Chapter 292: The Battle Ends, Devouring a Soul

Chapter 292: The Battle Ends, Devouring a Soul

"Elder of Eagle Mountain?"

As soon as the name was spoken, the silence in Mo City was broken by a sudden wave of commotion. Countless shocked eyes turned toward the gray-haired, eagle-nosed elder who had just appeared in the sky, followed by exclamations from the crowd.

"Elder of Eagle Mountain? Is he really the same elder who ranked in the top three of the Black-Corner Region's Black List? He's still alive?"

"He never died. He just went into hiding to cultivate in seclusion. But to see this legendary elder, who once dominated the Black-Corner Region, reappear today—it's truly unexpected."

"He was a peak Dou Huang back then. After all these years, he's probably broken through to the Dou Zong level by now, right?"

"I can't believe Han Feng managed to summon him. Now Yuanfu is in serious trouble."

While the crowd behind buzzed with chatter, the atmosphere on the battlefield above was tense and heavy. Many eyes, filled with complicated emotions, turned toward Elder Eagle Mountain. Those on the Black Alliance side were filled with joy, while the members of Yuanfu had dark expressions, sensing the looming threat.

At this critical moment, the Black Alliance had gained a powerful ally, one that could tip the balance of power between the two factions!

Elder Eagle Mountain, however, remained expressionless as he floated in midair, his old face exuding a faint coldness and arrogance.

In a place like the Black-Corner Region, only the strong survived. Having once been among the top three on the Black List, Elder Eagle Mountain had earned his reputation through countless battles.

Even though he had been in seclusion for many years, his ruthless nature hadn't entirely faded. Anyone who dared to underestimate him now would likely pay the price in blood.

At that moment, the purple and gold hues in Mo Yu's eyes gradually faded, revealing his usual silver irises. He frowned slightly as he looked at Elder Eagle Mountain, recalling what he knew about the man.

In the original story, Elder Eagle Mountain had made several notable appearances, especially during the fight over the Bodhi Transformation Saliva at the Black Emperor Sect's auction. His strength as a four-star Dou Zong placed him among the top powerhouses in the Black-Corner Region.

What Mo Yu hadn't expected was that Elder Eagle Mountain and Han Feng had such a close relationship.

Mo Yu also remembered that after Han Feng was killed by Xiao Yan in the original story, Elder Eagle Mountain didn't seem to seek revenge for Han Feng.

But Mo Yu quickly shook his head. People in the Black-Corner Region were selfish and driven by personal interests. If Han Feng was alive, their relationship would remain valuable. But once Han Feng was dead, their bond would naturally dissolve.

Expecting Elder Eagle Mountain to avenge Han Feng's death would be foolish.

Unfortunately, Mo Yu was only one minute away from killing Han Feng with Uncle Snake's help when Elder Eagle Mountain arrived at this critical moment.

"Elder Eagle Mountain, do you intend to interfere in the matter between Yuanfu and the Black Alliance?" Mo Yu's silver eyes narrowed slightly as he stared at the gray-haired elder before him and asked in a low voice.

To the outsiders, it might have seemed like Mo Yu had easily defeated Han Feng in their previous fight, but Mo Yu knew the truth. Uncle Snake had reached his limit.

Unlike Yao Lao, who, as an alchemist, could still wield considerable power through his strong soul even without a physical body, Uncle Snake, the Seven-Winged Purple Gold Serpent, relied on the bloodline power of his physical form in combat.

While Uncle Snake could possess Mo Yu's body, Mo Yu wasn't a Seven-Winged Purple Gold Serpent, so the battle strength was reduced.

Moreover, without a physical body, Uncle Snake's bloodline power didn't recover as easily as Yao Lao's soul power. After the battle with Han Feng, Uncle Snake had nearly exhausted his energy. If he were to fight another Dou Zong expert, he would likely need to go into hibernation for a while.

"Yuanfu? Black Alliance? When did these two factions emerge in the Black-Corner Region?" Elder Eagle Mountain's eyes flickered with a hint of thought, but he quickly shook his head.

"I don't care about Yuanfu or the Black Alliance. Han Feng and I had some history, and I owe him a favor. If I hadn't received his distress signal while in seclusion, I would've ignored it. But since I happened to pass by today, I won't just stand by," Elder Eagle Mountain said, his cold eyes fixed on Mo Yu.

Despite his countless years of experience in the Black-Corner Region, Elder Eagle Mountain was surprised to find that he couldn't see through the silver-eyed young man before him. What's more, this boy, at such a young age, had nearly killed Han Feng.

Han Feng wasn't just any ordinary person. He was the third-ranked expert on the Black List and a peak Dou Huang!

