abnabooks Chapter 1931 Suppression Variables (4K)
Chapter 1931 Suppression Variables (4K)
Chapter 1931 Suppression Variables (4K)
In the southern region of the Xuan Yu Realm, in that hidden place shrouded in endless void turbulence and chaotic demonic energy, the atmosphere was as heavy as ten-thousand-year-old ice.
Qu Yanfeng stood bowing in the void, listening to the seductive and oppressive words of the Sovereign Realm Heavenly Demon, feeling the allure of the "True Meaning of Annihilation," his heart pounding and his breathing rapid.
However, after a brief period of fervor and greed, Qu Yanfeng remembered Xu Hanxing's tragic end, where he was annihilated both body and soul, and the horrific state of his cultivation level plummeting when the power of destruction backfired. A chilling coldness instantly swept over his entire body.
Gamble your life?
For that elusive, fleeting trace of true meaning of destruction?
does it worth?
Qu Yanfeng, ranked third on the Earth Ranking, has a solid foundation and a resilient demonic soul. As long as he patiently accumulates experience and receives guidance and resources from his master, breaking through to the Dominator Realm in the future is inevitable; it's just a matter of time.
Why gamble your life and future on a battle you might not even win?
In the blink of an eye, the madness and fervor in Qu Yanfeng's eyes quickly faded, replaced by clarity and decisiveness.
Qu Yanfeng raised his head, his eerie green demonic eyes sweeping over the dozens of Sovereign Realm figures radiating terrifying demonic power before finally settling on the Sovereign who had bewitched him. His voice was hoarse yet carried an undeniable firmness:
"Please forgive my incompetence!"
Qu Yanfeng's voice was deep, yet it clearly pierced through the deathly silence.
As soon as the words were spoken, the already tense and silent atmosphere became even more deathly still.
The gazes of all the Heavenly Demon Lords instantly turned icy cold, their crimson demonic eyes revealing undisguised anger and disappointment.
The next moment, dozens of gazes instantly focused on the figure on the other side of the void, who was wearing a long robe with black demonic patterns and whose aura was as deep as the sea.
Fifth on the Heavenly Ranking, Meng Xinluo, is Qu Yanfeng's master.
Meng Xinluo stood with his hands behind his back, his black robe fluttering in the air without wind. His face was hidden in the shadow of his hood, making it impossible to see his expression. Only his deep, abyss-like, seemingly star-devouring eyes calmly met the dozens of oppressive and questioning gazes.
silence.
A deathly silence spread through the void.
After a moment, Meng Xinluo spoke slowly, his voice deep and hoarse, with a metallic quality, yet containing an undeniable authority:
"My disciple's strength is insufficient, and I have disappointed you all."
There was no explanation, no reprimand, and no coercion.
The simple phrase "insufficient strength" clearly stated their attitude.
Meng Xinluo would not force Qu Yanfeng to his death, because even he, the fifth-ranked figure on the Heavenly Ranking, could not be certain whether Chen Fei of the Illusionary Sect had truly reached his limit after crushing Xu Hanxing's sword strike, which was close to the Dominator Realm.
The other Heavenly Demon Sovereign Realm experts frowned even more deeply upon hearing Meng Xinluo's almost protective words.
With Qu Yanfeng's retreat, only Duan Tianying, the personal disciple of the Destroyer Venerable, remained at the top of the Earth Ranking.
This means that Chen Fei will almost entirely seize back the power of the Xuan Yu Realm's ranking, and that the Demon Tide's fortune will retreat, greatly deviating from their original plan to swallow up the Xuan Yu Realm.
However, with Meng Xinluo, who ranked fifth on the Heavenly Ranking, in charge, they could not force Qu Yanfeng, much less use force!
"Humph!"
In the midst of this oppressive silence, a cold snort, tinged with disdain and arrogance, suddenly rang out like a chilling wind from the depths of hell.
"If he's unwilling, then I'll do it!"
Before he finished speaking, the void not far from Qu Yanfeng rippled violently like water, and a figure silently materialized.
