novelraw Chapter 230 : The Relationship Between Friends May Not Be Solid, But the Enemy of My Enemy Is Certainly as Close as Gold!
Chapter 230 : The Relationship Between Friends May Not Be Solid, But the Enemy of My Enemy Is Certainly as Close as Gold!
Divine Transformation Pills are extremely special, targeting only cultivators at Nascent Soul late stage and Nascent Soul peak. Taking this pill can increase the success rate of breaking through to Divine Transformation!
After the Golden Core stage, cultivators need to undergo tribulation lightning for each major realm breakthrough.
The higher one goes, the more terrifying the tribulation lightning becomes, and the lower the success rate of passing through it.
Chu Sang's tribulation lightning was even more terrifying than that of ordinary cultivators......
Her current strength was sufficient to support her attempt to break through to Divine Transformation, but a major reason she had suppressed it and not broken through for so long was that this tribulation lightning was simply too inhuman. It always targeted her life every time.
Chu Sang was a very cautious person. Without sufficient certainty, she would never rashly break through.
Even if she brought out all her magical treasures and used every method at her disposal, the success rate of breaking through the Divine Transformation tribulation lightning would still be very low, perhaps even negligibly small. But with the assistance of a Divine Transformation Pill, there might be a 10-20% hope.
This Divine Transformation Pill was extremely useful for her now!
Chu Sang stepped forward and took a Xuanyang Jade Flower, but a sudden attack came. She dodged quickly, the attack barely grazing her cheek, cutting off a strand of hair and leaving an obvious blade mark on her skin.
"Tsk." Chu Sang wiped away the blood on her face while throwing out a talisman to block the next sudden attack. Her figure flashed away rapidly as a large light-attribute beast demon stepped out on the opposite side.
They had no intention of prolonging the battle. After taking a medicinal herb, they fled. After running a few steps, they encountered another large group of beast demons.
A huge figure walked out from the center of the beast horde.
Feeling the terrifying pressure slowly approaching like a tide, everyone tensed up, cold sweat breaking out on their backs as they stared in that direction.
They saw hundreds of beast demons slowly retreating to the sides, parting like the Red Sea, as a tall, slender figure walked out from among them. Its body was translucent crimson gold, emitting a faint glow, like the blazing sun descending to the world, incredibly dazzling!
Its lower body was beast-like, similar to a horse, while its upper body resembled an adult woman. Silver-gold long hair floated behind it, supporting a sun-like light disk that slowly hovered. Its entire body was entwined with mysterious and powerful aura, involuntarily inspiring awe in people.
"......It's the beast king of the Myriad Control Light Domain." Shang Ziling gripped her long sword tightly, her whole body tense as she said in a low voice.
They hadn't expected to encounter the local beast king so quickly.
The beast king hadn't left?
Were they about to face a deadly battle!
Everyone's nerves immediately tensed up, on high alert.
The Light Beast King swept an indifferent gaze over them. Clearly, human cultivators were nothing more than insignificant ants in its eyes, hardly able to stir its emotions.
It took a few slow steps forward. With each step, the fear in everyone's hearts grew.
In the brief few seconds of silent standoff, during the seemingly endless confrontation, another huge black shadow suddenly descended, blotting out the sky. Its powerful demonic pressure was no less than that of the Light Beast King, making everyone lament even more. Could it be that the beast king had an assistant?!!
Facing one beast king was already like an ant trying to stop a chariot, beyond their capabilities and with only one chance in ten thousand of survival. If two great beast kings joined forces against them, they wouldn't even have the power to fight back and would have to go meet their ancestors......
"Little Junior Sister, are you all alright!"
Huh?
The huge black dragon landed and transformed into human form. The newcomer was naturally Mu Changqing. He stood together with the Light Beast King and said to it, "These are the cultivators from the cultivation world I just told you about. We can cooperate with you."
"So it's you who trespassed into the Myriad Control Light Domain." The Light Beast King's originally indifferent and proud attitude took a big turn. It lowered its head to look at them, its tone becoming almost gentle and apologetic, "Please forgive the rudeness of me and my people. Over these past few months, too many dark beasts have invaded our territory. I had no choice but to strengthen our defenses and be wary of all outsiders."
Seeing the medicinal herb in Chu Sang's hand, it spoke gently again, "If our friends from afar are interested in these few Xuanyang Jade Flowers, please feel free to take them as my inadequate apology gift."
Mu Changqing gave her a look, nodding to indicate that what the Light Beast King said was true and she could take them freely. Since that was the case, Chu Sang didn't stand on ceremony. She took the few Xuanyang Jade Flowers from the medicinal field.
Of course, she understood the principle of not taking without giving in return. She also took out a bottle of precious spiritual liquid as an exchange. The Light Beast King's gaze towards her gained a hint of difference. This difference wasn't the superficial respect towards human cultivators due to Mu Changqing's presence, but genuine friendliness.
