Ling Tian Sword God

Chapter 417: Chapter 416 Five Bigwigs_1

”If the young master does not approve, then so be it,” Elder Beiming remarked indifferently.

Hearing this, Ling Chen secretly shook his head. Such matters require mutual affection, he thought. They can’t be rushed as Elder Beiming suggested.

The two landed on the mountain peak. Elder Beiming activated the mechanism, and suddenly the entire palace shuddered. A wave of Energy like a tidal wave swept out, and the large doors swung open to both sides.

”Beiming Old Ghost, you’ve finally returned.”

The main hall’s doors had barely opened when several figures strolled out. Leading them was a red-haired elder, radiating intense fluctuations of True Qi that felt like a blazing fire.

The moment he saw this red-haired elder, Ling Chen instantly felt a scorching wave, as if he were facing a volcano. The elder’s body seemed to be its very core, radiating intense heat and light.

Behind the red-haired elder stood four other Demon Way Experts.

One of them carried a Heavy Sword on his back, was dressed in black, and emanated an overwhelmingly murderous aura that felt almost tangible. His gaze alone could instill terror and exert immense pressure.

Another was a middle-aged man with an impressive physique, thick eyebrows, and large, imposing eyes. This man had bushy hair, was dressed casually, and his bulging muscles revealed a wild, powerful aura, somewhat similar to Yan Xiang.

However, compared to Yan Xiang, this middle-aged man’s aura was evidently far stronger; they weren’t even in the same league. If Yan Xiang was a Barbarian Bull, then this middle-aged man was an ancient giant elephant, his power seemingly boundless and his dominance unparalleled.

Besides these two, the other two were also Sky Apex Realm experts. They were brothers, both over fifty years old and looking somewhat similar. The elder brother wielded long weapons, while the younger brother used two short blades. The compatibility of their auras was extremely high, suggesting their coordination in battle would be remarkably precise.

”This is Fire Crow Taoist,” Elder Beiming said, pointing at the red-haired elder. ”He is also a Sky Apex Realm expert from the Saintess Hall, with a remarkable ability to control fire and skill in refining Elixirs.”

”Those others are the Black Swordsman, Dragon Elephant Respect, and the Zhou brothers, Zhou Heng and Zhou Tong.”

”They are all Sky Apex Realm experts who support the Saintess, leading figures of the Demon Way. Young Master, you can cultivate here while waiting for the Saintess to emerge from her seclusion. At the same time, prepare well for the Sky Demon Tower trial. Strive to make a spectacular showing there, overshadow the Skypiercing Peak Lineage, and establish your prestige,” Elder Beiming introduced them one by one.

”So, you are the Saintess’s son. You do bear some resemblance to her.”

Clearly, unlike Elder Beiming, who acknowledged the Saintess as his master, individuals like the Black Swordsman, Dragon Elephant Respect, and the two Zhou brothers had merely allied with the Saintess because their paths diverged from Sikong Yi’s, making cooperation impossible. They could only be considered experts temporarily aligned with the Saintess.

Therefore, while Elder Beiming treated Ling Chen with utmost respect and addressed him as Young Master, these four had a different attitude. Their interaction was limited to a simple greeting, nothing more.

Among the five, only the Black Swordsman maintained an aloof demeanor. He merely offered a brief fist clasp, though his eyes clearly held a hint of admiration. ”Worthy of being the Saintess’s son; you haven’t disgraced her. To be able to contend with an expert like Yan Xiang at the Great Master Second Level of Cultivation, and not be defeated—that’s nothing short of a miracle.”

”Indeed,” the Dragon Elephant Respect chimed in, nodding. ”Not only did you avoid disgrace, but you also crippled one of Yan Xiang’s arms. Well done! You’ve brought great honor to the Saintess Hall.”

”You flatter me, Venerables.” Ling Chen cupped his fists. These people are all very direct, he thought. They speak their minds without beating around the bush.

”It’s no flattery. That brat Yan Xiang must be incredibly dejected now that he’s back—perhaps even to the point of vomiting blood from sheer frustration. He’s brutal, arrogant, ruthless, and defiant by nature. Suffering a loss at your hands is a tremendous humiliation for him. But be careful; he’s the type to seek revenge for the smallest grievance and will undoubtedly resort to all sorts of underhanded schemes to harm you. While we can protect you, we can’t be by your side at all times.”

