Chapter 457 - 335: The Fake Pill Realm

Chapter 457: Chapter 335: The Fake Pill Realm

And so, slowly, as all the Spirit Platforms melted within him, the prototype of a Golden Core gradually began to take shape, shrouded in a hazy mist...

Heavenly Dao Qi swirled around it, emitting a purple-gold light. As if undergoing a metamorphosis, the aura emanating from Yu Changsheng suddenly surged, its oppressive might growing even more fearsome.

However, this Heavenly Dao Qi was ultimately incomplete. In the end, the Golden Core only formed a prototype, becoming a slowly swirling, illusory halo that had not yet fully solidified.

Even so, the aura it emanated was still intoxicating, involuntarily inspiring feelings of worship, nobility, divinity, and inviolability in the hearts of all who sensed it.

"The Fake Pill Realm..."

After a long moment, Yu Changsheng opened his eyes and exhaled a breath of white Chi Lian. Sensing the surging Magical Power within his body, a sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

’If I wished, I could form a Golden Core in an instant. It’s just... I only have half of the Heavenly Dao Qi, which isn’t enough. Once I get my hands on the rest of it and break through, there should be some kind of extraordinary transformation...’

Lost in thought, Yu Changsheng threw a punch. A series of CRACKS instantly exploded in the air as the void shattered like a mirror, RUMBLING without end.

Although he had not yet truly formed a Golden Core, the boost to his power was still enormous.

"Not bad. Now, when I run into Qiu Xing again, I won’t be so on the defensive."

Yu Changsheng retracted his fist and nodded in satisfaction.

’My Power of Divine Soul has reached the Golden Core Peak, and my physical body is nearly there as well. My Cultivation and Magical Power are also approaching the Golden Core Realm. Next...’

A dark light flickered in Yu Changsheng’s eyes. His brows furrowed slightly, and then he pursed his lips and gave a soft chuckle.

’All of you who hunted me before... are you ready?’

With that thought, Yu Changsheng clenched his fist, took a deep breath, and rose to his feet. Stomping hard on the ground, he instantly blasted through the wall of his cave abode and shot out from deep within the mountain, transforming into a long rainbow that streaked toward the heavens.

The mountain peak trembled. Shocking cracks spread out from the point of impact, and with a cascade of flying earth and rock, the entire peak slowly broke in two at its midpoint.

Yu Changsheng’s figure shot out from the rupture, his aura as magnificent as a rainbow, his speed completely unimpeded. He recalled Red Purgatory and the Colorful Star Deer into his Inner Realm, and after locking onto his direction, his qi, blood, and Magical Power surged. Like a world-shocking bolt of red lightning, he tore through the void and sped away.

His speed was drastically greater than before—more than twice as fast. An aura comparable to, or even surpassing, that of a Golden Core expert radiated out in waves, suppressing everything in all directions.

’Qiu Xing, Yama, and Wang Haiyang... just you wait. I’m back!’

His speed was astonishing, almost imperceptible to the naked eye. As for Red Purgatory, Yu Changsheng chose not to release it. At his current flight speed, even Red Purgatory couldn’t keep up, so there was naturally no need to ride it to travel.

Like a meteor streaking across the horizon, he sped toward Heaven’s Corner Mountain. Along the way, any Cultivators who happened to be passing by would, upon noticing him, immediately retreat to a safe distance to watch, their faces filled with shock.

"Who is that? Such a terrifying aura..."

"Judging by his direction, he’s also headed for the Celestial Slaughter Golden Lotus on Heaven’s Corner Mountain. Those other experts are already locked in a fierce battle over the remaining half of it. And now, another monster has arrived..."

"Which powerhouse’s prodigy is this? How have I never seen him before?"

"Wait, look at his silhouette... doesn’t he look a bit like... Yu Changsheng?"

...

As the incredulous voices rose one after another, Yu Changsheng’s expression remained as cold and indifferent as ever. He flew at lightning speed, and though the fierce Gang Wind battered his face and sent his robes fluttering, it failed to affect his physical body in the slightest.

His face was stern, his features sharp and chiseled. His handsome eyes were so deep as to be unfathomable, as if holding the birth and death of stars within them, utterly mesmerizing. He wore a cyan Daoist Robe adorned with mystical purple-gold patterns, exuding an otherworldly temperament and an aura as magnificent as a rainbow. His long black hair cascaded over his shoulders, each strand shimmering with a contained, flowing light. Such was the bearing of a true prodigy.

Before long, Heaven’s Corner Mountain came into view. Yu Changsheng’s expression remained unchanged as he fully unfurled his vast Divine Sense. Instantly, the every move of everyone on the mountain appeared in his mind in perfect detail.

