414 - Made-Up Martial Arts, Have You Really Mastered Them, Disciple?

Chapter 414: One Strike to Annihilate the Blood Spirit, The Comeback of the Abandoned Feng Yan raised his head and saw a drop of deep red blood descending, causing his scalp to tingle as a powerful sense of danger enveloped him, and he held his breath. This droplet of blood contained terrifying power. Even though he was an Immortal Heavenly Venerable with enhanced strength and had cultivated divine arts, he felt he could not resist this droplet. Even if he survived, he would be heavily injured! The power that came with this droplet of blood had already been weakened by a barrier of heaven and earth; otherwise, it would have been enough to obliterate him. A presence beyond the Immortal Realm? Blood Spirit from the Netherworld Abyss? Feng Yan's expression changed drastically as the crisis was imminent! The Great Yue Emperor's expression shifted, and he exclaimed, "The Nether Bone Blood Drop, be careful!" Li Xuan raised an eyebrow, his spear pointed, and with a boom, the Nether Bone Blood Drop was instantly shattered by him, dissipating into a blood-red glow. A strike from beyond the Immortal Realm? Blood Spirit from the Netherworld Abyss? Li Xuan took a step forward, arriving at the core of the Heavenly Abyss, looking up towards the barrier of heaven and earth. Feng Yan felt as if he had been reborn, hurriedly grabbing the corpses of three sacrificial scapegoats and fleeing. "Who are you?" A cold voice transmitted from outside the heavenly barrier. "My name signifies cause and effect, beyond the endurance of ants." Li Xuan spoke indifferently. Although the entity in the Heavenly Abyss was an Extreme Soul Physique, it was not a clone, thus indistinguishable from his real self. The Heavenly Dao Eye appeared at this moment. What the Extreme Soul Physique saw was also seen by Li Xuan, and he could use the Heavenly Dao Eye through the Extreme Soul Physique. The laws surrounded, and the power of these laws formed a barrier that blocked stronger forces from outside the heavens from entering, preventing invasions from formidable foes. Is this the self-defense of the world? Yet, the heavenly barrier also blocked cultivators within from leaving. Li Xuan had become very familiar with Tai-Cang Heaven and Earth, especially regarding the laws. With the Heavenly Dao Eye, he saw much more. Beyond the world, where the haze and darkness mingled with blood light, stood a figure with a blood-red long beard and cold eyes amidst the cloud of blood light. This was the very Blood Spirit from the Netherworld Abyss who had just made a move. "That's all there is." Assessing the opponent's strength, Li Xuan's gaze was calm. Although this Blood Spirit was above the Immortal Realm, it still lagged behind him by far. "So, my current strength is actually much stronger than the realm above the Immortal Realm, perhaps comparable to two levels higher?" Even if not exactly, there wouldn’t be much difference. Though he was in the Void Shattering Realm, his strength was amplified a hundredfold, not to be assessed by normal Void Shattering standards. The five martial paths combined, and various divine arts exceeded all expectations. "Arrogant!" The Blood Spirit coldly declared, raising a hand as a deeper crimson drop of blood began to condense, preparing to strike again. Li Xuan smiled faintly, raising his spear and pointing it towards the sky. Despite the barrier of heaven and earth, given his understanding of Tai-Cang's laws, bypassing it to direct this strike outward wasn’t difficult. "In this realm, ants must not disturb!" Li Xuan's indifferent voice was also transmitted outward. With a subtle sound, this strike, which seemed effortless from Li Xuan, was nearly a full-force blow of Extreme Soul Martial Path. The Blood Spirit, preparing to strike, was instantly terrified. A feeling of suffocation arose, with his soul trembling, and realizing the impossibility of escape, it was as if his soul had been locked onto. A point of cold light appeared within his soul. Boom! The Blood Spirit's aura exploded, blood-colored light soared to the skies, and a barrier condensed above the torrential and vicious soul, a soul defense technique! Yet, this defense was so fragile, as if made of paper, instantly pierced by the cold light. Thud! The Blood Spirit collapsed, his eyes vacant, his soul obliterated, devoid of any life force. "I’ll leave your whole corpse here and see who else dares to disturb." Li Xuan chuckled lightly. As for whether killing this Blood Spirit would provoke stronger beings from the Netherworld Abyss, Li Xuan was utterly indifferent. Stronger beings, if they could enter Tai-Cang, would have long come into the Divine Domain. For instance, the Enchantress must hate him to the bones, but if she could come in, she would have long sought him for vengeance. "When I break through to the Heaven and Earth