Evil Venerable of the Sword Dao
Chapter 451 - 100 Fierce Might

Chapter 451: Chapter 100 Fierce Might

Frost Tears, still Frost Tears, whether a Space-Time Secret Realm portal was opened or not, it remained the same.

The rules between Heaven and Earth did not show any significant changes. Cold places were still cold, and chaotic places still in chaos.

There were winds between Heaven and Earth, lonely and desolate winds, that rustled through the world.

On the ground, specks of yellow sand were blown into the air by the wind, filling the sky with a haze, blurring visibility.

This world was silent and forlorn, with waves of deathly energy swirling and decaying atmospheres continually emerging.

After a long time, the circle of light still had not disappeared; it continued to exist.

Only then did the cultivators who hadn’t left fly towards the vicinity of the circle of light.

"This Zhou Yan, really a petty man in power, isn’t he? Just because he has a secret technique here to display full strength, he is so wildly arrogant, truly worthy of death!" one of the cultivators immediately said indignantly within the crowd.

"Hmph, I don’t know which master is speaking so boastfully—why didn’t I see you being so remarkable earlier?"

Feng Jiu Xian immediately retorted sarcastically upon hearing these words.

"Slut, it was I, Yu Xing Venerate, who said it, what about it?" the cultivator immediately retorted furiously.

"So it’s Yu Xing Venerate, indeed formidable, but you, this trash, why don’t you come out and fight me? I, Feng Jiu Xian, will slash you with one move!"

Feng Jiu Xian sneered and provoked with Nirvana Fire.

The terrifying Nirvana Fire, even within this span of Heaven and Earth, was not restricted, as if it burned enough to twist the Void itself.

"Hmph! Fight you? You are not worthy! Once I comprehend the Sword Dao Sword Intent of this place and go out, you’ll see, but for now, I want to understand the mystery of the portal of this Secret Realm and pay no heed to you, you slut."

Yu Xing Venerate said, somewhat shocked but trying to remain calm.

He was surrounded by several powerful cultivators, and although Feng Jiu Xian had some ability, handling one person was manageable, but facing several in alliance, she would certainly suffer. Therefore, after hearing his words, she just snorted coldly and then ignored such a petty person.

"This circle of light indeed contains a powerful aura of death. It’s probably not something you can enter lightly, but if someone has a powerful Holy Artifact, maybe it’s possible to invoke Guardian Light and forcibly enter to see!" Yu Xing Venerate was not a useless person; after all, those deemed ’Venerates’ surely had some abilities. He looked at the dark gray portal and pondered.

"To have a map, does that ensure that Zhou Yan and his companions will obtain the Secret Realm? Everyone should think carefully; this is the Secret Realm we’re talking about! As for comprehending the Ten Thousand Ghosts Sword Dao—when compared to the Secret Realm, can it even compare?" an exceptional genius also said.

"A Secret Realm is like having a top-level Cultivation cave, which is almost like having a continuous remarkable encounter, like being cultivated personally by a Saint every day! Are we just going to give it up?"

"Why don’t we join forces, destroy this circle of light, or open the channel within, and let a Holy Artifact pierce through the space door, how about that?"

Led by Yu Xing Venerate, many dissatisfied cultivators quickly voiced their opinions.

After all, the temptation of the Secret Realm was too strong; no one could resist such allure.

Feng Jiu Xian’s heart also grew hot from persuasion, but she just coldly observed everything. She understood that since Zhou Yan was determined to acquire the Yuan Ci Secret Realm, anyone who dared oppose him would surely be killed by him.

Thus, after casting a few cold glances, she no longer paid attention to the matter and flew off towards the distance, to comprehend the Ten Thousand Ghosts Sword Dao on her own.

"This world is truly strange."

After emerging from the Space-Time portal, Zhou Yan was like walking through the Universe Void, amidst a world of darkness, cold and desolate.

Such a place was really not a good one, where negative emotions would be amplified without restraint when alone.

Fortunately, this time there were six cultivators accompanying him.

"Indeed, it’s like being within a Star Domain, as if we are outside a planet." responded Jia Yongheng immediately, taking up the conversation after Zhou Yan’s remark.

After Jia Yongheng finished speaking, Qingyao Venerate, Si Yuan Venerate, and Jiang Yuning, among others, also curiously surveyed their surroundings.

Then, as the dark aura of death began to intensify, the faces of several of them unavoidably changed.

"Sss-s—"

Suddenly, a withered lightning bolt appeared out of nowhere in the world, like a scythe of the grim reaper, ferociously slicing towards everyone, including Zhou Yan.

Zhou Yan was startled and instinctively dodged, contorting his body to avoid the strike.

At the same time, Holy Daughter Jiang Yuning, Jia Yongheng, Si Yuan Venerate, and Qingyao Venerate all suddenly contorted their bodies and hastily dodged the attack.

However, Zhuge Jiayue and Yan Ran Venerate were caught unprepared and were struck by the lightning-like radiance.

