Chapter 289: Life Within the Compound Eyes and the Desperate Counterattack

Lín Jìn and Ling Yue confront the Observer, the atmosphere tense as if swords and bows are drawn. Just as both sides are about to launch a life‑or‑death clash, the entire Dimensional Zigong suddenly shakes violently. Immediately after, the surrounding space seems to come alive; countless massive Compound Eyes slowly open, numbering in the billions, completely enveloping Lín Jìn and Ling Yue. Each Compound Eye emits a cold glow, and strange images flicker in its pupil.

Lín Jìn and Ling Yue stare in shock at this scene; before they can react, they notice that each pupil is playing Lín Jìn's life scenes. From his ignorant childhood, through countless hardships and growth, to the moments of fighting side by side with comrades, all appear before his eyes. The images flash rapidly, like a frantic storm of memories, striking Lín Jìn's heart.

"What is going on? What do they want!" Ling Yue shouts loudly, eyes full of vigilance and doubt.

Lín Jìn furrows his brow, a foreboding feeling rising in his heart. He knows the Observer would not display these without reason; something larger must be hidden behind it. "They may be trying to disturb my mind, weaken my will," Lín Jìn says, striving to stay calm.

Yet, as the scenes continue, Lín Jìn is still affected. The past pains, struggles, and losses surge like tides into his mind. He sees comrades who perished in crises, sees himself repeatedly teetering on the brink of life and death; these images keep battering his mental defenses.

"Lín Jìn, pull yourself together! Don't let them affect you!" Ling Yue senses Lín Jìn's change and calls anxiously. She swings a solid milk sword, trying to dispel the oppressive feeling brought by the images in the surrounding Compound Eyes.

Lín Jìn takes a deep breath, forces his emotions to settle. He knows that now he must not be swayed by the Observer's tactics. "Ling Yue, I'm fine. We must find a way to break through this predicament," Lín Jìn says, his gaze regaining its resolve.

At that moment, Lín Jìn notices that among all the Compound Eyes, one main pupil is unusually huge and emits the strongest energy fluctuation. He feels a spark, guessing that this main pupil may be the key to the whole bizarre scene.

"Ling Yue, I plan to pierce that main pupil with the milk sword; perhaps it can break this situation," Lín Jìn says, pointing at the main pupil.

Ling Yue nods, "I'll cover you, be careful!"

With that, Ling Yue manipulates the Mechanical Uterus, firing a series of energy bolts toward the surrounding Observers. The energy bolts explode among the Observers, instantly filling the air with smoke. The Observers scramble to dodge, their formation thrown into chaos.

Lín Jìn times his move, his body dashing like lightning toward the main pupil. However, the Observers quickly react, launching streams of attacks at him to block his advance. Lín Jìn dodges while sprinting at full speed. The milk sword in his hand flashes, as if it also senses its master's determination.

As he nears the main pupil, Lín Jìn encounters numerous obstacles. Powerful energy beams shoot out from the Compound Eyes like arrows, hurling toward him. Lín Jìn twists agilely, weaving through the gaps between the beams; a few graze his body, leaving streaks of blood.

Finally, Lín Jìn reaches the main pupil. He raises the milk sword high, using all his strength to thrust fiercely at the pupil. The moment the milk sword pierces the pupil, a powerful recoil hits him, but Lín Jìn clenches his teeth, grips the hilt tightly, and pushes the sword deeper.

The main pupil emits a mournful wail, and the entire Dimensional Zigong trembles violently. Immediately after, the main pupil begins to contract rapidly, and the surrounding Compound Eyes flash, as if falling into chaos.

As the milk sword penetrates further, a large amount of black liquid gushes from the main pupil, carrying a pungent odor that splatters onto Lín Jìn, corroding his skin. Lín Jìn endures the pain and continues to press forward.

At last, the milk sword is fully embedded in the main pupil. The pupil bursts instantly, shattering into countless fragments that spray outward. Simultaneously, the entire Dimensional Zigong starts convulsing. The massive space twists and deforms, energy veins surge wildly, emitting repeated rumbling sounds.

The Observers, caught in this sudden change, also fall into disorder. They no longer focus on attacking Lín Jìn and Ling Yue, but instead scramble to stabilize themselves, resisting the effects of the Dimensional Zigong's convulsions.

Lín Jìn seizes the chance to return to Ling Yue's side. He is now wounded in many places, his clothes stained with fresh blood, yet his gaze remains steadfast. "Ling Yue, we've succeeded in part; this Dimensional Zigong has taken a heavy blow," Lín Jìn says.

Ling Yue looks at Lín Jìn, her eyes full of concern and admiration. "You did well, Lín Jìn. But we cannot let our guard down yet; the Observers will not give up easily."

Sure enough, after the brief chaos, the Observers reorganize. They close in on Lín Jìn and Ling Yue again, eyes filled with anger and murderous intent.

"Outsiders, you think you can escape like this? You will pay a painful price for your actions!" the leading Observer roars.

Lín Jìn and Ling Yue cling tightly together, their weapons flashing. They know the upcoming battle will be even tougher, but they are ready and will not retreat.

Just as the Observers are about to launch their attack, the convulsions of the Dimensional Zigong trigger a chain reaction. Cracks appear in the surrounding space, and powerful energy storms surge from the fissures. These storms ravage the Observers' attacks one by one, while also threatening the Observers themselves.

"This is our chance, let's strike!" Lín Jìn shouts.

Ling Yue nods; the two charge again toward the Observers. Shielded by the energy storms, they engage in a breathtaking fight. Lín Jìn swings the Abyss Return Ruler, each swing releasing a surge of Sword Qi that repels approaching Observers. Ling Yue manipulates her solid milk sword, coordinating with Lín Jìn's attacks to deliver lethal blows to the Observers.

Under the dual assault of the energy storms and Lín Jìn and Ling Yue, the Observers gradually cannot hold. Their formation begins to crumble, and their numbers keep dwindling.

Yet, as the battle reaches its climax, the convulsions of the Dimensional Zigong suddenly intensify. A massive energy fissure erupts before Lín Jìn and Ling Yue, its strong suction pulling toward it, trying to draw them in…