Volume 1 Volume 7 Chapter 97

Volume 7 Chapter 97: The Eerie Treasure Hunt (28)

When Grand Tantian and Asura, along with many experts from the Shura Clan, returned to the Shura Clan’s main base, they saw the ancestor of the Zhong family, like a mad tiger, single-handedly fighting against more than twenty Shura Clan experts.

The cultivator of the Zhong family is one of the few among human cultivators who can effectively injure Shura Clan experts. Whether it’s the terrifying and deadly death energy or the strange and troublesome corpse poison, even with the Shura Clan’s Immortal Body, a slight touch means they won’t recover for a hundred or eighty years.

The ancestor of the Zhong family is the strongest cultivator that the Zhong family has ever seen.

However, the ancestor of the Zhong family has too many opponents, as many as twenty times more than him. Among them, there are three whose strength is equal to the ancestor’s. Although these Shura Clan masters have already fought fiercely for many days, the previous struggle with Zhang Xusheng has still drained a lot of his Spirit Qi.

At this moment, the ancestor of the Zhong family had already used the forbidden technique of the Zhong family—"Human-corpse Fusion." Relying on the powerful destructive force of death energy and corpse poison, he quickly killed two Shura Clan masters, one of whom was equal in strength to him.

However, after merging, half of the twelve arms and six fierce heads of the ancestor of the Zhong family were destroyed in the battle, and thick blood and flesh were splattered all over him.

Nevertheless, with the ancestor of the Zhong family holding back the Shura Clan masters, countless zombies from the Zhong family also caused great damage to the remaining new generation of Shura Clan members. After all, the new generation does not have the abnormal "Immortal Body."

"Aoo…"

Arriving at the main camp, seeing the chaos in the world, all the Shura Clan masters, including Grand Tantian and Asura, were stunned.

No one expected that while they were plotting against humans, such a situation would arise at their main camp.

With a thunderous roar from Grand Tantian, all the Shura Clan masters quickly left the battlefield, forming a row and quietly floating in front of Grand Tantian, bowing in respect. They completely ignored the ancestor of the Zhong family, thinking that with Grand Tantian’s arrival, the ancestor was nothing but a dead man.

"Hmph!"

Although the battle between the ancestor of the Zhong family and the masters of the Shura Clan had ended, a fierce fight between the new generation of Shura Clan members and countless zombies continued under everyone’s feet. Asura beside Grand Tantian, seeming to find it too noisy, frowned and gently waved his hand at the ground.

Without a sound, a blank area suddenly appeared where the two sides were fighting. The many zombies and a few Shura Clan members that were fighting fiercely here instantly turned to gas, disappearing from this world. The once solid ground and the huge mountain of corpses beneath the zombies and Shura Clan members also turned to gas. What appeared before everyone was a chasm over a hundred yards wide and extending for miles, seeming bottomless!

The power of a single strike is so great!

After doing all of this, Asura casually shook his right hand, which held terrifying power. With this movement, every Shura Clan master, except for Grand Tantian, involuntarily trembled and instinctively moved aside.

"What happened?"

Asura asked.

"It’s like this…"

Grand Routian, the leader of those who remained here, hurriedly moved forward a bit and bowed, carefully recounting everything that had happened during this time to Asura.

Although he and Asura were both among the top ten experts of the Shura Clan, even among the top ten, there was still a great distance between them. The respect and awe for the strong was an instinct of the Shura Clan.

Asura and Grand Tantian quietly listened to Grand Routian’s account. Even when they heard about the loss of the "Shura Holy Pearl," their expressions did not change at all. Grand Tantian remained cold, while Asura kept a gentle smile.

After Grand Routian finished speaking, Asura softly said, "Let me summarize. I told you to hold the stronghold, but you did not listen to me. Not only did you split your forces multiple times, causing the ‘Shura Holy Pearl’ to be lost… Oh, it was stolen by a group of humans who haven’t even reached the Golden Core Stage? And only three human experts appeared, each at different times, along with some useless shell of a person, leading to the death and injury of most of our new generation of Shura Clan members that have thrived over the years. Even six out of the twenty old generation Shura Clan members who stayed behind died? One of them was even among the top ten experts?"

