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

Chapter 460: Longyuan Jade Platform, Critical Point The Sea-Spirit Tribe's Grand Elder and his entourage had already retreated far away at the moment Xu Yan made his move, fearing the collateral impacts. At this moment, witnessing the terror of the "Tenfold Annihilation Sword (十方寂滅劍)" from a distance, they saw Blood King Li's incarnation instantly perish, and the Heavenly Abyss (天窟) was swept away; the blood light had vanished. Their hearts were filled with shock as their minds recalled the lingering aura over the seas where the boundary gates once stood. Only now, with their own eyes, did they grasp the terror of Xu Yan's sword. What Gao Xueming had said wasn't exaggerated; it was insufficient to describe the majesty of this sword's Dao! Sword God Xu Yan truly stood unparalleled in the world! With one sword, he swept clear the seas, annihilated the Blood King's incarnation, and suppressed the Heavenly Abyss. Furthermore, the lingering might of this sword Dao posed a palpable threat, even if approached by an Immortal Heavenly Venerable. Boom! Suddenly, from afar came a rumbling sound. The Sea-Spirit Tribe's Grand Elder's expression shifted; the other great Heavenly Abysses within the realm of Bihai were in turmoil and could fall at any moment. He looked to Xu Yan, gritted his teeth, and flew to his presence. "I am the Grand Elder of the Sea-Spirit Tribe, pleading with Sword God Young Lord Xu for assistance in pacifying the Heavenly Abyss turmoil in our Bihai Realm. Our tribe's treasures shall be open to you—take what you need!" "Open to me?" Xu Yan couldn't help but reassess the Sea-Spirit Tribe's Grand Elder. "Indeed, Young Lord Xu, pick any treasures you desire!" The Grand Elder solemnly pledged. And then he added, "Our Sea-Spirit Tribe, though in decline, has ancient relics that might catch your eye." Xu Yan's thoughts drifted to Cai Linger — his master's maid, a Sea-Spirit Tribe member with royal Sea-Spirit lineage, who had awakened her bloodline under his master's guidance, gaining the tribe's inheritance. The tribe's treasury possibly held items of interest to his master. And, with such treasures, there would be suitable rewards for his master's maid. "My master's realm is too high; few things can attract master's interest, yet small trinkets might be given by my master as rewards to others," Xu Yan mused, nodding in agreement. "Very well, I agree!" "Many thanks, Young Lord!" The Sea-Spirit Tribe's Grand Elder was overjoyed. To him, the Tribe's ancient relics might hinder rather than help. In these unstable times within the Divine Domain, stronger beings might target such items; better to use them to foster goodwill with Xu Yan. By forging such a friendship, should the Sea-Spirit Tribe face hardship, Xu Yan might intervene. With Xu Yan's prowess, his intervention could effortlessly rescue the Sea-Spirit Tribe from peril. "Currently, the Bihai Realm's crisis isn't clear; Young Lord, what do you propose?" The Grand Elder looked at Xu Yan with hope on his face. "I'll go pacify the turbulent Heavenly Abyss now!" Xu Yan nodded, telepathically contacting Xie Lingfeng, to meet again on Yuntian Island. Together with the Sea-Spirit Tribe's Grand Elder, they vanished in a moment, heading to the nearest turbulent Heavenly Abyss. "The Bihai Realm’s crisis is resolved!" Xie Tianheng breathed a sigh of relief beside his son. Incredible! After years apart, Xu Yan's renown had spread throughout the Divine Domain. Now witnessing him firsthand revealed his immense strength. To slay an Immortal Heavenly Venerable was as easy as swatting a fly. "Back to Yuntian Island to await Brother Xu!" Xie Lingfeng happily exclaimed. The Bihai Realm's crisis emerged abruptly but was suppressed swiftly. The name of Sword God Xu Yan echoed throughout the Bihai Realm as he singlehandedly quelled the Heavenly Abyss turmoil. Consequently, no further tumult would erupt from these abysses for an extended period. On a small courtyard at Yuntian Island, Xu Yan gathered with Xie Lingfeng, while beneath a certain sea region of the Bihai Realm, a dark aura rose from a hectare-wide abyss entrance. A massive turtle lay atop the