The other Demonic Cult Leaders also chimed in, ”Especially in the next few days, you must be extremely cautious.”

”Thank you all for the warning; I’ll remember it. Since he’s so vengeful, then once my strength has increased, I’ll find the first opportunity to kill him,” Ling Chen replied, his expression calm and his heart rate steady, as if he were discussing an utterly mundane matter.

After entering the Demon Way, Ling Chen’s temperament had indeed shifted somewhat. If someone was an enemy, there was no need for mercy; direct slaughter was the answer.

”Truly worthy of being the Saintess’s son! You have the same temperament as the Saintess—unafraid even if the sky were to fall, and you possess such capability. I look forward to seeing how you kill Yan Xiang.”

”Having a target is good, but Yan Xiang is not someone who can be killed easily. Don’t underestimate him.”

”From now on, focus all your efforts on Cultivation. With the five of us guiding you, you must advance faster than Yan Xiang. After being defeated by you, he will undoubtedly endure hardships to fuel his revenge, and his potential might surge.”

The Sky Apex Realm Demonic Cult Leaders spoke one after another.

Upon hearing this, Ling Chen’s eyes couldn’t help but light up.

These five were all formidable Sky Apex Realm experts. Their research and understanding of Martial Arts were extraordinary. With their dedicated guidance, many problems would be easily resolved.

”Then I shall trouble you, Seniors!”

A wave of joy surged in Ling Chen’s heart. With such an excellent Cultivation environment here, plus the guidance of five Demonic Cult Leaders, it would be difficult for his strength not to advance by leaps and bounds.

”Damn it! That Ling Chen... I absolutely must kill him!”

「In a palace far from Beiming Feng」

Yan Xiang was seething with rage. With one swing of his Great Axe, a massive boulder was split in two, the cut surface as smooth as if it were tofu.

His arm had been fully reattached, but restoring it to perfect condition would still be very difficult. Even with numerous Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, it would only be possible to recover about ninety percent of its former functionality, and it would be impossible to eliminate all lingering after-effects.

”Senior Brother, please calm down.”

Chu Tiange, who was nearby, quickly said, ”We’ll have plenty of chances to deal with that brat. Since he has joined the Holy Church, he’ll definitely participate in the Sky Demon Tower trials with the other Disciples. Those bloody trials involve battling the wills of countless Demon Way ancestors and are incredibly dangerous. One can obtain various benefits there, but it’s also a perfect opportunity to kill that boy.”

Yan Xiang’s eyes suddenly lit up. ”Why didn’t I think of that? The Sky Demon Tower trials are extremely perilous. The higher one climbs the tower, the greater the benefits. Inside the Sky Demon Tower, there are plenty of ways to make that brat disappear without a trace.”

”Exactly, Senior Brother! You are brilliant!” Chu Tiange said with a smile. ”Someone of your caliber will definitely reach beyond the eighth floor in the Sky Demon Tower and receive the inheritances and blessings of numerous ancestors. How could Ling Chen possibly compare to you? He’s not even in the same league. When you enter this time, you’re sure to achieve even greater accomplishments and surpass everyone. Getting rid of that boy will be a simple matter, easily done along the way.”

”That’s right. Every year during the Sky Demon Tower trial, I gain considerable benefits from the experiences and battles within. Moreover, I can settle personal scores under the guise of official business, eliminating some of those nuisances from the Saintess Hall.”

A smirk slowly formed on Yan Xiang’s lips. ”I’ve heard that this year’s Sky Demon Tower trial is even grander than before. Previous trials only opened up to the Ninth Level of the Sky Demon Tower; the final level was never accessible. But this time, word is that the final Tenth Level will be opened, allowing the trial Disciples to enter.”

The Tenth Level of the Sky Demon Tower... That is where the heroic spirit of the first-generation Saint Witch Sect Master resides. It’s the most terrifying place in the entire Sky Demon Tower and isn’t opened casually.