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Chapter 246: Time-Stunning (6k+)
Chapter 246: Time-Stunning (6k+)
While Shaohua delved deeper into Kunlun and entered the Celestial Hall, Chu Feng, who had taken a shortcut to the west, was far from idle. He caused a massive commotion on that side.
First, he unexpectedly encountered the Scarlet Scale Beast King, who had once mocked the Eastern Evolvers and challenged Shaohua.
This encounter was explosive. Neither party had a good temper, and it was like dry tinder meeting an inferno—they immediately clashed.
Chu Feng, along with the two bulls, didn't play by the rules. They stood shoulder to shoulder, challenging the Beast King to a one-on-many fight, all in the name of fairness!
The Scarlet Scale Beast King's true form was a red dragon. The news of their dragon-slaying spread rapidly, and soon the entire world knew about it, making them famous far and wide.
Next, they raced to seize the Sacred Medicine Garden, which was filled with various holy plants, making it incredibly attractive. Many Beast Kings and human powerhouses were also drawn to it.
The ancient divine city surrounding the Sacred Medicine Garden was teeming with Beast Kings. The number of them was staggering.
With so many royal creatures working together, they managed to exploit the instability of the Sacred Medicine Garden's barrier, breaking through it and rushing inside.
To everyone's surprise, the Sacred Medicine Garden was a decoy. Someone had set up a grand scheme, using the blood of the kings to nourish a single plant, the Ten Thousand Souls Blood Herb.
The so-called opportunities and sacred fruits were of poor quality. While there were indeed some evolution-inducing pollens, they were scarce and of little use to the kings. They were merely baits to lure the kings.
Even top-tier evolvers who had broken through eight Shackles perished.
The current Earth, due to a certain individual, had experienced premature revival, though an invisible barrier still separated the Shackles realm from the Free and Easy realm.
Earth was still in the early stages of revival, and even the Sacred Tree had not produced pollen beyond the Shackles level. How could stronger beings appear?
Of course, it was now possible to produce evolvers who could break through nine Shackles.
However, the number of those who could truly reach this level was still limited. Only the true divine roots of the Sacred Tree could produce such pollen, and it was extremely difficult to obtain.
The White Serpent of the Taihang Mountains was one such being. The Big Black Bull, who had also eaten the willow tree's young shoots, was slightly inferior. The Yellow Bull had also partaken, but more for potential, to strengthen his bloodline and foundation, rather than for immediate gains.
Thus, they were fearless. While other Beast Kings were fleeing in panic, they took advantage of the chaos and returned to the Sacred Medicine Garden, digging a tunnel to hide underground.
Hey, what a hideout!
The buds of the Ten Thousand Souls Blood Herb contained the most potent substances, essentially purifying the tree. The tree itself was the true treasure.
While the buds could also enable the kings to evolve, they had severe side effects, causing extreme weakness and the backlash of the blood herb. Clearly, they were prepared for the conspirators' allies.
Thus, Chu Feng and his group reaped the benefits.
Just as the conspirators were about to harvest their victory, Chu Feng and his group suddenly emerged, launching a surprise attack and dealing a near-fatal blow to the already injured Xile.
Xile was the mastermind behind the entire conspiracy, claiming to be the last Holy Knight of the Church. He was incredibly ruthless, and his ability to escape despite his injuries proved his strength.
Chu Feng and his group did not pursue him, as they sensed a powerful weapon descending. They had to leave with the Ten Thousand Souls Blood Herb, and the unconscious Beast Kings left behind were left in peace.
Upon returning to Kunlun, Chu Feng learned that Shaohua and the others had ventured deep into the misty regions of Kunlun. He could only silently wish them well.
"Don't worry, my sister is the Queen Mother of Heaven. It's like going home, no big deal", Chu Feng said optimistically.
He did not consume the Ten Thousand Souls Blood Herb but instead carried a leather bag, pouring out the red crystals inside to nurture the mysterious Seed.