Realm, I’ll be even stronger and fearless!" Li Xuan remained unfazed. With a casual wave, several strands of Unyielding Qi penetrated the heavenly barrier, forming a sealing restriction. With this seal, even the Blood Spirits from the Netherworld Abyss could not infiltrate their power. The strength of sacrificial scapegoats entering the Heavenly Abyss would also be weakened. Su Lingxiu desired to turn the Great Yue Heavenly Abyss into a Divine Furnace of Heaven and Earth. If the infiltration from beyond the heavens was sealed, there would be fewer things to refine for the Divine Furnace. Li Xuan turned and left, the Extreme Soul Weapon already put away. "Alright, arrange it yourself. There won't be any Netherworld Abyss intrusions for a while." Su Lingxiu was overjoyed upon hearing this, "Thank you, Master!" "Many thanks, Senior!" The Great Yue Emperor and others quickly and respectfully saluted. Li Xuan nodded, taking a step forward and disappearing within the Heavenly Abyss. "The Heavenly Abyss has been pacified, everyone head to support Wan Lei Sect and Tian Wu Gate." The Great Yue Emperor looked at the other Immortal Heavenly Venerables and said. "Yes!" Many Immortal Heavenly Venerables swiftly left to support Tian Wu Gate and Wan Lei Sect. The battle of the Qinghua Realm’s Heavenly Abyss ended in such a manner. Post-war matters will also require some time to be handled. Su Lingxiu and others returned, while Fang Hao continued devising his grand array, Su Lingxiu prepared for the Divine Furnace of Heaven and Earth, and Jiang Buping absorbed and comprehended the gains of this occasion. The Qinghua Realm’s Heavenly Abyss battle gradually settled, but the chaos in the Nine Mountains Realm showed no sign of abating, only becoming more chaotic. The nine major powers were all involved, creating chaos, with Blood Scions from the Netherworld Abyss continuing their slaughter, turning the entire Nine Mountains Realm into a battlefield of disorder. With the successive demise of core disciples of various powers, despite the influence of the forces behind Tian Sha Di Ying, all were seeing red, leading to endless chaotic slaughter. "Another realm in chaos." Li Xuan raised his head and looked towards a place where the laws of heaven and earth fluctuated intensely, clearly another war had erupted, another realm plunged into chaos. "How will the 36 realms of the Divine Domain turn out? Tian Sha Di Ying has deeply infiltrated." The chaos of the Divine Domain is now unstoppable. The unification of heaven and earth is perhaps tacitly allowed by certain strong beings, without strong intervention, seemingly to observe how far Tian Sha Di Ying can go. Fang Hao also on this day sought the Great Yue Emperor, Sect Master of Wan Lei, Sect Master of Tian Wu, and other top Immortal Heavenly Venerables of the Qinghua Realm with the greatest authority, and began his grand plan. "Setting up a great array in Qinghua Realm?" "Yes, once the array is completed, the entire Qinghua Realm will be worry-free. Not to mention the Blood Scions from the Netherworld Abyss, even Blood Spirits can be destroyed by drawing on the might of Qinghua Realm’s heaven and earth. "As long as the array is completed, Qinghua Realm can stand outside the chaos, amassing strong power, and the Heavenly Abyss will no longer pose a threat. "Moreover, if my junior sister succeeds in turning the Heavenly Abyss into the Divine Furnace of Heaven and Earth, it will not only refine higher-grade elixirs but also capture treasures beyond the heaven and earth for refinement." "More importantly, the spiritual energy of Qinghua Realm will improve, and it can attract the descending of the rhythm of the laws, allowing breakthroughs within Qinghua Realm..." With Fang Hao's explanation and persuasion, the hearts of the Great Yue Emperor and others were shaken, their minds already envisioning Qinghua Realm enveloped by the great array, the Heavenly Abyss turned into the Divine Furnace, spiritual energy of heaven and earth surging. And they, too, would break through the limits of the Immortal Realm. Being able to break through the Immortal Realm in Qinghua Realm, what a temptation! No Immortal Heavenly Venerable could resist such allure. Once successful, Qinghua Realm genuinely becoming impregnable, unaffected by the chaos of the Divine Domain, even if Blood Spirits from the Netherworld Abyss descend, they could be annihilated using Qinghua Realm’s mighty heaven and earth. No matter how strong the Blood Spirits from the Netherworld Abyss are, how can they withstand the vast might of Qinghua Realm? The Immortal Heavenly Venerables are only at a disadvantage because the scope of their domain of control is too small. "Good, very good, everything will follow Brother Fang’s arrangement!" The Great Yue Emperor said excitedly. "Yes, everything will follow Brother Fang’s arrangement!" "Everything needed, just ask, Brother