The final echoes of the wedding ceremony slowly faded into the vast skies of the Celestial Realm. Golden light still shimmered in the air, and the sacred vows of Li Tianwei and Feng Yuexin seemed to linger like a gentle melody across the heavens. The ceremony had been completed, and the union of light and moon was now sealed for eternity.
Soft music played as celestial maidens moved gracefully among the guests, offering divine nectar and fruits that glowed with spiritual energy. The Nine Celestial Guardians stood in quiet pride, their expressions calm, yet watchful. It was a moment of peace—a rare and beautiful moment where all realms seemed to rest.
Feng Yuexin stood beside Tianwei, her fingers still lightly holding his sleeve. "It feels… peaceful," she said softly, her voice almost lost in the gentle wind. "As if the whole world has paused just for us."
Tianwei nodded, though his sharp eyes scanned the distance. "Yes… but peace like this never lasts long."
Before Yuexin could respond, a sudden, sharp sound tore through the heavens.
BOOM!
The skies trembled. The floating palaces shook slightly, and the glowing lanterns flickered violently. A loud, urgent horn echoed across the entire Celestial Realm, breaking the calm like shattered glass.
"Sound the alarm! Heaven is under attack!"
The voice rang out again and again, carried by divine energy across every corner of the sky.
Instantly, the peaceful atmosphere vanished. Music stopped. Laughter turned into whispers of fear. The celestial soldiers rushed into formation, their weapons drawn, eyes filled with alertness.
Zhao Huixian stepped forward, her crimson tiger roaring beside her. "This energy…" she said, her eyes narrowing. "It's from the Nether Realm."
Wang Zhanbao gripped his earth shatter hammer tightly. "So they finally dare to strike here," he growled. "At this moment of all times."
Feng Yuexin's expression changed, her calm turning into quiet determination. "They chose today on purpose," she said. "They want to destroy not just the heavens… but what we represent."
Tianwei stepped forward, his voice firm and commanding. "Everyone, prepare for battle! Do not let the enemy cross into the inner sanctum!"
At that moment, a celestial soldier rushed toward them, kneeling quickly. "My lord! A massive demonic force is approaching the gates of heaven. The sky barrier is weakening!"
Tianwei's eyes darkened. "As expected."
He turned to the Nine Celestial Guardians, his presence radiating power. "This is not a simple attack. The Demon Queen would not move without purpose. There is something more behind this."
Chen Linyun floated slightly above the ground, his twin wind daggers spinning lightly in his hands. "You think they are trying to summon… him?"
A heavy silence fell over the group.
Feng Yuexin spoke quietly, her voice steady but serious. "The Demon God."
Even saying the name made the air feel heavier.
He Qinghe tightened his grip on his tidal spear. "If that is true, then this is not just an attack. It is a full attempt to break the balance of all realms."
Tianwei nodded. "Then we cannot fight this like a normal battle." He looked at each of them, one by one. "We must gather our full strength. The Nine Celestial Guardians will form the sealing array."
Zhao Huixian stepped forward immediately. "Understood."
Lin Shenwu gave a small nod. "The earth itself will support us."
Huo Mingxin smiled faintly, her blazing fan igniting with sacred flames. "Then let us burn away the darkness."
Liu Yueying spun her shadow dagger once, her voice calm. "We will not fail."
One by one, the guardians stepped into position, forming a circle high above the central palace. Their divine beasts appeared beside them—crimson tiger, jade tortoise, azure roc, celestial fox, frost crane, emerald deer—each radiating immense power.
Feng Yuexin stepped beside Tianwei, her golden Qilin glowing brightly. "We will lead the center," she said.
Tianwei looked at her for a moment, then gave a small nod. "Together."
The sky above them darkened unnaturally. Black clouds spread like ink, swallowing the stars. A cold, heavy wind swept across the realm, carrying with it the scent of destruction.
Far in the distance, a chilling laughter echoed faintly.
"The Demon Queen…" Yuexin whispered.
Tianwei raised his hand, and flames began to gather around him, glowing brighter with every second. "Focus," he said firmly. "We begin the sealing now. No matter what happens, we must not break formation."
The Nine Celestial Guardians closed their eyes, channeling their divine energy. Light began to rise from each of them—gold, crimson, blue, green—blending together into a powerful, radiant force.
"Seal of the Nine Heavens…" Zhao Huixian began.
"Bind the darkness…" Chen Linyun continued.
"Restore balance…" Wang Zhanbao added.
Their voices joined together, forming a powerful chant that echoed across the heavens.
The light grew stronger, pushing back against the dark sky. The air trembled as two forces collided—divine power and demonic energy clashing violently.
Feng Yuexin's voice rose clearly, full of strength. "No matter how deep the darkness is… the light will always return!"
Tianwei stood beside her, his flames roaring like a living force. "And we will be the ones to bring it back!"
The sealing formation expanded, reaching toward the distant darkness where the demonic energy surged. The battle had not yet begun fully, but the clash of powers had already shaken the heavens.
And as the Nine Celestial Guardians stood united, their strength combined, one truth became clear—
This was only the beginning.
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