Though Lin Luo’s five senses were lost in this dark world, his perception remained intact. Just as the Creator dealt with his Phantom Ghost Steps, as long as one could grasp the opponent's true approach and possess superior speed, exiting this dark world would not be exceedingly difficult.

The instant that power struck his body, the Destruction Black Flame in Lin Luo’s hand simultaneously blasted downward.

Crash!

The next moment, sound returned, light reappeared, and touch normalized. He had left the dark world. When Lin Luo looked forward, he saw that the Creator’s entire arm had been incinerated by him, leaving him suddenly one-armed.

“Truly remarkable. Even the dark world could only hold you for ten minutes,” the Creator stated calmly, completely ignoring his injuries, his eyes fixed on Lin Luo’s chest.

Lin Luo subconsciously looked down and nearly jumped in terror. A dagger was buried deep in his left chest, completely submerged, with wisps of black magic actively invading his body... Lin Luo was utterly bewildered; to have such a horrifying thing impaled in him and feel absolutely nothing—it was too bizarre.

Lin Luo reached out and pulled the dagger free, causing blood to spray instantly. Only then did he feel a piercing agony, as if his heart had been stabbed.

If it weren't for the constitution of a Vampire, that strike might have cost me my life. Does this damned Creator not claim to abstain from killing?

Lin Luo felt a surge of lingering fear and quickly used the Holy Healing Spell to mend the wound. This time, the points used were somewhat substantial, but still within his tolerance. The Creator did not seize the moment to attack, as he too needed time to repair his body; fighting Lin Luo with only one hand, he wasn't entirely confident of victory.

As soon as both their bodies recovered, they clashed once more. Having suffered such a severe setback, Lin Luo became far more cautious. He was now fully aware that the Creator was a schemer; if this fellow played dirty, it would be truly impossible to guard against.

Scheming men—Lin Luo detested them the most!

Because Lin Luo was now far more vigilant, it was impossible for the Creator to employ abilities similar to the dark world again. His Destruction Black Flame could instantly counteract such moves. The Creator likely knew this as well, choosing not to resort to trickery; instead, the two engaged in a pure exchange of absolute power in the sky.

With every impact, violent shockwaves shattered the clouds. With every clash, the heaven-shaking roar sounded like divine thunder. With every collision of force, the terrifying pressure that radiated outward instilled dread in every living creature.

Neither of them seemed to know fatigue. They battled in the sky for over two hours, yet the nature of the fight was not subsiding; rather, it showed signs of intensifying. The roars accompanying their battle left everyone aboard the airships tens of miles away utterly speechless.

“How long are these two going to fight?”

“Who knows? Looking at the current momentum, they might continue for three days and three nights.”

“But then again, this battle is terrifying. There’s absolutely no place for us to intervene.”

“While he did use the cheating ability of the Time House, achieving a stalemate against that ridiculously powerful Creator in such a short time is surprisingly exciting.”

“Naturally. Father is invincible, so he will definitely win.”

The group watched the distant battle, murmuring amongst themselves.

They finally understood why Lin Luo had told them to stay far away. Indeed, a battle of this caliber had completely surpassed the world-class level. The two figures battling in the distant sky were not men, but two living gods!

In such a fierce confrontation, any one of them who approached would be instantly blasted into dust. Although Evangeline had reached the peak of the Spirit Tier, she had not fully mastered that power, and the Creator held an absolute suppression over her. Even if the Heart of the World could assist her, it could not offer complete immunity; if she went, she would only be a hindrance.

Furthermore, on a psychological level, one was her father, and the other was her man. No matter what, she could not commit her full strength to the fight.

The discussions and shock on their side could not halt the battle between Lin Luo and the Creator. By this point, both were fighting with fierce intensity. Fortunately, they were fighting nearly a thousand meters above the ground; otherwise, the residual shockwaves alone would be unforgivable under environmental protection laws, warranting more than a life sentence.

“Might of Heaven and Earth! Suppress!”

Lin Luo swept his hand forward, and vast rolling white mists surged hundreds of meters high, crashing down upon the Creator like a mountain flood.

“Supreme Law! Quake!”

The Creator raised his hand upward. The dark shadow, seemingly capable of drowning the world, surged like a monstrous tsunami, instantly blasting Lin Luo’s white mist into nothingness.

“Light of Fantasy! Annihilate!”

