Just as the power of Chu Feng’s formation was about to reach Lü Jie, the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array beneath Lü Jie suddenly opened its eyes and then its mouth.
As the mouth opened, the entire Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array transformed, as if a slumbering beast had awakened.
Whoosh—
In an instant, a tremendous suction force erupted from its mouth.
The suction was so strong it caused the winds and clouds to reverse.
Even the world-destroying forces of wind, thunder, water, fire, and earth were completely drawn into the array’s mouth.
At the same time, the statue-like body began to change. Its skin and interior transformed.
Within its body, the five forces of wind, thunder, water, fire, and earth surged, even altering the colour of its skin.
If the Heaven-Swallowing Array had previously resembled a statue, it now seemed a living beast.
Seeing this, Chu Feng’s expression shifted.
But the onlookers were not overly surprised.
This was the strength of the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array.
It could swallow nearly any attack. Unless the attacking force far exceeded the array’s power, it could not be destroyed, only consumed.
This was why Lü Jie stood outside the array yet feared no attack.
With the Heaven-Swallowing Array in place, no attack could reach him.
However, Chu Feng did not stop. He continued to drive his offensive formation, relentlessly unleashing the five forces of wind, thunder, water, fire, and earth, attacking Lü Jie.
In fact, the power Chu Feng now released was even stronger than before.
Moreover, Chu Feng directed his formation’s power to surround Lü Jie from all directions.
But it was futile. No matter the direction or the increased power, as the attacks neared Lü Jie, they were enveloped by the array’s suction and drawn into the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array’s mouth.
“Keep going. This level is far from enough.”
“Put in more effort, use all your strength!”
Seeing Chu Feng persist, Lü Jie laughed smugly.
“Chu Feng, stop. The Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array is extremely powerful.”
“Not only can it swallow your power, but it also stores the energy you release within the array.”
“Your current attacks are being accumulated within its formation. When the time is right, it will release all your power back at you.”
“The stronger your attacks now, the more dangerous it will be for you later.”
Suddenly, a secret transmission reached Chu Feng’s ears.
It was Master Tang Chen’s voice.
Master Tang Chen noticed Chu Feng hadn’t grasped the array’s true power.
Fearing Chu Feng would suffer, he offered this warning.
But Chu Feng seemed deaf to Master Tang Chen’s words, stubbornly continuing his assault.
Under these circumstances, the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array not only changed in appearance, growing stronger in aura, but also began to increase in size.
“This is bad. The Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array is using Chu Feng’s attacks to gather power within itself. This power is too strong. If it’s released all at once against Chu Feng, he won’t be able to withstand it.”
Seeing this, many believed Chu Feng was in grave danger.
Lü Jie, meanwhile, was utterly triumphant.
“Chu Feng, admit defeat now, and I’ll spare your life.”
Lü Jie said to Chu Feng.
He knew the power accumulated in the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array was enough to kill Chu Feng.
Of course, he also knew he couldn’t actually kill Chu Feng.
There were many experts present, not to mention Master Tang Chen, who seemed friendly with Chu Feng.
Even Elder Ruyi thought highly of Chu Feng.
So, Lü Jie believed that even if the array’s accumulated power could kill Chu Feng, someone would intervene.
Otherwise, he wouldn’t waste words with Chu Feng but would kill him outright.
But Lü Jie was clever. Knowing he couldn’t kill Chu Feng, he opted to humiliate him instead.
What if Chu Feng actually surrendered and begged for mercy?
Then, from this day forward, no one would question Lü Jie’s dominance.
He would remain the strongest of the younger generation in the Holy Light Galaxy.
No one would challenge his position.
“Admit defeat now, and I can indeed spare your life.”
Chu Feng said calmly.
His words stunned not only Lü Jie but also the onlookers.
What was going on?
Did Chu Feng still not realize the dire situation?
Did he not see that Lü Jie’s array had accumulated enough power to destroy him?
“You still won’t admit defeat? If you don’t, I’ll make my move.”
Chu Feng looked at Lü Jie and said.
“Ignorant fool. Since you’re so eager to die, I’ll grant your wish.”
As Lü Jie spoke, he formed hand seals, and the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array began to change.
The array’s mouth remained open, still swallowing Chu Feng’s relentless five forces.
But the statue-like body began to move.
The statue raised its two massive hands, and its arms glowed with dazzling light.
Everyone realized the power accumulated within the defensive array was about to be unleashed through those arms.
“Chu Feng, I’ll give you one last chance. Will you admit defeat, or face my judgment?”
Lü Jie asked Chu Feng again.
“I’ll give you one chance too. Admit defeat now, and I’ll let you off.”
“If you insist on acting, I guarantee you’ll regret it.”
Chu Feng said.
Despite being in mortal danger, Chu Feng spoke such words.
This truly enraged Lü Jie, who decided he must teach Chu Feng a lesson.
“Arrogant fool. Since you don’t know what’s good for you, I’ll fulfill your death wish.”
Boom—
With that, Lü Jie acted.
Under his command, the statue’s arms unleashed a tremendous force.
It was the combined power of wind, thunder, water, fire, and earth.
But now, released from the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array, it was over a hundred times stronger than Chu Feng’s original power.
Even the five forces still being released from Chu Feng’s offensive array, when meeting this power from the Heaven-Swallowing Array, were like rivers meeting the sea, instantly consumed.
This was the accumulated effect of the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array.
“It’s over.”
Seeing this, many believed the outcome was decided.
Though Chu Feng had won the first round, he was certain to lose this second round.
Their duel would likely end in a draw.
But Chu Feng couldn’t withstand this strike.
If others intervened to save him, it would mean Chu Feng’s defeat.
If Chu Feng couldn’t block it himself, he couldn’t continue to the next round.
That would still mean his defeat.
So, in the eyes of the onlookers, this duel was about to end.
“Truly stubborn.”
Yet, facing this terrifying power surging toward him, Chu Feng merely shook his head with a smile.
Swish, swish, swish—
Then, Chu Feng’s hand seals changed, and he pointed at Lü Jie.
“My heavens, could it be?!!”
The next moment, everyone’s expressions changed drastically.
The terrifying power released from the Spirit Beast Heaven-Swallowing Array suddenly reversed direction, turning back to attack Lü Jie.
