bookandnovel Chapter 14694 An ant is still an ant after all
Chapter 14694 An ant is still an ant after all
Chapter 14694 An ant is still an ant after all
Seeing this, Ling Xiao knew that the matter could not be hidden in the end. Without further hesitation, he conjured a dense demonic aura that suddenly spread out.
Buzz...!
A longsword, entirely black and engraved with countless ancient magical runes, slowly emerged from the magic needle space and hovered in his palm.
The sword trembled slightly, emanating an ancient and boundless aura. It was none other than the Demon Lord Black Sky Sword, which countless people coveted!
The moment Wen Yan saw the sword, a fiery light burst forth in his eyes, his breathing became rapid, and his face was filled with excitement and longing.
He stared intently at the Black Sky Sword for a long time before calming down. He then turned to Ling Xiao, grinned, and said in a complicated tone, "It seems that those old guys from the Sword Star Holy Hall underestimated you after all!"
After saying this, he looked around and said solemnly, "The spiritual energy here is chaotic and it is easy for others to spy on us, so it is not convenient to talk in detail. Young friend, please come with me."
As soon as he finished speaking, he waved his sleeve, and a gentle force enveloped Ling Xiao, causing the two figures to vanish from their spot in an instant.
A moment later, the two found themselves in a deep and tranquil bamboo forest.
The mountains are covered with lush bamboo, its leaves rustling softly, and a faint fragrance of bamboo permeates the air. Deep within the bamboo forest, a delicate and elegant wooden house is nestled, with a babbling brook in front of it and a bamboo bridge spanning the stream, creating a scene reminiscent of a secluded paradise.
Wen Yan led Ling Xiao into the wooden house. The interior was simply furnished, yet exuded elegance. He skillfully lit the fire, took out a jar of long-sealed spiritual tea, and brewed two cups. The rich aroma of the tea rose gently, refreshing the soul.
"Young friend, please have some tea." Wen Yan pushed a cup of hot tea in front of Ling Xiao.
Ling Xiao cupped his hands in thanks and said, "Thank you, senior."
Taking a sip of the spiritual tea, a warm energy flowed down my throat and into my stomach, instantly dispelling the tension and hostility I had felt earlier.
Wen Yan held his teacup, sighed softly, and said in an extremely complicated tone: "Young friend, you possess a secret treasure from beyond the realm, yet you dare to be so ostentatious and step into this treacherous and desolate realm. Your courage is truly extraordinary."
Ling Xiao put down his teacup, shook his head, and said with a hint of helplessness, "Senior is too kind. It's not that I have any courage, but I really had no other choice."
If there were a smooth path to cultivation and gradual advancement, who would be willing to get involved in this bloody storm and become an enemy of the top powers? But things don't always go as planned. The gears of fate had been turning quietly since the moment he obtained the magic needle.
Upon hearing this, Wen Yan smiled slightly, his gaze lingering on the endless bamboo forest outside the window, distant and profound: "Young friend, you may not know what this treasure on your person means to us old folks trapped in the Realm of Annihilation."
His voice gradually lowered, carrying a hint of reminiscence and melancholy:
"Back then, I was so confident in my extraordinary cultivation that I thought I could break through the boundary and step into the outside world on my own... Looking back now, it was laughably naive."
"After several attempts, each one ended in failure, and I even nearly died. In the end, I couldn't see a glimmer of hope and was almost in despair."
Ling Xiao's expression hardened, and his heart trembled: "Breaking through the realm... is it really this difficult?"
Wen Yan gave a bitter smile, his eyes filled with bitterness: "It's not just difficult, it's practically hopeless! The closer we get to the boundary, the more we can feel the pressure from the higher dimension, and the more we can realize how insignificant we are."
"The laws outside the realm are completely different from those of the Realm of Annihilation. Forcibly intruding will only result in being torn to pieces by the power of the laws."
He withdrew his gaze and looked at Ling Xiao again, his eyes burning: "Therefore, the Demon Lord Black Sky Sword in your hand is like the only visible star in the long night for us."
He paused, then added, "Of course, there are still quite a few old guys who are taking a wait-and-see approach and are unwilling to make a move easily. What they fear is not you, Ling Xiao, but the unpredictable cause and effect behind you, and that mysterious being from outside the realm."
Ling Xiao picked up the teacup, gently stroking the inside with his fingertips. After a moment of contemplation, he looked up and said, "Senior, there is something I don't understand. I hope you can enlighten me."
Wen Yan raised his hand and gestured for him to speak: "Please speak freely."
Ling Xiao slowly spoke, voicing the biggest question in his mind: "Why are you so insistent on going to the outer realm? The Silent Realm is vast and rich in resources. Wouldn't it be wonderful to cultivate here in peace and enjoy your longevity?"
Upon hearing this, Wen Yan was taken aback at first, then burst into laughter, his laughter tinged with self-deprecation and helplessness: "Young friend, what you say is truly 'not being in a position to concern oneself with affairs.'"
He suppressed his smile, his expression becoming extremely solemn:
“Unless you have reached our level, it is difficult to understand this urgency and struggle. For us, the path of cultivation has long come to an end, and there are only two paths ahead.”
"Either go further, break through the shackles, and find a new life; or remain here, waiting for your lifespan to run out and turn into a handful of dust. If you were me, young friend, what would you choose?"
Ling Xiao remained silent for a moment, then his mind cleared. He nodded slightly and said sincerely, "This junior understands."
Immediately, a thought struck him, and he softly called out, "Sister Chunxiao."
hum!
A clear, cool light shone from his side. When the light faded, a woman dressed in blue with an ethereal air slowly appeared.
Her features were exquisite, and she was surrounded by a faint aura of spiritual energy from beyond the realm, which seemed out of place with the atmosphere of the Silent Realm, yet also exuded an indescribable harmony.
Upon seeing this, Wen Yan's eyes flashed with surprise, and he quickly stood up: "And who is this?"
Ling Xiao introduced, "This is Sister Chunxiao. She... comes from outside the Realm of Nirvana."
He added, "Although Sister Chunxiao comes from outside the realm, it is inconvenient for her to take action in the Realm of Annihilation, otherwise she would be punished by the laws of the boundary. However, it is fine for her to come out and say a few words."
Wen Yan's expression instantly turned solemn. He straightened his clothes, bowed deeply to Chun Xiao, and said respectfully, "I am Wen Yan, and I greet you, young lady. I humbly request your guidance!"
Chunxiao nodded slightly, her gaze sweeping over Wen Yan, then looking at Ling Xiao. After a moment's thought, she spoke:
"To put it this way, the Realm of Nirvana is like an ant's nest—comfortable, but also isolated. Beyond that realm lies the human world—vast and boundless, yet fraught with danger. Do you understand what I mean?"
Wen Yan shuddered, remaining silent for a long time, his expression shifting uncertainly. He suddenly looked up, his voice trembling slightly, and asked, "If... if I were to forcibly reach the outer realm with my cultivation level, what level would that be?"
Chunxiao glanced at him, gently shook her head, her tone calm, yet every word struck Wen Yan's heart like a hammer: "Do you think that once an ant crawls out of its nest and into the human world, it is no longer an ant?"
Upon hearing this, Wen Yan's expression changed drastically. He staggered back a step, his eyes filled with disbelief, confusion, and disappointment.