the enemy was hiding there, they couldn't find them.

"I accept the court's decision and am willing to bear the punishment."

Li Xuancang's attitude was cold, but Yan Fa could understand his feelings. After talking for a while, he left.

"My lord, why bother with their lives?"

Su Xinghai couldn't understand why Li Xuancang was so concerned about the Eternal Divine Dynasty.

"A storm is brewing; let's train hard!"

Li Xuancang had a feeling that a major change was about to happen, and he needed power even more urgently.

"My lord, I must go to the abyss."

After Su Xinghai cultivated the Devouring Heaven Demon Art, he could devour anything, and the Abyss was simply a hunting ground tailor-made for him.

Only the abyss has so many powerful beings and demons that he can devour to rapidly improve his cultivation.

Be careful in everything.

Even though Su Xinghai had already reached the Cave Heaven Realm, Li Xuancang still couldn't help but give him some advice.

"Rest assured, my lord, I will be extra careful."

Su Xinghai bid farewell to Li Xuancang and then plunged into the abyss.

Li Xuancang was free of worries and could spend more time with his family, enjoying a relaxed and carefree life.

A year passed quickly.

Under Li Xuancang's guidance, Li Ling'er made rapid progress and her cultivation level has broken through to the Divine Treasure Realm.

Bai Mengjiang devoured the Sky Demon and the Behemoth King, and his cultivation has reached the limit of the Dharma Body Realm. He is only one step away from breaking through to the Cave Heaven Realm.

A year has passed, and the capital city remains unchanged, but many parts of the Divine Dynasty have undergone earth-shaking changes.

Many territories fell under the attack of the Abyss, and the territory of the Divine Dynasty gradually shrank.

Blackrock Fortress, dark clouds loom over the city, and a great battle is about to break out.

"roar!"

Countless monsters leaped out of the abyss and attacked the fortress.

"boom!"

The aura of the abyss descended, clashing with the torches in the sky.

"Let's fight."

With a roar from Ling Yunxiao, the Divine Dynasty army, which was on high alert, performed their duties and made the defense line impregnable.

To ensure the Blackrock Fortress was absolutely safe, Ling Yunxiao personally came to oversee the operation.

Ling Yunxiao was flanked by Zhao Mingkong and Qin Xuanling, all three of them looking solemnly at the battlefield below.

"The Abyss has come prepared this time; this battle will be difficult."

According to information gathered by members of the Inquisition who infiltrated the Abyss, the Abyss intends to take Blackrock Fortress in one fell swoop.

The powerful figures, including the Great Sage of Nanli who destroyed the Tianhuang Continent, have already led their armies here.

These powerful figures destroyed the Tianhuang Continent and received rewards from the Abyss Will, which greatly increased their strength. Their participation in the war only made matters worse for the Divine Dynasty.

"The support from the Divine Dynasty can arrive at any time, so there's no need to worry."

Ling Yunxiao was filled with unease, but he still spoke to reassure everyone.

He is the commander-in-chief of the army. If even he panics, the others will only be more terrified.

"It would be great if Lord Li could come and join the battle."

Qin Xuanling spoke with feeling, and Zhao Mingkong, who was standing next to him, deeply agreed.

Both of them had fought alongside Li Xuancang and witnessed his unparalleled combat prowess firsthand.

If Li Xuancang were to join the battle, they would feel more confident.

Despite their high regard for Li Xuancang, Ling Yunxiao looked helpless.

Upon learning that Blackrock Fortress had been attacked, the group thought of asking Li Xuancang to come and provide support, but he refused outright.

Everyone knew that Li Xuancang harbored resentment towards their treatment, and they could not force him to change his mind.

Ling Yunxiao also hoped that Li Xuancang could come to participate in the battle, which would reduce a lot of his pressure. Unfortunately, Li Xuancang refused to participate, and there was nothing he could do about it.

"kill!"

"puff!"

"what!"

"..."

The battle was bloody and brutal, like a living hell, with people constantly falling and never getting up again.

The battle lasted for more than half a month, but the Abyss's offensive did not stop at all; on the contrary, it became even more intense.

The powerful beings of the abyss did not make a move; only a few demonic creatures at the Dharma Body Realm commanded the attack.

Meanwhile, the capital was shrouded in gloom.

"Blackrock Fortress must be defended!"

"We must not let the monsters cross Blackrock Fortress."

"The Divine Dynasty's army will surely defeat the demons and defend the fortress."

"..."

The people already knew that Blackrock Fortress had been attacked, and they were filled with fear and anxiety, praying silently.