Chapter 1660: Blood-Stained Monk Robes

Wuxia Xianxia

The light from the exploding Sword Star expanded.

The surrounding primordial magnetic force, as if provoked, surged wildly.

Stained by the Nine Earth primordial magnetic force, the starlight appeared somewhat dim and heavy, less dazzling, but increasingly dangerous.

Mo Xingdao circled the periphery for a moment, looked in the direction where Su Zinan had disappeared, hesitated, and then chose to give up.

The Poison King forced his way in. Although his toxic cloud could resist the primordial magnetic force, it wasn't as effortless as Master Huaiyin, and he gradually fell behind.

Qin Sang, Master Huaiyin, and Su Zinan were in the first echelon, their three figures darting in three different directions, pushing deep into the starlight.

At this moment, Kun Dao had already left the central hidden star and appeared at the edge of the Nine Earth primordial magnetic force.

Earlier, the trajectory of the Sword Star and Star Pavilion's movement, even the timing of their collision with the Nine Earth primordial magnetic force and the subsequent explosion, had all been guided by her from behind the scenes. Everything appeared natural, designed not to arouse suspicion in her prey.

Her only concern was whether there were enough treasures in the Star Pavilion. Now, it seemed the effect was remarkably good; all three groups of cultivators were drawn by the treasures and entered the Nine Earth primordial magnetic force.

What followed would undoubtedly be a fierce struggle, and it remained to be seen if she could seize the opportunity.

Kun Dao's lips curved into a smile filled with killing intent, and her figure merged into the Nine Earth primordial magnetic divine light, vanishing instantly.

Qin Sang knew that others had entered earlier and were faster than him. Protected by his Vajra Fire Shield, he flapped his Phoenix Wings rapidly, charging through the chaotic primordial magnetic force.

With the Nine Earth primordial magnetic force superimposed on the aftershocks of the Sword Star's explosion, the area was incredibly chaotic, distorting sight and perception. For a moment, Qin Sang also lost his target.

However, in a short time, the fragments of the Star Pavilion should not drift away from the center of the starlight.

Qin Sang's escape speed was like lightning. With a calm expression, he pondered how to deal with the upcoming situation.

Just then, the Fire Jade Centipede in his sleeve once again sensed something, waking up with a start and twisting its body.

Qin Sang could feel the Fire Jade Centipede's excitement, and... its confusion.

A familiar scene unfolded again, this was the third time!

Over the years, as Qin Sang deepened his understanding of the Fire Jade Centipede, he could roughly summarize a pattern: what stimulated the Fire Jade Centipede's innate senses were mostly naturally formed treasures.

For example, spiritual medicines beneficial to spirit insects, such as Crimson Fire Glazed Gold and Myriad Spirit Fruit, or special fire-attribute spiritual materials, as well as mineral veins formed by fire-attribute ore.

And as the Fire Jade Centipede's cultivation improved, its discernment became increasingly selective. Now, if he were to take it to a Fire Elemental Stone mine, it definitely wouldn't even glance at it.

Therefore, anything that could trigger its innate senses would not be of low value.

However, if it was a very special acquired treasure with a unique aura, the Fire Jade Centipede would also be interested. The Fire Spirit炼製 by people in the Fire Phase Hall could also be classified in this category.

Since entering the Five Elements Restriction, the Fire Jade Centipede had sensed something three times, respectively in the outer restriction, the sword formation, and the Nine Earth primordial magnetic force.

If it were an ownerless natural treasure, how could it constantly flash and disappear in such a place?

Moreover, its reactions three times were astonishingly consistent: the object seemed to be moving at high speed, making it impossible for the Fire Jade Centipede to lock onto it, instead leaving itself disoriented.

"What exactly is it?"

Qin Sang was completely baffled, and his vigilance heightened a few more points.

He couldn't ponder for too long. In a flash, he had already surged deep into the starlight, where the primordial magnetic force far exceeded that outside.

Most of the Nine Earth primordial magnetic force outside was in a霧化 (atomized/misty) state, with only a small amount condensed into the Xuanhuang (yellowish-black) and ash-black Nine Earth primordial magnetic divine light. Here, however, the Nine Earth primordial magnetic divine light permeated everywhere.

