Zhang Ruochen stirred up endless storm clouds at Dragontop Mountain, causing the entire Green Dragon Market Realm to explode, with a large portion of the world-defying powerhouses on the Half-Saint List arriving.
A hundred years later, this group of beings, fully grown, would become the controllers of the Kunlun Realm, determining the pattern of the entire world.
Thus, today’s battle was not merely a clash of the younger generation, but was actually of extraordinary significance and far-reaching decisions.
Bei Gong Lan and Ji Huan Wang stood at the edge of a thousand-foot cliff, one wearing white martial clothing, the other wearing golden holy armour, deterring back the savage beasts and undead in the area.
Bei Gong Lan’s aura had the elegance of a peerless female sword saint as she said, ”I had expected that before the competition for the World Spirit, the human race and the barbarian beasts would surely have a shocking and earth-shattering collision. Originally, I thought that the dominant players would be Grandmaster Standing Ground and the Heaven Swallowing Demon Dragon, but I never thought that it would be Zhang Ruochen.”
Banzai Chi’s eyebrows were thick and his nose was like a hanging gall bladder, a grave look appeared in his eyes as he said, “Today, Zhang Ruochen is a bit abnormal, his body is filled with murderous aura, it can’t be that he really went off the deep end by cultivating the Dragon Elephant Prajna Palm?”
Bei Gong Lan’s eyebrows, gently knitted, giving birth to a trace of worry.
She and Zhang Ruochen didn’t have much interaction, not exchanging more than three sentences with each other, however, Zhang Ruochen had left her with a deep impression.
Whether it was at the Boundary Son Banquet or in Winning Sand City, Zhang Ruochen had stepped forward at the most critical moment for the Human Race, powering through the waves, not only defending the dignity of the Human Race, but also saving quite a few of the Human Race’s elites.
This person, however, was very withdrawn, and no matter what great deeds of justice he did, he also immediately retreated, not caring at all about how others evaluated him, nor did he accept their gratitude.
When encountering such a person, it would be hard not to leave a deep impression.
Overall, Bei Gong Lan was still quite favourably disposed towards Zhang Ruochen, saying, ”The Vermilion Bird Immortal, the Kun Clan’s Royal Son, and the Quod Heavenly King have all shown up, and on top of that, there are at least a dozen more of the Taikoo Remnant Species standing in the rain curtain. Regardless of whether Zhang Ruochen has become a demon or not, we can’t just stand by and watch, can we?”
Banzai Chi’s eyes narrowed as he said, “Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Lidi have already rushed towards Dragontop Mountain, they should be going to confirm Zhang Ruochen’s state. If, however, Zhang Ruochen has not become a demon, then we will decide whether to make a move or not.”
It was true that Chi Huan Wang had some grudges with Zhang Ruochen, but, in the face of the threat from the savage beasts, he was able to put those grudges aside for the time being and unite as one.
“What if, Zhang Ruochen really went off the deep end?”Bei Gong Lan asked.
Chi Banhuang’s gaze, gazing in the direction of Dragon Peak Mountain, was silent.
If Zhang Ruochen really went off the deep end, he would undoubtedly be the second Deadly Zen Old Ancestor, and allowing him to grow up would be a huge disaster for the Human Race. That kind of harm even surpassed the Heaven Swallowing Demon Dragon.
Now that he could be killed, he must be killed as well.
Although it was cruel, it must be done. At least in the future, fewer people could die.
Unless it was someone who had an extremely deep friendship with him, who could pay any price and be faithful until death, perhaps, only then would they continue to unswervingly support him and stand on the same front with him.
How many such people were there?
Even a close relative might not be able to do so.
Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Lidi had already arrived at the bottom of Dragon Top Mountain and were climbing upwards.
Facing the two most powerful humans under the Saint realm, those sixth rank savage beasts didn’t dare to block their path at all, retreating like a tidal wave to make way for two paths.