Lin Luo pointed forward again, and radiant light, illusory and dreamlike, streamed from his hand. In an instant, the entire sky spanning several miles was enveloped by the sphere of light. It was blinding, making it impossible to look directly at, yet its terrifying lethality dispelled the darkness. All shadows were absorbed and integrated by the Light of Fantasy, transforming into black-and-white spheres that rushed madly toward the Creator.

The aura of both combatants was vast as the sea, their shouts echoing in all directions. Every word, even a heavy grunt, invisibly amplified their power. Their shouts bolstered their offense, and their offense amplified their imposing presence. Every gesture was a world-shattering ultimate move.

“Void of the World! Scatter!”

The Creator roared. Invisible magic instantly manifested into tangible substance, spreading outward in all directions from his core like myriad arrows. This overwhelming force completely shattered the Light of Fantasy into fragments, piercing the black-and-white spheres and continuing its assault toward Lin Luo without hesitation.

“Destruction Black Flame! Kill!”

The black flames erupted again. In terms of mystery, this was Lin Luo’s highest-tier ability. Although not the complete version, with the creation rules fully unlocked, he could boost its power by at least twofold using his soul energy.

Do not underestimate this twofold increase. When experts clash, even a difference of one-tenth can cause a radical shift in the battle’s tide; a doubling of attack power is even more significant. The Creator’s materialized magic offered no resistance under the scorching power of the Destruction Black Flame, instantly vanishing.

By now, the two had gained a very clear understanding of each other’s abilities. If this were the Destruction Black Flame from three days ago, the Creator’s power might have managed to neutralize it, but now, a single burn cost him an arm. The consequences of being struck by an ability that defied established standards were simply unimaginable.

Without hesitation, the Creator retreated several miles. Simultaneously, an object resembling a staff appeared in his hand. With a gentle twist, the staff instantly disintegrated into shimmering dust drifting through the heavens.

“What is that…” Upon seeing the dust, Lin Luo’s expression drastically changed. He had seen such a substance in the Book of Origin. Although it lacked a specific name, it was a product of magic, and one of the top ten spells listed in the Book of Origin—incredibly powerful, rumored to pierce time and space.

Lin Luo wasn't entirely sure of its exact nature, as the record wasn't detailed. At first, he assumed that spell had been lost to time. However, seeing the Creator now employ it, especially since the Book of Origin originated from his hands, it was clear the Creator had deliberately erased that spell’s existence.

The ten supreme spells in the Book of Origin each represented a titan. Since the Creator was using this spell, it meant... he was one of the top ten most formidable figures of antiquity!

“Damn it! That’s the power level of the Earth Tier! How can he still use it with this body?”

Lin Luo could not comprehend why the Creator, who ostensibly could not wield Earth Tier power, could cast this spell. It seemed utterly impossible. Then, he observed that when the dust contacted the Black Flame, both instantly vanished, never to reappear. In a moment, the sky was again empty save for the two of them.

However, the Creator let out heavy, ragged breaths, and his body began to sway.

Above Spirit Tier, below the full might of Earth Tier!

Lin Luo immediately understood: this magic the Creator used was also incomplete, and it consumed immense spiritual energy and magic power.

Lin Luo would naturally not let such an opportunity slip by. He rushed to the Creator’s front at his fastest speed, his radiant fist slamming directly into the body… Zero-Distance Fantasy Impact!

BOOM!!!

Amidst the colossal explosion, the Creator violently spat out a mouthful of blood, and a faint, slightly slender shadow shot out backward from Nagi’s body… That was the Creator’s true form!

“I finally forced you out, Creator!” Lin Luo roared with laughter, flinging his right hand back, tossing Nagi’s now-unconscious body toward the airship, and swiftly pursuing the Creator’s true form.

But the Creator’s true form flickered and instantly vanished before his eyes. Lin Luo paused briefly, then noticed the distant Graveyard Keeper's palace begin to move, flying toward him.

“Tsk!” Lin Luo clicked his tongue. From the information he possessed, he knew the Creator was preparing to use his final gambit. If that were the case, it was time for him to bring out his trump card as well.

Suddenly, Lin Luo lifted his hand upward and shouted, “Proclaim! You hear my command! I lend you my strength! Obey my call! Distant Divine Kingdom! My Throne, submit to… Ugh, too much hassle. Just come over here! Sky City!!!”

Crack! Crack! Crack…

Amidst deafening roars, a massive fissure suddenly split the sky above Lin Luo. An immensely terrifying pressure emanated from within, and then… A