Surrounding the ancient imperial dynasty were many other imperial forces. Initially, they thought this battle would end quickly, given the ancient imperial dynasty's strength.
They were shocked that a lord's territory dared to attack the ancient imperial dynasty.
Factions adjacent to the ancient imperial dynasty immediately dispatched a large number of powerful individuals to investigate. The results were astonishing.
The territory was immense, and the attackers were well-prepared. Their attacks were incredibly potent, capable of destroying city formations with a single strike, followed by other attacks that annihilated all the strong individuals within the city.
"What kind of attack is this? It's too powerful. Whose territory is this? Are they planning to annihilate the entire ancient imperial dynasty?"
"Is this a divine realm expert's attack? This fire dragon, imbued with the law of flames, makes me feel the presence of death!"
"It can't be a divine realm expert. This is clearly multiple entities attacking. There's an ice phoenix imbued with the law of ice, a storm-attribute giant, my heavens, what is that? It's the aura of the law of space, that's the law of darkness..."
All factions were immensely shocked by these attacks, each carrying terrifying destructive waves.
They dared not approach or engage, as each of these attacks could directly lead to the demise of a demigod.
Everyone gazed at the territory floating in the sky, lost in thought. This territory was thousands of times larger than a normal one, like a nation descended.
What was even more astonishing was that such a vast territory could fly, appearing as a nation in the sky.
Some wished to fly higher to observe the territory's appearance. They saw a territory radiating colorful light.
"A territory of colorful light, and these city walls, this moat, it's truly magnificent. Whose territory could this be?"
"Recently, I've heard of a similar territory. It seems to belong to a lord from the Canglan Continent. And didn't the ancient imperial dynasty attack such a lord some time ago?"
"Are you saying they've come for revenge?"
"That's the only explanation that makes sense. If people from the ancient imperial dynasty attacked them, shouldn't they be allowed to retaliate?"
"It seems the ancient imperial dynasty has provoked a tough opponent. They've always been quite arrogant. Fortunately, we have no enmity with such a figure."
These factions relayed the information back to their respective imperial dynasties. These dynasties immediately began inquiring about information regarding the individual the ancient imperial dynasty had attacked on the Canglan Continent previously.
These imperial factions quickly obtained all the information about Zhou Yan's territory. Apart from the color difference, all other details matched.
The dragon-shaped city walls, the wide moat, its ability to fly, and a territory far larger than ordinary ones, all confirmed that this was Zhou Yan from the Canglan Continent, seeking revenge.
Such overt revenge, with no attempt at concealment, seemed to be Zhou Yan's way of proving to everyone on the Divine Demonic Continent that he would never let go of those who provoked him.
Moreover, judging by Zhou Yan's actions, it appeared he intended to completely annihilate the ancient imperial dynasty.
For a lord to desire the destruction of an ancient imperial dynasty that had existed for hundreds of thousands of years, especially a lord who had only taken two years from awakening his territory to its current state, was truly astounding.
This development speed was so rapid that it was hard for them to comprehend.
A territory developed for only two years was openly challenging a territory that had existed for hundreds of thousands of years, aiming to uproot it entirely.
What immense determination and overwhelming confidence were required to undertake such a wild endeavor!
"Notify everyone, do not act rashly. No one is to provoke them."
The nations surrounding the ancient imperial dynasty issued such orders. They did not wish to provoke Zhou Yan and preferred to observe whether Zhou Yan could truly destroy the ancient imperial dynasty through his own power.
Meanwhile, in the ancient imperial dynasty's imperial palace, sat the current emperor, Gu Di Tian.
He was the reigning emperor of the ancient imperial dynasty. Upon hearing that a lord not only could summon his territory to the Divine Demonic Continent but was also attacking his nation, Gu Di Tian scoffed. He believed it was impossible for a single territory to contend against the entire ancient imperial dynasty.
Gu Di Tian did not take it seriously and said to his ministers, "It's just a territory. While it has the ability to summon its territory to the Demonic God Continent, can you not even deal with one lord?"
"Your Majesty, this lord is no ordinary individual. He is the foremost expert of the Canglan Continent, a formidable enemy for our ancient imperial dynasty! Our forces suffered a crushing defeat in the Canglan Continent because of him."
A military official stepped forward, responsible for dealing with hostile forces. The Canglan Continent was merely one of many worlds the ancient imperial dynasty contended with.
A large power could not exist without enemies, and these conflicts were often long-standing. Over time, regardless of the initial cause, the animosity between two factions would become a bitter feud, leading them to seek each other's downfall upon sight.
"Oh, so it's that number one expert who has come. Is he here for revenge?" Gu Di Tian recalled this individual. Had he not been the top expert of that world, Gu Di Tian would not have bothered to remember him.
"Your Majesty, their territory is incredibly formidable and should not be underestimated. Our people cannot summon their territories to the Divine Demonic Continent, yet their territory can fly."
"According to reports, they have already annihilated more than ten of our cities. We cannot allow them to continue their destruction; they must be eliminated."
Another minister stepped forward.
"Hmph! Since they dare to come, and even attempt to destroy my nation, let them witness the might of our ancient imperial dynasty. Who dares to lead this battle?"
Gu Di Tian did not regard Zhou Yan seriously, finding the notion of a mere territory opposing him utterly laughable.
"Your humble servant is willing to lead the charge!"
"Your Majesty, this humble servant vows to annihilate the enemy!"
"Father Emperor, your son is willing to go!"
At this moment, a prince stepped forward and said to Gu Di Tian, "Your Majesty, I have been overseeing matters concerning the Canglan Continent and am fully aware of Zhou Yan's strength."
"His strength cannot be underestimated, nor should he be taken lightly. We must deploy the strongest army in the nation for this battle."
"Furthermore, we need all the generals summoned by the soldiers of every lord. This will require many items. Your son hopes Your Majesty will entrust this matter to me."
Gu Di Tian's third son, Gu Huang Yuan, stepped forward.