Chapter 310: Slaying the Evil Dragon in the Mystic Realm! (4000 words)

Chapter 310: Slaying the Evil Dragon in the Mystic Realm! (4000 words)



Qin Zheng

Lifespan: 100,000 years

Martial Arts: Dao Jing Qing Jing Pian.

Virtue: 157,812,723 jin, 7 liang, 8 qian

Current Immortal Art: Dao Jing Qing Jing Pian. It requires 10 million jin of virtue to listen to it again. Do you wish to listen?

Item Discovered: Heart Demon Essence. Refinement requires 50 million jin of virtue. Do you wish to refine it?

Qin Zheng calmly examined the content on the Virtue Scroll.

After slaying several Heart Demon clones and taking advantage of the final opportunity, he had completely eliminated the Heart Demon.

This had brought his accumulation of virtue to an unprecedented new height.

Fifteen million!

When he had just crossed over and discovered the existence of the Virtue Scroll, this number was almost unimaginable.

However, times had changed. His cultivation realm was higher now, and the amount of virtue he could gather had increased, but so had his consumption.

These thoughts flashed through Qin Zheng's mind, and then he focused on the last line of text.

Heart Demon Essence

Qin Zheng recalled the description of the Heart Demon on the Virtue Scroll.

The Heart Demon's Great Power and Lingering Regret

In other words, the so-called Heart Demon was the lingering regret of a Great Power who was unwilling to dissipate!

The Demon Essence obtained from refining the Heart Demon would certainly be related to this Great Power!

And to be called a 'Great Power' would likely mean an existence beyond the Celestial Immortal realm!

With this thought, Qin Zheng didn't hesitate. He immediately muttered, "Refine!"

Buzz!

The Virtue Scroll trembled slightly.

Instantly, the golden light above his heart shone brightly, completely covering Qin Zheng's perception.

He didn't know how long this situation lasted.

When the light receded like the ebbing tide, a lively commotion flooded into Qin Zheng's senses.

"Everyone, grab your weapons and move!"

"Let's go, go, go!"

"That Qingyuan River Evil Dragon has devoured 107 people. If it eats one more, it'll be too late!"

"With Zheng Immortal Lord's help, we'll definitely slay that Evil Dragon!"

". . ."

All around, there was a surging crowd.

Each man, exuding a powerful aura of blood, held an axe or a broadsword and marched in a certain direction.

Qin Zheng found himself among them.

Feeling the real sensation of bodies brushing against each other, Qin Zheng's eyebrows twitched slightly.

In this Spirit Mystic Realm, he was no longer an observer, passively witnessing the events unfold. Instead, he had a real body!

He looked down at himself, wearing simple clothing, and noticed that his hands and feet were smaller, indicating that he had entered someone else's body.

But with a thought, his hands and feet changed accordingly, proving that he was in control of this body.

He then examined himself and realized that all his abilities were intact and had not been weakened or suppressed by the Spirit Mystic Realm.

Slightly relieved, he withdrew his consciousness and looked around.

In the sea of people, most were mature men dressed in simple attire similar to his own. Each of them exuded a powerful aura, with the weakest being a Great Grandmaster and the strongest equivalent to a Martial Saint!

Qin Zheng's eyebrows twitched, and he was slightly surprised.

Based on their clothing alone, their style was different from what he had seen before, but it was extremely simple and should be typical attire for ordinary mortals.

However, despite being ordinary mortals with no signs of cultivation, they had reached such a high realm?

As this thought crossed Qin Zheng's mind, he immediately sensed the heavenly realm's energy. This energy was of even higher quality than the immortal energy he had encountered before.

The immortal energy was incredibly dense, permeating every corner of the world.

Even mortals who didn't understand cultivation could inhale this energy into their bodies with each breath.

Although they couldn't absorb it and would exhale it all, the process of inhaling and exhaling, repeating in a cycle, allowed their bodies to be nourished and tempered!

This was a veritable cultivation paradise! Qin Zheng marveled in his heart.

He was curious about this place and wondered what era it belonged to.

Even ordinary mortals who didn't understand cultivation had reached such heights. What level could those who cultivated achieve? His heart stirred with anticipation.

Just then, a voice suddenly rang out.

"Hey, Fusheng, what cultivation level are you at now?"

Qin Zheng focused his mind and looked forward.

