Chapter 142: True Blood of the Flood Dragon, Serpent-Footed Dao Soldiers!
Chapter 142: True Blood of the Flood Dragon, Serpent Foot Dao Soldier!
Chapter 142: Technique of the Azure Python Transforming into a Dragon, the Storm Approaches!
Ranked Ninth on the Heavenly List!
At this moment, countless gazes converged on this name, trembling with awe, knowing that behind it lurked an immensely terrifying presence.
“The Fourth Great Abyss has fallen!”
“Chu Li is dead too. His name vanished at the same moment as that of the Profound Fire Daoist. Within mere breaths, all these figures have perished!”
Voices filled with shock speculated the grim truth.
Bai Xuan had risen like a meteor, naturally standing atop a pile of bones.
Far in the deep outer sea, whispers stirred, the thunderous rumble shaking the waters, “Truly terrifying. To ascend into the top ten of the Heavenly List through sheer slaughter? That represents absolute power.”
There were two paths to enter the top ten of the Heavenly List: inheritance or battle. Inheritance symbolized potential, but battle signified true strength!
Only absolute power could elevate one by slaughtering all foes to the top ten!
In his heart, one man sighed, knowing this was the best time to join the Qianshan Army. Delay would mean losing the benefits and influence brought by its expansion.
Yet, over ten warships were seized—clearly the fleets of the Thousand Islands Alliance—with all masters captured and shackled in rings of black iron, held prisoner.
Bai Xuan’s voice was calm.
“Bai Xuan!”
He had tested his strength, enough to intimidate this sea domain, even the entire East Sea. It was time to receive the azure python’s legacy.
“Your Nine Sword Sect truly wishes to join the Qianshan Army?”
Facing Bai Xuan at such a distance, even he felt a shudder, overwhelmed by oppressive terror.
“Never imagined the Yin Magic King of the White Lotus Sect would come personally. How honored we are.”
His personal escort meant this cargo was crucial—three whole ships filled entirely with materials from the King of the Demon Sharks: shark skin and bones.
With a flash, Bai Xuan’s figure appeared.
…
He was very satisfied, joy shining in his eyes!
“Before Bai Xuan and the other strongest contenders settle their contest… the Qianshan Army will be as stable as a mountain. No one dares disturb it.”
On this day, alliances shifted, negotiations commenced with utmost respect!
“Lord Bai Xuan!”
This invincible master could shatter him with a single finger.
A grandmaster directed the unloading of the shark skins, piece by piece, onto warships, preparing for forging at the Weapon Refining Estate.
He had witnessed an invincible hero rise like a newborn sun over the East Sea!
Few ships remained on the surface; many fled silently through the night, unwilling to linger.
Bai Ehou was overjoyed, standing tall. “Ranked ninth on the Heavenly List! Ha ha ha… Who dares question my disciple now? Who can invade the Qianshan Army?”
“Yes, we admire the Dragon Head’s authority and gladly join.”
Luo Yun quickly rose, respectfully bowing to Bai Xuan.
Yet now, they had joined the Qianshan Army. Even keeping their sect intact was a major achievement.
“Not at all, Captain Bai Xuan, you flatter me. Lord Bai Xuan the Grandmaster’s favor in allowing me here is a great blessing.”
“The Qianshan Army will be invincible.”
“Quickly!”
The massive King of Demon Sharks’ skin was nearly all stripped, sliced into thick scales. Dozens of soldiers together could only carry one piece.
One soldier asked in surprise.
Though stronger than Bai Ehou, compared to Bai Xuan, he was insignificant—a mere finger snap could shatter him.
While Bai Ehou and others reveled, the Yin Magic King smiled.
The Nine Sword Sect was ancient, their ancestors peerless warriors who once dominated the East Sea, sweeping all before them with an invincible sword.
“I believe no one will dare trouble the Qianshan Army for some time.”
The Nine Sword Sect’s elder was most courteous.
