At this moment, the deserted island had become a death trap.
A terrifying barrier enveloped the entire island, sealing it completely, making it impossible for even a mosquito to escape.
The pervasive gray mist had transformed into poisonous gas, eroding all life.
Ruthless slaughter raged across the island. Within moments, the majority of thousands of living beings were killed or wounded, with only the most powerful managing to struggle on.
However, death seemed to be their only destination.
"Boom..."
A powerhouse at the Supreme Immortal Realm, wielding an immortal artifact, unleashed a brilliant immortal light, furiously striking the barrier. Yet, it only managed to stir a faint ripple.
Even when several Supreme Immortal Realm cultivators joined forces to attack, creating a crack in the barrier, it quickly mended itself.
The barrier's strength and the energy it contained surpassed everyone's imagination. It was likely that even an Emperor Immortal Realm cultivator attacking continuously might not be able to break it.
A creature well-versed in formations discovered a clue and shouted, "This barrier is being manipulated. If we find the mastermind, we might have a chance to survive."
But the island was vast, the poisonous mist blocked divine sense, and coupled with various bizarre attacks, finding the culprit was like searching for a needle in a haystack.
"Sir, daring to attack us means you've offended dozens of factions simultaneously. Can you bear the consequences? Why not stop now? We can let this matter go. What do you say?"
Someone spoke out, attempting to negotiate.
However, there was no response at all.
"Stop shouting. That bastard clearly intends to wipe us all out, leaving no survivors. How malicious."
Many people were filled with despair, believing there was no escape.
Since the other party dared to act this way, they had clearly considered all factors and potential repercussions and would not let them off easily.
"Ao Cheng, you son of a thousand curses, you old turtle, do you really intend to catch us all in one net? I'll…!"
From a cave on the cliff, Guan Shan kept cursing, viciously wishing Ao Cheng would have no sons, or that his wife would have a penis.
He took out the Void Sword Art, which he had purchased at the exorbitant price of fifty-four million immortal crystals, buried it, and then set off with a few subordinates to find Ao Cheng and settle the score.
This way, even if he was defeated and captured, he could use the Void Sword Art as a bargaining chip to ensure his survival.
On the island's highest peak, resembling an uplifted snake's head, there was a special internal space where Ao Cheng resided.
In fact, this deserted island had a significant origin; it was formed from the remains of an ancient evil flood dragon after its death.
Its head still contained a remnant soul of the evil flood dragon, and this remnant soul was already under the control of the Flood Dragon clan. Ao Cheng was using it to manipulate the island's power to deal with everyone.
"Haha, the power contained within the deserted island is beyond imagination. It should be enough to contend with the undead creatures created by the Merfolk. Once I harvest these fat sheep, my Flood Dragon clan will have sufficient strength and wealth to suppress the Merfolk and become the overlord of the Arctic Ocean. At that time, I might have a chance to ascend the Sea Emperor's throne."
Ao Cheng laughed heartily, envisioning a bright future.
Simultaneously, a pink figure flashed through his mind, stirring his emotions.
He felt he was favored by heaven, destined for great fortune in the Arctic Ocean, and had even met a girl who made his heart flutter. Heaven was truly too kind to him.
Ao Cheng manipulated the island's power, harvesting the cultivators, but did not harm Nangong Chou in the slightest.
Nangong Chou's scalp tingled, and cold sweat beaded on his forehead as he witnessed many cultivators meet a tragic end.
Even a renowned elder at the mid-stage of the Supreme Immortal Realm couldn't hold on. Entangled by hundreds of poisonous vines, he was twisted into pieces.
"Strange, why am I completely unharmed? Could it be that my good brother was right, and wearing pink wards off evil?"
Ao Cheng couldn't fathom the reason, believing it was all due to wearing a pink dress.
He resolved to wear more women's clothing in the future to ward off evil spirits and increase his luck.
Nangong Manyin also couldn't understand.
Her treatment was the complete opposite of Nangong Chou's; she received extremely "good" care.
Nangong Manyin was subjected to frenzied attacks. Various poisonous insects, evil creatures, strange trees, and ghostly vines lunged at her as if they wanted to tear her to shreds.
"Why are they targeting me so intensely?"
Nangong Manyin was in grave danger, the unluckiest of them all, facing the most attacks.
Ao Cheng clearly harbored resentment towards this tomboy for beating up his beloved, giving her special treatment and being determined to ensure Nangong Manyin didn't survive.
Upon discovering that Nangong Manyin was not easily dealt with, he specifically came over, intending to finish her off himself to win Nangong Chou's heart.
"You dead tomboy, how dare you bully my beloved girl! This time next year will be your death anniversary."
Ao Cheng arrived through the air, his bulging muscles glowing, domineering and forceful.
His voice was resonant and imposing, displaying his strong physique, deliberately exuding the aura of a tough man.
When he noticed Nangong Chou's beautiful eyes gleaming nearby and her gaze glancing over, he was so excited he wanted to spin around.
"What the hell, that girl is so unlucky to become the beloved of this kind of trash?"
Ao Cheng muttered inwardly, finding Ao Cheng truly disgusting.
Why show off his muscles for no reason? So shameless.
"Ao Cheng, are you sick? With your pathetic appearance, what girl would fancy you?"
Nangong Manyin was utterly confused. She had been behaving herself lately, and besides bullying her younger brother, she hadn't offended anyone else, let alone any girls.
Of course, she didn't know Ao Cheng was the mastermind, otherwise, she wouldn't have wasted words and would have attacked directly.
The term "tomboy" deeply stung Nangong Manyin. No girl could tolerate being called that, so she didn't hold back at all.
"No girl fancies me? Tomboy, you're seeking death!"
Ao Cheng was enraged, roaring at the sky.
His body shimmered with radiance, his bones chimed, emitting a deafening sound, and his physique expanded by a full circle.
His muscles became even more terrifying, radiating a bronze hue, with explosive power surging within.
At the same time, his aura was soaring, revealing his true strength.
"Peak Supreme Immortal Realm? No, there are a few wisps of Emperor Immortal Realm aura. This Ao Cheng has hidden himself so deeply; he's actually a half-step Immortal Emperor!"
Nangong Manyin's expression changed drastically.
She hadn't taken Ao Cheng too seriously initially, but now her demeanor instantly became extremely solemn.
"Do you really think I'll be afraid of you just because you're a half-step Immortal Emperor?"
Nangong Manyin knew she couldn't hold back any longer and began to unleash her full strength.
Her clear eyes suddenly opened and closed, emitting a golden radiance. Her pupils were as bright as the sun, with stars and the moon floating within, and showers of light cascading down, creating an astonishing spectacle.
To deal with Ao Cheng, Nangong Manyin finally revealed the true power of her Golden Eyes to the world for the first time.
Her eyes were golden and brilliant, emitting scorching rays. Wherever her gaze fell, the void distorted, captivating the soul!