As for the cooperation between the two sides, Mu Changqing had already discussed it thoroughly with the Light Beast King. The beast king agreed to their proposed conditions and promised to cooperate with them in opposing the Demon Emperor.
It seemed sincere and unlikely to betray them halfway.
Chu Sang pulled Mu Changqing back and asked in a low voice, "Third Senior Brother, are you sure we can trust it?"
Mu Changqing crossed his arms, saying lazily, "Over these past few days, I've figured out the complex relationships between the various beast kings, as well as their past grudges and romances...... The Light Beast King has a feud with the Dark Beast King, and the Dark Beast King submits to the Demon Emperor, so the Light Beast King's relationship with the Demon Emperor has always been poor."
"The hatred between the Light Beast King and the Dark Beast King is an inherited feud passed down through generations, difficult to resolve. The current two great beast kings are even more irreconcilable mortal enemies, constantly fighting to devour each other's territories...... For thousands of years, the two sides have been in a state of balance, but recently the Dark Beast King obtained some unknown divine object as assistance. Its power has been growing increasingly strong. In recent months, the territory of the Myriad Control Light Domain has been constantly invaded and occupied by dark beasts. The Light Beast King has been troubled by this for a long time but has been powerless to resist."
"So when I proposed cooperation immediately, the Light Beast King quickly agreed. It wants us to help investigate the reason for the Dark City's sudden increase in strength and prevent the Dark Beast King from invading the Myriad Control Light Domain."
I see.
"Don't worry."
Mu Changqing patted her head, raising an eyebrow and saying decisively, "Haven't you heard the saying? The relationship between friends may not be solid, but the enemy of my enemy is certainly as close as gold."
That makes so much sense.
Chu Sang felt much more at ease.
The others also learned the purpose of this negotiation. They would help the Light Beast King stop the Dark Beast King. After the mission succeeded, the Light Beast King would stand on their side, doing its utmost to help resist the Demon Emperor and protect the cultivation world.
This deal was sealed with a heavenly oath, so there was no need to worry about betrayal halfway.
"Your weapon is very special. May I take a look?" As everyone was about to leave, the Light Beast King noticed the Mystic Spirit Sword in Chu Sang's hand and asked.
Chu Sang was slightly confused but handed over the Mystic Spirit Sword as requested.
Could it be that this rare light-attribute spiritual energy had attracted the Light Beast King's attention? Was her little Mystic Spirit Sword really so impressive?
The Light Beast King stroked the smooth, flowing sword body, looking increasingly surprised, "This light-attribute spiritual tool is truly extraordinary...... Although it looks like an ordinary spiritual tool, the material used to forge this sword is very special, quite possibly from the upper realm. Lower realm powers would find it difficult to destroy."
"Although it doesn't have much attacking power after being damaged, this material is difficult to destroy by anything in the lower realm. It's quite sturdy and would be a good life-saving aid for you."
The Mystic Spirit Sword hasn't been truly repaired?
Chu Sang's pupils dilated slightly.
The Light Beast King saw her confusion and continued to explain with a smile, "To truly repair it, one would have to go to the upper realm. There are the original materials used to forge its sword embryo. Only then would it be possible to truly repair it and bring out its true power from when it was first forged."
Could it be that the Mystic Spirit Sword was actually a spiritual sword from the upper realm? No, if it had really fallen from the upper realm, its grade would be at least that of a divine artifact.
But when she picked it up, it had almost become a piece of scrap metal. Later, after Fifth Senior Brother's repairs, it was reforged into a usable spiritual tool.
How long had it been through? To wear down a dignified divine artifact to such a state!
"I understand. Thank you for telling me, Beast King!" Chu Sang cupped her hands in gratitude.
"Such a rare light-attribute spiritual sword, I'm also unwilling to see it remain obscure. My power cannot truly repair it, but I can help it advance one grade from its current level. I hope this can be of some assistance to you, young friend."
A faint golden light condensed in the Light Beast King's palm, merging into the Mystic Spirit Sword. Then, ten thousand rays of dazzling light appeared on the sword's body. The surrounding disciples couldn't help but step back, shielding their eyes with their arms. Even Chu Sang had to squint slightly.
Fortunately, the light disappeared in an instant.
The Mystic Spirit Sword's body became even more dazzling and eye-catching. The patterns on the sword body also became more flowing with light, making it difficult for people to look at directly. Anyone normal could see that this sword's quality had not only risen by one grade! But by two major grades!
Previously, the Mystic Spirit Sword's quality was equivalent to a high-grade spiritual sword. Now it could be considered a quasi-divine sword. Even compared to top-quality ancient divine swords and ancient evil swords like Karma Burns the Three Realms and Primordial Soul-Chaser, it wasn't far behind!
