Chapter 467: Are You Scared? (5K)

Chapter 467: Are You Scared? (5K)



"Huh!"

The sudden appearance of the Azure Rhino Demon caught the elite water tribe off guard.

The eighth level of Returning to Emptiness required a vast amount of heavenly resources to cultivate, and the territory it occupied was certainly not small.

It was rare for a powerful cultivator to suddenly emerge without anyone knowing about them.

The fact that even the powerful Water Moon Trading Alliance, which had spread throughout Southern Hong, had failed to hire a single cultivator at the eighth level of Returning to Emptiness, was a telling sign.

Such important news had somehow eluded them completely.

But even after one of the Pavilion's powerful cultivators had fallen, these water tribe demons managed to suppress their shock and showed no signs of retreat.

Instead, their gazes grew even colder.

They stared intently at the black-robed figure within the grand formation.

After a moment, the remaining eleven demons simultaneously dove into the churning waters below the surface.

They came and left in a hurry.

For a moment, the entire floating island was enveloped in silence.

"Are they retreating?"

Numerous cultivators from the Water Moon Trading Alliance looked out in bewilderment, their hearts still racing as they exhaled.

Within a short time, two ships had been destroyed, causing some to feel anxious.

"..."

Wen Qiujin carefully examined the injuries of the attendant and ordered others to send him back to the Alliance for treatment with the best treasures.

Seeing this, he frowned and shouted at Shen Yi, "Immortal, quickly recall the Spirit Puppet!"

Wen Qiujin was skilled at reading people's expressions, and the demons' behavior before diving into the water didn't seem like they were giving up.

Even the Chen family members remained vigilant.

They had also guessed the identity of these demons.

Dragon Fish Pavilion!

It was the water tribe that had lost its Pavilion Master's only daughter to Shen Zongzhu's sword in the Chen family.

Despite knowing that the Seven Sons of Southern Hong were involved, they still dared to attack with their entire tribe, clearly prepared for an all-out battle!

Indeed, just as the Azure Rhino Demon coldly surveyed the water's surface, a loud rumble echoed.

Dozens of thick water columns shot into the sky, their power so immense that it almost capsized the entire floating island.

The Azure Rhino Demon stomped its hooves, and its formidable cultivation burst forth. Amidst the perilous waves, it stood like a massive green jade mountain, unmoving.

Battling over ten great demons alone, it showed no signs of weakness!

This was the dual suppression of cultivation level and bloodline.

However, at that moment, over ten silver-white chains suddenly shot out from the water columns. The ends were cone-shaped, familiar to Shen Yi, but compared to the cones used to restrain Yang Lin, these were clearly made of much more precious materials.

Click, click—

These exquisitely crafted cone-shaped treasures collided with the Azure Rhino Demon's body.

Its skin slightly crumbled, revealing a stone-like texture.

"Roar!"

The Azure Rhino Demon let out a furious roar, flipped its large hand, and wrapped the dozen chains around its armpit. With a crisp sound, the chains tightened, and the figures within the water columns were pulled out, stumbling.

The scene unfolded before the eyes of those on the floating island below.

Their hearts pounded fiercely.

The Azure Rhino Demon's demon body alone displayed such formidable power! Wen Qiujin's face paled for the first time; even with his composure, he couldn't help but exclaim, "The Dragon Palace's Mystic Chains!"

While these chains might not necessarily represent the Dragon Palace, the fact that they were used indicated that the water tribe was at least on good terms with the Dragon Palace. At the very least, they had the qualifications to enter the palace and pay respects.

The Water Moon Trading Alliance, which relied on water and land for sustenance, had inexplicably clashed with such a powerful force.

At that moment, a massive figure suddenly emerged from the turbulent waters—a golden fish with a hideous bump on its forehead, resembling a carp but with a dragon's beard.

It slammed into the chest of the Azure Rhino Demon.

Under the immense force, the Azure Rhino Demon's mountainous body was sent flying backward, out of control.

The Elder Dragon Fish instantly transformed into an old man with a white beard, holding the Mystic Chains that filled the sky. He frantically stabbed the cones at the Azure Rhino Demon.

Crack! Crack!

The Azure Rhino Demon's indestructible stone body shattered, and the Mystic Chains pierced through its limbs and abdomen.

Both were at the eighth level of Returning to Emptiness.

Yet, one had remained hidden, never revealing its presence, even when its generals were killed, showing no signs of its aura.

All for a decisive strike against the enemy.

The remaining ten water tribe members unleashed their innate divine abilities, and their auras surged once more.

