Chapter 2191 - 2150: Loyal and Sentimental

Tu Dalong suddenly froze, his body stiffening there, his expression also freezing as if someone had grasped his nerves, seemingly becoming a walking corpse.

At this moment, Wang Xiaoqiang's Divine Spirit successfully entered Tu Dalong's head and began to devour his soul and spirit. Simultaneously, Wang Xiaoqiang grabbed Tu Dalong's Axe Magic Treasure with both hands, whereupon the five fingers on his hands turned into five colors, growing larger with the wind, transforming into the Grasp Stars and Moon Technique. The power of tolerance in the Grasp Stars and Moon Technique was held, and suction power emerged.

Instantly, the three Divine Spirits attached to the Axe Magic Treasure, devoid of control from Tu Dalong's true self, became ownerless spirits, pulled by the suction and flew into Wang Xiaoqiang's palm.

Under the operation of the Soul and Spirit Cultivation Manual, flames spewed out from Wang Xiaoqiang's palm, and the golden flames burned fiercely, refining and transforming the attained Divine Spirits. The Divine Spirits transformed into ghost faces, full of resentment and hatred, issuing sharp cries, struggling desperately, vainly trying to escape, but under the Grasp Stars and Moon Technique, it was all in vain...

The battle between Wang Xiaoqiang and Tu Dalong may seem lengthy when spoken about, but in reality, it happened within moments. All the surrounding disciples watching were caught off guard, standing there in astonishment, mouths agape.

Neither Jiang Qingdi nor Zhang Xiaopang reacted when Tu Dalong was already annihilated by Wang Xiaoqiang, and it wasn't until Tu Dalong's soul and spirit were plundered by Wang Xiaoqiang that Jiang Qingdi reacted, pointing to Wang Xiaoqiang and saying "No, don't..."

Cultivators at the Heavenly Being Stage, upon death, can reincarnate if their soul and spirit remain intact, and if their Divine Spirit is perfectly preserved, they can be reborn with a drop of blood.

Jiang Qingdi and Tu Dalong had some relationships, and they just received benefits from Tu Dalong. Seeing him being killed was deeply regrettable; Jiang Qingdi tried to preserve his Divine Spirit for a rebirth drop of blood.

The so-called rebirth with a drop of blood involves preserving one Divine Spirit of the deceased and one drop of their blood. After a certain period, the blood is dripped onto that Divine Spirit, allowing it to become powerful enough to replace the Three Souls and Seven Spirits. The Three Souls and Seven Spirits are the human soul, and a drop of blood can recreate a person, much like cloning people with technology in Earth's civilization where a gene can clone a human.

With spirit and flesh, one can recreate a person alike.

"Oh, sorry, too fast, it's already been refined," Wang Xiaoqiang spread his hands, smiling at Jiang Qingdi.

Indeed, at this moment, in his palm, Tu Dalong's three Divine Spirits had already been refined to dregs.

A trace of regret and anger crossed Jiang Qingdi's face as he pointed at Wang Xiaoqiang and angrily exclaimed, "You, you vile creature! Do you know you killed an outstanding Outer Sect Disciple?"

"Of course, I'm no fool, how could I not know?" Wang Xiaoqiang laughed casually and indifferently.

Seeing Wang Xiaoqiang looking as if nothing happened after killing, Jiang Qingdi felt even angrier, pointing at Wang Xiaoqiang, "You, you even extracted his soul and spirit, sparing nothing, not even the Divine Spirit."

Wang Xiaoqiang did not respond, waved a hand, summoning three Divine Spirits from Tu Dalong's Spiritual Aperture, then fixated on Tu Dalong's slowly collapsing body, laughing, "These are all good stuff, wouldn't it be a shame not to refine them? Oh, and the physical body shouldn't be wasted either."

As he spoke, he moved with willpower, and the Patterned Beast flew out, transforming into a physical entity, quietly pouncing on Tu Dalong, swallowing him whole before his body hit the ground.

Like swallowing an entire jujube, the Patterned Beast devoured Tu Dalong yet seemed insatiable, smacking its lips, letting out a roar, and then returned to Wang Xiaoqiang's back.

