Chapter 420: The Former Thunderbolt Mud-Legged Hero, Now Ascending the Summit and Looking Down on Al

Chapter 420: The Former Thunderbolt Mud-Legged Hero, Now Ascending the Summit and Looking Down on All Mountains

The falling snow was silent, gently drifting down and settling on the trees covered in white snow.

The world was enveloped in a white haze, giving the impression that vitality had been erased.

Xixi crouched under a large tree, her eyes brimming with tears.

She had been strong enough to endure on her own, but when Yun E and the others appeared, Xixi's grievances overwhelmed her.

She had tried her best, but in the end, she was unable to save the children from the Ascension Pavilion.

Facing a Martial Saint and that troublesome, extremely difficult-to-deal-with Mysterious Temple God, Xixi felt her own powerlessness.

"No wonder you... Xixi, don't blame yourself."

"They won't blame you either. If they do, they'll only blame the relatives who sold them."

Yun E gently patted Xixi's back, her voice extremely gentle. Seeing Xixi like this, Yun E truly felt heartache.

Jin Taishui and Zhou Peng also rushed out. They removed their masks and sighed softly, looking at Xixi with a hint of anger.

Especially Jin Taishui, who clenched and unclenched his fists, feeling somewhat helpless.

"Let's go... There seems to be some commotion in Guangling Dao City, and many powerful individuals are searching for Xixi. We might have been exposed."

Zhou Peng said.

He took out a hot steamed bun and handed it to Xixi, "Eat this bun and cheer up. Then, we'll continue on our way."

"Don't take things too seriously. This is how the world is. We can only do what we're capable of. If we can't do something, it's not our fault..."

"If we have to blame someone, we can only blame this world. That's all."

Zhou Peng said with a smile, seeing things clearly.

Xixi stood up and nodded, quickly adjusting her mood. Although she was only seven years old, she was more mature than many other children.

Perhaps this was an advantage brought about by her innate talent for cultivation.

"The Martial Saint in the Ascension Pavilion had once appeared in Primordial Vortex City and even participated in the opportunity contest with my father for the Two-Hearted Great Sage..."

Xixi wiped away her tears and said.

"Remember him, Xixi Emperor!"

Xixi crossed her arms, puffing out her little belly, her eyes filled with anger.

Yun E's beautiful eyes narrowed slightly as she thought, "You're talking about the Martial Saint Elder of the Heaven Dan Sect, Gu Chuan?"

Because only Gu Chuan fit Xixi's description.

Xixi clenched her teeth, "Yes, it's him. He's a Martial Saint... Xixi isn't strong enough yet, so I couldn't defeat him. But when Xixi grows up, I'll be the first to kill him."

"Doing such heinous acts that hurt heaven and reason, he deserves to be beaten and killed!"

"Using children as medicinal ingredients and refining pills with them... The Heaven Dan Sect isn't any good either!"

Xixi stomped her foot in anger.

Yun E shook her head and sighed softly.

"Before we set out on our journey, the Ancient Ancestor personally told me that in this world, there aren't many good things among the Divine Sects."

"For example, the Little Lingyin Temple in Xiling Dao uses the skulls of young girls as materials to create magical artifacts, and they even use countless commoners' bones to form a pile for cultivation and rebirth."

"There's also the Haoran Academy in Jiangnan Dao. The so-called 'Haoran' only benefits the powerful in Jiangnan Dao. Those scholars talk about righteousness and morality, but they impose endless taxes and brutal whippings on the commoners, even after death..."

"There's also the Bashu Sword Pavilion, the Purple Mansion Sect of the Heavenly Master Dao... The Ancient Ancestor told me that they all have their dark and shady dealings."

"As for the Heaven Dan Sect in Guangling Dao... The Ancient Ancestor said that before the Heaven Dan Sect became a Divine Sect, it was known as the Celestial Poison Pill Sect..."

Yun E spoke softly, her tone slightly heavy.

"So, in this world, the ones who suffer the most are always the commoners at the bottom."

"Unless you can display divine essence or martial talent, otherwise... it's hard to say if you can grow up safely."

Yun E sighed softly, and Zhou Peng, who was beside her, couldn't help but feel the same, slowing down his pace of eating the steamed bun.

