In the flattened manor, Jin Chanzi stared at Yaoyao and said in a cold voice, “Have you played enough yet?”
“Play?” Yaoyao said lightly, “Do you think I'm playing with you?
“I just said that since you want him to die, then you have to die here today!”
When her voice fell, boundless Spirit power accumulated between her eyebrows until, finally, it formed an almost invisible flame. The flame gently floated down and landed in her beautiful hand.
That invisible flame seemed extremely thin and weak, but when Jin Chanzi laid eyes on it, his expression abruptly changed and his vertical pupils shrank to the size of a needle tip.
“Spirit Flame?”
His voice rang out with horror.
Chapter 609 Spirit Flame
A wisp of invisible flame was burning in Yaoyao’s beautiful hand. It gave forth no earth shattering power, but when it appeared, even Jin Chanzi had a sudden change of expression, and his eyes flickered with fear.
It was because the invisible flame was the flame of spirit—the Spirit Flame.
It was a mysterious flame formed from Spirit power. Generally speaking, if one wanted to refine a Spirit Flame, one’s spirit must have at least reached the third level of the Transformation Stage!
The Spirit Transformation Stage exceeded the acme of perfection and could rival the Divine Dwelling Stage.
Although the Spirit Flame in Yaoyao’s hand was just a wisp and was perhaps not considered a true Spirit Flame, its power was still extremely terrifying.
The Spirit Flame would not wound the bodies of those it struck, but if it touched the spirit, it would incinerate it, leaving an empty shell of a body.
Moreover, the Spirit Flame was formless and colourless. And, adding to its mysteriousness and strangeness, it was impossible to detect its existence unless one used all of one's strength to perceive it.
In the face of an opponent possessing a Spirit Flame, no one would dare to underestimate the Spirit Flame. They would instead concentrate all their attention on their opponent because, with the slightest of carelessness, the Spirit Flame could quietly invade their body and directly incinerate their spirit.
Therefore, the birth of the Spirit Flame could be said to be a great weapon for those cultivating the spirit.
It was because of this that Jin Chanzi was incredibly shocked and terrified when he detected a Spirit Flame in Yaoyao’s hand. After all, it showed that Yaoyao’s Spirit state was infinitely close to the Transformation Stage.
Based on Spirit level alone, nobody among the younger generation of their Sacred Palace had been able to achieve this stage.
Hu.
Jin Chanzi took a deep breath and finally believed that Yaoyao really wanted him to die here.
And all this was for a chief disciple?
“Mad woman!” Jin Chanzi couldn't help but scold in his heart.
Buzz!
Yaoyao, however, paid no attention to his thoughts. When the wisp of Spirit Flame took shape in her palm, her slender finger flicked forward, and the invisible Spirit Flame suddenly sped out.
The speed was too fast to describe, and adding on its formless and colourless appearance, it was almost impossible to detect its trajectory.
But Jin Chanzi’s pupils rapidly shrank as he swiftly retreated without the slightest hesitation. He flung his sleeves, and a gush of Genesis Qi swept out to form a defensive barrier in front of his body.
Pu! Pu!
But when that wisp Spirit Flame swept across it, a tiny hole suddenly appeared. The light barrier still existed, but the wisp of Spirit Flame had pierced right through, aiming for Jin Chanzi.
Once the Spirit Flame struck out, it would never stop unless it exhausted the Spirit power within it.
The Spirit Flame swiftly chased after Jin Chanzi's rapidly retreating figure.
When countless gazes witnessed this scene, their expressions flashed with shock and horror, and when their gazes shifted to the maiden on the peak of the pagoda, a look of fear inevitably came over their faces.
No one had thought that the cyan-clothed maiden could make the Sacred Palace Chosen who was ranked fifth on the Chosen List repeatedly retreat.
Such power was enough to make one speechless.
Above the flattened manor, Jin Chanzi was constantly retreating, but he soon found that the Spirit Flame was getting faster and faster and that it was impossible for him to evade.
Jin Chanzi’s brows furrowed, and a fierce look came into his golden eyes.
He knew he couldn’t continue to dodge, and since that was the case, he could only forcibly withstand the Spirit Flame.
