Chapter 583: Once in This City, All Will Bow to Me—Martial Immortal's Battle Intent Can Slay You Even Without Reaching Nirvana [Request for Monthly Votes]

Chapter 583: Once in This City, All Will Bow to Me—Martial Immortal's Battle Intent Can Slay You Even Without Reaching Nirvana [Request for Monthly Votes]

Dense black fog exploded and spread incessantly.

Shi Shaokai's cicada-patterns burned, his eyes blazing with a scorching light. He stood where Li Che's Overlord avatar had been, his powerful Immortal Will surging forth.

With his first move, he unleashed his full strength, directly shattering the Overlord avatar and extinguishing it on the spot!

Shi Shaokai clasped his palms together, his monk's robe billowing in the wind.

No one had expected Shi Shaokai to make a move, and Li Che, focused on facing the Nirvana Celestial Kings sealing the void, had not paid attention to his Overlord avatar.

Thus, Shi Shaokai's attack caught the avatar off guard. The avatar instinctively attempted to defend itself but could not withstand Shi Shaokai, who had unleashed his Immortality Ace. As a young emperor, Shi Shaokai had already pushed the Dao Cutting Realm to its limits, almost reaching the Nirvana level, ready to tread the path of the Nine Netherworlds.

Therefore, his combat prowess was extremely formidable. The Overlord avatar, caught unprepared, was shattered in an instant!

Shi Shaokai coldly stared at Li Che, who wore a white jade mask in the void.

"Ksitigarbha is the Cang Che Immortal Hand!"

His words rang like thunder throughout Doutian City.

The Golden Crane King's eyes instantly turned blood-red, and an overwhelming sword aura erupted from him, slicing through the surrounding void as if it were boiling. The terrifying sword momentum surged down, overwhelming the sky!

"So, it's you!"

"Ksitigarbha! As I suspected! That weapon rack... you tampered with it! You stole my Ruyi Golden Staff! You deserve to die!"

The Golden Crane King let out a long, mournful howl, his golden hair flying wildly, and his eyes emitting two sharp beams of sword energy that pierced the clouds, shattering them!

The terrifying Nirvana Celestial King's primordial will surged forth, rushing toward Li Che!

However, Li Che was unwilling to engage the Golden Crane King in a life-or-death battle.

As Shi Shaokai shattered the Overlord avatar, Ji Shaohao's eyes on the bronze city wall suddenly sharpened, focusing on Xi Xi's figure.

Not just Ji Shaohao, but many others had guessed Xi Xi's identity.

She was likely Yulian's Daughter!

Bang!

The void exploded, countless streams of energy surging. Ji Shaohao moved instantaneously, three Dao Cutting patterns intertwining, and a vast Aura of Power surged down.

A large hand reached out, grabbing for Xi Xi.

"You came to me, Yulian's Daughter!"

Regardless of whether Xi Xi was truly Yulian's Daughter, Ji Shaohao would choose to act at this moment!

There was no reason not to act, even if he couldn't kill Yulian's Daughter, he could still capture her!

Ji Shaohao needed to confirm Xi Xi's identity, even with her mask on.

In fact, Ji Shaohao was both shocked and furious. Though he had calmly deduced Xi Xi's identity, the heartache and fear he felt could not be suppressed.

After all, he had placed his hopes in Ksitigarbha, hoping Ksitigarbha would help him obtain the Qitian Divine Pill!

If Ksitigarbha had tampered with the Qitian Divine Pill, Ji Shaohao might not have noticed, and he would have been doomed to suffer countless calamities!

Moreover, he realized that his Dao Essence Crystals and Two-Saint Divine Crystals had all been... wasted!

Given to the Cang Che Immortal Hand, it was the same as feeding them to a dog!

The pain was real!

So many resources, a significant loss for Ji Shaohao!

But if he could capture Yulian's Daughter and gain control over her, even if it wouldn't guarantee him control over the God Tide, it would certainly increase his chances!

Boom!

As Ji Shaohao moved, Cang Yuan, standing beside Xi Xi, froze, his face turning red.

Without hesitation, he took a step forward.

He let out a thunderous roar!

"Ahhh—!!"

He forcibly withstood Ji Shaohao's overwhelming Aura of Power, which felt like it was tearing his bones and shattering his entire body!

But he did not retreat, standing resolutely in front of Xi Xi.

Cang Yuan was all too clear that the present Canglan Ancient Village was now completely tied to Ksitigarbha, leaving him with no way out.

Since he was by Yulian's Daughter's side, he had to step forward and block.

He could not do nothing.

Cang Yuan was bewildered at this moment, never having expected that the person masquerading as the Cang Che Immortal Hand was actually Ksitigarbha!

