Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 411 - 319 End of Battle_1

Chapter 411: 319 End of Battle_1

A thunderous bang that shook the heavens and earth came from afar, as blue and yellow lights flashed in the high sky, and the shockwaves surged like tides.

Wu Xiao stood amidst a vast yellow desert, holding a jade ruler that flickered with yellow light. Inscribed on the front of the ruler were the words "Qiantu."

There were traces of blood at the corner of his mouth, and his complexion was slightly pale.

Mo Wuya and Qi Xiao stood in the sky, their expressions icy cold.

"Just as I expected, a second Soul Transformation Cultivator has appeared. No wonder you started this conflict, thinking that the two of you could annihilate me?"

Wu Xiao said with a cold face.

In his duel with Mo Wuya, relying on the Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure Qiantu Ruler, they were evenly matched; Qi Xiao suddenly made a move and ambushed, injuring Wu Xiao.

"Taoist Friend Wu has great skills, obtaining a Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure."

Fear flickered in Mo Wuya’s eyes.

If Wu Xiao did not have the Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure, Mo Wuya truly intended to annihilate Wu Xiao with Qi Xiao’s help, or at the very least, seriously injure him. Who would have known that Wu Xiao would bring out a Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure? Under such circumstances, it would be very difficult to seriously injure Wu Xiao.

"Shall we continue fighting? I am willing to accompany you."

Wu Xiao stated coldly.

Qi Xiao laughed heartily, saying, "I merely wanted to exchange pointers with Taoist Friend Wu. You truly live up to your reputation. There’s no benefit to continuing this fight. At our level, we should be considering ascension. There’s no need to continue."

"Let’s stop here, then!"

Mo Wuya expressed his agreement emphatically.

When cornered, a desperate dog will leap over a wall; it’s best to quit while you’re ahead and wait until Qi Xiao possesses a Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure before facing Wu Xiao again.

The Human Clan had a significant advantage and could outlast the Barbarian Tribe. If it came to a real battle to the death, it was uncertain what might happen next. Most importantly, even if they killed Wu Xiao, they would not gain much benefit. Territories, mines, and Spirit Medicine Gardens etc. were of little use to them, unable to enhance their cultivation or strength.

"Hmph, we will not cede territories. If you disagree, then let’s continue the fight."

Wu Xiao said with a cold face.

"Then let’s continue fighting! I would like to see just how long your Barbarian Tribe can last."

Qi Xiao’s face was full of the will to fight.

The principal strategic objective of this grand battle was to kill Wu Xiao, to seriously injure him if not, and lastly to expand territory.

The Nether Corpse Sect needed to expand its territory, so naturally, Qi Xiao would not agree to Wu Xiao’s terms.

"Taoist Friend Wu, do you think we can do nothing to you just because you possess a Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure?"

Mo Wuya scoffed coldly.

Fear appeared in Wu Xiao’s eyes, and after pondering for a moment, he said, "How much territory do you want?"

Qi Xiao produced a map and threw it to Wu Xiao.

Wu Xiao’s brow furrowed, "You’re asking for too much territory, treating us like soft persimmons. It would be more reasonable to cut it by seventy percent."

"Reduce it by thirty percent, that’s the bottom line," Qi Xiao said gravely.

"I also have a bottom line, a fifty percent reduction," Wu Xiao replied coldly.

Qi Xiao and Mo Wuya exchanged glances, then shook their heads,

"Reduce it by forty percent, that’s our bottom line," Mo Wuya said solemnly.

Wu Xiao considered for a moment and agreed, for when one’s strength is inferior, concessions must be made.

Having reached an agreement, they each returned to their camps and signaled to their troops to withdraw.

When Mo Wuya announced their victory, all the Human Cultivators cheered exuberantly.

The Ice Silkworm True Person heaved a sigh of relief. It was finally over; if the battle had continued, he might well have died on the front lines.

The Ice Silkworm True Person and other Nascent Soul Cultivators arrived at the Refuse Barbarian Hall, where Mo Wuya and Qi Xiao were seated in the main chairs.

