628. Illusory Realm Suppresses Seven Supremes

628. Illusory Realm Suppresses Seven Supremes

"What? Another battle at the level of Supremes?" exclaimed one of the Supremes. "Azure Emperor Supreme, have you lost your mind?"

"What's the situation now? All of us Supremes together number only eight, while the Dark Demon Domain boasts over twenty, perhaps even thirty Supremes! With such a disparity in numbers, how can we possibly engage in a grand battle against the Supremes of the Dark Demon Domain?"

"If there really is a battle, it's possible we might be completely annihilated. Then, the Divine Realm would be truly finished!"

Many Supremes opposed the idea. Indeed, if they were dispersed throughout various locations, they might still be able to resist the Dark Demon Domain somewhat, perhaps even stalling some of their actions.

But if they gathered together for a grand battle against the Supremes of the Dark Demon Domain, they might be completely overwhelmed and annihilated. The cost was too great, and naturally, the other Supremes objected.

However, facing opposition from the other Supremes, the Azure Emperor Supreme remained calm, seemingly not anxious at all. Instead, he calmly asked, "Don't you want to know what 'glimmer of hope' I was talking about? Do you really think I'd lead us to our deaths?"

The other seven Supremes paused, taken aback. Right, why would the Azure Emperor Supreme lead them to their deaths?

There must be some assurance. But under the current circumstances, where could there be any assurance? There seemed to be not even a sliver of hope.

The Azure Emperor Supreme, speaking slowly and deliberately, said, "Do you know of Martial Ancestor Lin, Lin Fei of my Ancient Covenant? He has a method worth trying. Perhaps, it could turn the tide and save the Divine Realm!"

The seven Supremes raised their eyebrows. They, of course, recognized Lin Fei. His name was even more renowned than those of the Supremes. Almost everyone in the entire Divine Realm knew of him. But how many in the Divine Realm really knew of these Supremes?

However, no matter how famous Lin Fei was or how immensely talented, he was currently merely a Martial Ancestor. To rely on a Martial Ancestor to play a significant role at the level of Supremes, even to the point of potentially turning the tide—could that really be possible?

Facing the doubtful gazes of the gathered Supremes, the Azure Emperor Supreme remained unperturbed, his demeanor calm and even amused. "Whether it's true or not, you will know once you see it for yourselves. More words from me would be superfluous!" he declared confidently.

"Lin Fei," he called out, prompting an immediate response.

Confident in his Illusory Realm's capabilities, Lin Fei was curious to see just how long he could maintain suppression against such formidable opponents. Would it be three breaths, or perhaps five?

With a simple command, "Illusory Realm!" Lin Fei activated his unique ability.

As the Illusory Realm descended with a resounding "boom," the seven Supremes stood hands behind their backs, seemingly unconcerned. They were curious, no doubt, but skeptical—after all, what could a mere Martial Ancestor do against seven Supremes?

However, as the Illusory Realm enveloped them, their expressions shifted dramatically. They found themselves suddenly pulled into a peculiar environment, their minds trapped in an unexpected state of suppression from which they couldn't escape. By the time they thought to struggle, it was already too late.

The spectacle of seven Supremes simultaneously subdued by the Illusory Realm of a Martial Ancestor was astonishing. Within the grand hall, the Azure Emperor Supreme watched with a faint smile.

"Suppressed," he murmured. "Lin Fei's Illusory Realm is indeed extraordinarily powerful. Not only can it suppress a Supreme, but it can also suppress multiple Supremes simultaneously."

The Azure Emperor Supreme had suspected as much, but seeing it in action was something else entirely. He remained silent, observing quietly to see just how long the suppression would last.

One breath passed, then two. Lin Fei showed no signs of strain. After three full breaths, the Supremes showed no signs of recovery, and Lin Fei still appeared effortless.

The Azure Emperor Supreme's expression grew serious; this performance was beyond even what he had anticipated.

Three breaths could be seen as remarkable enough, but the suppression continued.

Four breaths... Five breaths... Six breaths...

After a full six breaths, one of the Supremes slowly began to emerge from the suppression, the first to break free from Lin Fei's Illusory Realm. The expression on his face, as he recalled being subdued, was grim; to be suppressed by a Martial Ancestor was not only shocking but also somewhat humiliating, especially given the duration.

"Alright, Lin Fei, retract your Illusory Realm," the Azure Emperor Supreme finally spoke, acknowledging the demonstration's success. Suppressing seven Supremes for six breaths was more than enough to prove the power of Lin Fei's technique.

At the Azure Emperor Supreme's command, Lin Fei withdrew the Illusory Realm, and all the Supremes quickly regained their full faculties.