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On the battlefield, Tang San, Qian Renxue, and Bibi Dong were fully focused on countering Yang Xiong's Asura Myriad Swords. Each of them unleashed their ultimate techniques.
However, at this moment, Bibi Dong employed the massive formation covering the entire Jialing Pass battlefield, transforming it into a colossal Soul Devouring Spider Emperor. A surge of black energy rose to the sky, blocking the countless sword shadows descending from above.
When Bibi Dong exerted her full strength, the entire formation suddenly seemed to slip out of her control, as if it was no longer under her command. As a result, Bibi Dong could only rely on the Soul Devouring Spider Emperor to directly withstand Yang Xiong's Asura Myriad Swords.
Bibi Dong was astonished. The Jialing Pass formation was the foundation of her ascension to godhood and had always been under her control. Within the formation, she commanded the undead legion.
But now, the undead legion seemed to have broken free from her control in an instant. Even the numerous Title Douluo she had summoned appeared to have lost their autonomy, acting like puppets.
Seeing Yang Xiong launch his full-force attack, Bibi Dong reacted swiftly, activating her seventh soul skill, the Soul Devouring Spider Emperor True Body. She transformed into the colossal form of the spider emperor, directly clashing with Yang Xiong.
The three of them were fully engaged in resisting Yang Xiong. Although Yang Xiong had unleashed his Asura Myriad Swords, he could only barely suppress Tang San, Qian Renxue, and Bibi Dong.
As Yang Xiong gripped the Asura Demon Sword, fending off the attacks from all three opponents, the formation suddenly emitted an extremely eerie aura. This aura materialized rapidly, forming a black scythe. Bibi Dong failed to notice it entirely.
The scythe shot skyward, piercing through Bibi Dong's back and the body of the Soul Devouring Spider Emperor she had transformed into. It then continued its relentless advance, striking directly toward Yang Xiong.
Yang Xiong had been fully engaged in battling the three opponents, doing his best to resist their attacks. This sudden change far exceeded his expectations.
The timing of this black aura was particularly precise—it struck when Yang Xiong and Bibi Dong were aligned, not only blocking Yang Xiong's line of sight but also evading his senses completely.
Even with Yang Xiong's quick reflexes, after the black aura pierced through Bibi Dong, it struck Yang Xiong's abdomen without warning. Despite his formidable defenses, Yang Xiong was gravely wounded by this attack.
Before Yang Xiong could react, Tang San's Rakshasa Demon Scythe suddenly turned. The rotating scythe, which had been spinning continuously, came under Tang San's control in that instant. It struck Yang Xiong from behind, piercing through his shoulder despite his quick reaction.
With Yang Xiong's strength, even after being ambushed twice in succession, he merely gritted his teeth. A terrifying force erupted from within his body, forcefully repelling both the black aura and the Rakshasa Demon Scythe.
However, the sudden attacks left him reeling, and blood trickled once more from the corner of his mouth. Blood gushed violently from his wounds.
Bibi Dong, too, was severely injured. The attack had struck her from behind, and she coughed up blood profusely. Though her injuries appeared slightly less severe than Yang Xiong's, her torso had been completely pierced from the back, with no defense or evasion. Unfortunately, her physical resilience was inferior to Yang Xiong's, even though she had ascended to godhood.
Qian Renxue wasted no words, quickly catching the falling Bibi Dong. Her eyes revealed inner turmoil, even a hint of resentment, but she still managed to steady Bibi Dong.
Meanwhile, the Rakshasa Demon Scythe returned to Tang San's hand. At this moment, Tang San burst into maniacal laughter.
"Hahaha! In the end, I've won. I will be the ultimate victor, the ruler of this entire world!"
Yang Xiong coldly surveyed the battlefield and immediately understood. Whether it was Tang San and Bibi Dong's collaboration or Tang San's sudden strike, everything had likely been part of his plan.
Bibi Dong, too, had suffered grave injuries. Though her condition seemed slightly better than Yang Xiong's, her body had been pierced clean through, directly from the back, without any chance for defense or evasion. Unfortunately, her physical constitution was inferior to Yang Xiong's, even as a god.
Bibi Dong's face was filled with unwillingness: "Why? How could this happen? I painstakingly crafted this formation, used it to ascend to godhood—how could it no longer be under my control?"
Tang San laughed: "Bibi Dong, you're still too naive. You sacrificed hundreds of thousands of lives and painstakingly constructed this grand formation. But in the end, it was all just a stepping stone for me. Now, whether it's this Godslayer Formation or even you yourself, you're nothing more than sacrifices for my growth."
Bibi Dong roared furiously: "All of this belongs to me! I am the ruler of this world! No one can control my fate!"