"Yes, yes…"

The Shura Clan did not have sweat glands, but at this moment, Grand Routian felt as if he was covered in cold sweat.

"What a disgrace, to be used like this and yet remain completely unaware. It’s not easy to be this foolish…"

Saying this, Asura no longer paid attention to the trembling Grand Routian, but turned to Grand Tantian, who had been silent, bowed in respect, and then asked, "Clan leader, in this situation…"

Grand Tantian gently waved his hand, stopping Asura’s words. He swayed his body, and in the next moment, appeared in front of the ancestor of the Zhong family from a distance.

At that moment, the ancestor of the Zhong family was quietly hovering far away, watching the Shura Clan experts discuss among themselves. Though ignored, there was not the slightest change in the expression on the ancestor’s face.

He was just waiting for his next fate, that’s all.

However, upon seeing Grand Tantian suddenly appear, the old ancestor of the Zhong family couldn’t help but change his indifferent expression. Even with his level of power, he couldn’t figure out how Grand Tantian appeared before him.

"Zhong Kui, even though we have never met, we understand each other well. Just now, you faced twenty of my Shura Clan’s top warriors with one powerful strike. I admire your courage and bravery. Unlike you humans, we Shura Clan only admire warriors, regardless of enemy or friend. Because of your performance, I give you a chance to live…"

Saying this, Grand Tantian held up three fingers and softly said, "Three incense sticks worth of time. I know your Spirit Qi is greatly consumed right now, and I won’t take advantage of you. As long as you can survive in my presence for the time it takes to burn three incense sticks, I will not pursue this matter any further!"

Hearing Grand Tantian’s words, the old ancestor of the Zhong family shook his body and asked in a hoarse voice, "Is this true?"

"I never speak lightly."

On the other side, the experts of the Shura Clan were also shocked.

They were not surprised because Grand Tantian gave the old ancestor of the Zhong family a chance at this moment, but because Grand Tantian actually granted him three incense sticks of time!

It is important to know that the clan leader of the Shura Clan is also the strongest warrior. The top ten warriors of the Shura Clan, except for Asura, can only last for a maximum of one incense stick of time under Grand Tantian’s attack. The Shura Clan’s fighting style emphasizes a one-hit kill, and Grand Tantian’s way of fighting is even more so.

Everyone in the Shura Clan knew that although Grand Tantian seemed calm, he was actually very angry. He needed a battle to release his emotions.

The ancestor of the Zhong family, who felt that things were taking a turn for the better, did not know the cruel slaughter that awaited him!

"Let’s begin."

Grand Tantian said slowly.

The ancestor of the Zhong family looked serious. With a glimmer of hope for survival, he was not willing to give up. His previous thoughts of despair were gone, and he was now fully committed.

Taking a deep breath, a large amount of black death energy slowly emerged from his body, wrapping around the ancestor of the Zhong family, with faint howls like that of a Death God rising from the dark mist.

At the same time, beneath everyone’s feet, the tens of thousands of remaining zombies began to float slowly, as if caught in a terrifying whirlwind, spinning and crashing into each other, their bodies shattering, with blood and flesh mixing together.

Grand Tantian merely watched as the ancestor of the Zhong family cast his spell, showing no intention of stopping him.

After a long while, the whirlwind of death gradually subsided, revealing before everyone a terrifying creature made up of a mountain of flesh and blood, towering a hundred feet tall.

The demon roared silently into the sky, seeming joyful as it finally escaped from the depths of hell; then, it charged towards Grand Tantian, shaking the earth and changing the colors of the sky.

However, as soon as the demon moved, Grand Tantian, who had just been in front of the ancestor of the Zhong family, suddenly vanished.

In the next moment, Grand Tantian appeared at the demon’s head, and despite feeling incredibly small compared to its towering and fierce head, he showed no fear and swung his fist.

