Looking up, Chase saw that the Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python had arrived. Like Chase, it was floating in mid-air."You've grown even stronger?!" The python spoke in human language, its tone filled with obvious shock. After hiding underground for a few days, it had surfaced only to find Chase and Willow missing. Failing to locate them, it decided to return to check on the Water and Fire Emerald Lotus, worried that something might have happened to it.That was when it stumbled upon Chase and Willow, still guarding the area.As it gazed at the three elemental dragons—water, fire, and lightning—coiling around Chase, a massive pressure weighed down on it.Even to withstand one of those dragons, it would have to use at least 50% of its strength. Now, however, there was an additional lightning dragon. How was it supposed to fight back?The python simply could not comprehend how this brat had grown so powerful in just a few days. If Chase had unleashed these three dragons earli
Just as Willow was making faces at the frozen python, the ice suddenly shattered, and a putrid gust of wind surged outward.An overwhelming pressure—the aura of a superior predator—crashed down on her, paralyzing her completely. She could not move nor speak.The Two-Headed Giant Python's eyes glowed menacingly, as if solid beams of murderous intent had materialized.A chilling fear gripped her heart."Am I going to die?" It was the only thought that crossed her mind.Meanwhile, Chase had been somewhat relaxed, still reveling in the success of his three-dragon vital energy technique. He had not expected the Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python to break free from the ice so suddenly. And now, Willow was in immediate danger.The python opened both of its massive mouths, releasing twin beams of ice and fire breath directly at her.Just as she was about to be engulfed, Greedy Wolf suddenly flew out on its own, slashing through the air like a lightning bolt. A blinding white arc str
Fortunately, the Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python had dual water-fire attributes, allowing it to neutralize a significant portion of the arcane technique damage.However, the lightning energy rampaging inside its body was a different matter. The uncontrollable surges disrupted its focus, threatening to break its concentration at any moment and leave it wide open for an attack.The python was barely holding on. If it had a choice, it would never want to face lightning-based techniques again.Yet as a beast monster, it knew that when the time came to undergo the Lightning Calamity, it would have to face heavenly thunder.It was no wonder so few monsters survived the ordeal.Currently, it was already at the peak of martial nirvana. To step into martial dominant, it would need to endure the Lightning Calamity. In a way, this brat was giving it an early preview.With that thought, the Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python steadied itself, gritting its fangs as it forcefully exp
It had to be said that the Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python had executed its deception flawlessly twice. The first time, it had successfully tricked Willow, though in the end, Chase had saved her. The second time, it had deceived Chase himself, using its innate ability to bind him tightly with its tail.The python was immensely pleased with itself.Before coming here, the Water and Fire Emerald Lotus had been guarded by a martial dominant independent cultivator.That man had died the exact same way—strangled to death by its constricting tail.Chase was, at best, only at the peak of martial nirvana. How could he possibly escape?"Kid, if you had just accepted death earlier, you wouldn't be suffering like this now," the python sneered, mocking Chase with a smug tone. "Why struggle? It's pointless. Just die quickly and get reincarnated sooner. Isn't that better?"Convinced of its inevitable victory, the Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python enjoyed taunting its prey.Meanwhi
The Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python could barely control three streams of consciousness at once—one for each of its water, fire, and poison attacks.Yet the human it had captured was not only physically on par with it but also possessed top-tier mastery in both blade and sword techniques.What was even more terrifying was that Chase's soul was capable of controlling three separate minds at once—or rather, 14, considering his independent control over 12 swords.That level of spiritual multitasking far exceeded its own. However, the most unsettling part was that the dense, murderous aura around Chase was so thick it felt tangible. It was as if he had personally slaughtered a hundred thousand souls.Could someone like this really be killed so easily?Doubt crept into the python's mind.Was this peak martial nirvana human actually stronger than a newly ascended martial dominant cultivator?The idea shook it to its core.It had killed a low-level martial dominant before, but
Chase's two fingers barely pinched the thinnest part of the Water and Fire Two-Headed Giant Python's tail, yet the massive beast was completely immobilized.This scene left Willow utterly stunned."Could it be that the python's weak point isn't at its head but at the tip of its tail?" she asked in disbelief."Of course not," Chase replied with a slight smile.He explained, "On one hand, I used lightning-attributed vital energy to disrupt the python's control over its muscles and bones. On the other hand, I employed a secret technique to block the commands its soul sends to its body."As for using just two fingers? That's simply a means to channel my lightning vital energy and spiritual suppression more effectively."The so-called secret technique was none other than the Passive Concentration Technique. As a lower world-grade technique, it was a cultivation method suitable for the martial god Realm.For Body Refining Masters, it corresponded to martial dominant level and above. M
