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Chapter 435: The Heavenvoid Cauldron and the Heavenmend Pill

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That might not be certain. I heard that the disciples of the Myriad Gates of Enlightenment have spent the past few years searching for Gold Thread Silkworms. But information regarding their search suddenly stopped, possibly from having found them. With the assistance of these exotic insects, it is quite possible for the master of the Myriad Gates of Enlightenment to acquire the Heavenvoid Cauldron. Grandmaster Zenith Yin frowned and unconsciously looked at Wan Tianming and the others with great worry.

The three Righteous Dao Nascent Soul cultivators were currently sitting down cross-legged on a single pillar as if they had no intention of speaking.

Humph! Not only is it possible that Wan Tianming possesses Gold Thread Silkworms, Ive heard that you, Zenith Yin, have acquired two mutant fire pythons from Li Fire Island. Your ambitions for this trip are also quite large! Man Huzi shot Grandmaster Zenith Yin a glance and spoke without restraint. He appeared somewhat disdainful of Grandmaster Zenith Yins stealthy actions.

When Grandmaster Zenith Yin heard this, his expression abruptly changed several times before he recovered his calm. However, he was profusely cursing in his heart. There was no question that his own confidants had divulged this information since it had been heard by Man Huzi.

It seems that in addition to acquiring the life prolonging fruit, Man Huzi wished to keep watch on Grandmaster Zenith Yins actions along the way.

Despite feeling annoyed, Grandmaster Zenith Yin spoke with a blank face, It seems my ineptitude has attracted your ridicule. I have truly acquired two mutant fire pythons, but their skills are shallow. As their odds of success are low, I require Brother Mans and Brother Qings assistance.

The old Confucian scholars heart stirred and he hesitantly asked, Assist you? Do we get any benefits?

When Grandmaster Zenith Yin heard this, he revealed a slight smile, choosing to continue with voice transmission rather than speaking, According to the information left behind by the Heavenvoid Halls master, there are several top grade desolate antiquities left behind from ancient times. Their power should undoubtedly be unmatched. Apart from the Heavenvoid Cauldron and a Heavenmend Pill, how about we evenly split the other items?

The old Confucian scholars face flashed with greed, but after some consideration, he took a look at Man Huzi before replying with a voice transmission, I have no problem with this, but it will depend on Brother Man. After all, without Brother Man to pin down Wan Tianming, I wouldnt be able to brave the risk.

Grandmaster Zenith Yin wasnt surprised to hear this. He knew that this old Confucian by the name of Layman Qing Yi1. His specific title is Householder. was truly an old schemer. If he didnt draw in Man Huzi, this matter would have no chance of success.

Thus, Grandmaster Zenith Yin turned his head to Man Huzi passed on his conditions to Man Huzi with a voice transmission, Brother Man, what do you think of my proposal? Are you interested in cooperating? After all, Brother Man should clearly understand that I have no need for the Heavenmend Pill. It serves no other purpose I can think of apart from making up for the deficiency of five elements spiritual roots. Perhaps if Brother Man takes it, his cultivation will greatly progress and hell be able to breakthrough the limits of his lifespan!

Grandmaster Zenith Yin seemed not to mind the unsightly expression he had just shown and spoke excitedly.

Humph! From your plan to acquire the Heavenvoid Cauldron with two fire serpents, I see that your mind is muddled! An unknown number of Nascent Cultivators have already scoured these halls, but they all returned with disappointment. Do you believe that your plan is so likely to be successful that is it worth braving these great dangers? The danger of the inner halls is far greater than the outer halls. Even if we go in as Nascent Soul cultivators, there is no guarantee we will come out unscathed. Every successive opening of the Heavenvoid Hall doesnt end with only one or two Nascent Soul cultivators disappearing. Man Huzi snorted and spoke with derision.

Brother Man need not worry about this. Just let me ask, if Wan Tianming truly strived for the Heavenvoid Cauldron wouldnt Brother Man want to go and watch it? Grandmaster Zenith Yin calmly asked.

Man Huzis cold smile gradually disappeared after he heard Zenith Yins question.

He narrowed his eyes and a cold glint flashed through his eyes before he slowly said, If Wan Tianming truly wishes to brave the inner halls then I will travel with you without question. Even if our Devil Dao is incapable of obtaining the Heavenvoid Cauldron, we cannot allow it to fall into the hands of the Righteous Dao.

Hehe, thats good. So long as Brother Man lends a hand when the time comes, my previous proposal will obviously hold. Naturally, if Lady Wen is willing to lend her assistance, she is more than welcome. Grandmaster Zenith Yin glanced at the beautiful woman with a slight smile.

My purpose in coming here is to pick some spiritual herbs. The inner halls are too dangerous, so I will not be going.The beautiful woman surnamed Wen didnt bother to hear out his conditions and coldly declined.

A trace of disappointment flashed from Zenith Yins eyes.

Although the beautiful woman was only at early Nascent Soul stage, her lord husband the Archsaint of the Six Paths was a towering, peerless figure amongst those that tread the Devil Dao. As he was unwilling to act shamefully in front of Man Huzi, he couldnt persistently ask her and could only wallow in his impotence.

However, he naturally didnt dare to force the woman along. All he could do was smile and drop the matter. After all, their group of three wasnt at a disadvantage against the Righteous Dao, and he was unwilling to offend the woman.

After the Devil Dao finished their discussions, Wan Tianming and the other two Righteous Dao cultivators continued openly meditating in silence. It was unknown whether they had finished their plans or if they had prepared countermeasures.

Han Li saw all of this while he was sitting in a corner.

Although he was quite far away and the majority of their speech was in sound transmissions, he could faintly guess from their occasionally malicious glances towards the Righteous Dao. They were likely discussing how to deal with the Sect Master of the Myriad Gates of Enlightenment and the others, much to Han Lis delight.

So long as the Nascent Soul cultivators were focused on each other, he could take advantage of the ensuing chaos to further ensure his safety. Best of all, Grandmaster Zenith Yin wouldnt be capable of attending to him!

As Han Li was thinking of what could possibly further increase the chaos, two white clothed old men appeared at the entrance of the hall. Their hair was silver, and their jackets were fluttering about, the exact image one would imagine of an Immortal.

As soon as the many cultivators saw the two and recognized them, their gazes revealed respect.

Their appearance had brought relief to a large portion of the cultivators in the room! As for the old eccentrics of the Devilish and Righteous Daos, they all revealed complicated expressions, containing envy, loathing, and even helplessness.

The old man with the friendlier appearance of the two smiled under the cultivators many gazes and kindly said, The reason why our two sages didnt preside over this treasure hunt at the Heavenvoid Hall is because they are still in seclusion. Us two enforcement elders will be supervising this grand occasion on behalf of the Star Palace in their place.

The rules of this treasure hunt shall be the same as all the others. Those who casually bully the weak or kill others to seize their treasures will be stopped by us, and will be hunted down by our Star Palace. However, our supervision will be limited to the outer halls. We will neither enter the inner halls or be involved with any matters that take place there. Thus, if anyone feels uncertain, do not enter the inner halls . In addition, we will not assist any fellow Daoists with the dangers in the Heavenvoid Halls and will not bat an eye if you perish to them. With this, everyone should understand our intentions.

With that said, the white-clothed old man quickly swept their gazes past everyone in the hall like lightning. When the others felt their gaze upon them, they each turned their head away, but when Wan Tianming and Man Huzi felt their gaze sweep past them, they directly returned their gaze.

The white-clothed old man were initially startled before frowning. They couldnt help but mutter, Why have these two eccentrics arrived? It seems that a bit of trouble is stirring.

The cold-faced old man at his side also had a change of expression, but after a sneer, his expression returned to normal.

Soon after, these two enforcement elders of the Star Palace sat down cross-legged at the sides of the entrance, not paying any attention to the uproar that had been caused by their words.

All of the other Core Formation cultivators had greatly varying expressions ranging from worry to joy.

When Han Li saw this, he couldnt help but find this odd. What did the Star Palace hope to gain by acting so benevolently? Could this be a display of the Star Palaces authority?

At that moment, he heard the voice of the Bone Sage, Youngster, be careful. The Star Palace arent flawlessly virtuous. To the best of my knowledge, when either the Devil Dao or the Righteous Dao obtains too much influence, the Star Palace would suppress the respective offender, denying either of the two sides from gaining too much power. In addition, every time the Heavenvoid Halls opens, quite a number of Righteous and Devil Dao cultivators die from mysterious causes, possibly from the machinations of the Star Palace. Although you dont belong to the Righteous or Devil Dao, you had best watch yourself. I dont wish for my plans to fail merely because I couldnt find another suitable partner.

Although the Bone Sages voice was indifferent, his words stirred great alarm in Han Li.

Well, everyone technically is the MC of their own story.

Chapter 434: Gathering

Fewer and fewer cultivators arrived until many days later when the gradual flow ceased.

However, Grandmaster Zenith Yin and the old Confucian scholar were sitting in silence with solemn expressions. They would occasionally sweep their gaze across the room as if they were waiting for something.

Could they be waiting for Man Huzi? Han Li naturally noticed this and was very curious. As such, he also kept an eye out.

When afternoon arrived, footsteps could be heard from the entrance of the hall. With several flashes of blue radiance, two people walked into the hall one at a time. One of them was an old Daoist with a reddish complexion, and the other was an old man dressed as a farmer with a bitter expression on his thin, dark face.

After these two appeared, the cultivators in the hall became restless. A majority of people looked at the two with a trace of respect.

It seemed these two were quite famous. reeebnovel.om

Grandmaster Zenith Yin and the old Confucian scholar looked at them with ill intent. Grandmaster Zenith Yins expression was particularly harsh.

The two newly arrived experts returned the other partys hostile gazes upon seeing them. The old Daoist snorted and said, Old Devil Zenith Yin! Youve arrived quite early. It seems you of the Devil Dao are quite determined to come out on top during this Heavenvoid Hall.

Tian Wuzi1. The Wuzi in his name can mean enlightened one.! It isnt that this Grandmaster arrived early but you hypocrites arrived far too late. As I was of the opinion that your map fragments information was false, I wasnt expecting you to arrive. This also good. This Grandmaster now has the opportunity to surpass you. Grandmaster Zenith Yin responded with a sinister expression.

