Chapter 49: Faceless Mask
Chapter 49: Faceless Mask
The massive blood-red treasure sword, with its formidable power, was not to be taken lightly, even in the Divine Realm.
Not to mention, Qi Yuan, with his With You Armor, was at level 95.
According to the Moonward Continent's classification, this was already considered the late Divine Realm stage; with just a little more progress, he would become a titan.
But suddenly, a massive wave of energy toppled the trees, and hundreds of Robe Monsters lost their souls, becoming nourishment for the Death Radiance.
With a single sword strike, Qi Yuan's experience skyrocketed, while the Ugly Robe Beast King's body became somewhat disheveled.
On its huge claws, several black nails were shattered, revealing raw flesh.
The Ugly Robe Beast King seemed devoid of intelligence, unconcerned about the pain of its injuries, and continued to charge at Qi Yuan.
"It seems today we'll not only determine who's superior but also decide our lives!"
Qi Yuan wielded the giant sword with perfect stability, as if it were an extension of his body.
He felt like he could cleave a mountain with a single strike.
Of course, he wasn't referring to the mountains within the forbidden zone.
The terrain here was somewhat unique.
With each sword swing, the wind and clouds stirred.
The minor skill, Tear Robe, which he had activated, was especially effective against the Ugly Robe Beast King and the Robe Monsters.
Tear Robe had a bonus effect against clothes and armor, breaking through their defenses.
And the Ugly Robe Beast King, being made of clothes, was like washing clothes when they bathed.
Tear Robe didn't tear their robes but their actual bodies.
On the Ugly Robe Beast King's face, a black and white mask showed no expression.
The sharp treasure sword clashed with the beast's eerie claws, creating a deafening collision.
The claws were shattered, and the flesh torn open, revealing a chilling white skeleton.
"You still have bones?" Qi Yuan was a bit surprised.
The Ugly Robe Beast King remained silent, its terrifying mask fixed on him.
The eerie silence of the Robe Forbidden Zone made this scene all the more chilling.
The two clashed once more.
Countless Robe Monsters throughout the zone were shaken by the aftermath of their battle.
The Ugly Robe Beast King's injuries became more severe, making it look pitiful.
In contrast, Qi Yuan grew more courageous with each clash.
Looking at the Robe Forbidden Zone, now almost in ruins, Qi Yuan held the treasure sword, which had shrunk in size.
"This place will soon take on my shape; I can't destroy it further."
He prepared to end this pointless battle.
A domineering move!
Heaven-Splitting Sword Technique!
The simultaneous use of these two skills was his most powerful attack in his normal state.
Boom!
The blood-red treasure sword thrust towards the Ugly Robe Beast King.
To Qi Yuan's surprise, the Ugly Robe Beast King either dodged too late or intentionally didn't dodge, allowing Qi Yuan's terrifying strike to pierce its chest.
It stared at Qi Yuan, its expressionless clown mask revealing a hint of relieved smile.
This strike had extinguished all its life force.
Its body slumped.
In the air, a layer of human skin floated.
A faceless mask also fell to the ground.
Qi Yuan looked at the mask, feeling a surge of unexplainable sorrow.
He picked up the faceless mask, and images flashed through his mind.
"You are the most talented in your clan, with the potential to reach the Heavenly Realm!"
"However, as the Heavenly Demon patrols the Moonward Continent, you must hide your identity and talent!"
"This is the Faceless Mask. From now on, you will wear this mask and leave your clan."
"One day, when you attain the Supreme Overlord level, you will enter the Four Forbidden Zones!"
"Remember, remember, do not venture into the Heavenly Realm outside!"
Qi Yuan saw an ordinary-looking boy, with a face that was merely passable, put on the faceless mask, abandoned his name, and forgot his past.
But when he arrived at the Robe Forbidden Zone and stepped into the Heavenly Realm, what awaited him was a fishing line descending from the sky.
In an instant, all his blood and energy were drained, leaving only a human skin attached to a Robe Monster.
Zhi Yuan couldn't help but look up at the sky.
"Fish Line?"
"Heavenly Demon?"
He recalled the invitation to the Demon Extermination Conference.
"The big boss of this world has some powerful moves."
He gazed at the human skin.
"Even NPCs have some humanity."
"If I kill him, I'll reach level 91, and level 92 is not far off."
He picked up the faceless mask and wore it.
Just then, a notification sounded in Zhi Yuan's ear.
[Robe Forbidden Zone instance cleared. Rewards obtained.]
[Reward 1: Polluted Celestial Path Fragment10.]
[Reward 2: Control over the Garment Division Imperial Army.]
"Polluted Celestial Path Fragment?"
69 Book Bar
Zhi Yuan was stunned.
In Xuan Yuan Jin, he hadn't encountered such an issue.
The Celestial Path Fragment there was intact.
Zhi Yuan immediately thought of the Fish Line hanging from the sky, the scene where the predecessor of the Ugly Robe Monster King was drained.
"So, this forbidden zone... has been polluted by the so-called Heavenly Demon?"
"I must kill the Heavenly Demon to obtain the complete Celestial Path Fragment."
"However, according to the records on the invitation, the Heavenly Demon is in Earth's End.
To obtain the complete Celestial Path Fragment, one must venture to Earth's End."
"It's not a big deal, it just means I can't fully control the Robe Forbidden Zone."
This meant he couldn't establish rules for the Robe Forbidden Zone, like allowing entry through a ladder.
"No, I've spent too much mental energy today. I need to log off quickly." After the battle, Zhi Yuan was uninjured, but his mental energy was severely depleted.
Death Radiance's recovery couldn't replenish the mental energy consumed by gaming.
Staying in the game for too long would cause considerable harm to his real-life self.
Zhi Yuan embraced Xiao Jia, and this time, instead of digging a hole, they both lay down together.
...
In the imperial palace, the lights were bright.
The imperial army surrounded the palace, creating a tense and solemn atmosphere.
What surprised Jin Li was that today, after she summoned Kong Qi, Duke of Guo also requested an audience, expressing dissatisfaction with Sima Ting.
Jin Li understood the implications of his words.
But she couldn't leave.
Late into the night, she tossed and turned.
The only thing that could lift her spirits was a conversation with Zhi Yuan.
Unfortunately, it was already late, and Zhi Yuan hadn't sent any messages yet.
She wondered how he was doing in the Robe Forbidden Zone.
She didn't know if she could survive this crisis.
The Ancient Ji Chun Wood was visible but out of reach.
Just then, a faint light flashed across the Lustrous Jade Tide.
Jin Li loosened her grip on it and looked at the message inside.
"I have some good news! I've conquered the Robe Forbidden Zone!"
"The Robe Forbidden Zone is mine!"
"I need to log off now. I've spent too much energy today. I'll explore other forbidden zones tomorrow."
Upon reading this, Jin Li felt a weight lift from her heart.
The Robe Forbidden Zone had finally been conquered by Zhi Yuan.
"Be careful," Jin Li sent, feeling her face grow warm.
She recalled how her subordinates in the Lady Imperial Army would whisper to their husbands, just as she was doing now.
She thought of her recent predicament, which she had wanted to confide in Zhi Yuan.
But seeing that Zhi Yuan seemed tired, she decided to wait until he rested before telling him.
Just then, the Lustrous Jade Tide flashed again.
"Little Jin Li, I have a brilliant plan to help stabilize Nan Qian. Do you want to hear it or not?"
(End of Chapter)
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