Jin Taishui, on the other hand, didn't feel much.

Because in the Witch God Mountain, he had grown up like a wild beast, fighting for survival.

If he didn't kill or fight, he would die.

Others had to step on the bones of others to climb out of that terrifying hell.

Only by surviving to the end could he receive the blessings of the Great Witch, once a revered Young Witch.

"Xixi, Uncle Li sent us out to experience the darkness of the world and learn to protect ourselves."

"As for others, we'll help if we can, but if we can't, we'll let it go. There's only so much we can do, and the world is so vast, with so much darkness... There are those we can't save."

"So, you really don't need to blame yourself."

Yun E rubbed Xixi's head gently.

Hearing this, Xixi's mood improved significantly.

She knew Yun E was telling the truth, and after leaving Primordial Vortex City, witnessing a glimpse of the darkness in Guangling Dao, she already had some understanding.

Not to mention the existence of the Corpse God Sect, a heretical cult, in this world.

Even the former Primordial Vortex City faced the corrosion of the Corpse God Sect, and various major factions oppressed the commoners like mountains.

Xixi took a deep breath.

She naturally understood the reasoning, and Xixi wasn't a fool, but she was just angry.

She glanced at the direction of Guangling Dao City, "Hmph! I'll make sure that Gu Chuan pays the price when I return!"

A terrifying aura burst out from within Guangling Dao City.

The falling snow in the sky continuously exploded.

"Go!"

"They're catching up!"

Xixi's eyes widened, and her mind raced.

The Hell Lotus Wheel beneath her feet instantly spun at high speed, its clanging sound erupting without pause. The raging air currents intertwined, and sparks whirled as the air seemed to be torn and wrinkled.

An invisible wave of air enveloped her companions, and they soared into the sky, flying swiftly and low over the snowy ground.

Whoosh!

Inside Guangling Dao City, the sound of breaking through the air constantly echoed.

Powerful Heavenly Man Resonance and Heavenly Earth Soul spread and expanded.

It was clear that a Martial Saint and a Divine Embryo had set out to search and capture Xixi.

Boom!

Gu Chuan, dressed in the robe of an Alchemy Master, stood with his body spanning the distance, his terrifying Martial Saint blood and energy seemed to melt the snow.

Beside Gu Chuan was a slender figure, his robe fluttering in the wind, and his eyes narrowed.

Under the leaden sky.

Their eyes were like those of a falcon, sharp and piercing, carefully scanning and searching the snowy plain below.

However, the snow that fell from the heavens was incredibly thick, and the dense forest further obscured the light, hiding many things.

But a Martial Saint and a Divine Embryo, their Heavenly Man Perception and Heavenly Earth Soul were so powerful that they swept through like a carpet, searching every detail.

"Qianyuan Young Lord Li Nuoxi... A true demon genius, I never thought she would appear in Guangling Dao City..."

"Her mark is too obvious, the Hell Lotus Flame Wheel. Besides her, no one else in this world has obtained it."

"Back then, our sect's Gu Chuan went to compete for Lu Taibai's personal disciple position, but he was defeated and suppressed by her. It's clear that this little girl's talent is terrifyingly high."

"If we could capture this girl... Extract her essence blood for alchemy, and offer it to our Ancestor, perhaps... He would definitely love such a genius human pill!"

Gu Chuan's face revealed a hint of joy.

The sect master Gu Changqing had died in the battle to attack Qianyuan Dao City, and this news had already reached Heaven Dan Sect...

If Gu Chuan could please the Ancestor, perhaps he would have a chance to fight for the position of sect master.

Of course, the possibility was slim...

But one must have dreams, or else, wouldn't one be like a dead fish?

"She's really good at hiding... She must have received the true teachings of the Netherworld, which is extremely mysterious. That strange teleportation technique and powerful Breath Control Technique... It's indeed tricky."

"Search carefully, don't let her escape."

"When the fat is served on a silver platter, one must savor it."

Gu Chuan gave a cold smile.

They separated from the Divine Embryo.

Boom—!

Gu Chuan's figure landed on the snowy ground, and his Heavenly Man Perception continued to spread.

"Found her!"

Gu Chuan sensed the lingering heat in the air.