Yan Ran Venerate’s body was immediately split in two; her Combat Armor shattered, and one full, white breast was slashed away, leaving her body a blur of bloody flesh.

In an instant, Yan Ran Venerate almost met her end, miserably dodging that unparalleled strike.

Zhuge Jiayue’s head had been slashed and flew off, her body almost reduced to ashes by that desolate lightning force.

Fortunately, they both had some tricks up their sleeves, restoring themselves to their original state in an instant, and the lightning disappeared as quickly as it had appeared, not striking repeatedly.

Otherwise, neither of them would have any chance of survival.

"Ugh—"

Zhuge Jiayue’s face paled terribly after reverting to normal, and then she spat out a mouthful of dazzling blood spray, which was very striking.

"Cough cough—"

Yan Ran continued to cough up blood, her chest steaming with blood as well. Her combat armor was shattered, revealing more of her than intended.

Her originally beautiful face was now smeared with blood. She was less injured than Zhuge Jiayue, but her situation seemed far more grave.

This clearly demonstrated that Yan Ran had far less foundation than Zhuge Jiayue.

"What is this, how can there be such lightning? Is this the Power of Destruction?"

Zhuge Jiayue’s mouth was still dripping with vivid blood traces, speaking in a trembling voice that was rather harrowing.

"Be careful."

"Sizzle—"

"Boom boom—"

Just then, several bolts of lightning struck without warning, carving deep black pits and ravines into the ground.

This time, since they were prepared, no one was struck, but the expressions on their faces grew colder and more solemn.

"The Power of Destruction... this... this is the real Frost Tears, the true core of Ten Thousand Ghosts Sword Tomb. Those places before were merely the periphery."

Jia Yongheng said with a wry smile after careful Qi Observation and analysis.

"Then finding the Yuan Ci Secret Realm looks to be very difficult."

Zhou Yan pondered for a moment before asking.

"Yes, it’s naturally difficult. Otherwise, if it was easy to find, why would the Yuan Ci Secret Realm remain unattained?" Jia Yongheng explained.

Zhou Yan nodded, then looked toward Yan Ran and Zhuge Jiayue, saying, "You two come over here."

"Ah—"

When Zhou Yan spoke, both Zhuge Jiayue and Yan Ran jumped, fearing they had become a burden after their injuries and that he intended to silence them.

After all, they had witnessed Zhou Yan’s ruthlessness firsthand and knew he would not be soft-hearted just because they were women.

Accordingly, both women’s faces turned pale in an instant.

At their peak, neither could match Zhou Yan, and now, should he wish to assassinate them, they feared they would have no chance of resistance.

Their bodies shivered, feeling as if they had fallen into an ice cave, chilled to the bone.

At this moment, even Qingyao’s face looked somewhat unsightly, but she dared not plead for mercy.

"Zhou... Zhou Yanxuan, I... I never intended to be your enemy, nor did I dare to entertain a single thought of robbing you... I did indeed look down on you before, but I’ve long put those thoughts aside..."

Yan Ran was so frightened that her speech trembled.

She was an extraordinary genius, but for a genius to reach this point was no easy feat, especially without the massive backing others had, every step was filled with struggles.

Behind her lay a family with burdens that needed her support, responsibilities to share. If she died here, she would certainly go to her grave filled with regrets...

Reminded of her kin suffering hardships, Yan Ran suddenly mustered courage, making no attempt to hide as she gazed at Zhou Yan with pleading eyes.

"Who said anything about killing you? With the lightning growing more intense, you two would undoubtedly die. I know that not only do you harbor no ill will towards me, you’ve even considered helping me. Hence, I’ll take good care of you. I, Zhou Yan, am clear about gratitude and grudges."

Zhou Yan looked at Yan Ran with an odd expression, then said softly.

He had not expected that he had left such a violent impression on these people, as if he were a god of slaughter.

"Ah... then... thank you, Zhou Yanxuan."

Yan Ran was taken aback, her cheeks flushing instantly, and her whole being finally relaxed a bit.

Although Zhuge Jiayue did not display such an exaggerated reaction, she too breathed a sigh of relief.

It was only at this point that both realized that in just a short span of time, their combat armor had been almost drenched in sweat.

"These two sets of combat armor are Soul Artifact Battle Armor; you can wear them for protection. They should be able to withstand this inexplicable lightning. Also, stay close, I will perform the Nirvana Rebirth technique twice to heal your injuries. Your willingness to help me find the Secret Realm is commendable, keep up such intentions."

Zhou Yan said proactively, as if he knew their thoughts.

As these words were spoken, even the Holy Daughter Jiang Yuning couldn’t help but brighten her eyes and gave Zhou Yan an affectionate and subtle glance when no one was looking.

But at this moment, Zhuge Jiayue and Yan Ran felt somewhat relieved, grateful that they hadn’t let the so-called Secret Realm muddle their thoughts with greed. Otherwise, the outcome for them this time could have been truly unfavorable.