Super Combat Soldier

Chapter 297: Chapter 296: The Story of the Tongtian Sect Master

Speaking of the Tongtian Sect Master, Ye Tianchen was actually not familiar with this person. He came from the apocalypse star and had heard some ancient history about Earth, but he couldn’t fully understand everything. Therefore, when Zhang Yide mentioned the Tongtian Sect Master, Ye Tianchen didn’t know who it was and only felt that this person, who had managed to obtain four out of the ten killing swords from ancient times and even forged them into another killing array, was truly remarkable.

As is well known, the Tongtian Sect Master, from the Chinese mythological legends of the Cutting Sect, was a decisive killer, who, even though he was ordained a Saint, had personally taken up the sword to slay others. It can be said he was a ruthless figure, possessing four Slaying Immortal Swords and an Exterminating Immortal Formation Diagram, managing the affairs of killing between heaven and earth. The sect he founded also had the most immortals and the most powerful influence.

Of course, this is only mythology, and whether it is true remains unknown. However, one thing that can be confirmed is that there must be a reason for everything, meaning historically, there indeed was a person known as the Tongtian Sect Master. His real name wasn’t Tongtian Sect Master, he was given this title after establishing a sect and practicing cultivation skills profound beyond measure, possessing the ability to penetrate heaven and earth, which earned him the utmost respect from all his disciples.

”Indeed, a very powerful person, actually I didn’t know what was going on before, but by chance, I came across a secret text, from the Ancient Martial Sect, which recorded that in ancient times, there was a Taoist named Yi Tongtian who roamed the four seas, practiced highly profound cultivation skills, obtained four lost ancient divine swords, and with his robust penetrating skills of heaven, he forcibly forged these four divine swords into a terrifying killing array. He also specifically drew a Killing Map for this purpose, using it in conjunction with the formation, possessing the power to exterminate immortals and slay demons, hence was known as the Exterminating Immortal Sword Formation. Later, this Taoist named Yi Tongtian established a sect and became a Grandmaster, honored as the Tongtian Sect Master by all his disciples!” Zhang Yide explained to Ye Tianchen.

”So, there was such a story, looks like this person named Yi Tongtian was very powerful, at least he had progressed far on the path of cultivation, otherwise, no one could subdue four killing swords and even forge them into a formation!” Ye Tianchen couldn’t help but exclaim, this person known as the Tongtian Sect Master, was definitely one of the strongest from ancient times.

You see, if what Zhang Yide said was true, the ten ancient divine swords did not originate from Earth but fell from an outer realm for unknown reasons. They once formed a sword array, these ten incredibly powerful divine swords making up the sword array had the potential to devour gods and demons or even destroy the sky and obliterate the universe.

If these ten divine swords really once formed a sword array, then trying to separate any individual sword would almost be impossible since each was an integral part of the sword array. Forcibly separating them would only cause the divine swords to go berserk, bringing calamity upon oneself. Yet, the Tongtian Sect Master split four divine swords and even reformed them into a mighty sword array. That’s why his title of penetrating heaven was not unwarranted.

”That remains unknown. It’s said that the Tongtian Sect Master disappeared one night, suddenly vanishing from Earth. Despite his disciples using all their divine skills to find him, they got nowhere, not knowing where he went!” Zhang Yide also said, furrowing his brows.

Ye Tianchen was stunned for a moment. According to what Zhang Yide had told him, many Chinese mythological legends or very famous characters ultimately disappeared suddenly, unseen in life and unfound in death, which was really strange. If it was just one person, it could be explained that the person had buried themselves since many experts, having reached a certain realm, are very open to the concept of life and death. But, surely not all could be like this?

Additionally, true experts, once they reached the peak realm, almost all had the same pursuit: Eternal Life. Despite the path of cultivation being laden with killings and cannibalism, nearly every cultivator shared the common goal of becoming immortal.

Zhang Yide had this pursuit, and naturally, Ye Tianchen had it too. That’s why they would discuss some secret histories, the ancient secrets of China, which ordinary people couldn’t know or understand, because modern people’s thinking has been shackled to live obscurely a lifetime, regardless of their high station or immense wealth, ending in nothing but certain death. What was the use?

”Could it be that he also went to Emperor Star?” Ye Tianchen looked up at the sky and asked.

”Perhaps, if I could find such a passage, I’d really like to go see Emperor Star. Maybe it’s a world where one can truly achieve immortality!” Zhang Yide also looked towards the sky, saying wistfully.