Who is it that you think youre going to surpass, Zenith Yin? Please, enlighten us! Without waiting for the old Daoist to strike back, another voice resounded throughout the hall.

When Zenith Yin and the old Confucian scholar heard the new voice, their expressions greatly changed. The taciturn beautiful woman suddenly raised her head and coldly spoke while staring at the halls entrance.

Wan Tianming2. Quite suitably, his name Tianming means dawn or daybreak., youve arrived!

It seems Lady Wen has also arrived. Why does my appearance surprise you? After this was said, a blur shot in from the outside and revealed a middle-aged man with a violet robe and jade belt.

This person had a squarish face and a large brow with white shiny teeth. He indifferently glanced at the beautiful woman before turning his gaze towards Grandmaster Zenith Yin. His very presence exuded an imposing aura.

Grandmaster Zenith Yin shut his lips with an eerie expression and remained silent in response to this mans blunt gaze.

This greatly shocked Han Li. He couldnt help but closely examine the new arrivals. Han Li bewilderedly guessed that since an early Nascent Soul cultivator such as Grandmaster Zenith Yin was somewhat fearful of them, this person must be a mid Nascent Soul cultivator!

From what he saw, the three new arrivals should be cultivators of the Scattered Star Seas Righteous Dao. As for Zenith Yin and the others, they should be of the Devilish Dao.

The earlier restlessness of the hall had been immediately quelled by the middle-aged mans arrival. Only the faint whispering of Sect Master of the Myriad Gates of Enlightenment could be heard.

Obviously, the middle-aged man seemed to have a higher status when compared to the other two.

Wan Tianming, was my sword attendant injured by one of your disciples? The beautiful woman surnamed Wen asked this question without restraint as if fearless of this person.

That is obviously untrue. It was just that my sects disciples saw that your sword attendants cultivation was quite good and they merely wanted to swap pointers. Could it be that Lady Wen wishes for a violent escalation of hostilities over such a small matter? Wan Tianmings eyes narrowed as he spoke with an indifferent expression.

Swapping pointers? My sword attendant is only at early Foundation Establishment. Your disciples were clearly bullying her and deliberately embarrassing our sect. The beautiful womans face grew cold.

Humiliate Madams sect? I dont dare! For the sake of the Archsaints reputation, I will later have those disciples offer you their humble apologies. The middle-aged man slightly frowned and spoke without much care.

What does this matter of mine have to do with my lord husband? If you are unwilling, then how about I use my Virtuous Duality Sword Arts to swap pointers with Sect Master Wan? The beautiful woman became even more furious at his words.

Compare notes with Lady Wen? Lets forget that. If the Archsaint of the Six Paths3. His title, Six Paths, references the Six Paths of Reincarnation. were to know that I bullied his wife, he would seek my life. I dont wish to incite a great war between the Righteous and Devilish Dao. Wan Tianming chuckled as if he found it ridiculous.

When the beautiful woman heard this, her face reddened. After a final glare, she dropped the matter.

While the beautiful woman had let the matter drop with the middle-aged man, the middle-aged man was unwilling to do the same with Grandmaster Zenith Yin. He sneered at Grandmaster Zenith Yin. But just as he though to say something, a rumble vibrated from the passage and faintly shook the entire hall.

Apart from the Nascent Soul eccentrics, all of the cultivators looked towards the entrance with alarm.

Grandmaster Zenith Yin and the old Confucian scholar looked at each other with a hint of concealed joy. However, Grandmaster Zenith Yins happy expression seemed forced.

Wan Tianmings eyes coldly glinted and flashed with sharp killing intent. The old Daoist and the old farmer also seemed to know who was coming and revealed a trace of worry.

The vibrations soon grew stronger and more frequent, eventually revealing an exceptionally tall figure.

A blue-robed eccentric with a yellow curly beard suddenly walked in. It seemed that his every step caused the entire hall to sway as if he weighed over six thousand kilograms.

Under everyones amazed gazes, he took note of the people within the hall without any regards before settling his eyes on Wan Tianming and burst into laughter.

I didnt think that great Sect Master Wan would come here. It seems it was correct for me to come here. I had always wished to contest myself against Sect Master Wan but it is unfortunate that Ive never had the opportunity until now. The eccentric looked at the middle-aged man with a provocative gaze.

I too have looked forward to witnessing Brother Mans Heavenbearing Devil Arts, reputed to be the greatest defensive devilish art in the Scattered Star Seas. Wan Tianming coldly glanced at the eccentric and fearlessly replied.

Hehe! Well said, well said! I have been looking forward to experiencing Sect Master Wans True Heavensifting Arts. The eccentric widely grinned with unconcealed eagerness.

Unfortunately for him, Sect Master Wan didnt wish to cause an incident at present. He softly spoke to the old Daoist and the old farmer before the three flew up toward a jade pillar.

Afterwards, the old Daoist spoke to the old Core Formation cultivator on the pillar with a smile. The Core Formation cultivator then vacated the pillar as if he had received a great favor and moved to a different place

When the eccentric saw this, his face held a trace of mockery. After raising his head and looking around, his body suddenly blurred before reappearing on a jade pillar.

As chance would have it, the jade pillar happened to be Han Lis.

When Han Li saw this, his expression turned to shock.

Get lost. This place is mine. Just as the eccentric appeared on the pillar, he icily spoke to Han Li with a cold stare.

Han Lis expression abruptly turned unsightly, and he involuntarily clenched his sleeved fists with force. He stayed silent, thinking of forcefully staying a moment. But he soon jumped off the jade pillar, followed by the wild laughter of the eccentric.

Han Lis face was covered in an icy frost. Although it was extremely embarrassing, he could only endure it for the time being.

After all, the halls restrictions may be able to prevent cultivators from acting, but he wasnt sure whether or not these restrictions had as large of an influence on a Nascent Soul cultivator. He didnt wish to put his life at risk by allowing himself to be overwhelmed with emotion.

Suppressing a bellyful of grievances, he found a clean spot on the floor and sat down. The old Confucian scholar asked the eccentric with a beaming smile, Brother Man arrived quite late. I had believed that Brother Man had changed his mind. Did you not intend to come?

How could that be possible? I had come to the Heavenvoid Hall in hopes of refining life lengthening pills! It was just that a few matters along the way had delayed me. As for Wan Tianmings arrival, I was quite amazed. Could it be that he knew that the life extending fruit had ripened and also wanted to pick a few of them? The eccentric stroked his yellow beard and spoke with slight doubt.

Im not sure. However, there are countless other exceptional treasures in the Heavenvoid Hall. Who knows what he came here for? The old Confucian scholar spoke with doubt.

Grandmaster Zenith Yin seemed to have thought of something and worryingly said, Wan Tianming is among the top leading figures of the Righteous Dao. Does he intend to strive for the Heavenvoid Cauldron?

Heavenvoid Cauldron? Thats impossible! If that item were so easily obtained, it wouldve long been taken away by other cultivators before they ever got the chance. Without waiting for Man Huzi4. His name Man Huzi could translate to Rough/Barbaric/Tyrannical Beard. to reply, the old Confucian scholar shook his head like a rattle drum.

ED: Han Li agreed as the main character of the story had only just arrived, so how could the macguffin have already been taken?

Naturally.

Chapter 433: Ninecurl Spirit Ginseng

As Han Li pondered about the information he had just received, he was also wondering whether or not he wanted to wade through these muddy waters.

Although he didnt know what was about to come, this strange palace in the sky seemed similar to the State of Yues Trial by Blood and Fire and had been completely constructed by ancient cultivators. Although it contained many treasures, its dangers were quite plentiful as well.

Grandmaster Zenith Yins unexplainable expression had scared him quite a bit. Could he be plotting something? Regardless of anything else going on, it would be wiser for Han Li to immediately withdraw.

However, he had gathered from those old eccentrics words that this place only opened once every three hundred years. If he were to turn back now, hed never have another chance. This was enough cause for further hesitation.

While Han Li was lost in thought, he suddenly heard the Bone Sages voice.

Youngster, do you have anything on you that Zenith Yin might want, by any chance? I cant think of another reason that he would look at you like that. If I guessed correctly, he wants to dispose of you! Although the Bone Sage spoke indifferently, his words obviously contained a trace of mockery.

Han Li mentally snorted and replied, If Island Lord Zenith Yin were to learn that your esteemed self is here, hed probably be very interested. Hed almost certainly want to have a proper chat with his long lost master.

You dare threaten me? The Bone Sage asked sinisterly.

I wouldnt dare! Given Seniors status and abilities, how could I ever dare to do so? However, its probably in Seniors best interest to not take delight in others misfortune. Else, I might accidentally have a slip of the tongue when my life is in danger and unintentionally implicate Senior. Han Li replied expressionlessly.

The Bone Sage remained silent for some time.

Han Li believed he had flown into a rage from embarrassment and didnt wish to speak with Han Li any further. But that had only been greater cause of shock when he suddenly heard a string of icy words that left him pleasantly surprised.

Do you wish to form a Nascent Soul?

Senior, what are you getting at? Han Li asked, forcefully restraining the excitement within his heart.

Hehe, what do I mean? My words were quite simple. I know of an item that will double your chances of forming a Nascent Soul. Its located in Heavenvoid Hall. Theres no other item that can do this. If you join hands with me and seize the opportunity to eliminate my traitorous disciple Zenith Yin, I will tell you the method for acquiring it. How about it? Since I cultivated the Dao of the demon ghost, I cant use this item. Otherwise, I wouldnt have even mentioned it to you. And even if you do not agree to join hands with me, it seems that Zenith Yin will take the initiative to find you either way. When that time comes, hehe… The Bone Sage made use of the carrot and the stick while expressing his unconcealed malice towards Grandmaster Zenith Yin.

Han Li didnt immediately decide. He instead sat in silence and frowned, deep in thought.

The Bone Sages youthly incarnation also appeared quite calm and unhurried. He believed a Core Formation cultivator was incapable of refusing such a huge offer. He just needed to calmly wait for Han Lis eventual agreement.

At that moment, Grandmaster Zenith Yin and Wu Chou flew to the old Confucian scholars pillar and chatted intermittently, occasionally saying something to the beautiful woman surnamed Wen.