"Hell Lotus Flame Wheel..."

"What a powerful divine weapon."

Gu Chuan took a deep breath.

He took a step and landed.

Boom—!!!

In an instant, the entire snowy ground collapsed, and countless snow exploded!

Gu Chuan's body erupted with the raging Martial Saint's aura, like a furious dragon roaring in anger.

The next moment, he burst out with tremendous force.

From the sky, it seemed as if the earth was torn apart by a massive chasm!

Dominant, fierce, and unmatched like a wild beast!

...

...

Gurgle, gurgle—

On the charcoal stove, boiling water bubbled, and emerald green tea leaves danced within.

Li Che sat in a chair, his eyes slightly focused.

In the image, he saw Xixi hugging her legs, crying pitifully and heartbreakingly. When had this little girl ever cried so sadly? As an old man, he couldn't bear to watch such a scene.

Xixi had a kind heart, but many things in the world were filled with helplessness, and no one could completely save everything.

The purpose of this trial was to grow, to gain experience and improve.

Perhaps this setback could help Xixi grow.

Li Che thought it was good.

"Martial Saint Gu Chuan..."

Li Che's eyes narrowed slightly.

This was a First Opening Martial Saint, a Human Pill Realm Martial Saint.

During the opportunity with the Two-Hearted Great Sage, he had indeed competed with Li Che. But Li Che had never noticed him, nor had he ever considered him a threat.

"Being chased by a Martial Saint..."

"Xixi, how will you respond?"

Li Che sat in the chair, poured himself a cup of tea, and divided his attention. Through the Heavenly Earth Chessboard, he quietly observed.

Even someone like Li Che had never experienced being chased by a First Opening Martial Saint.

Because Li Che had never been on the run.

With the mask on, he showed no mercy, and even a First Opening Martial Saint would be killed without hesitation.

He divided his attention, observing Xixi and the others facing the pursuit of a First Opening Martial Saint.

Meanwhile, Li Che himself began to challenge the Fourth Opening Martial Saint realm!

With the help of Fourth-Rank Upper Heaven Martial Pills, his qi and blood grew at an astonishing rate. Now, on the Martial Dao Summit, Li Che had reached the peak.

During this period, Li Che had remained calm.

He slowly accumulated the enhancement of his qi and blood.

He was also cultivating a powerful aura, and Li Che understood that challenging the Fourth Opening Martial Saint realm would not be easy.

His path was much more difficult than others. He wanted to stand at the summit, not only because of the height of his mountain but also because of the twists and turns of his journey.

Reaching the summit required more effort than others.

The pure martial path was inherently challenging.

And Li Che was treading an extreme martial path.

The Ten Thousand Feet Golden Sea, the Ten Thousand Feet Martial Dao Summit! To walk this path, one must pay a price, but the rewards would be abundant.

"Qi Tian City... It's about to open."

"This time, Qi Tian City's opening will definitely attract more powerful experts than expected."

Li Che's eyes flashed.

Upon learning that Qi Tian City was located at the intersection of the Inner Mysterious Palace and the Earthly Mysterious Palace, Li Che realized that this opening might become the focus of the entire world.

It would not only be the focus of the great landscape! There would definitely be Divine Tribulation powerhouses rushing over, and after Qi Tian City's five hundred years of closure, no one knew how many treasures had been born within this strange temple.

The Divine Crystal was a given, and the Dao Essence Crystal would also be abundant.

The Qi Tian Heritage would not be lacking!

Li Che spread his five fingers, and a broken mask fell into his hand.

It was the mask that had collected two sides but was still incomplete, the Face of Qi Tian.

"The last side of the Face of Qi Tian is probably located within Qi Tian City, so I must go there."

Rumble—

Outside Qianyuan Dao City.

The Heaven Earth Jade plaque hovered high, tearing space apart. It was as if countless black, crack-like blocks were constantly stacking up.

A voice shook the heavens and earth, freezing souls and blood with its terrifying dragon's roar.

Then, the Ancient Dragon God who had invaded Lu Tian's Qianyuan Small Inner World emerged, his robes billowing and his aura mighty.

The tribulation wheel behind him slowly disappeared.

