Super Combat Soldier

Chapter 702: Chapter 701: The Power of a Single Finger

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No one had expected that after more than five million years, the being sealed within the Earth Ancient Martial World, within the mountain where the sun never sets, was still alive. This meant that he had been suppressed by Emperor Ao Kong’s ”Mixed Element Bell” for a full five million years. Despite such an immense timeframe, nearly a hundred miles from the heart of the mountain, a single shout carried such overpowering pressure that it caused Du Wanli, the Saint Heir of the Five Poison Sect, to spit out blood in huge mouthfuls. The inherent genius and haughty expression that he wore so comfortably vanished without a trace in an instant, leaving behind only a figure kneeling on the ground, begging for mercy, hoping to save his life like a dog.

It was just a shout, yet it almost destroyed Du Wanli, a talent of the heavens still holding the Poison Saint Intense Flame Banner, both body and soul. Had the being inside the mountain not shown restraint, Du Wanli would have been reduced to ashes!

But who could have imagined the once arrogant and domineering Du Wanli fleeing like a stray dog towards the outer reaches of the mountain, tail between his legs? No sooner had Du Wanli fled than Ye Tianchen, Dongfang Meng, and Tianshuang were grasped by an invisible hand and pulled towards the depths of the mountain where the sun never sets. This irresistible force made each of them tremble with fear. To claim they were not scared or breaking out in a cold sweat would be impossible. The being inside the mountain could contend with Great Emperors; it was a thought frightening enough to make one wet their pants.

With the cultivation strength of Ye Tianchen, Dongfang Meng, and Tianshuang, it was absolutely impossible for them to contend with the being inside the mountain. Even though this being had been suppressed by Emperor Ao Kong and the Emperor’s Artifact ”Mixed Element Bell”, and perhaps couldn’t exert even a layer of its full power, Emperors were supreme beings, invincible in the entire Martial Arts Great World. One could only imagine how formidable a being capable of contending with an Emperor was. Probably a single hair falling from such a being could annihilate all three of them.

There was a legend that Emperors were supremely noble beings. What is an Emperor? An invincible being of the universe and the master of myriad worlds; surpassing in both divine skills and lifespan. While an ordinary cultivator might reach the Martial Saint Realm and live for about five to ten thousand years, an Emperor could easily have a lifespan of at least twenty thousand years. The difference was incomparable, and becoming an Emperor was also one of the ultimate goals for many cultivators.

To become an Emperor, in the vast history of the Martial Arts Great World, there have only been a mere five recognized Emperors, demonstrating just how difficult it is to achieve this status. Countless cultivators are unable to even touch the opportunity to become an Emperor.

A being capable of contending with an Emperor didn’t need further description; the very statement highlighted the gravity of its power. Perhaps no one but an Emperor could annihilate it.

”I haven’t eaten a living person in so long. The three of you have good foundation and talents, and happen to suit my taste just right!” said the being inside the mountain coldly.

Dongfang Meng and Tianshuang’s reactions were comparatively quick. After being grabbed by an invisible force from their hiding place, both reacted swiftly, using all their strength to sever this formless power, attempting to escape their fate of being pulled into the depths of the mountain. It was obvious that if they were captured deep inside the mountain, there would be no burial for their dead bodies. Apart from Great Emperors, who would dare to confront the being inside the mountain? Among the recorded Great Emperors in the Martial Arts Great World, Emperor Ao Kong was the last one, and it had been nearly five million years since he passed away. There have been no more legends of anyone achieving the status of Emperor since then; if it were not for the suppression of the ”Mixed Element Bell”, the being inside the mountain would have emerged long ago!

”Ye Tianchen, are you not making your move yet, what are you waiting for? Do you want to watch us die?” cried Tianshuang in desperation, looking at Ye Tianchen who had his eyes tightly closed beside her.

”Tianchen...” Dongfang Meng also felt some worry, not understanding what was wrong with Ye Tianchen, and why, at the moment they were being pulled by an invisible force towards the depths of the mountain where the sun never sets, he closed his eyes.

”Scared to death, are you? Not even daring to open your eyes for a look?” Tianshuang said, almost speechlessly.

In an instant, Ye Tianchen, Tianshuang, and Dongfang Meng were all drawn into the mountain’s range by the formless and powerful force, pushing them at least ten miles deeper inward. If this continued, they really would reach the center of the mountain where a world-shattering demon resided, an entity that even Emperor Ao Kong’s Shock Kill failed to eliminate. Even a thousand Ye Tianchens would probably just be slapped to death.

Buzz!

Suddenly, Ye Tianchen’s body shook, and a myriad of golden lights blessed his body, transforming him into a golden War God. At the same time, he clenched his fists tightly and unleashed one hundred seventy-nine punches in a single breath, each punch releasing a golden dragon. This combination of the ”Vajra Invulnerability Divine Skill” and the ”Vajra Divine Fist” complemented each other – one was an extremely powerful Defensive Skill, strengthening the cultivator’s body, while the other was an aggressive Slaughter Skill. When brought to Great Success, each punch unleashed would be accompanied by ten thousand golden dragons rampaging wildly.