abyss, completely obscuring its entrance. Boom! Boom! Boom! Rumbling sounds emanated from within the abyss, yet the turtle remained indifferent, merely raising its head to the sky. "An absolute prodigy indeed!" The Bihai Realm's crisis was quelled so swiftly. "This kid might indeed take that step. With the Yuan Turtle Shell I gifted, even amidst crisis, he could evade early demise. If he reaches that step, I wasn't wrong; gaining that opportunity will enable him to stand against formidable foes." The Cang Hai Turtle's eyes gleamed with anticipation. "But can Tai-Cang's Heaven and Earth withstand until he takes that step?" Falling into contemplation once more, the Cang Hai Turtle slightly shifted, lowering its head into the abyss, only to reemerge moments later, slumping atop the entrance again. "Those Unyielding True Spirits are still too weak, and of low grade. If a higher-grade Unyielding True Spirit arrives, consuming one might restore me somewhat." The Cang Hai Turtle appeared somewhat helpless. "This place isn't bad; I'll keep hiding here. Occasionally feasting on Unyielding True Spirits, this life suits me fine without wandering aimlessly outside. If discovered by certain fellows, handling my current predicament won't be easy.” The Cang Hai Turtle lamented its injuries and reduced strength, far from its peak. "Hopefully, young Xu Yan brings me a surprise soon." The turtle withdrew its head, merging its shell seamlessly with the seabed, camouflaging itself as a seabed hill. No one would suspect it was a disguised colossal turtle. "This is the best hiding spot," resolved the Cang Hai Turtle, determining it would remain concealed unless Xu Yan retrieved the essence of Heaven and Earth's Dao Tact to find him. With the Divine Domain's uncertain situation, Tai-Cang's Heaven and Earth rested on a precipice; inadvertently exposing oneself could invite calamity. The Bihai Realm's crisis had been resolved swiftly, so no SOS messages were sent, leaving the outside world oblivious to its prior danger. Yet, some individuals seemed to sense signals, prompting them into action. In the Longshan Realm, atop the peaks near Longyuan, Wind Spirit Tiger (风灵虎) sat in a chair, drowsily waiting for information from Tian Seventeen (天十七). At a certain moment, after some time preparing arrangements, Tian Seventeen returned. "Wind Spirit King, the time has come." Tian Seventeen exhaled deeply, speaking intently. "What’s the plan?" Wind Spirit Tiger perked up immediately. Tian Seventeen waved a hand, summoning a jade platform from the depths of Longyuan. The platform was carved with specific patterns, emanating a certain Dao rhythm. Vaguely, it even exuded a formidable presence from the platform. "This is?" Wind Spirit Tiger was taken aback. That familiar intimidating presence, it was unmistakably tiger might, stronger and of higher lineage than its own, a lingering aura from a spirit beast of superior bloodline and strength. "The remnant aura of a Heavenly Tiger, it aids in awakening your bloodline, breaking its shackles. Lie on the platform, awaiting the tiger's might to unleash your Heavenly Tiger bloodline fully," Tian Seventeen explained calmly. Gazing between the jade platform and Tian Seventeen, Wind Spirit Tiger asked warily, "Tian Seventeen, aiding me so generously to activate my bloodline, what's the catch?" Tian Seventeen chuckled, "It's not for free; I've explained. You're needed to leverage your Heavenly Tiger bloodline to channel the Heavenly Tiger's might and summon a certain treasure. "I need that treasure, while you gain enhanced bloodline; win-win. However, don't covet the treasure, or else!" At this, Tian Seventeen cast a penetrating glance. Assured, Wind Spirit Tiger realized the treasure must indeed be extraordinary, prompting Tian Seventeen to offer help in exchange for bloodline enhancement to draw it forth. It all made sense! "No problem. I'm not one to be insatiable," Wind Spirit Tiger patted its chest with one paw confidently. "That’s ideal!" Tian Seventeen nodded approvingly. "I'm going!" Wind Spirit Tiger couldn't wait, leaping onto the jade platform over Longyuan. Boom! Upon arrival, its aura involuntarily surged, exuding an overwhelming tiger