Daoist Competition
Chapter 104 - 16 The Heavens Unleash Slaughter Across the Full Building (Part 2)

Chapter 104: Chapter 16 The Heavens Unleash Slaughter Across the Full Building (Part 2)

He set his thoughts aside, determined to seize the time to meditate and practice breathing techniques, striving to refine a few more streams of Kun Spirit Dull Qi during this period to enhance his ability for self-defense.

After ten or so days passed this way, he successfully refined another stream of Kun Spirit Dull Qi and also sensed that Luo Xiao was drawing closer to him.

Although the tower had remained absolutely quiet during these days, he did not relax his vigilance. Three Dharma Treasures were kept ready at hand to respond to any unexpected developments at any moment.

But where were they now?

He pushed open the door and stepped out. As he glanced around, his brows furrowed, and he muttered to himself, "This direction... it looks like we’re heading toward Surging Wave Lake?"

Surging Wave Lake was one of the Three Pools, and its master Qu Yue was a carp spirit who had cultivated for over a thousand years. It was said that after the Three Pools Lake Demon and the Mingcang Sect decided to cease hostilities, he was the first to lay down arms and halt the fighting. Although the demons’ territory provided passage to Water Country, the journey was not shortened much. Moreover, it seemed provocatively suspicious.

Something was wrong!

He noticed a few powerful warriors who had appeared out of nowhere that day, seeing faint malevolence hidden in their expressions. Zhang Yan’s gaze suddenly sharpened as an overwhelming sense of danger instinctively warned him. It was likely that just before reaching Surging Wave Lake would be their chosen moment to make their move!

He sneered coldly, his eyes brimming with killing intent as he gripped the Ruyi Divine Shuttle hidden in his sleeve. Although Luo Xiao had yet to arrive, rather than wait passively, it would be better to strike first and take the enemy by surprise!

A thousand miles away from Surging Wave Lake, a flying palace, spanning roughly a mile in length and width, hovered atop the cloud clusters.

At the center of the grand hall, a man sat upon a high dais. His nose was tall and bridge-like, his forehead broad, and his eyes sharp as a falcon’s. His chin was sturdy as a pillar’s base. Upon his head was a Purple Gold Crown, whose long tassels drooped to his shoulders and sides. He wore the Xuan Flood Dragon Gold Armor with the Peng Feather Cloak draped across his shoulders, and Beast Head Cloud Boots adorned his feet. His figure was imposing, almost double the size of an ordinary man. One glance at him exuded an unparalleled aura of intimidation.

This man was Su Yihong, the eldest direct descendant of the Qinyang Su Family.

At that moment, his piercing gaze shot toward the north, where dozens of flashes of light were flying toward him, landing on the floating steps in front of the flying palace. Each individual bore Xuan Guang Cultivation, and the foremost figure was a cultivator of the Xuan Guang Third Realm. He stepped ahead of the group and bowed with cupped hands, saying, "He Guo greets Senior Brother Su."

Su Yihong spoke in a deep voice, "What’s the situation?"

He Guo laughed heartily and said, "Old Li Qu the Carp Spirit is still oblivious to everything and remains utterly in the dark, making it perfect for us to act."

"Excellent!" Su Yihong slammed the table as he stood, his gaze sweeping across the room. He said, "Today’s operation impacts our plans for the coming hundred years. Will anyone here choose to back out?"

His eye carried an indomitable force, causing the dozens of cultivators to tighten their expressions, their reverence palpable. Led by He Guo, they collectively bowed deeply and said, "We shall obey Senior Brother’s commands without fail."

Su Yihong nodded in satisfaction and slowly sat back down, gripping the snarling lion head carved into the armrest. He said, "Years ago, several elders of the sect promised me that if I could conquer Deep Pool, they would grant me that territory and permit me to establish a mansion outside the sect. I have battled for years, advancing all the way to Old Li Qu the Carp Spirit’s Jiuquxi Palace doorstep. I’m only one step away from realizing my ambition, yet at this precise moment, someone wants to forge peace with Water Country. It shall never happen!"

He Guo shouted loudly, "Senior Brother, simply tell us how to proceed. Your brothers are of one mind!"

Su Yihong said, "Second Brother departed atop the Flying Tower twelve days ago. Calculating the time, he should arrive within one more day. As soon as Second Brother captures Zhang Yan, that true disciple, and brings back his head, we will use the excuse of a true disciple’s murder to invade Jiuquxi Palace, raze Deep Pool, and slay Old Li Qu the Carp Spirit. Once we occupy this Water Mansion, let’s see if Qu Yue of the Demon Fish can still endure!"

One person said, "I’ve heard of this Zhang Yan before. Last time, it was he who caused the accidental death of Second Brother’s Spirit Pet, captured many of his junior disciples, and disgraced Second Brother greatly. This time serves as the perfect opportunity to settle the score."

Su Yihong nodded, then turned his gaze to a young cultivator standing behind He Guo. He said, "He Fang, you will personally support Second Brother. To ensure safety, once Zhang Yan is captured, eliminate everyone accompanying him. If Second Brother protests, tell him that it is by my order."

He then threw something over and said, "I’ll give you this token. It can imprison Zhang Yan’s Primordial Spirit. Later, find a spirit beast, erase his Primordial Spirit, replace it with the beast’s, and present it to Second Brother. Tell him to make Zhang Yan live as a beast for eternity."

Upon hearing this, sweat drenched the foreheads of everyone around him, none daring to make a sound.

He Fang, however, was visibly eager. He stepped forward, took the token, and patted his chest confidently, saying, "Rest assured, Senior Brother. Wait for my return shortly with Zhang Yan’s head and Second Brother."

Turning swiftly, he descended the hall, ready to fly away. Just as he was about to leave, he felt his arm being firmly held. Looking back, he saw his elder brother He Guo catching up to him. He asked in surprise, "Brother, what’s the matter?"

He Guo cautioned, "Rumors say this Zhang Yan is cunning and adept at scheming. Second Brother, you must act cautiously and never let your guard down. Remember that one small mistake on your part could jeopardize Senior Brother Su’s grand plan."

He Fang immediately objected, saying, "Brother, you underestimate me. Zhang Yan hasn’t even reached the Ming Qi Stage. Why should I, a Xuan Guang Second Realm cultivator, fear him?" After speaking, he brushed off his arm and turned to leave. But He Guo firmly grabbed him once again and forcibly handed him something, saying, "Take this. It’s the Purple Pattern Calming Hammer that Senior Brother Su bestowed upon me last time. Use it well."

He Fang initially refused and thought to himself, "Brother truly doubts my capabilities."

Yet He Guo insisted. Left with no choice, He Fang ultimately accepted it, muttering a few complaints under his breath. He briskly climbed the floating steps, his Xuan Guang gathering beneath his feet, and in the blink of an eye, a crimson glow shot into the skies.