Chapter 693: Wu Dao Qinglian Zi
Chapter 693: Wu Dao Qinglian Zi
At this moment,
The numerous Shenjun of the Blackstone Association were all on edge, filled with unease.
If it were merely a numerical disparity, such as the previous situation with the Fengxing Association, where the number of powerful cultivators was twice as many, they could still put up a fight, even if they couldn't match their opponents. However, they wouldn't be completely overwhelmed, and a fierce battle would still exact a heavy toll on both sides.
The same was true for the Blackstone Association. If they faced a team with more members than them, with four or five Dual Pulse Full Perfection cultivators and fifty or sixty Single Pulse Round cultivators, they might not be able to match them, but they could still resist to some extent.
But if there was a disparity in cultivation realms, the situation would be entirely different!
The current scenario was a prime example. Chen Mu, a Dual Pulse Full Perfection cultivator, possessed overwhelming strength against ordinary Single Pulse Round cultivators. Despite the Blackstone Association's numerical advantage, they were completely unable to resist!
It was clear to everyone that if the fight continued, as Chen Mu eliminated one Single Pulse Round Shenjun after another, the Fengxing Association would eventually surround and attack the last two remaining Blackstone Shenjun and Hei Shui Shentang.
Defeat!
Blackstone Shenjun felt incredibly gloomy, watching helplessly as the rare Hundun Qinglian appeared before them, yet they couldn't compete for it. This feeling was unpleasant, but he also understood that further hesitation would only lead to greater losses.
Compared to fighting for the Hundun Qinglian, preserving their lives and conserving their strength was more crucial. Otherwise, if they continued the battle, the Blackstone Association would be completely eradicated from Wuxiang City after this war.
"Go!"
Blackstone Shenjun finally made a decision and shouted in a low voice.
Upon hearing Blackstone Shenjun's instructions, the numerous Shenjun of the Blackstone Association heaved a sigh of relief. In reality, as they witnessed Chen Mu wielding his sword with dominance and slashing freely, they had already harbored thoughts of retreat. However, in this remote area of the Wuxiang River, escaping alone and abandoning the team could be equally perilous, and there was no guarantee of safely returning to Wuxiang City.
Although the Hundun Qinglian was within reach, they were also aware that the Blackstone Association was no longer a match for the Fengxing Association. At the very least, with the presence of Chen Mu, a terrifying Dual Pulse Full Perfection cultivator, the Blackstone Association would have to retreat in the face of the Fengxing Association from now on.
Swish! Swish!!
Seeing that the situation had become clear, the Blackstone Association's Shenjun began to retreat swiftly. Although some still glanced back at the Hundun Qinglian with reluctance, those who had cultivated to the Nine Heaven Perfection were decisive and knew that further resistance was futile, so they didn't hesitate for long, as hesitation could mean death.
Of course,
As Nine Heaven Perfection Shenjun, they wouldn't be completely annihilated at most; their Shen Li Zhen Shen would be destroyed. But even this cost was hard to bear. On one hand, it would take an extensive amount of time to cultivate the Shen Li Zhen Shen anew. On the other hand, everything they had gained in Wuxiang City would be lost, and they might not be able to enter the familiar Wuxiang City again the next time they entered the Yuan Jing.
The Shenjun of the Blackstone Association retreated quickly, and in an instant, they all disappeared from the marshland without a trace.
Chen Mu didn't pursue them; he merely stood at the edge of the marshland, hands behind his back, watching as the Blackstone Association's Shenjun fled in disarray.
Fengxing Shenjun also didn't give chase; he stopped beside Chen Mu and watched the Blackstone Association's Shenjun leave. With a smirk, he said, "The Blackstone Association has been plundering our harvests for so many years; it's their turn now. Next time we meet them, they won't be allowed to leave easily without offering a few monster beast corpses."
Fortune changes, and in Wuxiang City, strength was paramount. Previously, the Blackstone Association had been more powerful than the Fengxing Association, and they would extort benefits from them during encounters. However, the situation was about to reverse; as long as Chen Mu was present in the Fengxing Association, the next time they met the Blackstone Association, it would be their turn to be extorted.
In fact, this time, Fengxing Shenjun had also intended to make the Blackstone Association pay a price. But ultimately, securing the Hundun Qinglian was more important, and no risks could be taken. The value of a single Hundun Qinglian far exceeded that of numerous monster beast corpses, so there was no need to haggle with the Blackstone Association, let alone pursue and kill them.
Evidently, Chen Mu had no intention of pursuing them either.
Even so, Fengxing Shenjun had finally achieved a complete victory this time. Previously, they had suffered numerous raids by the Blackstone Association, but now, with the acquisition of the Hundun Qinglian, although they didn't gain other benefits from the Blackstone Association, Chen Mu had destroyed the Shen Li Zhen Shen of one Blackstone Shenjun and severely injured several others.
Those severely injured Blackstone Shenjun would require time to gradually recover, and the cost was significant.
