Fantasy: After transmigrating, I effortlessly became a god.

Chapter 450 Alliance Breakthrough 4

Faced with the sudden tribulation of lightning, Li Ming remained remarkably calm. This tribulation was both a test and an opportunity, the key to his breakthrough and turning the tide of battle. He took a deep breath, adjusting the surging power within his body, preparing to meet this purest trial in the world.

"It's a tribulation of lightning! Everyone, retreat quickly!"

"Back off, or we'll all be struck dead by the lightning."

The demon soldiers were terrified. They weren't prodigies; they had never survived a tribulation of lightning in their lives. Let alone Li Ming being a True Core Realm expert, equivalent to their Demon King Realm strength, even the tribulation of lightning from an ordinary prodigy was damage they couldn't withstand and would be mercilessly struck dead.

"Soldiers, listen to my command! Retreat one mile and wait for the tribulation to end before killing them." Upon seeing this, Mo Feng's expression changed slightly. Even though he was the main commander of this operation, he could not allow Li Ming to use a tribulation to kill tens of thousands of soldiers.

He hadn't expected Li Ming to trigger a tribulation in such a desperate situation, which meant Li Ming might undergo a transformation during the tribulation, greatly increasing his strength. But Mo Feng was no ordinary person either. A cold smile appeared on his lips as he decided to seize this opportunity to deliver a fatal blow before Li Ming could undergo his tribulation.

"Hmph, so what if you attract the lightning tribulation? Today, you will surely die!" Mo Feng's figure flashed, and he brandished his demonic blade, bringing with him overwhelming demonic energy as he rushed straight towards Li Ming, attempting to end the battle before the lightning tribulation actually struck.

The tribulation of lightning is wondrous; it encompasses all living beings within its range and accompanies the one undergoing the tribulation. Mo Feng, however, is unafraid of the tribulation. He is a renowned powerhouse of the Yu Ren race and the strongest demon emperor in the Youfeng Rift Valley; he feels no fear whatsoever.

"If you want my life, let's see if you have the ability!" Li Ming shouted, his spiritual power surging within him, transforming into a solid shield in front of him. At the same time, he retreated rapidly, trying to increase the distance between himself and Mo Feng, buying himself more time to prepare.

Mo Feng's demonic blade traced a dark arc through the air, crashing into Li Ming's shield with a deafening roar. Instantly, spiritual energy intertwined, erupting in a dazzling light. The powerful impact caused Li Ming's body to tremble slightly, but he still managed to stand firmly on his feet.

"Hmph, you have some skill, but it's far from enough!" Mo Feng sneered, his figure leaping up again like a mad beast, determined to kill Li Ming.

Just then, a deafening roar suddenly echoed through the sky, and the tribulation lightning finally descended. Thick bolts of lightning, like dragons, streaked across the heavens, eventually locking onto Li Ming. Li Ming took a deep breath, feeling the immense power contained within the tribulation lightning, and a sense of anticipation rose within him.

"Come on, let me see just how powerful this tribulation lightning is!" Li Ming roared to the sky, his whole body surging with fierce energy, ready to face the baptism of the tribulation lightning.

Seeing this, Mo Feng's expression grew even more grim. He hadn't expected Li Ming to be so calm, as if this tribulation was merely a trial for him. But Mo Feng wasn't about to give up. He decided to use the pressure of the tribulation to disrupt Li Ming's mind, hoping to find an opportunity to strike.

"Li Ming, today is your death day!" Demon Madman roared, and swung his demonic blade again, carrying even more surging demonic energy, aiming straight for Li Ming's vitals.

However, at this crucial moment, a mysterious power within Li Ming suddenly awakened. He felt an unprecedentedly powerful force surging within him, as if resonating with the lightning in the world. This power made his body light yet resilient, as if even the lightning tribulation could not easily harm him.