However, the beautiful woman closed her eyes after she finished polishing her sword. It seemed she didnt pay them any attention.

Grandmaster Zenith Yin didnt appear angry or embarrassed at this cold treatment and continued to speak with a smile. It was clear hes the shrewd type.

Han Li slightly brought these people into his gaze and grew increasingly fearful of Grandmaster Zenith Yin. Not only was this persons cultivation deep, but his wits far exceeded that of ordinary cultivators. What else could have forced the Bone Sage to tread the Dao of a demon ghost and abandon his path to reincarnation? The Bone Sage clearly hated not being able to grind his traitorous disciples bones and scatter their ashes.

However, regardless of the resentment between the old devils Bone Sage and Zenith Yin, Zenith Yins gaze towards Han Li was far from friendly.

Although it cant be said that he had no chance of escaping from a Nascent Soul cultivator, in a true confrontation that possibility was pathetically small.

After all, there was too great of a difference between early Core Formation and the Nascent Soul stage. Even if his magic treasure and Gold Devouring Beetles were even more powerful, he would still be slaughtered without much effort on their part.

After some consideration, Han Li eventually responded to the Bone Sage, Give me an explanation of that item you mentioned. Does it have anything to do with what you said about becoming a Nascent Soul cultivator?

Of course. So long as you are willing to join hands with me, I will unquestionably divulge a few things to you. The Bone Sage was slightly delighted and stealthily replied.

Han Li didnt immediately respond and bluntly closed his eyes, pretending to refine Qi.

The item is called Ninecurl Spirit Ginseng. It is an item of transformed Heaven-Earth Spiritual Qi. Although its main body is a spiritual herb, its pure spiritual nature causes it to transform into an animal or insect, allowing it to move about on their own. It is quite good at hiding. Many years ago, I saw this item in the Heavenvoid Hall. At the time, my cultivation was far too low, and I didnt have any appropriate magic tools on hand. As such, I was forced to let it go. The second time I came here, I was at the Nascent Soul stage and no longer needed to waste the effort to acquire it. But it should prove quite useful to you. The Bone Sage spoke as if he had been unwilling to let it go.

Ninecurl Spirit Ginseng? Han Li took a cold breath.

Han Li had long known of this legendary immortal herb. Although Han Li had often seen this herb mentioned in ancient medicine herb records, he believed this item had appeared in the mortal world during times of antiquity. Could this item actually exist in Heavenvoid Hall?

Nevertheless, discovering one or two stalks of such an immortal herb wasnt impossible.

However, this was that first time that he heard the Ninecurl Spirit Ginseng was useful in condensing a Nascent Soul. The records had always been vague about its specific uses and hardly mentioned them.

Could this old devil have lied to me so that I would cooperate with him? Han Li suspected.

Perhaps having guessed Han Lis doubt, the Bone Sage continued, Be at ease! When we break through the barrier, I will first help you acquire this item at the second pass. Then after we eliminate my traitorous disciple, I will give you a secret recipe. So long as you create the medicine pill in accordance to its instructions, it will greatly increase your odds of condensing a Nascent Soul. However, Ive also come to Heavenvoid Hall in search of useful cultivation materials. When the time comes, you will have to lend me your assistance so that I might prove more successful. The Bone Sage took the initiative to eliminate Han Lis doubts and raised a condition that answered a majority of Han Lis suspicions.

Fine! If youre truly certain about being able to kill Zenith Yin, I might lend my assistance. Han Li eventually agreed to forming a temporary alliance with the Bone Sage.

In truth, this alliance was quite weak, and it was quite difficult to say how long it would last. Perhaps it would even fracture immediately after Grandmaster Zenith Yin had been killed.

Han Li inwardly let out a long sigh.

From the old devils tone, this actually wasnt his first time here. Having an experienced ally was far better than fumbling around on his own. At the very least, he could learn a bit about the basics of Heavenvoid Hall and unquestionably trust the Bone Sages desire to kill Grandmaster Zenith Yin.

With that, Han Li and the Bone Sage came to an agreement, and Han Li started to make some indirect inquiries about the Heavenvoid Hall.

After having a long, stealthy chat with the Bone Sage, Han Lis expression became unsightly. It seemed that opportunity and danger walked hand in hand. This trip to the Heavenvoid Hall in particular would prove to be extremely dangerous.

He couldnt help but sigh. Soon after, his mind drifted and he began to refine Qi in meditation.

Inside the hall, Han Li didnt need to worry about any sudden attacks. From his earlier tests,apart from some floating techniques and other such minor magic techniques, any other techniques couldnt be cast. Any magic power used past a certain point would dissolve. Even the magic treasures contained in ones body would be like a dead, magicless object.

These restrictions were amazing!

In the following week, the cultivators in the hall grew more and more numerous, eventually gathering over a hundred people.

The jade pillars had long been filled by other cultivators. Those that came later could only find a spot to sit on the floor and rest there for the time being.

TL Note: The Master of Bones, Xiao Cha, will now be referred to as the Bone Sage, Xiao Cha.

Chapter 432: Grandmaster Zenith Yin

Among the people already in the hall was the Bone Sage that he had separated from recently. He was sitting cross-legged at a jade pillar in the corner of the hall, icily staring at him with unconcealed surprise.

At another jade pillar was a woman staring at Han Li with surprise. She was the Exquisite Sound Sects Fairy Violet Spirit. An elegant man wearing an azure jacket with a composed appearance stood at her side.

When the man saw that Fairy Violet Spirits expression was slightly odd he couldnt help but take measure of Han Li. Seeing that Han Li appeared youthful, his eyes coldly glinted, and he asked Fairy Violet Spirit a few questions.

As a result, Fairy Violet Spirit gracefully smiled and whispered to the man as if she were explaining Han Lis identity.

Han Li frowned and turned his eyes away from them. His gaze focused on another area where someone had gazed at Han Li with ill intent.

Han Li was baffled to find an old man with a face of fury, looking towards him. Han Li was startled for a moment before recognizing him and feeling annoyed. That person was the Six United Palaces Elder Miao.

Due to the matter of the Infant Carp Beast, Elder Gu had wished to kill him. However, Han Li took advantage of the great damage to his Origin Qi and his wondrous formation spell restrictions to turn the tables and eliminate him. Many years had past since this had occurred, but Elder Miao still recognized him. It seemed he felt rather deeply about Elder Gus death.

Han Li inwardly muttered to himself, but found he didnt particularly care about it anymore. After observing the rest of the hall, there were no other cultivators he recognized.

Thus after some slight hesitation, he casually found a jade pillar with no one on it and flew to its top. He sat cross-legged before sizing up a few of the other cultivators that he didnt recognize.

Because Han Lis spiritual sense was restricted, he wasnt able to make out the cultivation of others. He only knew that a majority of cultivators here were at Core Formation or higher with Foundation Establishment cultivators in a small minority. There may even be a Nascent Soul eccentric or two among them.

With that in mind, Han Li carefully examined the others while he sat on the pillar.

Some time later, he had identified the two that were most likely to be Nascent Soul cultivators.

One was a yellow-robed, thin-faced old confucian scholar. He leisurely held his back with one hand while looking through a shabby jade slip with the other. He occasionally swayed his head with interest. He seemed incredibly bookish.

The other was a beautiful middle-aged woman wearing spotless white clothes. She was surrounded with a bone-chilling aura, preventing any strangers from approaching her.

At the moment, the icy beauty was expressionlessly cleaning her jet-black longsword. She appeared extremely proud. Ever since Han Li had entered the hall, he hadnt seen her look in any other direction.

Although the other cultivators also appeared calm and indifferent, their easy mannerisms seemed somewhat forced when compared to those two.

In addition, a large portion of the cultivators in the hall gazed at these two with a trace of respect that was absent when they looked at other cultivators. It was this slight difference that made Han Li certain that these two were Nascent Soul experts.

Originally, Han Li understood that apart from those two, there were certain to be other extraordinary individuals that couldnt be underestimated. A most obvious example would be the Bone Sage.

Although the old Devils cultivation was only at late Core Formation, he was far superior to other late Core Formation cultivators in a fight, second only to true Nascent Soul cultivators.

Who could possibly know what other hidden tigers laid in wait amongst the group?

Han Li inwardly muttered to himself for a moment, having seemingly forgotten that he himself could dispatch similar grade cultivators without much effort.

In any case, Han Li grew increasingly cautious after his musings and would occasionally ponder the true strength of those gathered here. This probably wasnt going to end up being a boring meeting of cultivators.

After all, the mystery displayed in the embroidered cloth map fragment and the floating Heavenvoid Hall had even attracted a few Nascent Soul cultivators. This guaranteed that something extraordinary was about to occur.

Unfortunately, he was completely ignorant of the details. Otherwise, he would be planning his future actions, thereby reducing his exposure to danger and limiting any disadvantages he might suffer from sudden surprises.

With the situation being what it was, Han Li could only act in accordance to how events played out.

As Han Li was lost in thought, he suddenly heard a sound transmission from the Bone Sage, Youngster, I didnt expect youd also have a Heavenvoid map fragment. How about we cooperate in this treasure hunt?

Treasure hunt? Upon hearing those two words, Han Lis heart glowed with joy, knowing that it was correct for him to come. With an unchanged expression, he calmly replied, How does Senior intend to cooperate with me? Please give me an explanation!

The Bone Sages expression brightened after hearing that Han Li hadnt refused. Just as he was thinking about what to say, two people swaggered into the hall.

When Han Li and the Bone Sage saw the two, their expressions greatly changed.

While Han Lis expression had only slightly paled, the Master of Bones face completely distorted with his eyes revealing a blood-thirsty craze. Fortunately, his mind was quick and this expression only lasted for an instant before his calm expression reappeared.

The two that entered hadnt taken notice of the Bone Sages abnormality. However, Han Li inwardly grumbled upon seeing the two, as one of them was Zenith Yin Islands young island lord Wu Chou.

Although Han Li was unfamiliar with the pale faced, slender eyed middle-aged cultivator by his side, he had a faint guess about who he was and couldnt help but feel regret for having come here.