…
Luo Yun understood perfectly.
“To think I have witnessed the rise of a peerless genius overlord.”
Bai Xuan smiled faintly. Seeing the Yin Magic King now composed, the other repeatedly waved him off.
At the docks.
The next day.
Defiant ones were executed on the spot, blood splattered three feet high!
The remaining fleets—ten strong powers—showed utmost respect, hoping to join the Qianshan Army and become part of this formidable force.
Each ship carried priceless materials, beyond worldly wealth’s measure.
Once crafted into shark skin armor, even grandmasters would find it nearly impenetrable. Worn by martial artists, a single person could rival dozens, greatly boosting combat power!
Ordinary blood-refining experts feared volleys of arrows that could encircle and kill them.
But with this shark skin armor, even divine weapons could not easily pierce it. Arrows would fall like straw in a storm.
“King of the Demon Sharks, Sea God’s Leader… ranked ninth on the Heavenly List!”
At these names, the Yin Magic King trembled inwardly.
He had anticipated Bai Xuan’s terrifying strength but never imagined it reached such heights—peak mastery, able to rival the strongest at sea.
“Captain, annihilate them all!”
Aboard the Swallowing Sea, an old sailor enthusiastically recounted, “Though it seemed slow, it was swift. The captain unleashed an invincible divine skill called Heaven and Earth Spear—one strike pierced the demon shark’s head. Blood flowed like a river, spilling into the abyss!”
Many sailors listened entranced, imagining the scene. Even after the old man finished the tale in full, their fascination lingered.
Across the island, Qianshan Army’s masters trained diligently. Warships came and went, carrying supplies, building structures, delivering weapons and armor.
“Finally, this day has arrived.”
Bai Ehou watched with endless satisfaction.
He gazed deep into the island.
“Wonder if Bai Xuan will complete the legacy this time.”
His hope was profound.
…
Deep within Azure Python Island.
“This place is truly serene.”
Bai Xuan took a few steps inward. The deeper he went, the quieter and grander the space grew; distances seemed stretched, the very space itself shifting.
A thunderous rumble!
Upon reaching the island’s heart, a terrifying phantom slowly emerged from the earth.
A colossal azure python, its entire body radiating boundless spiritual light, had transformed—growing claws that shimmered with faint power. A single strike from these could obliterate all. Bai Xuan’s heart tightened in awe.
“You have finally arrived.”
The azure giant spoke with a hissing resonance.
Between its claws was a subdued body struggling desperately but unable to break free, utterly crushed.
“Enough talk. I am the Spirit of the Azure Python! Your aptitude is exceptional. This body’s strength is formidable even among innate beings.”
The spirit looked down at Bai Xuan, clearly pleased.
“Therefore, you may bypass all tests and directly receive the complete ‘Azure Python Dragon Transformation Technique!’”
“Bypass the trials?”
Bai Xuan was momentarily stunned.
Just yesterday, he had slain three masters. His wooden talisman ranked ninth, within the top ten, granting him two chances to avoid death in the trials.
This was rarer than compulsory trials—he could escape fatal situations.
Yet now, it was unnecessary.
The azure python was straightforward and unwavering in its praise, ready to bestow the full technique!
“I’ve heard that only those of peerless genius can bypass the trial and complete the legacy directly. Didn’t expect it would be me.”
Bai Xuan chuckled inwardly.
“However, the ‘Azure Python Dragon Transformation Technique’ has two complete transmission methods.”
The azure python spoke seriously, “The first is for me to personally transmit it to you, altering all your qi and blood, rebirthing you. There’s even a slight chance of direct metamorphosis, ascending to the divine visage!”
“Previous Bai family heirs received the legacy this way.”
“The advantage is immediate completion, saving much time. The downside is skipping the cultivation of true blood, leaving a gap.”
“True Blood Technique!”
The azure python looked down at Bai Xuan.
