Chapter 801

Chapter 801: Sparring with the Thunder God

After Shen Zhongyang vanished, Ye Yun asked, "Qing Li, are you okay?"

Seeing Qing Li’s face turn pale, Ye Yun froze momentarily before realizing his Ninth Level Earth Immortal cultivation allowed him to ignore Shen Zhongyang’s oppressive aura, but Qing Li couldn’t withstand it unharmed.

"Luckily I obtained extra demonic energy earlier. Let’s see if she can absorb the Faceless Demon’s power," Ye Yun muttered, catching Qing Li as she swayed. Pure demonic energy coalesced in his palm before flowing into her body.

Guided by Ye Yun’s mental energy, the dark tendrils seeped into Qing Li over the time it takes for an incense stick to burn. Color gradually returned to her cheeks, making Ye Yun exhale in relief. He’d never forgive himself if harm came to this loyal companion he’d come to view as more than just a servant – a kind-hearted girl whose genuine concern mirrored Shui Yingying and Shui Lingling’s sincerity.

Few truly cared about him in this world. Those who did could be counted on two hands, and Ye Yun would burn nations to protect them. This self-awareness of his possessive nature troubled him, yet he couldn’t change it. His aid to humanity stemmed not from altruism, but pragmatism – if demons or devils destroyed mankind, they’d come for him next.

"Master?" Qing Li’s cheeks flushed at their proximity. The warmth of his arms and anxious crease between his brows filled her with unexpected joy. As a succubus, she’d prepared for eventual abandonment in the vast Lingyao Continent. But this fleeting care meant more than centuries of hollow devotion.

"Ling’er nearly died of worry!" Shui Lingling chirped as Qing Li recovered. "Brother Ye kept staring at you the whole time!"

"Jealous, Lingling?" Shui Yingying teased.

"Nonsense!" The smaller girl’s ears turned red. "Why would I care?"

Qing Li frowned at the unfamiliar energy coursing through her veins. "Master… this purity… it’s demon god-level energy, isn’t it?"

"Caught me." Ye Yun chuckled. "It’s from a Faceless Demon I slew. Their power should be compatible with your constitution."

He omitted how his darker half had orchestrated that battle, impatiently seeking rapid growth over safer methods. Qing Li’s grateful gaze made him uncomfortable – he’d only done what any decent person would. Still, he smiled reassuringly. This energy could elevate her to Earth Immortal realm, securing her future.

When Qing Li steadied herself, Ye Yun turned to the trio. "Guide her around later. She might get lost."

"Not everyone needs babysitting like you!" Shui Lingling stuck out her tongue. "By the way, how did you bump into Sister Shuiyan that day? She should’ve been bathing in the mountain springs…"

Ye Yun’s smile stiffened. If they discovered he’d accidentally seen An Shuiyan nude…

After hastily dismissing the girls, Ye Yun ascended to Star God Hall’s third layer. Sitting cross-legged, he emptied his mind until thunderous rumbling shook his consciousness. Darkness inverted, revealing an azure Thunder Sea where he’d once been a leaf in a storm. Now, the roiling waves felt insignificant beneath his boots.

The Thunder Giant stirred as Ye Yun’s aura distorted reality. Lightning columns erupted like enraged serpents, yet Ye Yun stood unfazed. "Trying to expel me so soon?"

The colossus swung a fist trailing World-Destroying Thunder. Ye Yun caught the strike single-handedly, hair whipping wildly as shockwaves flattened the sea.

"Thundercloud Lightning Sword’s Thunder God Descent?" He laughed. "Impressive, but insufficient!"

His Three Spirits Immortal Sword materialized, radiating Ice, Thunder, and Fire Spirit energies that stilled the tempest. "Three Spirits – Phantom Blade Waltz!"

Ten thousand spectral blades shredded the Giant’s arm. Black storm clouds gathered above, the realm itself demanding his exit.

"Retreat? After coming this far?" Frost spread from Ye Yun’s feet – Xuelian Heavenly Immortal’s extreme cold power inherited from Celestial Tower’s fourth layer. "Ice Sealing Heaven!"

Icy light pierced the Thunder Sea. Billions of Seventh Level Earth Immortal frost warriors materialized, advancing unstoppably across the electrified waves. The Giant remained passive even as glacial dominion claimed 90% of the realm.

"Playing dead?" Ye Yun narrowed his eyes. Cracks of pure Thunder Spirit energy now webbed the Giant’s body – signs of spiritual awakening. Dangerous, yet intriguing.

A Fire Spirit Dragon emerged from his palm, frolicking through lightning despite elemental opposition. "Let’s see your final move."