Rumble... The lightning tribulation struck, hitting not only Li Ming but also Mo Feng. He paused slightly, then launched a fierce attack. The lightning tribulation was something he inevitably experienced upon breaking through each realm, so he wasn't afraid of it.

"Madman, watch closely! This is the power that allows me to break through my limits!" Li Ming shouted, his figure moving like a ghost through the lightning tribulation, dodging Madman's attacks while guiding the power of lightning to counterattack Madman.

Mo Feng was immediately put on the defensive. He hadn't expected Li Ming to be able to fight so freely during the tribulation. The lightning bolts were like sharp swords obeying Li Ming's command, constantly attacking him and forcing him to divert his attention to deal with them.

Li Ming's tribulation lightning gave Zheng Qian and his group a chance to catch their breath. Countless demons retreated, fearing that they would be enveloped by the tribulation lightning.

"Fight our way out! Fight our way out!" Zheng Qian roared. Li Ming was the number one genius in the Southern Region, and his tribulation would definitely be a nine-fold tribulation, lasting no less than ten minutes. Ten minutes was enough for them to escape the demon race's encirclement.

Taking advantage of the precious opportunity while Li Ming and Lei Jie were dancing together, restraining Mo Feng, Zheng Qian led the Iron-Blooded Conquest Alliance members to quickly regroup, their morale finding a glimmer of hope amidst despair. They knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to escape this place, and everyone gave it their all, unleashing speed and power beyond their limits.

Although the demon race was numerous, they dared not approach too closely under the threat of the lightning tribulation. Even a powerful demon king feared the might of the lightning, lest he be caught in the aftershocks of the tribulation and reduced to ashes. Therefore, the encirclement inadvertently developed a crack, providing Zheng Qian and his group with the possibility of breaking through.

Amidst the tribulation lightning, Li Ming seemed to transform into the master of the thunder. Each strike was skillfully transformed by him, used either for defense or as an attack, launching a fierce counterattack against Mo Feng. His figure appeared and disappeared in the lightning, each appearance accompanied by Mo Feng's clumsy dodge. Mo Feng's expression grew increasingly grim. He realized that Li Ming was no longer the easily subdued opponent he had once been. Now, Li Ming seemed to resonate with the heavens and earth, possessing some unimaginable power.

"You...who exactly are you!" Mo Feng roared, his voice trembling slightly. He had never seen such a strange and powerful opponent. Under the tribulation of lightning, Li Ming was not weakened but became stronger and stronger, which made him feel unprecedented fear.

The fact that a mere human at the True Core Realm could instill fear in him, a late-stage Demon Emperor, was something Mo Feng couldn't believe. The Demon Emperor Realm corresponds to the Domain Realm for humans, a whole major realm for Gao Liming.

Li Ming didn't answer, only a faint smile played on his lips—a smile of pride in surpassing himself, and contempt for his challenger. He understood that this battle wasn't just about survival, but also about proving his path, about showing the world that even against the most powerful enemy, as long as there's light in your heart, hope will never be extinguished.

As the tribulation deepened, the lightning in the sky became increasingly dense, each strike seemingly tearing the heavens and earth apart. Yet, Li Ming found his rhythm within this destructive power. He guided the lightning, as if conducting a grand symphony, each bolt of lightning a note in the movement, together weaving a breathtaking battle song.

Li Ming had been covering the rear and using the lightning tribulation to block the pursuers. Under Zheng Qian's command, the Iron-Blooded Conquest Alliance was about to break out of the encirclement and approach the Starry Chess Formation.

Finally, as the tribulation reached its peak, Li Ming's spiritual power also reached an unprecedented level. He suddenly opened his eyes, and two beams of lightning shot out from them, directly striking Mo Feng. At that moment, Mo Feng felt an irresistible force locking onto him. He tried his best to resist, but was still shaken by this force, causing him to vomit blood and stagger backward.

