Supreme of the Heavenly Realm
Chapter 534 - 529: Surrender

Chapter 534: Chapter 529: Surrender

Bang bang bang!

The deafening sound echoed all around, and the defensive formation powered collectively by the members of the Xuantian Sect shuddered violently. Under the relentless bombardment led by the four Semi-Saints, the formation seemed ready to collapse.

"Supreme Elder, we can’t hold on much longer!"

Veins bulged on Qin Tian’s forehead, as they were outnumbered from the start and facing four Semi-Saint Strong People, their defense was indeed unable to endure for long.

"We must hold on even if we can’t!"

Half-Saint Black Flame bellowed at the people, his eyes darting to a distance involuntarily, but there was no one in sight.

It seemed Ye Xuan and the others were not ready yet.

"Why bother, surrender might still spare your life."

Wuchang’s lips curled into a brutal smile, excited for the imminent bloodbath.

"Shut up!"

Qin Tian yelled angrily and then said solemnly, "The Xuantian Sect harbors no cowards that fear death. Even if we perish today, we will make you pay. The Xuantian Sect has a thousand-year legacy. The gates may be destroyed, but the will of our ancestors cannot be taken."

"The Sect Master is right, the Sect may perish, but the will of our ancestors cannot be taken," the Great Elder also declared loudly.

Hearing this, the previously disheartened crowdreenergized, bursting forth with the spirit to fight to the death.

"Why make it a matter of life and death? These people are just paper tigers, not to be feared," someone said casually.

At that moment, a faint voice suddenly drifted from afar. The members of the Xuantian Sect turned toward the voice and saw Ye Xuan, who had appeared in the plaza at some point, his face showing no signs of panic, but rather a calm smile.

"Ye Xuan!"

The eyes of the Two Tianxing Half-Saints sparkled. With Ye Xuan’s arrival, didn’t this mean that the Heavenly Demon had regained his power? Could the fate of the Xuantian Sect be reversed?

"It seems the Heavenly Demon hasn’t appeared yet."

The Great Elder quickly realized this as nothing indicated the presence of anyone else around Ye Xuan, not even a trace of concealed aura.

"I came over first to check on you as it will take a little more time. I was afraid you wouldn’t hold out till then."

Ye Xuan landed beside the Great Elder and transmitted his message to a few people.

"How much longer? By then, the Sect might truly be destroyed," Tianxing Half-Saint frowned, his face full of worry.

"I’m not sure, but it should be soon," Ye Xuan replied irresponsibly.

Hearing this, both Half-Saint Black Flame and the Great Elder’s expressions darkened slightly, and they felt somewhat helpless about Ye Xuan’s approach. Since the female Heavenly Demon could not take action, Ye Xuan’s presence seemed futile as his power had no place in such a level of battle.

"Kid, it was you. Last time, we were careless and fell for your trickery. We’ll settle this score with you soon," Wuchang huffed coldly, his eyes gleaming with a bit of chill.

"Directly from the Holy Demon Cave Heaven, you want to trouble me, a junior? Besides, it’s beyond my control. I’m just a Deputy Sect Master; shouldn’t I at least pretend to follow the part?" Ye Xuan kept his harmless appearance.

"Wuchang, this kid is full of tricks, don’t waste words with him, let’s destroy the Xuantian Sect first," Sima Yan advised.

"What’s there to fear? A mere minion, can he turn the sky upside down?" Wuchang said unconcernedly.

"Wuchang is right, the destruction of Xuantian Sect is certain. Even I can’t feel any hope anymore, I’m willing to surrender."

Ye Xuan suddenly dropped this shocking statement.

"Ye Xuan, how can you say such a thing!"

Hearing Ye Xuan say this, those Elders of the Xuantian Sect immediately changed their expressions, already unnerved by Lord Wind’s betrayal, and now with Ye Xuan’s betrayal, the situation worsened dramatically.

"An opportunist is considered wise, and I’m just a new disciple; I don’t have much attachment to the Xuantian Sect. To save my life, I think surrendering is the best option," Ye Xuan spoke heartlessly.

"See, I knew we couldn’t rely on this kid. Letting him be the Deputy Sect Master was a huge mistake," said Crown Prince in dismay, clearly thinking that appointing Ye Xuan instead of him as Deputy Sect Master was an utterly foolish act.

"Esteemed seniors, I don’t think this young man truly intends to surrender. He definitely has a malicious plan; it’s not so simple. Seniors must not trust him," Chu Kuang, who had just surrendered with Lord Wind, suddenly stepped forward and spoke to Sima Yan and Green Lotus Half-Saint among others.

"He definitely is full of tricks, cannot be taken lightly," Sima Yan nodded, feeling an innate dislike for Ye Xuan, as he felt unnerved by the young man before him, a sentiment he deeply disliked.

"Two mighty Sixth Grade powers, and yet they can’t accommodate a small fry like me?"

Ye Xuan’s expression did not change, "I know quite a few secrets of the Xuantian Sect, including the location of the Ancestor Hall... That place is quite hidden; if someone doesn’t lead the way, it’s rather difficult to find."

"Oh?"

