Martial Conquest of the Nine Desolates
Chapter 370 - 368: The First Challenge Ends

Chapter 370: Chapter 368: The First Challenge Ends

Boom, boom, boom!

Above the heaven, the wind and clouds changed colors, thunder roared, and a towering figure stood amidst the clouds, akin to a Heavenly God descending upon the mortal world. A terrible aura swept outwards, causing the gathered Young Talents on the plains to lose their color and feel an immense pressure.

"He has arrived!"

The eyes of the crowd revealed fear as they immediately ceased their chatter, as if the towering presence was a taboo.

This formidable young man had previously gone unnoticed, but in his first emergence, he displayed overwhelming strength, first using his special physique to entangle Nangong Xingyu, then forcibly blasting Xiao Ye into the Death Mountain Range.

After that, he disappeared from everyone’s sight, as if he scorned associating with them.

Nobody knew which Kingdom he hailed from, they only knew of his close ties with Jinpengzi and his name—Jun Shitian!

The fierce winds howled in the sky, Jun Shitian’s expression cold and fierce. The strange totem on his face seemed to come alive, writhing slowly, while his eyes, dark as the Abyss, seemed capable of Devouring the wills of others.

"I really didn’t anticipate, that with your large fate, you didn’t die, but today, no one can save you."

Jun Shitian looked down at Xiao Ye, his gaze releasing two cold gleams that landed on Xiao Ye, his voice causing the void itself to tremble.

Boom!

As his words ended, a massive Grotto Heaven rose up behind him, radiating a fearsome Suppression. In comparison, the Grotto Heavens of other Void Martial Realm Heavenly Prides from the Sky Breaking King Realm could barely count as minor witches before a sorcerer.

Clearly, Jun Shitian had advanced far within the Void Martial Realm, disproportionate to his age.

Xiao Ye abandoned his attempt to kill Jinpengzi, soared into the air to the same height as Jun Shitian, and remembered how the latter had driven him into a corner. A surge of killing intent roiled in his heart.

However, even though Xiao Ye had realized half-level Slaughter Principle, he remained cautious in the face of this foe. This was a frightening enemy, and across the entire Sky Breaking King Realm, the only ones he took seriously were Nangong Xingyu and Jun Shitian.

"Not only did I not die, but I now also have the power to kill you, for which I should thank you," Xiao Ye retorted to Jun Shitian’s words.

"Haha, you people always think too highly of yourselves, becoming smug with a little luck, without realizing that in this world, there are some people you can never catch up to," Jun Shitian laughingly replied, his gaze sweeping past the Sky Breaking Saber behind Xiao Ye, clearly deeming that Xiao Ye’s reliance was the Sky Breaking Saber.

This heated exchange excited the hearts of the many Young Talents, signaling the inevitable clash between Xiao Ye and Jun Shitian.

However, upon hearing this, Xiao Ye did not immediately make his move, but instead his gaze lingered on Jun Shitian’s right arm, and his pupils suddenly contracted.

He noticed that Jun Shitian’s right sleeve was somewhat tattered, and traces of fresh blood flowed down his arm.

"He’s injured?" Xiao Ye’s heart skipped a beat. What kind of danger could have injured Jun Shitian this severely?

The answer would soon be revealed.

Boom!

A likewise astonishing wave of power arrived from afar. Xiao Ye turned to look, and saw Nangong Xingyu, adorned in a light blue robe, approaching through the air.

"Jun Shitian, give me what I want," Nangong Xingyu said.

At this moment, Nangong Xingyu no longer possessed his usual otherworldly demeanor; instead, his hair was slightly disheveled, and his robe was stained with patchy blood, appearing a bit worn out.

Seeing Xiao Ye, Nangong Xingyu was noticeably startled, a flicker of joy crossing his eyes.

"Lucky for you, you’re unharmed, otherwise that girl would annoy me to death," Nangong Xingyu silently thought, quickly regaining his composure.

"With your current state, you do not have the ability to take my possessions," Jun Shitian said coldly to Nangong Xingyu.

"Although I’m injured, you’re not in much better shape. Who is stronger will soon be clear," Nangong Xingyu stated indifferently, confronting Jun Shitian from afar.

Witnessing Nangong Xingyu’s appearance and hearing the exchange between the two, the Young Talents on the plains got noisy. It seemed that these two had already fought over a treasure and both had sustained injuries, but who was slightly stronger?

Hearing Nangong Xingyu’s words, Jun Shitian’s expression darkened, then he turned to look at Xiao Ye, his eyes flickering with hesitation.

"It’s your lucky day, I don’t wish to entangle with you now. When the ranking battle begins, I will deal with you." Having said that, Jun Shitian descended, Sealing Jinpengzi’s wounds.

Xiao Ye coldly sneered inwardly.

Clearly, Jun Shitian’s earlier appearance was mere posturing, and now injured, he feared being at a disadvantage if joined by Nangong Xingyu, thus his facade for the sake of pride.

Indeed, a person with a thick face.

"So your name is Jun Shitian. You may choose to not duel me, but I won’t easily let you off," Xiao Ye silently thought to himself, an idea flashing through his mind, then he flew towards Nangong Xingyu.

"Are your injuries severe?" Xiao Ye asked, grateful to Nangong Xingyu.