"Strength reigns supreme, and the weak are prey to the strong. Next time we encounter the Blackstone Association, they should gradually repay the resources they took from us."
Chen Mu calmly spoke as he watched the retreating figures of the Blackstone Association's Shenjun.
Since joining the Fengxing Association, he had also been extorted by the Blackstone Association several times during these long years, although not to the extent of Fengxing Shenjun's hatred. Nevertheless, he harbored some resentment towards them, and when he took action, he showed no mercy.
Destroying the Shen Li Zhen Shen of one Shenjun and severely injuring seven others was a significant loss for the Blackstone Association.
Swish!
Chen Mu didn't linger and quickly turned, returning to the center of the marshland, gazing at the Hundun Qinglian.
At this moment, one could see that the periphery of the Hundun Qinglian was still surrounded by a light shield formed by the concentrated Hydromatic Power, concealing the entire plant and making it difficult for others to break through.
"We mustn't delay; such a rare treasure as the Hundun Qinglian should be collected sooner rather than later," Fengxing Shenjun said, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.
"Mhm," Chen Mu nodded, and with a wave of his sleeve, he pressed his palm down towards the light shield.
Buzz!
The Creation School's Void Power gathered and struck the strange light shield covering the Hundun Qinglian, constantly breaking through the Hydromatic Power within. A buzzing sound emanated from the shield, causing the nearby void to crack open with black fissures.
Fengxing Shenjun also acted without hesitation, assisting Chen Mu in tearing through the Hydromatic Power.
Swish, swish, swish!
The other numerous Shenjuns of the Fengxing Association also ceased their attacks and gathered in the center of the marshland. Their eyes lit up with excitement as they all joined in, focusing on the Hundun Qinglian.
Without the interference of the Blackstone Association, the group worked together to counter the Hydromatic Power surrounding the Hundun Qinglian. Although the power was substantial, over time, it gradually weakened and began to fade.
Crack!
After an unknown period, a crisp sound of shattering echoed.
The various Shenjuns of the Fengxing Association, including Fengxing Shenjun, simultaneously stopped their attacks. Only Chen Mu remained, still in the stance of pressing down with his palm.
The light shield formed by the Hydromatic Power around the Hundun Qinglian had become incredibly dim, and a clear crack had appeared, slowly spreading.
Crack! Crack!!
Chen Mu didn't pause, calmly manipulating the power of the Supreme Way, continuing to press down and causing more cracks to appear. Eventually, the entire light shield collapsed with a final shattering sound.
With the light shield broken, the Hundun Qinglian was fully exposed.
Swish!
Chen Mu waved his hand and deftly pulled the Hundun Qinglian out of the marshland.
As the Hundun Qinglian was pulled out, the flawless jade lotus and the surrounding dark, chaotic power quickly dissipated. The entire plant began to wither and crumble before their eyes, turning into dust and scattering.
Just as the lotus began to wither, one could see the strands of green light within it contracting and converging towards the lotus platform, while the rest quickly dimmed.
Finally,
The entire lotus withered and turned to dust, and when the dust settled, Chen Mu's palm held a pile of stacked WuDao Qinglian Zi, a considerable number, at least thirty-eight.
Seeing such a quantity of WuDao Qinglian Zi, including Fengxing Shenjun and Imperator Guanglie, the Shenjuns of the Fengxing Association all showed delight, their eyes glowing with anticipation.
The Hundun Qinglian was an extremely rare treasure, but the number of WuDao Qinglian Zi it produced varied. It was often between seven and forty-nine, and Chen Mu had thirty-eight in his palm, undoubtedly a significant yield.
If the yield had been smaller, Chen Mu might have taken a different approach, but with thirty-eight, Fengxing Shenjun could receive one, and the others could also hope for a share.
"There are thirty-eight WuDao Qinglian Zi here. Following the rules, I'll take sixty percent, which is twenty-two," Chen Mu said, looking at the pile in his palm. He flipped his hand, and most of them disappeared, leaving only sixteen floating in the air, which he waved towards Fengxing Shenjun.
No one among the Fengxing Association, including Imperator Guanglie, objected to Chen Mu taking sixty percent and leaving them with the remaining forty percent. After all, without Chen Mu, they wouldn't have been able to take the Hundun Qinglian from the Blackstone Association, let alone receive any share.
In fact,
Chen Mu could have taken even more, but he only took twenty-two, leaving the others with a sense of admiration but no resentment. In the vast universe, strength was paramount. If they were top-tier three-pulse perfection experts, they would have the right to claim more benefits. Not reaching that level, they were already fortunate to receive a share.
Fengxing Shenjun smiled and watched as the sixteen WuDao Qinglian Zi flew towards him. He took eight for himself and gave the remaining eight to Imperator Guanglie, leaving it to him and the others to decide how to distribute them.