"Cough... Elder Eagle Mountain, you've arrived just in time. Kill this brat quickly, and I'll help you refine three six-tier pills for free. Once I become a seven-tier alchemist in the future, I'll even give you a chance to have a seven-tier pill refined for free. You know my talent—achieving the rank of seven-tier alchemist in my lifetime is not out of reach."

Han Feng emerged from the rubble, coughing heavily. He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his face pale and his breath weak. Just moments earlier, he had felt the shadow of death looming over him.

As he thought about how close he had come to dying, a deep hatred filled his eyes as he glared at Mo Yu. Then, with a venomous tone, he turned to Elder Eagle Mountain and spoke.

Upon hearing Han Feng's words, the onlookers in Mo City gasped.

Three free six-tier pills and one seven-tier pill? That was practically offering three six-tier pills and one seven-tier pill!

Seven-tier pills, in particular, were incredibly valuable. Each one could spark a bloody battle in the Black-Corner Region. Even though Han Feng was currently a six-tier alchemist, few doubted his ability to break through to the seventh tier.

Not only was Han Feng known as the Medicine Emperor of the Black-Corner Region, but his teacher was the legendary Yao Chen, the continent's number one alchemist!

That name alone struck fear and awe throughout the Dou Qi Continent. Anyone who had dealings with the top forces on the continent was well aware of the terrifying prowess of Yao Chen, the legendary alchemist.

Elder Eagle Mountain was momentarily stunned by Han Feng's offer, and a gleam of joy appeared in his eyes. He looked at Mo Yu with a hint of ferocity.

The real reason he had come to Han Feng's aid wasn't just because of an old favor, but also because of Han Feng's impressive alchemy skills. If Han Feng had died, he wouldn't have sought revenge. However, since Han Feng was still alive, he remained valuable.

A six-tier alchemist with the potential to become a seven-tier alchemist was rare in the Black-Corner Region. The higher one's cultivation, the more they understood the importance of high-tier alchemists.

In the Central Plains, high-tier alchemists were welcomed and respected by the leaders of top-tier factions.

Noticing the fleeting killing intent in Elder Eagle Mountain's eyes, Mo Yu's face darkened. He hadn't expected Han Feng to go this far, making such desperate promises—and worse, Elder Eagle Mountain seemed to believe him.

A four-star Dou Zong would be difficult for Mo Yu to handle, even if Uncle Snake hadn't expended his strength battling Han Feng. In his current state, the challenge would be even greater.

Mo Yu's expression grew even darker.

Elder Eagle Mountain, noticing the change in Mo Yu's demeanor, felt a surge of confidence. Though he feared the tremendous power Mo Yu had unleashed earlier, his years of experience told him that power didn't belong to Mo Yu himself.

This kind of external power could provide a temporary boost, but it usually didn't last long.

If he could kill Mo Yu and claim the rewards Han Feng had promised, it would be well worth it.

With that thought, Elder Eagle Mountain extended his withered hand and clenched it tightly. The space around him twisted, and his cold gaze fell on Mo Yu.

Seeing this, Han Feng's face broke into a crazed, triumphant smile. His eyes gleamed with intense hatred as he hissed, "Kill him!"

Elder Eagle Mountain nodded slightly, his aura growing more intense. But just as he was about to make his move, he suddenly sensed something and paused, his brow furrowing as he looked toward the distant sky.

"Heh, Elder Eagle Mountain, I didn't expect you to get involved in such a petty matter. I heard you've been in seclusion for over a decade. Why not stay there and cultivate in peace instead of coming out to cause trouble?"

As the killing intent around Elder Eagle Mountain grew stronger, a calm yet ancient voice echoed from the horizon.

In the next moment, an elderly man in black robes appeared, walking through the air. Though he looked ordinary, his aura was no weaker than that of Elder Eagle Mountain.

When the people of Mo City saw the familiar face, their expressions turned to surprise.

It was none other than Su Qian, the Great Elder of Jia Nan Academy!

"It's the Great Elder of Jia Nan Academy! Why is he here?"

"Don't you remember? Yuanfu's leader, Mo Yu, is from Jia Nan Academy. Su Qian must be here to support Yuanfu."

"This is going to be interesting! Now Yuanfu also has a Dou Zong expert on their side. I didn't expect to witness so many Dou Zong experts battling today. It was definitely worth the trip!"

...

As Su Qian appeared, another wave of excited chatter broke out among the crowd.

"Su Qian, it's you. Long time no see. I remember when we last met, you were just an ordinary elder at Jia Nan Academy. I didn't expect you to have risen to the position of Great Elder," Elder Eagle Mountain said, his face darkening.