The newcomer was dressed in a dark purple battle robe with demonic patterns. His figure was as tall and straight as a solitary peak. His face was cold and stern, and his eyes were closed, yet they seemed to contain a terrifying aura that made people's hearts tremble and seemed capable of destroying everything.
At the top of the Earth Ranking, the Annihilation Demon Spirit Severing Heaven's Shadow!
Qu Yanfeng turned his head, his eerie green demonic eyes fixed on the figure, a complex light flashing in them. He took a deep breath and solemnly cupped his hands in greeting to Duan Tianying:
"Brother Duan, I am indeed inferior to you!"
This statement was not entirely flattery, because Qu Yanfeng's master, Meng Xinluo, had personally asserted that Duan Tianying had already comprehended the true meaning of destruction more than two years ago.
At that time, Duan Tianying was already at the top of the Earth Ranking, invincible in the Immortal Realm, and had no need to reveal such a trump card.
Upon hearing Qu Yanfeng's words, Duan Tianying did not open his tightly closed eyes, but a cold and arrogant smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.
By comprehending the true meaning of destruction, one can bear a large amount of the power of destruction, as if opening a channel within one's own demonic body to accommodate the sea of destruction.
Even if one's cultivation level drops due to excessive burden, one can quickly recover by relying on the sliver of the true meaning of destruction that one has comprehended.
Duan Tianying thought that he would never have another chance to use this power of destruction in this Immortal Realm.
Because after a maximum of two or three more years of consolidation, Duan Tianying will be able to naturally break through to the Dominator Realm. At that time, with this wisp of the true meaning of destruction that he has already comprehended, he will be able to truly wield the power of destruction in a short period of time.
I never expected that such a variable as Chen Fei would emerge from this desolate place called Xuan Yu Realm!
but……
Duan Tianying's smile grew even brighter, tinged with a cold indifference.
Even variables must be suppressed in the face of absolute power!
If Chen Fei dares to challenge him to a fight to the death, Duan Tianying will personally eliminate this unpredictable variable that should not exist in the Xuan Yu Realm!
"Buzz!"
Almost the instant Duan Tianying appeared and Qu Yanfeng spoke, in the Earth Ranking Space, on the vast sky above the nine heavens, flowing with the radiance of rules, the aura representing Qu Yanfeng suddenly trembled violently, flickering uncertainly.
Immediately afterward, under the watchful eyes of many, the crimson aura dimmed, twisted, and dissipated, leaving only a line of information condensed from the power of rules.
Qu Yanfeng concedes defeat! He shall not be allowed to appear on the Earthly Ranking again for a thousand years!
Qu Yanfeng... admits defeat!
"Wow!"
An uproar erupted instantly within the Earth Ranking Space.
"He's scared! Qu Yanfeng is scared of Elder Chen!"
"How can we not be afraid? If we don't admit defeat, we'll be annihilated in the training ground tomorrow!"
A large number of Immortal Realm experts who were waiting in the Earth Ranking Space witnessed this scene. The news spread like wildfire, instantly reaching all the major cities, sects, and markets of the Tianxuan Domain.
Countless cultivators and Yuan Demons were overjoyed and their morale soared, while the extraterrestrial demons were ashen-faced, completely unprepared for Qu Yanfeng's surrender.
Tianxuan Sect, Forging Peak, Heart-Forging Residence.
Chen Fei sat cross-legged beneath the Crimson Dragon Fire Mulberry Tree, his body emanating an ancient and eternal aura. With a slight thought, Chen Fei instantly sensed the dissipation of Qu Yanfeng's aura on the Earth Ranking's sky and his own aura leaping to third place on the Earth Ranking!
Chen Fei's eyes flickered slightly as he prepared to enter the Earth Ranking Space to challenge Duan Tianying to a death match.
However, the moment Chen Fei had this thought, two powerful and vast auras of dominance appeared in mid-air above the courtyard.
Chen Fei instantly composed himself, opened his eyes, and stood up to greet him.