At that moment, the middle-aged man brought Wu Chou into the hall and coldly swept his gaze in every direction. Soon, his gaze fell upon a cultivator with a sallow face, and he coldly laughed.

The sallow-faced cultivator paled, and his body slightly trembled. But after some quick thought, he immediately stood straight.

Good, very good! After finishing his chilling laughter, his eyes coldly glinted and fell upon Han Li.

When his gaze fell upon Han Li, he felt as if a viper was staring at him and felt his hair stand on end. Despite his calm appearance, his heart was in great disarray!

Han Li immediately felt amazement. The middle-aged man unexpectedly revealed a trace of unconcealed pleasant surprise upon seeing him. Although his expression soon became calm once more, Han Li was able to clearly see it. This caused Han Li to be at a loss with doubts pouring into his mind.

The Bone Sage also saw this and was stunned. But soon after, his eyes shifted several times, and he lowered his head in contemplation.

At that moment, the middle-aged man blankly looked at the old confucian scholar and the beautiful woman for a moment before restraining his cold gaze. He amiably cupped his hands to the two and said, I didnt expect to see South Crane Islands Brother Qing and White Wall Mountains Lady Wen. Im truly sorry for not recognizing you!

There is no disrespect. My clan is comparable to your own Zenith Yin Island. We only happened to meet by chance. After all, this is an opportunity that only occurs once every three hundred years. Ive also heard that Man Huzi acquired a Heavenvoid map fragment as an offering. He should be coming shortly. When the time comes, us old bastards will gather together once more. The old man put away the jade slip and spoke with an insincere smile.

Man Huzi is also coming? The middle-aged mans expression changed as if greatly fearful of that name.

Thats right. I heard that his life is quickly coming to an end. He is coming to Heavenvoid Hall to find life prolonging fruit to refine a few life lengthening pills in hopes he may live a few more years. The old man spoke proudly with a voice containing hints of cold mockery.

The icy beautiful woman continued to look down at her sword treasure as she cleaned it, completely ignoring their conversation.

When Han Li heard their conversation, he couldnt help but take in a breath of cold air. He had acquired quite a bit of information from those few words.

The middle-aged man next to Wu Chou was actually Grandmaster Zenith Yin, and their words revealed that there was yet another Nascent Soul cultivator to come.

There were also life prolonging spirit medicines in Heavenvoid Hall! Inconceivable. It was no wonder that Nascent Soul experts so impatiently rushed here.

Chapter 431: Heavenvoid Hall

After muttering to himself, Han Li slowly replied while Wen Qiang watched expectantly, Since Brother Wen is also an Exquisite Sound Sect member, he should know I am a member only in name. I have never involved myself with the inner affairs of the sect. However, if this matter is as Brother Wen described and Fellow Daoist Siyue has been greatly wronged, I will mention this matter to Fairy Violet Spirit the next time I see her. But if she doesnt do anything about this, Im not quite sure what can be done.

Having heard that Han Li was unwilling to personally take matters into his own hands, Wen Qiang felt slightly disappointed.

He also knew that his friendship with Han Li wasnt deep. Even saving him and his daughter could already be considered as cherishing their old friendship. He repeatedly expressed his thanks without any complaints and had Wen Siyue kowtow in respect to Han Li, but Han Li had refused with a smile.

However, Han Li then asked with slight confusion, Isnt Fellow Daoist Siyue the personal disciple of the Envoy of the Right? Why dont you raise this matter to her?

Wen Siyue appeared even sadder and explained with a soft voice, Senior Han doesnt know this but this mission was assigned by a close relative of my master. My master had wished for us to become Dao companions, but my refusal caused her to become very angry!

With that said, the woman wore a helpless expression, revealing an appearance of tragic beauty. Han Li couldnt help but stare for a moment before forcing himself to turn his head towards Wen Qiang for fear of looking longer. He said, I am here on an important matter and cannot journey together with you. I will be taking my leave!

Han Li cupped his hands towards them. The pair naturally refrained from making any unpleasant requests for him to stay and hastily said words of thanks. Han Li then faintly smiled and shot through the sky as an azure streak of light.

The father-daughter pair looked in the direction that the azure streak disappeared. After a long while, Wen Siyue spoke in an angry, cute voice, Father, you never told me that you were actually old friends with our sects Elder Han! From your chat, you also seemed to have met him before he entered Core Formation. Could you tell your daughter about it? Elder Han is actually quite a mystery to us!

Near the end, her angry voice had turned to one of strong curiosity.

Wen Qiang sighed and lovingly said, Your father and Senior Han had only met several times. We dont have a deep relationship. In addition, I had met him when our cultivations were quite low. When I suddenly saw him in the offerings hall, I was truly shocked, and felt restless several days later. For this person to actually enter Core Formation and become our sect Elder, is a truly inconceivable affair!

Wen Qiang couldnt help but then recall the moment when Han Li recognized him. He then stopped talking and became absent-minded for a short time.

Wen Siyue saw that her father was thinking of something and silently waited at his side. The father and daughter peacefully floated in the sky with their clothes fluttering in the wind.

……

The nearby empty oceans suddenly flooded with activity. Every few days, cultivators hurriedly flew across this location high above with pleasant surprise.

At this location, there was a huge palace floating in the sky without the slightest movement.

The palace was about four hundred meters tall and was crafted from flawless white jade. It was exquisitely beautiful and released sparkling twinkles of light. Surrounding it was a layer of dense golden light that encompassed about four thousand meters in height.

The cultivators that were traveling to it flew into the palace without any hesitation and easily passed through the barrier with a flash of white light.

One day, a streak of azure light arrived below the palace and came to a sudden stop. The azure light faded away to reveal a youth with a common appearance, Han Li who had followed the direction of his map.

He looked at the embroidered clothed map with slight hesitation and glanced around, ensuring that nothing else was nearby. He had found nothing after looking down at the sea for a long time.

Han Lis hesitation only grew stronger. With a sudden thought coming to mind, he abruptly raised his head.

Upon seeing the exquisite jade palace floating among the clouds, Han Li gasped with surprise.

He blankly stared at the palace for a long while before he recovered from his shock. He didnt immediately approach the palace hall, instead deciding to deliberate for a moment. But suddenly, his expression stirred and his body flashed with azure light, causing him to disappear without a trace.

A short moment later, a scarlet cloud rushed over and stopped close to where Han Li had just been. The red cloud scattered to reveal a red-haired old man with an embroidered cloth in hand.

He looked at the embroidered cloth in his hand and coldly examined his surroundings. When he turned his head to the sky and saw the palace, he couldnt help but reveal joy. Soon after, the red haired old man flew up into the sky in a red cloud without a second thought.

Then with a flash of white light, the old man passed through the gold light barrier. Han Li reappeared nearby shortly after. With a creased brow, his expression began incessantly shifting.

In the following week, Han Li patiently concealed himself nearby and saw two other Core Formation cultivators enter the palaces light barrier. They also had an embroidered cloth map.

One day, Han Lis patience had finally run dry, and he flew towards the golden barrier. With a flip of his hand, he took out his map and slowly poured spiritual power into it. The map then released a white spiritual light and wrapped Han Li within it. Taking a step forward, Han Li easily passed through the barrier as if nothing was there.

After turning his head back toward the light barrier, Han Li flew towards the beautiful palace without any lingering hesitation.

After flying closer to the palace, Han Li became aware of the huge, silver ancient characters that hung forty meters above the entrance of the palace, Heavenvoid Hall.

Not only were these characters grand and imposing, but the stroke edges were extremely incisive. After only a quick glance, his eyes felt a faint, dull ache.

He hastily lowered his head in fright, not daring to look any further!

With gritted teeth, Han Li then carefully walked into the palace as he gazed into its depths.

Han Li was amazed once he entered. He saw a straight, narrow passage made completely of translucent, fine jade. He couldnt see its end. It was nine meters wide and twelve meters tall, causing those who walked through it to feel an uncomfortable mental pressure.

Han Li frowned and released his spiritual sense after some thought, but his expression immediately revealed surprise as his spiritual sense met a wall in every direction and was forcibly bounced back. He couldnt even spread out his spiritual sense, let alone search the palace with it.

Han Lis eyes flashed with spirited light, and he attentively examined a jade wall, discovering a flicker of faint sparkling light. He wouldve missed it had he not been paying close attention. It seemed this entire passage restricted those with great capabilities.

Han Li then extended his finger and lightly stroked the fine jade. Although he couldnt recognize the exact type of restrictions, he knew they contained deep and immeasurable spiritual power, causing Han Lis heart to slightly tremble.

He silently withdrew his finger and pondered for a moment with chin in hand before raising his head and deciding to walk forward.

With narrowed eyes, Han Li calmly looked around the interior of the passage as he walked through.

Since there were restrictions in place, he didnt have to be fearful that someone was concealed nearby and was about to ambush him, allowing him to continue on without fear.

However, this ravine-like passage was truly long. He walked for the time it took to finish a meal, before finally reaching its end where an exit made of water-blue radiance appeared before his eyes.

With roused spirits, Han Li hurriedly walked through it.

Han Lis eyes shrunk and he instantly grew alarmed. The blue radiance revealed huge hall. The hall spanned fifteen hundred meters and was extremely imposing. Even if several thousand people were present, it wouldnt be crowded in the slightest.

But even odder was that several tens of huge jade pillars were evenly distributed throughout the hall. Not only was the jade pillar several meters thick, but it was also exquisitely carved with all sorts of rare, strange beasts that some of which he had never seen before. Each one was vivid and lifelike, containing their own unique Spiritual Qi.

At the very top of these pillars were several tens of cultivators, each wearing their own clothes and standing or sitting at their own volition.

Apart from a few cultivators, each of them were monopolizing a single pillar. Furthermore, there was nobody loudly talking, they were all minding their own business.

Han Lis arrival had lazily drawn the attention of a small portion of the cultivators. However, a few of them revealed shock upon seeing him.

Han Li revealed a bitter smile as he had also recognized them!

Nandato!

Chapter 430: Wen Siyue

Han Li was startled by her yell and he couldnt help but look over and examine the woman.

Youre a disciple of the Exquisite Sound Sect? Han Li asked with a calm expression.

The young woman appeared to be about twenty years of age and had a face of soft jade with skin as fair as snow. Her flowery expression of pleasant surprise revealed a very sweet charm.