"What a Lu Tian, you've got some skills."

The Ancient Dragon God praised.

After leaving Lu Tian's Small Inner World, his aura showed no signs of weakness. Invading a Divine Tribulation cultivator's Small Inner World and leaving unscathed... Impressive."

The entire Qianyuan Dao City's atmosphere reached freezing point.

On the city tower, Han Qizhong and the other generals guarding the city were heavy-hearted.

This Ancient Dragon God... was too powerful! Could Qianyuan Divine Sect withstand it?

With this Ancient Dragon God's assistance, the imperial army now had three Divine Tribulation powerhouses!

How can they fight like this? Even with the help of the Netherworld, how many Divine Tribulation Powerhouses can the Netherworld withstand?

"Hahahahahaha—"

"Lu Qiankun! The Heavenly Origin Divine Sect... I, the Ancient Dragon God, have seen it, and I am very satisfied. It is very suitable to be the ancestral land of my Dragon Deity lineage!"

"Enjoy the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect for a while longer. Soon, the Primordial Vortex City... will belong to my Dragon Deity lineage!"

The golden dragon armor on the Ancient Dragon God's body clanged as he laughed heartily and strode away.

He came and left with composure.

Only a heavy and oppressive atmosphere remained.

Lu Qiankun stood in the small inner world behind the Heaven Earth Jade plaque, his eyes cold and ruthless.

"If you have the ability, come and get me!"

"Not a single disciple of the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect will be afraid or retreat!"

Lu Qiankun's voice was majestic, and there was not a hint of fear in his tone.

Lu Taibai ascended into the sky, his silver hair flying, and his body surrounded by sword energy, soaring towards the clouds.

Boom, boom, boom—

The Ancient Dragon God strode away, leaving behind crashing waves.

He returned to the imperial army camp, his tall and sturdy figure with flying white hair and gleaming eyes.

He looked at Xie Yunsen, and his eyes flashed, "National Teacher... I, the Ancient Dragon God, believe that in a few days, we can take action."

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"Currently, the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect only has one Divine Tribulation Powerhouse, and although Lu Qiankun is strong, I, the Ancient Dragon God, am confident in suppressing him. With Gu Qianchi and Zhao Beidou, this battle... will undoubtedly be a victory."

The Ancient Dragon God was eager to try.

He didn't want to wait any longer and wanted a quick battle.

The Heaven-Aspiring City was about to open, and the Ancient Dragon God wanted to conquer the Primordial Vortex City before the opening of the Heaven-Aspiring City...

To seize the Primordial Vortex City as the future ancestral land for his Dragon Deity lineage.

The Ancient Dragon God's eyes flashed with a hint of helplessness and fatigue.

There was no other way...

The East Sea was no longer suitable for the survival of the Dragon Deity lineage.

He could only make the final arrangements for the Dragon Deity lineage as his lifespan approached its limit. This was the last thing he could do as the leader of the Dragon Deity lineage.

After completing his duty to the race, the Ancient Dragon God would go to the Heaven-Aspiring City, to fight for the future, to... fight for himself.

First for the race, then for himself—this was the Ancient Dragon God's plan.

His time was precious.

Upon hearing the Ancient Dragon God's words, Xie Yunsen's heart stirred slightly. His face first showed excitement, but then he couldn't help but frown, sigh, and shake his head.

He tightly controlled his emotions.

The Ancient Dragon God's eyebrows furrowed slightly.

Indeed, he heard Xie Yunsen say, "Senior Ancient Dragon God... you must not rush."

"The most formidable aspect of the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect is still the Netherworld behind it... Zhao Zushi was severely injured by the Netherworld, and he is still recuperating and unable to take action. If a battle truly erupts, our imperial court side may not have the advantage."

"Because the Netherworld King is not to be underestimated... according to Zhao Zushi's words, the Netherworld King's martial path has reached the pinnacle, possessing the strength of a Martial God."

"If both Divine Tribulation Powerhouses are held back..."

"The Pacifying Chaos King cannot rely solely on top-tier Martial Dao Apex powerhouses and divine combat strength. It's uncertain if we can defeat the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect."

"If another top-tier Martial Dao Apex powerhouse falls in this battle..."