One punch!

With just one punch, the demon’s head shattered instantly.

For miles around, a rain of flesh and blood began to fall softly.

Yet, the demon summoned by the ancestor of the Zhong family was not so easily defeated.

In an instant, flesh rolled and surged, as a head grew back, while the demon continued to attack Grand Tantian.

However, Grand Tantian’s speed was incredibly fast; it seemed as if he hadn’t moved at all, but he had actually dodged the demon’s attack and returned to a distance, then swung his fist once again at the demon’s head.

Again, it was a rain of blood and flesh.

Just like that, Grand Tantian dodged the attacks of the demons while striking at their heads, smashing one after another as they appeared.

At the same time, the ancestor of the Zhong family was not idle, sending countless magical attacks toward Grand Tantian, but with just a slight movement of his body, no matter how large the attack was, he easily avoided them all.

If someone had slightly poor eyesight, they would only see the demon and the attacks from the Zhong family ancestor having no effect on him; as he shifted between reality and illusion, all attacks simply passed through him. In fact, to their eyes, Grand Tantian was mostly just a blur.

Absolute strength and absolute speed were the entirety of Grand Tantian’s power.

A simple combination, yet nearly an invincible one.

After about the time it takes to burn a stick of incense, the exhausted demons, devoid of any energy to revive, fell down with a loud crash, their massive bodies shattering and turning into a sea of blood.

Grand Tantian then slowly turned around, looking coldly at the ancestor of the Zhong family.

The ancestor of the Zhong family changed color in shock, just about to do something, but in the next moment, Grand Tantian silently appeared behind him and with one punch, the overwhelming force turned the ancestor’s right hand into a mist of blood.

The power was well controlled. Although one punch destroyed the right hand of the ancestor of the Zhong family, the other parts of his body were completely unharmed.

Just as the ancestor of the Zhong family turned to move, Grand Tantian appeared in front of him again and shattered his left hand.

Then, his left foot, right foot, limbs, waist, and chest…

The ancestor of the Zhong family watched helplessly as his body was crushed piece by piece by the seemingly otherworldly power of Grand Tantian, unable to react at all.

The speed was simply too fast, and by the end, the ancestor of the Zhong family was left with only a damaged head, yet he was still alive.

The final punch, and brain matter burst out!

…

When Grand Tantian returned among the powerful members of the Shura Clan, after a fierce battle, the anger in his heart had calmed, but everyone, including Asura, wore expressions of fear.

"Demon Ancestor…"

Grand Tantian murmured.

The ancestor of the Zhong family is very powerful, but unfortunately, he is just a typical top-tier warrior. After a brutal massacre, Grand Tantian suddenly remembered the legendary supreme warrior of humanity — the Demon Ancestor!

Perhaps only that legendary figure can allow him to fight to his heart’s content.

After closing his eyes to ponder for a moment, Grand Tantian slowly opened them and said to Asura, "Three things. First, our conflict with the Zhong family is clearly a plot. It appears to be Zhang Xusheng’s doing, but it seems the situation is not so simple. There should be other hidden forces, so we need to investigate thoroughly. Since they dared to scheme against us, they must be prepared for our revenge. Second, since the ‘Shura Holy Pearl’ is lost, we should implement our backup plan. Third, let all the warriors rest for thirty days. The top experts of humanity are now trapped inside the ‘Azure Crystal Treasure House’, so we should seize the time to launch a full attack on humanity’s stronghold and completely wipe out their remaining forces!"

"As you wish."

Asura bowed.

"Now, those humans should have realized they are trapped inside the ‘Azure Crystal Treasure House’, right? Will they be able to break through the ‘Training Realm’ before the ‘Azure Crystal Treasure House’ closes?"

After everyone from the Shura Clan except Asura had left, Grand Tantian quietly floated in the air, hands behind his back, gazing towards the direction of the ‘Azure Crystal Treasure House’, and softly said.

"Hehe, in this world, defeating others is not difficult, even if that person is stronger than you. The real challenge is to conquer yourself."

