Heroes' Prison

Chapter 773 - 737: Advanced Sky Domain Expert

Amid the billowing clouds of smoke in the distance, a black humanoid silhouette began to emerge, slowly approaching. His pace was unhurried, as if he were merely strolling, yet Huang Yi inexplicably felt a suffocating sense of oppression.

As the distance closed, Huang Yi gradually made out the figure’s appearance.

The man’s entire skin was ebony-black, his muscles bulging and brimming with raw power. He was unclothed, his body exposed save for his privates, which were shrouded in a dark aura. He exuded an aura reminiscent of a primitive man from the remote ancient times—uncivilized, feral, and devoid of any trace of refinement.

"A demon clan member?" Huang Yi instinctively arrived at a general conclusion!

The demon race’s creatures in his impressions typically appeared like this—as evidenced by the Fallen Messenger he’d encountered before, whose appearance bore similarities to this figure. However, the aura emanating from this person far exceeded that of the Fallen Messenger; it was as overwhelming as the sun, making it unbearable for one to gaze directly. Judging from the earlier scene, the Heavenly Domain Savage Bull was probably sent flying by this individual’s attack. This adequately showcased the terrifying strength he possessed.

The sudden appearance of a demon clan member instantly reminded Huang Yi of T.N.T. T.N.T had long since joined the ranks of the Seven Archdemons and held a prominent position. It was highly likely that this demon clan figure was one of T.N.T’s creations.

"A master has arrived!" Huang Yi said gravely to Yun Sihai and Lin Yiqin, while also shouting a warning to the two Heavenly Domain Guardians battling outside the barrier, signaling them to be cautious.

At this moment, Soul Ripper spared a glance toward the smoke and dust, his expression jolting and becoming grave. "I can feel it—the soul of that man carries the aura of an advanced Heavenly Realm expert! He’s incredibly powerful! We’re no match for him!"

Upon hearing Soul Ripper’s words, Huang Yi and the others immediately felt an immense pressure surging toward them!

"Indeed, I, the General, am an advanced Heavenly Realm expert!" Even though the imposing figure was separated by quite a distance, it seemed as though he’d heard Soul Ripper’s words. His voice boomed across the expanse, reaching every ear inside and outside Xuanyuan City. It carried a rough, primal edge.

As he advanced, he spoke indifferently, "You cannot protect this city. Retreat now, and you may still save your lives. Otherwise, when I strike, none of you will leave here alive!"

His tone was calm, devoid of anger, yet everyone could unmistakably sense his overwhelming presence. No one doubted the veracity of his words! If they chose not to flee, they might indeed perish here!

"God of Slaughter, do you have any plans?" Yun Sihai turned his anxious gaze toward Huang Yi.

Lin Yiqin swallowed hard, also shifting his focus onto Huang Yi.

"Let me try, but first, we need to destroy the enemy’s magic cannons!" Huang Yi responded resolutely, issuing orders to the two Heavenly Domain Guardians outside the barrier: "Soul Ripper, Twin-headed Snake, leave here at once and annihilate all their magic cannons!"

"Understood, Your Majesty!" The two Heavenly Domain Guardians responded decisively, disengaging from their ongoing conflict with the War Spirits. They darted away at phenomenal speeds, vanishing in an instant to hunt down the invaders’ magic cannons.

At that moment, the distant demon clan figure who called himself the "General" transformed into a streak of black lightning, crossing countless distances in an instant to arrive before Xuanyuan City’s Heavenly Curtain Barrier. He struck out a simple, unadorned punch!

"Boom!" The Heavenly Curtain Barrier surrounding Xuanyuan City recoiled violently under the impact, its radiant glow fluctuating erratically!

Beneath the barrier, every inhabitant within Xuanyuan City froze in terror, their gazes snapping upward to watch the quivering Heavenly Curtain!

The barrier was of Heavenly Domain level, but if subjected to the concentrated fire of dozens or even hundreds of magic cannons, it could be obliterated in an instant!

If a Heavenly Domain expert were to attack it instead, it wouldn’t last much longer. Back when the Half-Beast Holy Land’s chieftain, the 295th-level Barbarian Saint, pursued Huang Yi to Dragon City, that city’s Heavenly Curtain Barrier had only held out for about half an hour. Although this self-proclaimed "General" was slightly weaker than the Barbarian Saint, he could likely breach this barrier within an hour!

In that hour, Xuanyuan City’s defenders had to devise a strategy to counter the advanced Heavenly Realm expert! Worse still, if the enemy combined magic cannon assaults with the General’s attacks, the barrier might collapse immediately! Additionally, the enemy possessed seven War Spirits at Heavenly Domain levels. They, too, could target the Heavenly Curtain Barrier!

