I Am Overlord c1-962

by Translator: Pokka; Author: 我本纯洁 (I Am Pure); Licensed From: Migu

  "Yunxi, k-kill him! He murdered eighth brother!" Di Tong, who was lying on the ground not far away, spoke with great difficulty.

  Xia Yunxi blanked out slightly at that, complicated emotions flashing past her eyes. She had never imagined that Xiang Shaoyun would really dare to kill. It would seem like her grudge with him had also reached a level it could no longer be erased.

  "Come, kill me. If you can kill me, I promise the academy won't hold you responsible for it," said Xiang Shaoyun as he beckoned Xia Yunxi, a look of madness on his face.

  Once, he had true feelings for Xia Yunxi. What he received were the betrayals of her and Di Lin, and his heart was shattered. From then on, his heart blazed with the flame of revenge. Without killing them, he would not be able to extinguish it.

  "It has been six years. Let me see how much you have improved," said Xia Yunxi with a sigh.

  Prior to this, she was still thinking of a way to reduce the hatred Xiang Shaoyun felt for her, hoping that he would still love her. That way, there might still be hope for her to repair their relationship. Alas, the deeper the love, the deeper the hatred. Because Xiang Shaoyun once loved her dearly, he now hated her even more.

  "Come, I won't disappoint you," said Xiang Shaoyun as he formed the claw stance with both hands, looking at Xia Yunxi with a mask of calmness.

  He could guess that Di Lin was probably not here today. In that case, he would just defeat Xia Yunxi first. Flame shrouded his entire body. The cheerful emotion Yun Flame was transmitting to him caused his battle intent to rise.

  She once thought him a disappointment. Now, he would personally teach her how wrong she had been. A blue flame rose around Xia Yunxi, giving her a demonic look. With a flick of her wrist, she attacked with the sword in her hand.

  As the sword stabbed forth, clumps of pulsing blue flames spread all around Xiang Shaoyun. They looked like nothing special, but all of them suddenly exploded one after another like firecrackers, flooding the area around Xiang Shaoyun with a dazzling blue radiance.

  The blue flame she used was most definitely not a regular flame. Rather, it was a unique type of flame that was threateningly powerful. At this time, Yun Flame, within Xiang Shaoyun, emitted excitement as if it couldn't wait to devour all the flame around it to enhance itself.

  After obtaining the devil flame seed, Yun Flame had evolved to a higher tier. It was definitely no weaker than the flame Xia Yunxi possessed. Although the remarkable attack had given Xiang Shaoyun a shock, everything was still under control.

  After taking on the attack, he reached with both hands, and his palms erupted with a powerful suction force, pulling all the blue flame into his body. The sight greatly alarmed Xia Yunxi, who had approached him to follow up on her previous attack.

  "You have a high-tier flame!" Xia Yunxi exclaimed in astonishment.

  "Now you know. It's my turn to attack," said Xiang Shaoyun with a cold snort as he clawed out with both hands, surrounding Xia Yunxi with sharp claws.

  The dark red claw energy was powered by Yun Flame, and it emanated a much stronger oppressive feeling than Xia Yunxi's blue flame. Each attack of Xiang Shaoyun's was incomparably ingenious, aiming only at Xia Yunxi's vital points. He was not holding back just because he was fighting a beauty.

  Xia Yunxi could sense Xiang Shaoyun's killing intent. It was so thick a sense of fear rose within her heart. Fortunately, she was no coward and was still able to protect her vitals with her sword technique.

  However, Xiang Shaoyun's attacks were too violent and sharp. They were extremely hard to guard against, and finally, a claw attack struck her shoulder. A cloth was ripped off as blood dyed her shoulder red.

  How is he so strong? I thought cultivating nine powers will result in a reduced combat prowess? Xia Yunxi wondered inwardly.

  She quickly retreated as she thought of a way to seize the initiative. If this continued, her defeat would be certain. Unfortunately, Xiang Shaoyun was too fast. She was not given any respite as his torrential attack pressured her endlessly.

  More and more claw attacks struck her, and if it wasn't for the inner armor she wore, she would have been naked by now. She was incredibly ashamed, but she had no way out. During a moment of crisis, Xia Qiuhua finally dragged his injured body along and rushed into the battlefield, reducing the pressure on Xia Yunxi.

