Chapter 303 - 101 Your Gaze Is Annoying (1/10)

Chapter 303: Chapter 101 Your Gaze Is Annoying (1/10)

Exiled Immortal Valley!

The palm of the stone statue of the immortal suddenly burst forth with a misty luminescence. Immediately afterwards, stream after stream of flowing light flew out from within. Each time the flowing light fell to the ground, it would reveal a figure.

"We’re out!"

"This is—Exiled Immortal Valley!"

Looking at the scene before them, some people had the surreal feeling that a lifetime had passed. Although they hadn’t been in the Heavenly Realm for long, the realm was rich in Spiritual Energy and filled with Fierce Beasts, completely different from the outside world. After entering and then coming back out, it was normal to feel different.

Wrapped in the flowing light, Shen Changqing felt the mysterious power surrounding his body. Before he could react, he had already left the Heavenly Realm and reappeared in Exiled Immortal Valley.

Looking around, the place was packed with people, no fewer than several hundred. This was after many had died in the chaotic battle for the Longevity Fruit. Otherwise, the number would have been more than double. By this, one could see just how many people had entered the Heavenly Realm.

"Wait!"

While observing everyone, Shen Changqing’s gaze suddenly sharpened. There were many people present, but he could clearly see them all at a glance. Among the crowd, there was no sign of Fu Yue, nor was there any sight of Yun Dingtian.

It was understood that when the Heavenly Realm ended, everyone should leave. If someone hadn’t left, there was only one possibility: they had died!

Thinking of this possibility, Shen Changqing’s heart couldn’t help but tremble. For both Fu Yue and Yun Dingtian to have died in the Heavenly Realm... that’s impossible! Their strengths were among the top within the Heavenly Realm; they couldn’t have fallen so easily. Even in the struggle for the Longevity Fruit, that was simply impossible!

His mind grew heavy. The deaths of Fu Yue and Yun Dingtian were definitely not so simple.

His gaze shifted. Shen Changqing looked towards Xun Qu in the crowd. Feeling his gaze, Xun Qu also met his eyes. Between them, they both saw the serious expression in each other’s eyes.

"Fei Yun, was it you!" Baiyue City’s other Defender Envoy, Xiang Yuan, glared fiercely at Fei Yun, his eyes blazing with rage. He had pursued Xiao An; the only ones left behind had been Fu Yue and Fei Yun. Besides them, there were two others at Grandmaster Peak: Yun Dingtian and Yin Zizhen. Now that Yun Dingtian hadn’t emerged, it was clear he too had perished in the Heavenly Realm.

As for Yin Zizhen... to be honest, Xiang Yuan didn’t believe he had the capability to kill Fu Yue. Though a Grandmaster at their peak was strong, the possibility of one killing a Defender Envoy was minuscule. Of course, the most likely to have killed Fu Yue were naturally Shen Changqing and Xun Qu, as their faction was considered the strongest. But the problem was, Mountain-Breaking City’s Demon-Subduing Division had already obtained three Longevity Fruits. At that point, they would have no reason to target Fu Yue. With three Longevity Fruits in hand, their priority would have been to lay low and hide, not to go around committing murder. After thinking it over, Fei Yun seemed the most likely suspect.

Being accused, Fei Yun’s face turned cold. "I don’t know what you’re talking about!"

"There aren’t many capable of killing Fu Yue. If not you, how could she have died within the Heavenly Realm?" Xiang Yuan pressed on relentlessly. His eyes were spitting fire.

Accused in such a way, Fei Yun also grew angry. "If Fu Yue died, it was because she was outmatched. Many in the Heavenly Realm could have killed her. What makes you think it was me? Do you have any evidence?!"

Watching the two Defender Envoys quarrel, the others chose not to get involved, instead stepping away quietly. After entering the Heavenly Realm, everyone had gained something, more or less. If they didn’t leave now, they might end up being robbed.

Xiao An stepped up beside Xiang Yuan, his expression cold. "Xiang Yuan, you need evidence to make accusations. Without evidence, you’re just slandering. My South Sea City doesn’t fear your Baiyue City!" Towards Xiang Yuan, he also felt great displeasure. After Xiao An had snatched the Longevity Fruit, Xiang Yuan had relentlessly pursued him, causing his injuries to worsen. He would certainly avenge this grudge if he got the chance.

"Xiao An!" Xiang Yuan’s chest heaved violently, black energy swirling about him, ready to take action at any moment.

"You want to fight?" Xiao An sneered, his own aura bursting out. "Back in the Heavenly Realm, I was injured, which is why you had the upper hand. Now that my injuries have healed, you dare challenge me!"

"Let’s see about that!"

"Come on, Brother Fei, you needn’t intervene. This is between him and me!" With those words, Xiao An immediately launched an attack at Xiang Yuan. Their enmity had already been sown during the fight for the Longevity Fruit. Now, it was time to settle both new and old scores.

While the two Defender Envoys fought fiercely, Shen Changqing had no intention of intervening. His attention was completely on another person. Or rather, on a monk.