Holding the Mystic Chains, they slowly dragged the Azure Rhino Demon into the water!

The withered old man, his white beard flying, pressed his palm firmly on the Azure Rhino Demon's forehead, pushing it underwater. At the same time, he turned his gaze towards Shen Yi on the shore.

His eyes remained calm, and his voice was steady, "This is just a small interest payment. As long as you stay here for a day, not a single person from the Water Moon Trading Alliance will be able to leave... Huh... I know that no one will come to your rescue."

"Immortal, stay calm!"

Wen Qiujin stepped forward and grabbed Shen Yi's wrist.

As a merchant, he understood certain matters more clearly. No matter how precious the Spirit Puppet was, it couldn't compare to the value of a life.

After speaking, he looked up at the sky, "Please, everyone, do your best to help it escape. Wen Qiujin will be eternally grateful!"

As the leader of the Water Moon Trading Alliance, Wen Qiujin's 'eternal gratitude' would undoubtedly be generous enough to astonish even late-stage Returning to Emptiness cultivators.

However, the six cultivators in the air hesitated.

They were paid attendants, responsible for protecting the Water Moon Trading Alliance... but this did not include opposing the Dragon Palace.

To put it bluntly, even the Seven Sons of Southern Hong would have to give face to the Dragon Palace.

Compared to such a formidable power, their cultivation at the seventh level of Returning to Emptiness was insignificant.

"..."

Wen Qiujin, understanding the attendants' thoughts, sighed and then changed his tone, "If you're unwilling, then please stop the Immortal from the Nanyang Sect!"

Young cultivators like Shen Yi, despite their high cultivation and solid foundation, were prone to impulsiveness and a sense of pride.

This is a common flaw among the Immortal Sect's Tyros.

From the moment he walked out on his own, one could see Shen Yi's character.

At this moment, a way out must be given, and it's best to avoid an irreversible situation.

"We obey your command."

Several Late Phase Return to Void offering cultivators turned their gazes towards the figure below, "Immortal, please listen to a word of advice from Alliance Master Wen."

"..."

Shen Yi quietly stared at the Green Rhino being dragged into the water, only its head remaining above the surface.

Until this moment, a barely perceptible trace of urgency finally flashed across the elder Dragon Fish's eyes.

In the instant of capturing this urgency.

Shen Yi finally took a step forward, the other party really wanted him to leave, and if there was still a backup plan, at this time, they should have already launched an attack on the floating island.

It seems that today, only the Dragon Fish Pavilion had come.

In the blink of an eye, under the watchful eyes of the six offering cultivators, the black-robed figure suddenly disappeared in place.

As they stood in shock and uncertainty, instinctively searching for Shen Yi's whereabouts.

The next moment, all the cultivators on the floating island saw a sudden golden sea of fire occupying the sky!

It seemed like the Heavenly Phoenix was crying out, carrying endless malevolence.

The summoned Blood Sea Demon Palace towered at five hundred meters, four stories high, filled with purple intent, making the Nine Demons resemble immortal beasts, indifferently overlooking the world.

The crimson figure on the meditation cushion slightly waved the dusting brush.

Three strands of Primordial Purple Qi descended upon the mortal realm.

The sea of fire resembled the evening glow, with golden and purple rays intertwining, creating a heavenly immortal landscape.

The tall, black-robed figure emerged from the sea of fire.

His eyes shimmered with purple-gold.

With each step, he disappeared again in place.

"Heh."

Wen Qiujin's face changed for the second time, this was not the vast aura a fourth-layer Return to Void should possess.

And that purple aura tinged with the evening glow, without any impurities, was the Heavenly Palace, a scene he had never seen in his life.

The remaining six offering cultivators also stood frozen in place.

Blocking this Immortal... seemed even more difficult than helping the Green Rhino Demon escape its predicament.

From the moment Shen Yi took a step, until now, it was just a matter of a few breaths.

The group of water demons pulling the Mystic Chains, their expressions instantly became solemn, but they still couldn't grasp Shen Yi's true whereabouts.

As they searched with all their might.

One of the Return to Void seventh-layer old demons suddenly felt a chill down its spine.

It turned around in a hurry and saw a handsome face close by, those emotionless purple-gold eyes seemed to contain Dao intent, favored by heaven and earth, incarnated in the mortal realm.

Unable to find the one who had fled.

In the instant he raised his palm, it seemed to declare its demise.

It seemed like he had only struck out once.

But the old water demon felt its entire body riddled with flaws and endured a heavy blow.