If not for Nangong Xingyu, probably the moment he entered the Sky Breaking King Realm, Jinpengzi would have attacked him.

Nangong Xingyu was about to give chase, hearing the question he nodded: "I fought with Jun Shitian and didn’t come out unscathed. Within this Sky Breaking King Realm, I have yet to find an Elixir or Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures that can heal the injuries of a Void Martial Realm Martial Artist."

Nangong Xingyu said, coughing up traces of fresh blood and painfully furrowing his eyebrows.

Xiao Ye felt moved, not expecting Jun Shitian to be so formidable as to leave Nangong Xingyu so badly injured.

Then, Xiao Ye secretly took out a vibrant red, dewy Cloud Ginseng Fruit and passed it over, saying, "This can heal your injuries."

"Cloud Ginseng Fruit?" Nangong Xingyu’s body trembled with excitement in his eyes.

Being a member of the Genius Camp, he naturally recognized the Cloud Ginseng Fruit, which could even heal the wounds of a King Martial Realm Expert, let alone his own.

"Thank you. I will repay this favor," Nangong Xingyu said without hesitation, giving Xiao Ye a profound look before taking the fruit, finding a hidden spot on the plain to consume it, and then sat down cross-legged to dissolve the medicine’s power.

"Heh heh, Jun Shitian, once Nangong Xingyu’s injuries are completely healed, I want to see how you can still be arrogant," Xiao Ye smirked, following close behind to guard beside Nangong Xingyu.

Boom!

A surge of resplendent radiance exploded from Nangong Xingyu’s body, every inch of his skin glowing as his injuries rapidly healed.

Elsewhere, after sealing Jinpengzi’s wounds, Jun Shitian cast a curious glance around and did not notice Nangong Xingyu following.

"Hmph, it seems that Nangong Xingyu is afraid of me, hence the retreat," Jun Shitian said with a cold laugh, confidently remaining in place to recover from his injuries.

The Young Talents were utterly confused; not only had there been no fight between Jun Shitian and Nangong Xingyu, but also none with Xiao Ye?

"The ranking battle is about to start; let’s not worry about others anymore and focus on our cultivation," suggested the young geniuses, dispersing to seek places for rigorous training.

Those who could reach the central area of the Sky Breaking King Realm at this time were all powerful Young Talents; not a single one was weak.

Three days later, an immense aura soared into the sky, dense starlight pouring directly into the Nine Heavens, followed by a blue-robed young man with hands behind his back, walking on air.

This young man was Nangong Xingyu, who had fully recovered from his injuries thanks to the Cloud Ginseng Fruit.

"Eh?"

Jun Shitian, who was recovering, opened his eyes and was shocked to see Nangong Xingyu.

"Not only has his injury been restored, but his cultivation has also reached its peak!" Jun Shitian could feel Nangong Xingyu’s condition and was taken aback.

Little did he know that Xiao Ye had not only offered the Cloud Ginseng Fruit but also a High Grade Essence Stone.

"The things on me cannot be lost," Jun Shitian, without hesitating, leaped up, preparing to leave.

"Jun Shitian, stay," Nangong Xingyu stepped forward as if instant teleporting in front of him, then slapped out with his palm.

Boom!

A terrifying force transformed into a massive palm, directly forcing Jun Shitian back.

"Unless you hand over what I want, you are assured to die today," Nangong Xingyu’s robes fluttered as he approached Jun Shitian.

Xiao Ye trailed behind Nangong Xingyu with a cold smirk.

By providing the Cloud Ginseng Fruit and a High Grade Essence Stone, he could repay Nangong Xingyu and enjoy seeing Jun Shitian frustrated, killing two birds with one stone.

Jun Shitian’s eyes blazed with fury, resentfully looking at Xiao Ye.

He had guessed that Nangong Xingyu’s recovery was Xiao Ye’s handiwork.

"Alright, it’s my bad luck this time," Jun Shitian, facing Nangong Xingyu’s onslaught, changed his expression and quickly took out a brocade box from his chest and tossed it to Nangong Xingyu.

Snap!

Nangong Xingyu caught the brocade box and immediately stowed it away.

Xiao Ye was a bit stunned and speechless, thinking that Jun Shitian lacked backbone.

He had thought that Jun Shitian would resist and then get thoroughly thrashed by Nangong Xingyu; who could have predicted the latter would capitulate so quickly.

Nonetheless, seeing the exasperation with nowhere to vent, it was worth it. But what could be the treasure that sparked contention between these two?

Aside from the Slaughter Principle, what other treasures could there be in the Sky Breaking King Realm? Xiao Ye wondered.

"Now it’s my turn to take Jinpengzi’s life," Xiao Ye thought, seeing no further excitement and gazing at the pale-faced Jinpengzi before dashing forward.

"How dare you continue to act in my presence, do you think you are Nangong Xingyu?" Enraged, Jun Shitian saw Xiao Ye flying towards him and fumed furiously.

Boom!

Just then, the Central Continent nestled among the clouds suddenly trembled, and an overwhelming aura swept across the Nine Desolates.

"Time is up, the first assessment is over." A voice filled with suppression rang out, followed by the appearance of several formidable figures from the Central Continent, their radiant eyes shining like the sun.