Earlier, with so many people around, Shen Changqing hadn’t noticed Shimohe’s presence. Now that others had left and Exiled Immortal Valley was relatively empty, Shimohe seemed somewhat conspicuous. It was nothing else—purely a matter of his aura. Especially when, focusing on this person, he could not discern the slightest detail about him. His estimation of this unknown expert grew even higher.

Nearby, Xun Qu also noticed Shimohe and the others standing behind him. Those are people from the Myriad Buddhas Sect. If I’m not mistaken, that old monk is Elder Xuanye. His strength is considerable, making him quite famous among Grandmasters. As for the other person... After glancing a few times at Shimohe, Xun Qu ultimately shook his head. He was certain he had never seen this person before. Recalling the known experts of the Myriad Buddhas Sect, there was no such individual among them.

At this moment, Shimohe slowly made his way towards Shen Changqing. The Tiankui cub that usually sat on Shen Changqing’s shoulder seemed to sense a threat and instantly bared its fangs with a low growl.

GRRR... The sound was deep, like a warning.

Seeing this, Shen Changqing’s heart tightened again. He patted the Tiankui cub’s head, signaling the Fierce Beast to be quiet, but his attention remained fixed on the newcomer.

"I sense the aura of Longevity Fruits on you," Shimohe said, his gaze shifting between Shen Changqing and Xun Qu. "It seems you’ve consumed more than one."

Finally, he looked at the Tiankui cub on Shen Changqing’s shoulder. "A Tiankui cub... It seems you two killed its parent. The Tiankui Inner Core must be in your possession, then."

Targeted by his gaze, both Shen Changqing and Xun Qu felt a great sense of alarm. However, neither of them was weak; despite their apprehension, they were not intimidated.

"We ate the Longevity Fruits, and yes, the Tiankui Inner Core is with us. So what? Do you intend to seize it?" Shen Changqing raised an eyebrow, a faint smile on his lips.

Hearing this, Shimohe also smiled. "You’re right. Hand over the Tiankui Inner Core, and this seat will grant you a swift death."

"You’re very confident," Shen Changqing said, his expression still calm as he looked steadily at Shimohe. "Since when has the Myriad Buddhas Sect dared to be so insolent before the Demon-Subduing Division?"

"With this seat present, the Myriad Buddhas Sect is no longer what it once was," Shimohe stated indifferently.

The scene quieted. The three of them locked gazes. Xun Qu hadn’t uttered a word from start to finish, his attention firmly fixed on Shimohe.

"Defender Xun, step back a bit!" Shen Changqing grabbed the Tiankui cub from his shoulder and tossed it to Xun Qu.

Hearing this, Xun Qu was slightly startled, but saying nothing more, he caught the Tiankui cub and retreated.

As he retreated, Shen Changqing and Shimohe’s bodies seemed to flicker abruptly. Then, an earth-shattering sound erupted. A destructive shockwave burst forth from between them.

BOOM—

Both men staggered backward.

Peak of the Physical System! Shen Changqing shook his hand. He had just exchanged a blow with Shimohe. My full-strength punch hadn’t even managed to budge his physical body. If anything, I seemed to be at a slight disadvantage.

Although he knew Shimohe’s strength was extraordinary, only now did he feel truly shocked. This man was far from simple.

There were some Grandmasters in the world who had reached the peak of the Spiritual System. However, reaching the peak of the Physical System was not so easy.

Meanwhile, Shimohe’s calm expression finally showed a hint of excitement. "To think that I would encounter a Grandmaster at the peak of the Physical System right after leaving the Heavenly Realm. You are worthy of my serious attention." As he spoke, his gaze towards Shen Changqing was filled with approbation, like an elder looking at a junior. That look greatly annoyed Shen Changqing.

"Your gaze is truly irritating!" Shen Changqing retorted. His Flesh radiated a brilliant golden light! His blood qi surged like a blazing Great Sun!

As he spoke, his power was fully mobilized, reaching its peak. He stepped forward, his right palm striking out.

Seeing this, Shimohe formed a hand seal resembling a pinching flower, his Flesh also glowing with golden light, like a Buddha reincarnate, as he too struck out with his right palm.

The two palms collided. A terrifying force was unleashed. The violent power surged, making Shen Changqing’s Flesh tremble slightly and his blood qi churn.

Taking a step back, he drew the Tiger Fang Blade from his waist; in his Sea of Consciousness, a blood-colored lotus swayed. As the long blade slashed, a blood-red Blade Gang tore through the air.

"Amitabha Buddha!" Shimohe chanted and pointed a finger, striking the Blade Gang accurately. A powerful finger-force erupted, easily shattering the Blade Gang.

As the Blade Gang disintegrated, a powerful spiritual intent hammered towards him. Shimohe’s expression turned cold. "Hmph!" With an angry snort, he instantly crushed the invading spiritual power.

He struck out with another palm, like a wrathful Vajra. The Palm Gang shook the void, its might unparalleled and irresistible.

"Well met!" Shen Changqing took a deep breath. The Tiger Fang Blade gleamed with a blood-colored edge. In his Dantian, the Great Sun Golden Core also blazed fiercely.