Chapter 403 Breakthrough Secured

When Chen Fei was ejected from the light gate, he landed right in front of the Travel Gate.

He was quite familiar with the basic layout of the Ghost King Palace, and after taking just one glance, he raised an eyebrow.

“Looks like I was a bit slow… but the gains were worth it.”

Crack! His clenched fists erupted with explosive energy.

Once someone entered a Travel Gate, its seal would close.

Right now, only the Water Gate’s sigil was still glowing—

a clear sign someone was still inside.

“So someone took my slot, huh?”

Chen Fei let out a cold chuckle but didn’t panic at all.

Instead, he sat down cross-legged right before the Water Gate.

Let’s see which bastard dared to steal what’s mine.

Despite still being confused about Fang Ping’s cryptic warning, Chen Fei had a good impression of the man.

His words echoed in Chen Fei’s mind—

“Was he telling me not to absorb the soul bone’s Dao power?”

By now, Chen Fei was no novice.

He had a decent understanding of his own Path.

From what Fang Ping said, perhaps absorbing too much Dao power from soul bones could backfire?

“In the end, strength you forge yourself is always the most reliable,”

Chen Fei murmured with a smile and released his restraint on the Void Heaven Cauldron.

Immediately, the soul bone Fang Ping had given him turned into a streak of light and entered his body.

Before the Void Heaven Cauldron, even such a rare soul bone was nothing more than fuel—

just like that evil god’s finger he had devoured in the past.

This soul bone was exceptional, its Dao energy extremely rich.

As soon as the Cauldron began devouring it, the Law Enforcement Hall began to glow and tremble faintly in response.

But Chen Fei had no time to pay attention.

The moment the Cauldron absorbed the soul bone, a wave of unbearable pain tore through his body!

The Dao energy was richer and purer than anything he’d ever experienced.

His cultivation soared as a result.

“Peak of the Human Path Realm!”

Chen Fei’s eyes lit up.

It had been a long time since he felt the thrill of rapid advancement.

But this time, unlike in the past, there was no instability.

Thanks to Fang Ping’s “training regimen,” Chen Fei’s control over his body now far exceeded his cultivation.

He had once worried whether he could reach the Earth Path Realm—

but now, it was clear in his mind:

No doubt. He would.

Releasing his focus, Chen Fei let the breakthrough happen.

After fully absorbing the power of the soul bone, his cultivation solidified at the peak of the Human Path Realm.

With a thought, the Wufeng Greatsword floated before him.

“Once I reach the Earth Path Realm, I can reforge you—then begin nourishing your soul.”

Chen Fei looked at the sword fondly.

Thanks to numerous encounters and chances, the Wufeng Sword had developed a trace of sentience.

Once Chen Fei stepped into the Earth Path Realm and nurtured it within his domain, the sword would form a Soul Spirit.

When that happened, the Wufeng Sword would become a true spiritual treasure—

a living artifact with immense power.

Of course, that kind of evolution wasn’t cheap.

Even in a holy land like Tianqing, the cost would start at tens of thousands of contribution points.

Too steep… Might as well go check out Beihuang instead.

Chen Fei thought to himself.

Just as he was admiring the Wufeng Sword, the Water Gate began to ripple.

Chen Fei lifted his head and smiled coldly at whoever was about to step out.

At this moment, Wang Fang was absolutely elated.

Ever since he’d met Chen Fei, he’d been getting crushed repeatedly.

As the young master of the Bloodcloud Sect, his pride had taken blow after blow.

He knew he was at a disadvantage—without awakening the Blood Pearl, all he could do was swallow the shame and wait patiently for his chance.

Now?

Chen Fei hadn’t even made it through the Ten Direction Gates,

so Wang Fang took his spot and claimed the Water Gate’s treasures.

“Heh… Chen Fei, I should really thank you!

The soul bones inside the Water Gate were incredible!

My Blood Amber Pearl is fully restored!”

But just as he was basking in triumph—

“Oh? Wang Fang, eh? It’s been a few days, and your dog-guts have grown bolder.”

Chen Fei’s mocking voice cut through the air.

He had already decided—this Ghost King Palace trip would be the perfect chance to settle old scores, and Wang Fang was at the top of the list.

Can’t keep shearing the same sheep forever—eventually, they go bald.

Not that Wang Fang had anything worth stealing, but stealing Chen Fei’s chance was a death sentence.

And just as Chen Fei was getting ready to act, Wang Fang turned around—his body stiffened the moment he saw him.

“Chen Fei!”

Rage flared in Wang Fang’s eyes like a wildfire.

He looked like he wanted to tear Chen Fei apart right then and there.

Chen Fei rose to his feet slowly.

“So? Was the Water Gate full of goodies?

You must’ve had a nice harvest.”

Although Wang Fang was seething inside, his body instinctively tensed.

Still, with the Blood Amber Pearl surging with power, his confidence returned quickly.

“You’re right—it was overflowing with treasures!”

he snapped back defiantly.

Chen Fei looked him up and down.

“Tsk tsk, bold now, aren’t you?

Great—your debt just multiplied by ten.

Don’t have enough to pay? Fine. I’ll take your life instead.”

Still smiling, his words made Wang Fang’s eyes instantly bloodshot.

All the humiliation Chen Fei had caused him came rushing back like a tidal wave.

Now, with his treasure restored, his inner realm even felt clearer.

“CHEN FEI! YOU DOG! YOU’RE COURTING DEATH!”

Wang Fang roared, and just shouting those words felt cathartic.

For so long, he’d suffered under Chen Fei—just letting it out made him feel like he’d leveled up.

Chen Fei, seeing this outburst, laughed with genuine delight.

“Guess I was right.

Shame I didn’t get a crack at the Water Gate myself…”

With the Void Heaven Cauldron’s hunger, that place was basically a heavily guarded treasure vault just waiting for him.

Others had to search for soul bones—Chen Fei could feel them directly.

That thought only made him angrier.

This bastard not only stole his opportunity, but now he had the gall to talk back?

But just as Chen Fei was about to attack, Wang Fang beat him to it!

“Today, I’ll turn you into the stepping stone for my path to ascension!

CHEN FEI—YOU’RE DEAD!”

With a low roar, Wang Fang unleashed a massive blood-red energy wave,

his Blood Amber Pearl shining brilliantly—its power fully restored after absorbing soul bones.

For the first time in a long while, Wang Fang was filled with joy—he would have his revenge today.