One hundred seventy-nine punches transformed into one hundred seventy-nine golden dragons, all charging towards the depths of the mountain where the sun never sets. However, before reaching the heart of the mountain, all the golden dragons shattered, and the potent Martial Arts Power dissipated. In other words, Ye Tianchen’s powerful attack had no effect, like clay oxen entering the sea, pointlessly wasting such immense Martial Arts True Power.

”This ... He isn’t even on the same level; the difference is as vast as that between heaven and earth. We can’t stop him,” Dongfang Meng, deeply versed in the supreme techniques recorded in the ’Yijin Jing,’ knew that even in terms of combat prowess alone, Ye Tianchen was much stronger than she and Tianshuang. Now, with Ye Tianchen putting forth all his effort, it wasn’t about breaking free from the grip of this invisible force. He couldn’t even manage to stall it momentarily. How astonishing was that?

”It’s over, we’re done for. I really shouldn’t have dared to come with you to court death. Knowing that within the Sun Never Sets Mountain resides a being that only a Great Emperor can shake, I fear not even all the mightiest Cultivators of the Martial Arts Great World combined could rival this demon. I’ve lost out big time ...” Tianshuang lamented with profound frustration.

”You mere ants daring to act in my presence, truly courting death,” the being within Sun Never Sets Mountain spoke with disdain.

Golden light burst forth from Ye Tianchen’s eyes. Although he was still drawn towards the depths of Sun Never Sets Mountain by that formidable force, he didn’t panic. Instead, he tried his utmost to control his own body and coldly addressed the depths of Sun Never Sets Mountain, ”No one is born strong. You too ascended from an ant, step by step. Now, you regard everyone else as ants, senselessly slaughtering the innocent. Even if you become a Great Emperor, you won’t earn anyone’s respect or admiration ...”

”Good, you’ve got guts. The Earth has long since become unsuitable for Cultivation, yet it’s rare to see a genius like you emerge. It’s just a pity that I can’t lay hands on you now. Otherwise, I would have you in utter despair, strip you of that pride!” The entity within Sun Never Sets Mountain, their words tinged with a trace of anger, probably hadn’t expected that Ye Tianchen, one of the three insignificant ants, would dare utter such words. Did he truly seek to be annihilated, body and spirit?

”Should I ever become as powerful as you, I will be sure to strike you down. But not in such a manner, for it wouldn’t be fair. I want to fight you on equal terms!” Ye Tianchen bellowed with indomitable spirit.

”A fair fight? Do you think you’re worthy? Try taking on one of my fingers ...”

No sooner had the existence within Sun Never Sets Mountain spoken than the invisible force around Ye Tianchen, Dongfang Meng and Tianshuang vanished. To this entity, they were like three insignificant ants, not worth lifting a finger against. Yet, having heard Ye Tianchen’s words, a single finger still extended from the depths of Sun Never Sets Mountain towards him. That finger appeared no different from that of an ordinary person and pressed down on Ye Tianchen, only to expand constantly and blanketed the entire sky, oppressive like a giant millstone descending.

Spewing blood, Dongfang Meng and Tianshuang were sent flying. The crushing force of that descending finger hadn’t even fully materialized and already its unstoppable might proved unbearable for them. Ye Tianchen, on the other hand, was riddled with cracks and dripping with blood, yet he remained standing firmly in place through the ”Vajra Invulnerability Divine Skill,” holding his body together. The pressure felt as if the entire sky were collapsing upon him – so immense was the power. The entity within Sun Never Sets Mountain was simply too strong. Even with Ye Tianchen’s current Cultivation Strength and his all-out effort crossing ranks, it was all in vain. The gap between them was just too vast, and no amount of striving made a difference.

”Let’s see how much you can endure ...” The existence within Sun Never Sets Mountain scoffed coldly.

Immediately, Ye Tianchen felt the crushing force above his head growing increasingly intense. He felt as if his entire body might be pressed into a meat paste, and that finger hasn’t even come down fully yet – it was still hundreds of meters above, but he already felt as if he was being torn apart.

”Whether strong or weak, every person possesses the dignity of life that must not be desecrated!” Ye Tianchen choked out through the blood flowing from his mouth, clenching his teeth and desperately mobilizing the Martial Arts True Power within his Dantian to resist.

”Hmph, nothing but ants, whether you live or die is inconsequential!” the existence within Sun Never Sets Mountain coldly snorted.

”Every powerful Cultivator starts from being an ant, and I’m sure you’re no exception. Even as an ant, I will make my voice heard ...” Ye Tianchen was unyielding and beg for no mercy, even if he was to be annihilated body and spirit, he would uphold his invincible conviction. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, you are welcome to vote and provide monthly support at qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.)