"Today, I'll show you the power of a true breakthrough!" Li Ming murmured, his figure flashing as he appeared before Mo Feng. He threw a punch with the force of a thunderbolt, sending Mo Feng flying and crashing heavily to the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust.

At the same time, the lightning tribulation seemed to sense Li Ming's transformation, gradually restraining its power and finally dissipating in the sky. Li Ming, standing in place, was surrounded by faint lightning, as if reborn. His eyes were more determined, and his temperament was more extraordinary.

"Charge! Charge out!" Zheng Qian roared, and under his command, streams of spiritual energy unleashed devastating attacks, causing rows of demons to fall. Before the demons behind could even fill in, the six prodigies charged forward like sharp swords.

"Haha, we've broken through!" Zhao Mingxiu laughed. They had finally broken through the encirclement. With Li Ming undergoing his tribulation and single-handedly holding off Mo Feng, the strongest fighter below the pseudo-god realm of the demon race and a late-stage demon emperor, they had finally escaped the encirclement.

“Brother, we’ve made it out.” Zhao Minghang hugged Zhao Mingxiu tightly, his eyes sincere, as if he truly regarded Zhao Mingxiu as his own younger brother.

“We are so destined to be brothers, both from the Zhao family and even of the Ming generation.” Zhao Mingxiu was very excited. He put his arm around Zhao Minghang’s back and shouted excitedly, “Big brother!”

Zheng Qian looked at Li Ming amidst the lightning tribulation, filled with boundless admiration. Li Ming was undergoing the Ninefold Lightning Tribulation: Heavenly Dao Affinity - Nirvana Rebirth Tribulation, the gentlest yet most cruel trial in the world. When a cultivator reaches a bottleneck and must cross the boundary between life and death, gentle lightning imbued with the will of the Heavenly Dao descends from the sky. Seemingly warm like the spring sun, it actually contains endless life force and destruction. The lightning passes through the body, not only without harming its essence, but also nurturing new life amidst destruction, guiding the cultivator to comprehend the true meaning of life and complete the transformation from mortal to immortal. After this tribulation, the cultivator not only greatly increases their strength but also receives the protection of the Heavenly Dao, their future path bright.

After this battle, Li Ming's fame will spread throughout the land and across the human realm. To possess True Core Realm strength against Mo Feng, hailed as the strongest below the Pseudo-God Realm in Youfeng Rift Valley, and even repel the Ninefold Lightning Tribulation while breaking through—how many prodigies among the human race could achieve such power?

The entire human race can be counted on one hand.

Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of breaking through the encirclement, a strange light suddenly appeared on the distant horizon. It was the fluctuation of the teleportation array. Obviously, the demon race had not given up the pursuit, but had chosen a more direct method, attempting to annihilate this elite human team in one fell swoop through spatial teleportation.

"Not good, the demon race has used a large teleportation array!" Zheng Qian's expression changed drastically. He quickly looked around, searching for possible hiding places or counterattack strategies.

Li Ming was still fighting Mo Feng when he sensed the tense atmosphere in the air. His eyes were sharp as he said in a deep voice, "If you want to kill us, you will pay a heavy price."

Zhao Mingxiu and Zhao Minghang exchanged a glance. Without a word, the brothers tacitly dispersed to either side of the formation, preparing to meet the approaching demon army. The other prodigies also took their positions, ready for battle, their eyes gleaming with unyielding spirit.

Just then, the spatial rift suddenly expanded, and hundreds of demon warriors surged out like a tidal wave amidst a roar. Their target was the center, clearly indicating that they recognized the importance of Li Ming and the others.

"Hmph, just in time!" Li Ming snorted coldly, his figure instantly transforming into a bolt of lightning as he took the initiative to meet the attack. Each of his attacks carried the power of thunder, and wherever he passed, demon warriors fell one after another, none of them able to withstand his onslaught.

Under the shroud of the lightning tribulation, all the demon kings who were at the same level as Li Ming were annihilated, not to mention the demons below the demon king level.

