ALL OF YOU HAVE TO DIE!
ALL OF YOU HAVE TO DIE!
"That silver feather," several individuals in the vicinity couldn't help but take notice of the precious object in Di Yu's grasp. Despite his grievous injuries, the slicing force summoned by the silver feather cast a radiant azure glow that carved a path between the two combatants. Unfortunately, the expert who had earlier attempted to shield Di Yu ended up sliced into two by the sheer force of the item. In the presence of that azure radiance, human flesh's defense proved as feeble as a sheet of paper, easily torn apart.
"What an immensely potent treasure! A single feather containing such an unimaginable baleful aura. The Di Clan, one of the Seven Supreme Clans in the Royal Sacred Region, claims lineage from the blood of an ancient primordial bird of prey known as the Azure Roc. They are all skilled practitioners of the Azure Roc technique, and the guardian beast of the Di Clan is rumored to be none other than a living, ancient Azure Roc that has roamed for tens of thousands of years. Could this feather originate from that formidable creature?"
If Qin Wentian had been half a step slower in his reaction earlier, that silver feather might have severed him cleanly in two. Fortunately, his speed was enough to save him from such a fate.
The Di Clan undeniably treasured this little ancestor as if he were a priceless gem. With that silver feather, those in the Heavenly Dipper Realm who harbored intentions to kill him might meet their demise instead. Even Celestial Phenomenon Ascendants might fall victim to a momentary lapse in vigilance. No wonder his bodyguards allowed Di Yu to fight without a hint of worry.
Nevertheless, they hadn't anticipated Qin Wentian's methods to be equally formidable. The moment he initiated his assault, Di Yu scarcely had any chance to retaliate. That initial spear strike had nearly snatched away Di Yu's life, leaving him no opportunity to deploy that silver feather. The second halberd strike posed a similar deadly threat.
At present, onlookers witnessed Di Yu clutching that azure feather. He had held on until the very last moment before using it, intending to eliminate Qin Wentian. However, he hadn't foreseen Qin Wentian's swift reaction or his proficiency in psychic attacks, which had devastated his sea of consciousness. Now, all his bodyguards encircled him protectively, leaving no room for Qin Wentian to seize an opportunity to kill Di Yu.
These individuals released their auras, their expressions ice-cold as their unbridled killing intent radiated outward without restraint.
Suddenly, one among them emitted a piercing whistle that resonated through the air, its volume so deafening it made the eardrums of those who heard it shudder. Everyone understood the intent behind this act—to summon the experts of the Supreme Di Clan to the scene.
"Today, no matter who you are, don't even dream of leaving here alive," declared the individual who had blown the whistle. He possessed formidable cultivation at the eighth level of Heavenly Dipper and glared menacingly at Qin Wentian. If this person escaped with his life today, considering the little ancestor's temperament, he would undoubtedly take out his fury on his escorts.
"What an audacious claim," a cold snort echoed, and several white-robed maidens made their appearance. Surprisingly, these young women were all exceptionally beautiful, captivating the spectators with their radiance. It was quite a spectacle—what was happening today to bring forth such a bevy of beautiful maidens?
These maidens formed a circle around the battlefield, trapping the Di Clan's experts within their formation. Their eyes gleamed with cold determination as they fixed their gaze on Di Yu. "Di Yu of the Supreme Di Clan has insulted and humiliated the Holy Maiden of our Medicine Sovereign Valley. If he offers a sincere apology today, we might consider sparing your wretched lives."
"Holy Maiden of the Medicine Sovereign Valley?" The expressions of the onlookers nearby were a mixture of astonishment and realization. Suddenly, everything made sense. The reason this woman exuded such an exceptional aura was that she was not just any ordinary person; she was a fifth-ranked alchemist and the Holy Maiden of the Medicine Sovereign Valley.
