Chapter 1359: The Back of the Loser

The Bimon Evil Beast roared furiously, intent on fighting Xu Yang to the bitter end, even if it meant mutual destruction. However, it found itself utterly powerless, like a mere statue before Xu Yang, able only to endure the assault. Powerless, the Bimon Evil Beast could only watch with seething hatred as Xu Yang extracted the very source of its power from its body and did as he pleased.

"The dignity of the Lost Ones cannot be trampled upon. By daring to strike me, you challenge the entire Beast King clan, and a ruinous fate awaits you."

Xu Yang, seemingly fed up with the creature's arrogant boasts, stomped down, crushing the last breath from its body. Immediately, Xu Yang touched his glabella, releasing two golden beams from his eyes. He scanned the beast's body from head to toe, telepathically examining every detail of its anatomy. This ability was impossible to use when the opponent had ample life force, but now the creature was merely a corpse.

With no intrinsic power to obstruct Xu Yang's perceptive gaze, he quickly gained a comprehensive understanding of the Bimon Evil Beast's physiological structure. "Indeed, they are far more robust than humans," he noted, "as they possess fewer vital organs. Their life force is sustained entirely through a unified flow of energy." Under these conditions, a peculiar structure within the brain particularly caught Xu Yang's attention.

"Just as I thought," he mused, "his life force has dried up, but the mental energy point he established with that girl remains. This indicates that once such a point is formed, it exists relatively independently and is not further governed by life force or soul energy." Xu Yang realized that this energy point was akin to a source of power projected from within one's own body. However, unlike a typical energy burst, this power would not dissipate or explode; instead, it would maintain a permanent, stable equilibrium.

This realization profoundly inspired Xu Yang, giving him a sudden idea: what if he could establish a similar node within his mind, one that would permanently resonate with the nine Qi vortexes already within his body? In this scenario, the activation of the nine Qi vortexes would trigger the soul node through their resonance. This, in turn, would create a tenth Qi vortex outside his body. By connecting the power of all ten Qi vortexes through this single resonance point, both internally and externally, he could achieve the simultaneous operation of all ten.

This was, of course, merely a nascent concept for Xu Yang, not yet put into action. He was uncertain if it could indeed produce such a powerful resonance and effect. The primary challenge lay in mobilizing and condensing this primal power, which originates from the cellular potential within a cultivator's body and represents the purest internal essence. Maintaining such power in a stable equilibrium outside the body was exceptionally difficult; even someone as powerful as Xu Yang wasn't confident he could succeed. Nevertheless, he was resolved to attempt it.

"Hahaha, I knew the boss could do it!" the White Tiger youth exclaimed, proudly patting his chest, as if he himself had defeated the immensely powerful Bimon Evil Beast. "Eliminating this guy is merely child's play for the boss; the only question is how he'll dispose of this trash." The others paid him no mind. Everyone had grown accustomed to sharing in Xu Yang's triumphs and glory. Xu Yang himself didn't linger, moving directly into the void above, intending to seize the light point. To his surprise, just as he was about to destroy it, the female envoy, previously in a deep slumber, abruptly opened her eyes.

A crimson glow, like blood, emanated from her, and the sheer intensity of her murderous aura astonished Xu Yang. He had never before sensed such a potent killing intent from the masked female envoy, let alone one directed at him. "What's wrong with you?" Xu Yang demanded. "Have you truly awakened, or are you being controlled by that creature? If you can still control your body, give me a sign, and I will help you break free from the constraints of this light point."

The female envoy merely offered a cold smile, providing no response. Her palms suddenly came together, and a crimson blade of light materialized, cleaving the air. Its power far surpassed that of the Bimon's previous attacks. This time, even Xu Yang could not afford to be nonchalant; he swiftly dodged aside, having felt the immense power of her murderous aura. "What are you doing?!" he exclaimed.

"Hahaha, let me answer you, young man. Only I possess the true answer," a voice boomed. Just then, the Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor appeared out of thin air, accompanied by the Xuanwu True Body. Simultaneously, the phantom light of the Xuanwu clone disintegrated, transforming into scattered motes of light that merged into the Xuanwu True Body. The Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor stood regally in the void, exuding a monarch's aura. With his true form revealed, the female envoy retracted her murderous intent and returned to his side.

"Thank you for all you have done for me, Xu Yang," the Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor stated. "The essence of the inheritance power from all Ten Kings has now been gathered within your body. Your mission is complete."

Before Xu Yang could speak, Little Flower, who was by his side, instantly shot into the air and returned to him, glaring defiantly at the Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor. "Your Majesty," she challenged, "are you implying that you intend to remove our team from the Extreme North Barbarian Battlefield?"

The Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor quickly spread his hands. "Don't speak so harshly. You all came here to fulfill my mission, did you not? Now that I've informed you the mission is complete, shouldn't you be pleased? I have already honored all the requests you made earlier. What more could you possibly desire?"

Xu Yang offered a slight smile. "I certainly accept His Majesty's decree; the mission is indeed complete. However, what we intend to do next has no bearing on Your Majesty. While the true nature of the Beast King clan must indeed be unveiled, this involves a far more powerful force behind them: the specific whereabouts of the divine cloud that created your Yingzhou Continent, whose location has been forgotten. Furthermore, the precise locations of the other two ancient jades remain unknown. I cannot depart from this place just yet."

As Xu Yang spoke, the Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor, seemingly prepared, subtly waved his hand. A quarter of an ancient jade fragment materialized and floated towards Xu Yang. This was, of course, not the physical fragment itself, but an aura imprint for Xu Yang to verify its authenticity. Xu Yang immediately recognized it as a genuine ancient jade fragment, confirming his suspicion that it was indeed held by the Heavenly Emperor of Xuanyuan Imperial City.

"This is one of the fragments, and the only one our dynasty possesses," the Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor declared. "I offer it in exchange for the complete essence of the Beast King's power inheritance within your body. I believe no one present will object to this transaction."

Xu Yang had to admit that the proposed transaction was incredibly advantageous for him. However, he also understood that if he were to hand over the complete essence of the Ten Kings' power inheritance to the Cloud Dragon Heavenly Emperor, the entire Yingzhou Continent would likely plunge into a new catastrophe. If the Emperor were to unlock the Seal of the Sacred Beast's Heart, all the Lost Ones, comprising the Beast King clan, would fall under his control. With these two formidable powers combined, he would possess the strength to challenge Yun Wangji. This would completely derail Xu Yang's original plans, and the Yingzhou Continent would be thrown into chaos because of his actions.