Excitement and joy danced in Chu Sang's eyes. She gripped the sword and slashed through the air. The smooth sword energy in her palm almost made her forget herself. "Boom!" That sword strike directly cut through a patch of rocks over a hundred meters away!
Its attacking power had become much stronger!
It still couldn't compare to innately fierce swords like the Primordial Soul-Chaser, but it was much stronger than before.
Although it was a light-attribute spiritual tool, the previous Mystic Spirit Sword had only inherited the aura of faint, formless, mysterious light encompassing all things, lacking a bit of sharpness. Now, the Mystic Spirit Sword had gained a touch of the dazzling and attacking power of strong light, combining both offense and defense. On the battlefield, it would definitely be considered a handy good weapon!
"Seventh Senior Brother, come, let's spar a bit." Chu Sang raised her chin.
The called-upon Tantai Ming felt his skin tighten. Years of experience sparring with Little Junior Sister told him that whenever he fought with her, the one getting beaten up in the end would definitely be him!!!
However, fighting with Little Junior Sister was truly exhilarating!
In the sect, before Little Junior Sister came, Tantai Ming was the youngest. Senior brothers and sisters around his age mostly cultivated other paths, like pill refinement or support roles. The Senior Brother and Senior Sister who were also sword cultivators had cultivation levels far above his, and he didn't have the courage to ask them to spar.
On the other hand, Little Junior Sister was only half a year younger than him, and their sword cultivation levels were also evenly matched, not differing too much. When they fought, there was no need to deliberately hold back or one-sidedly bully the weak. Wasn't that exhilarating?!
"Here I come, you'd better be careful!"
Tantai Ming was also quite enthusiastic when fighting. The sword in his palm immediately flipped, and his figure leaped into the air, charging in front of her. He swung a heavy sword strike towards Chu Sang's left shoulder, not holding back at all!
Chu Sang had sparred with Tantai Ming for so many years that she knew his every move, even faster than him. Her figure soared as she kicked, striking his elbow. Tantai Ming's palm loosened, but his other hand changed from palm to fist, hitting Chu Sang's chest.
Chu Sang also took a hit, hurriedly dodging to the side. At the same time, she gathered a stream of spiritual energy in her palm, slamming it fiercely towards his back. However, Tantai Ming had also anticipated this, spinning to meet her palm with his own—
"Bang!"
The two surging spiritual energies collided.
Both retreated several meters.
Yet they simultaneously raised their swords again.
After hundreds of exchanges, the two were still unable to determine a winner in a short time. The other disciples watching on the side were thoroughly enjoying the spectacle!
It had been a long time since they had seen such an excellent sword cultivator duel.
"Little Junior Sister, be careful now. I'm going to use my ultimate move!" The young man shouted quite dramatically. The tip of his sword slashed upwards, seemingly tearing a huge rift in the void before him.
Then this rift split into thousands.
Crimson sword intent appeared from the openings, dozens of times more piercing than the sword intent he had used before. A blood-red spiritual shadow also appeared on Tantai Ming's Weeping Blood Sword. With a wave of his palm, thousands of sharp sword energies attacked! The momentum was terrifying!
Tantai Ming was very proud. This was the super killer move he had just recently learned, with extremely powerful might!
After being one-sidedly beaten by Little Junior Sister for several years, he could finally turn defeat into victory once!
In the next second, however, he saw the red-robed young woman's long sword in her hand transform, changing into a snow-white long umbrella. Golden divine patterns appeared on the umbrella, its surface expanding hundreds of times, like a wall. Not only did it easily block the thousands of sword intent attacks, but it also instantly reflected the attacks back!
Damn!
Tantai Ming's little face paled in fright. He cried out in distress, hurriedly using all his strength to forcibly recall his ultimate move.
Chu Sang took advantage of this moment to activate her technique. Her figure flashed like a ghost to his back. One hand hooked around his neck, and she flipped, slamming him hard to the ground.
Tantai Ming let out a miserable cry. His bones nearly shattered. On the verge of tears, he complained, "Wuwuwu, Little Junior Sister, you're getting more and more violent!"
Chu Sang reached out to pull him up, gently casting a cleaning spell on him, "I didn't kick you down with one foot, then put a knife to your throat, and take the opportunity to humiliate you thoroughly. I'm already being very gentle, okay?"
"Alright, you two stop joking around. Let's discuss this mission. Don't you find it strange?" Mu Chihuai stroked his chin and said, "Did you notice what the Light Beast King said?"
"What did it say?"
Tantai Ming's head whipped around, excitedly asking. He didn't look at all like someone who had just been badly beaten. His ability to take a beating was remarkably strong, no wonder Chu Sang always liked to single him out for beatings.