bookandnovel Chapter 14658 Elder Protector of the Sword Star Sanctuary
Chapter 14658 Elder Protector of the Sword Star Sanctuary
Chapter 14658 Elder Protector of the Sword Star Sanctuary
Ling Xiao is attempting to break through to a higher realm!
No matter how high other people's cultivation levels are, his current cultivation level is still too low. He is only at the fourth level of the Great Sun Realm, and above him are the Star River Realm, the Emperor Realm, the Breaking Realm... one insurmountable chasm after another stands in front of him.
Although he possessed the Nine Revolutions Reincarnation Demonic Art, and his combat strength even surpassed that of a Breakthrough Realm expert, regardless of the circumstances, a higher cultivation level and a deeper foundation naturally resulted in greater combat power!
Not far away, Wang Xuanying sat quietly on a bamboo chair, sipping tea, her gaze occasionally falling on Ling Xiao with a hint of scrutiny.
He was the same angler from before.
Ling Xiao's willingness to stay here made him waver somewhat in his previous suspicions.
If the Demon Lord's Black Heaven Sword were truly on him, how could he dare to remain so calmly under his nose? Wouldn't that be tantamount to walking into a trap?
Just as he was pondering this, a figure appeared silently; it was Qin Mu.
"There's been some movement from the Sword Star Sanctuary." Qin Mu's voice was low and heavy.
Wang Xuanying paused slightly in his teacup, then looked up and asked, "How many people have come?"
"It's still unclear." Qin Mu shook his head. "But according to our scouts, the sword cries of the Sword Star Holy Hall have resounded three times. This is their highest summons, and they must have sent all their elite forces here!"
Wang Xuanying remained silent for a moment, then lightly tapped the table with his fingertips, his tone calm and even: "Let the people from each peak prepare. What's meant to happen will happen eventually."
"Are we really going to fight them to the death?" Qin Mu frowned. "The Sword Star Holy Hall has a profound foundation and countless powerful figures. If they come out in full force this time, we will probably have to pay a heavy price."
“From the day we spared Qin Mu’s life, there has been no turning back.” Wang Xuanying put down his teacup and looked up at the distant horizon. “The majesty of the Sword Star Holy Temple cannot be challenged. We killed their people, and they will surely demand an explanation.”
Qin Mu hesitated for a moment, but still couldn't help asking, "Is the Demon Lord's Black Heaven Sword... really in the hands of the Sword Star Sanctuary?"
Right now, what the people of Broken Realm Mountain care about most is not whether the Sword Star Sanctuary will attack, but the whereabouts of the demonic sword. Conversely, the Sword Star Sanctuary is probably also wondering whether the treasure has already fallen into the hands of Broken Realm Mountain.
But now, that's no longer the key point.
The crucial point is that the disciples of the Sword Star Sanctuary perished at Broken Boundary Mountain. If the sect remains silent on this matter, then the prestige accumulated by the Sword Star Sanctuary over a thousand years will vanish completely!
Although Wang Jing had previously killed many powerful figures from Broken Realm Mountain, it meant nothing to the Holy Hall's reputation.
The Holy Temple has always been known for its domineering nature; those who obey it prosper, and those who defy it perish! Now that they have been humiliated and even had their disciples killed, how can they let this go? If they don't flatten this Broken Boundary Mountain, how can they explain themselves to the world?
Wang Xuanying suddenly turned his head, his gaze falling on Ling Xiao, and asked with a half-smile, "Young friend, the army of the Sword Star Holy Temple is approaching. How do you plan to deal with it?"
Ling Xiao slowly opened his eyes, a hint of helplessness flashing in them, and said with a wry smile, "This junior... perhaps it's time for me to leave."
Upon hearing this, Qin Mu immediately shook his head and said, "Young friend, why should you fear them? Stay here, and we can protect you! Although the Sword Star Holy Hall is strong, they wouldn't dare to act recklessly on my Broken Boundary Mountain's territory!"
“It’s not that I’m afraid of death,” Ling Xiao sighed softly, his tone sincere, “but rather that I don’t want to become someone else’s pawn. The Sword Star Sanctuary insists that the treasure is on me, but they just want to divert the trouble to Breaking Boundary Mountain and make us take the fall for them. Their intentions are despicable!”