Surviving journalists, sensing the dramatic shifts on the battlefield, quickly began broadcasting: "Dear viewers! That ’General’ just declared himself an advanced Heavenly Realm expert, and his overwhelming aura substantiates this claim beyond doubt. Xuanyuan City’s forces are now at a disadvantage—while it boasts numerous Heavenly Domain Guardians, they are merely of primary Heavenly Domain strength and stand no chance against this advanced expert. The recent fate of the Savage Bull vividly illustrates this disparity. Let’s now focus on the God of Slaughter atop the walls; the outcome of this war hinges on the actions he takes next..."

Countless pairs of eyes fixed upon Huang Yi, their gazes brimming with a swirl of emotions—skepticism, hope, despair—all swirling into one. Huang Yi felt the weight of an incredible burden crash down upon him. He wasn’t merely representing the Xuanyuan Clan’s members but also carrying the collective hopes of all Chinese players!

Huang Yi dared not slacken. Summoning forth Heroes’ Prison once more, he strode inside determinedly.

Outside Xuanyuan City, the advanced Heavenly Realm expert continued his relentless assault on the Heavenly Curtain Barrier, steadily eroding its integrity.

Meanwhile, all the Heavenly Domain Guardians were either battling against the War Spirits or dismantling the enemy’s magic cannons.

For now, the battlefield reached a tense deadlock. This fleeting pause was profoundly critical—if Huang Yi failed to devise an effective strategy, the world-renowned super-first-class guild, Xuanyuan Clan, could be wiped from existence. The war itself might result in defeat.

Huang Yi marched urgently through the dimly lit passages of Heroes’ Prison, his footsteps echoing heavily, reverberating through the rows of cells with a claustrophobic, tense urgency.

He consumed every magic potion at his disposal to boost his attributes, then entered the Stone Chamber containing the keys, watching the countless golden streaks of light streaking through the air!

To stop the advanced Heavenly Domain General, he had to release a being of at least advanced—or better yet, top-level—Heavenly Domain strength!

Above the Heavenly Domain tier lay Demigods, but those keys weren’t something Huang Yi could access yet. Only by breaking through the Heavenly Domain tier himself could he hope to wield such power. Yet, with his current level barely above 100, even employing level-up techniques wouldn’t elevate him to that tier.

"Colossal Beast Transformation!" In a split-second decision, Huang Yi activated his rare racial ultimate move. His form expanded dramatically, sprouting flesh wings and fangs, transforming into a massive beast. His attributes doubled, including agility-related stats.

With this newfound speed, he surged into the air, reaching out to grab the keys that whirled around at lightning speed!

The keys moved so swiftly they formed golden lines in his vision, so fast they dazzled the eyes!

But in Huang Yi’s current state, the rapid keys were no longer nigh-impossible targets!

He struck repeatedly, swiftly capturing one exceptionally fast-moving key!

This key bore the number 276!

Huang Yi sighed inwardly. Without flipping open the Book of Heroes, he knew this key was useless and discarded it outright.

Back when he first entered Heroes’ Prison, he’d slain a criminal named Hydra Death Scales, whose number was 250, and its level was 250. This key’s number exceeded that, meaning the captive wasn’t an advanced Heavenly Realm expert!

On the 25th second, Huang Yi seized another tremendously fast-moving key. Yet, its number again surpassed 250—still not meeting the requirements! Frustrated but undeterred, Huang Yi resumed his search.

Eventually, he snagged a third fast-moving key—the number inscribed upon it was 223!

This satisfied the conditions! Level over 250—an advanced Heavenly Domain expert!

Huang Yi immediately flipped open the Book of Heroes to check the details on key number 223’s corresponding criminal.

But the page was blank!

This meant the corresponding cell was empty; the captive had long since perished!

By now, only 10 seconds remained in Colossal Beast Transformation!

If he failed to snag a viable key within this window, his speed would plummet to its original level—making it nearly impossible to grasp one of the rapidly darting keys!

Huang Yi steadied his heart, knowing panic was his enemy. He focused intently on the 10,000-plus golden keys streaking past, tracing their chaotic, seemingly random trajectories as they etched unyielding patterns before his eyes.

He didn’t have time for mistakes—a single attempt had to succeed!

Suddenly, Huang Yi’s focus locked onto a key careening toward him at blinding speed. Its velocity surpassed any key he’d previously tried to snatch! In a fleeting moment, as his eyes flicked over its surface, he caught sight of the engraved number—175!

From what he recalled of the Book of Heroes, this page contained records—the cell wasn’t empty!

This was the one!

With lightning precision, Huang Yi unleashed his enormous beastly claw, lunging for the key!

Victory or defeat hinged on this critical moment!