CHAPTER 73: CHAPTER 70 THE ALLIANCE OF CRIMINALS

Hei Family

"Ancestor Xi, here is the list of survivors from the warship ruins and the treasures they collected, please have a look." Black Cloud Country handed over some documents, and Hei Xi took a look and frowned.

"Ancestor Xi, among this time’s survivors, there are three at Tier Nine Peak, nine at the late stage, four at the middle stage, sixteen at the early stage, three at Tier Eight Peak, and one at Tier Eight early stage." Black Cloud Country said.

"Tier Eight early stage?" Hei Xi asked suspiciously.

"Yes, his name is Wang Xu. Before entering the warship ruins, he was only Tier Seven, but after coming out, he was promoted to Tier Eight." Black Cloud Country said, "It is said that he was the first in the Cyan Peak Tower selection, with Heart Level Body Technique."

The Cyan Peak Tower selection is not top secret; a little investigation can find the original video materials, and noticing that Wang Xu has a Heart Level Body Technique is very normal.

"Tier Seven... Heart Level Body Technique... This little guy isn’t simple." Hei Xi said, squinting.

"Ancestor Xi, this student named Wang Xu is already a Special Envoy of the Extreme Ancient Hall, and before entering the warship ruins, Teng’Er had mentioned him to me. At that time, I was wary of his Special Envoy status and didn’t dare to make a move, but now it seems very likely that it was this kid." Black Cloud Country said.

Even though Black Cloud Country said this, they still couldn’t believe it deep down.

Even if a student at Tier Seven has a Heart Level Body Technique, so what? To kill a Tier Nine Peak powerhouse? Is it possible?

Even if it was possible, Hei Teng wasn’t an ordinary Tier Nine. He had life-saving treasures, his strength was at the top among all students, even if he was truly defeated, wouldn’t he be able to escape?

But the fact is, Hei Teng forever remained in the warship ruins, and Wang Xu walked out alive.

Not just Black Cloud Country thought so, Hei Xi was also pondering.

Hei Xi, at the Ultimate Venerable Level, had seen countless strong individuals, but he had never heard of a Tier Seven killing a Tier Nine, even after being promoted to Tier Eight, it was impossible.

"This Wang Xu is indeed very suspicious, but we cannot be too arbitrary. Hei Teng made enemies everywhere, almost every faction has people who held grudges against him. I must find out all who are suspicious, and then review them one by one." Hei Xi said.

"Ancestor Xi, what if we never find out?" Black Cloud Country asked.

"Can’t find out? Then kill them all." Hei Xi said indifferently.

Black Cloud Country’s hand trembled; they had long heard of Ancestor Xi’s bloodthirsty nature, having once slaughtered an entire Insect Beast Region alone, the blood mist shrouded the sky, and the bloody smell lingered for three months without dissipating.

Later, Hei Xi became an Ultimate Venerable, slaughtering several large families who had once issued underground bounties to take his head.

After the murderous reputation spread throughout the world, Hei Xi instead became low-key, secluding in the family, rarely stepping into the outside world.

Now re-emerging, the heart for slaughter begins to stir again.

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"Will, intangible, traceless, with no rules to follow..."

Beneath the boundless starry sky, Wang Xu stood in the void, swinging the great saber in his hand, the thousand-jin saber was as flexible as a fish in Wang Xu’s hand.

At times gentle, at times firm, at times fierce, at times soft, the Cyan Dragon seemed to have suddenly acquired a soul.

Nearing half a month passed, Wang Xu spent every day either absorbing energy at the hunting ground or immersed in the Will Cultivation Field, immersing himself in the Sword Skill Martial Stele, comprehending the Sword Will.

The time passed too quickly in the Will Cultivation Field, every time he slightly comprehended something, several days passed in the outside world, causing Wang Xu to often forget the days.

Wang Xu only understood the Sword Will roughly, making it look decent, but he never touched the true core of the soul. He kept searching, but always just missed it.

Fortunately, the enhancement of the Sword Will allowed Wang Xu to successfully comprehend the second move of "Sword Romance" — Sword Illusion Realm.

"Sword Illusion Realm!"

In the Secret Technique Cultivation Room, Wang Xu wielded the saber violently, instantly, thousands of sword shadows suddenly appeared around him. Various styles of great saber shadows rushed forward, instantly piercing through the humanoid metal in front, turning it thoroughly to dust.

The Sword Illusion Realm is not a real illusion, but rather uses energy to condense intangible Sword Qi, launching a sudden attack.

If all the Sword Qi is gathered together, it can greatly enhance the power of a single attack, enough to shake the Star Spiritual Treasure.

"My basic fist power has reached nearly 200,000 kilograms; I never thought the changes brought by the Energy Core would be so significant."