The Vermilion Bird Immortal, the Kun Clan Imperial Clan, and the Jail Heavenly King seemed to be aware of the purpose of Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Lidi, and thus, did not rush to make their moves.
“What are Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Standing Earth climbing the mountain for, could it be that they were really provoked by Feng Yincicada and wanted to go and split the difference with Zhang Ruochen?”Mu Lingshi was quite nervous and worried.
Now, Zhang Ruochen was already in trouble on all sides, and if Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Lidi were to strike at him again, it would be adding insult to injury.
Qi Fayu stood beside Mu Lingshi’s body, her eyes like water, and said, “Senior Sister Mu, you’re confused by your concern, do you think that Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Standing Ground are characters that are so easy to take advantage of? They should be there to confirm Zhang Ruochen’s state so that they can make their next plans.”
“Next plan, what plan?”Mu Lingshi’s heart was indeed in turmoil, losing her usual clever wit.
Qi Fayu was silent, her eyes complex.
The other Demon Sect Holy Maiden, Lan Caisang, however, revealed a smile and said, “If Zhang Ruochen has not gone off the deep end and still maintains his sanity, then Xue Wuyi and Master Lidi should be the ones to come out to help him, and even if the Barbarian Clans rush in with even more powerful people, it would be impossible for them to scare them off.”
Mu Lingshi let out a slight sigh of relief, with Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Standing Ground stepping in, other human powerhouses would surely join in as well, regardless of the final outcome of the battle, the crisis that Zhang Ruochen had encountered was considered to have been temporarily resolved.
Lan Caixiang’s words changed and added, “If Zhang Ruochen really goes off the deep end and his temperament changes drastically, turning into a murderous demon. Then, Xue Wuyi and Grandmaster Lidi …… shouldn’t personally step in to suppress him, but will leave Dragon Peak Mountain.”
Qi Fayu added, “This is also something that can’t be helped, you should look on the bright side. Since ancient times, I don’t know how many outstanding people have gone madly cultivating without restraint, resulting in their sanity not being able to handle the expanding power, and ultimately embarking on a path of no return.”
The so-called “going to the devil” was not entering the devil’s path, but losing one’s mind, no longer being a normal human being, no longer thinking in a normal way, or only knowing how to kill, or only knowing how to destroy everything around them, or doing some radical things.
“Impossible, Zhang Ruochen has always been a very sensible person, his spiritual power is quite strong, how could he go off the deep end?”Mu Lingshi shook her head vigorously, not believing their words.
Lan Caisang smiled faintly, “Zhang Ruochen’s behaviour today doesn’t seem like a sensible person.”
Qi Fayu gently shook her head and said, “In fact, Zhang Ruochen is indeed very different compared to before, the hostile aura on his body is too heavy and not like his character.”
Ouyang Huan sat in his wheelchair and said, “He has been pressed too hard by the Empress, the Ministry of War, the Immortal Blood Clan, the Black Market One Piece Hall, the Ghost Raising Ancient Clan, the Corpse Catching Ancient Clan …… and other major forces, and he must go all out to raise his cultivation.”
“It’s also true that his cultivation is soaring, leaving his fellow cultivators in the dust, but such a degree of enhancement is sure to sow some hidden dangers.”
“Some time ago, when his cultivation was still far inferior to what it is now, he dared to fight nineteen Beast Kings alone and single-handedly challenged the Qingtian Tribe, so it’s evident that his heart is already expanding.”
“Even if Zhang Ruochen goes off the deep end, actually, I don’t think it’s anything strange.”
Ouyang Huan’s analysis was not without reason, and even though Mu Lingshi greatly believed in Zhang Ruochen’s heart, she was still a little shaken and became even more worried.
Xue Wuyi was holding an oil-paper umbrella, walking on the corpse-strewn mountain path, looking suave and immaculate, and he didn’t stop until he arrived at the mountainside.
Monk Standing Ground’s tall and imposing body, carrying a huge sword case, climbed the mountain from the other direction and also came to the mountainside.
“Amitabha Buddha! Monk Zhang, we meet again after a farewell at the Xuanwu Market Realm!”