Puff, puff, puff—

Before the old water demon could release the Mystic Chains, the armor on its body exploded with a boom.

It was known that even without the identity markings, they wouldn't want to exchange this armor, enough to prove its preciousness. For other cultivators, just breaking this silver armor would consume a lot of effort.

The old demon felt its body torn apart, and its demon body bled profusely.

Instinctively, it released one hand from the Mystic Chains, wanting to resist, it mustered all its strength to slap towards the figure in front, but it slapped the air, only to see the black robe slowly dissipating.

In the air, only a wisp of disdainful ridicule remained.

Like a tiger toying with a lamb, with a hint of cruelty added to the playfulness.

"..."

Amidst the laughter, the old demon's vigilant eyes suddenly became bewildered.

It seemed to see countless figures, all calm and composed, as they raised their palms, occupying its entire field of vision.

Where was the vitality?

The old demon stimulated its blood, causing its body to swell by six feet, and with its mighty power, each punch cracked open the ocean, and the surging demon energy swept across the sky.

Until its body was hollow.

But the figures in its eyes didn't decrease, instead, they increased, and those purple-gold eyes carried a hint of pity.

Then, they all turned into an indifferent expression.

A fair palm reached out from behind it, and without haste, the palm blade slashed its throat.

As the old demon fell downwards, Shen Yi's face finally appeared from behind.

"Huh."

Shen Yi gently rubbed his eyebrows with his fingers, feeling the golden flame.

He felt a bit helpless about the laughter that echoed in his mind.

Although it didn't affect him much, it was still a bit annoying.

However, his expression, as seen by others, caused all living beings to fall silent, except for the hissing sound of the ocean beneath the golden flame.

The demon blood on the youth's fingers was inadvertently wiped onto the golden flame on his eyebrows.

Adding a touch of malevolence to the immortal aura.

Hence, when he turned to look at the second demon, that experienced water demon suddenly felt its heart racing, and instinctively threw away the Mystic Chains in its hand.

Originally, there were twelve great demons, but now one less demon was holding the chains, and now two more were gone.

The Green Rhino, which had already sunk into the water, suddenly rose several zhang above.

"..."

The Dragon Fish Pavilion Lord's face turned from joy to stillness.

It had indeed lured Shen Yi out, but the situation seemed different from what was expected.

As the elder Dragon Fish exerted more force, wanting to forcefully suppress the Green Rhino, the sixth-layer Return to Void demon clearly had a significant gap in strength compared to the fallen water demon.

It could even be said that it had no power to resist and was slain on the spot.

"Old bastard, are you panicking?"

The Green Rhino grinned and looked up, turning the tables, and suddenly clamped down on the bearded dragon elder.

"Damn you!" The Dragon Fish Pavilion Lord and the Green Rhino had similar cultivation levels and bloodlines.

With the help of numerous elite warriors and the immense effectiveness of the Xuanji Rope, he was able to easily suppress his opponent.

At this moment, all the aquatic creatures present were shocked, and even the Xuanji Rope was almost unable to hold on.

It wanted to break free, but for a moment, it was at a stalemate, and it couldn't help but feel furious.

It watched helplessly as the black-robed figure swiftly reaped the lives of the aquatic creatures.

In an instant, it seemed as if Shen Yi's presence filled the entire sky.

With the blessing of the Heavenly Transformation Nine-Nine, the numerous aquatic creatures were unable to truly harm him.

This was the overwhelming power of Heaven's Pride over ordinary cultivators.

It was a fundamental difference in their understanding of techniques.

In their eyes, cultivation was completely different.

Since they couldn't harm him... their annihilation was just a matter of time, whether fast or slow.

What's more terrifying was that Shen Yi was different from other Heaven's Pride. Their techniques were powerful but also extremely exhausting, while Shen Yi didn't bother using techniques at all and didn't care about speed. He simply relied on his spirit body to overpower them, and even now, he still seemed to have plenty of strength left.

"Let go of me!"

The Dragon Fish Pavilion Lord finally panicked and tried to break free, but he couldn't tell who was restraining whom.

It revealed its true form again.

Its massive tail furiously slammed towards the Green Rhino.

However, when it saw the falling debris, it stared at the Green Rhino's distorted and mocking face, and suddenly remembered... that it was just a spirit puppet!

The Green Rhino's emotions were too obvious, causing the Dragon Fish Pavilion Lord to overlook this fact.

It was actually fighting for its life against a puppet and wanted to scare it away, which was utterly absurd.

