You Don’t Need Me Anymore

You Don't Need Me Anymore

Although Qin Wentian was just one man, those who watched him with their perception didn't feel that he was in any way inferior to the combined might of the five opponents. The weight of being the top ranker in the Immortal Martial Realm was clearly evident to the spectators. In the outside world, rumors had it that Qin Wentian's name deserved to be added to the list of era-suppressing geniuses. The upcoming battle with Di Shi on the Sacred Battle Platform filled everyone's hearts with anticipation.

If Qin Wentian could defeat Di Shi, everything would fall into place.

The onlookers saw the golden light radiating from Qin Wentian, engulfing the entire sky. The illusory wings transformed into tangible, gigantic roc wings. He appeared as though he was on the verge of turning into a real roc.

The Golden Roc Art could be combined with the Fiend Transformation Art, allowing for a greater variety of transformations.

Bzzz!

A fierce wind howled as a streak of golden lightning shot through the air, heading straight for the gigantic rock. Its speed was terrifying, and an incredibly formidable bloodline power surged within it, accompanied by torrents of demonic qi that reached towards the heavens.

"Trap him," one of the five ordered in a low voice upon witnessing Qin Wentian's lightning-fast approach. Subsequently, one of the eighth-level Heavenly Dipper Sovereigns unleashed his astral souls and novas, summoning an enormous, ancient vine that blotted out the sun and lashed out toward Qin Wentian, attempting to restrain his movements.

When a cultivator reached the eighth level of Heavenly Dipper, their astral novas became significantly more powerful. This ancient vine had an exceptionally vast range and could effortlessly bind its target. Such control-type astral novas were exceedingly dangerous. Once one's movements were restricted, they were left with no option but to await their doom.

"Huala..." A clear sound echoed as the ancient vine was shredded into pieces under the golden light, disintegrating inch by inch and causing the attacker's expression to change drastically. The laceration effect of those golden wings could even tear apart his astral nova, displaying incredible sharpness. This strength sent a shiver down his spine.

RUMBLE!

A palm imprint transformed into a colossal mountain peak, hurtling toward Qin Wentian. However, the golden roc's silhouette didn't falter; its wings effortlessly sliced through the mountain peak. In the blink of an eye, Qin Wentian was rushing towards another eighth-level Heavenly Dipper Sovereign on the gigantic rock. It seemed that nothing could restrain his movements.

The expression on the man's face underwent a rapid transformation as he witnessed Qin Wentian raise his palms and deliver a Star-Seizing Palm attack. A dazzling array of runic lights materialized, converging into a singular force that crashed into the man, sending him hurtling backward and crashing brutally into a mountain wall. The wall disintegrated upon impact, and the eighth-level Heavenly Dipper Sovereign's figure vanished from view. It was clear that they operated on entirely different levels, despite the man's cultivation at the eighth level of Heavenly Dipper.

The spectators were left deeply stunned by this display of combat prowess. Even an eighth-level Heavenly Dipper Sovereign appeared powerless in front of Qin Wentian, suppressed with a single strike. How could they even continue the fight?

A brilliant radiance illuminated the sky, and numerous resplendent astral souls and novas burst into existence. It was evident that the remaining opponents decided to unleash their full strength. However, at that very moment, an overwhelming golden light radiated from Qin Wentian, causing the four remaining foes to question their own vision. In their sight, multiple incarnations of Qin Wentian suddenly materialized, each adorned with golden wings, gazing down at them with an air of loftiness and arrogance.

RUMBLE!

Millions of incarnations unleashed a simultaneous attack, their collective might exploding outward, creating a devastating wave of destruction. The remaining four felt an unending barrage of palm imprints engulfing the entire space. Their expressions turned exceedingly grim as they scrambled to defend.

A series of thunderous rumblings echoed, and several deep craters appeared in the mountain wall behind the gigantic rock. Three of them were forcefully thrust into the mountain, coughing up blood from their injuries. Only the white-clad man who had pursued Qing`er managed to withstand the assault, although his face turned ashen.

The wind whistled, and Qin Wentian floated right in front of him. His golden wings flapped, generating miniature tornadoes that sent gravel and sand swirling through the air chaotically. His eyes, filled with an air of malevolence, looked down upon the man. Qin Wentian stood there quietly, yet he exuded the aura of an overlord, supreme and untouchable.

"Get lost. From now on, you are not allowed to appear in front of Qinger," Qin Wentian declared coldly, his icy words resonating through the air. It was as though he wasn't merely addressing the man in white but making a proclamation to the entire sect. If it weren't for his protection, Qinger would likely never have come to the Battle Sword Sect. In the past, she had always been by his side, yet she had taken great care to never allow him to see her. This maiden, as ethereal as a snow lotus, always preferred solitude and silence. How could he not be enraged when these individuals persisted in harassing her?

The white-robed man wore an ashen expression on his face. He coldly snorted and turned away, leaving the area. His four comrades crawled out of the mountain, each bearing varying degrees of injuries. They too hurriedly made their exit, no longer exuding the carefree air they had earlier. This battle had been truly humiliating, and their pride had been thoroughly shattered.

The spectators withdrew their perception, sighing in admiration. Even a ninth-level Heavenly Dipper Sovereign had chosen to depart rather than engage in a head-on fight with Qin Wentian, realizing the vast disparity in their strengths. Qin Wentian's effortless display of his combat prowess had left a deep impression on everyone. The Immortal Martial Realm was indeed the resting place of geniuses, but it also witnessed the rise of truly exceptional individuals.