The divine lights crisscrossed and collided, forming a colorful world, as brilliant as an aurora.

The Heavenly Eye Butterfly finally saw the Sword Star again.

More precisely, it saw fragments of the Sword Star.

The fragments of the Sword Star and Star Pavilion were absorbed by the primordial magnetic force and did not scatter but clustered together. However, due to the interwoven Nine Earth primordial magnetic divine light and chaotic magnetic forces, they were divided into clumps and scattered throughout the vast space.

And as the Nine Earth primordial magnetic divine light changed, these fragments also continuously shifted, either merging with each other or being torn apart by magnetic force, only to be captured by other clumps.

Qin Sang quickly scanned the area, locking onto one of the clumps of fragments.

His luck was good; the treasures that flew out of the Star Pavilion were not dispersed by the Sword Star's explosion. Most were still clustered together, including that piece of Xin Jin Source Crystal.

However, while seeing these treasures, Qin Sang also discovered an uninvited guest.

A monk, with a golden dragon coiling around him, exuded immense power, and was even a step faster than him!

"Master Huaiyin!"

Qin Sang's heart sank.

He had already noticed earlier that this monk possessed vigorous vitality and qi. It turned out that this person was indeed a rare body cultivator, and his attainments far surpassed his own. The golden dragon, formed from blood qi, caused the nearby magnetic light to distort as it coiled around his body.

He was resisting the primordial magnetic divine light purely with his own strength!

*Swoosh!*

Master Huaiyin took a step, and the golden dragon roared, seemingly treating the layers of magnetic light as nothing, instantly surging several hundred zhang forward.

Wherever he passed, the magnetic light twisted like sharp swords. Some were shattered by the golden dragon, while others pierced Master Huaiyin's body, only to find his skin shimmering with golden light, as if clad in golden armor.

The magnetic light touched his skin and was repelled, unable to impede Master Huaiyin in the slightest.

Seeing this, Qin Sang couldn't help but sigh with emotion; this monk was truly incredibly powerful!

Despite his admiration, Qin Sang could not allow Master Huaiyin to take the treasures. However, the Golden Sinking Sword could not be used in the magnetic light, and the Sun God Bird also needed careful consideration. He silently formed a hand seal, preparing to summon heavenly lightning and utter true words.

Just then, an unexpected scene unfolded.

The Sword Star's explosion had not actually stopped. Amidst the roar, a visible aftershock spread to the clump of fragments containing the treasures, causing a disturbance in the nearby magnetic light.

Just as Master Huaiyin was about to succeed, a thick beam of magnetic light suddenly shot over from a distance, and its immense primordial magnetic force instantly sucked away that clump of fragments.

Master Huaiyin's reaction could not be described as slow, but his movements were obstructed, causing him to miss the best timing to collect the treasures.

Above his head, a blood cloud had gathered at some unknown point.

The blood cloud had no foul stench and was extremely pure.

Inside the blood cloud, a jade disk floated, which was a talisman disk. The talisman disk rotated, facing Master Huaiyin directly. At its center, a powerful blood-red light burst forth, and peculiar talismanic imprints flashed continuously as several blood-colored chains shot out wildly.

*Whoosh whoosh whoosh!*

The blood-colored chains shot towards Master Huaiyin's limbs and neck, intending to bind him.

Master Huaiyin snorted, his voice like thunder. He suddenly straightened his back, the golden dragon looking ferocious, roaring skyward. His right arm muscles bulged, and he threw a heavy punch upwards.

*Boom!*

The blood-colored chains shattered section by section, the blood cloud rolled back, and the talisman disk trembled, almost shattering.

The power of one punch was terrifying!

"Master, please calm down. How about we..."

Su Zinan's figure flashed in the depths of the magnetic light, using a secret technique, his voice reverberating.

He was pleased to see the mighty cultivators fighting to the death, but he preferred to sow discord and act when the time was right, not wanting to put himself in danger. Furthermore, Master Huaiyin was a body cultivator, not his target.

