Supreme of the Heavenly Realm
Chapter 219 - 216 Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire

Chapter 219: Chapter 216 Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire

"What is it?"

Mu Yan’s beautiful eyes lit up ever so slightly. This was related to whether or not the Soul-devouring Curse could be lifted. For Ye Xuan, it might have just been a promise, but for her, it was the most important matter.

"The Soul-devouring Curse is an extremely yin and evil curse. Merely relying on the power of some Spiritual Medicines isn’t enough to completely neutralize it."

Ye Xuan’s expression became serious, "To thoroughly lift the curse, we need something very important—a treasure that is exceedingly yang and pure, such as some Pure Yang Treasures, or Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fires. These things are very rare in the Tiannan Region and might be very difficult to find in a short amount of time."

The Tiannan Region was too remote. Although such treasures were precious, there would usually be some rumors about them. But now, there were no clues at all.

"I’ve never heard of the Pure Yang Treasure you mentioned, but I do know of a Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire," Mu Yan said, lowering her head to ponder for a moment before slowly lifting it again, a glint of light emerging in her radiant eyes.

"Oh?"

Hearing Mu Yan say this, Ye Xuan was intrigued.

"It’s said that within the Wildfire Sect, there exists a Fire Refining Tower and that it is a treasured place for the Sect’s members to cultivate. Within the tower, a Spiritual Fire is sealed, providing an unending supply of fiery energy to the Fire Refining Tower, offering convenience for the disciples of the Wildfire Sect. Cultivating in the Fire Refining Tower greatly benefits the disciples of the Wildfire Sect, and I think it’s all because of the sealed Spiritual Fire," Mu Yan said, her expression thoughtful.

"The Wildfire Sect?"

Ye Xuan paused, then began to ponder, having not expected the Wildfire Sect to have a Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire.

"Are we going to ask the Wildfire Sect to borrow it?"

Frowning, Ye Xuan remembered Ouyang Lie’s smug face and immediately felt the task was somewhat troublesome.

"Borrowing it is impossible. For the Wildfire Sect, the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire is as vital as life itself. How could they possibly lend it to you?" Mu Yan shook her head. Not to mention the Wildfire Sect had no good feelings toward Ye Xuan—a fact evident from the recent dispute between Ye Xuan and Ouyang Lie. And even if Ye Xuan had a good relationship with the Wildfire Sect, how could such a treasure as the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire possibly be lent out so easily?

"That makes sense. It seems we’ll have to acquire it through clever means," Ye Xuan said, stroking his chin thoughtfully.

"Acquire it through clever means? You mean to steal it?" Mu Yan was taken aback.

"Other than stealing it, do you have any other ideas?" Ye Xuan gave her a look.

"Of course, I don’t mind, but you are a True Disciple of the Heavenly Martial Hall. If your whereabouts were to be exposed, and the Wildfire Sect discovered it, that’d be a big problem."

Mu Yan’s expression was calm, she naturally had no qualms about stealing the Spiritual Fire from the Wildfire Sect, but Ye Xuan was, after all, from the Heavenly Martial Hall. If discovered, it could cause a massive uproar.

"Then we’ll make sure not to be exposed."

Ye Xuan’s lips curved slightly upward. He had been irked by the people of the Wildfire Sect for a while now, whether it be those True Disciples or the Inner Sect Elder Ouyang Lie; none of them were up to any good. Stealing the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire they considered as precious as life itself, he wondered what Ouyang Lie’s face would look like.

Moreover, it wasn’t just about helping Mu Yan lift the curse. If he could acquire a Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire, it would also greatly increase his strength. Once completely refined, the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Fire could be employed at any time, and when used in the refinement of Spiritual Medicines, it would be an extremely beneficial auxiliary tool.

"So when do you plan to make your move?"

Seeing that Ye Xuan had no reservations, Mu Yan’s concerns dissipated as well. To her, lifting the Soul-devouring Curse was of paramount importance.

"Let’s wait a few days. I’ll send you a message when it’s time, and we’ll meet in a city near the Wildfire Sect," Ye Xuan thought for a moment and then said.

"Alright, I’ll be on my way then." Mu Yan nodded her head and then prepared to leave. Staying together with Ye Xuan for too long would be bad if they were noticed.

"Wait,"

Just as Mu Yan was about to leave, Ye Xuan suddenly called out to her and pulled her close, nearly a breath’s distance away. Perhaps because she was caught off guard, Mu Yan ended up bumping right into Ye Xuan’s chest.

"What are you doing?"

Mu Yan’s face flushed, but she regained her composure in an instant. She knew Ye Xuan wasn’t a man to act inappropriately; after all, even when he had lost his reason in the underground space, he had been able to stop himself at the last moment. Now that everything was fine, he wouldn’t do anything outrageous.

"What can I do? I have a Concealing Skill here that can contain one’s aura. I’ll pass it on to you now. Before I send the message, you’ll need to master this Concealing Skill, so you won’t be easily discovered." Ye Xuan was somewhat embarrassed about the scene that had just unfolded, but though it was awkward, it was not intentional.

He then leaned close to Mu Yan’s ear and passed on the formulas of the Concealing Skill to her.

"Got it."

Mu Yan nodded, took a deep breath, and left. It turned out Ye Xuan only wanted to do this. However, while she felt relief, a inexplicable sense of loss crept into her heart.

