Chapter 457: Infamous Reputation, The Wanbao Alliance's Deal

Chapter 457: Infamous Reputation, The Wanbao Alliance's Deal

Jiang Buling's figure disappeared from where he stood, leaving only a sharp and fierce spear that blossomed with a terrifying cold light in the midst of the battlefield.

To the onlookers in the distance, they could only hear the roars of anger from those top Immortal Honored beings as they unleashed their formidable auras.

However, in this intense battle, occasional piercing screams would ring out, followed by a corpse falling from the sky.

The battle didn't last long. As the last pitiful scream echoed, only one figure remained in the sky above the battlefield—a lone figure holding a spear, standing proudly and overwhelmingly dominant.

The few Immortal Honored beings who had been watching were now trembling, their faces deathly pale.

Among those who had attempted to assassinate Jiang Buling were acquaintances, and even elders they respected. Yet, at this moment, all the assailants lay dead.

It seemed like a one-sided slaughter.

Even with several of the top Immortal Honored beings joining forces and deploying defensive divine artifacts, they were still no match for Jiang Buling.

The True King Realm experts were even more stunned and baffled, cold sweat dripping from their foreheads without them even realizing it. They didn't dare move, fearing that they would attract unwanted attention and be killed with a single spear strike.

They even feared that Jiang Buling, in his fury, would slaughter them all, including the onlookers!

One man, one spear, a peerless killer!

At this moment, they thought of two other individuals: Xu Yan and Meng Chong.

Those two vicious men killed Immortal Honored beings as easily as squashing ants, and now there seemed to be a third addition to their ranks.

Jiang Buling, the discarded genius of Tai Kun!

How did the Divine Realm suddenly give birth to three such monstrous talents?

Compared to these three, those once-proud geniuses of the Grand Realm couldn't even hold their shoes!

With a wave of Jiang Buling's hand, all the corpses turned to flying ash and dispersed.

"If you want to scheme against me, Jiang Buling, and covet my secret techniques, then you'd better have the lifespan to back it up. I, Jiang Buling, will be waiting for you!" Jiang Buling said coldly.

"Jiang Tianming and Yun Yan'er, wait for me in the Tai Kun Realm. Show me everything you've got!" After saying this, Jiang Buling took his leave.

This wasn't the first assassination attempt, nor would it be the last.

As always, after arriving in a new realm, Jiang Buling would enter the Sky Caves, either to absorb the Unyielding Qi, temper his Extreme Soul Martial Arts, or collect various treasures.

Jiang Buling, the discarded genius of Tai Kun, became infamous across the realms.

In one of the Sky Caves, Jiang Buling, with his spear in hand, slaughtered the Unyielding True Spirits and absorbed their Unyielding Qi.

In just a few days, he had eradicated all the powerful Unyielding True Spirits in that Sky Cave, single-handedly conquering the entire place.

After leaving that Sky Cave, Jiang Buling headed towards the next one.

This one was a Witch-Demon Sky Cave, and Jiang Buling defeated the witch-demon's avatars within, looted the treasures, and then departed.

Outside the realm gate was a vast expanse sealed off by chains that stretched in all directions. These chains were condensed from the power of the heavenly laws.

Behind each chain stood a figure, holding the chain and merging their aura with it.

In addition to the chains, there were also layers of radiant barriers standing tall, and behind each barrier stood more figures.

Moreover, there were sharp and brilliant rays of light flickering in and out of view, various powerful martial auras intertwining with one another.

This place had already become a battlefield of slaughter!

A total of more than twenty Immortal Honored beings were each responsible for their own task, and behind them were hundreds of peak True King Realm warriors.

Their strength and auras were integrated into the heavenly laws, strengthening the chains and the layers of radiant barriers.

In the center of this slaughter stood a figure holding a long spear.

"Jiang Buling, I'll give you one chance. Hand over your secret technique!"

Jiang Buling's gaze was icy, and as he raised his spear, he coldly smiled, "With just you lot? If you had set up a powerful killing formation, I might have hesitated, but you think this trashy technique can stop me?"

"Jiang Buling, if you're looking to die, then I'll grant your wish!"

Rumble!

The chains, condensed from the power of the heavenly laws, instantly wrapped around Jiang Buling from all directions, seeking to bind him.

The layers of radiant barriers shone brightly, aiming to defend against Jiang Buling's soul-destroying technique.

"Hmph!"

Jiang Buling snorted coldly, and his figure suddenly merged with the power of the heavenly laws.

The group of Immortal Honored beings was taken aback. What was going on?

Did Jiang Buling self-destruct?

"Retreat!"

Suddenly, one of the Immortal Honored beings holding a chain shouted in alarm, his face filled with dread.