strength. Standing magnificently on the platform, it couldn't help but roar in exultation! Tian Seventeen smiled, gesturing with a hand as fog enveloped Longyuan, white chains descending from the heavens. "Wind Spirit Tiger, cultivate on the jade platform; when the time arrives, the treasure will undoubtedly manifest!" Tian Seventeen asserted earnestly. "Understood!" The Wind Spirit Tiger's voice resonated. --- **New Terms and Characters:** - **Blood King Li (血王厲)**: A character mentioned as having an incarnation that Xu Yan destroys. His title suggests a connection with blood-related powers or entities. Translation options: Blood King Li or Bloody King Li. The chosen translation maintains a sense of regality and danger. - **Cang Hai Turtle (滄海龜)**: A great turtle character that offers strategic commentary and provides the "Yuan Turtle Shell" to Xu Yan. The translation highlights the vastness associated with the character. - **Longshan Realm (龍山境) and Longyuan (龍淵)**: These are place names associated with mystical and strategic events. "Long="dragon," "Shan="mountain," and "Yuan="abyss" convey their formidable nature in the world. - **Tian Seventeen (天十七)**: A character involved in orchestrating events around the Longyuan Jade Platform. The name seems to rank him in a numbered or structured organization. "Tian="heaven" aligns with mystical or authoritative themes. - **Heavenly Tiger (天虎)**: This implies a legendary tiger whose might is used to empower others. The translation melds both grandness and predatory might. The narrative's mythic and strategic stakes are clear, positioning Xu Yan and the Sea-Spirit Tribe against broader cosmic disruptions while planning resource exchanges, revealing a broad, interconnected world. The list should include "Seas" alongside "Heavenly Abyss," emphasizing the layers of the spatial and martial conflicts described. At this moment, on the jade platform, Wind Spirit Tiger widened its eyes, discovering a fist-sized mass of dark red liquid inside the platform, emitting an awe-inspiring presence. Instantly, from deep within, a yearning for this liquid surged within the Wind Spirit Tiger! "Heavenly Tiger Essence Blood? And it's True Spirit grade Heavenly Tiger Essence Blood!" Wind Spirit Tiger was filled with delight. This was truly a great chance! As it lay on the jade platform, breathing in the tiger might from the platform, its bloodline continuously activated. Over time, the Heavenly Tiger Essence Blood inside the platform gradually transformed into the shape of a tiger. Moreover, it seemed to be rising, as if it intended to leave the platform and enter its body. "A great opportunity indeed; consuming this drop of essence blood could allow me to break through the constraints of my bloodline, potentially advancing to the True Spirit stage!" Lying on the jade platform, Wind Spirit Tiger gazed fixedly at that drop of essence blood, continuously stimulating its bloodline, enhancing its tiger might, oblivious to everything outside the jade platform. It didn't even realize that within the confines of the jade platform, it could no longer escape, much less see beyond it. Above Longyuan, the tiger might intensified, with the faint appearance of a giant tiger's shadow, while those chains slowly tightened, seemingly drawing something into place. Tian Seventeen silently watched as a streak of light shot from the sky, landing on his shoulder—a small spirit bird. This was a message-carrying spirit bird, and it was no ordinary bird, fast and nearly transcending the spirit beast level. Even as a True Spirit, this type of bird was prominent only in speed, excelling at rapid message delivery rather than combat prowess. It belonged primarily to the category of mere swift messengers even at the True Spirit level. "Xu Yan again!" Reading the message, Tian Seventeen frowned slightly. The Bihai Realm's plan had failed because Xu Yan intervened, sweeping away all crises. Moreover, he had slain both Blood King Ju and Blood King Li's incarnations, effectively making enemies of the two major blood kings of Netherworld Abyss. "The Netherworld Abyss's failure can't be blamed on us." Tian Seventeen chuckled. The Abyss had done what it needed to