“…The true blood technique is essential for ascending to divine visage. It refines and transforms the body’s qi and blood, fully sublimating and metamorphosing into divine-demonic true blood.”
“This true blood flows within the divine visage, granting vitality and power, largely determining its strength!”
“Among all true blood techniques across the seas, the Azure Python’s is absolutely the mightiest, even in great eras, it ranks top.”
“Normal sea qi and blood refine to yield ten drops or a stream of ordinary true blood. But cultivating the ‘Azure Python Dragon Transformation Technique’ produces only one drop.”
“That single drop transforms everything, merging with the Dao’s essence, able to overwhelm weaker divine visages!”
The azure python looked down at Bai Xuan.
“If you skip the refining process, you choose that first method. The second choice is to receive only the legacy, cultivating the technique yourself.”
“Of course, this costs time. It may take years to refine true blood painstakingly, finally achieving metamorphosis.”
It watched Bai Xuan, who calmly replied,
“The second option.”
Bai Xuan’s choice was simple.
After forging his demonic body with the blood of the King of Demon Sharks, his defense was peak—few in the East Sea could threaten his life.
Under such conditions, immediate power boost was unnecessary. Better to solidify the foundation, mastering true blood’s power fully!
“Good, very good!”
The azure python smiled joyfully. “Then I shall impart to you the complete ‘Azure Python Dragon Transformation Technique!’”
…
Time passed swiftly.
Bai Xuan’s name echoed across the East Sea, astounding countless masters. Fleets departing quickly spread his reputation to every island and faction.
At the Mysterious Execution Viewpoint:
“Profound Fire was slain, and our fleet detained?”
An ancient Daoist’s eyes blazed with fury; the might of heaven and earth roared thunderously like a storm.
Yet in the end, he restrained himself, refraining from hostility.
“The storm is coming. The true grand legacy will arise. All masters in the East Sea must head there. Now is no time to quarrel with the whale hunters.”
This old Daoist was naturally the Master of the Mysterious Execution Viewpoint. After deep thought, he chose to pay a hefty ransom to the Qianshan Army, redeeming the ships and captives.
This forbearance shocked many, revealing clearly for the first time…
“Ranked ninth on the Heavenly List—that’s the symbol of power. Even the viewpoint’s third-ranked master won’t easily engage in battle.”
“Because the storm approaches. In a few months, the second wave of legacies will emerge. To act now would be foolish.”
Whispers were clear.
“After the storm arrives, the strongest legacy will ignite fierce battles among the mightiest. Only then will reckoning come.”
The upheaval around the ninth rank spread far, shaking the entire East Sea!
Time flowed on.
On Azure Python Island, fleets departed, but the sea remained sealed by the Qianshan Army. No one knew what Bai Xuan did deep within.
Only the Bai family’s top masters knew…
Bai Xuan was receiving the legacy in this profound isle, daily roars shaking the whole island, threatening to overturn all!
…
Elsewhere.
Above the vast East Sea.
Ten Divine Spears sat cross-legged on an island, receiving inheritance and meditating.
In the distance, the Black Pirate Fleet swarmed, surrounding the isle. Above it rose a towering pillar of light, faintly shaping into a bowed Buddha with hands pressed together.
Suddenly:
“Hm? Not good!”
Luo Yun patrolled on a ship, his expression abruptly changing, but before he could react, a thunderous blast erupted. Two terrifying qi-blood forms burst from the sea beside the island!
“Ten Divine Spears, die!”
Two elder figures, their qi-blood like surging seas, charged from the bay. They transformed into two monstrous stone men, their qi-blood condensed into near-indestructible forms!
“First kill you, then sever the abyss. Returning after two centuries, the Shi family shall reclaim the throne as East Sea overlords!”
Cold and ruthless, these elders wielded unmatched grandmaster strength.
Having returned from the past, the Shi family was once a top power, ruling the East Sea. Their cultivation of the “Imperishable Reef Visualization” combined with an ancient legacy made their qi-blood as tough as divine weapons—extremely formidable.
