Chapter 687: The Power of Purification

An, Ma, Ni, Ba, Mou, Hong!

Soon, these complex and profound sutras echoed between heaven and earth, their voices deep and resonant, ancient and powerful, all emanating from Ye Chen and his Dao Shen.

At that moment, the four of them were seated cross-legged, hands pressed together in prayer, each with a dignified and serene expression, their bodies radiating beams of Buddhist light, as if they were not four individuals, but four Buddhas.

Wa!

As soon as the Buddhist chants began, spectators from all sides clutched their heads, mostly those with weaker cultivation. The Buddhist sounds from Ye Chen and his Dao Shen seemed infused with supreme demonic power, impossible to resist, leaving many in a dazed state.

Retreat!

Quickly, the spectators from all directions backed away, their expressions filled with horror as they gazed at Ye Chen. Such powerful Buddhist sounds.

What on earth is that divine ability? Many showed signs of fear, for those sounds were terrifying, brimming with endless demonic power. Once drawn in, one would surely be purified.

The Buddhist secret technique for subduing demons. Many senior cultivators narrowed their eyes, their gazes filled with both admiration and wariness.

Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou. Inside Yin Zhi Ping’s body, Tai Xu Gu Long’s face also changed slightly.

Indeed, he recognized the divine ability Ye Chen was using and knew full well its dominance. In the fragmented memories he inherited, there were some scenes related to the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou.

Coincidentally, while he had some vague memories of the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou, he did not know how to use this Buddhist divine ability.

What on earth is this kid's background? Sacred Body bloodline, Six Paths Immortal Wheel Eye, demonic path, Shen Shang, Da Ri Ru Lai... Tai Xu Gu Long’s eyes were filled with shock. Even with his composure, he couldn't help but marvel at Ye Chen's techniques.

Ah!

Amid the cries of alarm, Yin Zhi Ping's agonized howls rang out from the virtual sky above.

Looking closely, his body was bound by rune chains, surrounded by tiny golden characters no larger than fingernails, arranged in rhythmic patterns layer upon layer, encircling him at the center.

Vaguely, one could see that his demonic power and demonic aura were being rapidly eroded.

Beyond that, the Tai Xu Gu Long soul within him, his essence, true energy, spiritual power, malicious thoughts, and evil intentions were all being purified. The Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou was an all-out assault, impossible to guard against.

Ah!

Yin Zhi Ping’s howls grew even more piercing, his eyes blood-red, his face twisted in agony as he frantically charged against his restraints, but to no avail. Each attempt was repelled by the powerful Buddhist sounds and golden Buddhist characters.

Pu!

As Yin Zhi Ping rammed against the restraints, Ye Chen continued to cough up blood.

He was also suffering backlash, which came from the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou. This supreme Buddhist divine ability was meant for purifying demons, and now he bore demonic blood and was in a demonic state. Even as the one casting it, he was not spared under the Buddhist light's illumination.

At that moment, the demonic aura throughout his body was being eroded wherever the Buddhist light touched, though at a much slower rate than for Yin Zhi Ping.

Tsk, tsk, tsk!

In front of a water screen at the Tian Xuan Men grand hall, watching this scene prompted more tuts of amazement. Daring to use the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou while in a demonic state—this kid is the first in history.

So, he'll eventually reap what he sows. Beside him, Dong Huang Tai Xin smiled leisurely.

Nima, get out of the demonic state, you fool. As the two discussed, the scolding voice of Tai Xu Gu Long from the depths of Zheng Yang Zong echoed in Ye Chen’s mind. Are you trying to get yourself killed? You're in a demonic state too, so you'll suffer the backlash of the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou.

I have no choice. Blood surged from Ye Chen's mouth, yet he continued reciting the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou. If I exit the demonic state, my combat power will drop significantly. Then, I won't be able to contain Yin Zhi Ping. I have to outlast him, purify his demonic power to return him to his original state, or I can't kill him.

You're using a strategy that kills a thousand enemies at the cost of eight hundred to yourself.

I have no other option. Ye Chen’s face twisted slightly in ferocity. Even if it means purifying the demonic blood in my body, I have to eliminate his demonic power. That power is terrifyingly strong.

I really regret passing the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou to you. Tai Xu Gu Long rubbed his brow forcefully. I can tell you responsibly, even if you win this battle, you'll pay a heavy price, because you've caught the eye of Da Ri Ru Lai.

What do you mean?

Fight first! Don't get distracted. Tai Xu Gu Long sighed. Once you're done, I'll explain in detail.

Ah!

As the two conversed, Yin Zhi Ping's shrill howls once again echoed from the virtual sky above the Ancient Primal Plains.

By now, more than a quarter of the demonic aura around him had been purified, and the shimmering demonic light was rapidly dimming. Even his mind was being invaded by a powerful and mysterious force.

Most crucially, the suppression from the Buddhist sounds prevented him from gathering strength to break free of Ye Chen's restraints.

How to break free? How to break free?

Yin Zhi Ping roared inwardly, hoping the Tai Xu Gu Long within him could point out a way to counter it.

Hold on. Tai Xu Gu Long took a deep breath, not forgetting to glance at Ye Chen and his three Dao Shen.

At that moment, even he felt helpless.

He had considered having Yin Zhi Ping seal his own demonic power, which would lessen the suppression of the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou on him.

But if he did that, Yin Zhi Ping would effectively exit the demonic state, and his combat power would plummet, allowing Ye Chen to completely overpower him. Breaking the restraints would then be nearly impossible.

So, he could only tell Yin Zhi Ping to hold on until Ye Chen was first purified by the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou, at which point Ye Chen's power would suddenly drop, giving Yin Zhi Ping a slim chance of survival.

Then let's fight! Yin Zhi Ping roared ferociously, his face twisted like a true demon. I'll see whether you purify my demonic heart first, or your own demonic blood.

With that, he immediately burned his demonic power to counter the Da Ri Ru Lai Jing Shi Zhou.

Pu!

Yin Zhi Ping’s resistance caused Ye Chen to suddenly spit out a mouthful of fresh blood, suffering even stronger backlash.

I can't win this... I can't win this. As he watched the demonic aura on himself continue to be purified, Ye Chen coughed up more blood.

He knew his own condition best. The demonic blood in his body was only about the size of a baby's fist, while Yin Zhi Ping had a full demonic heart filled with concentrated demonic power, incredibly potent. If they kept this up, he admitted he couldn't outlast Yin Zhi Ping. Once he exited the demonic state, he would be no match for him.

This turn of events was something he hadn't anticipated. He had calculated every possible scenario but hadn't accounted for Yin Zhi Ping possessing a demonic heart. That variable had pushed even him, who was confident in being unbeatable among peers, to his limits.

Thinking of this, Ye Chen suddenly looked up, his Immortal Wheel Eye locking onto Yin Zhi Ping as the Immortal Wheel mark in his pupil rotated.

Immortal Wheel Heavenly Dao, activate!