Asura said with a smile.

…

Outside the "Azure Crystal Treasure House," the winds were rising and the clouds were swirling. What was expected and what was unexpected had no meaning to Xu Qingfan and the others. After all, being deep inside the "Azure Crystal Treasure House," they could not change what was happening in the Shenzhou Continent.

Right now, Xu Qingfan and the others were extremely excited.

At least, Mr. Liu was very excited.

The precious "Spirit Sealing Talisman" was being used up quickly, and Mr. Liu’s speed in collecting treasures was also very fast, much faster than Xu Qingfan’s. Moreover, compared to Xu Qingfan, Mr. Liu had much more experience, and most of the treasures he collected were incredibly precious "Azure Crystal Dust"!

In the blink of an eye, thirty days had passed, and the treasure-hunting journey of everyone had finally come to an end.

There were still twenty days left until the exit of the "Azure Crystal Treasure House" would close. Since this time the "Azure Crystal Treasure House" journey included the Shura Clan, Xu Qingfan and the others had to return early just in case.

Although this journey in the Azure Crystal Treasure House was delayed for almost half of the time due to various matters, with the four working together, and with Mr. Liu’s many treasures and Xu Qingfan’s "Spirit Sealing Talismans" helping, the gains from this trip to the "Azure Crystal Treasure House" still exceeded everyone’s expectations.

Leaving behind the treasures received from Wen Ru, the four of them gained over four hundred "Azure Crystal Dust," nearly a hundred pieces of Five Elements Essence, hundreds of precious materials for refining tools, and tens of rare medicinal herbs that are over ten thousand years old during their visit to the "Azure Crystal Treasure House."

After dividing everything up, Xu Qingfan received ninety-four pieces of "Azure Crystal Dust" from this trip to the "Azure Crystal Treasure House," not counting the share for Jin Qinghan, Liu Ziqing, and Wang Zegang.

In addition, the treasures Xu Qingfan obtained included over a hundred pieces of various refining materials and Five Elements Essence, along with more than thirty medicinal herbs that are ten thousand years old.

Among the most precious items were "Golden Transformation Water," which can shape and enhance magical treasures, a ten-thousand-year-old Golden Essence that greatly increases defense, a "Sky Spirit Stone" that can transform the world’s Spirit Qi, "Spirit Crystals" that contain vast amounts of Spirit Qi, over a hundred "Imperishable Jade" pieces, and a "Heaven and Earth Azure Stone" infused with powerful forces of time and space.

These are not just legendary treasures; they will also be very useful for Xu Qingfan’s future weapon crafting.

Liu Ziqing and Wang Zegang each received around fifty pieces of "Azure Crystal Dust," and in addition, Liu Ziqing got a lot of excellent materials for making flying swords, while Wang Zegang’s materials were more mixed, including a few good magical treasures.

Additionally, Xu Qingfan reserved fifty pieces of "Azure Crystal Dust" and a large amount of metallic materials for Jin Qinghan.

However, the treasures that Xu Qingfan and the three others gathered, along with what they set aside for Jin Qinghan, were much less compared to Mr. Liu’s haul.

One can imagine that after a hundred years following the end of this trip to the "Azure Crystal Treasure House," Mr. Liu’s strength will surely increase greatly.

However, even though they had found so many treasures, everyone quickly calmed down after a brief moment of excitement and became very cautious on their way.

This was to guard against a possible sneak attack from the Shura Clan, and also to protect themselves from the cruel Wu Da.

Wu Da’s absence these days was truly unexpected for everyone.

But according to Xu Qingfan and Mr. Liu’s guesses, Wu Da would definitely strike before the "Azure Crystal Treasure House" closed.

They traveled in silence.

"Wu Da’s patience is impressive; he has managed to wait until now."

According to the display of the "Spirit Freezing Plate," they were not far from the exit, and Mr. Liu suddenly turned to Xu Qingfan with a smile and said.

"However, he should show up soon."

As soon as Xu Qingfan finished speaking, a figure suddenly appeared not far from them.