Disciple Wen Siyue pays her respect to Elder Han! This lovely young woman hastily flew to Han Lis side and respectfully gave him a bow. Her body wasnt lacking in neither grace, given her firm chest and ample bottom. In addition to the young womans sweet voice, he could detect an intoxicatingly sweet fragrance from her.

Han Li calmly sized her up and slowly asked, How did you recognize me? Have I seen you before? Han Li felt slightly puzzled as he was certain that this was the first time he had seen her.

Although this is the first time Junior has paid her respects to Senior, the sect master hung several of Seniors portraits in the offerings hall. Ive seen them every time I passed by. The young woman respectfully said.

Han Li was stunned and didnt know whether he should laugh or cry. He didnt think that those three woman from the Exquisite Sound Sect would actually do something like this. This must be one of their method of disseminating the fact that he had become the Exquisite Sound Sects elder.

Despite feeling slightly gloomy, his face didnt reveal the slightest peculiarity, and he turned his gaze towards the middle-aged man to the side, and spoke with a slight smile, Brother Wen, I havent seen you in so many years. It seems youre doing well!

Ever since the middle-aged man saw Han LI, his face had appeared odd. Now, his expression had become even more complicated. When he looked at Han Li, his gaze seemed to contain both admiration and a feeling of self-inferiority.

I didnt expect that Senior Han would still recognize me. Although Ive seen your portrait at the Exquisite Sound Sect, I didnt dare to believe it given that so much time had passed. Congratulations on Seniors Core Formation. He spoke with slight bitterness.

This middle-aged man was actually the youth Wen Qiang that Han LI originally met at Stalwart Star Island.

Although his appearance resembled that of his youth, his hair was now growing white, and his face showed signs of aging. It seemed he was on the verge of appearing elderly.

There is no need for Brother Wen to call me Senior. After all, we were acquainted when we were still of the same generation! Han Li spoke with a smile.

Han Li saw that Wen Qiang was only at mid Foundation Establishment and wouldnt have any hope of Core Formation. Han Li couldnt help but inwardly sigh upon seeing a youth at his prime had become so elderly.

In truth, even if Wen Siyue didnt yell for him to stop, he wouldve done so anyways. With his outstanding memory, he wouldve recognized Wen Qiang from a single glance despite not having met him many times. As he had originally given Han Li a good impression, it was only natural for Han Li to lend him aid in passing and not stand by and watch him die.

After hearing Han Li, Wen Qiang stated that he didnt dare to do so. Han Li could only follow suit.

When the young woman heard the two chatting, her mouth slightly widened from alarm.

Her soft, spirited eyes blinked several times, wanting to ask something. But she was interrupted when Han Li spoke with a cold voice towards the three enemies, Where do you three think youre going? Did I say you could leave?

The three enemy cultivators were panic stricken upon seeing a hostile Core Formation cultivator arrive. But after seeing that Han Li didnt seem to mind them and was happily chatting, they couldnt help but slowly fall back and test their luck.

The three turned deathly white upon hearing Han Li. After exchanging a mutual glance, they immediately flew off on their magic tools with defensive magic tools and barriers of all colors at their side.

Humph! Youre courting death! Han Li coldly snorted and lightly flicked his finger, shooting out three brilliant streaks of azure light, appearing behind them in a single instant.

Pff. Pff. The three cultivators magic tools and defensive barriers were shredded through like paper by the thick swordlights. With three simultaneous miserable screams, their magic tools filled the sky with fluorescent lights before disappearing without a trace.

After the young woman and Wen Qiang watched Han Lis extermination of the three Poison Dragon Union cultivators, they couldnt help but look at Han Li with even greater respect.

Han Li inwardly nodded his head. While these three azure essence swordstreaks appeared unremarkable, they actually consumed a significant amount of spiritual power. Regardless, Han Li was quite satisfied as they were able to kill Foundation Establishment cultivators in a single strike. It seemed that the azure essence swordstreaks had increased in power along with his cultivation.

Han Li seemed to have thought of something and asked, Ah, thats right. Since you both have the surname Wen, does that mean…

When Wen Qiang heard Han Li, his face revealed embarrassment, and he replied, Senior Han jests. Siyue is my daughter.

Han Li was stunned, but soon burst into laughter, Then I must congratulate Brother Wen! Fellow Daoist Siyue has reached Foundation Establishment at such a young age. Perhaps she will one day reach Core Formation as well!

Having heard that, Wen Qiang laughed with a prideful expression, I wont conceal this from Senior Han. Siyue is truly my pride. She became Foundation Establishment after only a little more than twenty years. I have high hopes for her. While I wont be progressing any further, I can only hope for her to travel farther than I ever did.

Wen Qiang then looked at the young woman with a tender expression, causing Siyue to turn her head away in embarrassment.

Han Li looked at the young woman with a smile and faintly nodded his head. Wen Siyue was gifted with remarkable aptitude.

Afterwards, Wen Qiang and Han Li each spoke about their own experiences.

Although they didnt have a particularly deep friendship, meeting an old friend after many years of separation was always a pleasant matter.

From their excited chat, Han Li heard a story that was not uncommon to cultivators with mediocre aptitudes throughout the Scattered Star Seas.

Not long after Han Li departed, Wen Qiangs master had met the end of his lifespan during cultivation. After muddling around Stalwart Star Island for several tens of years, he managed to barely breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment stage. After that, he started to wander through all sorts of islands and accumulated experience. Then after sometime, he met a female disciple from the Exquisite Sound Sect and became one of their external affairs disciples.

From then on, he handled all sorts of miscellaneous tasks for the Exquisite Sound Sect. But shortly after his daughter Siyue was born, his wife died from a strange illness. Due to his deep love for his wife, he decided not to remarry and raised Wen Siyue by himself. Naturally, she had been brought in to be a disciple of the Exquisite Sound Sect.

Having heard this, Han Li inwardly sighed several times and bitterly laughed. In contrast, his own experiences were quite simple. Apart from cultivation, there was practically nothing for him to talk about.

But in the end, Han Li asked the father-daughter pair why they were fighting at this remote place. In response, Wen Qiang appeared furious while his daughter appeared sad.

Han Li was greatly baffled by this.

After some hesitation, Wen Qiang slowly gave an explanation.

When Wen Siyue grew to adulthood, she was to marry a young cultivator with limitless prospects and become his Dao companion. Unfortunately, the young cultivator perished in a fight against other cultivators shortly after they were wed.

As such, the newly available and charming Wen Siyue attracted the eyes of many male cultivators in the sect. But as Wen Siyue was just recently widowed, she didnt wish to quickly remarry. As such, she turned down her many requests for pair cultivation. Consequently, she unconsciously offended a high ranker in the Exquisite Sound Sect and was assigned to a dangerous and strenuous task: she had to retrieve a precious material from within the Poison Dragon Unions territory.

With his daughter in such a dangerous situation, Wen Qiang naturally couldnt stand idly by and instead accompanied his daughter on the journey. However, their secret tasks had been discovered by the Poison Dragon Union at an unknown time through unknown means. As a result, the father-daughter pair had been chased down by three Poison Dragon Union cultivators and were forced to fight with their lives on the line.

If chance had not brought Han Li by them, they were certain to have met a horrible end.

Upon hearing Wen Qiangs indignant words, Han Li stroked his chin and remained silent for a long while. Wen Qiangs words implied that he wanted Han Li to seek justice on their behalf.

However, this was only one side of the story, and he wasnt willing to recklessly involve himself in the internal affairs of the Exquisite Sound Sect over such a shallow friendship.

If you want to remember she ever existed, youd better remember that she was beautiful.

Chapter 429: Ruined Map Reconstruction

Since you are unwilling to answer, then how about…

The Bone Sage changed the topic as if wanting to change his question, but at that moment, clear ringing suddenly came from the old devils body. The beautiful sounds left Han Li stunned.

When the Bone Sage heard this, he was startled but revealed an expression of joyful disbelief.

He no longer paid attention to Han Li and struck his own abdomen. With a tear, a white rib bone shot out from his body and flew once around him before landing in his palm.

The clear rings were coming from this rib bone.

Han Li blinked and revealed puzzlement. He was at a complete loss.

With the rib bone in his hand, the old devils smile grew even stronger.

Crush. The old devil exerted force into his grip and turned the bone to dust. A white sphere of light floated from the dust, revealing a black cricket. It croaked without end inside the light sphere, but once it saw the Bone Sage, it stopped chirping and left the light sphere before entering his body.

The Bone Sage broke into laughter and clutched the light sphere in his hand. The white light soon disappeared to reveal an embroidered cloth stained yellow from age.

When Han Li saw this item, he was shocked.

That embroidered cloth appeared rather familiar. Didnt it strongly resemble the same map fragment he acquired from the Black Fiend Sect Master1. Chapter 331? Could it be they had some relation to one another?

Han Lis mind stirred. He knew that this could be a clue to possibly unravel the mystery behind the map fragment. He couldnt help but observe his every movement with wide eyes.

Unfortunately, after taking a quick look at it, the Bone Sage quickly stuffed the embroidered cloth into his robe. He then calmly gazed at Han Li and said, Since you have no relation to my two traitorous disciples, I dont have any time to waste on you. I have an important matter to attend to, so let us part ways. I will give you a word of advice before I leave. If you stay here for too long, my sinful disciple might take notice and will rush over here. With that said, the Bone Sage ignored any response Han Li might have had and turned into a streak of blood light with a sneer, hastily flying past Han Li towards the entrance.

Han Li was initially stunned but soon frowned. His body immediately turned into a blur of flourishing azure light, making a full circle around the main hall. After collecting his former comrades storage pouches and magic treasures along with turning their corpses to ash, he hurriedly flew out of this place. It seemed the old devil held no interest in the storage pouches of Core Formation cultivators. Although he didnt know whether he looked upon the belongings of Core Formation cultivators with disdain or was merely being negligent due to a pressing matter, it proved to be a very convenient situation for Han Li.

However, he couldnt help but think of the embroidered cloth. He was also afraid that if he was too slow in leaving, the Bone Sage might lay a trap at the exit which would prove greatly troublesome.

