After uttering these words, the smile on the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor's lips became even more pronounced.
At the same time, an aura as vast as the ocean surged forth, sweeping everyone into its embrace.
This aura was terrifying, causing the entire world to tremble.
Under the might of the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor, all things were forced to submit!
"Such an imposing aura, is this the power of the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor?"
Wu Tian pushed his Saint Dragon Heavenly Thunder Body to its limit, using it to resist the violent aura.
Among the others, apart from Su Qian Nai, the Twelve Heavenly Venerates all changed color and spat out a mouthful of blood!
The Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor retracted his aura and then said with a smile, "How is it? Do you understand now?"
A strange atmosphere enveloped everything.
Wu Tian and the others looked uneasy, their eyes twitching slightly.
They had never underestimated the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor's strength, but they hadn't expected that even after estimating him to be at such a high level, they had still underestimated him.
Such power was beyond the reach of any other Demon Emperor.
Even with Wu Tian's current strength, he still felt a tremor of fear.
Seeing everyone fall silent, the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor said again, "It seems you have answered my question with your expressions."
"Do you know now? You are nothing to me."
"The reason I took you in was simply because I valued talent."
"But now it's different. Our demon race has no need for Saint Dragons and Heavenly Phoenixes, so it would be better for you to die here today."
With that, a faint black light appeared on the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor's body.
The black light looked exceptionally dim, and the energy contained within it was undoubtedly immense.
Wu Tian regained his senses and said to the Twelve Heavenly Venerates, "Everyone, leave this place to us."
"I believe it's better for you not to participate in this battle."
The Twelve Heavenly Venerates were stunned by these words, and then quickly understood Wu Tian's meaning.
Wu Tian was right. They couldn't even resist the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor's aura, so how could they possibly fight him?
Although they had all become Immortal Kings, they were merely Spirit Immortal Kings.
Such strength was like a mantis trying to stop a chariot when facing the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor; even if they tried to help, they would be useless.
Although they were unwilling to retreat like this, the Twelve Heavenly Venerates were not fools. Since they couldn't help, there was no point in staying and hindering them.
Therefore, the Demon Subduing Heavenly Venerate nodded and said, "I understand. Then, Sect Master Wu, this place can only be left to you and Miss Su."
"If you need anything, be sure to tell us immediately. Even if it means death, we will come!"
Wu Tian nodded and said, "I know. You may leave."
The Twelve Heavenly Venerates exchanged glances, then looked at the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor with apprehension. They then transformed into several streams of light and retreated a thousand miles away.
Seeing this, the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor had no intention of pursuing them. Instead, he smiled faintly and said, "What, are you two planning to stay and play the hero?"
"However... do you really think you can stop me?"
"After I kill you, they will still die, so what's the point of all this?"
"Therefore, your decision is truly laughable!"
Wu Tian said coldly, "It won't be that easy to kill us."
"I admit you are very strong, but so what? Today, no matter the cost, we will stop you!"
The Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor shook his head and chuckled, "You truly lack self-awareness. Since that's the case, I'll make you suffer a little."
As soon as he finished speaking, the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor casually pointed a finger at Wu Tian.
In an instant, a piercing black light pierced the air and flew straight towards Wu Tian.
This seemingly ordinary attack made Wu Tian feel as if he were facing a formidable enemy.
He dared not be negligent and immediately thrust the Scepter of the Thunder God forward.
A pure beam of lightning shot out, colliding fiercely with the black light.
"Ugh!"
In less than half a breath, Wu Tian deeply felt a heavy pressure surge into his body.
The black light, as if unimpeded, advanced relentlessly, forcing back Wu Tian's lightning.
Wu Tian's heart sank. Just as he was about to increase the influx of immortal energy, the black light's speed was too great. Even with his abilities, he found it difficult to react quickly.
The black light, like a venomous snake, rapidly devoured his lightning and then struck his body fiercely!
Boom!
An explosion sounded, and black mist immediately enveloped Wu Tian.
"Wu Tian!" Su Qian Nai exclaimed.
Just as she was about to rush forward, she heard someone shout from within the black mist, "Don't worry, I'm fine!"
Golden light bloomed within the black mist, and soon, the black mist was completely dispersed.
"Oh?" The Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor seemed slightly surprised by this.
He smiled and said, "Saint Dragon power combined with Heavenly Thunder Body? Your body is quite resilient."
In his gaze, Wu Tian's upper body clothing had been torn apart, revealing his strong physique bathed in a dazzling golden light, resembling a golden-bodied Arhat.
The majestic dragon patterns were lifelike, as if they were about to burst forth from his body at any moment.
The Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor was right. When he was hit by the attack, Wu Tian's Saint Dragon Heavenly Thunder Body had indeed played a huge role.
After all, he had now reached the strength of a Four-Spirit Immortal King, and with the increase in his strength, his Saint Dragon Heavenly Thunder Body had also undergone a significant evolution.
The Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor's casual strike was enough to completely kill a Three-Spirit Immortal King, but to pierce through his body like this was not so easy.
At the same time, Wu Tian's heart was filled with a great sense of shock.
He knew clearly that the Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor's attack just now had not been at all serious.
Yet, such a casual attack could unleash such terrifying power.
The Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor's strength was unfathomable, far surpassing his own.
But even so, he did not retreat. Instead, he said loudly, "Saint Heavenly Demon Emperor, stop your posturing. Unleash whatever moves you have!"
"I admit your strength is indeed formidable."
"However, since you were sealed by the Saint Dragon back then, you will not escape the same fate today!"