Ksitigarbha, a Nirvana Celestial King, was a terrifying existence that even the young emperors of the three major divine factions had to approach with caution!

Confusion aside, once he regained his senses, his resolve was ironclad. He had to step forward, even if it meant... death!

This was his stance toward Ksitigarbha!

"Scram!"

Ji Shaohao’s eyes blazed with intense killing intent, and the void seemed to freeze, forming a claw that showed no mercy, aiming to crush Cang Yuan into pieces!

A mere Second Path God was no match for Ji Shaohao!

Cang Yuan’s body seemed ready to explode, his flesh oozing blood, making him look utterly wretched.

Yet, despite his wretched state, his bones twisted and his body wracked with pain, he did not retreat a single step.

Like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, like an ant trying to shake a tree!

He was determined to defend Yulian's Daughter with his life!

Boom—!!

Cang Yuan felt a sudden lightness, as if facing death had shattered the chains in his heart.

However, when he opened his eyes, he was surprised to see a figure in black robes standing in front of him.

Li Che clenched his fingers into a fist and thrust it out, blocking Ji Shaohao’s palm with sheer force!

In the void, the Golden Crane King’s terrifying sword slash cut through the sky, leaving a wound that took a long time to heal.

But the sword slash missed its mark!

Under the seal of the five Nirvana Heavenly Kings, Li Che effortlessly broke through the defenses and appeared beside Yulian's Daughter.

Under his white jade mask, Li Che’s eyes were calm and unflinching.

For him, the only challenge was the Heaven-Sealing Fan, a Divine Armament that sealed the void, making it difficult for Li Che to use the Thunder Shift to escape without a period of preparation.

This preparation time was enough for the Nirvana Heavenly Kings to launch a deadly attack.

However, within the Doutian Palace City, Li Che moved with ease, still able to use the Thunder Shift. With a single thought, he could appear beside Xi Xi, or even take her into Mo Cheng Fengdu for protection.

This was the confidence that allowed Li Che to bring Xi Xi along, ensuring the utmost protection for his daughter!

The only time Li Che felt truly threatened was when he was inside the Doutian Furnace.

The Doutian Furnace itself was a powerful space-sealing Divine Armament, combined with the Heaven-Sealing Fan and the will of Laojun, a Celestial Immortal, to suppress him.

This prevented Li Che from using the Thunder Shift to escape in time.

If Xi Xi were to face a threat at that moment, Li Che would have to find another way to save her.

But now, everything had changed.

With Qitian donning the Qitian Armor and restoring to peak condition, he kicked over the Doutian Furnace, eliminating the greatest threat to the Thunder Shift.

Xi Xi’s safety was now more secure than ever!

A terrifying shockwave spread out, and Ji Shaohao’s eyes narrowed. The collision of Li Che’s fist and his palm sent a mountain-toppling, sea-splitting force surging through him!

Li Che’s Mortal Saint Body had reached 90%, making his physical strength incredibly powerful.

Even a Third Path God was no match for him, and he dared to clash head-on.

Boom—!!

A brilliant Divine Light erupted from Ji Shaohao’s brow!

"Senior Dizang, you really have... kept this a secret from me!" Ji Shaohao said coldly, as three Path Seals appeared on his body, and a terrifying Immortal Will erupted from his back!

The Immortal Will stretched out, anger pouring forth, and Ji Shaohao revealed his full Young Emperor power, which, when fully unleashed, was no less formidable than Shi Shaokai’s Sovereign avatar that had been destroyed.

However, Li Che was not willing to tangle with Ji Shaohao for long.

He quickly understood Ji Shaohao’s intent.

To stall for time, giving the five Nirvana Heavenly Kings the chance to launch an attack.

Ji Shaohao might not be able to defeat Ksitigarbha, but with his Young Emperor abilities, he could stimulate his First Generation Immortal Bloodline to forcibly block Ksitigarbha.

If he could delay, Ksitigarbha, being alone, would be at a disadvantage when surrounded by five Heavenly Kings!

Although Nuwa was holding back Laojun and Qitian was fighting three Earth Immortals, the overall lineup favored the opposition!

Indeed!

The conflict had undoubtedly escalated.

It was no longer a matter for one faction. When Qitian broke free and Ksitigarbha emerged, it turned into a battle between the various god factions!

It became a suppression campaign by the three major god factions against the Yulian faction!

Moreover...

Yulian's Daughter was present!

Even Ji Shaohao, Shi Shaokai, and others saw this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

To slay Qitian and Ksitigarbha in front of Yulian's Daughter, hang their heads on the walls of the Doutian Palace City, and drive her into a fury of endless madness.