"This..."

The numerous attendants on the floating island had already realized the change in the situation and were ready to assist.

But seeing the scene before them, they felt superfluous...

One person and one puppet were enough to suppress this group of powerful aquatic creatures, making them unable to raise their heads.

"Plop."

Zhang Wei and Li Hua, who had heard the news, stood there in shock, staring at the scene before them.

Suddenly, they remembered Shen Yi's calm demeanor during their previous encounter.

No wonder he was so composed... For him, the previous incident was probably just child's play, purely a way to earn more from the Treasure Flower Fairy.

Senior Shen Yi was indeed a shrewd businessman.

Zhang Wei recalled his own feigned anger towards the young cultivator and suddenly felt ashamed.

He had wasted all these years.

Finally, as the ocean turned crimson, the group of aquatic demons and monsters, who had exhausted themselves trying to surround and kill Shen Yi, fell into the water one after another, and were then effortlessly stored inside his finger ring.

Until only Shen Yi remained in the air.

"Roar!"

Freed from the restraint of the Xuanji Rope, the Green Rhino abruptly flipped over and landed on the Dragon Fish, which was stirring up the sea. With its shattered arms, it punched repeatedly at the bump on the Dragon Fish's forehead.

The phantom clones in the sky disappeared.

Shen Yi turned back, looking slightly weary. The purple intent in his eyes dimmed, and the golden flames flickered, as if a gentle breeze could disperse them.

The consumption of his spirit body wasn't too significant. With his experience in slaying demons, every ounce of his strength was used precisely.

But the Primordial Purple Qi was not infinite.

It also needed time to recover.

Without the blessing of the Purple Qi, he was just a spirit body cultivator comparable to the sixth layer of Returning to Emptiness. Even with the Heavenly Transformation Nine-Nine, fighting a seventh-layer ordinary aquatic creature was challenging, let alone facing ten of them.

Fortunately, this time, it was still within his control.

Shen Yi stepped forward and appeared in front of the elder Dragon Fish.

The Heavenly Transformation Nine-Nine was once again unleashed to its full potential.

The Dragon Fish Pavilion Lord leaped high, trying to avoid the youth, but there was no escape in front of him.

Its two fish eyes bulged.

Its scales shone with golden light, making its eyes resemble two precious pearls.

The purple-golden light in its vision gradually dissipated.

It fiercely charged towards the void in front, and in front of the bump on its forehead, a powerful white palm suddenly appeared.

"..."

Shen Yi silently watched the Dragon Fish.

Under the wide sleeves, to others, there seemed nothing unusual, but in reality, all the bones in its arm had shattered.

It was only maintained by the vitality energy emitted by the Phoenix Immortal Body.

The Heavenly Transformation Nine-Nine was broken for the first time.

"Dare to block me again! I'll make you regret it!"

The Green Rhino went insane, using its fists as hammers, and relentlessly slammed them onto the bump on the Dragon Fish's forehead: "I'll hit you! It's your honor, you son of a bitch! Block! Come on! Block!"

It didn't care about its palms cracking and showed no fear of death.

Under the hammering that could split mountains and shatter the sea...

The Dragon Fish Pavilion Lord's mind was focused on Shen Yi, leaving no room for reaction. It was immediately hammered, causing its head to split open, and its red blood splattered along with its white jade-like bones.

"Still blocking?"

The Green Rhino's eyes turned red with killing intent, and it continuously rammed its horn into the Dragon Fish.

Until the ocean turned dark red, and the Dragon Fish's massive body weakly sank into the water.

The Green Rhino grabbed its scales: "Speak! I want you to speak! Kowtow and thank me!"

"..."

Shen Yi stood in mid-air, looking at the Dragon Fish, which had already lost its life. Even the panel prompt had appeared, indicating that it couldn't speak anymore.

Obviously, the Green Rhino was originally not very old, and after being infused with more than twenty demon origins, its mind had become a little abnormal.

Shen Yi didn't bother with many words and directly stored the Green Rhino's tranquilizing stone in his forehead, using the Dao Palace to nurture its broken stone body.

He also stored the Dragon Fish Pavilion Lord's corpse into his finger ring, including more than ten Xuanji Ropes.

After doing all this,

Shen Yi turned and landed back on the floating island.

The bloody aura on his body spread throughout the Water Moon Trading Alliance.

The golden flames faded.

He still maintained his handsome and calm appearance.

However, everyone around him looked at Shen Yi with a hint of strange fear in their eyes.

(End of Chapter)

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