"Destroyed the moment you appeared, you are nothing but this." Li Ming's powerful counterattack caused the demon army to pause. His overwhelming force seemed to tremble even in space, and for a moment, no one dared to approach him easily. He was surrounded by the lingering power of the tribulation lightning, and every move he made seemed to be blessed by the power of the Heavenly Dao, instilling fear in the demon warriors.

Seeing this, Zheng Qian felt slightly relieved, but then his nerves tightened again. He knew that since the demon race dared to use a large teleportation array, they must have something to rely on. These people in front of him were just the vanguard; the real threat was yet to come.

"Everyone, maintain formation, do not panic!" Zheng Qian's voice was firm and powerful, piercing through the noise of the battlefield and bringing a sense of calm to everyone.

The brothers Zhao Mingxiu and Zhao Minghang moved like two whirlwinds among the demon warriors. Their swordsmanship was fierce and their coordination was perfect. Wherever they went, the demon warriors retreated in defeat. Zhao Mingxiu's sword light was like a dragon, extremely sharp; Zhao Minghang's swordsmanship was like a phoenix dancing in the sky, exceptionally agile. When the two brothers joined forces, their power was multiplied.

The other prodigies were not to be outdone, each unleashing their full power in fierce battles against the demon warriors. On the battlefield, swords clashed, soul magic roared, and the air was thick with the stench of blood and burnt flesh. Yet, the human warriors' eyes showed no sign of retreat, only a thirst for victory and a determination to protect their homeland.

Just then, an even stronger spatial fluctuation came, and a chilling aura approached from afar. Everyone looked up and saw six figures slowly descending from the darkness in the sky. The pressure emanating from them silenced the entire battlefield.

"Those are... the six demon emperors of the demon race!" Zheng Qian's expression changed drastically. The six demon emperors who had ambushed them earlier had also arrived. With the seven demon emperors joining forces, even if all of them joined forces, they would be unable to defeat them.

Li Ming felt the pressure and his brows furrowed, but he did not back down; instead, his fighting spirit intensified. He knew that retreating at this moment would mean the annihilation of the entire team and the trampling of human dignity.

"Hmph, so what if they are seven demon emperors? What do I, Li Ming, have to fear!" He shouted, his figure transforming into lightning once more, soaring straight into the sky to face the seven demon emperors.

The residual power of the tribulation lightning surrounded Li Ming, as if clad in golden armor. Each of his strikes contained the power of thunder, and he engaged in an earth-shattering battle with the seven demon emperors. In the sky, lightning and demonic energy intertwined, and the deafening roar seemed to make the entire world tremble.

"Heh heh, your death is only a matter of time, and you are just one of our targets." Mo Feng's younger brother, Mo Long, sneered as he swooped down from the sky, flying across the battlefield and heading straight for the Iron Blood Conquest Alliance.

"Demon, die!" Zhao Minghang raised his sword and charged forward, only to be sent flying by Mo Long's palm strike. The two were separated by a major realm, and Zhao Minghang had been fighting for a long time, so he couldn't withstand a single palm strike from Mo Long, who was at the late stage of the Demon Emperor realm.

Zhao Mingxiu watched as Mo Long flew towards him and unleashed a sword strike without hesitation. Sparks flew as the greatsword struck Mo Long, but it didn't even break Mo Long's skin. Zhao Mingxiu tried to escape, but it was too late. Mo Long punched him, causing him to cough up blood, and then held him in his hand.

Before the six prodigies could provide support, Zhao Mingxiu was already caught by the incredibly fast Mo Long: "Hehe, Zhao Huang, the commander of the Radiant Legion, is the one I, Mo Long, have been looking for."

Zheng Qian's eyes narrowed, he took a deep breath, and took out a small red square box from his spatial ring. Inside was the Spirit Aperture Strengthening Pill that Yun Youzi had refined for him.