The Supreme Di Clan, as one of the Seven Supreme Clans, had always been known for their arrogance and dominance, primarily because they possessed the strength to back up their attitude. Witnessing this scene unfold, excitement and anticipation danced across the faces of the crowd. The ongoing battle had taken an intriguing turn; the Supreme Di Clan had unwittingly offended the Medicine Sovereign Valley. Even if more experts from the Di Clan arrived, would they dare to lay a finger on the maidens of the Medicine Sovereign Valley? Such an act would transform this conflict from a matter between younger generations into something of much greater consequence—a conflict that could potentially ignite a full-scale war!
Within the Supreme Di Clan, shock and dismay coursed through their hearts, reflecting in their increasingly unpleasant expressions. Di Yu had earlier expressed his desire to abduct the Holy Maiden and even spoke of ravaging her to her death. Had Mo Qingcheng been an ordinary woman, it might have been brushed off. However, she was a fifth-ranked alchemist and the Holy Maiden of the Medicine Sovereign Valley, a status akin to the eight era-suppressing geniuses of their generation.
Those eight exceptional talents represented the pinnacle of their respective martial paths. Similarly, the Holy Maiden of the Medicine Sovereign Valley had achieved the utmost in the field of alchemy.
Nevertheless, now that a confrontation had unfolded, it was impossible to resolve it peacefully with words alone.
"So, it's the Holy Maiden of the Medicine Sovereign Valley herself. This is simply perfect. Just marry me, and I'll graciously allow you to become my lawful wife; I won't relegate you to a concubine," Di Yu sneered. Despite his seemingly pleasant tone, a sinister undertone pervaded his words. Such was the arrogance of the little ancestor from the Supreme Di Clan—asking him to yield was simply out of the question!
Mo Qingcheng's countenance grew frigid. She had refrained from speaking earlier, standing by Qin Wentian's side. However, Di Yu's repeated insults and provocations had pushed her patience to its limit. Even a saint would be incensed by his relentless remarks, let alone Mo Qingcheng, who had a rather short temper, particularly during the time before she regained her memories of Qin Wentian.
"Kill him," Mo Qingcheng's voice dripped with ice as she issued her chilling command. After all, Di Yu had openly declared his intention to abduct her as his wife right in front of her husband, Qin Wentian. How could she not be infuriated?
"As you wish," the maidens from the Medicine Sovereign Valley advanced toward Di Yu, their determined expressions contrasting with the azure feather held tightly in his hands, which emitted a menacing gleam.
Fan Le and his companions were equally stunned by the revelation. Mo Qingcheng was none other than the Holy Maiden of the Medicine Sovereign Valley. When they first arrived in the Royal Sacred Region, they had heard about the major powers here, including the Medicine Sovereign Valley. Little did they know that their friend Mo Qingcheng was the esteemed Holy Maiden!
"Who would have thought that our reunion day would also be the day we have to eliminate this little troublemaker," Ouyang Kuangsheng remarked with an emotionless tone, surrounded by crackling lightning imbued with a tyrannical aura. His cultivation had reached the fourth level of Heavenly Dipper, thanks to the inheritance of the Grand Xia Tyrant Emperor, which had greatly enhanced his strength. In addition to him, Fan Le, Chu Mang, and Yun Mengyi were all at the fourth level, while Qin Zheng had broken through to the fifth level.
However, Qin Wentian remained unfazed by this development. He understood that back in the Unmatched Realm, Qin Zheng had been a figure akin to him and Yun Mengyi, gaining the approval of all thirty-six mountains. Even Ouyang Kuangsheng hadn't achieved such a feat. It was important to note that many geniuses from the transcendent powers in Grand Xia entered the Unmatched Realm, but only a handful managed to earn the approval of all thirty-six mountains.
"Fatty and Chu Mang, that little troublemaker's silver feather is incredibly potent. You two will provide support with your archery skills to keep him suppressed. Qin Zheng, control the tempo with your Mandate of Space. Yun Mengyi, restrict their movements with your ice-based attacks. Let's eliminate them all," Ouyang Kuangsheng declared, a wild grin stretching across his face. The rest of the group nodded in agreement, clearly accustomed to fighting alongside one another. Such situations had likely arisen frequently since they left Grand Xia.