  "Leave! We can't stop him!" said Xia Qiuhua.

  Xia Yunxi hesitated slightly before rushing toward Di Shang's corpse. She lifted the corpse before grabbing Di Tong. She then fled while shouting, "Everyone, retreat. We will remember this humiliation. When the alliance master leaves his seclusion, he will avenge us."

  At her command, the Di Alliance members no longer battled, and they started retreating madly. Only Xia Qiuhua was left in a bitter struggle against Xiang Shaoyun to stop him from giving chase. Of course, if Xiang Shaoyun really wanted to pursue them, Xia Qiuhua would not be able to stop him.

  Xiang Shaoyun increased the force behind his attacks and took only a short while to completely suppress Xia Qiuhua. Numerous wounds were left on Xia Qiuhua's body, and even his armor cracked.

  It was evident how violent Xiang Shaoyun's flame power was. If he wanted to kill Xia Qiuhua, he could do it easily. But he did not do so.

  With his fingers around Xia Qiuhua's neck, he said coldly, "My Big Brother Tang respects that you are a true man. However, you have followed the wrong master. Submit, and this young master shall spare you."

  During Xiang Shaoyun's previous return to the academy, Tang Longfei had mentioned Xia Qiuhua's talent in cultivation and combat many times. He lamented deeply that such a person was a member of the Di Alliance.

  From how Xia Qiuhua had personally stopped him to let the others flee, it was obvious he was loyal. That was why Xiang Shaoyun wanted to recruit him.

  Xia Qiuhua glared at Xiang Shaoyun in response and said, "Kill me if you have the guts. If I so much as frown, I'm a bastard!"

  Xiang Shaoyun hesitated slightly before slamming Xia Qiuhua on the ground.

  Bang!

  The slam filled Xia Qiuhua's mouth with soil. Next, Xiang Shaoyun sent him flying with a kick.

  "If it wasn't for Big Brother Tang's excellent impression of you, I would have killed you. Scram!" Xiang Shaoyun shouted, displeased.

  Chapter 701: Yu Ziyang

  The Overlord Legion had occupied the Di Alliance's territory, and news of it spread through the entire Flame Mountains.

  "Since when was the Overlord Legion so strong? It seems they even chased away the Di Alliance people. Are you sure that's not fake news?"

  "How can it be fake? Their overlord had arrived personally. Not only was Di Shang killed, but even Xia Yunxi and Xia Qiuhua were defeated badly. Looks like Xiang Shaoyun is starting to show the might of his strongest physique."

  "I thought he had destroyed his future by cultivating nine powers? How can he still be so strong?"

  "You are too outdated. He has already fused the nine powers, and he had even fought Xiao Xie to a draw. He is strong enough to challenge the top 10 of the Dragon Phoenix List."

  "Overlord of the Overlord Legion...interesting. For him to hold such an overbearing title, is he not afraid that the Child of the Flaming Sun will personally come out and teach him a lesson?"

  ...

  Atop the highest peak in the Flame Mountains zone. This peak was a volcano that would erupt all year round, and it was also the place with the most flame spirits. This was also the cultivation spot occupied by the Flaming Sun. Outsiders were not permitted to enter.

  Halfway up the mountain was a man and woman. They were seated atop a glossy and clean rock. They were akin to a perfect pair, radiating an imposing aura and extraordinary bearing. The man was extremely young. He looked to be about 18 years old. He possessed a resolute face that looked like it was sculpted, and his pair of eyes were brilliant and piercing, akin to the sun and moon. He was tall and slender, wearing radiant battle armor. Lying by his side was a flame-colored spear and a flaming hou beast emperor
. His entire person was filled with majesty.

  The woman was akin to a fairy that had descended upon the mortal world. Her every movement seemed to be filled with peerless grace. Her light muslin veil drifted about in the wind, akin to a fluttering butterfly. She was graceful and elegant, and as she gently brushed her hair aside, she revealed a pair of bright eyes that overshadowed all color in the world.