But when Han Li thought of how the Bone Sage had seized control of his avatar, Crooked Soul, Han Li felt a painful fire burning in his heart. However, from his opponents attack, Han Li felt that his odds of success werent high, causing him to feel helpless.

With that thought, Han Li flew to the surface.

That old devil had long disappeared without a trace, leaving Han Li in awe of his amazing movement technique.

But when Han Li saw that it was so peaceful and quiet all around him, he recalled how so many people had entered and only he managed to leave. He couldnt help but feel an indescribable sense of cold loneliness in his heart.

But as soon as those negative emotions appeared, they were thrown to the back of his mind. After all, the path of cultivation was long and arduous. Now was not the time to mourn.

Han Li didnt dare to stay for much longer. After getting his bearings, he immediately fled from the island and reached for his storage pouch.

After a short moment, an embroidered cloth appeared in his hand with a flash of white light.

As he looked at it, he felt his heart thump.

He didnt need to carefully inspect it to know that this was undeniably related to the Bone Sages own. Although Han Li didnt know what secrets it concealed, it had caused that deep old schemer to lose his self control.

With that in mind, Han Li couldnt help but examine the embroidered cloth.

The originally indistinct map had completely disappeared. However, the map had been replaced with a pattern of a small golden sword of light. Regardless of how Han Li turned the embroidered cloth, the sword of light always pointed towards the northwest. The sword point shot a red line straight towards the edge of the embroidered cloth, releasing a faint fluorescence.

Han Li frowned. Although he didnt know the items specific purpose, if he didnt understand such a simple map as this, then he must be an idiot.

This clearly illustrated that the objects holder would meet an opportunity should they follow the small sword to some location.

While grasping the map, Han Li became lost in contemplation.

It seemed the Bone Sage had been so hurried because the matter regarding the map was time sensitive. In addition to his happy expression, it was obvious that the prize was certain to be great.

Once Han Li came to this conclusion, he immediately turned his body in the direction indicated by the sword on the map. If he didnt rush, the prize would be seized by others as long as the map didnt expire first.

After some slight consideration and a long while of hesitation, he finally decided to follow this direction and left the desolate island in the blink of an eye.

About a quarter hour later, a vast, eerie black fog rushed towards the island from a distance. After circling around the caves entrance, the fog scattered to reveal a pale skinned middle-aged man that appeared to lack even a single drop of blood.

When he saw that the restrictions and formation spells were destroyed and the spirit seal pillar had been pushed to the side, he immediately entered the underground cave with furrowed brows.

After a short moment, a long, resentful roar came from down below, causing the nearby land to tremble.

The middle-aged man then flew out of the cave and towards the sky as a black streak of radiance.

He apprehensively looked all around and shot out several tens of streaks of black radiance with a sudden twirl. Those streaks of black radiance turned into huge black birds that searched the nearby fifty kilometers.

But when the huge birds returned from their search with nothing to show, the middle-aged mans expression became extremely unsightly. He turned his head towards the sky and didnt make any other movements for a long while.

After a unknown amount of time, he suddenly broke out into cold laughter.

Old monster, so what if you are able to escape? You are no longer the Devilish Ancestor Bone Sage from long ago, and I am no longer one of your trifling Core Formation disciples. Once I am finished with the matters of Heavenvoid Hall, I will ferret you out from the Scattered Star Seas. With no further hesitation, he soared through the skies and transformed back into a huge black fog.

Then, as if wanting to vent his anger, a black beam of light as thick as a bucket shot out of the black fog, causing the entrance of the cave to cave in and turn into ruins.

Afterwards, the black fog flew into the distant sky like a meteor streak.

Naturally, Han Li was unaware of what had just taken place. He was flying in the direction of the map, pushing his magic treasure at his greatest speed.

As he was fearful of coming across the Bone Sage, Han Li was extremely vigilant and would occasionally release the entirety of his spiritual sense to check for an ambush.

After several days of flight, nothing unexpected had occurred, much to Han Lis relief.

But one day, just as Han Li was hastening on his journey, he suddenly heard the sound of conflict coming from ahead of him. From the faint explosions and dazzling flashes of light, it seemed that there were cultivators in the midst of fighting.

Han Li frowned and used his powerful spiritual sense to carefully gaze into the distance.

A man and a woman were currently fighting against three embroidered-clothed cultivators surrounded in an evil Qi.

However, their strength was pathetically low, and they were only at early Foundation Establishment. It seemed that the man and the woman were at a disadvantage.

Han Li rubbed his nose. Since he knew they werent a threat, he felt disinclined to taking a detour and prepared to fly past them. As for the cultivators fighting, he wouldnt bother asking them anything. He had something important to attend to.

With that thought, Han Li increased his speed and rushed forth as a streak of green light, appearing before them in the blink of an eye.

The combatants were greatly shocked and happened to all recoil away from him and retrieve their magic tools.

As Han Li flew past them, he paused for a moment and casually swept his gaze over them.

Yi! The female cultivator from the male-female pair seemed to recognize Han Li. She shouted with joy, Elder Han, I am the main disciple of the Exquisite Sound Sects Envoy of the Right. Those three cultivators are from our sects great enemy, the Poisonous Dragon Union.

Sometimes, I wonder if I should leave these in.

Chapter 428: Xiao Cha

The youth swiped his ghost claw again but this time with a flash of green radiance, shooting a green streak of light towards the incoming sword streak. It immediately resulted in a huge clap of thunder.

Black and golden arcs of lightning bursted out, intertwining to eventually form a huge sphere of lightning. With neither attack giving way, their cries of thunder reverberated through the hall with astonishing pressure.

Han Li suddenly narrowed his gaze.

Heaven Lightning Bamboo! He was alarmed to find the opponent also possessed a magic treasure refined from Heaven Lightning Bamboo!

Could it be…?

Han Li thought of something and attentively examined the green streak that the youth released.

At the brilliant center of the arcs of lightning, he saw a foot-long emerald arrow struggling fiercely against his huge sword made from combining nine Bamboo Cloudswarm Swords.

The lightning it shot out was much different than that of his sword. Instead of a golden color, it was instead mixed with a deep black as if it had been refined by an evil technique.

Although this was the case, the black lightning was exceedingly powerful and even took the upper hand in its clash against the gold lightning.

Han Li couldnt help but let out a gloomy sigh. He didnt expect that his original doubts were accurate.

He had felt a familiar aura upon seeing the arrow embedded in the skeletons skull. It was quite similar to his own Gold Lightning Bamboo, but it occasionally released a faint, black evil Qi, arousing his doubts.

After all, according to what he knew, the Gold Lightning Bamboo had only appeared once in the Scattered Star Seas, but it soon disappeared after an unknown number of years. How would chance have it that he would end up encountering it? He had found it incredulous. But now, not only was this misleading arrow refined from Gold Lightning Bamboo, but it was also a magic treasure that was refined by the old ghost. What an amazing farce!

Han Li couldnt help but reveal a faint, sarcastic smile.

But he suddenly recalled something. Had the old ghost taken advantage of when he was examining the skeleton and controlled the arrow, he wouldve certainly died.

With that in mind, he couldnt help but feel increasingly fearful. His back was covered in cold sweat from that lingering fear.

It wasnt exactly a surprise that his Bamboo Cloudswarm Swords couldnt beat the arrow. He had tempered his flying swords for far too little time, and he was only capable of relying on the innate ability of the Gold Lightning Bamboo in a fight. It was only natural for it to be inferior to the enemys magic treasure. Had his nine flying swords been tempered for a slightly longer time, the enemys trifling single magic treasure wouldnt be able to contend with it, regardless of whether or not it had also been refined from Gold Lightning Bamboo.

But now that he found out that the opponent had a method of restraining the Divine Devilbane Lightning of his flying swords, Han Li was unwilling to launch a full scale attack. After all, the green shadows true cultivation had not been clearly shown from the very start, even after he had transformed into a youth.

In addition, given his adversarys cunning and resourcefulness, his opponents evil magics and devilish arts would surely be even more weird and troublesome. He doubted if he could do much to stop them. If he were to put his all into the fight, even by giving his hundred thousand Gold Devouring Swarm the kill command, his victory still wouldnt be certain.

It could be assumed that since the enemy had suddenly put forward a proposal a moment ago that he was also somewhat fearful of Han Lis own magic treasure and strange techniques.

With that thought in mind, Han Li wordlessly beckoned toward his huge sword. With a huge explosion, the huge sword dissolved into the original nine swords and shot back towards Han Li.

When the youth saw this, a cold glint flashed through his eyes. Then after some hesitation, he decided to not continue his attack and recalled his magic treasures.

After Han Li recalled his flying swords, he indifferently asked as if uncertain, If your esteemed self truly is Grandmaster Zenith Yins master, then you must be over a thousand years old.

The youth lowered his head to look at his restored hands and indifferently said, Before I cultivated the Profound Soul Demonification Technique, I was over six hundred years old. Although I dont know exactly how much time has passed after I transformed my body into a profound soul, it should be no less than four hundred years! Fortunately, I cultivated this profound soul body after scattering my Nascent Soul. Had I remained in my flesh body, I fear I would have long died in meditation.

Han Li remained silent. If what he said was true, this person was a Thousand Year Ghost! freewenovel.cm

Han Li couldnt help but be interested in this Profound Soul Demonification Technique, which allowed one to break through the limitations of ones lifespan. As such, Han Li slowly said, Since you say this, then I must truly address you as Senior!

When the youth heard this, he glimpsed at Han Li and found that Han Lis words were not to his liking. He sneered and said, Senior? After so many years of being cursed and lauded in the cultivation world, I didnt expect to remain as a bodiless ghost and renounce my opportunity to enter the cycle of reincarnation, all in order to take revenge on my two traitorous disciples. If you do not clearly explain your origins, then I will greatly damage my own Origin Qi to ensure you do not leave here alive. Although his voice was exceptionally calm, his words were heavy and chilling, leaving no room for doubt.

Han Li bitterly smiled. After some doubt, he said, Wouldnt it be too much of a loss for this Junior if only Senior got to ask the questions? Could Senior also clear up a few of this ones doubts?

The youth was stunned for a moment before roaring with laughter.

Good, very good! I can agree to these conditions. But if you know too much, your life will be difficult to preserve. The youth made a grand display of arrogance!