Unexpectedly, in the middle of his sentence, Master Huaiyin's ears twitched slightly, and he suddenly turned his head, just in time to see a ball of black fire flying out of the magnetic light, heading straight for that clump of fragments.

It was Qin Sang who had charged out.

He had originally intended to personally stop Master Huaiyin, but since someone else was doing the work, he immediately changed his mind. As the magnetic light pulled that clump of fragments towards him, there was no reason not to take them.

However, when making his move, Qin Sang was extremely vigilant and had his own considerations.

He recognized that type of blood-dao talisman disk and instantly knew it was Su Zinan's work.

Judging by Su Zinan's tone, they seemed to have had some communication earlier. Qin Sang could not give Su Zinan and Master Huaiyin time to discuss profit distribution; otherwise, he would be at a disadvantage.

However, Qin Sang was most wary of the mysterious enemy in the shadows.

Master Huaiyin was about to succeed when the magnetic light suddenly changed direction, coincidentally pulling the clump of treasures towards him. This did not make Qin Sang feel lucky, but rather that it was too coincidental!

In a flash, without giving Qin Sang time to ponder, and unable to consider every detail, Qin Sang still made his move. If he could directly snatch the treasures, that would be best; otherwise, it would confirm his premonition.

"It's you?"

"How dare you!"

Su Zinan and Master Huaiyin's shouts rang out simultaneously.

Qin Sang was enveloped by the Vajra Fire Shield, so Su Zinan could not see Qin Sang's face, but he recognized the demonic fire.

Upon their reunion, Su Zinan did not hesitate. He drew talismanic imprints in the air, which flashed and merged into the talisman disk. The talisman disk trembled slightly and rotated, its center aligning with Qin Sang's escape path.

Above Qin Sang, a blood-red character for 'Death' appeared!

The talisman disk became ethereal, but the 'Death' character grew increasingly brilliant. An astonishing aura of death permeated the air, imprinting itself towards Qin Sang from above.

Facing Qin Sang, Su Zinan showed no mercy.

He had already revealed his intent to kill Qin Sang; their conflict was irreconcilable. Given the opportunity, he would strike to eliminate future troubles.

At the same time, he did not forget to shout, "Master, why aren't you acting? Take this man down!"

Master Huaiyin and Su Zinan had no prior interaction, but he had learned of Su Zinan's deeds from the Poison King and had little goodwill towards him, so he would not listen to his nonsense.

However, without Su Zinan's incitement, how could Master Huaiyin allow the Xin Jin Source Crystal to fall into another's hands? He stomped his foot heavily, his entire being like a small mountain, causing the void to tremble. As he charged, he clenched his fists and threw a flat punch aimed at Qin Sang.

The wind from the punch stirred, and the golden dragon roared wildly.

Blood qi infused his fists, the blood qi plunging between his hands and completely merging into the punch imprint.

The next moment, a golden dragon condensed from fist-intent left his body. The world-shattering punch seemed capable of destroying everything. Even through the Vajra Fire Shield, Qin Sang could feel the astonishingly violent power, secretly alarmed.

A 'Death' imprint above his head, a dragon fist in front of him.

Even under the protection of the Vajra Fire Shield, Qin Sang's mind couldn't help but tense.

Little did he know, Su Zinan and Master Huaiyin's thoughts were also restless, surprised by the power of the Vajra Fire Shield.

Although the 'Death' imprint and the dragon fist had not yet hit Qin Sang, their shockwaves had arrived. Under the combined impact, the Vajra Fire Shield only slightly deformed, and one must remember that there was also omnipresent magnetic light around them.

With such a treasure protecting him, no wonder this person dared to put himself in harm's way.

Su Zinan's eyes were gloomy. While Qin Sang's demonic fire and Sun Divine Fire were powerful offensive divine abilities, being too rigid made them easily broken. Su Zinan believed that if he planned carefully, he would have a chance to succeed.

Now, he realized that the demonic fire could even transform into a defensive divine ability, combining offense and defense, with endless wondrous uses, making it very comprehensive and significantly increasing the difficulty of dealing with Qin Sang.

Su Zinan somewhat regretted choosing Qin Sang as the candidate for his demonic banner, but unfortunately, he had already offended him completely.