do; their failure to secure part of the Bihai Realm was their own fault. After pondering briefly, Tian Seventeen left a message; the spirit bird swiftly departed. "The time of descent is near; the Diyun Heavenly Abyss must be prepared as well." Tian Seventeen glanced towards a certain location, let out a cold snort, and vanished suddenly. Outside Longyuan, an Immortal Heavenly Venerable furrowed his brows, eyeing the space with suspicion. "What happened at Longyuan? The pressure is immense, something's amiss. What are those chains pulling in?" The more he contemplated, the more alarmed he became. Just as he was about to leave, a massive hand reached over. "Not good!" The Immortal Heavenly Venerable's expression drastically changed, unleashing his hidden secret arts in an instant. Yet that hand merely clenched, destroying him effortlessly! Tian Seventeen's figure emerged. "The matter of Longyuan must remain secret. I must guard this place until the summoning succeeds. As for other assignments from the Tian Sha Di Ying group, they aren't as critical." His form vanished into the clouds, standing vigil silently. A few days later, a True Spirit level spirit beast attempted to explore Longyuan but was annihilated with a single strike. The Divine Domain was now perched on a critical cusp, with turmoil persisting. The Heavenly Abyss had quieted, with minimal disturbances. Many who had been stationed at the Heavenly Abyss could now afford some relief. Numerous signs suggested an unusual tenor in the Divine Domain's state, as if approaching a pivotal moment. In the Fenghe Realm, Jiang Buping stepped into a Heavenly Abyss, a place teeming with Unyielding Qi. "Jiang Buping entered the Heavenly Abyss!" "Prepare to act; success depends on this moment." Several Immortal Heavenly Venerables spoke in low voices. "Elders of the Yunshang Sect, Elders of the Tai-Kun Jiang Clan, regarding Jiang Buping's secrets, you'll have no objections if we share them, right?" "No objections. Just incapacitate him for us to bring back to the Tai-Kun Realm. If necessary, bringing back a corpse will suffice." "That would be fine!" Outside the Heavenly Abyss, the area had been cleared, even the nearby major city was vacated. Powerful figures appeared at the Heavenly Abyss entrance, each holding artifacts, synchronously setting them up to seal the entrance. "Jiang Buping's trapped in the Heavenly Abyss. He was too careless!" "Not careless, just overly confident, thinking himself invincible!" "This time, Jiang Buping is sure to die." Informed martial artists sighed and remarked. "Should we lend Jiang Buping a hand?" Hong Er asked seriously. "No need. If Jiang Buping can't get through this, it shows he lacks the strength to confront Meng Chong." Hong Yi shook his head. Meng Chong, more terrifying than anticipated; with just a single blade, he pierced through two realms, suppressed the turmoil, and charged into the Heavenly Abyss, mercilessly slaying all external Immortal Realm foes. Aware of the unfolding events, mighty figures watched silently to see whether Jiang Buping could sweep the many adversaries or stumble in this Earth-shattering battle. --- **New Terms and Characters:** - **Heavenly Tiger Essence Blood (天虎精血)**: The essence blood of a Heavenly Tiger, described as a pivotal opportunity for Wind Spirit Tiger. This essence blood is of True Spirit level and crucial for unlocking bloodline potential. The term refers explicitly to a sacred and powerful aspect of the tiger. - **Tian Sha Di Ying (天煞地影)**: Possibly a group or sect, with Tian Seventeen explicitly working under it. The name indicates something ominous or otherworldly, relating possibly to shadowy or ominous operations. - **Fenghe Realm (風河境)**: A realm or world where certain conflicts unfold. The literal translation reflects “wind plus river,” evoking nature-related traits, yet it signifies a substantial strategic area. The narrative expands the world by revealing intrigue, mystical operations, and pressing confrontations underpinning the martial dynamics between realms. Suggestions to the list include considering the functional translation of place names' descriptive elements, enriching the narrative's geographical depth.