If he were to take on the Spirit Flame with his physical body, the inside of his body would become a battlefield, and layer upon layer of Genesis Qi would try to obstruct and annihilate the Spirit Flame. Although he would still suffer and it might even damage his spirit, facing it with his body was still better than having to dodge constantly.
Having made up his mind, Jin Chanzi immediately halted, his golden slit eyes staring at the invisible flame that was violently speeding over. He clenched his teeth and activated the Genesis Qi in his body, ready to forcibly withstand the attack.
Swoosh!
The invisible flame swept over and was no more than one metre away from Jin Chanzi.
Just as the wisp of flame was about to pounce onto Jin Chanzi’s body, however, a slender palm suddenly stretched out of thin air and caught the wisp.
And as soon as the Spirit Flame made contact, it directly penetrated the skin with a flash.
Jin Chanzi was slightly startled. He looked up to see a figure standing beside him. It was a handsome man with a head of white hair. He had two wisps of hair hanging down over his cheeks, and they were each strung through a blood-red bead. Both beads were glowing with a faint luster.
Hua!
The moment the white-haired man appeared, clamour immediately broke out in the manor, and all eyes stared at him with respectful awe.
This image they were all too familiar with.
The number one on the Chosens List, Jiang Taishen!
Nobody had expected a person like him to show up!
And under the countless respectful gazes, Jiang Taishen narrowed his eyes, his handsome face slightly twitching. The color of his two blood-red beads grew increasingly vibrant.
Evidently, he had drawn the Spirit Flame into his body, and a fierce battle had broken out inside him.
It was a few minutes later when he let out a long sigh, and his eyes sprang open. Looking at Yaoyao on the peak of the pagoda, he said, “What a powerful Spirit Flame, it indeed deserves its reputation.”
He had actually neutralised the Spirit Flame in his body!
Yaoyao looked indifferently at Jiang Taishen with her beautiful eyes, and her expression didn’t change much because of his sudden appearance.
Jiang Taishen smiled. “Friend of the Cangxuan Sect, let’s leave today’s matter at this. What do you say?”
Yaoyao answered indifferently, “When he attacked before, he didn't seem to think about stopping.”
Jiang Taishen smiled. “If this friend still wants to fight, then I will try your Spirit Flame in his place.”
Staring at Yaoyao, his white hair gently fluttered in the breeze, and a terrifying force slowly spread forth from his body.
Suddenly, a somewhat relaxed and lazy voice sounded out: “Jiang Taishen, although I am lazy, I won’t let you bully the people of my Cangxuan Sect.”
A figure appeared in front of Yaoyao, his bald and smooth head gleaming in the light.
When numerous gazes fell on his figure, exclamations broke out around the manor.
It was Chu Qing of the Cangxuan Sect, ranked second on the Chosen List!
Swoosh!
The sounds of piercing wind echoed out repeatedly as numerous imposing shadows landed all around the manor one after another.
The Chosen of each sect had arrived.
They all stared at the centre of th
e manor at the most dazzling of people. After all, even amongst the many Chosens, those few people were top existences.
Under countless fearful and respectful gazes, Chu Qing rubbed his head. He looked at Jiang Taishen opposite him and grinned, revealing his fine white teeth and a very bright smile.
“Jiang Taishen, if you want to fight, I'll accompany you.”
Chapter 610 Defused
In the town, countless gazes were cast towards the destroyed ruins of the manor. A different atmosphere took over the place when Jiang Taishen and Chu Qing appeared.
To think that the first and second rankers on the Chosen List were facing off.
Nothing more needed to be said about Jiang Taishen’s reputation in the Shengzhou Continent, which was built by the peerless battle accomplishments he had personally racked up.
Although Chu Qing had fewer battle accomplishments, he was still also a very well-known figure. Practically everyone in the Shengzhou Continent knew that the leader of the Cangxuan Sect Chosen was famously lazy…his first reaction to any trouble that came knocking at this door was to hastily run away instead of resolving it.
Of course, though he was infamous for being lazy, no one doubted Chu Qing’s strength.