Wang Xuanying nodded, deeply agreeing: "That makes sense. However, if you leave alone, it will be even more dangerous. Why not stay and fight alongside me at Breaking Boundaries Mountain?"
Ling Xiao looked hesitant, as if he was weighing the pros and cons.
Seeing this, Wang Xuanying asked calmly, "What are your concerns? Please speak frankly."
“My cultivation is too low. If I stay, I might become a burden,” Ling Xiao said frankly. “I am only at the sixth level of the Great Sun Realm. Even with a secret treasure by my side, I can hardly withstand an army of thousands.”
He paused, then looked up at Wang Xuanying and Qin Mu, his gaze earnest:
"If the two seniors are willing to help... all I need is some high-quality spirit crystals to help me break through to the peak of the Great Sun Realm, or even the Emperor Realm. At that time, I will do my utmost and stand with Breaking Boundary Mountain through thick and thin!"
Beside the bamboo grove, Wang Xuanying and Qin Mu exchanged a glance and fell silent.
A moment later, Qin Mu transmitted his thoughts to Wang Xuanying: "This boy has a solid foundation, a decisive mind, and knows how to leverage opportunities. He has extraordinary potential. Giving him a hand and forming a good relationship with him may not be a bad thing."
Wang Xuanying nodded slightly, clearly agreeing with Qin Mu's opinion.
As long as the Demon Lord's Black Heaven Sword is not on Ling Xiao's body, there will be no fundamental conflict between him and the Broken Realm Mountain.
Since there are no dead ends, befriending a promising junior who is worth investing in is naturally a wise choice.
Qin Mu turned to Ling Xiao and flicked his sleeve lightly.
hum!
A jade-green pill suddenly floated in front of Ling Xiao. Cloud patterns flowed across the pill, emanating a rich spiritual energy that was refreshing and invigorating.
"This pill is called 'Emperor Pill'," Qin Mu said gently. "I obtained it during my travels in my early years. It is not necessary for my path of cultivation, so keeping it is of no use. I am giving it to you today, young friend, so that it may be of some help to you."
Ling Xiao quickly accepted the pill with both hands.
It felt heavy and cool to the touch, and spiritual energy flowed freely within its body. Truly a rare and excellent pill!
This is the treasure he needs to break through his current bottleneck and reach the Emperor Realm!
Just then, Wang Xuanying spoke up, his tone carrying a hint of magnanimity: "In that case, I will also add a small gift."
After he finished speaking, he pointed to one point.
A streak of crimson light pierced through the air and transformed into a blood-red pill before Ling Xiao. The pill, like a burning flame, contained an extremely violent power, faintly radiating a scorching aura, its fragrance far surpassing that of the Emperor Pill!
The quality of this pill is even superior to that of the Emperor's Pill!
Ling Xiao solemnly accepted the two pills, bowed deeply to Wang Xuanying and Qin Mu, and said with gratitude, "Thank you both for your generous gifts! I need to go into seclusion immediately to strive for a breakthrough, but I will not delay for too long!"
Wang Xuanying laughed loudly and waved his hand: "Go ahead! My Breaking Boundary Mountain can still hold out!"
Ling Xiao bowed again, then turned and strode into the quiet room of the bamboo hut. He closed the door, focused his mind, and began to refine the two pills.
Wang Xuanying and Qin Mu exchanged a glance and quietly left.
……
Beyond the Boundary Mountain, in the endless void.
An old man dressed in hemp clothing appeared silently. The old man had a thin face, white hair and beard, but his eyes were as sharp as a hawk's, as if they could see through all illusions.
A long, unsheathed sword hung diagonally at his waist. The blade was dark and dull, as if it had lost all its luster, yet it exuded a chilling sharpness.
Behind the old man stood seven figures. All seven carried long swords, their auras were uniformly concentrated, and their killing intent was concealed, clearly indicating that they were all top-tier experts who had experienced countless battles.
It was none other than Li Cangshan, the guardian elder of the Sword Star Holy Hall! His status within the sect was extremely revered, ranking among the top five!