Once Yulian's Daughter accepts the Prison Lotus Curse, her deviated destiny will return to its rightful path.

The eighth God Tide will officially begin its final phase, preparing for the rise of the ninth God Tide!

Once the ninth God Tide concludes, the many Immortals will achieve transcendence, attaining true immortality and surpassing the Will of Heaven and Earth!

Hum—

Nine Dragon Cataclysmic Qi instantly erupted from Li Che’s body.

It transformed into furious azure dragons, swirling around him, roaring through the heavens.

Ji Shaohao’s figure darted forward, unwilling to let Ksitigarbha retreat!

This was a once-in-a-thousand-years opportunity, and he had to seize it. The qitian divine pill might be out of reach, or at least delayed, but capturing Yulian's Daughter would still be a great opportunity!

Li Che cast a faint glance at Ji Shaohao.

Huangtian Tower was also thrown out, the two divine artifacts towering like mountains in front of Ji Shaohao, instantly blocking his path.

However, in this brief moment,

the Golden Crane King from the inner city and the four Nirvana Heaven Kings of the Obscure Heavenly Court all charged out!

Rumble—

Within the city, countless buildings collapsed, and one after another, cultivators fled in panic, not daring to get too close, fearing they would be killed by the aftershocks!

Bang—!!

Li Che lifted Huangtian Tower, pushing it skyward to face the five Nirvana Heaven Kings.

Five beams of divine light, manifestations of their primordial wills, collided with Huangtian Tower, causing its light to dim instantly.

But it also blocked the five Nirvana Heaven Kings’ deadly attacks for Li Che!

To have divine artifacts at his disposal was already more than enough for Li Che.

Hum—

Li Che appeared beside the bloodied Cang Yuan and Xi Xi.

Xi Xi looked up, her eyes filled with obvious excitement.

Li Che gently ruffled Xi Xi’s hair.

In the next moment, a black vortex appeared behind Xi Xi.

It was the entrance to Ink City Fengdu.

On the other side, Cang Yuan, still in shock, was directly swallowed by the black vortex and taken into Fengdu.

“Stay!”

Ji Shaohao’s eyes narrowed, filled with madness and coldness!

Tricked into giving his Dao Essence Crystal and divine crystals, and betrayed his trust and enthusiasm, and he just wanted to leave like this?!

“Yulian's Daughter! Stay for this Young Emperor!”

Ji Shaohao roared.

His body transformed into a river of light, surging upward, aiming to shatter the black vortex of Ink City Fengdu that was about to engulf Xi Xi!

The Nine Dragon Cataclysmic Qi was torn open, creating a massive pit, unable to stop Ji Shaohao’s advance!

However, the vortex of Ink City Fengdu swirled, swallowing both Li Che and Xi Xi simultaneously.

Ji Shaohao’s eyes bulged, and he roared incessantly.

His palms slammed down, the Immortality God Emperor bloodline within him burning intensely!

He seemed to transform into the Will of Heaven and Earth, unleashing a force of profound essence!

Boom—

Ji Shaohao appeared almost instantaneously within the black vortex of Ink City Fengdu.

He reached out to grab Xi Xi, and then, along with Li Che and Xi Xi, was swallowed by the black vortex.

Boom!

The black vortex disappeared with a "pop"!

The Huangtian Tower in the sky also vanished, and the five Nirvana Heaven Kings stood mid-air.

Their terrifying attacks shattered the space, and the ground of Doutian Palace City was cut with shocking cracks!

The Golden Crane King’s hair stood on end, sword qi pouring down like a waterfall, and his body covered in sword feathers.

“Ah—!!”

Gone!

Ksitigarbha!

The damned Ksitigarbha!

The Golden Crane King’s sword light raged, dancing wildly, as if on the verge of mental collapse.

The terrifying sword light, without any restraint, swept through, and many onlookers were directly cut to pieces, their blood spraying, and divine spirits wailing!

The entire Doutian Palace City became a terrifying battlefield.

A thick, pungent smell of blood filled the air!

“Brother Golden Crane! Calm down!”

“Golden Crane Heaven King, stop your sword! We still have a chance! We still have a chance!”

“Golden Crane, stop!”

The other four Nirvana Heaven Kings all changed color, trying to withstand the Golden Crane King’s rampant sword light while shouting loudly!

"There’s no way Ksitigarbha can escape this void!"

"Master’s Heaven-Sealing Fan has locked down Doutian Palace City. Ksitigarbha can’t escape; he must emerge from the void. Stay calm!"

Hearing this, the fury in the Golden Crane King’s eyes gradually dissipated.