Fang. The array must succeed." The Sect Masters of Wan Lei and Tian Wu also spoke excitedly. "Alright, then it’s decided. Once the array is in place, regardless of the chaos in the Divine Domain, Qinghua Realm will remain worry-free." Fang Hao said joyfully. Utilizing the entire Qinghua Realm for the great array is not an easy task, not a project that can be completed overnight. Fang Hao would be very busy, even with assistance from numerous Immortal Heavenly Venerables, as the actual setup of the great array needed his personal involvement. --- New Terms Translation: 1. **冥獄血靈**: "Blood Spirit from the Netherworld Abyss" - A formidable antagonist from a place known as the Netherworld Abyss. Alternate Translation: "Netherworld Blood Spirit", Literal Translation: "Underworld Blood Spirit." 2. **冥骨血滴**: "Nether Bone Blood Drop" - A perilous technique or entity manifested as a blood drop with terrifying power. No alternate translation provided. 3. **陰冷的聲音**: This "cold voice" is described emanating from the realm outside the heavenly barrier, enhancing the menacing atmosphere surrounding the entity. 4. **太蒼**: "Tai-Cang" - The name of the realm where the narrative unfolds. Unchanged from original text due to its significance as a location. Literal Translation: "Grand Cang." 5. **青華境**: "Qinghua Realm" - A realm within the narrative. Translated to indicate a specific setting within the story. Literal Translation: "Blue Flower Boundary." 6. **九山境**: "Nine Mountains Realm" - Another realm in chaos, indicating an alternate location affected within the narrative. Literal Translation: "Nine Mountain Boundary." 7. **天窟**: "Heavenly Abyss" - A critical location being central to several battles, its naming reflects its significant nature within the story. Alternate Translation: "Sky Cave", Literal: "Heaven Cave." No puns or wordplay were identified in these passages that warranted alteration or exceptional translation. The translations aimed to maintain the story's atmosphere and emphasis on the power dynamics being depicted. Additionally, the list includes existing translations for various realms and characters that align with their newly revealed roles or backgrounds, like Fang Hao's planning expertise and Su Lingxiu's alchemic ventures, adding depth to their characters in this passage. Some non-essential and non-core array arrangements, as well as the crafting of array treasures, can be assigned to the other members of the Qimen Institute. The entire Qinghua Realm was abuzz with activity. To prevent information leaks, the realm's entrance gate was sealed, forbidding entry to outsiders. Su Lingxiu, along with Yue'er, Zhou Ying, and Meng Shushu, was busy preparing, and even Cai Ling'er was roped into assisting with the setup for the Divine Furnace of Heaven and Earth. "Master, I want to go to the Nine Mountains Realm." Jiang Buping emerged from his seclusion. He intended to venture out, and the turmoil in the Nine Mountains Realm was the perfect stage for him to showcase his skills. Moreover, his senior brothers were already there, engaging in battles against Tian Sha Di Ying. The three brothers would join forces, blazing a trail of glory! "Go ahead." Li Xuan nodded, embedding a jade talisman into Jiang Buping's body with a gesture. "Croak!" Little Ha bounced over, eager to return to the Nine Mountains Realm too. After all, both his eldest and second brothers were hard at work for the cause of the Beast Tribe, and how could he sit idly by? He was happy to travel alongside Jiang Buping to the Nine Mountains Realm, making the crossing of the realm gate much less perilous with Jiang Buping's presence. Fang Hao and Su Lingxiu took time to see him off. "These are transmission talismans. They work seamlessly within the entire Divine Domain. Take some to your eldest and second brothers as well. "Also, here's my latest formation plate. Take it to them, too." Fang Hao handed over a stack of transmission talismans and several formation plates to Jiang Buping. "Take these elixirs as well. They're for your elder brothers. Even though your Extreme Soul Martial Path soul is unyielding and unlikely to get injured, accidents can happen. "So, this bottle contains elixirs I've crafted specifically for you. They can heal the soul, with a trace of Unyielding Qi added for enhanced effect. "The Unyielding Qi poses no harm to you now, and combined with the elixir effects, it should be enough to heal any soul injuries you might sustain." Su Lingxiu handed over a collection of elixirs to Jiang Buping. Among them were elixirs prepared specifically for Jiang Buping. Although she couldn't yet refine Unyielding Qi, she could incorporate it into the elixirs. And these elixirs, imbued with Unyielding Qi, suited Jiang Buping's Extreme Soul Martial Path perfectly. "Thank you, Third Senior Sister, and Fourth Senior Brother!" Jiang Buping carefully put away the items. "Little