"What do I have to gain if I accept you?"Chase might be ridiculing it, but that was a mutated peak three-tier monster. Accepting the monster would definitely help him.As an old monster that had survived in the nether realm for more than thousands of years, it knew the territory well and could help him with his search for his sisters. That was why Chase asked the question."I… I know what the Nefarious Deity Sect and the Evil Shadow Sect are up to. I can take you to them."The Water and Fire Two-headed Giant Python had no other idea how to grab Chase's attention. This was the biggest recent secret he had discovered, so it blurted the secret out of panic.Chase glanced at Willow. She had said that both those sects were plotting something, but he was held back because of the python and the Water and Fire Jade Lotus. He had no time to head over there.Willow understood what he meant. She was about to speak up when Chase stopped her."Wait." Chase raised his hand to stop her from t
As for the Light and Dark Divine Pearls, they were objects that could create universes. Chase was just a stage-seven martial god. Would he be able to hold on to them if he grabbed them?Chase doubted it.That being said, Chase had already gained quite a lot before even getting his hands on the Dark and Light Divine Pearls.He pulled out a contract talisman from his codex and began to chant. He pressed his fingers on his right hand together and a ball of golden light flew out from it. It aimed right at the head of the Water and Fire Two-headed python.The python knew what was about to happen and did not dodge the ball of light. It went right into the python's head.Chase and the python immediately sensed their fates intertwining.A notion moved inside Chase, and he knew he could set restrictions on the python at any time. He could even look into its consciousness.Chase had the python's life in his hands. This was the first time he was experiencing such a sensation.The python's
Tania once attended celebratory events held by other sects, only to encounter top-tier demonic beasts on the road. A brutal battle left her covered in wounds, and she missed the celebration entirely, offending the host.At that time, her master's resentment had already reached its peak.That thousand-year-old wolf demon became the last straw that broke the camel's back.Her master unleashed Emerald Lake Holy Land's most powerful technique—Radiance of Emerald, Eternal Slumber.Heaven and earth changed color the moment it was unleashed. The thousand-year wolf demon gathered all of its cultivation but still could not withstand the strike. It was reduced to ashes in an instant.Tania once thought that the gap between her and her master was not too wide and that she would rightfully inherit the mantle of leadership over Emerald Lake Holy Land within a century.Yet after witnessing that attack, she realized how wrong she had been. From then on, she started training harder and more dilig
Chase, who was standing directly in front of that sword strike, was equally stunned.Zacharias had been right!From that sword, he sensed the same divine intent as the one he had felt earlier in the clouds from that figure that resembled the Nine-Sea Giant Squid. It was evil, filled with pain and oppression, spreading boundlessly.Clive was indeed a projection—or a fragment—of Klondike!Chase's rage simmered down, replaced by a cold gleam in his eyes. This was the one who wanted to kill him?He was ready to strike back with full force. He summoned Greedy Wolf from the void, and his killing intent surged across the arena. The moment the blade appeared, it once again drew gasps from the audience.The overwhelming sword intent Clive had released earlier was instantly compressed and forced back by half as if it were afraid of Chase's blade. Then came the killing aura of Greedy Wolf. It was nearly tangible, sweeping across the hearts of every spectator.Earlier, Clive's sword aura had
Clive finally seemed to snap out of his daze."You brat, did you drug me?" he barked angrily, vaguely aware that something felt off. It was as if he had just taken a nap in the arena. His first thought was that Chase must have slipped him some kind of drug."If I had drugged you, would you still be standing there?" Chase scoffed at such a ridiculous accusation.That was true. If Chase truly had drugged him, Clive would probably already be lying unconscious in the rest area.Clive reluctantly accepted Chase's explanation for now."Let's settle this once and for all!" he shouted, raising his Heaven and Earth Sword as a boundless sword aura swept across the arena.Huh? His strength felt even greater than before. Clive grew smug with pride.Chase appeared completely unaware of his incoming strike.Rookie move, he thought. Chase must have been stunned by his sword intent and was now completely frozen.Clive was imagining it all in his head.Then, he shouted, "Boundless Heaven and E