Behind him, sword feathers floated, transforming into countless beams of sword light. His gaze was fixed intently on the void.

In an instant, the sword light burst forth.

Dense beams of sword light swirled and cut into the void, as if trying to tear it apart!

However, the void quickly healed, making it impossible to locate Mo Cheng Fengdu’s hiding place.

"Finding Ksitigarbha’s hiding spot isn’t that easy..."

"The void is vast and boundless. Ksitigarbha could have hidden Yulian’s Daughter in a spot as small as a grain of sand or as elusive as a speck of dust. Cutting through the void with sword qi is like searching for a needle in the ocean; it’s naturally difficult."

A Nirvana Heavenly King said solemnly.

Then, the five Heavenly Kings agreed to each guard a corner of Doutian Palace City, locking down the entire city with the Heaven-Sealing Fan.

Their wills spread out, locking down every corner and every figure within the city, ensuring Ksitigarbha couldn’t disguise himself as someone else.

It was like a web of heaven and earth!

"Humph! Once Master suppresses the will of Nuwa, Ksitigarbha will have nowhere to run!"

The Golden Crane King said coldly.

If Laojun Immortality were to free his hands, with his supreme mastery over the spatial path, he would naturally have the means to find Ksitigarbha’s hiding place.

The entire Doutian City was immediately divided into three battlefields.

In the heavens, the extraterrestrial battlefield where Laojun Immortality faced off against the will of Nuwa.

In the depths of the void, the peak qitian clashed with three Earth Immortals!

And in another place...

Ksitigarbha and Young Emperor Ji Shaohao.

Whoosh, whoosh!

Two figures descended from the sky. Shi Shaokai clasped his palms together, cicada patterns surging, his eyes gleaming.

On the other side was Fu Shaohui, whose demonic aura soared. Even now, Fu Shaohui couldn’t understand why Nuwa would side with Yulian...

At this moment, Fu Shaohui felt an immense weight in his heart. Nuwa was the most mysterious Demon Empress of the Mystic Cavern!

The demon race had three Heavenly Immortals, but only two empresses: Nuwa and Wu.

Additionally, there was one Heavenly Immortal, the Immortality Demon Emperor. Although the Immortality Demon Emperor was a Heavenly Immortal, in terms of combat power and status within the Mystic Cavern, he was weaker than the two empresses.

He was above the Immortality Toad Emperor and the Immortality Bird Emperor.

Fu Shaohui belonged to the Immortality Bird Emperor’s lineage, the first generation descendant. He had great admiration and respect for Nuwa.

But now, Nuwa’s actions made Fu Shaohao feel as if his faith was crumbling!

Moreover, Fu Shaohui was very clear...

Nuwa’s decision to side with Yulian would bring a very serious problem!

The Mystic Cavern would inevitably be held accountable by the Obscure Heavenly Court, Hei Xumi, and the three ancient villages of the Second Saints!

Don’t assume that the three divine factions are united. There are plenty of hidden conflicts and friction among them!

"Ji Shaohao... seems to have entered the realm where Ksitigarbha took Yulian’s Daughter..."

"Ji Shaohao is really daring!"

"Can he defeat Ksitigarbha?"

Fu Shaohui squinted his eyes and said in a low voice.

Shi Shaokai clasped his palms together, the ancient golden cicada behind him shining brightly.

At this moment, his eyes narrowed.

He had a vague feeling that something was off about Ksitigarbha.

Is this Ksitigarbha...

really a Nirvana Heavenly King?!

Perhaps Ji Shaohao could give them the answer!

"This is a race against time."

"Ji Shaohao doesn’t need to defeat Ksitigarbha or kill him; he just needs to stall."

"Nuwa’s descent is merely a will, how can it match Laojun Immortality? Once Laojun Immortality suppresses Nuwa’s will, Ksitigarbha and Yulian’s Daughter will be doomed!"

Shi Shaokai said.

The entire Doutian Palace City fell into a deathly silence.

Only the terrifying aftereffects of the battle in the depths of the void, far beyond the nine heavens, continued to impact everyone’s minds.

...

...

Swish, swish!

Rain fell from the sky, washing over the entire city.

Puddles on the ground reflected the scenery of the heavens above.

Hum—

Suddenly, the city’s tranquility was shattered.

A black vortex appeared.

A figure fell from it.

With a splash, the mirror-like puddle on the ground was broken.

Cang Yuan was covered in blood, gasping for breath as he fell to the ground. After breaking free from the oppressive force of Ji Shaohao's Immortal bloodline as a Lesser Emperor, he finally managed to catch his breath.

