The deep-sea giant eel was covered in hard scales, with a sharp horn on its head, making it effortless to burrow.
In the blink of an eye, it dug deep into the beach, wreaking havoc on the Five Elements Killing Array underground.
Boom, boom, boom…
Five earth-shattering explosions.
The west coastline erupted in a massive blast, leaving a scene of devastation. The Five Elements Killing Array failed to serve its purpose, detonated prematurely by a deep-sea giant eel.
Chi Qingying's delicate face lost all color. She had hoped the Five Elements Killing Array would inflict heavy losses on the sea tribe's army, but it only managed to kill one deep-sea giant eel.
However, her pupils dilated, and she stared into the distance in disbelief, her face filled with horror.
The deep-sea giant eel had not been blown to smithereens. It flew out from underground, bloody and battered.
Its torn and mangled body was rapidly healing, and in a mere moment, it was as good as new.
"Immortal and indestructible, the sea tribe has actually succeeded in creating such a demonic creature!"
Chi Qingying's heart sank to the bottom.
She then recalled that Ximen Cang had mentioned the sea tribe was no longer what it used to be, having mastered an irresistible evil power. She had never believed him, but the reality was cruelly unfolding.
If even the Five Elements Killing Array couldn't destroy the deep-sea giant eel, could she possibly withstand it?
She had no confidence in victory.
"Don't worry, godmother. Back in the Void Secret Realm, Mr. Ji single-handedly killed a Nether Undying Vine. If he's willing to act, this deep-sea giant eel shouldn't be difficult to deal with."
Xia Wan'er, having witnessed similar immortal demonic creatures, appeared relatively calm.
She believed Ji Mo would have an easy time handling it.
Chi Qingying looked towards the direction of the Wind, Flower, Snow, Moon Pavilion, her gaze dimming, as Ji Mo still had not appeared.
"I heard Mr. Ji was busy until late last night and is probably still sleeping. He likely won't intervene."
Cui Niang shared the information she had gathered, judging that Ji Mo would choose to mind his own business and not get involved in this war.
It was understandable; knowing they were doomed to lose, why would he come to his death?
Madam Chi said in a deep voice, "Mr. Ji has saved our Chi family several times. We cannot drag him down and put him in danger. From now on, we will face this ourselves. Whether we live or die, we leave it to fate!"
"Chi Qingying, stop your futile resistance. It's not too late to beg for mercy."
A colossal Six-Eyed Demon Bone Fish leaped out of the sea and charged towards Blue Jade City, Han Zhu standing atop its head.
To showcase their strength and intimidate all sides, the sea tribe had deployed two immortal creatures this time.
This was a deliberate display of their might, allowing other forces to witness the sea tribe's power, deterring them from obstructing the sea tribe's expansion in the future.
Han Zhu was full of spirit, a triumphant smile on her face.
Having breached the west coast defense line and captured Blue Jade City, she was the foremost contributor, with boundless prospects ahead.
Today, she intended to flatten the Chi family with minimal cost, beginning her glorious life.
The Six-Eyed Demon Bone Fish and the deep-sea giant eel led the way, followed by countless sea monsters. They charged forward with murderous intent, sweeping towards Blue Jade City.
No one could stop them; all obstacles would be torn to shreds.
The protective array of Blue Jade City was fully activated. The city walls, nearly a hundred meters high, shimmered with flowing light, array patterns dancing, unleashing incredibly terrifying power.
However, it only held for the time it took an incense stick to burn. Large sections of the city walls were smashed to pieces by the Six-Eyed Demon Bone Fish and the deep-sea giant eel.
The protective array was rendered useless.
This meant Blue Jade City's last defense was lost.
The entire Chi family was plunged into sorrow. The west coast defense line, never breached in history, had finally and completely fallen.
"Madam Chi, Chi Qingying, and all you fools who insist on opposing the sea tribe, surrender if you know what's good for you. Before the powerful and invincible sea tribe, you are mere ants,不堪一击 (unable to withstand a single blow). To block the chariot with your arms is a path to death."
Those forces that had already defected to the sea tribe began to emerge, swarming outside the Chi family, eager to show their loyalty and claim merit.
They were all beaming with excitement, believing they had made the right choice.
Following the sea tribe would surely lead to a life of luxury and ease.
"Surrender? Wishful thinking! At worst, we die. In eighteen years, we'll be heroes again."
"How can I, a mighty eight-foot man, be like you spineless lackeys? We will die with dignity, never bowing or scraping."
"Come, fight…"
These righteous individuals had long since put their lives aside. They were not cowering at all, filled with righteous indignation and ready to fight to the death.
Though not numerous, they, along with the people of the Chi family, stood tall, drawing their weapons and treasures, bravely facing enemies countless times their own number.
Chi Qingying cast one last glance into the distance. The person in her heart still had not appeared.
She gave a bitter smile. Would she not even have a chance to see him one last time?
"Godmother, we misjudged him."
Xia Wan'er's face was filled with disappointment. It turned out that it was only in times of crisis that one could truly see people's hearts.
Ji Mo was ultimately not the man who could be their pillar of support.
Inside the Wind, Flower, Snow, Moon Pavilion, Ji Mo was indulging in food and drink.
He had been busy for the past few days, staying indoors and completely unaware of what was happening outside.
At this moment, he was singing, rapping, and playing a conch.
"Yo, yo, yo, I'm rocking the West Coast, pure West Coast. You bastards will be blown to smithereens later…"
Ji Hanhan was in high spirits, drinking and eating while humming a rap he'd made up with his off-key voice.
His efforts over the past few days had paid off. He had completed a piece he was very satisfied with and was overjoyed.
Yan Zhi stood by, hesitant to speak. She wanted to remind him that the sea tribe was encroaching and the Chi family was in grave danger, and ask if he intended to intervene.
But then she thought, with Young Master Ji's strength, even without leaving his room, he should be aware of everything happening outside. Why did he show no sign of worry?
She didn't believe Ji Mo was heartless or didn't care about the Chi family, because Ji Mo had worked tirelessly for days, pouring so much effort and energy into painting that picture for Chi Qingying.
As Yan Zhi listened to Ji Mo's rap, she suddenly had a jolt, her breathing quickening.
Could it be that everything was within Young Master Ji's calculations?!
She carefully savored the meaning of the lyrics, growing more astonished as she thought about it, vaguely sensing that Ji Mo seemed to be playing a grand game, a very grand game.
"Surrender, or die."
Han Zhu issued her final ultimatum, simultaneously looking around and mockingly sneering, "Where is that Ji Mo? Hiding like a turtle in a shell? Heh heh, I will drag him out and have him cut into a thousand pieces. Those who dare offend me will meet a terrible end."
Chi Qingying naturally refused to surrender. She drew out the Nether Undying Vine, preparing for a desperate battle.
And at this moment.
Bonny appeared, handing a scroll to Chi Qingying and saying enviously, "Here, this is from that bad guy for you."