His intuition and experience with the other two Seeds told him that this was the most valuable, and the pollen it would produce would be world-shaking, far surpassing the others.
The red crystals were dug from the Sacred Medicine Garden's underground, similar to Mutagenic Soil. If not for digging this substance, Xile might have escaped.
The two bulls did not rush to consume the Ten Thousand Souls Blood Herb either, instead guarding Chu Feng to prevent any external interference.
Chu Feng took out a stone box and retrieved a golden inch-long dagger. It was heavy, heavier than regular metal.
Most importantly, this Seed, which resembled a small dagger, could be used as a flying sword, perfectly suited for mental control, like a miniature version of a supreme sword embryo.
If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes and picked it from the tree at Mount Tai, he wouldn't have believed it was a Seed.
Moreover, the Seed seemed to change after each evolution.
Chu Feng planted it, and this time the Seed took root and sprouted, growing into a golden sword tree with sword-shaped leaves that shimmered with sword light.
The pollen condensed and did not disperse, cascading like a small waterfall onto Chu Feng, enveloping him. The pollen mist spread over his body, seeping into his flesh.
Chu Feng activated his Breathing Technique, absorbing the mysterious and astonishing pollen mist, his entire being glowing from within, undergoing a transformation!
His transformation was intense. With each breath, his pores expelled a sticky substance, and tainted blood seeped out, forming a layer of impurities on his skin.
Well, a complete transformation, purifying the body and washing the marrow, his pores were literally "spraying."
Even Chu Feng was speechless.
"Crack!"
After the intense brilliance, the petals of the sword tree began to wither, and a crystal-clear fruit formed, gathering the essence of the entire tree.
Finally, with a soft thud, the tree lost all its vitality, turning to ashes and vanishing. The Seed fell from the top, landing in Chu Feng's hand.
Sure enough, the Seed had changed again, now resembling a delicate and small three-colored bottle, two inches tall, hollow inside, and capable of holding objects.
Chu Feng infused it with mental energy, and the bottle emitted a sword cry, capable of shooting out sharp sword beams. When infused with physical energy, it could also release a brilliant light from the mouth.
It could be used as a weapon!
The Seed was truly incredible!
Chu Feng's strength greatly increased, and the Big Black Bull and the Little Yellow Bull also benefited significantly. After consuming the Ten Thousand Souls Blood Herb, the Big Black Bull broke through nine Shackles, joining the ranks of the top evolvers.
"You can't easily consume the fruit for evolution anymore; it will be detrimental in the long run", the Yellow Bull warned him seriously. The Big Black Bull didn't have a special artifact like the Yellow Bull to refine the mottled energy entering his body.
"Of course, if you can find another young shoot, you can consume it without issue. The life energy in it is pure, free of any impurities, and perfectly suited for both of us."
The Big Black Bull's face fell. The young shoot he had consumed was a gift from Shaohua. At the time, it didn't seem particularly miraculous, as the immediate benefits were not significant.
It was only later, when he noticed his vitality increasing and naturally breaking through several Shackles, that he realized the magnitude of the opportunity.
It was an enhancement of his life essence and potential, with the increase in strength being a secondary benefit. Even the mottled impurities in his body were purified.
"Divine Lady, Fairy, Queen Mother of Heaven, please come back!" The Big Black Bull devoutly bowed toward the depths of the Kunlun Mountains.
"I remember, you had two leaves, where is the other one?" Chu Feng poked the Yellow Bull.
The Yellow Bull instantly bristled, becoming wary. "Don't even think about it. The leaf is in my stomach. Come and get it if you can!"
"Never mind, I might as well go get more Mutagenic Soil." Chu Feng waved his hand, looking disdainful, but then seemed to think of something.
"Well, since our strength has greatly increased, let's go to the west again and finish off Xile. We need to cut the grass and eliminate the root, ensuring no future troubles!"