  Beside her was a phoenix, her head raised high in arrogance. The man was Yu Ziyang, while the woman was Yu Caidie. They were the strongest combatants of the Flaming Sun, and they were also the Dragon Phoenix Academy's strongest disciples.

  "Little sister, my future brother-in-law seems quite unyielding," said Yu Ziyang with a smile.

  Yu Caidie chuckled and said, "I thought you object to us being together? Did you change your mind?"

  Yu Ziyang said, "No, but I know you. Nobody can change your mind once you decide on something. Since you are optimistic about him, I can only trust you. However, if he can't get through Linshan, then he won't be able to gain the acceptance of those old geezers back home."

  Confidence flashed in Yu Caidie's eyes as she said, "I am confident in him. Personally, I think that goal is too low. I gave him a new goal to become number one on the Dragon Phoenix List within five years."

  Astonishment filled Yu Ziyang's eyes. "You really think he can do it? Those are not just some words of encouragement?"

  Yu Caidie smiled. "What's the point of having a man that can't even do that much?"

  "Haha, little sister, seems like you have high aspirations," Yu Ziyang laughed heartily. "Looks like I need to find a chance to take a look at my future brother-in-law. Is he really as outstanding as you have said?"

  "Don't worry. He won't disappoint you," Yu Caidie declared confidently.

  ...

  On the volcano once occupied by the Di Alliance, Xiang Shaoyun was setting up camp with his people from the Overlord Legion. He did not bother sending anyone to stand guard at the foot of the mountain. Those blind enough to disturb them would simply be beaten until they smartened up.

  Only then would he be able to deter others and reduce the amount of disturbances he would receive. Of course, after chasing the Di Alliance people away in such an overbearing manner, there probably wouldn't be anyone coming to challenge him anymore.

  After all, Xiang Shaoyun had killed Di Shang. Although Di Shang was only a follower, he was still not someone to be easily killed. Killing him would result in a blood feud.

  Xiang Shaoyun and company only settled down halfway up the mountain instead of going straight to the top. The flame spirits were at the summit, and they could not charge up blindly or they would only get themselves killed.

  Although the flame spirits lacked intelligence, their attacks were not weak. Otherwise, they wouldn't have been able to survive in the Flame Mountains for so long.

  "Overlord, when are we killing our way to the peak?" Deng Lingtian asked eagerly.

  He was currently stuck at a bottleneck to enter third-stage. He needed a large amount of flame energy, and he did not wish to waste even a single second in this zone. After all, he needed to pay for the time spent here.

  Xiang Shaoyun said, "Feel free to group up and go. I will be staying here for a bit to comprehend the power here."

  In his current environment, he was in no rush to hunt flame spirits. His priority was to increase his comprehension of the profundity of flame. The moment he said that, the others impatiently started voicing their intentions to go up the mountain.

  They all knew each flame spirit killed would grant them a strand of flame origin energy. Each strand would accelerate their growth, and it was their actual goal for coming. Xiang Shaoyun did not bother keeping them around. He waved his hand and told them to go. He even warned them to be careful and to prioritize staying alive.

  The group then charged to the top of the mountain. As for Xiang Shaoyun, he sat down cross-legged and started absorbing the flame energy around him. Since he had Yun Flame in his flame star, Yun Flame would automatically absorb flame energy from his surroundings even without him circulating his cultivation method.

  Now that they were in such a flame-rich environment, Yun Flame naturally went all out as it absorbed the surrounding energy at full force, increasing Xiang Shaoyun's absorption speed by several times. Before long, Xiang Shaoyun had replenished the energy he used in the last battle. His cultivation had also grown a decent amount.

  He started chanting the Desolation mantra inwardly as he prepared to comprehend the profundity of flame. The flame was berserk and pitiless, filled with boundless destruction. The flame was filled with passion, representing resoluteness and steadfastness. It was grand and righteous, capable of restraining all evil in the world.

  As Xiang Shaoyun chanted the Desolation mantra again and again, his comprehension deepened. It was as if the Desolation mantra was a secret technique to comprehend the profundity of powers.

  One ought to know that just to comprehend the profundity of a single power, great talent in comprehension was required. If news that Xiang Shaoyun had comprehended the profundity of earth, gold, darkness, ice, and water was spread, he would create history. After all, just comprehending one power would massively benefit a cultivator, yet Xiang Shaoyun had comprehended so many profundities.

