As time passed, above the Nine Heavens Galaxy, the lightning tribulation continuously gathered but showed no intention of striking, as if waiting for its formation.
"I heard this world-ending lightning tribulation only has one final, powerful strike that destroys the tribulation transcender instantly!" a man said. "If that's the case, he's in great danger!"
"While the world-ending thunder dragons are terrifying, there's at least a sliver of hope!" other disciples chimed in. "We shouldn't kick someone when they're down; rather, we should hope he can overcome this tribulation, as the pinnacle battle cannot afford any losses!"
Those present nodded in agreement, quickly realizing that if Lu Fan met with an accident, the pinnacle battle would inevitably be canceled, becoming a lifelong regret for them. After all, witnessing a battle between two peerless prodigies within the Central Continent Academy was exceedingly rare, and they were unwilling to miss such an opportunity.
"Such a fine talent, about to be destroyed!" Elder Wuming sighed. "It's a pity we are powerless!"
"You can't say that. While the world-ending thunder dragons are indeed terrifying, it's not impossible to withstand them!" Elder Bandao countered. "According to ancient texts, some have successfully overcome such tribulations!"
"Since ancient times, there has only been one such instance, and that person was a Great Sage!" Elder Wuming said with a wry smile. "You know the difference between the two, don't you?"
Elder Bandao was momentarily stunned into silence. He naturally understood this but hadn't expected things to escalate to this point.
Meanwhile, the aura of the world-ending thunder dragons grew increasingly powerful, to the point of being suffocating. Many disciples, out of fear, retreated into their blessed lands, unable to withstand such terrifying lightning power. Even throughout the entire Central Continent, many powerful individuals gazed towards the direction of the Central Continent Academy, feeling a sense of awe. They knew that the true peerless prodigies of the Central Continent were hidden within the Central Continent Academy, but they never imagined that a disciple's tribulation would shake the entire continent. They, too, were witnessing such a terrifying lightning tribulation for the first time and felt a sense of dread.
Lin Wuya stood atop a mountain peak, his gaze indifferent. He had never considered Lu Fan a threat, even if Lu Fan could attract the world-ending lightning tribulation, for in his path, no one could obstruct him. Su Dan novel network. It was a pity that his slight anticipation would ultimately end in disappointment. Lu Fan would not live to see the pinnacle battle, meaning the pinnacle battle would still be his alone.
Rumble...
Rumble...
Rumble...
At that very instant, a series of deafening roars echoed, inspiring fear and panic. No one had expected the heavenly tribulation to be so formidable. Simultaneously, Lu Fan abruptly stood up, his gaze fixed on the world-ending thunder dragons in the sky, feeling a sense of helplessness. He knew all too well that during his last breakthrough to sainthood, Heaven had tried to claim his life, but he had survived. He hadn't expected this tribulation to be even more terrifying and unbearable. This was the world-ending thunder dragon, which even Great Sage level powerhouses might not be able to withstand, yet he had managed to summon it.
"Damn Heaven, I will not yield to you!" Lu Fan shouted coldly, his eyes glinting, his aura surging.
As if hearing Lu Fan's roar, the world-ending thunder dragons intensified their onslaught, churning in the sky as if to show defiance, yet they did not strike. Not a single bolt fell, as if they were continuously accumulating power, waiting for the lightning energy to reach its zenith before breaking through limits and unleashing the full might of the world-ending thunder dragons.
Boom...
Another deep rumble sounded as the thunder dragons surged like a tide, charging towards Lu Fan with menacing momentum. Lu Fan did not hesitate. Forcing spiritual energy to protect his body, he shot straight into the clouds. He knew that facing such heavenly tribulation, he could not harbor any fear. Once fear took root, he would not be recognized by heaven and earth, becoming mere withered bones.
"Such courage, such powerful courage!" many disciples exclaimed, their hearts filled with shock. Lu Fan's actions filled them with envy, facing death with such abandon.
Hu Xian'er stood by, her fists clenched tightly, her eyes filled with pain. She desperately did not want Lu Fan to be harmed, but she could see that under the world-ending thunder dragons, Lu Fan stood no chance of survival. Thinking of this, Hu Xian'er felt a mix of emotions. She had developed feelings for Lu Fan along the way, though he was unaware. Now, as Lu Fan faced imminent death, she could not confess her feelings, adding to her sorrow.
"Big sister, it'll be alright, everything will be alright!" Hu Yu quickly consoled her, his expression earnest, knowing Hu Xian'er's sadness.
"You don't need to comfort me. I know it's too late," Hu Xian'er shook her head. "Indeed, the heavenly laws are unjust. Why must those with extraordinary talent endure such punishment, even being deemed unacceptable by the heavens!"
Hu Yu quickly pulled Hu Xian'er aside, covering her mouth. At this moment, with the tribulation raging, Hu Xian'er's words were against the heavenly laws. If they were detected by Heaven, endless disasters might follow.
Lu Fan transformed into a streak of light and collided with the world-ending lightning tribulation, emitting a terrifying aura that caused the entire Central Continent Academy to tremble. At that very moment, Lu Fan was pierced through by the world-ending thunder dragon and instantly died, turning into ashes.
Those present were all shocked. They knew how terrifying the world-ending thunder dragon was and that they could not contend with it. Lu Fan's instantaneous demise dealt a significant blow to their Dao hearts.
"Brother Lu!" Young Master Tao stood frozen, feeling a sense of helplessness. He had never expected things to turn out this way, catching him completely off guard.
Elder Wuming and Elder Bandao stood stunned, filled with helplessness. They also did not wish to see Lu Fan meet his end, but even as powerhouses, they could not defy the heavenly laws. When Heaven wills someone to perish, no one can stop or defy it; that is the essence of heavenly laws.
Lin Wuya stood on the mountain peak, a look of disappointment, even desolation, on his face. Perhaps this was the helplessness of a true powerhouse. When one becomes so strong that there are no opponents, how much one wishes for an adversary to stand before them and engage in a battle.