However, before they could act, many western powerhouses claimed they would invade the east, ascending Kunlun Mountains, and blamed the massacre in the divine city on Chu Feng and his group.
Nuclear weapons falling on the divine city seemed to support this claim, as it was said that westerners didn't attack each other, so it must have been the eastern devils.
Holy Knight Xile personally appeared, still pretending to be a good person, tearfully accusing Chu Feng and his group of their evil deeds, rallying various powerhouses to Kunlun for a punitive expedition.
Many powerhouses gathered, not truly interested in revenge or punishment, but using it as a pretext to invade the eastern Kunlun Mountains, known as the Ancestor of All Mountains.
"Bring it on, who's afraid of who?!"
The numerous Beast Kings of Kunlun Mountains, unable to tolerate this, openly declared that they would kill any who came.
A great war between the east and west was about to unfold, and the world was in a frenzy!
"How can they blame us? I can't stand it. I'll take on ten of them. Let those Beast Kings come, I'll cook and eat them all!" Chu Feng growled, his eyes glowing green with hunger.
He had just evolved and was ravenous, ready to pounce on the incoming feast.
"Quack, don't run yet, tell me about that young shoot!" The Divine Toad, who had also received some of the Ten Thousand Souls Blood Herb, was particularly interested in the young shoot the Yellow Bull mentioned, chasing after them out of the mountains.
The entire world was watching this battle, and the area outside Kunlun Mountains was filled with fearless reporters, risking their lives to capture the battle live.
"Hurry, secure that hilltop, find the best vantage point!" Zhou Yitian led a group.
"Director, that spot seems a bit too close to the battlefield", someone said.
"What's to fear? If those reporters can get close, so can we. We need the most authentic footage. Cameras, move in!"
This great battle must be witnessed and recorded. Even the risk was worth it to capture an epic moment.
After Kunlun Mountains' revival, the surrounding terrain was vast, a natural battlefield.
The atmosphere was tense, with both sides facing off.
The so-called eastern expeditionary force, a mix of humans and non-humans, numbered in the thousands, all powerful evolvers.
Dragons, giants, unicorns, armored knights, and beautiful women with flowing golden hair—there were at least a hundred or two hundred king-level beings.
Many people wanted to take advantage of Kunlun Mountains, not just from the western continent but from other continents as well, leading to the formation of this formidable force.
Fortunately, they had reinforcements in the Kunlun Mountains, inviting strong warriors from the East. Otherwise, the Kunlun forces would have been overwhelmed.
This was a war!
Warriors from both sides stepped forward, battling in the open mountainous terrain, with casualties mounting.
Bai Su had arrived, and she was incredibly strong, a force that couldn't be ignored.
Shaohua had initially asked her to stay at Taihang Mountains, but after repeated invitations from Chu Feng and his companions, she finally agreed and personally brought Chu Feng's parents to Kunlun.
"White Fairy is formidable, absolutely crushing the enemy!" Big Black Bull cheered, waving a flag. He had broken free from nine shackles but still felt he wasn't a match for the opponent.
"Don't get your hopes up, it won't end well for you", Divine Toad grinned, ruining the mood.
"Don't talk nonsense, I have my own favorite bull!" Big Black Bull turned red, his face contorted with embarrassment.
Then, Yellow Bull exposed him, avenging the time Big Black Bull had deliberately sent him women's clothing. "Hehe, that must be your first love from centuries ago, a blue cow on the Plateau, right? You're still thinking about her!"
"That's called pure love, you little brat, go play in the mud!" Big Black Bull, embarrassed and angry, charged into battle, eager to strike someone.
Chu Feng was incredibly brave, slaying several beast kings and roasting them on the spot. He even critiqued the meat, praising which beast king was more delicious.
Even Divine Toad found a worthy opponent, shouting as he unleashed a Sundering Gale, forcing the enemy to cough up blood. Then, he opened his mouth and spat a stream of saliva, leaving everyone stunned. Was this a battle of saliva?
