Super Combat Soldier
Chapter 887 - 886 [Hu Gao’s Grandpa Also Died!]

Chapter 887: Chapter 886 [Hu Gao’s Grandpa Also Died!]

"Dongfang Meng, where are you? You absolutely cannot die!"

Ye Tianchen thought to himself, using the "Seeking Divine Skill" to view the scene. It cut out right when Dongfang Meng was gravely injured and fleeing, chased by three powerful black-cloaked figures. He didn’t forcefully use the divine skill to look further. Even if he did, he wouldn’t see anything, maybe even see the scene of Dongfang Meng being killed, which Ye Tianchen subconsciously didn’t want to see. Now he had only one thought, which was to search for Dongfang Meng along the way.

Heading southeast, Ye Tianchen applied the Divine Movement Skill to swiftly fly over mountains and rivers, while also releasing his powerful divine thought to sense Dongfang Meng’s aura. He was extremely careful along the way, afraid of missing any place, yet he still gained nothing until he arrived at Songshan Town, which was as prosperous as before. This place was very special within the Ancient Martial World of Song Mountain, where ordinary mortals did business, and powerful martial artists roamed. It was the best place to gather information, so Ye Tianchen stopped and entered the largest tavern in Songshan Town, to see if he could hear any news about Dongfang Meng.

Just as he sat down, Ye Tianchen heard, with his powerful divine thought, the conversations of several nearby martial artists. But they were not discussing Dongfang Meng; rather, they were talking about Hu Gao’s grandfather, Hu Le.

"Hey, have you heard? The second strongest loose cultivator, Hu Le, has made a move!"

"What? Hu Le has made a move? That’s an old rogue whose cultivation strength is unfathomable, and he never plays by the rules. He seems to have been in seclusion, so why is he out now?"

"Do you even need to ask? It’s for his grandson Hu Gao."

"Hu Gao? Oh, you’re talking about Hu Gao being chased by a mysterious powerful foe, right? I’ve heard about it too. They’re truly formidable, even breaking the Martial Saint Treasure, the Jade Rope, with just one palm. How powerful must they be!"

"Although Earth has long been unsuitable for cultivation, it was once a Martial Arts golden era. There are many hidden experts among its secrets, things you and I cannot know fully."

Hearing these martial artists’ discussions, Ye Tianchen frowned. He hadn’t expected not only the Ancient Tomb Sect to be destroyed, Dongfang Meng’s fate unknown, but also Hu Gao being hunted. Even the Martial Saint Treasure Jade Rope on him couldn’t protect him. His grandfather, who had been in seclusion for many years, also came out to ensure his safety. It was imaginable how strong the enemies were, beyond belief. What Ye Tianchen could think of were the Blood Killing Organization and the Nine Netherworld, the two most evil and powerful legacies on Earth. They wouldn’t spare anyone related to Ye Tianchen.

"I suggest you’d better not discuss these matters recklessly. The Ancient Martial World has been silent for so many years, passed down from the ancient Martial Arts golden era; why has it become like this today? Too many secrets are buried, and it seems a powerful and evil legacy is emerging to commit acts of annihilation. Let’s just pray for mighty individuals to stop them!" An older martial artist nearby quietly remarked.

"A powerful and evil legacy emerging? Earth has long been unsuitable for cultivation, yet such legacies remain?" someone couldn’t help but ask.

"Better left unsaid, better left unsaid. In short, don’t discuss recklessly. Use your time wisely to cultivate, and don’t roam the Ancient Martial World if you have no business. By the way, did you know? Hu Gao’s grandfather is dead!" The older martial artist said with some fear.

"What? Hu Le is dead?"

"Impossible, right? He was the second strongest loose cultivator, his cultivation strength unfathomable, at least at the Early-stage Martial Saint. Who could possibly kill him?"

"I don’t believe it, not even if you beat it into me. Someone could kill Hu Le? The second strongest loose cultivator, with a Martial Saint Realm cultivation, could walk across Earth’s Three Ancient Martial Worlds, and someone could kill him?"

"Believe it or not, Hu Le died on the nearby cliff, very miserably. The entire mountain range was shattered. All I can tell you is that an evil legacy from the ancient times on Earth is about to emerge. Their foundation is terrifyingly strong. Even Martial Saint Realm cultivation fears them, let alone us small fries. All we can hope for is for the old generation in seclusion to emerge and suppress them!"

Ye Tianchen disappeared and left the tavern. He headed to the cliff not far from Songshan Town. He intended to take a look there. If anyone said his heart wasn’t shocked, it would be impossible. Hu Gao’s grandfather Hu Le was one of the strongest among loose cultivators. Although many said Hu Le’s cultivation realm and battle strength were somewhat inferior to Bai Yanwu, in Ye Tianchen’s view, the two were evenly matched. If they were to have a great battle, it’s hard to say who would win or lose. Yet, Hu Le is dead, killed. This news is simply tongue-twisting and incredibly unbelievable. Who could possess such formidable strength to kill Hu Le?