He and Jiang Taishen had fought before, and although Jiang Taishen had ultimately emerged the victor, Chu Qing had managed to escape unscathed. In other words, Jiang Taishen had failed to put Chu Qing at his mercy.
From this, one could see just how strong Chu Qing was.
Countless people were naturally looking forward to seeing what would happen when the two most outstanding members amongst the younger generation of Cangxuan Heaven clashed.
Amidst the ruins of the manor.
Jiang Taishen’s long and narrow eyes turned into a line as he smiled slightly and gazed at Chu Qing, giving off a seemingly friendly feeling.
“Chu Qing, it’s truly rare to see you voluntarily pick a fight.”
Chu Qing stroked his handsome face as he covertly cast a glance at Yaoyao. He had no choice but to take action because she would definitely not give him peace if he instead chose to not act.
Moreover, though he was indeed very lazy, as the leader of the Cangxuan Sect Chosen, he could not possibly sit still and watch Jiang Taishen attempt to deal with Yaoyao.
“Jiang Taishen, follow me if you want to fight.” Chu Qing sighed.
Jiang Taishen smiled and said, “I honestly do want to fight you again, but now is not the time…Chu Qing, the Chosen of the various sects are currently trying to open up a path into the deeper areas of the Great Mythic Mountain Range, and the situation will only turn chaotic if we were to fight. If that were to happen, it will become more difficult to attain the greatest blessing hidden in the deepest area of the Great Mythic Mountain Range.
“As such, I suggest that both of us take a step back today and forge a temporary truce. How does that sound to you?
“After all, if you do want to fight, I believe the Sacred Palace will more than satisfy all of you when the time is right," said Jiang Taishen in a meaningful manner.
Chu Qing beamed and said, “The best outcome is for you guys to admit defeat."
Jiang Taishen shook his head. “I’m not admitting defeat, but suggesting we both take a step back on this matter.”
Chu Qing nonchalantly said, “Same thing.”
The corners of Jiang Taishen’s lips twitched slightly. Chu Qing was becoming increasingly proficient at his annoying provocations.
Chu Qing turned his head, looking towards Yaoyao as he revealed a kindly smile. “Junior sister Xiaoyao, see? They’ve already admitted defeat, let’s forgive them this once.”
Yaoyao swept an indifferent glance at him. “And if I say no?”
Chu Qing thumped his chest and declared, “If you say no, we’ll fight!”
“Then fight,” said Yaoyao.
Chu Qing’s expression froze for a moment before a bitter look rose on his face. All the factions had come to a temporary agreement to first overcome the Great Mythic Mountain Range, and had thus called a truce between the many Chosen. Anyone who broke it would likely draw the wrath of the majority.
While Chu Qing was at his wits end, Zhou Yuan appeared beside Yaoyao. Gazing at her, he said, “Let’s drop this matter for now.”
Yaoyao flatly said, “Give me a reason.”
Zhou Yuan raised his head and looked towards the golden haired Jin Chanzi as a chilling light flashed in his eyes.
Jin Chanzi also sensed his gaze, and he returned it with a look of nonchalance. The corners of his mouth rose, and he made no effort to conceal the disdain in his eyes. He clearly did not take Zhou Yuan seriously at all.
Zhou Yuan slowly answered, “Because I will deal with him.”
He did not hide his words, allowing Jiang Taishen and Jin Chanzi to hear them as well.
Jiang Taishen continued to smile faintly, while Jin Chanzi could not help but softly chuckle. A playful smile hung from the corners of his lips as he shook his head and muttered to himself, “What an ignorant fool.”
Everyone else who heard Zhou Yuan’s words inwardly shook their heads, clearly taking it as Zhou Yuan trying to act tough in an attempt to regain some face. None of them could take his words seriously.
In contrast, there was only seriousness in Yaoyao’s bright eyes as she stared straight at Zhou Yuan. The frost on her face slowly receded. She gave a faint nod and said, “You do have some backbone.”
She naturally understood that Zhou Yuan would only be able to grow if she let him personally deal with his enemies. When she had arrived earlier, however, she had just so happened to catch sight of Jin Chanzi launching a sneak attack against Zhou Yuan, causing her heart to surge with killing intent and rage. As such, she had attacked Jin Chanzi without the slightest shred of hesitation.
