However, such teleportation still required transit through the teleportation arrays located within the various immortal cities. This transfer process consumed considerable time and, similarly, massive amounts of energy. It was by no means the most convenient or efficient choice.
This time, however, they would not rely on traditional teleportation arrays, but instead use a new method of transport.
"Activate the Rainbow Bridge!!"
"By the decree of His Majesty!!"
A sacred decree shimmered into existence in the void.
As it appeared, a wondrous rainbow bridge emerged in the sky. On the bridge, radiant seven-colored lights flickered endlessly, shifting and elusive, giving off an extraordinary divine aura. Upon closer inspection, a tall monk stood guard atop the bridge—who else but Lu Zhishen?
Ever since the Rainbow Bridge had been integrated into Xuanhuang City, Lu Zhishen had been assigned to guard it, possessing the authority to activate the Rainbow Bridge.
Hearing the imperial decree, he immediately accepted the order.
"Trapping Immortals Legion, follow your commander into battle!!"
Peerless Ghost swung his iron chains and let out a commanding roar. His massive frame took the lead, followed by five hundreds of thousands of troops—his personal Trapping Immortals Legion. The Rainbow Bridge appeared to contain vast internal space, large enough to accommodate an entire army. As the soldiers stepped onto it, the bridge seamlessly absorbed them.
"Please activate the Rainbow Bridge and send us to the Iron-Blood Great Wall, to defend the borders,"the Peerless Ghost said quickly.
"May the general return in victory!!"Lu Zhishen responded solemnly.
Shua!!
The entire bridge suddenly pulsed with rich, radiant seven-colored rainbow light. Within this light, the soldiers vanished in an instant.
Simultaneously, a giant seven-colored rainbow stretched across the sky—from Xuanhuang City all the way to the Iron-Blood Great Wall, marking the outer boundary of the Great Yi Dynasty's territory.
The glowing arc was dazzling to behold, inspiring awe and longing. It was like a true celestial rainbow.
As the rainbow flashed through the void, the entire Trapping Immortals Legion reappeared atop the Iron-Blood Great Wall.
"What a magnificent rainbow—so breathtakingly magical."
"This light contains mysterious transit powers. Is this one of Great Yi's hidden trump cards? I've never seen it before."
"I caught a glimpse of a whole legion inside that rainbow light. With my eyesight, I'm sure of it—they were heading for the Iron-Blood Great Wall on the border."
At Zhengqi Manor, as the Ice and Snow Queen had just initiated a beast tide to test Great Yi's resolve, those observing were once again stunned by the empire's astounding methods.
To teleport an entire army of five hundreds of thousands all at once—it was nearly inconceivable.
"It's not just spatial power. This is the power of light—moving as light, leaping via the rainbow glow. Wherever the rainbow reaches, it can instantly deliver troops. The speed of this is even greater than the most elite escape techniques."
— Lord Emptiness said with a serious expression.
There was no doubt: possessing such an ability gave the Great Yi Dynasty a strategic advantage that far surpassed the ordinary. They could deploy forces to any battlefield in moments, granting unmatched mobility and strike potential. This fundamentally elevated the nation's military might.
It placed Great Yi squarely on the strategic high ground, wielding complete initiative in war.
"What a bright rainbow."
"Amazing. This Rainbow Bridge can send our troops anywhere. I heard the Ice and Snow Beast Tide is approaching fast. We're heading to the Iron-Blood Great Wall to face them. After so many years of cultivation, it's time to give back to Great Yi."
"Exactly. We're not helpless civilians. If they think a mere beast tide will scare us off, they're dead wrong."
In Xuanhuang City, countless citizens looked skyward with awe and aspiration.
Though they could not travel via the Rainbow Bridge themselves, many had begun heading for the Great Wall via traditional teleportation arrays.
The Iron-Blood Great Wall
Now acting as a national treasure, the Iron-Blood Great Wall had undergone a transformation during Great Yi's ascension.
Its height now reached a staggering forty-nine zhang (about 160 meters). It stood like a colossal titan, towering in the landscape and radiating an indomitable aura.
Within its blood-colored walls, a peerless will could be felt—heroic spirits stood guard within, defending the land and sheltering the human race.