Ha, take these to Red Cat." Su Lingxiu also gave Little Ha some elixirs meant for Red Cat and their companions. "Croak!" Little Ha nodded. "Your senior brother awaits news of your triumph in the Qinghua Realm!" Fang Hao said with a smile. "I won't let you down, senior brother." Jiang Buping nodded solemnly, smiling. "Master, your disciple is taking his leave!" Jiang Buping bowed respectfully to his master. "Go, and diligently comprehend the Extreme Soul Martial Manual." Li Xuan nodded calmly. That day, Jiang Buping, with Little Ha at his side, arrived at the gateway of the Qinghua Realm and stepped through, journeying to the Nine Mountains Realm. The Tai-Kun's abandoned youth had finally embarked on the road of a comeback and rise. --- The Nine Mountains Realm was a scene of chaos, battles unending. At Dagai Mountain, the immortal heavenly venerable from the Wan family was confronting their counterparts from Qiandie Mountain and Hengfeng Mountain, having already battled once. Dagai Mountain was in turmoil, with disciples of the Netherworld Abyss infiltrating and killing everywhere. Additionally, a Blood Scion entered Dagai Mountain, seemingly plotting something. Boom! In one part of Dagai Mountain, a giant figure gleaming with golden light, wielding a massive blade surrounded by wind and thunder, with a bright sun hanging above its head, appeared domineering and awe-inspiring, like a deity descending. "Die!" The blade, wielded like a force of nature, sliced down, displaying world-ending might. Poof! One of the fierce mask-wearing assailants was utterly vanquished under this blade, turned to ashes, utterly annihilated! Elsewhere, layers of sword light overlapped, and the intent of the sword illuminated the sky, creating the image of Heaven and Earth suspended, shielding three mask-wearing assailants. Poof! Within the image of suspended Heaven and Earth, a towering figure wielded a sword, and black sword light cut through everything, causing the masked assailants to fall one after another. This place was the headquarters of Tian Sha Di Ying in Dagai Mountain, and today was the day for its extermination. After Meng Chong reached the Divine Appearance Realm, Xu Yan and Meng Chong began retaliatory strikes against Tian Sha Di Ying, systematically identifying and eradicating their strongholds with the help of members controlled by the divine perfection of Tianyi Sect. Today marked the dismantling of Tian Sha Di Ying's headquarters on Dagai Mountain. The chaos in the Nine Mountains Realm, with Hengfeng Mountain and Qiandie Mountain accusing Xu Yan and Meng Chong of killing their descendants, had placed considerable pressure on the Wan family of Dagai Mountain. Additionally, with their geniuses killed, albeit aware of the conspiracy by Tian Sha Di Ying, the situation was too chaotic for change. The Wan family stood alone as the only family power amid the turmoil. Naturally, they became the prime target for Tian Sha Di Ying, especially with Xu Yan and Meng Chong based in Dagai Mountain. After all, no member of the Wan family was part of Tian Sha Di Ying, preventing any infiltration into their core. "From this day, Dagai Mountain shall be free of Tian Sha Di Ying's influence, repaying the Wan family for blocking the Immortal Heavenly Venerables." Xu Yan stood with his sword, the remnants of sword intent lingering after the battle. It seemed as if it would never fade away. This place was destined to be a sacred ground for sword cultivators. Boom! Suddenly, a blood-red light emerged, enveloping powerful momentum. --- New Terms and Translations: 1. **奇門院**: "Qimen Institute" - A group responsible for specialized formation tasks. Alternate Translation: "Odd Gate Institute", Literal Translation: "Strange Gate Institute." 2. **境門**: "Realm Gate" - The threshold or entrance gate governing access between realms. Alternate Translation: "Boundary Gate", Literal Translation: "Boundary Door." 3. **天意定神**: "Divine Perfection of Tianyi Sect" - Refers to a technique or sect capable of maintaining control, inferred to be linked to Tian Sha Di Ying's intelligence strategy. Alternate Translation: "Tianyi Divine Decision", Literal Translation: "Heaven's Will Divine Steadiness." 4. **太崑棄子**: "Tai-Kun's Abandoned Youth" - Referring to Jiang Buping's metaphorical rebirth from a discarded state within the Tai-Kun lineage. Alternate Translation: "Tai-Kun's Abandoned Scion", Literal Translation: "Tai-Kun Abandoned Son." 5. **彩靈兒**: "Cai Ling'er" - Marked as female. This character's involvement indicates their significance, particularly in array functions. This excerpt introduces or emphasizes ongoing conflict dynamics through Jiang Buping and highlights tangible connections within the Tai-Kun lineage, revealing their roles against overarching antagonists like Tian Sha Di Ying. Through these established connections and roles, the narrative deepens in development and cohesion.