"You killed someone, extracted their soul and spirit, and even destroyed their physical body. Wang Xiaoqiang, you—you are incredibly brutal. Today, I will act for justice and must annihilate you." Jiang Qingdi was completely provoked, angrily shouting as he waved his hand. Instantly, a yellow Immortal Sword was summoned, releasing the Five Paths of Divine Soul, transforming into the Power of the Soul and attaching to the sword, making the sword's light brilliant, its mighty force unstoppable. Jiang Qingdi gathered sword power, enveloping Wang Xiaoqiang. Killing intent filled the air.

Everyone around sucked in cold air, thinking that if this sword were to fall, Wang Xiaoqiang wouldn't survive or at least be severely injured.

Just as Jiang Qingdi was about to strike with a sword, a voice suddenly came, "Stop."

The voice wasn't loud but carried authority. Upon hearing it, Jiang Qingdi's sword-wielding hand immediately halted, though his face was filled with anger and murderous intent, he dared not act haphazardly. Eventually, the sword glow dimmed as he looked resigned and dispirited.

A person descended from the sky.

It was Xue Tiancheng, the Outer Sect Master.

Seeing Xue Tiancheng, all the Entry-Level Disciples watching showed timid expressions, retreating backwards. Jiang Qingdi clasped fists to Xue Tiancheng and said "Master," yet did not withdraw the sword, instead pointing at Wang Xiaoqiang, "Master, this child is so vicious. He killed Tu Dalong, and—"

"Enough," Xue Tiancheng coldly interrupted, then glanced at the silent Wang Xiaoqiang, saying, "That's a personal grudge between them, Tu Dalong was inept and got slain, he deserves it."

"But, but—" Jiang Qingdi protested unwillingly.

"No 'buts'. You're an Outer Sect Disciple entering the Entry-Level Disciples' territory to take action against an Entry-Level Disciple. Do you know the consequences?" Xue Tiancheng's authoritative gaze fixed on Jiang Qingdi.

Jiang Qingdi's face changed, hurriedly retrieving the Immortal Sword, then bowed to Xue Tiancheng, saying "Master's lesson is right; the disciple was just venting momentarily..."

"Enough," Xue Tiancheng coldly flicked his sleeve, "Now scram."

Jiang Qingdi was still somewhat reluctant, glaring at Wang Xiaoqiang before flying off to the Outer Sect area.

Xue Tiancheng's gaze focused on Wang Xiaoqiang, yet he said nothing about Tu Dalong, merely offering a kind expression, "Wang Xiaoqiang, you now possess the Three Spirits of Heavenly Beings, eligible to be promoted to Outer Sect Disciple. Do you wish to enter the Outer Sect now?"

Xue Tiancheng assumed Wang Xiaoqiang would be ecstatic and grateful, yet unexpectedly, Wang Xiaoqiang showed only an indifferent demeanor, clasping fists in greeting, "Gaining promotion to the Outer Sect is every Entry-Level Disciple's dream, including mine, but I can't enter just yet..."

Xue Tiancheng longed to bring Wang Xiaoqiang into the Outer Sect to erase disgrace and gain glory, like in this incident. Wang Xiaoqiang, an Entry-Level Disciple, had slain Tu Dalong, an Outer Sect Disciple; how embarrassing for Xue Tiancheng as the Outer Sect Master. But promoting Wang Xiaoqiang to the Outer Sect would turn disgrace into glory, why not?

Moreover, Wang Xiaoqiang's cultivation base had reached the Three Spirits of Heavenly Beings, qualifying him to enter the Outer Sect, and he was also impetuous.

Unexpectedly, Wang Xiaoqiang declined entry into the Outer Sect, which left Xue Tiancheng surprised and perplexed. He looked at Wang Xiaoqiang and asked, "Hmm, why is that?"

"Because I want to take care of my brother." Wang Xiaoqiang pointed to Zhang Xiaopang, "This brother helped me, helped me through tough times. I can't abandon him, I want to stay and help him upgrade. Once he qualifies for the Outer Sect, we both shall enter together."

Wang Xiaoqiang's words surprised the surrounding disciples greatly. A ruthless person like him is unexpectedly loyal and sentimental, even Xue Tiancheng was greatly shocked, feeling the contrast too stark, yet also feeling more admiration and appreciation towards Wang Xiaoqiang.

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Stomach problems flared up; only managed to write one chapter. Apologies, I'll strive to update more when I feel better, don't scold me, please.