A tall and robust man with thick eyebrows stood before him. His mature and weathered face exuded a youthful aura, somewhat incongruously, a hint of awkwardness.

But Qin Zheng instantly understood that the man was indeed young, just a bit prematurely aged.

The energy he radiated was that of a Martial Saint!

As the man turned his head, his gaze landed on Qin Zheng.

Fusheng?

The body he currently inhabited was named Fusheng?

Qin Zheng contemplated how to respond.

"Hu Zi, don't ask. Fusheng will surely be able to join the Shenhua Sect!"

At that moment, another voice sounded from behind him.

Qin Zheng's consciousness swept back, and he saw the young man standing behind him.

Compared to the thick-browed big man called Hu Zi, this one looked much more normal, with a physique similar to his own, a typical appearance for a young man.

The aura emanating from him was also far beyond the Great Grandmaster level, almost reaching the Half-Step Martial Saint stage.

The two of them, one in front and one behind, seemed to be protecting him.

"Yes, I know. I'm just concerned about Fusheng."

The thick-browed big man smiled, scratching his head with his axe, its cold glint visible at his neck, causing those around him to slightly change their expressions.

"But you, Xi Zi, what are your plans?"

The big man then glanced past Qin Zheng and looked at the young man behind him, asking.

The young man's expression remained calm as he thought for a moment before replying, "Probably after we kill that Evil Dragon, I'll be able to break through."

Hearing this, the big man's face lit up with joy, and he said, "Great! Once you break through, we'll go and join the Shenhua Sect!"

"With our combined talents, we'll surely dominate and become a Great Power!"

"And that Zheng Qingyun won't dare to act arrogantly in front of us brothers again!"

As he finished speaking, the big man's expression turned slightly sinister.

But the young man called Xi Zi's face changed, and he exclaimed, "Don't talk nonsense!"

After the big man's words, the people around them subtly distanced themselves from the three.

Qin Zheng noticed a uniquely dressed person at the forefront of the crowd.

His face was somewhat shaded, and he was a young man, emanating a Dharmic Body-level aura. At that moment, he was enjoying the flattery of others, his face filled with smugness.

However, Qin Zheng noticed that the young man was still discreetly looking towards the three at the back of the crowd, his eyes filled with malice.

This Zheng Qingyun must be him.

Qin Zheng understood.

The young man's robe was distinct from the others, indicating that he had joined a specific sect.

Furthermore, having reached the Dharmic Body stage, he possessed a significant gap in cultivation compared to the others.

No wonder when the big man spoke ill of him, the others would subtly change their expressions.

The big man seemed to realize something and muttered to himself before turning away, no longer speaking.

Qin Zheng's surroundings became quiet again.

"Fusheng, that Evil Dragon is not weak. If something unexpected happens, escape quickly. We'll protect you."

At that moment, a voice sounded in Qin Zheng's ear, and he turned to see the young man named Xi Zi nodding slightly at him.

"Alright."

Qin Zheng wasn't sure about Fusheng's temperament, but after some thought, he nodded slightly and agreed.

This caused the young man behind him to pause slightly, but his expression relaxed.

So, without further conversation, the group proceeded towards the Qingyuan River.

Half a day later, the moisture in the air thickened, and the sound of rushing river water reached their ears.

"Attention! We're almost there!"

A voice from the front reminded them.

Everyone's expressions turned solemn.

At that moment, Qin Zheng also looked into the distance and saw a roaring, surging river.

Beneath this river lay a huge black dragon, its aura indicating that it had reached the late Dharmic Body stage.

With the combined strength of their group, not a single person among them would stand a chance against such a powerful demonic creature.

Qin Zheng thought to himself while also contemplating the purpose of this Spirit Mystic Realm. What did he need to do to gain benefits within it?

The lingering remnants of a Great Power's obsession, lingering after his fall, turning into a demon.

This lingering obsession must be a persistent fixation, and the Spirit Mystic Realm he refined must be related to his obsession!

So, to gain the corresponding opportunity within this Spirit Mystic Realm, one must fulfill his obsession?

Qin Zheng's thoughts raced.

And at that moment—

Boom!

Thunder roared in the sky.

Moo!

Immediately, a dragon's roar followed.

In an instant, dark clouds gathered, and strong winds howled.

A powerful aura began to permeate the heavens and earth.

"The Evil Dragon is here! Everyone, form the array as we practiced!"