Two figures appeared in the courtyard. On the left was Le Boyang, the patriarch of the Illusionary Transformation Sect, with a lean and refined face. On the right was Chang Xiwen, the peak master of the Forging Peak, with his hair and beard standing on end and an aura of wildness.
"Greetings, Ancestor! Greetings, Senior Chang!" Chen Fei bowed respectfully.
Chang Xiwen's copper bell-like eyes swept over Chen Fei, and a hearty smile appeared on his face. He waved his large, fan-like hand and said, "Hahaha, no need for formalities. Your ancestor came here specifically to see you, so I won't get in your way. You two chat!"
Before he could finish speaking, Chang Xiwen's figure flickered and vanished instantly, like a reflection merging into the void.
Chang Xiwen had sensed the undying true intent on Chen Fei outside the Earth Ranking Martial Arts Arena. After Chen Fei left the Earth Ranking Space, Chang Xiwen had already come to find Chen Fei and inquire about Chen Fei's cultivation of eternal immortality.
At this moment, Le Boyang came to Tianxuan Sect specifically to find Chen Fei, and Chang Xiwen naturally knew to back down.
Inside the courtyard, only Chen Fei and Le Boyang remained.
Le Boyang's gaze fell on Chen Fei, but he did not speak immediately. Instead, he carefully sensed the life essence flowing around Chen Fei.
After a moment, Le Boyang spoke slowly, his voice low and gentle, with a hint of inquiry:
"Your lifespan has now exceeded a thousand years. Is this due to refining the Heavenly Agarwood or comprehending the True Meaning of Immortality?"
On the Earth Ranking Martial Arts Arena, Le Boyang clearly sensed that Chen Fei's withered and decaying life essence was rejuvenated like a dead tree in spring, and his lifespan limit had actually broken through the thousand-year mark.
At the time, Le Boyang thought it was the miraculous effect of the Heavenly Agarwood, but Chen Fei later revealed the Indestructible True Meaning, which made Le Boyang somewhat uncertain.
Chen Fei smiled slightly and whispered:
"Reporting to the Ancestor, I first refined the Heavenly Agarwood to nourish my essence and prolong my life. With the help of the Heavenly Agarwood, while comprehending the eternal and indestructible, I occasionally gained some insights and condensed a trace of the true meaning of immortality. The two complement each other, which is why I have the effect I have today."
This statement is consistent with the previous explanation of Chang Xiwen.
The Heavenly Agarwood is essentially a rare and precious material containing some of the wonders of the fifteenth-tier level. Longevity is just one of its characteristics. Attributing the credit for comprehending eternal immortality to the Heavenly Agarwood also provides an explanation for Chen Fei's ability to comprehend the true meaning of immortality within a few days.
Upon hearing this, Le Boyang couldn't help but smile: "The Heavenly Agarwood not only extended your lifespan but also allowed you to comprehend the true meaning of immortality. The dangers brought about by this recent battle on the Earth Ranking are worthwhile."
After laughing, Le Boyang flipped his hand and took out a branch that was completely withered and yellow, yet exuded a rich and profound vitality and mysterious Daoist charm.
"This is the Heavenly Stem Wood that Senior Shi Ruifeng entrusted to me to pass on to you. Refine it carefully, and it should extend your life by several hundred years." Le Boyang solemnly handed the Heavenly Stem Wood to Chen Fei.
Chen Fei accepted the branch with both hands, feeling the immense primordial energy contained within it. A ripple of emotion stirred within him, and he said sincerely, "Thank you, Ancestor."
"This was a gift from the elder Shi, so there's no need to thank me. Besides, this is something you deserve!"
Le Boyang waved his hand, but the smile on his face slowly faded, and his gaze became deep and solemn. He looked at Chen Fei and said in a deep voice, "Do you know why I came here today?"
Chen Fei straightened up, his gaze falling on the piece of Tiangan wood in his palm, which was flowing with a warm luster. Just to deliver this item, Ancestor Le Boyang didn't need to come in person in such a hurry.