What was she thinking?

Mu Yan shook her head, surprised to find herself harboring such girlish sentiments. In the past, men were no more than mud to her, but Ye Xuan seemed to hold a different place in her heart, perhaps even a very different one indeed.

She quickly dismissed the thought and disappeared into the marsh.

After she left, the smile on Ye Xuan’s face slowly faded, and he turned to look behind him, "Come out, haven’t you been hiding long enough? Aren’t you tired?"

As his voice fell, a beautiful figure emerged at the spot his gaze had locked onto—it was Ling Qianxue.

"You actually let her go?"

Ling Qianxue’s ethereal face seemed to frost over as she looked at Ye Xuan, her gaze filled with incomprehension, "That enchantress is a remnant of the Black Demon Sect. Didn’t you say you had deep hatred towards her and wanted to deal with her personally? How did you end up letting her go?"

When Ye Xuan said he would handle Mu Yan personally, Ling Qianxue felt something was off. Her intuition told her that Ye Xuan never intended to kill this enchantress, and, as she followed and saw for herself, it was indeed the case.

"It’s a long story."

Ye Xuan thought about it and genuinely didn’t know where to begin explaining.

"Do you even know what you’re doing?" However, before Ye Xuan could start explaining, Ling Qianxue’s cold voice interrupted once more, with a firmer tone, "Collaborating with an enchantress from the Black Demon Sect—isn’t that a grave crime? Once the others learn of this, you will be branded a traitor by the righteous path and attacked by martial artists from all over the Tiannan Region. Can you bear such an accusation?"

"It’s not as serious as you make it sound. There’s a reason why I let her go," Ye Xuan spread his hands, "To put it simply, she is now my person."

"What?" Ling Qianxue paled, her delicate body trembling as she stumbled a few steps backwards, "Have you already been involved with that enchantress...?"

"You’re thinking too much."

Hearing this, Ye Xuan couldn’t help but laugh, "I mean, Mu Yan has already betrayed the Black Demon Sect and has turned to follow my orders. This is not collusion with the Black Demon Sect. On the contrary, this is having someone turn over a new leaf. If anything, that should be considered a great merit."

"Do you think I’m a three-year-old? That easy to deceive?" Ling Qianxue’s expression cleared somewhat after Ye Xuan’s explanation, but the chill on her face never abated, "The Black Demon Sect’s control over its members is extremely strict. A Demon General of her level would be cursed; surely, she’s no exception. How could she possibly follow your orders? I think she’s bewitched you. Now tell me the truth!"

"I’m telling you the truth. Didn’t I agree to lift her curse, which is why I went to the Wildfire Sect to steal the Spiritual Fire? Once I get the Spiritual Fire, I will be able to remove her curse. Then our agreement will be over, and she will break away from the Black Demon Sect. Everyone will be happy," Ye Xuan explained reluctantly.

"Really? A curse from the Black Demon Sect isn’t something just anyone can resolve," Ling Qianxue’s brows remained furrowed.

"I have my ways. You just need to keep this secret for me."

Ye Xuan wasn’t inclined to say more, but seeing Ling Qianxue about to ask further, he cut her off, "Considering that I saved you last time, let’s not delve into this any further. We’re even now. I won’t hold that slap you gave me last time against you."

Hearing this, Ling Qianxue’s pretty face suddenly blushed, and she clenched her teeth, "One thing at a time. That was then. Besides, I still don’t know what actually happened. How do I know it wasn’t you who did it?"

"I did it?"

Ye Xuan laughed, "Then do tell, why would I do such a thing? I was the one at a loss last time, and I didn’t even mention it, just took it. Look, the spot where you kissed me last time still bears a mark, it’s all dehydrated, here and here, see..."

"You!"

Ling Qianxue, flustered by Ye Xuan’s behavior, placed her delicate fingers against his mouth, then reflexively glanced around. After letting out a breath, her flushed face finally eased a bit, "Alright, I can keep this matter a secret for you. But sneaking into the Wildfire Sect to steal the Spiritual Fire is too dangerous; you can’t go."

"You needn’t worry about that. Remember when you thought I died in the abyss underground? Yet I still managed to escape. I never take risks without certainty. The Wildfire Sect is no challenge for me. Besides, isn’t the Wildfire Sect always trying to compete with our Heavenly Martial Hall for the top spot? Stealing their Spiritual Fire is akin to giving our Sect a great boon."

Ye Xuan earnestly pleaded. This was more exhausting than fighting. Seeing Ling Qianxue starting to be swayed, Ye Xuan knew he had almost convinced her. Looking at her still blushing beautiful face, he couldn’t help but reach out and pinch her cheek, "Alright, just stay nicely in the Heavenly Martial Hall and wait for my good news."

However, after Ye Xuan pinched her face, Ling Qianxue’s cheeks reddened even more. She looked at Ye Xuan, incredulous, as if she’d been struck by lightning, and froze on the spot.

"What’s wrong?"

Ye Xuan felt uneasy himself as he pondered the unbelievable action. The person before him was the ice maiden of their Heavenly Martial Hall, and he’d just pinched her cheek. If the disciples of the Heavenly Martial Hall saw this, they would be in an uproar. He didn’t know why he’d done this unnecessary gesture—if it had been the past, he’d probably have lost his arm by now.