Shouts of command echoed from all directions.

Qin Zheng's understanding deepened as he realized the reason for their boldness—they had the support of an array.

With a Dharmic Body in the early stages, and dozens, even hundreds of Great Grandmasters and Martial Saints, if they had the backing of an array, it was entirely possible for them to win.

The crowd quickly dispersed, preparing to take their positions and form the array.

But just then...

Roar!

A tiger's roar suddenly echoed.

Immediately after, another powerful presence surged, soaring into the sky.

A dragon and a tiger appeared, surrounding the crowd from both front and rear, interrupting their actions.

Qin Zheng could see that at this moment, everyone's faces turned deathly pale, including the boy with the unique attire.

"A bunch of ants, and you dare to kill me?"

At that moment, a massive dragon head emerged from the thick, dark clouds, gazing down at the crowd below.

The late-stage Dharmic Body's aura, accompanied by the dragon's might, instantly swept across the area, making everyone's faces even paler.

As Qin Zheng watched this scene, considering whether to take action, he felt someone grab him.

"Fusheng."

The thick-browed man, called Hu Zi, was tense, his face also pale, but he remained resolute.

He whispered softly, "In the mountain to the east, there's a cave with a passage that leads directly to the Shenhua Sect."

"When I start fighting, you and Fusheng hurry into the cave and run towards the Shenhua Sect."

"Fusheng, your cultivation is insufficient, and you're not fast enough. Xi Zi, you take him and run!"

The boy named Xi Zi also tried to stay calm, asking, "What about you?"

The thick-browed man smiled faintly and said, "This evil dragon killed my entire family. I must fight it to the death!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Qin Zheng felt his heart stir slightly.

It was as if something was reminding him to stop the man, or save him!

A battle between a Martial Saint and a late-stage Dharmic Body demon would undoubtedly be like an ant shaking an elephant, with no chance of survival! With this stirring in his heart, Qin Zheng confirmed his suspicions.

Everything happening here was one of the obsessions of a Great Power!

If he helped them and saved his friend, he should be able to complete this scene and gain the corresponding opportunity.

Qin Zheng thought to himself.

At the front of the crowd, the uniquely dressed boy suddenly spoke, "Qingyuan River Dragon Lord! I am a disciple of the Shenhua Sect, and I have no relation to these commoners!"

"How you deal with them is none of my concern, nor the Shenhua Sect's. But when I leave, I ask that you do not block my path!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the crowd reacted, their faces filled with shock and anger.

But just as they were about to retort, the boy turned and swept a cold gaze over them, his Dharmic Body aura suppressing the crowd.

"Who dares to speak out of turn, and I'll blame my long sword for unsheathing itself!"

His words were harsh, especially as he swept his gaze over the area where Qin Zheng and the other two were.

The evil dragon's eyes were cold, as if considering and weighing the situation before finally speaking, "Good."

Hearing this, the boy's expression relaxed slightly, and after a word of thanks, he immediately transformed into a beam of light and darted away, quickly leaving the scene.

At this moment, the evil dragon turned its gaze to the remaining crowd.

Without the Shenhua Sect's Dharmic Body, the other humans were as insignificant as a sneeze to the dragon.

A dangerous aura filled the air.

The thick-browed man shouted, "Run!"

At the same time, he took a step forward and charged towards the evil dragon.

Slap!

His figure remained standing in its original spot.

A slightly immature hand had rested on his shoulder, stopping him.

The thick-browed man was surprised.

"You—"

Before he could finish his sentence.

Among the three brothers, the one with the lowest cultivation and weakest strength suddenly rose like a Primordial Divine Mountain, soaring into the clouds!

Then, with a single step, he ascended to the heavens, swinging his hand.

Boom!

The evil dragon's head exploded!

Immediately after, he took another step, reaching above the tiger demon, and swung his hand again.

Boom!

Another shower of red and white blood rained down.

Finally, he transformed into a beam of light, and in the blink of an eye, he returned, now holding a uniquely dressed corpse.

In just an instant, everything was reversed!

The crowd erupted in cheers of survival!

The thick-browed boy, who seemed like a man, also smiled.

Boom!

The Spirit Realm shattered.

Qin Zheng's consciousness returned to reality.

At the same time,

Boom!

Within his Inner Heaven, the Great Dao Tree swayed wildly, as if nourished by some great power, growing madly once more!

(End of Chapter)

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