"Divine Toad, you're impressive. Why not choose a name to make a name for yourself?" Big Black Bull chuckled, encouraging him.
"Alright, in front of everyone, I will choose a name. Whoever calls me Divine Toad again, I'll kill them! From now on, I will be called Ouyang Feng!" Divine Toad proclaimed.
"Ouyang Feng from the West? That's still a Divine Toad!" Chu Feng laughed.
"I won't kill you, it's the 'feng' of 'elegance and grace.' Got it?" Ouyang Feng, now smaller, perched on Chu Feng's head, his body turning green.
"Ugh, so toxic. Wait, you're elegant and graceful, you're graceful and elegant, get down from there!" Chu Feng shuddered, pulling at the corners of his mouth.
Despite the East's larger numbers, the true elite forces of Kunlun gained the upper hand with the arrival of Bai Su and other Eastern strong warriors.
Everyone knew that no matter how intense the battle, it would ultimately be decided by the top-tier experts.
The situation changed dramatically, and the East's forces began to dominate. The Eastern expeditionary force suffered a crushing defeat at Kunlun!
Especially Bai Su, who had eaten willow tree sprouts and the Cinnabar Fruit from Mount Tai, had not only broken free from nine shackles but had also slain many Western beast kings, displaying immense power.
Her body and bloodline had undergone a fundamental transformation. Her once flat snake head became more three-dimensional, with prominent forehead bones, and hair sprouted between the scales at the back of her neck. Her head and horns were more prominent, showing signs of Dragon Metamorphosis!
"The Western forces are finished, but this isn't over. Since they dared to invade the Eastern lands, we can launch a Western expedition and strike back!" Chu Feng called out.
The morale of the Kunlun forces soared, and they were all fired up. "Everyone, let's march west!" Big Black Bull shouted.
All the Eastern experts joined the pursuit, chasing the Western forces relentlessly. The Kunlun beast king, the Golden-winged Peng King, the old ape of Song Mountain, the patriarch tortoise of Kongtong Mountain, the twin cranes of Shu Mountain Sword Palace, the Golden Crow King, and many others were all in action.
Even the grandmasters of Wudang, the masters of Bajing Palace and Yuxu Palace, joined the fray. Only White Serpent Bai Su remained on a peak in the Kunlun Mountains, not leaving. Since she had already left Taihang Mountains, it made little sense to return. After this powerful intervention, those minor villains wouldn't dare to harm Azure Sun Town. It was better to stay and wait for her return.
The Eastern expeditionary force was in disarray, their morale shattered as they fled in panic, fearing they would be the next to fall.
Notably, a Siberian tiger defected, claiming he was actually a Northeastern tiger and chose his life over his principles.
When news of the Western expedition spread, the world was stunned!
Soon, over 90% of the Eastern expeditionary force was eliminated, and the number of Western king-level creatures plummeted. They were thoroughly defeated and pursued back to the West.
"Great, we should thank the Eastern experts for helping us rid the land of those terrifying creatures!"
Surprisingly, many people viewed this as a positive development. The Eastern lands were indeed more chaotic, and many organizations quickly informed on the Western beast kings' hideouts.
Chu Feng and his companions swept through the West, encountering little resistance and reaping rich rewards, including various materials, Mutagenic Fruits, and weapons.
"We're rich! Now I can finally indulge in corruption!" Chu Feng grinned.
Yellow Bull rolled his eyes; this guy was still thinking about it.
On their way back, they encountered a so-called 'divine messenger' who was arrogant and proud, relying on powerful spiritual artifacts.
He didn't know that his Alien Domain master was mysteriously blocked outside, unable to enter and could only issue commands from a hidden space behind a famous mountain, trying to understand the changes on Earth.
He was lucky to have contacted the Alien Domain early on; now, nothing could be sent in, and he had no chance to show off.
