[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-after-the-sky-fell":3,"chapter-after-the-sky-fell-after-the-sky-fell-chapter-846":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","After the Sky Fell",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2281702,4462,"Chapter 846: Li Yi","after-the-sky-fell-chapter-846",846,"\u003Cp>When the Immortal Dao warship arrived above Earth’s defense line, Li Yi discovered the situation here was far worse than he had imagined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That familiar black Great Wall had been shattered in a battle, leaving only fragments of ruined walls and broken foundations; within the defense line, the land was utterly devastated, with not a single building left intact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the familiar structures had been destroyed, with no need for reconstruction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only one newly built command tower stood on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reinforcements arriving to support Earth’s defense line simply sat down on random wastelands to rest, and most of the cultivators within the defense line were wounded; though their numbers had increased significantly since before, many unfamiliar faces now appeared among them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Reinforcements?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon seeing the arrival of the Immortal Dao warship, the cultivators’ dull eyes flickered with a glimmer of hope, but soon lowered their heads again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To them, new reinforcements would soon become corpses on the battlefield, unable to survive long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Li Yi stepped out of the Immortal Dao warship, standing mid-air as his gaze swept across the wasteland-like region; though he had not participated in the subsequent wars, he could imagine that due to the escalation of conflict, casualties on Earth’s defense line had surged, and the battle conditions had become even more brutal than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he surveyed the surroundings,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A familiar voice called out: “Li Yi, you’ve finally returned—thank goodness.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi immediately turned toward the sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There, seated atop a broken rock in the distance was a man, his hair disheveled, his face weathered, clad in a crimson-gold divine armor riddled with cracks and splattered with dried blood; before him stood a purple divine sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ye Jingtian.” Li Yi flew over, descending from the air, staring at the man in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He remembered how, when Ye Jingtian first arrived at Earth’s defense line, he had worn the crimson-gold divine armor and wielded the dual purple-green swords, full of vigor; yet after just a short time apart, he had become so haggard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Jingtian gave a slight nod and said: “You’ve arrived just in time. Earth’s defense line desperately needs elite reinforcements to stabilize this crumbling situation; otherwise, in the next battle, the defense line will be utterly annihilated.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is it because the Dark World’s demonic gods have entered the fray?” Li Yi’s eyes flickered as he asked seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Jing said: “Not entirely. The appearance of the Dark World’s demonic gods has actually eased some of our pressure—they don’t ally with either Immortal Dao Continent or the Demon God Realm; they kill everyone, especially fond of corrupting the great demons of the Demon God Realm, turning them into new demonic gods.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The real reason for the current collapse is the escalation of war. Previously, battles involved only about a dozen fighters; now, each war starts with at least three hundred.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi immediately said: “They’re starting to gamble their entire resources. When did this begin? Was it after I fled across dimensions?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Correct. That battle, because of you, wiped out the elite forces of both the Demon God Realm and the Immortal Dao Continent, so they chose to escalate the war, aiming to crush Earth’s defense line as quickly as possible—fearing more experts like you might emerge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Jingtian nodded slightly: “Moreover, the Mahayana cultivators have entered the battlefield carrying Immortal Treasures, and the Demon God Realm’s great demons now wield Demon King Weapons. With these tools, they’ve regained control of the war. Earth’s defense line was already on the verge of defeat—luckily, the Dark World’s demonic gods intervened and disrupted their plans, relieving much of the pressure. Even so, Earth’s defense line still cannot endure much longer.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even Zhao Yongshan, the commander of Earth’s defense line, has already prepared for a cross-dimensional evacuation; all ten base commanders have received the relevant orders.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then revealed some classified information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But despite the bad news, there is good news: rumors from Immortal Dao Continent say the Moon Demon King died mysteriously while chasing you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi said: “That’s true.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Jingtian smiled: “The death of a Demon King has made the Demon God Realm cautious; at least the remaining two Demon Kings have refrained from entering the battlefield, fearing disaster and self-destruction. It’s also said the True Immortals of Immortal Dao Continent have temporarily abandoned their plans to cross dimensions.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With these top-tier experts absent, Earth’s defense line has managed to hold out this long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It seems the death of the Moon Demon King has had some positive effects. But I’ve come this time to completely reverse this dire situation—to drive out Immortal Dao Continent, the Demon God Realm, and the Dark World’s demonic gods from Earth.” Li Yi suddenly said with great seriousness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Ye Jingtian’s smile faded, and his expression turned grave: “Li Yi, how confident are you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I have seven or eight tenths certainty,” Li Yi said. “I’ve brought a group of reinforcements—only forty-some people.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s probably not enough,” Ye Jing said. “Due to the war’s escalation, their elite forces have also increased. In terms of resources, Earth still falls far short.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi said: “Aren’t there still some elites within Earth’s defense line? If we add them, I think it’ll be enough.