The Standing Monk folded his hands together, his face smiling, but with a pugnacious aura, not like a monk, but rather like a butcher.
The corner of Xue Wuyi’s mouth turned upwards as he said, “Brother Zhang, I didn’t enjoy the last drink. Shall we drink again?”
Zhang Ruochen naturally knew the purpose of Monk Standing Ground and Xue Wuyi’s visit, only that the sacrifices required for the sacrificial ceremony were still far from enough.
Now, by uniting with the Standing Earth Monk and Snowless Night and forcing the Barbarian Beast Clan to retreat, wouldn’t it be a lost cause?
Secondly, even if the Barbarian Beast Clan was not afraid of losing both sides and had to kill Zhang Ruochen, then it would only result in a large-scale battle between the Human Race and the Barbarian Beast Clan.
At that time, there were bound to be countless deaths and injuries.
If at the end of the day, those human cultivators knew that Zhang Ruochen’s purpose was actually to refine the Sacred Pill for personal gain, wouldn’t they hate Zhang Ruochen instead?
In any case, at this stage, Zhang Ruochen could not reveal his true purpose.
Not only was it just to refine the Sacred Pill, it was also to lure more enemies over and use this opportunity to get rid of them.
Just now, Little Black had sent a message to tell Zhang Ruochen that the altar had been repaired and perfected, and as long as enough sacrifices were accumulated, the sacrifice could begin.
Zhang Ruochen’s gaze sank, and a blood filament emerged in his eyes as he swept across the opposite duo with an ostentatious gesture, saying, “Do you also want to come and challenge me?”
Monk Standing Ground and Snowless Night exchanged a glance, simultaneously seeing a tinge of apprehension in each other’s eyes, and gently shook their heads.
Monk Standing Ground was a bit reluctant, after all, he and Zhang Ruochen also had some friendship, and continued, “Scholar Zhang, if you trust Poor Monk, go with Poor Monk to the Brahma Heavenly Dao ……”
“Baldy, you’re talking too much rubbish!”
Zhang Ruochen grabbed the Sinking Abyss Ancient Sword and directly activated the Sword V, turning into a stream of sword qi that flew towards the Standing Earth Monk.
The Great Slaughtering Buddha Sword on the Standing Earth Monk’s back let out a sword sound and automatically flew up, along with the blade magazine, across his body.
“Boom!”
The Sinking Abyss Ancient Sword shattered the blade magazine and collided with the blade of the Great Slaughter Buddha Sword.
The Standing Monk stumbled backwards tens of feet, his feet detaching from the ground and flying all the way into mid-air before gradually dissolving that sword power.
Knowing Zhang Ruochen’s purpose, Huang Yichen stepped forward and advised, “The two of you better leave quickly, or else, he will kill you all together.”
Both Monk Standing Ground and Snowless Night were quite sorry, but there was nothing they could do.
Back then, all the Buddhist monks who wanted to persuade the dead Zen Ancestor to “turn back to the shore” were all killed, with no survivors. Now, who dared to persuade Zhang Ruochen?
Xue Wuyi looked towards Huang Yichen and said, “Aren’t you leaving?”
“I’m his wife, if he’s there, I’m there.”Yellow Smoke Dust replied thus.
Monk Standing Ground and Xue Wuyi eventually left and walked down Long Ding Mountain.
In the curtain of rain, Feng Yinchan revealed a smooth smile, “Zhang Ruochen ah! Zhang Ruochen! I really didn’t expect that you have really gone off the deep end, in the world, is there still a place for you?”
Mu Lingshi’s heart despaired, feeling a stabbing pain, hating Empress Chi Yao to the extreme, if it wasn’t for her oppression, how could she have crushed someone with a willpower as strong as Zhang Ruochen’s?
Ah Le’s five fingers pinched the hilt of his sword tightly, his pair of eyes staring straight ahead, his pupils becoming a little hollow and lifeless, and only after a long time did he recover again.