  Chapter 702: Cross the Flame Line and Die

  Three days passed. Xiang Shaoyun did not manage to comprehend the profundity of flame, but he was reaching the edge of it. He had a sensation he needed something more to take that final step forward, as there were a few times when he attempted to take the final step yet was pushed away.

  However, he did not act with undue haste. Instead, he stopped his meditation session. He could sense a group of people heading toward him. There were about 30 people in the group, led by a third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator. This was a decently powerful group.

  When Xiang Shaoyun swept his gaze over, he found that he could not recognize any of their faces. They did not seem like Di Alliance members. Rather, they were probably members of a different faction.

  "Here to look for trouble?" Xiang Shaoyun said with a sigh.

  Competition was stiff in the Flame Mountains. The numerous genius disciples would fight each other for cultivation spots and flame spirits. All that was for the sake of obtaining more cultivation resources.

  Hence, Xiang Shaoyun wasn't surprised that trouble was coming his way. With great vigor, the group arrived halfway up the mountain. They saw Xiang Shaoyun standing on a certain boulder. As the wind blew on him, his sleeves fluttered about. His presence was ethereal as if he was an immortal exuding the supreme bearing of a young tyrant.

  He did not even spare them a glance. His gaze was focused at the distance, his face calm, as if everything was already within his grasp and unworthy of his attention. This sight of him caused the group to stop in their tracks.

  They had a sensation that Xiang Shaoyun seemed to have become one with the world. It was as if he was the master of this place, and everything here was under his control. Nobody would be able to disobey him within this zone of control. They did not know why they would have such a feeling, but they knew it was a thought they had to discard. Only then would they be able to advance.

  The leader shouted, "Xiang Shaoyun, get lost if you know what's good for you. Otherwise, don't blame us for being impolite!"

  This was a group of neutral disciples that had not joined any factions. Even this grouping was temporary, having been created due to someone's instigation.

  Xiang Shaoyun finally lowered his head and looked at them. Using his fingers as a sword, he lightly slashed at the air.

  Swish!

  A fiery crack then appeared ahead of him. It was clear and visible to the eye.

  "Cross the flame line, and you die," Xiang Shaoyun declared.

  As he spoke, a presence of dragon and tiger unfurled from him. Instantly, an unrivaled aura engulfed his surroundings and suppressed the disciples around him.

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bsp; A suffocating sensation assaulted the disciples as if a sharp blade was hanging above their heads. So long as they resist, the sharp blade would drop and pierce their skulls, killing them without a burial ground. At the same time, the pressure also felt like the will of a dreadful monarch, one that caused them to not even dare to think of resisting. Numerous proud heads were lowered.

  Of the genius disciples who had arrived with much fanfare, half of them had lost the will to fight and started considering retreat. A part of them was still able to persist, but their belief had still been shaken, and their will had weakened. Only the leader still maintained a clear mind, but the pressure Xiang Shaoyun was exerting on them was truly quite massive.

  "I refuse to believe you're really that strong!" one of them suddenly roared as he gritted his teeth and stepped over the flame line.

  The moment he did so, a mighty power erupted from the flame line. He was prepared for the incoming trouble as he focused all his power into his lower body to push the eruption back into the ground.

  However, the fiery eruption contained the power Xiang Shaoyun had comprehended during the past few days. It now carried a slight trace of the power of the profundity of flame. Coupled with their environment, the flame line erupted with a might that an ordinary person could not stop.

  "AHHH!"

  The person mustered all his strength only to fail at suppressing the fiery eruption. His entire body ignited, and he wailed in pain. Like an artillery shell, he was sent flying, and he crashed not far away. There, he flailed and rolled, trying to extinguish the flame engulfing his body.

  He himself was a flame cultivator. He had initially believed he could absorb the flame covering his body, but he found that there was some sort of power within the flame, an inextinguishable power that made it hard for him to escape.

  When the others saw, they went to help him. Only after great difficulty did they manage to extinguish the flame. But by then, he was barely alive. His entire body was scorched black, his body riddled with terrifying wounds that gripped one's heart.