The normal basic fist power of Tier Eight ranges from 30,000 to 50,000 kilograms, with the addition of Ancient Martial Arts or a secret technique, it can reach 100,000 kilograms. The normal basic fist power of Tier Nine is 100,000 kilograms, those with strong talent can reach 150,000 kilograms, yet Wang Xu now, only relying on basic fist power, without using any Ancient Martial Arts or secret techniques, has already surpassed Tier Nine powerhouses.

This is all thanks to the transformation brought by the Energy Core; the Energy Core inside Wang Xu is already in a specific form. It is a dark stone, fist-sized, with many fine cracks on its surface, the cracks flashing faint red light, radiating a little heat.

The more times it is reassembled, the larger the Energy Core becomes. Even though it is only fist-sized, if it gets a little bigger, the energy required will double.

The Energy Core has already reached the middle grade level. After each successful reassembly, Wang Xu can feel the changes in himself. Whether it’s his fist power, physical strength, or nerve reaction speed, they’ve all increased more than double.

Now, dealing with Tier Nine powerhouses is no effort for Wang Xu at all. Humanoid metal poses no threat to him; he can easily crush it.

"Master, the Battle Group has sent another task invitation. Do you want to participate?" Celestial Spirit’s graceful figure appeared, flashing a sweet smile as she asked.

"It’s been a long time since I went on a mission with Brother Yan and the others. It would be good to check on them too." After accepting the task invitation, Wang Xu left the Warship Ruins and returned to the Battle Group base.

The mission is S-Level, and they’ll face a wanted criminal of Tier Eight with a reward of three billion.

"Brother Yan! Blade’s Edge! Chief!" Wang Xu smiled when he saw the members of the Black Eye Battle Group.

Ever since the God of Slaughter decided to leave the Battle Group and return to the family for a retreat, a new leader was chosen for the Black Eye Battle Group, and now the leader is One-Eyed.

One-Eyed is a veteran of the Black Eye Battle Group, both powerful and prestigious. He is also the only Tier Nine expert in the group, making him the obvious choice for leader.

A few exchanged greetings, and the atmosphere became lively.

"Let’s go!" The group boarded the Black and White Flying Battleship left by the God of Slaughter and went directly to the mission location.

Bang~~~

Suddenly, the Flying Battleship shook violently. One-Eyed’s face changed, "It’s a laser cannon!"

Everyone looked into the distance.

"Haha..." On the distant ground and high mountains, several laser cannons as thick as an arm were pounding the Energy Barrier mercilessly, causing it to flicker and ripple.

A chubby bald man stood on a steel-cast building, watching the Black and White Flying Battleship from afar, holding a megaphone.

"You little brats from the Genius Battle Group, after being hunted by you for so many years, today we have united to wipe you all out, letting the old dogs at the Battle Group base feel the taste of their carefully trained students all dying!"

Wang Xu’s gaze deepened. Next to the chubby bald man stood many figures, all extremely dangerous wanted criminals with strength above Tier Eight, and even a few Tier Nine experts.

It was clear these criminals had put aside their disputes and united to challenge the Genius Battle Group.

Everyone was stunned. How did these guys get laser cannons?

Laser cannons are banned worldwide, produced and mounted only with government permission, and even the Energy Pool that fuels them is strictly monitored by the government. It’s unbelievable that these criminals have several laser cannons.

Immediately, the Black and White Flying Battleship also launched shells to counter the laser cannons.

However, ordinary shells were useless against lasers, all swept away by the lasers, with only a few shells hitting the Energy Barrier, causing slight ripples.

"Retreat! Return!" One-Eyed immediately ordered, cold sweat dripping from his forehead. Facing such a terrifying assembly of criminals was not something one or two Battle Groups could handle. Even with a Flying Battleship, it was futile.

"Wait." Wang Xu spoke up, "Chief, let me off. I want to continue with the task."

"Wang Xu, are you looking for death?"

"What do you want to do?"

"He’s crazy; don’t bother with him!"

The crowd exclaimed, believing Wang Xu had gone mad, wanting to continue the mission at such a critical moment.

"Don’t worry, I’ll be fine." Wang Xu gave a confident smile, making One-Eyed pause.

"But there are laser cannons all around outside. No matter how powerful you are, do you think you can charge through the laser cannons?" One-Eyed said, "Even if your strength can rival Tier Nine experts, you’ll still be a mere mortal against the laser cannons. Wang Xu, give it up. We need to report back to the higher-ups and let them handle it."

Bang!

Just as One-Eyed finished speaking, the Flying Battleship was hit by a massive shell, causing it to tilt. Everyone saw that the Energy Barrier of the Flying Battleship was already shattered and on the verge of collapse.

"Haha... Don’t even think about leaving. We have SS-level laser cannons; you can’t escape!" Arrogant laughter echoed, and everyone’s faces turned pale.

It’s over. It’s really over this time.