Although they were both at the Dao Severing stage, the gap between him and the Lesser Emperor was as vast as the heavens and the earth.

He was no match at all!

Bang—

Cang Yuan's heart suddenly jolted. Without taking the time to look around, he shot out and rushed toward the distance.

In the next moment, his hair stood on end as he looked back.

After he left, a black vortex reappeared.

Three figures materialized out of thin air, accompanied by a descending beam of light.

Li Che, wearing a white jade mask, his black robe fluttering, had his hand on Xi Xi, bringing her into the Ink City Fengdu.

Facing them,

Ji Shaohao's body was engulfed in the Divine Light of the Immortal God Emperor's bloodline, and a faint shadow appeared behind him.

Sensing the force of teleportation, Ji Shaohao steadied himself, his gaze sweeping the surroundings, his heart slightly trembling.

"Inside the Mystic Cavern?"

"Did Dizang Senior hide Yulian's Daughter in the Mystic Cavern... and then bring her out?"

"No wonder Dizang Senior dared to bring Yulian's Daughter to such a dangerous place and undertake such a risky operation. He must be extremely confident in his abilities!"

"I, the Lesser Emperor, admire such confidence."

Ji Shaohao narrowed his eyes.

In an unfamiliar environment, he naturally needed to be cautious.

In fact, Ji Shaohao was already somewhat regretful, regretting his decision to follow them.

However, he also had confidence in his own strength.

He had the blood of the first generation of Immortals flowing through his veins. If he went all out, he could even engage in a fierce battle with a Nirvana Celestial King!

Although it would come at a cost!

However, if he could delay Ksitigarbha and wait for Laojun Immortal to make his move, he would claim the greatest credit in the operation to capture Yulian's Daughter!

Under the white jade mask, Li Che's eyes looked at Ji Shaohao with a hint of complexity.

He hadn't expected Ji Shaohao to actually dare to follow them.

Was he that confident as a Lesser Emperor?

"Do you know... what the ultimate fate of those who enter my city is?"

Li Che said calmly, his voice soft, without using any special means, just speaking calmly.

Ji Shaohao narrowed his eyes, not having the chance to answer.

Because Li Che had already given him the answer.

"Those who enter this city will be forever..."

"Subjugated to me."

Roar!

The moment Li Che finished speaking, he took a step forward. The Huangtian Tower rose and cast down Divine Light, enveloping and protecting Xi Xi, Cang Yuan, and Cang Che.

Then, they were drawn into the tower, forming the best defense against the shockwaves of the battle!

As Li Che took a step, his blood and qi erupted!

A Dao Xian Immortal, majestic and overwhelming!

It was as if a deafening dragon's roar echoed, spreading in all directions!

The entire Ink City Fengdu trembled!

Li Che's spine straightened like a dragon, his body seemingly growing taller, with eight blood and qi vortices swirling around him, emitting a golden glow!

Eight Gates Opening!

Eight-Nine Profound Art!

Boiling blood and qi, like a volcanic eruption, surged forth in a scorching wave!

All the rain within the Ink City Fengdu was instantly evaporated!

A punch was thrown, blood and qi surging!

Martial Immortal, Dragon Elephant Furnace!

Dragon roars and elephant cries!

A punch struck, as if hundreds of divine dragons appeared, roaring and wreaking havoc.

Hundreds of demon elephants trampled the earth, causing the ground to shake and the sky to darken!

A vast willpower surged forth!

It was as if a fiery heart was beating in the heavens, turning everything into the purest will!

This was the Wugou Heart Dao Guo, having undergone seven transformations, cleansing the mind and removing all impurities, making Li Che's spirit extremely pure, purely focused on the pursuit of a Dao!

His divine nature had long vanished, converted back to blood and qi, surging like a mighty river!

The brilliant will of a Martial Immortal, shining like a great sun, pierced the sky!

This was... Martial Will!

Ji Shaohao's eyes narrowed, his body trembling!

The Immortal bloodline in his body instantly ignited, burning like a fire, illuminating the heavens!

His heart raced, a mix of shock and fear!

Such willpower!

Such spirit!

Martial Immortal?

Martial Immortal!!!

Ksitigarbha... was an unparalleled Martial Immortal!

But...

Ji Shaohao's eyes suddenly widened!

As if realizing something, his lips curled into a grin!

Infinite joy surged in his eyes!

"You're not a Nirvana Celestial King?!"

"Hahahaha! You aren't even... a Nirvana!"

Fist intent soared, Martial Immortal brilliant!

Li Che's eyes burned with fierce intent, his battle spirit surging.

"Not a Nirvana."

"Yet... I can still kill you!"

(End of Chapter)

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