The top of the wall was so wide that one could ride a horse upon it with ease, as if it were an enormous road spanning the heavens.
The wall now encircled the entire Great Yi territory, like a divine dragon wrapping around the nation.
Legion after legion of soldiers poured onto the Great Wall.
The original defenders of the wall were already stationed there. Now, vast reinforcements joined them.
Countless war supplies had been transported to the wall's battlements at the first sign of danger.
Runic arrows were piled high like mountains.
Ballistae and heavy crossbows had long since been loaded, ready to unleash devastating force.
Millions of soldiers now stood ready atop the wall.
This battle would be fought not just for survival—but for the fate of the entire dynasty. There could be no retreat. Failure meant total destruction.
Among them were mercenaries, human cultivators, and even disciples from various sects.
Even if not all had pledged fealty to Great Yi, they remained human. And thus, when the time came, they too rose to defend their people.
Once atop the wall, they didn't hesitate—they carried supplies, installed weapons, and quietly sharpened their blades.
There was little conversation.
The entire world seemed to be holding its breath, filled with the pressure of a coming storm.
Everyone knew the danger.
But still, they came.
Even more shocking, Great Yi's court officials arrived one after another.
Huang Chengyan, Jia Xu, Zhuge Liang—all were present on the wall.
"So the Ice and Snow Queen wants to overrun the world with her beast tide and crush Great Yi? She's underestimating us."
Within the palace, Yi Tianxing exhaled slowly.
Now fully accustomed to the immense increase in his cultivation, having completely mastered the Nascent Soul Realm, he looked coldly toward the beast tide's direction and laughed mockingly.
With a flick of his sleeve, he donned his Chaos War Dragon Robe. No longer decorated with mere flood dragons, it now bore the mark of true five-clawed dragons—its aura even more majestic.
He stepped from his chamber.
"Husband, you're heading to the Iron-Blood Great Wall?"— Cai Yan, cradling her ancient Xianhuang Zither, stood nearby in full palace attire. She radiated a serene and stunning beauty, like a celestial goddess.
She wasn't alone—Yao Yue, Lian Xing, Snake Lady, and Nie Xiaoqian all stood outside, clearly waiting for him.
"Yes. This battle is perilous. You should all remain in the palace," Yi Tianxing said firmly.
This beast tide might draw the Ice and Snow Queen herself, and even he couldn't be sure he could stop her. No one could predict what might unfold.
"We are your wives. We live and die together. If the people of Great Yi go to war, how can we stay behind and watch while you bleed?"— Cai Yan said with calm resolve.
"Indeed. We're no weaker than any man."— Yao Yue added with a glare.
Yi Tianxing gazed deeply at them, then finally nodded.
"Very well."
With that, he led the group toward the Rainbow Bridge.
Shua!!
He didn't even need Lu Zhishen to activate it—just a thought, and the seven-colored radiance flickered once more, forming a bridge that again spanned the entire Great Yi realm.
"So this is the Rainbow Bridge…"Even Lian Xing couldn't help but gaze in curiosity.
With Yi Tianxing in control, their pace on the bridge was deliberate—allowing them to enjoy the brilliant sights along the way.
Before long, they arrived at the Iron-Blood Great Wall.
"We greet Your Majesty, Empress, and Honored Consorts!!"— Huang Chengyan and the others bowed respectfully.
"Dispense with ceremony—on the battlefield, everything is handled simply," Yi Tianxing replied."According to the Heavenly Calamity Hall's scouting, the beast tide is nearing. This battle must be won. We cannot afford defeat. Show no mercy—let the Ice and Snow Queen learn that Great Yi is no pushover. Anyone who dares test us will lose more than a tooth."
His words radiated unyielding resolve.
"Report!!"
Tong Huang arrived with a Heavenly Calamity Hall agent.
"Speak!"Yi Tianxing nodded.
"According to our reconnaissance, the Ice and Snow Beast Tide clashed with the Blood Moon Tribe. The tribe deployed their army in defense, but they were swiftly overrun. Their lands were frozen, and all life perished. The entire tribe has been exterminated."
The Blood Moon Tribe was a powerful werewolf faction situated outside the Myriad Beast Plains. Known for their savagery and bloodlust, they were considered deviants even among their kind.