"The world is changing. I can feel it. The days of freedom and ease are coming soon. Prepare yourselves."
After returning to Kunlun, Chu Feng heard Bai Su say this. Others, including Big Black Bull, who were at the forefront of evolution, shared this feeling.
Three days later, a deep, mournful sigh echoed from the depths of Kunlun Mountains, as if it had traveled through the ages, low and clear, beautiful yet filled with sorrow, breaking hearts and bringing tears to the eyes of all who heard it.
"Doesn't that sound like my sister?" Chu Feng wiped away a tear.
Whenever Shaohua was mentioned, he couldn't help but think of her, a habit that tugged at the heart.
"It sounds like her", Bai Su, now in human form, nodded. Her long silver hair reached her waist, and she wore a white dress, exuding a cold and distant aura.
Yellow Bull and Big Black Bull also nodded, wiping their eyes.
They believed that the group inside would be fine, mainly because they had immense faith in the mysterious Shaohua. However, the lack of news still caused concern.
The sudden sigh, with its familiar tone, was deeply unsettling.
A single sigh made all the creatures in Kunlun Mountains shed tears. If all the tears were collected, they could form a new river.
This was absurd!
It was so absurd that it was beyond belief!
The outside world was unaware of the changes in Kunlun, but the next day, another event affected the entire world.
"Snow is falling, not just on the famous mountains, but everywhere."
Chu Feng looked up at the sky, gray and misty, the sun hidden behind the clouds. The world was silent, with no north wind, only snow falling.
At first, the snow wasn't heavy, and people didn't realize the danger. But when they learned that it was snowing even near the equator, panic set in.
Within a day, the oceans froze, and the white expanse covered all the seas. The wind and snow raged, and snow fell everywhere, turning the land into a winter wonderland.
"This is not scientific!"
People were terrified, and the world fell into chaos. The world they knew had changed, and many truths and events were being overturned.
All signs pointed to the fact that the old world was wrong, and the current Earth was the true one!
"Is this the great destruction before the great flourishing?"
"After the cold comes spring. When spring returns, true revival will begin. I can already see the vibrant life that will emerge!"
As the snow piled higher, people everywhere were in a panic. If this continued, many would freeze to death.
"We're fine, but what about ordinary people?" Chu Feng frowned.
"It feels like the heavens are trying to wipe out the world, leaving only the evolved mutants and mutant beasts, erasing ordinary life", Big Black Bull said.
"Is there a force interfering with evolution, a hidden hand manipulating things?" Yellow Bull whispered.
Chu Feng heard this and slammed the table. "Yellow, my sister is so good to you, and you talk about her behind her back?!"
"Idiot, I'm talking about the powerful beings from the Alien Domain!" Yellow Bull, initially stunned, turned red with anger, his nostrils flaring as he shouted back.
"Ah, I see. My sister is so gentle, even if she awakens her past, she wouldn't bring such a disaster. Besides, she's the Queen Mother of Heaven!" Chu Feng realized his mistake and laughed it off.
"I'm worried that other world sanctuaries are trying to force their way into Earth, using forbidden means, which is affecting the weather", Yellow Bull sighed, not holding a grudge.
"That's troubling. Many will die, and the land will be desolate", Chu Feng sighed.
"I don't feel it's that bad. It's not getting colder; it's actually warming up a bit", Ouyang Feng said with a sidelong glance.
Chu Feng and the others rushed outside to find all the dark clouds had vanished, and the sun shone brightly, with a faint rainbow visible in the sky.
"Another hidden hand has prevented the disaster!"
"The wind has stopped, and the snow has ceased. I feel like I can do anything again!"
In the final snowfall, a tall, slender figure in green slowly approached, smiling brightly at them. Time seemed to stand still.
They say a smile can captivate a city, and a second one can captivate a nation. But compared to this smile, those were nothing. It was truly a smile that could enchant the ages!
(End of Chapter)
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