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You want to gamble?” Ye Jingtian’s expression shifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi said: “Better than slow death by inches. If we keep playing along with them, every elite on Earth will die. It’s better to burn the boats—your combat experience far exceeds mine; you know the situation better.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This requires Zhao Yongshan’s approval—you need to speak with him,” Ye Jing said. “But if you truly intend to do this, I can contact other comrades to support you.” He didn’t ask why; given Li Yi’s strength and insight, if he was determined and had a decent chance of success, Ye Jing was willing to take the gamble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, continuing to stall offered no hope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the gamble failed, they could simply flee across dimensions—it was already part of the plan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fine. Help me contact others. I’ll go find Zhao Yongshan and try to persuade him,” Li Yi said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Jingtian immediately stood up, drew the purple sword standing before him, and said: “Li Yi, if you can’t convince Zhao Yongshan, it doesn’t matter—we’ll do it ourselves. After all these battles, only the one you participated in was truly exhilarating. If you step forward, many will rally. By the way, when do you plan to act?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As soon as possible—today,” Li Yi said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good.” After Ye Jingtian agreed, he immediately moved into action.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi was slightly surprised by his eagerness, but quickly understood: within Earth’s defense line, every person carried blood and tears. They didn’t lack the will for revenge—they simply had no opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, with Li Yi’s return, they saw that chance—and that’s why they were so desperate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Li Yi’s strength had been tested on the battlefield, enough to command trust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it seemed almost farcical to decide such a massive matter in mere words, reality was this—and Li Yi had underestimated his own influence, despite his long absence from Earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his performance in his last battle had been so outstanding that many now desperately hoped he would return to the battlefield and change the current situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching Ye Jingtian depart, Li Yi did not hesitate—he immediately set off toward the command tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the bow is drawn, there’s no turning back. Since he’d spoken, he would act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the command tower’s conference hall,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Yongshan, commander of Earth’s defense line, was currently analyzing the current situation with other high-ranking officials and discussing arrangements for the next battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I think we can no longer pull elites from the ten bases to join the battlefield. Since the war escalated, this is no longer a contest of strength—it’s a contest of resources. If we keep draining like this, we’ll be exhausted to death on the battlefield. So why not abandon Earth entirely, withdraw from the fight, and return later to seek revenge once our strength has grown?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Running away is easy, but returning to reclaim Earth will be far harder. In terms of cultivation resources, Earth is the richest. Other worlds may be safer, but each has its drawbacks. Only by holding Earth can we rise from adversity; once we flee, we’ll never recover.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was spoken by Xiao Jianguo, who firmly opposed the cross-dimensional evacuation plan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Xiao Jianguo, you must understand the current situation. The Dark World’s demonic gods have entered the fray. The warriors from Wu Sheng Continent, where Ji Wu resides, have opened a dimensional gate and are preparing to occupy Earth. Even the totem masters from the Totem World are becoming active here. Every world is invading. Earth’s cultivators have risen too quickly—they can’t hold back these enemies.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We meet force with force. As long as we withstand Immortal Dao Continent and the Demon God Realm, the rest are no problem. Elites are rising, powerful figures are returning. The dean of the Golden Academy, Sun Boxiu, has already dispatched a cross-dimensional team and launched a recruitment campaign. I know many have already responded,” Xiao Jianguo said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Too slow. Remote help won’t solve immediate crisis,” others shook their heads, showing little hope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But at this moment, Zhao Yongshan suddenly spoke up: “I just received good news—Li Yi has returned across dimensions.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Li Yi is powerful enough to turn the tide of a battlefield, but in this situation, one person cannot reverse the outcome,” several high-ranking officials shook their heads. Though they acknowledged Li Yi’s strength and ability, that was all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before they finished speaking,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conference hall’s doors were flung open, and a familiar man strode in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he even approached, everyone felt a powerful oppressive aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind him followed over forty top-tier elites—all not Earth’s cultivators, yet their invisible aura sent chills through the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Zhao Yongshan, after all this deliberation, you’re only thinking about how to run away? Pathetic. Even when I was being hunted by a Demon King, I never considered fleeing Earth and never returning. If you lack the will to win, then join me—let’s make a huge commotion. If fortune favors us, we can drive all these enemies out of Earth.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi walked in and spoke bluntly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone froze, immediately realizing: Li Yi had brought a powerful group of reinforcements. This development brought sudden hope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If such a massive new force appeared unexpectedly, perhaps the current situation could truly be changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>»\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1756,"2026-06-20T01:27:08.613Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","3a80f9607382e5cd520ac93c3f9dac5638c69c11dba4a4127218e37a10f7aa4d","after-the-sky-fell-chapter-847","after-the-sky-fell-chapter-845",1000,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fafter-the-sky-fell-cover.jpg"]