C1093 Demon Blade

In the secluded cave of the Plover Realm, specially established by the Chamber of Commerce, President Lyi's brow was furrowed as he gazed intently at two prismatic crystal pillars before him. Reflected within the pillars was a golden sea of light, a stretch of land, and several gray, withered trees, along with numerous mutated monsters.

His attention was particularly drawn to a mutated monster from the Djinn Clan that had ventured into the golden sea of light, now ensnared in a dance with endless lightning.

"This is becoming quite the challenge," he mused.

After some time, President Lyi turned to Zhou You and instructed, "Inform the Divine Soul Sect to make additional preparations beyond the defensive sea of light."

Zhou You acknowledged with a nod.

"And what of the Chaos Roc?" President Lyi inquired, a hint of curiosity in his voice. "Given his level of power, he should have been able to set foot in the Plover Realm by now. Why haven't I sensed his presence?"

Jun Chen, the Chamber's esteemed first guest, responded, "He chooses not to step into the Plover Realm."

President Lyi paused, puzzled. "What is he wary of? Lim Zhuyun is there, and so is Yu Yuan. Aren't they reason enough for him to come?"

"Yu Yuan is currently absent," Zhou You interjected.

"Oh?" President Lyi gestured for him to elaborate.

"After acquiring the Demon Blade Blood Prison, Yu Yuan was escorted away by the Luan Bird Queen from his residence," Zhou You clarified. "I detected the spatial fluctuations that emanated from the event. Where the Luan Bird Queen has taken him to refine the Blood Prison, I cannot say, but it's likely in some minor realm en route to the Blood Prison."

Jun Chen chimed in, "The Luan Bird Queen's behavior is somewhat peculiar. President, have you considered the possibility that she might be feigning an alliance with us while secretly maintaining ties with the five Supreme Beings?"

"No, you're overthinking it," President Lyi reassured him with a smile. "Jun Chen, let me share something with you. Ever since she unlocked the regenerative power of the Secular Bird and advanced to the Unrestrained Stage, the Demon Phoenix of the Demon Palace has seen her as a significant irritant."

Jun Chen was taken aback, "Are the Secular Bird and the Demon Phoenix natural adversaries?"

"Very astute," President Lyi acknowledged with a slight nod. "The Secular Bird, born from chaos, and the Demon Phoenix of the Boundless Land, are destined to be eternal adversaries. Ponder the reason at your leisure, and it will become clear. It is precisely because of this understanding that the Divine Soul Sect and I felt confident enough to extend her an invitation."

"She will never be welcomed by the Demon Palace, and we are all well aware of the Demon Palace's strength and heritage within the Boundless Land."

With President Lyi's explanation, Jun Chen and Zhou You's understanding deepened, dispelling their doubts.

"Still, I can't quite grasp what she's scheming behind the scenes," President Lyi mused. "Keep an eye on Yu Yuan, and inform Heixun to do his best to convince the Chaos Roc to visit the Plover Realm."

"Understood."

...

In the VIP area, Fernand of the Asura Clan had been wandering before settling into a meditative state in his room, his mind awash with thoughts.

Suddenly, a luminous thread of blood in his heart, as fine as a strand of hair, seemed to stir, responding to a distant force and swelling in size.

Fernand was jolted into alertness, immediately holding his breath and concentrating all his focus.

Within the gleaming bloodline, a faint message began to form, one that required his utmost attention to discern, "Fernand..."

A voice of immense authority and depth reached him, as if echoing from the most enigmatic reaches of the cosmic Dark Domain.

"My King!"

In the silence of his cultivation chamber, Fernand's towering frame shook violently.

He recognized the voice as that of their current clan leader, the Asura King, a figure whose mere mention struck fear into the hearts of countless warriors.

Despite being reduced to a rogue, as a proud member of the Asura Clan, he harbored a deep reverence for the Asura King.

"Seek out a human girl named Lim Zhuyun and follow my commands. Once the task is complete, you, Fernand, may return to our clan, and all your past transgressions will be forgiven. Your daughter will also earn the privilege of training in the Dark Domain."

"Elena possesses potential that surpasses yours. She has the capacity to flourish and elevate your family, becoming a dazzling new luminary for our race," the Asura King's directive resonated.

Fernand listened intently, careful not to miss a single word.

When the Asura King's deep and commanding voice finally ceased, Fernand, without a moment's hesitation and with a heart full of excitement, replied, "I will heed your will."

...

In an unfamiliar land.

Yu Yuan flashed a grin and slammed his fist down on the counter.

Bang!

The glass counter shattered instantly, scattering spiritual light and crystal fragments as the intricate patterns and arrays within were obliterated.

The long saber clattered to the ground.

An eerie suction force emanated from the saber, causing a searing pain in Yu Yuan's chest acupoints, as if they were being influenced by the weapon.

A dazzling array of lights from the Demon Blade enveloped the area around Yu Yuan. The Peacock King hovered above, aiding in the suppression of this confined space.

Within the light, the stunning Chen Qinghuang's expression grew increasingly solemn.

"I'll give it a try first."

Yu Yuan crouched down and reached for the hilt of the Demon Blade. It felt as though hundreds of needles were piercing his palm. As his Qi and blood were drawn out, his organs, bones, and sinews all seemed to be swayed by the blade, as if they were being pulled into it, to become part of the blade itself.

He let out a forceful cry, channeling the Evil Body Refining Skill to maintain control over his flesh and blood, while employing the Soul Forging Technique to stay lucid and resist the corrupting thoughts.

As he infused his Qi and blood into the Demon Blade, he began to feel a connection.

Within the blade, seven fist-sized blood souls, like dark red eyes, seemed to fixate on his Qi and blood, immediately converging and vying for it.

The seven blood souls continued to battle each other, exuding an aura of frenzied bloodlust.

Beyond them, countless tiny blood specks, each the size of a grain of rice, were also filled with brutal, mad, and murderous Qi.

When he tried to sense more closely, he discovered that the Qi and blood he had released into the Demon Blade had vanished without a trace.

He could no longer detect any activity within the blade, and his internal organs had mysteriously shifted in a brief span, causing him to cough up blood, yet he was completely unaware of the change.

It seemed that his ability to feel pain had disappeared.

"For now, refrain from touching the hilt with your hand," Chen Qinghuang's voice echoed softly, "I have a suggestion. Immerse your Yin God or Heavenly Soul in the Life Altar. After releasing and shrinking the altar, you can then enter the Demon Blade."

Upon hearing her words, Yu Yuan relaxed his grip and, after a moment's thought, gave a slight nod.

The crimson Life Altar began to slowly emerge from his inner world of blood and Qi.

Outside the curtain of demonic energy, the Peacock King's eyes blazed with intensity as she gazed upon the legendary Life Altar, as if it were the most precious treasure in existence.

"If not for the presence of Her Majesty, I would have attempted to claim this altar," she muttered under her breath.

"Yu Yuan, I believe it would be wise for you to transfer your Heavenly Soul into the Life Altar. Others at the Soul Wandering Stage cannot separate their soul from their sea of consciousness, but you are different. You've practiced the Soul Forging Technique from the Divine Soul Sect and have been refining your Heavenly Soul; you're capable of this," Chen Qinghuang advised.

She went on, "Furthermore, with your Yang God form, you should abandon any other approaches. Simply use the Life Altar as a foundation. Once your Heavenly Soul is in place, you can gradually refine it with your spiritual power and soul awareness."

Her words sent a jolt through Yu Yuan, and he silently marveled, Is such a thing even possible?

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