CHAPTER 277: CHAPTER 276: TAIL_1

「Two days later.」

After taking just ten Solid Reality Pills, Ling Chen had elevated his True Qi to the peak of the Martial Master Eighth Level. Feeling the surging energy within his body, Ling Chen opened the box housing the Blue Spirit Fruit.

Next, the Blue Spirit Fruit.

Without much hesitation, Ling Chen popped the Blue Spirit Fruit into his mouth.

GULP!

Breaking the skin with his teeth, the Blue Spirit Fruit melted instantly upon contact, turning into a liquid that he swallowed whole. In an instant, a gentle energy circulated throughout his body.

Circulating the Ling Tian Sword Scripture, Ling Chen shut his eyes. The medicinal power of the Blue Spirit Fruit transformed into a stream of pure blue energy. This energy flowed through his limbs and bones, rapidly strengthening the True Qi within his meridians.

Ling Chen focused his mind, driving the circulation of True Qi to complete a Great Zhou Tian cycle. With almost every Great Zhou Tian cycle his True Qi completed, Ling Chen’s cultivation would rise a notch. This occurred without the slightest obstruction, progressing naturally and effortlessly.

The effect of the Blue Spirit Fruit was indeed immediately apparent; just after ingestion, his Dantian began to react.

This continued for the entire night.

「The next morning.」

WHOOSH!

A transparent ripple blossomed from Ling Chen’s body. The nearby window began to rattle violently, and the wooden table by the bed was pushed several meters away by the burst of Qi.

Opening his eyes, Ling Chen exhaled softly.

I’ve finally reached the Ninth-level Martial Master.

A glint flashed in Ling Chen’s eyes. This breakthrough was undoubtedly much smoother than I had imagined.

WHOOSH!

Ling Chen suddenly slapped the bed, and his body floated up. In mid-air, his form trembled, and several shadowy figures darted out at lightning speed. They circled the bedroom before merging back into his body. The speed was so extreme that it created the illusion of wildly dancing phantoms.

"Now that my True Qi has increased, my Wind Shadow Step has also improved," Ling Chen muttered to himself, landing softly on the ground. "With the improvement in my cultivation, the Wind Shadow Step is gradually reaching its peak. Unfortunately, it’s still some distance from Great Perfection. Once my Light Skill reaches Great Perfection, it will be incredibly fast. Even if I encounter the likes of Mr. Wu again, I won’t be in a situation where I can’t even escape, like last time."

I know very well that even now, I’m still no match for Fifth Level Grandmasters like Mr. Wu and Chu Tiange. Since I can’t significantly improve my offensive capabilities quickly, refining my Light Skill is undoubtedly the best option. It won’t be easy for someone more powerful than me to catch up, much less kill me.

"My Perfection Sword Intent is also growing fiercer," Ling Chen mused.

He casually swung his sword. With a flash of sword light, the table before him split in two. If Ling Chen hadn’t intentionally controlled his power, even the inn’s walls would have been sliced apart as easily as tofu.

It’s time to leave East Desolation City and head to the Thunder Country.

With his cultivation further elevated, Ling Chen was filled with anticipation for the future. He had advanced to the Ninth-level Martial Master, and his strength had increased substantially. Ranking in the top three of the Heavenly List was no longer a problem for him.

Although everyone is improving, I’m confident that no one else is progressing as quickly as I am.

After gathering his belongings, Ling Chen left his room and then the inn.

Having purchased a Sweat-Blood Treasure Horse, Ling Chen arrived at the North City Gate and rode out, heading towards the Thunder Country.

At this moment, not far from the city gate, a shifty-looking man stepped out. Gazing at Ling Chen’s departing figure, he muttered, "Not good, this kid is trying to escape! I have to report to the Young Master immediately."

With that, he hurriedly sped back towards the city.

Ling Chen’s gaze fell upon the spot where the shifty man had just been standing. Sure enough, someone is tailing me. Such clumsy surveillance couldn’t possibly escape my senses. I don’t even need to guess who is so concerned about my whereabouts.

A cold smile touched Ling Chen’s lips. Come then. It’s a perfect chance to test the power of my Perfection Sword Intent. I’ve just advanced to the Ninth-level Martial Master, and my Sword Intent has reached the Great Accomplishment Realm. I’m not even sure how powerful I’ve become. These people will be perfect for practice.

With a flick of his sleeve, Ling Chen leaped onto his horse and galloped north, disappearing in a cloud of dust.

...

「At this moment, in a nearby inn room.」

"Young Master, that kid has left the city!" the shifty-looking man exclaimed as he burst into the room. Before him stood Feng Chen and the black-robed elder at his side.

"Excellent!" Feng Chen shot up from his seat, his face alight with joy. "Notify everyone, including those ambushing outside the city, to strike immediately! Make sure to capture and kill that brat!"

"Yes!" The man in black quickly exited the room.

"Hmph, that stubborn little bastard. He refused a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit. If he had obediently sold me the Blue Spirit Grass, would he be facing such a calamity?" Feng Chen sneered, a brutal expression on his face.

"It’s too late for regrets now," the black-robed elder said, his face etched with a sinister look. "That brat Ling Chen has no idea that our people have been watching him closely. His every move is under our control."

"Let’s go collect the kid’s corpse!" In Feng Chen’s eyes, Ling Chen was already a dead man.

At the North City Gate, Feng Chen, the black-robed elder, and a large contingent of men galloped out, thundering in the direction Ling Chen had taken.

However, just as Feng Chen’s party disappeared from sight, a dark figure suddenly materialized atop the towering city wall. The figure’s aura was exceptionally formidable, clearly surpassing the Great Master level.

A Top Sky Apex Strong.

Behind him lay two bloody corpses—guards of East Desolation City. A gigantic Flying Monster was gnawing at their bodies. This Exotic Beast’s eyes blazed like blue flames. Its body shape resembled a peacock, but it was bizarrely formed, possessing three heads. Its entire body was a glossy black, covered in a thick layer of feathers.

If any knowledgeable individuals from the Martial World were present, they would undoubtedly recognize this Exotic Beast. It was the Ghostly Spirit Bird, a creature infamous throughout their lands.

"That kid actually dared to linger in East Desolation City. He’s truly fearless, relying on some unknown backing," the shadowy figure, slightly stooped, rasped. He slowly raised his head, revealing the face hidden beneath his black hood.

This old man was none other than the Elder of Myriad Beasts, who had traveled a great distance from the Earth Country.

Xu Chao’s death was a tremendous blow to me. If I don’t personally kill Ling Chen and shatter his bones one by one, the hatred in my heart will never be appeased! Rest in peace, Chao’er, my son. Your killer will soon join you.

A murderous glint flashed in the Elder of Myriad Beasts’ eyes. With a wave of his hand, the Ghostly Spirit Bird behind him shot forward like an arrow. His figure flashed, appearing to teleport. Only after the Ghostly Spirit Bird had streaked a considerable distance did the Elder of Myriad Beasts’ form materialize on its back. He, too, flew off in the direction Ling Chen had departed.