Chu Mang and Fan Le retrieved their bows, summoning their astral souls and novas simultaneously. With a soaring leap, they ascended into the sky. The whisper of death filled the air as a relentless barrage of arrows rained down, seemingly unending until Di Yu met his demise.
"Have they lost their minds? Don't they value their lives? They know full well that Di Yu hails from the Supreme Di Clan, yet they're attempting to kill him?" Onlookers from a distance couldn't help but feel their hearts race with astonishment. This time, it seemed the little ancestor had kicked a steel wall.
"KILL THEM ALL!" Di Yu barked coldly, clutching the silver feather tightly. As volleys of arrows headed his way, his silver feather sliced through the air with blinding speed, projecting a cold azure light that seemed poised to cut apart all arrows within several hundred meters. Yet, at the precise moment of his attack, those arrows suddenly altered their trajectories, evading the deadly beam of blue light.
"You think you can kill me with such an attack?" Di Yu sneered. An image of an ancient, fierce bird appeared behind him as azure light enveloped his entire body. The divine armor he had worn earlier transformed, his open hand morphing into sharp claws as he reached out to snatch the redirected arrows.
Meanwhile, in the midst of the intense combat, the maidens from the Medicine Sovereign Valley clashed fiercely with those from the Supreme Di Clan. The air resonated with the clash of astral souls and novas, radiating a dazzling brilliance.
"Wait here for me," Qin Wentian whispered to Mo Qingcheng beside him. He then stepped forward, and above his head, the astral nova of the King Sword materialized, bathing the area in a terrifying aura of sword power.
Qin Wentian's eyes turned icy as he moved through the air, each step seemingly resonating within the hearts of those present. It was as if his very presence sent sword qi coursing through their bodies.
"Protect the young master!" Di Yu's bodyguards sprang into action. However, they soon realized to their horror that they were powerless against the Seven Annihilations Swordplay. The attacks Di Yu endured mirrored their own!
With the fifth step, waves of sword qi swept through the battlefield. Di Yu's composure crumbled as he coughed up more blood, while a frigid intent descended. Yun Mengyi unleashed her powers, enveloping the experts in a biting frost that sapped their strength.
"My elder brother will arrive soon, and he will slaughter all of you!" Di Yu raged, blood staining his lips.
"HOLD!"
As if in response to Di Yu's challenge, a voice saturated with seething anger resonated through the heavens. It carried an unfathomable aura of murderous intent. An astonishing beam of radiant blue light streaked across the sky, racing towards their location at blinding speed. The sheer velocity of its approach left the onlookers utterly stunned.
"He's only at the seventh level of Heavenly Dipper, yet his presence surpasses even eighth-level Heavenly Dipper Sovereigns."
"It appears that Di Shi has arrived. Things are about to take a drastic turn."
Whispers and speculations filled the air. Di Shi, an era-suppressing genius capable of defeating ninth-level Heavenly Dipper Sovereigns, was known for his overwhelming strength.
"ALL OF YOU MUST PERISH! PERISH!" Di Yu jeered triumphantly as he observed his elder brother's arrival. His demeanor took a malevolent turn as he once again slashed out with the silver feather. Blood still oozed from his lips, and he had never before experienced such a wretched state. He thirsted for vengeance, determined to exact retribution from anyone who had crossed him, be it a Saint Child or a Holy Maiden.
"DIE!" Qin Wentian advanced another step, completing the sixth step of his relentless march. Di Yu's voice abruptly ceased as a ferocious sword qi tore through his internal organs. He convulsively spat out a profuse amount of blood, as though clinging to his last breath. The radiant azure light arrived, carrying the wrath of the heavens. Even Di Yu's eyes glinted with blue fury, and wherever his gaze fell, no one dared to meet it head-on. It seemed as though a single glance from him could be lethal.
"Puchi!" A faint sound reverberated, and a maiden from the Medicine Sovereign Valley met her demise, disintegrating into a cascade of blood beneath the azure light. Subsequently, that shimmering azure radiance streaked like lightning, hurtling directly toward Qin Wentian!