His eyes flickered, wondering what he was contemplating.

Master Huaiyin's thoughts, however, were pure.

In an instant, Qin Sang became the target of two mighty cultivators, locked by two incredibly powerful attacks.

However, what caused Qin Sang to suddenly become vigilant was not these attacks, but the simultaneous intense reaction of the Fire Jade Centipede; the mysterious expert in the shadows was also approaching him!

"Is this person long-scheming, or just happening to be here, or..."

Qin Sang's mind flashed quickly, and he immediately made a decision.

The clump of fragments was right ahead, yet Qin Sang suddenly stopped, his figure abruptly halting, then he quickly retreated.

His advance and retreat were exceptionally decisive.

Seeing Qin Sang so easily forced back, Su Zinan and Master Huaiyin were both stunned.

Also stunned was Kun Dao in the shadows. Merged with a magnetic light, she saw Qin Sang retreat and cursed him for being a coward. She had almost attacked just now.

Since Qin Sang retreated, Kun Dao had no choice but to change her target, once again setting her sights on Master Huaiyin.

At this moment, Master Huaiyin didn't care about Qin Sang's considerations. His figure was like lightning, and with good luck, the clump of fragments was once again drawn and redirected by the magnetic light, flying towards him.

With Qin Sang's retreat, the path opened up. Master Huaiyin did not pursue Qin Sang relentlessly; the golden dragon fist-intent brushed past him.

Looking again, Master Huaiyin was already very close to that clump of fragments.

With a slight change in expression, Qin Sang quickly formed a mental incantation.

A clap of thunder.

The magnetic light, interwoven with Xuanhuang and ash-black, set a dim tone. A flash of lightning dispelled the gloom as the Thunder Manifestation Art was activated.

Although this technique was less powerful than the sword formation and demonic fire, it was not weak. Master Huaiyin, resisting purely with his physical body, would surely be somewhat wary. However, Qin Sang felt it was not strong enough, so while casting the Thunder Manifestation Art, his primordial spirit activated the Thousand Knot Divine Net, and the Soul Seizing True Words also launched an attack.

"Humph! Ha!"

Two soul-seizing true sounds, along with the thunder, echoed in Master Huaiyin's mind.

On the other side, Su Zinan knew Qin Sang was troublesome, so he dismissed distracting thoughts and refocused on the treasures. Unwilling to let Master Huaiyin take them, he also launched an attack on him.

His mastery of the blood dao had reached an incredible level.

Merging with the two demonic shadows not only helped him resist the magnetic light but also benefited his divine abilities, greatly increasing his control. With a slight thought, the 'Death' imprint that was about to miss was forcibly pulled back, its direction abruptly changed, aiming at Master Huaiyin.

For a moment, offense and defense shifted, and Master Huaiyin became the target of focused fire.

Facing the encirclement, Master Huaiyin remained calm and composed. He extended a palm like a cattail fan, and a golden vortex formed from blood qi in his palm, its suction locking onto the clump of fragments.

At the same time, the blood-qi golden dragon reappeared on his body. Within the dense golden light, faint Buddhist chants accompanied the dragon's roar.

A Buddhist light converged behind Master Huaiyin's head, manifesting a phantom of an Arhat.

The Arhat's appearance was identical to Master Huaiyin's. As the phantom appeared, the golden dragon plunged into it, merging into one. A substantive Buddhist light completely enveloped Master Huaiyin.

Master Huaiyin transformed into a golden Arhat, making the 'Death' imprint and heavenly lightning appear inferior.

The next moment, a sudden change occurred!

The vast magnetic light shifted, and endless magnetic light, drawn by some power, surged frantically towards Master Huaiyin.

In an instant, all the magnetic light gathered into a thick beam of light, and astonishing primordial magnetic force enveloped Master Huaiyin's entire body. The golden Arhat phantom shook wildly, and as the heavenly lightning and 'Death' imprint poured down, it was immediately torn with countless cracks.

A thunderous roar erupted from within the magnetic light.

Within the magnetic light.

Master Huaiyin was like a wrathful Vajra, and a slender, delicate hand pierced his chest from behind, staining his monk's robe with blood.