"If that happens, I, as an official, will truly have no way to explain to His Majesty..."

"So, Senior Ancient Dragon God, please wait a little longer. Zhao Zushi's injuries will recover soon... As long as we wait for Zhao Zushi to recover, with one more Divine Tribulation Powerhouse, we will have a chance of victory!"

Xie Yunsen's robes fluttered in the wind, his face pale but sincere.

He looked at Zhao Beidou, his eyes filled with emotion, "Our army cannot do without Zhao Zushi!"

"Zhao Zushi is too important."

Upon hearing this, the Ancient Dragon God's face darkened. With a clang of his armor, he swept his gaze towards Zhao Beidou, his expression cold.

"Useless."

Zhao Beidou's heart wavered as Xie Yunsen tried to reassure him.

But when the Ancient Dragon God scolded him, his face changed.

"I hope that when the Ancient Dragon God faces the Netherworld King's near-mad onslaught, he can still speak with such determination. If I survive, it will be due to luck."

"This Netherworld is not to be underestimated."

Zhao Beidou spoke in a deep voice.

The Ancient Dragon God shook his head, his eyes cold and fierce, "I don't have much time. I'll give you one more month. If you still can't recover from your injuries, I... will kill you!"

The Ancient Dragon God's words were filled with ferocity.

He dared to fight the founder of the Great Jing Dynasty.

In the past, the founder of the Great Jing Dynasty rose to prominence in the chaotic Central Plains, earning a formidable reputation. With the support of numerous noble families, he ascended the throne and became the emperor.

His success was built on killing, and the fact that the Ancient Dragon God could fight the founder emperor showed his fierce temper and strength.

Zhao Beidou snorted, turned, and left with a sweep of his sleeves.

The Ancient Dragon God's eyes were cold as he stood on the surface of the Grand Canal, gazing towards the Primordial Vortex City...

His eyes narrowed slightly, and his white hair and beard fluttered in the wind...

His once-erect figure now seemed slightly stooped.

His time...

was truly limited.

He must fight for his race and secure the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect as a place for his lineage's survival.

Boom, boom!

The mighty river roared!

Time was of the essence!

...

...

...

Through the Heavenly Earth Chessboard, Li Che sensed the Ancient Dragon God's intrusion into the small inner world of the founder, and he left unscathed.

His heart couldn't help but tremble slightly.

The Ancient Dragon God's intrusion clearly demonstrated his formidable strength.

Normally, when a Divine Tribulation Powerhouse invades the small inner world of another Divine Tribulation Cultivator, it's like an away game, inherently putting them at a disadvantage.

However, despite this disadvantage, the Ancient Dragon God could still leave whenever he wanted, indicating that in terms of raw strength, he might be even stronger than Lu Qiankun.

In the First Calamity Second Tribulation Realm, he might have reached his limit! This old dragon's strength was indeed formidable.

Li Che's eyes narrowed slightly, and as his heart trembled, his eyes also showed a deeper eagerness.

He became more certain that this old dragon was the top choice for the Ten Fiends Ink Painting's first fiend. However, with his current strength, slaying a Dragon Deity...

was still a challenge.

Because the Ancient Dragon God's strength was even greater than Zhao Beidou's...

In the outside world, with the threat of a Divine Tribulation Powerhouse possessing the Three Calamities Nine Tribulations, other Divine Tribulation Powerhouses would not dare to exert their full strength, and the strength gap would not be too apparent.

But if it were within a small inner world, after avoiding the tribulation, the First Calamity Second Tribulation Realm would be like a Martial Saint's Second Gate far surpassing the First Gate.

That was a difference in power levels.

Therefore, Li Che also needed to carefully consider his approach to dealing with this Ancient Dragon God.

Just as the Ancient Dragon God wanted to conquer the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect before going to the Heaven-Aspiring City, Li Che also wanted to capture this Ancient Dragon God within the Ten Fiends Ink Painting before heading to the Heaven-Aspiring City.

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The most important thing...

The ancient dragon deity's demonic aura was far more intense than that of the Dragon God Prince, and it was equally beneficial for the Tyrant of Ten Thousand Demons' Dao Fruit. It might allow his divine abilities to undergo the Demon Immortal's Nine Transformations, achieving the second transformation.

