Side Story 1: Drawing Energy Within, Breaking the Cocoon to Be Reborn

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After quietly contemplating in the ancient sword realm for three days, Chen Feng had grasped nearly all the sword techniques and moves he could comprehend. He even sensed a faint trace of the sword intent and the sword path of that great sword master.

Other major orthodox sects had also been invited, knowing that the imminent battle between the righteous and demonic forces would determine the survival of the orthodox path. They could not afford to ignore it. The secret realm that had appeared in the Tianwu Mountain Range must not fall into the hands of the demonic path, lest it disrupt the balance between the two sides.

“Could the core be over there?” Fei Niao gazed curiously toward the direction indicated by the crystal, where darkness still prevailed.

In fact, the three realms occupied by humans, demons, and sea clans were roughly comparable in size to the vast territories held by some super races.

“This slash attack is so powerful—I don’t think I can block it,” said Kisame Hoshigaki, feeling uncertain for the first time when facing the strike.

“Well then, if that ancient teleportation formation on the other side is to be fully activated, it requires an energy source, a rare spatial true spirit stone in this realm.”

The two elders’ faces changed instantly when they saw the “ghostly symbols” inscribed on the rock, their expressions a mixture of disbelief and joy.

“Master, are you referring to another version of me?” Xia Mingfeng pondered his teacher’s words for a long moment before speaking.

Zhao Ming calmly closed his eyes, discerning the wind's direction and position. All the trajectories of the rolling logs appeared clearly in his mind. Moving gracefully among the dense logs, none could harm him—not a single one touched his clothes.

“This is not my home. I have never belonged here—not before, not now, and not ever,” Jiang Ruyun said firmly.

The cave entrance was narrow, allowing only one person to pass at a time. Inside, it was pitch black, making it impossible to see anything. Changsheng listened carefully but heard no further sound, leaving him quietly wondering if he had misheard.

“General, I’ll cover the rear! Chen Yuanhou is cunning and will never miss such an opportunity. He will surely dispatch cavalry to encircle us,” Huo Dun volunteered to hold the rear guard.

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As soon as he spoke, Changsheng regretted it slightly, thinking, This Buddhist sect leader couldn’t possibly know about the Tianjing clan.

The entire Xuanchu Academy numbered nearly five thousand. To stand out among so many without exceptional cultivation was impossible.

Just as Baize was about to stop him, Meng Bai, severely wounded, surged forward with his power. He dashed along the shortest path into the doorway.

“Even at the ninth stage, you’re still no match for me. Just wait and see! Ah-choo!” This time Baishanshui was not as fortunate. His remaining spiritual energy dissipated completely after a sudden movement, and he fell from midair onto the ice where Zhou Zhe stood.

If Ye Hao were still alive, he would surely return. All they needed to do was wait for Ye Hao’s injuries to stabilize before going back to find them.

Ji Feixiu’s visit to the palace this time was not to see Zhou Yanqing but to visit the side hall where Chu Liumu and Jingci resided. When Zhou Yanqing arrived, he saw the fiery red-clad prodigy arrogantly engaged in a sharp verbal exchange with the two.

Lin Muhan smiled at Xia Mujin. Could it be that Xia Mujin now knew his true identity? Is that why he no longer cared about Song Yiyao?

Before opening the wooden coffin, he had crouched beside the Bagua formation, touched the ground, and sniffed the air.

Under such intense gazes, Yun Huang suddenly found her words caught in her throat, unable to continue.

The Lei family lived within this city. Taking a taxi there would cost only a few dozen yuan.

Yun Huang gently pushed the person before her, and the imposter “Gu Chengdong,” who had already reverted to his original form, collapsed to the ground with a heavy thud. The sound of silver armor hitting the floor echoed for a long while before fading away.

That sturdy figure, in Tang Yan’s hands, was like clay—crushed mercilessly until shattered, blood splattering everywhere.

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“You did nothing wrong.” Mo Yesi rubbed his forehead, recalling how Yan Shaoqing had once said he was too clingy to Qiao Mianmian. He hadn’t taken it seriously then, but now he realized he might have been a bit too attached.

Yan Tiannan had already sensed the token’s aura. Seizing the moment when the powerful forces were attacking Suzaku, he flew over to retrieve it.

“Your son? Hah, do you really consider him your son? He worked tirelessly for this family, but in the end, what did he get?” Zhang Xin said bitterly, recalling Zhang Guowei’s lifelong hardships from a previous life.

Their eyes met—Canaan showed no expression, but her heart tightened, and she was the first to look away.

Dawson Allen smiled warmly at Yi Tianxing, then walked inside without hesitation, acting as if they were old acquaintances.

“Hmph!” At this moment, Lifa, who had slipped into the darkness, appeared. Together with Mashu, who had just fallen, they used their weapons to block the attack but were blasted far away.

Did Zhu Yanxing realize the effects that the divine armor would bring? If it weren’t for Chang Ming’s usual reliance on his own strength and reluctance to spend too much effort on the armor, what might he have become? Like the current Ice Lotus, endlessly devouring his own kind?

Facing the three enormous serpent heads beside him, Shadow could only remain still, quietly treading water to avoid falling.

After about ten minutes of travel, the green dot on the ancient battle map suddenly radiated layers of green light, although it was still far from the nearest red dot.

As the thousand scouts shouted, many soldiers unaware of the truth began to grow restless, expressing a desire to enter the city to rest. Several leaders also shouted, urging the troops to take a break inside the city. For a moment, the soldiers’ emotions spiraled out of control.