Hearing Ye Xuan’s words, Wuchang and Half-Saint Black Flame, Half-Saint Black Flood Dragon, and the others all showed a moved expression, clearly very interested in the Ancestor Hall of the Xuantian Sect.

"Ye Xuan, you betrayer who dishonors his own master!"

"Damn it, I used to idolize you, but I really misjudged you."

Upon hearing Ye Xuan’s words, some people immediately became furious. Some of the Xuantian Sect’s disciples who had been fans of Ye Xuan now had a complete one hundred and eighty-degree change of opinion about him, instantly reaching an extreme low.

"Big Senior Brother, is Ye Xuan really planning to surrender?"

Watching the scene from nearby, Fei Yue couldn’t help but turn to Xue Lingzi and ask. After all, Ye Xuan hadn’t been in the Xuantian Sect for long and probably didn’t have deep feelings for the Sect; surrendering at this time might indeed be possible.

"I don’t think so."

Xue Lingzi shook his head, "I understand Brother Ye Xuan’s nature; he’s not that type of person. Besides, he is now the Deputy Sect Master of our Sect; since he has taken up this responsibility, he would definitely not do such a thing."

In Xue Lingzi’s view, Ye Xuan was not one to meddle in trivial matters, but once he took on a mission, he would dedicate himself to completing it wholeheartedly, never giving up halfway or even turning to the enemy’s side.

"Everyone, seniors, this Ye Xuan is full of lies. I can guarantee that he definitely isn’t sincerely surrendering." Chu Kuang, seeing that Wuchang and others seemed somewhat interested, quickly said.

"All right, we know you have a grudge against Ye Xuan, but since he shows a will to surrender, how can we refuse him from afar? Wouldn’t that chill the heart of others who might wish to surrender?"

Wuchang waved his hand, signaling Chu Kuang to step back.

"Since that’s the case, why not let him release his soul and allow you to plant a mark? This way, if he harbors any ill intentions, we can dispose of him in an instant," Chu Kuang said with a scheming look and cold laughter in his eyes.

"That makes sense. Ye Xuan, let me plant a soul mark in you. That shouldn’t be a problem if you are truly sincere in your surrender."

Wuchang felt that Chu Kuang made sense; once the soul mark was planted in Ye Xuan’s mind, no matter what thoughts he might later have, he would have to comply obediently.

"That Chu Kuang really deserves to die!"

A murderous light flashed in Fei Yue’s eyes; this bastard Chu Kuang was actually forcing Ye Xuan, even if Ye Xuan had initially been faking his surrender, he might genuinely end up truly surrendering if the soul mark was successfully implanted.

"This sort of scourge should have been eliminated from our Sect long ago."

Murder also flickered in Xue Lingzi’s eyes; this Chu Kuang was indeed too bothersome, not only acting as the enemy’s lackey but doing so wholeheartedly. He was truly a disgrace to the Xuantian Sect, and they, unfortunately, hadn’t seen his true colors before.

At this moment, not just Wuchang, but also Sima Yan and Green Lotus Half-Saint and others were closely watching Ye Xuan; as soon as he showed any reluctance, they would not hesitate to kill him.

"It seems we must make a real sacrifice now; I agree, I am truly surrendering."

Unexpectedly, Ye Xuan agreed to Wuchang’s request and began walking toward him.

"Ye Xuan! Don’t!"

At that moment, Tianxing Half-Saint and Half-Saint Black Flame and others were frightened; they knew that Ye Xuan was trying to buy time, but once the soul mark was implanted, his life would be in serious danger.

However, Ye Xuan seemed oblivious and continued walking forward.

"This guy, is he really surrendering? Damn, this bastard gets it easy."

Chu Kuang initially wanted to expose Ye Xuan and then eliminate him, but Ye Xuan had surprisingly agreed, and if he really surrendered to Holy Demon Cave Heaven, even he, Chu Kuang, wouldn’t have another chance to kill Ye Xuan.

Watching as Ye Xuan walked up and openly exposed his soul, Wuchang also brightened up, smiling, "Hehe, Ye Xuan, you truly know the times. Rest assured, if you help us locate the Ancestor Hall of the Xuantian Sect, you will be amply rewarded in the future, and we might even make you the Saint Heir of our Holy Demon Cave Heaven."

The Ancestor Hall was the sacred place of the Xuantian Sect, holding the legacies of generations of Sect Masters and even Martial Saint Strong People; it was something Wuchang had long coveted, not just him but also Half-Saint Black Flood Dragon and Half-Saint White Dragon, all had their eyes on the Ancestor Hall.

Saying this, Wuchang also released his soul power, preparing to plant the soul mark in Ye Xuan’s mind and completely control him.

"Attack!"

Tianxing Half-Saint and Half-Saint Black Flame knew they could no longer just watch; at this moment, they must take action.

Yet, just as Wuchang was about to plant the soul mark, Ye Xuan’s lips suddenly curled into a mocking smile, and the next moment, a coldly shouted command burst from his mouth.

"Soul Skill, Shadowless Divine Needle!"

With a "hum" sound, a shadowless, formless black needle suddenly shot out from the depths of Ye Xuan’s soul and fiercely struck the unguarded Wuchang!