However, it was too late!

The Immortal Honored being next to him, who was also holding a chain, was pierced by a spear strike that shot out from within the chain, killing him instantly. He didn't even have time to scream before his soul was completely annihilated!

At that moment, all the powerful experts present were horrified.

Rumble!

The chains, imbued with the power of the heavenly laws, began to vibrate with killing intent. All the Immortal Honored beings unleashed their full power, aiming to trap and annihilate Jiang Buling within the confines of these chains.

Though they didn't understand how Jiang Buling had managed to merge with the chains of heavenly laws without suffering any harm, this was an opportunity to end his life!

Buzz!

Suddenly, the Immortal Honored being whose soul had been annihilated by Jiang Buling's spear lunged at his companion.

"You?" The other Immortal Honored being was taken aback, thinking his ally had turned against him.

In that instant, he saw a spear glint in his companion's soul before it was utterly destroyed.

The corpse that had lunged forward then turned to ashes and dispersed.

"What's happening?" The remaining Immortal Honored beings were filled with confusion and suspicion.

Before they could comprehend the situation, the recently killed Immortal Honored being surged with murderous intent and attacked another ally.

Smash!

Another life extinguished!

"It's Jiang Buling!" At this moment, the remaining Immortal Honored beings finally realized what was happening.

Jiang Buling had somehow taken control of the bodies of the slain Immortal Honored beings!

But how?

They all recalled the spear that had pierced through the chains of heavenly laws, striking down their companion. It was at that moment that Jiang Buling had taken possession of his body.

What kind of ability was this?

Could it be that Jiang Buling didn't possess a physical body?

However, by all appearances, Jiang Buling seemed to have a corporeal form. If he were merely a soul without a body, how could he possess such power? How could he continue to cultivate and survive in this cruel battlefield?

Rumble!

The remaining Immortal Honored beings, filled with dread, once again summoned the chains of heavenly laws to bind the possessed body of their companion.

Bang!

Suddenly, the body of the Immortal Honored being disintegrated into ashes!

Buzz!

The spear, however, emerged from within the chains of heavenly laws, and Jiang Buling's figure reappeared before them.

"You think you can trap and kill me?" Jiang Buling let out a cold laugh as he thrust his spear forward, unleashing the Extremity Soul Martial Arts.

He had merged with the chains of heavenly laws, assassinated an Immortal Honored being, and used his body as a disguise to strike at the others. This was one of the abilities of the Extremity Soul Martial Arts.

The battle raged on—a brutal slaughter.

From a distance, two figures watched the intense fight, their expressions a mix of excitement and pain.

"He's too strong. Even if we have to offer a lot of treasures, we must get Jiang Buling to join us!" one of them said in a low voice.

"Then let it be him. I hope he agrees," the other replied.

"He must be cultivating an extremely powerful soul technique. That treasure we have might appeal to him," the first speaker said.

"But that treasure is related to the soul, yet it cannot be melted or used. What if he discovers this and refuses?"

"Jiang Buling's soul techniques are undoubtedly formidable, and that treasure might be of use to him. For a freak like him, any powerful treasure is worth trying, even if it's difficult to utilize," the second speaker reasoned.

"Makes sense. Then let's go with Jiang Buling," the first speaker concluded.

After their brief exchange, the two figures continued to watch the battle, awaiting its outcome.

There was no doubt about the outcome of the battle. Despite the assailants' use of numerous treasures and their meticulous planning, and even their desperate attempts to use secret techniques, they could not change their fate.

The last survivor, driven by fear, tried to flee, but a spear strike ended his life, concluding the battle.

All who had participated in the assassination attempt were annihilated, their bodies turning to ashes.

Another battle ended, and Jiang Buling remained calm. However, he knew that this wouldn't be the last fight.

With each battle, the subsequent opponents would be stronger and better prepared. Only when he struck fear into the hearts of countless powerful beings and made all who harbored greed and ambition tremble would this ordeal finally come to an end.

His journey to the Tai Kun Realm would be marked by relentless slaughter.

"The Extremity Soul Martial Arts is inherently a path of slaughter. If that's the case, then I shall sharpen myself through these battles and grow stronger with each kill," Jiang Buling thought, his gaze steady.

He looked up and, with a slight movement, vanished from his current position, reappearing before the two Immortal Honored beings who had been observing the battle.

"Friend Jiang, please hold your hand. We mean you no harm!" the two powerful onlookers said, their faces dripping with cold sweat as they hadn't expected Jiang Buling to notice them.

These two were merely spectators and indeed, had no malicious intentions.

Since they weren't enemies, Jiang Buling, who wasn't one to slaughter the innocent indiscriminately, let them go.