”Alright old man, just come to me whenever you need, and I’ll take responsibility for Ruotong. But I have a lot of things to do right now and can’t stay!” Ye Tianchen got up and prepared to leave. He still had many things to accomplish, which he needed to complete without any distractions, only then could he think about returning to the apocalypse star and exploring the secrets of Emperor Star.

Seeing Ye Tianchen turn to leave, Zhang Yide also stood up. He suddenly felt that Ye Tianchen might become the person to once again connect Earth to the route to Emperor Star because here was a person of unfathomable strength, with great potential, and decisive in action. Strength paired with intelligence was competence.

”If one day, you find a route to other planets, I hope you can take Ruotong with you. She could be a help to you!” Zhang Yide said, looking at Ye Tianchen’s back.

Hearing Zhang Yide’s words, Ye Tianchen stopped in his tracks without turning around, and said with certitude, ”I have Ruotong’s sacrifices etched in my heart, I won’t let her down, rest assured!”

Ye Tianchen left, and although not much was said, as a man, he made his promise. Even if he felt no romantic affection for Zhang Ruotong, he would not fail her. After all, what courage it must have taken for a girl to sacrifice her virginity to save him? It was an act born out of deep love. Therefore, no matter what, Ye Tianchen would never let Zhang Ruotong down in his lifetime, he would always protect and guard her.

It had been eight days and eight nights since Ye Tianchen swung the Seven Stars Saber against the Taie Sword, and it must be said that Wuxue and Wang Jie were very capable. Within these eight days, although some members of the Thirteen Heavenly Kings became unsettled, suggesting dissolution following what they believed to be Ye Tianchen’s death, Wuxue and Wang Jie suppressed these interruptions. They had even erased all traces of the battle with Blood Demon Jiao, a subordinate of the Leopard King under the Ouyang family, ensuring that the spies sent by major powers and grand families returned without any news. Even the great and powerful Leopard King had only just received the report.

At the same pond, the Leopard King continued to fish with his back to everyone, an air of mystery about him. He seemed indifferent to the world outside; for many years, being a high-level practitioner had left him unengaged with trivial matters. Ye Tianchen’s emergence, however, had sparked a faint interest in him, yet he believed everything was still under his control.

”Boss...” Moushu stood behind the Leopard King and spoke somewhat awkwardly.

”Is there news about Blood Demon Jiao?” the Leopard King asked indifferently as he slowly reeled in his fishing rod.

”There is news!” Moushu paused before answering.

”Speak!” the Leopard King said offhandedly.

”Ye Tianchen’s Thirteen Heavenly Kings not only eradicated the Xuanyuan family but also confronted the Thirteen Leopard Kings of the Ouyang family, killing them all... Blood Demon Jiao... he was killed... completely annihilated!” Moushu said with a fearful tone.

”Hm? Blood Demon Jiao had the Taie Sword, an ancient Divine Sword of immense power. Even though it was not fully controlled by Blood Demon Jiao, it’s not something ordinary people can contend with.” Despite his surprise, the Leopard King remained composed. A prominent figure like him, not showing any rage over the loss of such a high-ranking officer, was indeed a formidable enemy for Ye Tianchen.

”Ye Tianchen’s men covered all tracks so well that we did not receive the news immediately. However, it was said that Ye Tianchen had also sustained severe near-fatal injuries and was taken by his men to seek medical help!” Moushu continued.

”Injured by the Taie Sword, such divine might is not something ordinary people can endure. Ye Tianchen is undoubtedly doomed. Since his men have taken him to heal, it seems they are not simple either. Immediately investigate where Ye Tianchen is being treated...” The Leopard King quickly grasped the crux of the matter. If Ye Tianchen could truly be healed, it meant there existed a divine doctor in the world who, if not amenable to serving the Leopard King, must be eliminated to prevent future troubles.

”Yes!” Moushu promptly responded.

”Also, send a few men to kill all the members of Ye Tianchen’s Thirteen Heavenly Kings. Whether Ye Tianchen is alive or dead, I want him to know how easily I can crush him,” the Leopard King said nonchalantly, a true reflection of his confidence and capability.

The members of the Thirteen Heavenly Kings were all masters in their own right, indeed formidable, but under the Leopard King’s command was a horde of bloodthirsty demons. Not only were they extraordinarily skilled, but they also possessed ruthlessness devoid of humanity. Even just a Blood Demon Jiao, under the enhancement of the Taie Sword, could robustly challenge Wuxue and Wang Jie. However, among those under the Leopard King, the strongest demon had yet to make a move. This time, seizing the opportunity of Ye Tianchen’s absence, it was clear that the Leopard King had mobilized his elite forces to wipe out all members of the Thirteen Heavenly Kings. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it at qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)