Yu Changsheng paused, slowed his descent, and after locking onto a direction, plummeted downward.

There, on the slopes of Heaven’s Corner Mountain, Lin Wang and Ling Tianyi were struggling against a group of Blood Demon Generals. Techniques lit up the sky as nearly twenty of the creatures swarmed in, completely surrounding the pair. Among them, a full five were as powerful as Golden Core experts.

The creatures roared and charged madly toward them. With grim expressions, Lin Wang and Ling Tianyi gritted their teeth and unleashed one Technique after another as they retreated, a bitter, almost despairing look on their faces.

"Dammit, how could so many Blood Demon Generals suddenly appear on the mountainside of Heaven’s Corner Mountain..."

"And every last one of them is so tenacious! Don’t tell me we’re not only going to miss out on the Celestial Slaughter Golden Lotus, but we’re going to die here at the hands of these Blood Demon Generals?!"

"Be careful! Keep fighting as we fall back! Hold on!"

The two gritted their teeth, their faces dark and grim. They spoke to each other back-to-back, and as they watched the ferocious Blood Demon Generals, a bitter sense of despair began to well up in their hearts.

"ROAR!"

The Blood Demon Generals roared, surrounding the pair so tightly there was no escape. The shocking Evil Qi assaulted their Divine Souls, and their attacks were fierce and relentless. They were utterly fearless, and their bodies were so tough that the duo’s Techniques failed to inflict any substantial damage.

In contrast, the two men were covered in wounds and their faces were etched with exhaustion. Their Magical Power was running low, with no way to replenish it. If this continued, their defeat was only a matter of time.

"Breaking Army Slash!"

Lin Wang let out a low roar, bit his tongue, and spat out a mouthful of blood, smearing it onto the Magic Treasure Long Sword in his hand. The Sword Qi of the weapon instantly surged, transforming into a Long Rainbow Sword Gang that crashed down among the Ghost Generals.

The blast knocked back the Blood Demon Generals, but it only seemed to further incite their bloodlust. Three of the Golden Core-level Ghost Generals, in particular, lunged recklessly toward Lin Wang, their cavernous, bloody maws wide open.

"No! Look out!"

Ling Tianyi’s expression changed drastically as he turned to see what was happening. A Magic Treasure Spirit Sword shot through the air toward one of the Blood Demon Generals, but it only managed to slow the creature for a moment before being swatted away by its claw.

"Pfft—"

A sweet taste filled Ling Tianyi’s mouth as his head drooped, while Lin Wang’s face was a mask of panic, his heart filled with utter despair.

’It’s over...’

Sorrow filled Lin Wang’s heart, and he reflexively closed his eyes in despair. However, the anticipated pain never came. After a long moment, he opened his eyes again, a flicker of confusion in them.

’I’m not dead...?’

Lin Wang stared blankly. Before him was a Sea of Fire wreathed in Black Qi. The Blood Demon Generals were struggling within it, their bodies twisting as they let out endless, agonizing wails. As the Evil Fire spread over them, they were gradually reduced to ash.

In the center of the Sea of Fire stood a tall figure. The raging Evil Fire could not touch him in the slightest, automatically receding at his presence. With a wave of his sleeve and a clench of his fist, he commanded the Flame as if he were an emperor of fire. With his black hair cascading down, he looked peerless in all the world.

"Yu... Yu Changsheng?!"

Ling Tianyi was equally stunned, frozen in place. Staring at the sudden turn of events, he rubbed his eyes in disbelief.

"Vanish."

With an indifferent expression, Yu Changsheng’s lips moved as he softly uttered a single word. He pressed his palm downward, and the Sea of Fire immediately surged, engulfing all the Blood Demon Generals. Not a single figure remained visible. The sounds of their wails rose and fell, but even the five at the Golden Core level could only last a little longer within the terrifying flames before it was all for naught.

Finally, the Sea of Fire slowly dissipated, and the Blood Demon Generals turned to flying ash, vanishing without a trace.

Lin Wang and Ling Tianyi came back to their senses. They exchanged a look, each seeing the profound shock in the other’s eyes. Taking a deep breath, they hurried over to Yu Changsheng and bowed gratefully with clasped fists.

"Thank you for saving us, Junior Yu! We are eternally grateful."

Yu Changsheng turned to look at them, his expression calm. He slowly shook his head, helped them to their feet, and said lightly:

"It’s nothing. We’re from the same sect. Since I happened upon you, I naturally couldn’t stand by and do nothing."