Hehe, Senior doesnt need to worry about that. If this one hasnt guessed incorrectly, then Seniors cultivation should be at late Core Formation at most. Im honestly curious about whether or not I could endure. Han Li asked a probing question while carefully examining the youths expression.

The youth coldly laughed several times, but he didnt reveal the slightest peculiarity, causing Han Li to inwardly curse, Sly old bastard.

Lets cut the rubbish. You said that you learned everything from a jade slip, but not my two traitorous disciples. Give it to me. The youths voice was harsh and cold, carrying an overbearing tone.

Han Li frowned. After some hesitation, he patted his storage pouch and flung a jade slip emitting grey Qi towards the youth.

The youth didnt directly catch the jade slip. Instead, he raised his hand, summoning a black python of black Qi to catch it in its mouth and bring it before him.

Without moving his limbs, his eyes flashed with blood-red radiance, and he emotionlessly gazed into the jade slip.

A short moment later, he withdrew his peculiar gaze and lightly flicked his finger, shooting the jade slip back to Han Li with a woosh. He then slowly said to Han Li, Tell me where you received this object. The jade slip doesnt contain enough to disprove a relationship between you and my two traitorous disciples.

Han Li faintly smiled and didnt answer, asking his own question instead, Since Seniors divine abilities are so great, then surely his reputation mustve been equally great. Could Senior bestow his grand name to me?

When Han Li avoided answering his question and asked his own, the youth was initially furious, and his appearance grew fierce. But soon after, he thought of something and coldly replied, You shouldve heard of me before. The Bone Sage, Xiao Cha.

The Bone Sage? Han Li couldnt recall having heard that name.

However, he didnt pay this any mind and calmly said, Since Senior believes this jade slip is insufficient to prove my identity, then my cultivation art should be enough. Senior shouldve seen that my cultivation art is completely different than what he passed down. Please take another look. Having said that, Han Li flourished his Azure Essence Sword Arts to its greatest extent and emitted a blinding azure light from his body.

Soon after, Han Li flicked his fingers and shot out eight azure essence sword streaks towards the walls, resulting in several bowl-thick holes.

As for the origin of the jade slip, it is quite simple! Junior exterminated an evil cultivator and unexpectedly acquired it from his body. If Senior doesnt believe this, then there is nothing else to say. We can only fight. Han Li lightly patted his hands and spoke mildly.

Xiao Cha stared at Han Lis azure light with an extremely gloomy expression. A long while later, his expression relaxed and he said, Your cultivation art truly differs from my own Profound Yin Arts, it isnt even a Devil Dao cultivation art. It is only natural for a Divine Ancestor such as I to see this. However, you have a Fiend Core Avatar and happened to come across this place. It is proper for this old man to be careful. Still, this old man has another question for you. Apart from the jade slip, what else did you acquire from that corpse?

Han Lis expression stirred upon hearing this, and he faintly felt as if this long period of intimidation was all for this final moment. With that thought, Han Li didnt answer and instead calmly asked, Since Senior has cultivated a profound soul body but was trapped here for so many years, there must be many restrictions and flaws to the Profound Soul Demonification Technique. For example, there is no way to travel underneath sunlight, and you find yourself vulnerable to a particular type of magic tool…

Humph! Do you believe I will actually tell you this? The youth couldnt help but grow furious and abruptly interrupt him.

Han Li calmly spoke with an indifferent expression, Of course not! So does Senior really believe that Junior is going to tell him about something that Junior shouldnt know about?

When Xiao Cha heard those cold, mocking words, he was shocked, and his furious expression gradually faded away.

Chapter 427: Profound Soul Demonificaiton

Han Li quickly took out a blue talisman from his storage pouch and gently slapped it onto his wound. With a flash of white light, the bleeding immediately stopped.

But when he turned his head back to meet Crooked Souls icy gaze, Han Li wordlessly emitted an azure light around his body, which reached ten meters in height, and had his emerald swords revolve around him in streaks. It all appeared blindingly bright.

Han Li had already made a firm resolution that if he were going to leave this place, he needed to have these Bamboo Cloudswarm Swords outside his body to protect against any tricks this ancient eccentric may have in store.

To tell the truth, this was the most fearsome, menacing enemy he had encountered since entering the cultivation world. If his reactions were the slightest bit slow, he wouldve already had a hole through his heart. Were his spiritual sense not stronger and his mind not nimbler than a common cultivators, he wouldve undoubtedly met certain death from Crooked Souls recent ambush.

The Blood Spirit Drill was truly vicious and sinister. It could hardly be blocked.

But now, Han Li didnt have to worry about any further attacks from the Blood Spirit Drill. That last attack was the last charge that Crooked Soul had cultivated.

However, Han Li still felt incredibly gloomy.

According to the External Incarnation Technique, he clearly should have refined his spiritual sense fragment and Crooked Souls physical body into one. Just how had this old ghost been able to take control of Crooked Soul without his knowledge?

He wasnt even given the slightest warning. Were if not for his quick wits in hastily retrieving his divided consciousness from Crooked Soul, he feared the shadow wouldve already used it as a method for consuming him.

Han Li now found himself in a truly troublesome situation. rewebnovel.com

Since the enemy had possessed Crooked Soul, then the green shadow must be deceased and was closer to an evil demonic spirit or primal soul. The shadow possessing Crooked Soul wasnt necessarily a bad thing, and it may have quite possibly given Han Li the opportunity to exterminate him.

With that thought, Han Li flipped his hand and an exquisitely-crafted small brass bell appeared in his hand: the Spirit Guiding Bell he had kept stored away for so long.

This bell contained the blood essence of Crooked Souls physical body. Although he couldnt count on it to arrest the enemy, it could still be used to create an advantageous opportunity!

At that moment, Crooked Soul was stretching and moving his body as if wanting to familiarize himself with it.

Having seen Han Lis action, he eerily chucked as if the result of the coming battle were laid in stone.

Han Lis expression darkened, and he no longer hesitated to ring the small bell.

With a series of clear bell rings, Crooked Souls red eyes flickered, but no other change occurred from his body as if nothing was wrong.

Han Lis heart sunk.

Regardless of what tricks you perform on this Fiend Core Avatar, since Ive become the master of this body, do you believe that minor restriction will have an effect one me? Crooked Souls rough voice slowly spoke with a mocking tone.

You know that it is a Fiend Core Avatar? Han Lis heart stirred with surprise.

Hehe! The Fiend Core and External Incarnation Technique were something I had originally passed down to my two traitorous disciples. Did you believe I wouldnt see through them? You sure are courageous to use them in front of me! Could it be that your master didnt warn you that so long as this secret technique was used to refine an avatar, that I would be able to easily control it? Crooked Soul twisted his neck left and right and indifferently said with crossed arms.

Han Li was bewildered, but his face wore a strange expression.

What master? The avatar creation technique was something I acquired from a jade talisman. Could it have some relation to you? Han Li asked, unwilling to be a scapegoat for Grandmaster Zenith Yin. Regardless of whether his words were true or false, Han Li still gave a dull explanation.

Jade slip? Youngster, did you believe that by not admitting to be the apprentice of my two traitorous disciples that I would let you go? After I capture you, I will refine your soul and acquire everything that I want to know. Crooked Soul didnt seem to believe Han Li and spoke expressionlessly.

With that said, he beckoned to the skeleton pile nearby without further hesitation, causing it to float in the air. In an instant, it reassembled into a complete skeleton, and flew towards Crooked Soul with a flash of white light.

Although Han Li didnt know what he intended, he wasnt going to allow his opponent to smoothly succeed.

He immediately flicked his finger three times, shooting out three streaks of azure swordlight from his hand. The Azure Essence Swordstreaks shot straight towards the skeleton.

You dare to so presumptuously release those granules of light? Crooked Soul sinisterly said. He then opened his mouth and spouted out a beam of blood light.

With a series of explosions, the blood light and the azure light struck and scattered into radiance.

Han Li frowned and wore a solemn expression. After being possessed, Crooked Souls cultivation was no longer restricted to early Core Formation stage. How truly odd!

But what happened next left Han Li even more aghast!

Once the white skeleton flew in front of Crooked Soul, it merged into his body without the slightest obstruction.

Crooked Soul then loudly roared with his head facing upwards. His body emitted several different flashes of colors: from dark-green otherworldly flame, pitch-black ghost mist, and Crooked Souls Divine Blood Light. These three distinct radiances tangled with one another, continuously wandering throughout Crooked Souls body and fully covering him within it.

As Crooked Soul roared, a small explosion could be heard from within his body. With his body bowed in pain, his limbs and body began to slowly shrink.

Once this was done, he stood up appearing much shorter, exactly like an ordinary person.

But what caused Han Li to be most shocked was Crooked Souls face had changed to that of a youths with delicate facial features. Even the flourishing blood-red in his eyes had greatly dimmed. In that instant, Crooked Soul had undergone a transformation into a completely different person.

Han Li was stupefied for a moment before revealing a bitter smile.

Han Li originally wished to used this opportunity to strike his opponent given how audaciously he used magic in front of him, but he didnt expect that this technique would be performed so quickly that there wasnt an opportunity to make use of.

After a moment of silence, Han Li dryly asked the youth a bizarre question, Is this possession? Or complete body seizure?

The delicate youth mysteriously smiled and glanced at Han Li with narrowed eyes, serenely saying, You greatly underestimate my Profound Soul Demonification Technique. It is a secret art that only a Nascent Soul cultivator is capable of performing. So long as it is cultivated, there are no restrictions with body seizure, and profound souls may be added to another body as one wishes. Now that my profound soul has solidified its bones, I will have you be a blood sacrifice so that this Divine Ancestor may rise once again!

He raised his hands, suddenly turning his fingers into incisive claws with dark green fingernails several inches longs.

Han Lis expression darkened, and he didnt further waste his breath. He tossed out the spirit beast pouch that he had been holding since the beginning and released his several thousands of Gold Devouring Beetles. A short moment later, a glowing cloud of gold and silver floated above his head.

Then with a wave of his arms, white lights continuously flickered around him, surrounding Han Li with forty huge ape puppets. Each of them stared at the youth with an icy gaze.

