However, Xiao Tian was unaware of the horror of the artifact spirit. The power of an artifact spirit wasn’t measured by the artifact’s level but by the spirit sealed within it.Once the sword spirit awakened, Xiao Tian suddenly felt an intense cold, as if a chilling breeze was flowing from his hair down to his toes. His vision darkened slightly, and a terrifying aura began to envelop his surroundings. Xiao Tian did not realize that he had become colder than before; his once furious gaze now turned into a chillingly empty stare, causing anyone who looked at him to shudder in fear.Unaware of the change within himself, Xiao Tian was controlled by the ancient sword in his hand. His hand was lifted automatically, drawing the sword with a smooth yet deadly motion toward the two remaining enemies. His voice came out cold and eerie, “Become my food!” The voice was not like Xiao Tian’s usual tone; it carried a dark power with every word.Splash—Splash—“I sense a threat of death. Let’s get o
Xiao Tian did not dwell too much on the changes within him. To him, threats should be eliminated, not preserved. Rather than waiting for his enemies to repent without certainty, it was better to eradicate them now.Xiao Tian approached Liu Qingyun and Shu Hen, then walked over to the leader of the Skull Organization, who was impaled by a sword. The man glared at him with fury, but he no longer had the strength to do anything. "Little boy, are you aware of what you've done? Your actions have brought disaster upon your sect!"Boom—Xiao Tian leaped up, stomping on the man’s chest until all his ribs shattered. "You don't need to threaten me. If your Skull Organization had the capability, they could come after me anytime! I detest threats the most." Without much thought, Xiao Tian struck the man's face, causing his head to explode.All six members of the Skull Organization were ultimately killed by Xiao Tian.Xiao Tian looked at Elder Liu Qingyun and Shu Hen. "Elder should know that the e
Daniel practiced diligently. At night, he cultivated, deepening his internal strength and understanding. During the day, he honed his physical skills and sword techniques, following Xiao Tian's instructions with high discipline. In just three days, Daniel's progress was striking. His movements became more agile and his strikes more powerful.Liu Qingyun and Shu Hen, observing Daniel's training, were astonished by his drastic improvement. Liu Qingyun couldn't help but comment, “Elder Shu Hen, do you realize now that we are getting old and useless?” he said, half-jokingly but with admiration. They exchanged glances, recognizing that Daniel's youthful spirit and perseverance had provided them with a valuable lesson.“Hahaha.” Shu Hen laughed heartily. “Elder Qingyun, indeed we feel humbled now. But that doesn’t mean we are useless. Young Master Tian's talent is just too high. He provides techniques that are easy to understand yet extremely powerful. With Daniel's increased strength and Y
"Who are you referring to?" Xiao Tian asked, narrowing his eyes. Past experiences have taught him not to trust anyone easily. His uncle, who once appeared kind and friendly, turned out to be a ruthless beast who had killed his parents."Young Master, we were sent by the Store Manager. We were not only instructed to protect Young Master but also to deliver something to you. Earlier, you were in a hurry, so the Store Manager forgot to give you this card," one of the men said, handing over a black card with a Dragon and Phoenix intertwined in the center.Xiao Tian squinted and examined the card closely, recognizing the symbol as the same one his father had once possessed. "Isn't this a VIP card from the Dragon Phoenix Association?" he asked with curiosity, recalling the reputation of the Dragon Phoenix Association that was famous in the Dynasty where he was born."Young Master is indeed well-informed. In such a remote place, it's rare for anyone to know the name of our Association. If yo
When Xiao Tian emerged from his quarters, Liu Qingyun and Shu Hen were astonished. They were not surprised by Xiao Tian’s cultivation realm, as they could not see it—Xiao Tian was concealing his realm from others. Liu Qingyun was shocked by Xiao Tian’s appearance; he no longer looked like a ten-year-old child but more like a fifteen or sixteen-year-old teenager. Perhaps this was a result of his rapid inner strength improvement affecting his appearance."Youth Master, you’re finally out. It’s time for us to continue our journey," Liu Qingyun was the first to greet Xiao Tian.Xiao Tian was somewhat surprised by the change in Liu Qingyun and Shu Hen’s attitude. Initially, they had always addressed him by his name directly, but now they consistently called him Youth Master.Xiao Tian nodded. "Sorry for making you wait.""It’s no problem." Liu Qingyun gave a slight smile. He wanted to ask about Xiao Tian’s current realm, but he held back.****After a long journey, the four of them arrived
"Shirong, stop!" The voice echoed among the members of the Yuntai Kingdom's entourage. Although the others were too intimidated to confront Shirong directly, this young man dared to address him by name. Shirong's face twisted in anger, his eyes blazing as he turned to face the speaker."Brother Shunyuan, are you going to let them go just like that? After the injured Renyi so badly?" he asked, his voice almost a growl."Shirong, aren’t you ashamed of what happened? Look how easily Renyi was defeated—doesn't that sight open your eyes?" Shunyuan said calmly. Then he stepped forward and clasped his hands respectfully toward Xiao Tian and the others. "Friends from the Supreme Sword Sect, please forgive my younger brother and the other members of my kingdom for their rudeness."Shirong’s anger flared even more at Shunyuan’s actions, but he didn’t dare challenge the prince’s authority, who was also the strongest member of the young generation within their group. Realizing his powerlessness,