Tang San let out a crazed laugh: "Bibi Dong, you're nothing but a failure. Failures have no future. Originally, I had no way to deal with all of you, but now both you and Yang Xiong are gravely injured, and Qian Renxue is no match for me. There's no one left in this world who can stop me."
Bibi Dong said: "Tang San, you treacherous wretch! How did you take control of my Godslayer Formation? I am the creator of this formation—no one should be able to scheme against me!"
A hint of disdain flashed in Tang San's eyes: "Bibi Dong, think about it. Where did your Godslayer Formation come from?"
"I am the inheritor of the Rakshasa God, and I have mastered everything belonging to the Rakshasa God, including the God Position and the Rakshasa Demon Scythe. Your so-called Godslayer Formation actually originated from the Rakshasa Secret Realm."
"When the Rakshasa God abandoned you, it meant you were nothing more than a pawn. Everything you possess belongs to the Rakshasa God, let alone this Godslayer Formation you obtained from the Rakshasa Secret Realm."
Bibi Dong fell into a state of madness, her soul power surging wildly: "No! Even if I cannot become the Rakshasa God, I have already ascended to godhood. No one can take everything away from me!"
Tang San spoke again: "Bibi Dong, you misunderstand something. Though this Godslayer Formation was indeed created by you, and these countless sins were caused by you, you were manipulated from the very beginning. You must understand—the core of this Godslayer Formation is the Rakshasa Demon Scythe in my hand."
"By mastering the Rakshasa Demon Scythe, I naturally also gained control over the Godslayer Formation—and even over you, a false god."
Before Yang Xiong, Bibi Dong, and Qian Renxue could react, the soul power emanating from Bibi Dong's body suddenly spiraled out of control. This energy seemed to originate from the depths of her soul, manifesting as a crimson-black scythe that ruthlessly struck Qian Renxue.
Qian Renxue, already unsettled by Bibi Dong's injuries, was caught completely off guard. She was sent flying, her body pierced by a deep wound that appeared exceptionally grotesque.
Qian Renxue coughed up blood, her eyes filled with disbelief: "What's going on? You're not Bibi Dong?"
Before Bibi Dong could say anything, her entire body had already lost control. Her eyes turned scarlet, and she clutched her head, resembling a demon crawling out of hell. She appeared utterly deranged.
"I am the ruler of this world! I am the emperor of the Spirit Hall Empire! I am a true god!"
"The Angel Clan—I will tear you apart! I will eradicate the entire Angel Clan!"
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Everyone could see that Bibi Dong's current state was highly abnormal. Gone was her usual noble and dignified aura; instead, she resembled a pure madwoman or a vengeful spirit.
Yang Xiong glanced at Bibi Dong and immediately understood the situation. A bitter smile formed on his lips.
"Tang San, you've hidden your schemes deeply. It seems you've prepared for this day for a long time—or perhaps the Rakshasa God behind you has been preparing for this for a long time."
Tang San exuded immense confidence: "Yang Xiong, this is a gift I've prepared for you for a long time. You're the only one in this world who could see through my intentions. Unfortunately, now you've lost, and you'll lose everything you possess."
Yang Xiong shook his head: "Whether it's Bibi Dong or Qian Renxue, they've always been nothing more than your pawns. You never intended to confront them. You merely wanted to use them to deal with me."
Tang San said: "You truly are my most valued opponent. To see through my plans so quickly—I haven't wasted my efforts."
"Qian Renxue is nothing but a proud person. Her pride blinds her, making her underestimate me and even look down on me as an enemy."
"Bibi Dong is nothing but a madwoman. Though she ascended to godhood, every step of her journey was within my predictions. I even helped push her along and facilitated the creation of this Godslayer Formation."
"Whether it's the Godslayer Formation or Bibi Dong, they hold no sway over me. Only you, Yang Xiong, are the unexpected variable in all of this, the most unpredictable element."
"Even now, your strength remains formidable enough to inspire fear. Unfortunately, you've grown too arrogant and underestimated me. If not for the three of us attacking simultaneously, we would have had no way to harm you, and I wouldn't have seized this fleeting opportunity."
A bitter expression crossed Yang Xiong's face: "So from the very beginning, your true target has always been me. But I'm curious—when did you start this plan? I've never shown you any hostility, have I?"
Tang San burst into crazed laughter: "Hostility? That's irrelevant. What matters is that you've always stood in the way of my progress."
"Whether in the Douluo World or in the divine realm in the future, as long as you, Yang Xiong, exist, you'll always overshadow me. I'll never have my chance to rise. Therefore, no matter the cost, I must eliminate you first."
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