But Han Li didnt stop there. With his two hands forming an incantation seal, his nine small swords flew out as azure light and converged into a three-meter-long emerald sword. The sword streak endlessly twinkled with faint golden arcs of light continuously sparking from it.

Upon seeing this, the delicate youths expression greatly changed, revealing surprise and a grave expression.

After the youths gaze flickered several times, he suddenly said, Flying swords refined from Heaven Lightning Bamboo, insect control techniques, and puppets! It seems you really arent the disciple of Zenith Yin and Zenith Brilliance. Since this is the case, then how about we have a proper chat?

Han Li, who had just prepared his entire offensive, was stunned upon hearing this. But after a moment of silence, he coldly said, Unfortunately, I really want to test whether or not your esteemed self is capable of receiving my flying swords!

Without the slightest hesitation, Han Li pointed towards his huge flying sword, and it immediately launched towards the youth in a green streak of light as thick as a python. As it flew, it occasionally rolled with sounds of thunder.

The youths face slightly sank upon seeing this, and he lightly waved his claws in front of him. Five crescents of black radiance appeared out of the air and rapidly expanded, blurring several times before quickly chopping towards the green sword streak.

Upon contact, the green sword streak sparked with faint golden arcs of lightning, completely obliterating the crescents of black radiance. They werent able to withstand even a single blow!

Although the youths expression remained calm, his mind was greatly startled. The power of the Gold Lightning Bamboo was far greater than he had anticipated.

In the blink of an eye, the green sword streak had arrived in front of the youth. However, he was still calm and collected as he indifferently watched the huge sword approach him as if he still had something up his sleeve.

Chapter 426: Treachery

Jin Qing suppressed his fear and forced himself to ask, Is your esteemed self man or ghost?

The freakish shadow sinisterly smiled and teased, Man? Ghost? You tell me!

Jin Qings expression became extremely unsightly.

Han Li remained silent and quickly opened his scroll painting without warning.

Countless fire birds rushed out, flocking straight towards the freakish shadow. At the same moment, the previously summoned huge bird released a sharp cry and abandoned its fight with the eerie snake, shooting straight towards the freakish shadow as a scorching ball of white flame.

The freakish shadow snorted disdainfully and said, Congealed Yang Birds? If they had their genuine bodies, this Senior might be slightly fearful. But to dare attempt to devour ghosts and exterminate devils with only their remnant souls?

Having said that, the green shadow raised its hands and condensed black Qi around them in an instant.

Pu, pu. The black Qi transformed into two, horned ink pythons which shot towards the large flock of fire birds. With their bloodthirsty mouths wide open, each python swallowed several fire birds. Immediately after, they each burped a wisp of white smoke and were completely unharmed.

At that moment, the huge Congealed Yang Bird that had turned into a ball of white flame arrived in front of the snakes. However, it completely ignored them and shot straight towards the freakish shadow.

When the shadow saw this, its eyes flashed with red light, enriching their color. Although the shadow didnt move, it faintly revealed a solemn expression. It was clear that the remnant souls of the Congealed Yang Bird wasnt nearly as harmless as it had made them out to be.

Peng. The green shadows hands trembled, separating the horned pythons from its hands and allowing them to move on their own.

Then, while clenching its hands as hard as it could, otherworldly dark-green flames flourished from its grasp. Soon after, its body blurred and met the white fire sphere with a fierce punch.

As Han Li and Jin Qing watched on with shock, the white ball of flame was scattered by the strike and disappeared in an instant. A white crystal pearl suddenly appeared in the the green shadows grasp.

The shadow evilly grinned and swallowed it without hesitation, before turning its ice-cold gaze back to Han Li once more.

At that moment, the scroll painting in Han Lis grasp set itself aflame, and he hurriedly tossed it away. It turned into ash in the blink of an eye. Once the scroll painting turned to ash, the fire birds that were still tangling with the ink snakes disappeared as well.

Han Li sucked in a deep breath.

Although he knew that the remnant souls of the Congealed Yang Birds werent the green shadows match, he didnt anticipate that a treasure that specialized in subduing Yin ghosts would be blown away with a single blow. He had only sent them out to probe the opponents strength, and ended up not acquiring the slightest detail.

The only thing he was certain of was that the opponent wasnt a mere ghost or demon!

Remaining calm, Han Li attentively gazed at the green shadow and inwardly assessed how great his odds of victory were if they were to fight.

Not bad! Im now very interested in your body. As for you two, get lost! The green shadow slowly spoke while looking at Han Li. It seemed his last attack had provoked it.

Naturally, Crooked Soul didnt move in the slightest, but when Jin Qing heard this, he grew distracted, and his expression incessantly changed.

Although he hadnt personally engaged it yet, his opponents strength was deep and immeasurable. Even if he were to join hands with Han Li, Jin Qing reckoned that their odds of victory werent very high.

Now that the freakish shadow told him to leave, Jin Qings heart was wavering.

Having personally witnessed so many cultivators meet their tragic end on this very day, Jin Qing, who normally bragged about being guilt-free and clear-hearted, felt for the first time a desire to cherish life and live another day.

The green shadow snorted and swept its gaze past Jin Qing and Crooked Soul. It sinisterly said, What? I give you two a chance for survival, and you two do not wish to take it? This Senior shouldve just saved himself the trouble and turned you two into corpses from the start!

Having heard the freakish shadows words brimming with killing intent, Jin Qings face changed between red and white several times before eventually cupping his fist to Han Li and shamefully saying, Brother Han, I do not wish to die here. I will have to let you down.

Afterwards, he said no more and rushed toward the stone steps without looking back!

Han Lis expression was calm and didnt reveal any emotions of anger or disappointment. He merely gazed at Jin Qing as he departed with a faint, cold glare.

The green shadows red eyes revealed a trace of satisfaction.

Just as Jin Qing rushed past the shattered skeleton, an alarming change occurred.

The nearby fragments of the skeleton suddenly launched towards him like a barrage of arrows.

With furious alarm, Jin Qing surrounded himself in a layer of silver light in a flash. But without waiting for him to release his magic treasure or question the freakish shadow, the bone shards shined with white radiance and shot through his silver barrier as if it werent even there.

An instant later, Jin Qings body was utterly shredded and fell to the floor without uttering a single word.

Han Li expressionlessly looked at the corpse on the floor and lightly shook his head.

With a flip of his hand, a spirit beast pouch appeared in his hand. Simultaneously, his two flying swords in front of him trembled and faintly released a green radiance.

Interesting! How come you arent asking me why I didnt keep my promise? the green shadow asked with a sneer. freeebnovl.cm

If your esteemed self doesnt wish to talk, then there is no need to take the initiative to ask. Id just be wasting my breath. Han Li expressionlessly said.

Not bad! Youngster, you are quite to my liking. If this were before I met great catastrophe, I mightve taken you in as my disciple. But now, I will never take another disciple. I will be repaying my treacherous disciples by turning their bones to ash and refining their souls! The green shadow was slightly surprised at Han Lis response, but soon its voice once again grew icy.

Without a change of expression, Han Li waved his arm. Crooked Soul then walked to Han Lis side with his body enveloped in blood light.

He didnt plan on spouting rubbish, instead preparing to use a thunderous strike to defeat the enemy in a single blow. At the same time, additional blades of his Bamboo Cloudswarm Swords from within his body readied themselves to pounce with fervor.

After seeing Crooked Souls blood light, the shadow slightly trembled, and it smiled in great anger. Divine Blood Light! Good, good! Are you disciples of Zenith Yin or Zenith Brilliance?

Han Li slightly frowned.

Zenith Yin? Could you talking about Grandmaster Zenith Yin of Zenith Yin Island? Han Li indifferently asked. He faintly felt as if he could unravel the mystery behind the Black Fiend School and Zenith Yin Island.

Upon hearing Han Li, the green shadow flew into a rage and loudly shouted, Grandmaster Zenith Yin? Could it be that traitorous disciple dares to call himself grandmaster?

Han Li was slightly stunned. This ghost was actually the master of Grandmaster Zenith Yin. How truly bizarre!

Just as Han Li was left flabbergasted by those words, a green light flashed from his body and a muffled noise came from behind him.

Han Li couldnt help but turn around with alarm. However, there was absolutely nothing behind him.

Not good! In nearly an instant, Han Li understood that he had been tricked and hastily turned his head back, instinctively releasing seven flying swords to protect him.

As of current, controlling nine of his Bamboo Cloudswarm Swords was Han Lis absolute limit.

During the instant he turned his head over, his nine flying swords released a single streak of swordlight. A faint golden arc of Divine Devilbane Lightning struck from the swordlight, rendering the incoming green ball of light nonexistent .

Han Li was drenched in cold sweat, as he had nearly just fallen to the enemy.

Gold Lightning Bamboo! You refined your flying swords from Gold Lightning Bamboo! At that moment, the green shadow spoke with incredulousness.

Han Li sneered and thought to mock the shadow, but he suddenly felt a strange fluctuation from up above him.

He leaned to the side out of reflex, but he still felt his chest tremble. An extremely familiar red radiance had pierced through him with chilling cold, creating a wound that bled profusely. Immediately after, a yellow streak of light fiercely struck at him.

Dang. A clear ring sounded out. Several of his flying swords flew out to block the yellow streak, the Immemorial Bowl.

Crooked Soul! Han Li shouted to his side in furious alarm. The Blood Spirit Drill and the fierce attack from the Immemorial Bowl were clearly Crooked Souls doing.

However, the figure at his side blurred, shooting towards the green shadow as if he hadnt heard him.

Han Li reached out for the connection in his mind. Although his spiritual sense was still present in Crooked Soul, for some unknown reason he had completely lost control of him.

The green shadow howled with laughter and flew towards Crooked Soul as a streak of green light.

Han Lis face grew extremely pale. Then with clenched teeth, he suddenly formed an incantation gesture and fiercely uttered, Receive. From a distance, a small green ball flew from the crown of Crooked Souls head and hastily shot into Han Lis body before disappearing without a trace.

At that moment, the green shadow had already entered Crooked Soul.

As Han Li pushed down on the wound in his chest, he was fiercely staring at Crooked Soul.

Crooked Soul then slowly opened his eyes to reveal a pair of glowing blood-scarlet eyes.