Though his words carried the tone of an old acquaintance meeting again, Jia Nan Academy and the Black-Corner Region had always been enemies. He and Su Qian were no exception.

Even though they didn't have any deep personal grudges, they certainly weren't on friendly terms. And with Su Qian's sudden appearance, his plan to kill Mo Yu seemed doomed.

"Mo Yu is a student of Jia Nan Academy, and Yuanfu is an allied faction. Elder Eagle Mountain, you should think carefully before making any rash decisions," Su Qian said coldly, his eyes sweeping over the battlefield. When he saw Yuanfu's members fighting fiercely against the Black Alliance, particularly the Fire Puppet holding its own against the Jin and Yin Elders, a flicker of surprise crossed his eyes.

Then, he turned back to Elder Eagle Mountain, his gaze cold and serious.

Afterward, Su Qian glanced at Mo Yu, and seeing that he was unharmed, he sighed in relief.

Mo Yu had exceeded his expectations. When Su Qian received news of the Black Alliance attacking Yuanfu, he had been deeply worried that Mo Yu wouldn't be able to hold out until his arrival.

However, the situation at the scene made Su Qian doubt whether Yuanfu was truly a faction created by Mo Yu.

An organization founded by a student from the Inner Academy had managed to suppress the Black Alliance, a coalition of several top factions led by Han Feng.

If not for the sudden arrival of Elder Eagle Mountain, the Black Alliance might have been wiped out by now.

"Are you threatening me? Apart from the headmaster of Jia Nan Academy, I've never feared anyone," Elder Eagle Mountain growled, his face darkening at Su Qian's warning.

"You can try," Su Qian replied with a cold smile.

At these words, Elder Eagle Mountain stiffened. Though he wasn't afraid of Su Qian, going against Jia Nan Academy was a decision that required careful consideration.

Seeing this, Han Feng's face also darkened. He hadn't expected Su Qian to arrive at such a crucial moment, ruining everything just as they were about to succeed.

But given the current situation, Han Feng had no choice but to suppress his hatred for Mo Yu. The two sides were evenly matched, and neither could easily defeat the other.

Bowing slightly to Elder Eagle Mountain, Han Feng said, "Thank you, Elder Eagle Mountain, for your help. I'd like to invite you to visit Feng City. If you agree, I will reward you generously."

"Oh? Since you're inviting me so earnestly, I won't refuse," Elder Eagle Mountain responded with a smile.

Seeing this, Han Feng was delighted. If he could convince Elder Eagle Mountain to join the Black Alliance, the balance of power between the Black Alliance and Yuanfu would change once again.

Turning to face Mo Yu, Han Feng's eyes gleamed coldly as he said, "The Black Alliance may have lost today, but we will return to settle this debt one day."

"Retreat!"

With that, Han Feng waved his hand and began leading the Black Alliance forces in retreat.

As soon as Han Feng's order was given, the Jin and Yin Elders, Fan Lao, and the other Black Alliance members fighting against Yuanfu quickly broke free from their opponents and began withdrawing.

"You think you can come and go from Mo City as you please? You're not leaving without paying a price!"

Just as the Black Alliance forces were about to retreat, Mo Yu's cold voice rang out.

With those words, the Fire Puppet, which had disengaged from its battle with the Jin and Yin Elders, suddenly moved. Like a burst of flame, it darted toward the end of the retreating Black Alliance forces, where Yuan Yi was located, and delivered a heavy kick.

Though the kick seemed casual, the sharp wind created by the motion left a sizable crater in the ground below. It was clear that even a high-tier Dou Huang wouldn't be able to withstand this strike, let alone Yuan Yi, a low-tier Dou Huang.

As the Fire Puppet's fiery leg swept through the air, the entire city fell into an eerie silence.

No one had expected the Fire Puppet to suddenly strike!

Yuan Yi's face paled. Just as he was preparing to defend himself, the fiery leg struck him.

"Boom!"

In front of the shocked eyes of everyone watching, the Fire Puppet's powerful kick connected with Yuan Yi's waist. The overwhelming force surged through him like a tidal wave, and the next moment, Yuan Yi's body was sent flying into the air. He crashed to the ground, landing right in front of Mo Yu with a sickening crack of bones, the sound echoing through the quiet city.

"What a pity. It would've been ideal to capture Han Feng's soul, but with the sudden turn of events, I'll have to settle for you instead."

Looking down at Yuan Yi's lifeless body, Mo Yu shook his head and muttered softly. A moment later, the Black Lotus Soul Lightning flashed in his hand, and a strange suction force surged outward.

As the suction force grew stronger, a translucent soul slowly emerged from Yuan Yi's body and was pulled into the Black Lotus Soul Lightning, vanishing without a trace.

(End of Chapter)

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