If Hu Le is truly dead, Ye Tianchen could only think of two organizations capable of killing Hu Le, which are the Blood Killing Organization and the Nine Netherworld. Although there is currently no evidence or indication that suggests one of these two organizations caused it due to investigating Ye Tianchen’s affairs, resulting in the pursuit of those who had contact with him, the Ancient Tomb Sect was destroyed, Dongfang Meng is missing and presumed dead, Hu Gao is being chased, and even his grandfather was killed saving Hu Le. Ask yourself, aside from these two sinister legacy organizations, who else possesses such fierce methods and profound background, with formidable strength? Even senior Feng Qingyang had high evaluations for the Blood Killing Organization and the Nine Netherworld. Ye Tianchen could only think of these two forces.

When Ye Tianchen arrived at the edge of the cliff, he furrowed his eyebrows as at a cliff soaring up to ten thousand meters, there lay an elder’s corpse. The elder’s body was already desiccated, with blood flowing down, casting shadows on the cliff, evidently noticeable and striking. The elder’s hairstyle indeed matched Hu Gao’s, full of character.

Ye Tianchen rose and flew over to the elder. His head was drooping down, and at the center of his forehead was a rusty iron arrow. An eerie power flowed from the arrow, causing a sense of unease and horror.

"Seeking Divine Skill!"

Once more casting the Divine Skill to retrieve historical truth, Ye Tianchen’s heart was tense. He was fearful, frightened of witnessing Hu Gao being killed. Even Hu Le, Hu Gao’s grandfather, was murdered. So, what happened to Hu Gao? Since entering the Ancient Martial World, the only friend he made was Hu Gao. This guy, despite being even more unreliable, lecherous, disrespectful, and nonsensical than him, was absolutely a loyal brother. Now that Hu Gao is in trouble, Ye Tianchen could not ignore it, especially when it might be because of him that Hu Gao is being chased. He bears an unavoidable responsibility.

Seeking Divine Skill, recreating the scenes of the past, Ye Tianchen watched intently. First, Hu Gao appeared in the scene, being chased by a hunchbacked elder. That elder was extraordinarily strong, each palm strike was earth-shattering and accompanied by an intense slaughter aura, an unknown sinister divine arts. Hu Gao could only flee and dodge relentlessly, even when he summoned the Jade Rope, a Martial Saint Treasure, it could not withstand the elder’s attack, and the Jade Rope was forcibly shattered.

"Tell me, where is Ye Tianchen? I will take his life, and all treasures he’s carrying are mine!" The elder coldly asked Hu Gao.

"Why is everyone looking for that kid Ye Tianchen, huh? Am I not as handsome as him? Why don’t you look for me instead?" Hu Gao responded nonchalantly.

"You won’t tell, are you? Then, I’ll send you to death!"

Rumble!

The void split open, and Hu Gao’s grandfather emerged from it, clashing with the malicious elder. Their confrontation caused explosive sounds, and immense power manifested. Hu Gao was about to speak but was stopped by his grandfather, who solemnly told Hu Gao, "Run, as far as you can, and don’t come back. Grandpa can still protect you this time!"

"Grandpa..." Hu Gao tightly clenched his fists and turned to leave. He knew staying would only be a burden for his grandfather, with his cultivation strength being of no help. Hence, the only option was to depart and hope grandpa could defeat the malicious elder.

No need to see further, Ye Tianchen couldn’t bear to continue watching. This battle was earth-shattering and gods-defying. Hu Gao’s grandfather, Hu Le, had immense power, but the malicious elder’s attacks grew progressively stronger, ultimately leading to Hu Gao’s grandfather severely injuring the elder, and himself being nailed to the cliff by the rusty arrow the elder shot.

"You are the second person able to injure me to this extent, but unfortunately, you are still a bit lacking." The malicious elder, clutching his chest with blood gushing out, spoke to Hu Le’s corpse before chasing in the direction Hu Gao fled.

Ye Tianchen gazed at Hu Gao’s grandfather Hu Le’s corpse, solemnly bowed and said, "Senior, rest assured, as long as I, Ye Tianchen, live, I won’t let my brother Hu Gao have any mishap. You may rest in peace!"

Clenching his fists tightly, Ye Tianchen’s mood was naturally heavy and angry. Unexpectedly, it seemed his dream has sensed something. Dongfang Meng was in trouble, Hu Gao was in trouble. What about Tianshuang and the people in Desolate Stone Village? Ye Tianchen dared not think further. He must find Dongfang Meng and Hu Gao, hoping they’re alright, and hoping everyone in Desolate Stone Village is safe. (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets on Qidian.com; your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)