Sitting in the study, he was seated on a chair.

Li Che's stomach walls writhed, crushing the pill into powder, causing the vast medicinal properties to surge and circulate within his flesh! As Li Che was deep in thought, his eyes suddenly flashed with brilliance.

After so many days of accumulation and seclusion.

Now...

There was finally a harvest!

The aura on his body began to boil uncontrollably, and the air in the room exploded and swept through.

Even with the Sleeping Dragon Elephant suppressing his aura, his own aura continued to rise uncontrollably!

In his chest, the Dragon Elephant Vajra Dao Fruit began to go crazy!

As if welcoming the upcoming frenzy of surging blood and essence! He took out the last Heavenly Martial Pill that Gu Changqing had refined for him, put it in his mouth, closed his teeth, and the pill shattered.

Gulping it down.

Accompanied by the surging and terrifying medicinal properties, it rushed through his meridians and blood, transforming into a torrent of essence!

Li Che's eyes flashed with brilliance in an instant.

The Heavenly Earth Chessboard stretched across the yard, blocking and shielding all senses and investigations!

And Li Che himself entered the charging stage!

His aura rose steadily, as if a heavenly god was beating war drums, emitting a rhythmic booming sound.

His entire stomach seemed to turn into an extremely fiery furnace!

Divine fire burned, refining medicinal properties, and his blood boiled, surging into his limbs and bones, ebbing and flowing, making him stand at the summit of the Martial Dao Mountain, colliding with an invisible wall that seemed to span the peak!

Dong, Dong—

Dong, Dong, Dong—!!!

It was as if his will was using his head to fiercely collide with the transparent wall, causing intricate cracks to cover the wall!

Martial Sage's third gate, climbing the path...

Climbing ten thousand feet, about to step on the summit!

Dong, Dong, Dong—

The intense collision was like the violent ringing of the bells in a snowy mountain temple, with the bell waves spreading throughout the human realm.

Spreading throughout Li Che's limbs and bones!

As if washing his body, removing the impurities from his flesh once again.

Huff, Huff—

Suddenly.

Li Che sat on the chair, and the chair beneath him vanished into powder in an instant.

The vast aura on Li Che's body slowly disappeared, and the raging currents and raging winds all calmed down.

He became incredibly peaceful in an instant.

As if he had traveled a long journey, climbed countless steps, and finally reached the highest point, overlooking the vastness of heaven and earth, and all the mountains below seemed insignificant.

Covering up all panting and fatigue, washing away all the restlessness and noise.

The transparent wall that blocked the will shattered.

Li Che's will seemed to radiate a dazzling golden light.

Taking a step forward, he stepped onto the summit of the Martial Dao Mountain.

The heaven and earth were vast, boundless, and infinite!

A majestic aura surged from Li Che's body, like a bursting dam, and his spirit, energy, and essence underwent a frenzy and explosive growth!

Martial Sage's fourth gate...

Known as the Apex!

Because only at this realm can one truly be considered among the top-tier powerhouses in the vast world. Among the billions of people in the world, only a few dozen can reach this height!

Li Che's thirty-six thousand pores all glowed with golden light, and the speed of transformation between his blood and essence increased.

His aura became even more vast, like a towering mountain, majestic and lofty!

The oppressive feeling was so strong that it was suffocating!

Boom—

Li Che suddenly opened his eyes, and within them, golden smoke condensed. His entire body radiated golden light, intensely dazzling.

His cultivation broke through to the Martial Sage's fourth gate, and the boiling golden blood seemed to change everything.

Every pore exuded golden mist, slowly... above Li Che's head.

It condensed into an enormous furnace!

The furnace rose into the sky, with a divine dragon coiling and an elephant lying across it!

The Heavenly Earth Chessboard trembled violently!

The intersecting lines were like vibrating strings, emitting a booming sound!

Li Che raised his head, and his eyes shone with intense golden brilliance. His hair turned golden, wildly dancing and fluttering!

Spreading his arms, the blood within his body seemed to turn into lava, and with each flow, his body became hotter.

A Martial Dao will that covered everything, and a majestic aura that overlooked everything, continuously surged from Li Che's body!

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