Xiao Tian closed his eyes. “Damn, I need to control my eyes. If this keeps up, I won’t be able to focus on training.”Their journey on the ship proceeded without significant obstacles, although they had to stop a few times when the ship was intercepted by pirates. However, this ship was filled with martial arts experts, including one of the Elders from the Misty Cloud Sect, who wasn’t just an Earth Realm warrior but a Sky Realm warrior at the fourth rank. The Elder easily dispatched the pirates who tried to block their way.After months of travel, they finally arrived at the Empire’s center. Daniel, Liu Qingyun, and Shu Hen couldn’t hide their amazement at the grand sight of the Imperial capital. However, to Xiao Tian, the sight was nothing special. He had often been brought to the Empire by his father, so this view was familiar to him.The Ming Dynasty was much stronger than the She Dynasty, and its Imperial center was more grand and awe-inspiring.As they disembarked from the ship,
Seeing Daniel manage to hold his own against his three opponents, the young dark-skinned man felt he couldn't just stand by and watch. "Attack together! He's only a first rank. No matter how strong his fighting skills are, he will tire out over time."The dark-skinned youth pulled out a pair of iron gloves, his weapon of choice, different from other warriors who typically used swords.*Tssut—*The three other warriors quickly joined their comrades who were already attacking. Daniel now faced attacks from two swords coming from the front, while two more came at him from the right and left.With incredible speed, Daniel wielded his sword, his movements graceful as he parried the barrage of incoming sword strikes. However, the sheer number of opponents eventually gave him trouble. From behind, the dark-skinned youth attacked with lightning speed.*BANG!*A hard punch landed on Daniel's back, causing him to wince slightly in pain."You cowardly scoundrel! Since you all intend to kill me,
"Damn, how could a mere Martial King push me back!" the man muttered angrily, quickly forming hand seals. "BOTTOMLESS HOLE!" he shouted in a booming voice.Suddenly, hundreds of meters in size, a massive skull head appeared in the air. The skull slowly opened its mouth.Buzz—From within the skull's mouth, a huge green vortex formed, instantly spreading a powerful sucking force in all directions.Buzz—Buzz—Thousands of swords from the Elders of the Supreme Sword Sect were helplessly sucked into the terrifying vortex. Their swords and even the roofs of buildings, rocks, and trees around them were drawn into the massive skull's mouth like mere specks in the face of this irresistible force."Devour everything!" cried the high-ranking member of the Skull Organization, followed by a burst of energy growing stronger from his body. His voice echoed as if commanding destruction.The sucking force of the skull grew more terrifying, unstoppable. The martial artists at the scene felt immense p
"Hmph, another arrogant kid who doesn't know his place! Finish them off quickly; show them the true power of the Skull Organization!" the Rank 5 Martial King snapped angrily.Without a word, Ling Faizhe and Daniel moved in unison. Both knew there was no room for error. Their combined attack began as they unleashed incredible battle auras. Ling Faizhe swung his sword, enveloped in fire, while Daniel moved with astounding speed, his sword surrounded by lightning. The bravery and strength of their attacks created immense pressure on their opponents.Ling Faizhe launched a massive, fiery slash toward the four Rank 4 Martial Kings. Though they tried to dodge, the attack was too fast and powerful. In an instant, they were knocked back, their bodies burned and severely wounded by the intense wave of fiery energy.Meanwhile, Daniel wasted no time. He quickly formed hand seals, releasing wind attributes that enhanced Ling Faizhe's fire. The fire, strengthened by the wind, grew more ferocious,
The alliance of white and neutral cultivators had come together with one goal: to eliminate the black-clad cultivators who were attacking and slaughtering the citizens of Golden Dragon City. Shouxue, a widely known cultivator, led the younger generation in the alliance. Although Daniel possessed greater power, he didn't mind. To him, the title of leader was just an empty title. In the world of cultivation, strength determined everything, not status.As they moved through the city, a horrifying scene unfolded before them—black-clad cultivators were mercilessly slaughtering innocent civilians. Blood flowed through the streets, and the cries of helpless victims filled the air.Seeing this cruelty, Daniel's instinct to act immediately arose. He was about to step forward to stop the slaughter, but his movement was halted by Shouxue’s quick hand."Daniel, don't be rash!" Shouxue said sternly. "Though only Sky King-level cultivators, they are being watched by a Martial King of rank four abov