Awakened from slumber, they slain many foes, seized two legacies, and now looked upon the East Sea with disdain.
“The East Sea’s strength is weak now—mere masters of the Three and Four Rivers can be local champions, masters of the Six Rivers lead the seas. Such weakness demands we unite and conquer!”
With combined arrogance and murderous intent, the two elders attacked, seeking to kill the Ten Divine Spears during his cultivation, aiming to slay this rank two Heavenly List warrior!
At this moment—
Ten Divine Spears suddenly opened his eyes, reaching out to grasp an invisible spear falling into his hand.
A divine weapon, yet formless and unseen, with eight ancient characters glowing in the void:
“Weapons vary in size, only the heart’s energy counts.”
The invisible spear flashed. Ten divine deities rose around him, bursting forth with sacred hymns, condensing his qi-blood tens of times, nearly transforming into a beam of holy light illuminating the sky!
Boom!
A spear intent surged forth, overwhelming all, like a tide of infinite holy light. After several breaths, it retracted.
“A mid-grade divine weapon, formless spear intent…”
The two grandmasters of the Shi family lost their qi-blood hues, their forms becoming cracked stone statues. Uttering their last words, they fell into the sea, cracking and shattering into fragments.
“Hm?”
Ten Divine Spears lifted his head, gazing at the Heavenly List.
“Very good, very good… who would have thought you’d grow so quickly.”
“Ninth on the Heavenly List! Qianshan Island has produced yet another peerless master. Now this is interesting. Without such geniuses, what’s the value of battle?”
Determination gleamed in his eyes as the invisible spear resonated, clinking sharply.
Above, the ninth spot on the list—Bai Xuan’s name—flashed brilliantly, like fire illuminating the heavens!
“The Infinite Golden Body legacy here will complete my cultivation, fixing my final flaw… Soon, when the storm arrives, all will be revealed.”
Ten Divine Spears’ gaze lowered, sinking back into cultivation. His body radiated a faint yellow glow, ancient and simple. Upon closer look, a profound golden hue seemed to consume his qi-blood!
…
In a vast aquatic palace.
“Finally seized.”
Duan Haiyuan’s face showed faint joy.
His heavy armor was shattered and battered, dozens of wounds covering half his body—he had fought bloodily at great cost!
If others saw this, they would hold their breath. Duan Haiyuan was the strongest in the East Sea, undefeated and suppressing all foes. This was the first time he bore such grievous injuries, nearly defeated!
“You are remarkable. Your talent is indeed sufficient to inherit me.”
Within the cave, swirling dust formed a massive wolf’s head, humming deeply.
It was dissolving, shattering instantly into a wolf smoke storm that swept forth, merging with Duan Haiyuan.
Clang!
Duan Haiyuan clenched his fingers. His body again donned intact heavy armor, this time imbued with qi-blood as vast as mountains and seas, seemingly boundless!
“Wolf Smoke Mysterious Armor secured. My weak point has been remedied!”
Fierce battle intent shone in Duan Haiyuan’s eyes.
“No one in the East Sea should be my match now… Perfect timing—the storm approaches. It’s time to prove who is truly invincible in these waters!”
Behind him, a terrifying sea of qi-blood surged, with dragon whales swimming within, their power immense, Dao essence manifesting!
…
Back on Azure Python Island.
“Very good, very good… your qi-blood refinement nears true blood condensation.”
The Spirit of the Azure Python rumbled, looking down with satisfaction.
Below, Bai Xuan closed his eyes in cultivation. His qi-blood surged like a sea, roaring thunderously, on the verge of condensing into a single drop of blood.
Within that drop swirled boundless divine energy, radiant and dazzling—above resembling celestial thunder and lightning, below like abyssal dust, ever-shifting and unpredictable. A mere thought unleashed a strike none could rival.
(End of chapter)