Yaoyao glanced at Jin Chanzi before withdrawing her gaze. She softly said, “Then you shall be the one to take his life.”
Upon seeing Yaoyao finally back down, Chu Qing breathed a heavy sigh of relief before giving a thumbs-up to Zhou Yuan. He was likely the only one in the Cangxuan Sect who could at least restrain Yaoyao slightly.
Chu Qing was unafraid of the Sacred Palace, but it was indeed not the time for them to clash.
“Jiang Taishen, go ahead and leave.”
Chu Qing turned back and looked towards Jiang Taishen and the rest. For a brief moment Chu Qing was silent. He then lowered his gaze slightly and said, “However, there’s something I should caution you about first. Although the Sacred Palace is strong, don’t underestimate the Cangxuan Sect too much.”
Jiang Taishen softly chuckled and said, “The Cangxuan Sect was after all the former overlord of Cangxuan Heaven. How could the Sacred Palace possibly dare to underestimate you guys.”
However, he placed a little extra emphasis on ‘former’.
Jiang Taishen’s eyes then turned towards Zhou Yuan as he said with interest, “So you are Zhou Yuan. You’re quite interesting…however, if this is all you are, what right do you have to hold our sect master’s attention?”
Only he and Jin Chanzi could hear his final few words.
Zhou Yuan frowned a little under Jiang Taishen’s gaze. He could feel that Jiang Taishen seemed to be looking at him as if sizing-up prey.
Jiang Taishen quickly withdrew his gaze, however, and cast a glance at the nearby Sacred Palace chief disciples and normal disciples. He said nothing as he turned around and left the town.
He had no intention of going over to ask them about their losses. Since they were not strong enough, they were better off dead so as to not waste the Sacred Palace's cultivation resources.
Jin Chanzi followed. As he left, his golden vertical pupils paused on Zhou Yuan for a moment as he offhandedly said, “You were lucky this time. But you’ll likely not have the same luck if we meet again.”
Zhou Yuan met his gaze and slowly said, “The next time we meet, it may be time for someone else to replace your fifth rank spot on the Chosen List."
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Jin Chanzi could not help but laugh. He glanced at Zhou Yuan once more with disdain, Genesis Qi rising from beneath his feet. As he left, an icy chuckle echoed in his wake.
“Delusional ramblings from a fool.
“I’ll be waiting to watch you humiliate yourself.”
Chapter 611 Blessing of the Great Mythic Mountain Range
As the Sacred Palace side left, the tense atmosphere over the destroyed villa slowly began to relax.
The various factions breathed a sigh of relief. Although they had missed out on a battle between Chu Qing and Jiang Taishen, they understood that the most important matter at hand for the various sects was the greatest blessing hidden in the depths of the Great Mythic Mountain Range.
If the strongest factions, the Sacred Palace and the Cangxuan Sect, were to fight, it would undoubtedly affect the overall situation.
Hence, both sides backing down in the end was the best outcome.
When Chu Qing, Yaoyao and Zhou Yuan landed, Tang Muxin and the other Cangxuan Sect disciples swiftly ran forward to meet them.
“Are you alright junior brother Zhou Yuan?” Tang Muxin’s voice was filled with concern as she looked towards Zhou Yuan.
Zhou Yuan smiled and waved his hand.
“Junior brother Zhou Yuan has really boosted our morale this time.” Tang Muxin was grinning widely.
The other chief disciples nodded in agreement; even Baili Che, who was usually at loggerheads with Zhou Yuan, fell silent. The strength Zhou Yuan had displayed had indeed far surpassed their own.
Regardless of whether it was the devastating blow unleashed upon Zhao Jing or how he had later walked away practically unscathed from Jin Chanzi’s sneak attack, Zhou Yuan's feats showed that he was already ahead of them.
If they were to duel again now, Baili Che knew that he was far from Zhou Yuan’s match.
Chu Qing yawned and said, “As someone who became the chief disciple of Saint Genesis Peak in less than two years, junior brother Zhou Yuan is naturally not as simple as you guys think.
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