"Senior Qi of the Nether Corpse Sect has advanced to the Divinity Transformation Stage; we now have two Soul Transformation Cultivators," Mo Wuya introduced.

"Greetings to Senior Mo, Senior Qi," the Ice Silkworm True Person and the others bowed deeply, showing utmost respect.

"This battle has claimed many lives and also brought forth numerous powerful cultivators. We will confer rewards and impose punishments based on merit, so for now, you all may return and rest. Master Nephew Lu, assign someone to tally the achievements of each force or individual. Those with contributions shall be rewarded, and those with offenses shall be punished,"

Mo Wuya ordered.

"Yes, Master Uncle Mo."

Lu Qingshan readily agreed.

After Mo Wuya gave a few more instructions, he left with Qi Xiao.

Ice Silkworm True Person and Du Yinyin returned to the Spirt Control Garden and sat down in a green stone pavilion.

"The conflict is finally over; we just need to wait for Junior Brother Shen’s return,"

Du Yinyin said, smiling.

...

Skywolf City, Skywolf Hall.

Wu Xiao sat in the chief seat, his gaze commanding.

Zhesen and over forty other Nascent Soul Cultivators stood on both sides, their expressions varied.

This battle, too, ended in their defeat.

The losses among the fifteen tribes were substantial, with four tribes crippled. The Golden Ape Tribe suffered the greatest losses, with tribe members slaughtered on the frontline and their stronghold attacked from behind by Shen Long and three others.

"Bi Xin, I entrust this to you; you are responsible for coordinating the transfer of territories to the Human Cultivators. Everyone else must obey your commands,"

Wu Xiao instructed.

"Yes, Great Elder (Senior Wu),"

Bi Xin and the others chorused their agreement.

"I have taken note of your performances in this battle, and you all did well, especially the Skywolf Tribe. Four Nascent Soul Cultivators died in battle, but five enemy Nascent Soul Cultivators were slain. Young friend Zhesen, take this Spiritual Treasure as a gift; I hope the Skywolf Tribe will continue to exert itself,"

Wu Xiao flicked his sleeve, sending a flying knife with a flashing green light shooting out, which landed in front of Zhesen.

"Senior Wu,"

Zhesen said, his face full of gratitude.

"Take it! You deserve it. The Human Clan in the Donghua Cultivation Realm has two Soul Transformation Cultivators, and they might instigate further conflicts. Once the battle is over, you should recuperate well and nurture more Nascent Soul Cultivators,"

Wu Xiao ordered.

Zhesen and the others readily agreed, their expressions respectful.

After giving a few more instructions, Wu Xiao dismissed everyone except Bi Xin.

"Continue the search for Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasures. Acquiring another one will greatly increase my strength,"

Wu Xiao ordered.

"Yes, Great Elder,"

Bi Xin agreed.

"Send people to those places that may have seals. It’s alright to break the seals. As long as we obtain a Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure, it does not matter even if the seal holds an ancient fierce demon. We..."

Before Wu Xiao could finish his sentence, he spat out a mouthful of black blood, his complexion paling.

"Great Elder, are you alright?"

Bi Xin asked, concerned.

"It’s nothing. Thankfully my physical body is strong. Having been struck by Qi Xiao’s Heavenly Corpse Palm, I would have turned into a puddle of blood by now. I need some time in quiet to exude the corpse poison from my body,"

Wu Xiao replied.

The Heavenly Corpse Palm was a rare and extremely poisonous skill, a unique Divine Skill from the Nether Corpse Sect’s Sect-Protecting Technique, the Heavenly Corpse Scripture.

If it had been an ordinary Soul Transformation Cultivator who had been hit by the Heavenly Corpse Palm, they would have succumbed to the poison long ago.

"Great Elder, should I invite Taoist Friend Tu to treat you?"

Bi Xin asked.

"The Heavenly Corpse Palm used by a Soul Transformation Cultivator cannot be neutralized by a fourth-order alchemist. The poisoning isn’t severe; I can force it out with a spell. You may go,"

Wu Xiao commanded, his voice somewhat weak.

After Bi Xin acknowledged, she withdrew.