Chen Mu had no interest in how Guanglie Shenjun and the others would distribute the remaining Wu Dao Qinglianzi, nor did he wait for everyone to discuss it. He directly said, "This place is not suitable for negotiations. The Hundun Qinglian has been collected, so let's return to Wuxiang City first."
Guanglie Shenjun and the others exchanged glances, naturally having no objections.
With over twenty people and only eight Wu Dao Qinglianzi to distribute, it would be a complex process that couldn't be resolved quickly. It was obviously inappropriate to engage in a dispute over them here.
"Not bad."
"Let's return to the city first."
Fengxing Shenjun also nodded in agreement. With eight Wu Dao Qinglianzi in his possession, he was naturally eager to return to the city and use them for cultivation. He didn't want to stay outside the city either.
Staying outside the city with such valuable treasures was dangerous. After all, although they had repelled the Blackstone Association, there was no guarantee that they wouldn't cause trouble by leaking information to the Suiyue Temple and other powers. If they were blocked outside the city by those forces, it would be extremely troublesome.
Everyone agreed.
Soon, they quickly packed up and headed back to Wuxiang City at the fastest speed.
...
Wuxiang City.
In a certain area of continuous houses.
In one of the courtyards, a figure in a white robe stood with his hands behind his back. His robe was embroidered with a golden, strange pattern that resembled a lamp with fluctuating brightness, seemingly containing profound Dao insights.
He was the 'Dongxuan Shenjun' of the Suiyue Temple, a top-tier existence among the San Mai Yuanman God-Kings!
He was also the leader of the Hunter Organization in this area of Wuxiang City, overseeing numerous God-Kings under the Suiyue Temple and many other God-Kings who had joined from outside. Not only was he famous in Wuxiang City, but his reputation also resonated throughout the Universe.
"Hmm?"
Dongxuan Shenjun stood by a pond, watching the fish swimming in it and deep in thought. Suddenly, his eyes flickered as if he had received some news, and his expression slightly changed.
"Fengxing Association... Hundun Qinglian... Mu Shenjun... Dual Pulse Full Perfection..."
He muttered a few words, and a faint light appeared in his eyes.
This was interesting.
A Dual Pulse Full Perfection figure had emerged in Wuxiang City, and in the entire Universe, Dual Pulse Full Perfection was even rarer than San Mai Yuanman. Moreover, this Mu Shenjun had previously been completely unknown.
After a moment of contemplation, Dongxuan Shenjun shook his head slightly and said, "The situation in Wuxiang City is about to change again."
He was naturally surprised by Chen Mu's sudden appearance, but after the initial shock, he wasn't too surprised. As an insider of the Suiyue Temple and a disciple of Yuanchu Zunzhe, he was well aware that the Universe was approaching the End Catastrophe.
Under the pressure of the End Catastrophe, the entire Universe, with its countless Void Seats and innumerable God-Kings, would converge towards the central Shiyuan Kongyu of the Universe and gather in the Yuan Jing.
Although Nine Heaven Perfection with a Perfect Divine Body was rare, the Universe was vast and boundless, with countless God-Kings. Occasionally, a few unknown figures from remote places appearing was normal.
It could be said that Chen Mu's entry into the Yuan Jing, coincidentally in Wuxiang City, with the strength of Dual Pulse Full Perfection, indeed had the qualifications to slightly alter the situation in Wuxiang City. After all, in Wuxiang City, those who had reached San Mai Yuanman could be counted on one hand.
The power of the Suiyue Temple was naturally immense, but within the Yuan Jing, countless different realms completely dispersed its members, making it so that in a single realm like Wuxiang City, although they were a top-tier force, they couldn't completely control the power structure of Wuxiang City.
"As the End Catastrophe approaches, heroes emerge, and the best gather. But who knows, in this final End Catastrophe of the Universe, how many will claim supremacy, and how many will transcend..."
Dongxuan Shenjun sighed in his heart.
Although Chen Mu's sudden appearance was indeed eye-catching, he wouldn't pay too much attention to it. At most, Wuxiang City would have one more top-tier Hunter Organization. In the current Universe, there were countless outstanding figures, especially with the End Catastrophe approaching. Even San Mai Da Wan Yuan couldn't amount to much, as breaking through that crucial step was the same as not breaking through for ordinary Nine Heaven Perfection.
All Nine Heaven Perfection, whether single or triple, stood at the threshold of the Da Dao Zun Zhe. Although their strengths varied, the distance between them and the Da Dao Zun Zhe was the same.
He, Dongxuan Shenjun, also aspired to claim supremacy.
To become one of the supreme Da Dao Zun Zhe, merging with the Prime Source and standing at the pinnacle of the Universe.
As for transcending...
That was too distant, just a legend to him. It was the ultimate destination pursued by the Da Dao Zun Zhe, and with each Universe's opening and end, at least a hundred Da Dao Zun Zhe would be born, but the realm of transcendence was vague and ethereal.
(End of Chapter)
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