As soon as Zacharias spoke of Klondike, Chase's sea of consciousness suddenly darkened.Chase was startled. He sensed a presence—some sort of power—watching him. He released his spiritual consciousness and swept the area but found nothing."That's Klondike's power. Just mentioning him will make you a target and draw his gaze," Zacharias warned. "I no longer have anything to lose, but you must be careful. If his true body takes notice, there's only one outcome—death.""It's too late. My master already has his eyes on you. Kid, did you not see what happened to Zacharias? I suggest you learn from it and—"Before Gideon could finish his sentence, an invisible chain shot out, binding his soul and sealing his mouth, leaving him completely unable to speak."You'd better behave. This is my sea of consciousness," Chase said coldly.The last time he struck Gideon with a bolt of lightning, it obliterated his soul, but Gideon had reformed using a portion of Zacharias' spirit. If Chase destroy
Chase had been wondering why it took Zacharias so long to wake up. Now that he was finally awake, why was he still so weak? More importantly, why did he immediately turn against his old acquaintance?What exactly had happened in between?"He's a fraud. The Nine-Sea Giant Squid and the Nine Sea Holy Sword are all projections or incarnations of that evil deity. All that nonsense about being fated with me was a setup—just a ploy to steal my divine foresight," Zacharias said as his spiritual form twisted like wisps of smoke, looking unstable and on the verge of dispersing completely."Evil deity? Projection? Are you talking about Klondike?" Chase asked, recalling the Nine-Sea Giant Squid he encountered on the fourth level among the Worthingtons as well as the so-called expert they summoned. He remembered they had mentioned someone named Klondike.Upon hearing Chase speak that name, Gideon visibly flinched in shock."So, you actually know?" he asked with a dark expression."My soul has
Fallon was a little speechless when he heard Ford's words.He had made up the whole "spiritual consciousness duel" thing on a whim, yet this kid delivered his commentary with such confidence and flair. It looked like he was a seasoned show-off too!Truly, the younger generation was not to be underestimated. Fallon could not help but let out a snort of laughter.Carla, standing beside him, transmitted a quiet message via spiritual consciousness, "Ford… isn't wrong.""What?" Fallon was stunned.In terms of soul and spiritual consciousness, Carla was undoubtedly one of the top experts in the nether realm. As someone who focused on physical cultivation, Fallon had always respected her spiritual skills.However, this so-called "spiritual consciousness duel" had just been something he made up.Even Carla had believed it was a lie earlier. Yet now, she was suddenly vouching for Ford, saying he was telling the truth?It really gave Fallon a scare."I made this up on the spot. Are you s
"Could they be rigging the match?""The reward for the Holy Path is at the martial god level. Would they fake a match for that?""It's exactly because it's a martial god-level reward that they'd rig the match, got it?""No way. I object. City Lord, these two are definitely up to something!"As Clive and Chase remained motionless for longer and longer, Fallon and Carla also noticed something was wrong.However, after scanning the arena with their spiritual consciousness, they did detect a clashing of energy between the two.After a brief moment of thought, Fallon spoke up. "Everyone, please calm down. These two prodigies are currently engaged in a rather novel type of battle—a spiritual consciousness duel. The fight between them is currently in a deadlock. A single misstep could mean complete annihilation of their souls."Only those whose spiritual consciousness is highly refined can perceive what's going on. So please, be patient and wait for the match to conclude."The crowd im
"Kid, if I hadn't deliberately transmitted my voice to you, do you think you could hear me?"Chase flinched. That voice had clearly echoed within his sea of consciousness. Could it be that Zacharias Crane had awakened?He quickly recalled the Seer of Whitepeak—the former elder of the Shadowless Sect whom he had subdued—and hurriedly searched within his sea of consciousness.Zacharias' soul still lay dormant."Heh, just as I thought. That old fellow is suffering too, hiding out inside you." The voice sounded pleased.Chase was completely stunned."Let me be honest with you. I'm the Nine Sea Holy Sword, Gideon. That Zacharias kid always bragged about being a peerless divine seer. But it turns out that even he couldn't escape his fate."As he spoke, a translucent figure materialized within Chase's sea of consciousness. He wore a gray robe and carried nine long swords on his back."Sir, and you are…"Chase was shocked. This man had entered his sea of consciousness silently. If he m
"That's no surprise. They're human too and have emotions. It's normal.""Aren't cultivators supposed to develop noble hearts as part of their cultivation? How can they allow such raw emotions to control them?""Well, not everything looks like it seems. The way they vent their emotions is different from us common folk."Chase looked exasperated while listening to the discussion below. He did not want to listen in on them. However, there was something about Clive.When Chase tried to sense Clive with his consciousness, he could sense an ordinary cultivator and an unfathomable cultivator who was as mysterious as a deep, black hole. It got him curious. Could this man have a split personality? Or was he possessed?Chase released his consciousness completely to be safe. This way, he could watch over every move Clive made.This move had also caused him to hear every unnecessary voice below the ring.Clive had no idea what Chase had done. All he knew was that a pair of mysterious eyes s