Upon exiting the Immortal Martial Realm, Qin Wentian had undergone a remarkable transformation.

With the Fiend Art Transformation augmented by his bloodline power, he now exuded an aura similar to that of an eighth-level Heavenly Dipper cultivator. Facing opponents of the same level posed no pressure at all. Coupled with his explosively enhanced strength, only those at the demon-level with a ninth-level Heavenly Dipper cultivation base could hope to contend with him.

Di Shi had boasted about claiming the title of "Unrivalled in Heavenly Dipper." Since Qin Wentian dared to challenge him, he couldn't afford to be weak.

Qin Wentian sheathed his sword qi and returned to Qinger's side. However, he found that Qinger remained as aloof as ever. She glanced at him briefly before turning and heading back to her lodgings.

This sight left Qin Wentian somewhat perplexed. Something seemed amiss with Qing`er.

"Qinger, what's wrong?" Qin Wentian followed her inside, but Qinger didn't respond. She continued walking silently, reaching the pavilion in her courtyard and gazing over the horizon as if lost in thought.

Qin Wentian sensed that Qing`er's emotions were deeply troubled. He didn't press her with more questions but stood quietly by her side.

Throughout the years, it had always been Qing`er protecting him. Now, with his significantly improved strength, he had been looking forward to being able to protect her.

The cool morning breeze rustled Qing`er's hair as she lowered her head and spoke softly, "I've completed the mission master assigned to me. From now on, you won't need me anymore."

Her gentle words were like a cool morning breeze piercing Qin Wentian's heart, causing him to tremble involuntarily.

"From now on, you won't need me anymore."

This simple statement inflicted an intense pain in Qin Wentian's heart. Was Qing`er planning to leave him?

He remembered that Qing`er had initially been by his side because of Fairy Qingmei's orders. Over the years, even though she rarely appeared, she was always the first to come to his aid when he was in danger. She preferred to remain in the shadows, to the point where people almost forgot about her existence.

But how could Qin Wentian ever forget her? It had been a full ten years since he was a youth in Chu, and she had silently protected him all this time. He had grown accustomed to her presence, to the extent that he had forgotten that there might come a day when she would leave him.

Yet, with her mission completed, what reason would she have to stay by his side?

Silence enveloped them, broken only by the whispering wind. Qin Wentian gazed into the horizon, feeling the cold breeze that seemed to penetrate his very soul. Perhaps it was the chill of the morning wind, or perhaps it was the storm of emotions surging within him. He found himself muttering, "The morning wind is truly chilly today."

Qing`er, her delicate hands gripping the corners of her shirt, eventually relaxed after speaking. She remained as stunning as ever, her icy demeanor flawless. She observed Qin Wentian, who had forced a smile but quickly averted his gaze, fixating it on the horizon. He was afraid to look at her for too long, fearing his emotions might overpower him.

Qing`er simply continued to watch him. After a while, she declared with resolve, "I won't leave."

Qin Wentian's eyes brightened, the spark of hope returning. "Really?"

"This place is suitable for cultivation," Qing`er nodded gently. With that, she turned and headed back to her lodgings. Watching her retreating figure, a radiant smile spread across Qin Wentian's face, and he breathed a sigh of relief.

Qing`er seemed to be connected to some immensely powerful forces in the world. If she truly left, Qin Wentian couldn't guarantee he would ever see her again in this lifetime. How could he bear to part with her?

In a flash, Qin Wentian flickered away, returning to his own residence. There, he found Lin Shuai and Duan Han waiting for him.

"Senior brother Lin," Qin Wentian greeted Lin Shuai with a smile.

"We didn't disturb you earlier because we saw you at junior sister Qing`er's residence. Master wants me to convey a message to you. Let's discuss it in the courtyard," Lin Shuai explained.

"Of course," Qin Wentian agreed. This must be a matter of great importance if Sword Sovereign Ling Tian had sent Lin Shuai to find him.

In the courtyard, Lin Shuai and Qin Wentian sat down. Lin Shuai fixed his gaze on Qin Wentian and said, "Junior brother Qin, the elder from the Royal Sacred Clan who died in the Immortal Martial City held a highly esteemed position. He wasn't just an ordinary elder; he was also a master of divine weapon refinement and ranked highly in the Grand Shang Faction of the Royal Sacred Clan. His death has infuriated the entire Grand Shang Faction, and they are pressuring our Battle Sword Sect to hand you over. They even have intentions of targeting the Medicine Sovereign."

Qin Wentian's heart surged with alarm. He had anticipated that the elder's death would create a major upheaval.

"The Royal Sacred Sect's internal politics are incredibly complex, and the competition between factions is intense. The most influential faction among them is the Core Faction, which reports directly to the Sacred Emperor. The orders to target the Medicine Sovereign appear to have originated from the Core Faction. As a result, the pressure has shifted onto you. Our Battle Sword Faction has refused to hand you over, and many conflicts have erupted within the Royal Sacred Clan as a result."

Lin Shuai sighed wryly and continued, "What's even worse is that other factions, such as the Violet Thunder Faction and the Great Earth Faction, also seem to hold grudges against you, exacerbating the situation."

"However, our ancestor, the former sect leader of our Battle Sword Sect, has already spoken on this matter. If they dare to send Celestial Phenomenon Ascendants to target you, it would amount to declaring an all-out war against our Battle Sword Sect. The significance of this cannot be overstated. At the same time, the ancestor wants to know if you would consider joining the Royal Sacred Sect now. If you agree, it would undoubtedly be much safer than your current situation," Lin Shuai inquired.