"Friend Jiang, we came here to propose a deal. What do you say?" one of them said.

"A deal?" Jiang Buling's expression turned cold, and he let out a disdainful laugh. "Do you really think I possess some secret technique? The Extremity Soul Martial Arts is not something you mortals can cultivate."

"You misunderstand, friend Jiang. We did not come for your so-called secret technique. We have another proposal in mind," the man quickly clarified.

"I'm not interested!" Jiang Buling shook his head. If they weren't here to trade for his supposed secret technique, then there was nothing to discuss. If they had come for that purpose, he would have pierced them with his spear without hesitation!

"Wait, friend Jiang, wait! The treasure we offer will definitely satisfy you," the man pleaded as Jiang Buling turned to leave.

Jiang Buling paused and looked back, a smile playing on his lips. "What treasure could possibly interest me? Go on, tell me who you are first."

"Of course, of course!" The two Immortal Honored beings heaved a sigh of relief.

The one who had been speaking introduced himself, "To be honest, friend Jiang, we are elders of the Wanbao Alliance. I am Hong Yi, and this is my companion, Hong Er."

The Wanbao Alliance... so they were from the same faction as his second senior brother's enemy.

"So you're elders of the Wanbao Alliance. What is this deal you propose, and what treasure are you offering?" Jiang Buling asked, his eyes narrowing as he voiced his suspicions.

"This time, our Wanbao Alliance is willing to offer a rare soul secret treasure in exchange for your assistance, friend Jiang," Hong Yi said solemnly.

"A soul secret treasure? Ordinary soul secret treasures don't interest me," Jiang Buling replied, his interest piqued nonetheless.

"I understand that, but this particular soul secret treasure is quite unique. Even with our soul power, we were unable to refine it. However, by meditating near the soul secret treasure for an extended period, one can amplify their soul power," Hong Yi explained.

"This soul secret treasure was obtained by hunting a Heavenly True Spirit in the Sky Caves. It is said to be a crystallization of its soul, yet it does not contain Unyielding Qi..." Hong Yi continued, detailing the origins of the treasure.

Jiang Buling's heart stirred at the mention of this unique soul secret treasure. If Immortal Honored beings couldn't utilize it, then as an Extremity Soul Martial Artist, he could certainly harness its power, especially since it didn't contain Unyielding Qi.

Moreover, from Hong Yi's description, this soul secret treasure seemed to possess qualities akin to a special metal. If he could refine it into his Extremity Soul Divine Weapon, it might enhance its power.

"...Friend Jiang, what do you think? Of course, in addition to this soul secret treasure, our Wanbao Alliance will also provide a substantial amount of other treasures. If you have any conditions, feel free to name them," Hong Yi said anxiously, awaiting Jiang Buling's response.

"Your terms are intriguing, and the soul secret treasure has piqued my interest. However, who do you want me to deal with?" Jiang Buling asked, his eyes narrowing.

"We would like you to face Meng Chong, the Heavenly God!" Hong Yi blurted out, his eyes shining with anticipation.

Jiang Buling's expression remained unchanged as his suspicions were confirmed. The Wanbao Alliance had been biding their time, wary of his second senior brother's strength. Now that they had witnessed his own might, they were making their move.

However, what the Wanbao Alliance didn't know was that Meng Chong was his second senior brother, and they were fellow disciples.

"Heavenly God Meng Chong is incredibly powerful. He would be a formidable opponent. Let me consider this," Jiang Buling said, not immediately refusing.

He took out a communication token and contacted his second senior brother.

"Second Senior Brother, the Wanbao Alliance wants me to deal with you. They're offering a soul secret treasure in exchange..." Jiang Buling explained the situation.

"That's great, Fifth Junior Brother. Agree to it, and we'll figure out what to do with the treasure afterward," came the enthusiastic reply.

"But Second Senior Brother, if I agree and then go back on my word, wouldn't that be a bit..." Jiang Buling voiced his concern.

"It's a minor issue. We can just spar afterward, and you can say that you tried your best but couldn't guarantee victory. It's a win-win situation! When they realize they've been tricked, we can just extort more treasures from the Wanbao Alliance," his second senior brother explained, his strategy clearly well-thought-out.

Jiang Buling stared at the communication token, a smile tugging at his lips as he imagined his second senior brother's appearance. It was hard to picture the burly man being so cunning and flexible in his thinking.

Putting away the token, he turned to the anxious Hong Yi and Hong Er, his voice deep and steady, "I can agree to help, but I can't guarantee victory. As you know, Heavenly God Meng Chong's reputation precedes him. I can only promise to do my best.

"Of course, the soul secret treasure must be handed over to me first. Perhaps it will enhance my strength somewhat."

(End of Chapter)

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