"Ancestor..."
Chen Fei raised his head, his gaze calmly meeting Le Boyang's deep eyes, and whispered, "Is it because of the Earth Ranking?"
A hint of approval flashed in Le Boyang's eyes, and he slowly nodded: "That's right, it is indeed the Earth Ranking!"
Le Boyang took a deep breath, his voice becoming unusually solemn:
"I have come here today hoping that you will stop and take a break, and stop fighting that Broken Sky Shadow to the death!"
"Does the Ancestor think it's too dangerous?" Chen Fei looked up at Le Boyang. Le Boyang had seen part of Chen Fei's power before, otherwise he wouldn't have agreed to fight Chen Fei to the death on the Earth Ranking.
"The power Xu Hanxing unleashed was close to the early stage of the Sovereign Realm. That was an unprecedented feat in the Xuan Yu Realm, and it must have been orchestrated by the Destruction Venerable. Afterwards, when you challenged Qu Yanfeng, I wanted to persuade you to stop, but fortunately Qu Yanfeng had already conceded defeat. However, as the Destruction Venerable's personal disciple, if Duan Tianying were to intervene..."
Le Boyang's voice suddenly became more serious: "It is highly likely that he will unleash his true Sovereign Realm power in the fierce battle on the Earth Ranking!"
Le Boyang stared intently at Chen Fei and said, word by word:
"Chen Fei, although you are strong, you are ultimately only at the Immortal Realm. Once Duan Tianying truly unleashes the power of the Sovereign Realm, it will be something that no Immortal Realm cultivator can withstand, even if you have already comprehended a trace of the True Meaning of Immortality. At that time, you will be in grave danger!"
Chen Fei frowned slightly and did not answer immediately.
"You fought your way up from the bottom of the Earth Ranking, slaying demons and rising to third place. You have made unparalleled contributions to the Xuan Yu Realm! Now that you have achieved your goal, there is no need to put yourself in such a dangerous situation." Le Boyang spoke earnestly, with deep concern and worry.
Chen Fei lowered his head, his gaze falling once again on the warm, smooth piece of dried wood in his palm.
Heavenly Dry Wood, Heavenly Agarwood, Fragments of the Heavenly Dao!
The three treasures containing the profound meaning of fifteenth-grade spiritual materials have been gathered together. As long as the Heavenly Stem Wood is placed into the spatial grid, it can be transformed into a true fifteenth-grade low-rank spiritual material. At that time, Chen Fei can naturally break through to the Dominator Realm.
Killing Duan Tianying was no longer necessary for Chen Fei to condense his spiritual materials into a higher level.
However, if Duan Tianying is not killed, the top spot on the Earth Ranking will still be in the hands of the Heavenly Demon.
The power held by the top spot on the Earthly Ranking far surpasses that of the other positions, just like the top spot on the Heavenly Ranking.
If Duan Tianying cannot be killed or driven away, the overwhelming demonic energy surrounding Tianxuan Domain will retreat, but it's hard to say how effective it will be.
With the situation in the Xuan Yu Realm improving, Chen Fei will have more time and safety to break through to higher realms and prepare for the potentially more terrifying counterattacks from the extraterrestrial demons.
Chen Fei is in the Xuan Yu Realm, with nowhere to escape. Their fates are intertwined, for they share both glory and ruin!
As for fighting Duan Tianying to the death, there would be danger. Chen Fei would indeed consider it carefully before obtaining the Eternal Calamity.
Before this, Chen Fei had never imagined that there were other ways to help someone break through the limits of the Immortal Realm and reach that kind of power.
However, Chen Fei has now cultivated the Eternal Calamity to the Great Perfection Realm, and it is Chen Fei who truly possesses the power of the early stage of the Sovereign Realm.
"Ancestor, this supreme treasure with fifteen levels of profound mystery can help me cultivate Eternal Immortality. Once I refine the Heavenly Stem Wood, I can advance further in Eternal Immortality!" Chen Fei said to Le Boyang.
(End of this chapter)