Fa Wa called upon several Elders from the Supreme Sword Sect who had reached the peak of the Martial King realm. With a serious expression, he ordered, “You will lead a group of talented disciples to assist the Golden Dragon Sacred Hall. However, remember that your and the disciples' safety is the top priority. Make sure you protect each other.”Before Fa Wa could finish speaking, Daniel arrived at his residence. Initially, Daniel intended to ask permission to visit the Yuntai Kingdom. Still, as soon as he heard that the Golden Dragon Sacred Hall had been attacked and that the Supreme Sword Sect was sending reinforcements, he immediately changed his mind.“Patriarch, I will join this mission,” Daniel said firmly.Upon hearing Daniel’s voice, the Elders immediately turned to look at him. When they sensed his aura, almost all of them were surprised. Daniel had now reached the fifth rank of the Martial King realm, an incredible improvement in such a short amount of time.“Daniel, your re
Xiao Tian appeared in the depths of a forest, surrounded by lush trees and the tranquil sounds of nature. He walked toward a hidden cave nestled among the bushes. “At least here, no beasts will come to devour the body,” he muttered resolutely. After those words left his lips, the fiery and electric aura surrounding his body gradually dissipated. Exhaustion overcame him, and in an instant, Xiao Tian fell into a deep sleep.Deep within his soul lay a secret place known as the dantian—a mystical space reserved for those with a unique bloodline. Within it resided a colossal beast enveloped in fire and lightning, its eyes sharp and haughty as they observed Xiao Tian.“Boy,” it growled, its deep voice echoing, “you’re fortunate the seal placed by your father still protects your body. You would’ve been reduced to ashes without it when you tried to draw on my power forcibly. I never expected your father to manage such a feat, allowing you to harness divine strength without the deity’s permi
"Great Elder, please forgive me," General Wang said in a trembling voice, filled with fear. "I never expected him to possess the realm of a mid-tier Martial Emperor, and his power defies the heavens. If we let him live, he will undoubtedly become a massive threat to us all. Please, kill him!"Hearing General Wang’s panicked explanation, the Great Elder’s initial anger subsided. Calmly, he took out a pill from his pocket and handed it to General Wang. "Don’t worry, I won’t let a potential danger like him live."Without hesitation, one of the men in black robes vanished from sight. When he reappeared, he was already standing before Xiao Tian. "So fast!" Xiao Tian thought, startled. Fortunately, he had the Heavenly Eyes, which allowed him to track the black-robed man’s swift movements. Otherwise, he would have been caught off guard by the sudden attack."Die!" the black-robed man shouted, swinging his hand with lethal intent. However, before the attack could land, Xiao Tian activated a t
General Wang looked at Xiao Tian with a scornful gaze. Despite Xiao Tian's brave demeanor, General Wang didn’t consider him a serious threat. How could he underestimate himself? He was a Half-Martial Emperor at the fourth rank, a power that justified his arrogance and confidence."You don’t need to know how I survived after falling into the Wang River," Xiao Tian said, his voice trembling with years of suppressed anger. "All you need to know is that today will be the day of your death!"Xiao Tian’s rage could no longer be contained. General Wang was responsible for his mother’s death—a tragedy that haunted him every second of his life, day and night..General Wang shook his head, laughing mockingly, clearly dismissing the threat. "Capture him! His Majesty will be pleased if we present his corpse as a gift!" he commanded arrogantly.In an instant, thousands of royal soldiers surrounded Xiao Tian from all sides. However, to Xiao Tian, they were nothing more than minor obstacles. His eye
Wang Zhen shook his head heavily. “Young Master, I do not mean to forbid you from avenging your parents. However, now is not the right time. The power structure of the Wang Kingdom has drastically changed. In the past, reaching the Martial King realm was considered extraordinarily difficult, but now, even the Half-Martial Emperor realm seems easy to attain. Perhaps this is why many of your father’s loyal subordinates ultimately betrayed him—what cultivator doesn’t desire greater power?”Xiao Tian acknowledged the truth in his uncle’s words. Even though the Wang Kingdom was once one of the leading powers in the Ming Dynasty, it had been filled only with Martial Kings in its prime. His grandfather was the only person who had ever reached the Half-Martial Emperor realm. Unfortunately, his grandfather had long passed away. Xiao Jian, who had the potential to become a Half-Martial Emperor, had fallen at the hands of Wang Chong. Yet now, Half-Martial Emperors appeared as abundantly as Chine
The ancestral land of the Misty Cloud Sect was truly as beautiful as its name. It was located at the peak of a floating mountain, surrounded by thick clouds that seemed like natural decorations gently enveloping it. The clouds not only added to the beauty of the scenery but also created a magical atmosphere as if the mountain were suspended between different dimensions. Every time someone set foot in this land, they were instantly captivated by the spectacular view before them and the overwhelming spiritual energy in the air. The energy felt refreshing, like a gentle breeze that uplifted the spirit and calmed the soul. This ancestral land was a majestic and mysterious place. Surrounding it were spiritual creatures flying gracefully in the sky, each radiating an ancient aura and immense power. These were no ordinary beings, but the loyal guardians of the sect who had existed for thousands of years. Every movement they made was graceful, yet signified unimaginable strength. They were