Chapter 1424 - 1423: Fengmo Clan

Chapter 1424: Chapter 1423: Fengmo Clan

The arrival of so many top-tier families and shrine forces at the Central Shrine had caught Ling Chen’s attention. Within his sight, there were numerous powerful presences coming towards him.

Ling Chen saw a group of figures dressed in starry robes as well as another group donned in ice-blue, patterned long robes. Both groups emitted extremely powerful spiritual energy waves, their aura deep and mysterious.

"They are people from the Star Palace Shrine and Glacier Shrine."

Gazing at the two groups, a serious look suddenly appeared in Hong Ye’s beautiful eyes. Throughout Yingzhou, although there are many shrines, the top-tier shrines are just a few, among which are Star Palace Shrine and Glacier Shrine, standing alongside Izumo Shrine. These two shrines respectively worship the powerful Ghost Gods, Great Tengu and Snow Woman, and are rivals of Izumo Shrine, with even stronger influence.

Ling Chen’s gaze landed on the two old figures in front of the groups. The spiritual energy fluctuating from them was even stronger than that of Tu Yumen, with whom he had previously fought. Clearly, these two were the leaders of the shrine groups, renowned as Great Yin-Yang Masters throughout Yingzhou.

The two elders glanced at Ling Chen from afar, their eyes also showing a hint of seriousness. The news of Tu Yumen’s defeat by Ling Chen outside the ruins had spread, and they were naturally aware of it.

These two Great Yin-Yang Masters were quite astonished by Ling Chen’s ability to defeat Tu Yumen, a Great Yin-Yang Master from the Izumo Shrine whose strength was incomparable to the Great Yin-Yang Masters of second-tier shrines like Ito Zhai.

However, Tu Yumen’s defeat to Ling Chen made them pay significant attention to him.

Ling Chen’s gaze didn’t linger long on the groups from the shrines, but rather shifted to the region occupied by the top-tier families of Yingzhou. Apart from a few familiar faces, most were formidable strangers.

Liusheng Family, Gongben Family, Ju Family, Shangquan Family... These Sword Way Families were easily recognizable to Ling Chen. However, apart from swordsmanship, ninja techniques were also highly developed in Yingzhou.

The Fengmo Clan, the strongest family in ninja techniques in Yingzhou.

Ling Chen seemed to sense a cold gaze fixed on him, turning slightly, he saw a male dressed in black ninja attire, with two blue patterns carved on his face, staring at him.

Ling Chen’s pupils slightly contracted as he noticed a wind vortex surrounding the man, moving with his body. His breathing seemed to draw power from the wind.

"Fengmo Thirteen!"

Suddenly, Hong Ye spoke, her eyes towards the man filled with seriousness. It was clear she was quite wary of this top-tier figure among the younger generation.

"That’s Fengmo Thirteen."

Ling Chen had previously heard this name from Liusheng Bushou. Fengmo Thirteen was the only one among the younger generation of Yingzhou able to rival Beichuan Ye. His ninja techniques were extremely formidable, even surpassing many renowned Upper Ninjas in Yingzhou.

In Yingzhou, only ninjas of the Saint Realm were referred to as Upper Ninjas.

"That’s Ling Chen, the one who defeated Beichuan Ye."

Fengmo Thirteen also continually watched Ling Chen, his body exuding a fierce battle intent. Six months ago, he had fought against Beichuan Ye, but the result was inconclusive.

Just as he was planning to challenge Beichuan Ye again, he received news of Beichuan Ye’s defeat by Ling Chen, which was hard for him to accept.

"Not only did he defeat Beichuan Ye, but Fengjian Hongyi, Ito Zhai, and Tu Yumen—these old-generation powerhouses also met their defeat by him."

The speaker was the Great Elder of the Fengmo Clan.

"Defeating Fengjian Hongyi is nothing. As for Ito Zhai and Tu Yumen, they must have been countered at the right moment. If Ling Chen faces me, he will certainly lose."

A cold glint appeared in Fengmo Thirteen’s eyes.

His ninja techniques were far more advanced now compared to six months ago. He was confident that he could easily defeat Beichuan Ye now, and defeating Ling Chen would be no problem.

"Our primary focus now is to acquire the Tian Congyun. Avoid clashing with him for the moment."

Those from Fengmo Clan knew well about Fengmo Thirteen’s competitive nature, but even if he wanted a battle with Ling Chen, now was not the time.

Their visit to the Central Shrine was for the Divine Sword Cloud Cluster, and before obtaining Tian Congyun, exhausting their power against Ling Chen would be foolish.

"I understand."

Although Fengmo Thirteen wished to confront Ling Chen, he eventually suppressed his combat desire and did not make a move.

"That Fengmo Thirteen is really a madman, thinking of making a move on you here."

Hong Ye could plainly see Fengmo Thirteen’s intent to strike Ling Chen earlier, which was only abandoned due to the persuasion of the Fengmo Clan’s Great Elder.

"A true fanatic indeed."

Ling Chen nodded. Though he wasn’t afraid of Fengmo Thirteen, entering the shrine’s main hall was the priority at hand. Being entangled by this person would be troublesome.

After all forces converged, the crowd began to stir. Clearly, numerous strong figures were preparing to forcefully enter the main hall of the Central Shrine.

Those who had witnessed the power of the black Demon Snake, like Ling Chen, naturally wouldn’t rashly act as vanguards in breaching the shrine, but the strong ones who arrived late at the site had yet to understand the daunting strength blocking their path. After waiting awhile, their patience wore thin.

Swish! Swish! Swish! Swish!

As Ling Chen anticipated, the wait didn’t last long before four figures exploded into motion, charging toward the temple!

"They’re coming!"

Many others were also waiting for their chance along with Ling Chen, and upon seeing others make a move, their eyes gleamed with readiness, prepared to follow closely.

Within sight, the four figures reached the temple gates, and under the gaze of many, they leapt over the doorway’s large opening, seemingly about to enter the temple!

Everyone’s expression shifted, even Ling Chen was a bit surprised. However, as most believed the danger had passed and erupted into motion, the ground at the temple entrance exploded open once more. The original large hole expanded several times, from which emerged four hideous and massive snake heads, swiftly swallowing the four figures whole, a "gulp" was heard as they were swallowed down.