Chapter 460, The Shocked Lu Xiaoguan

Translator: Silavin

 

“That’s all?” said Qin Yichen, standing there with a calm expression. It seemed that the previous attack was merely a tickle to him, causing no damage whatsoever.

 

*Siiii…* The crowd from the Northern Depths Sect drew in a sharp breath. They suddenly remembered that the young man before them was no ordinary person, nor was he a soft persimmon they could squeeze at will.

 

From the current situation, he was at least at the Mid Stage Martial King Realm!

 

He was such a young Martial King!

 

The more they observed him, the more shocked they became.

 

Especially those Elders. They had only reached this cultivation level in their twilight years, which compared to the young man before them, was like the difference between Heaven and Earth!

 

“He cannot be allowed to live! Otherwise, he will become a great threat to our Sect!”

 

The three Elders exchanged glances, their eyes revealing cold killing intent. Then they nodded slightly and charged forward simultaneously.

 

They had a common target, which was… Qin Yichen.

 

With no way to retreat, Qin Yichen stood unwaveringly. With a thought, his Taotie Beast Soul was activated, and an awe-inspiring aura spread from his body.

 

Perhaps those Northern Depths Sect Elders charging towards him had not sensed it, but Gongshu Zhiyi and Lu Xiaoguan standing beside him keenly felt it.

 

“He…” Lu Xiaoguan starred in a daze. Although the Qin Yichen before him was still Qin Yichen, Lu Xiaoguan felt that the person standing before him was no longer Human, but rather a peerless Demonic Beast that devoured Humans as it pleased.

 

“A Martial Soul Martial Artist? A Heavenly Martial Artist?” Lu Xiaoguan seemed to have realised something, and immediately, his eyes revealed a deep shock.

 

As a member of the Lu Ban Sect, his knowledge was naturally incomparable to ordinary people. In this region, perhaps nobody knew about the existence of Heavenly Martial Artists. Even in ancient records, Heavenly Martial Artists were merely legendary beings. They were too distant an existence for people, who would forget about them with time.

 

But Lu Xiaoguan was different.

 

He was well aware of Qin Yichen’s powerful Spiritual Energy, and now, with Qin Yichen displaying a Martial Soul. In short, his secrets had been laid bare.

 

[He is a Heavenly Martial Artist!]

 

“You…” Lu Ban’s Descendants were extremely proud. In their eyes, ordinary Martial Artists, Attribute Martial Artists, and even Alchemy Masters were beneath their notice.

 

But Heavenly Martial Artists were an exception. Even during the peak period of the Lu Ban Sect, those proud Crafting Masters had to take them seriously!

 

The strength of a Heavenly Martial Artist was undeniable!

 

“How arrogant!” Looking at Qin Yichen’s calm demeanour, the Elder who had struck first was filled with rage. With a backward grip, a crimson longsword appeared in his hand.

 

On the sword’s blade, there were vague, mysterious patterns that appeared like flowing blood. As this long sword emerged, a chilling aura suddenly spread.

 

“The Blood Crimson Sword!”

 

Seeing that sword, the ten Northern Depths Sect disciples’ eyes were filled with fiery desire. Such a weapon, even in the Northern Depths Sect with its rich foundation, was only available to the Elders.

 

“It seems Elder Yun is getting serious!”

 

This Elder holding the Blood Crimson Sword was famous for his bizarre yet vicious Sword Techniques. Over the years, countless Martial Kings had perished at his hands.

 

Among them was even someone who had just broken through to the Peak Stage Martial King Realm!

 

As the leading Elder in the operation to capture Qin Yichen, his prestige within the Northern Depths Sect was absolutely not low!

 

It was precisely because of this that even though Qin Yichen had blocked his probing attack without a scratch, those Northern Depths Sect disciples still did not believe he could withstand Elder Yun.

 

After all, Elder Yun was not Qiu Jizhuo!

 

Qin Yichen paid no attention to those doubtful gazes. Despite the fierce energy surging around Elder Yun above him, his expression remained calm, showing no sign of panic.

 

“Brother Yichen, be careful!” Under the pressure of that terrifying energy, Gongshu Zhiyi, standing behind Lu Xiaoguan, could not help but call out.

 

Qin Yichen nodded slightly and gave Lu Xiaoguan a meaningful look, asking him to protect Gongshu Zhiyi to avoid being affected by the aftermath of the battle.

 

“Arrogant brat! You dare kill our people and still refuse to surrender? Today, I’ll show you the consequences of offending the Northern Depths Sect!” Elder Yun shouted with a ferocious expression. Then, his arm trembled, and magnificent Yuan Energy erupted from his body like a tide, spreading a fierce momentum.

 

*Crash!* Under this momentum, the dense forest below him was pressed downward, and those towering trees were even cut down in swathes by the Sword Qi.

 

“Such powerful energy! Elder Yun is not far from breaking through as well!”

 

Feeling the momentum spreading from Elder Yun’s body, the two Elders behind him also narrowed their eyes.

 

“Among the Mid Stage Martial Kings, this old man is of the highest calibre…” Qin Yichen’s eyes also flashed with a hint of surprise. [No wonder he is the leader of the pursuit team.]

 

*Whoosh!*

 

With the Blood Crimson Sword in hand, Elder Yun’s gaze also became sharp. He stared at Qin Yichen below, stamped his foot, and suddenly transformed into a black shadow, shooting towards him like lightning. The Blood Crimson Sword in his hand was like a blood rainbow, fiercely thrusting towards Qin Yichen from an extremely tricky angle.

 

Facing Elder Yun’s fierce attack, Qin Yichen took a deep breath but remained motionless. Just as the rainbow light was about to pierce his body, his arm moved slightly, and the Spirit Sword whistled out, blocking the rainbow light.

 

*Hmph!* After failing to land a hit, Elder Yun was not too surprised, as if he had anticipated it. His arm trembled, and several bizarre sword blooms appeared. Then, his long sword transformed into multiple shadows in the shape of swords (sword shadows), thrusting towards Qin Yichen from different tricky angles.

 

*Clang! Clang!*

 

However, although these Sword Techniques were extremely bizarre and tricky, under Qin Yichen’s keen Spiritual Energy perception, they were completely exposed. As the Spirit Sword danced gracefully, all the sword shadows were blocked.

 

“That fellow actually blocked them!”

 

Looking at the composed Qin Yichen, the Northern Depths Sect disciples were all astonished. But the energy emanating from Qin Yichen was only at the Early Stage Martial King Realm!

 

[How did he do it?] This thought arose simultaneously in their hearts.

 

Seeing his usually invincible attack so easily blocked by this young man, Elder Yun grew increasingly alarmed.

 

After thrusting out several swords, Elder Yun’s figure retreated a metre, then he shouted angrily. With both hands gripping the sword, the blade flashed and suddenly condensed, rapidly gathering extremely sharp Sword Qi. Then, with a swing of his arm, he fiercely slashed.