第84章 "天罚临近" (Heaven's Judgment is Near)

**Chapter 84: The Celestial's Ultimatum**

Chen Beixuan stood firm, his fists clenched as he faced the celestial, Xuan Yuchen. The air seemed to vibrate with tension as the two enemies locked eyes.

"You're too late to stop me, Xuan Yuchen," Chen Beixuan sneered, his voice laced with confidence. "I've already begun to awaken the true power of the Nine-Star Tyrant's Secret."

Xuan Yuchen's expression turned cold, his eyes flashing with malevolent intent. "You're a foolish mortal," he spat. "You think you can surpass the celestial hierarchy? I'll crush you beneath my heel like the insignificant insect you are."

Chen Beixuan snorted. "You're the one who's been playing with fire, Xuan Yuchen. You've awakened a power that could destroy the cosmos. And you think I'm just a foolish mortal?"

The celestial's face twisted with rage. "How dare you! You're just a pretender to the throne, a wannabe who's trying to steal the spotlight!"

Chen Beixuan smiled, his eyes glinting with a hint of madness. "Oh, I'm not just a pretender. I'm the true heir to the Nine-Star Tyrant's Secret. And I'll prove it to you."

With a swift motion, Chen Beixuan raised his hand, and a blinding light erupted from his palm. The celestial harmonics resonated through the air, causing the very fabric of reality to tremble.

Xuan Yuchen stumbled back, his eyes wide with shock. "No...it's impossible! You're not strong enough to control the celestial energies!"

Chen Beixuan's laughter echoed through the void. "You should know me better by now, Xuan Yuchen. I'm the master of the Nine-Star Tyrant's Secret. And I'll show you the true meaning of power!"

As the two enemies clashed, the cosmos trembled with anticipation. The outcome was far from certain, and the very fate of the universe hung in the balance.

But just as Chen Beixuan was about to unleash the full fury of the Nine-Star Tyrant's Secret, a sudden, inexplicable energy surge erupted from the depths of space. The celestial harmonics faltered, and Xuan Yuchen's eyes flickered with surprise.

"Wh-what's happening?" Chen Beixuan stuttered, his connection to the Nine-Star Tyrant's Secret wavering.

Xuan Yuchen's gaze snapped towards the source of the energy surge, his face pale with concern. "It's...it's the Celestial Council. They're intervening on your behalf, Chen Beixuan."

Chen Beixuan's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean? How can they help me?"

Xuan Yuchen's expression turned grave. "They're sending a representative to negotiate with you. But be warned, Chen Beixuan, the Celestial Council is not to be trifled with. They'll stop at nothing to maintain the balance of power in the universe."

As the two enemies parted ways, Chen Beixuan felt a sense of trepidation creeping over him. What did the Celestial Council want from him? And what would be the cost of their intervention?

The fate of the universe hung in the balance, and Chen Beixuan was about to face the greatest challenge of his life...