Chapter 350: Chapter 325: Killing the People of Fairy Ruins_1
Before long, Lu Yan successfully refined this medicinal herb, but he hadn’t yet reached his limit.
"There’s only one left now.""
Lu Yan took out the last heavenly and earthly treasure, furrowing his brow. Did this mean he still couldn’t make a breakthrough to the True Body Ninth Refinement all at once?
No matter, he’d refine it first and figure it out later.
They didn’t continue to use the Yin Yang Melting Furnace Method, because if they did, Shen Yinuo would take half of the medicinal strength.
Lu Yan devoured it rapidly and continued refining.
As expected, after refining the last heavenly and earthly treasure, he still hadn’t met the conditions for a breakthrough. However, he wasn’t far off.
"Lu Yan, among the medicinal herbs in the medicinal garden, some are extremely potent and are close to becoming heavenly and earthly treasures. They might be helpful if we refine them with the Yin Yang Melting Furnace Method, which might further enhance your cultivation."
Shen Yinuo suggested.
Lu Yan nodded in agreement.
Then, they selected twenty medicinal herbs with the most concentrated power, near to that of celestial and earthly treasures.
The Great Sun Melting Furnace swallowed five medicinal herbs in one go and began refining.
Soon, a wave of energy flowed through their bodies, finally gathering deep within them.
It was effective.
Lu Yan’s eyes brightened.
Generally speaking, ordinary medicinal herbs didn’t have much effect on the metamorphosis of the True Body; even if it did, the effect was minuscule.
But these medicinal herbs, close to becoming heavenly and earthly treasures, were a different matter.
When the fifteenth medicinal herb was completely refined, a tingling sensation spread through Lu Yan’s body.
Lu Yan knew that his accumulated energy had finally reached its limit.
The metamorphosis started.
In less than a day, Lu Yan successfully transformed, reaching the True Body Ninth Refinement and experiencing a surge in his strength.
He twisted his body, feeling an inexhaustible force within him.
"Let’s go. Nearly five days have passed. I don’t know how things are; let’s go out and take a look."
Lu Yan suggested.
The two had both made breakthroughs in their cultivation levels, reaching the True Body Ninth Refinement — the theoretical limit.
This boosted his confidence. He now felt he could stride confidently through the southern part of the ruin.
Even if he encountered metal beasts controlled by the Fairy Ruins, he was confident he could demolish them.
As they left their dwelling, Lu Yan tried to use the Dao Book to see if he could sense any Dao Food.
Unfortunately, he found nothing.
Probably, all the Dao Food in this palace had been depleted in the past five days.
After their fruitless search, they decided to leave.
Just then, they heard the sounds of a fight.
Heading towards the commotion, they quickly spotted the combatants.
One side was the group from the Fairy Ruins they had encountered previously, led by the bald man.
And the other, to their surprise, were people from the Mansion of King Ming, among whom was Xiang Chongyang.
Lu Yan hadn’t expected to come across people from the Mansion of King Ming here.
There were a total of nine elite fighters from the Mansion of King Ming, but at that moment, they were in a precarious situation, many of them covered with blood and teetering on the brink of death.
Six metal beasts constantly attacked the nine.
Clearly, the people in the Fairy Ruins were not trying to kill them, only seriously injure them; otherwise, they wouldn’t have lasted this long.
"Xiang Chongyang has made a breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit Realm."
Lu Yan realized.
Xiang Chongyang’s battle power had surged dramatically as he single-handedly fought three metal beasts. His strength was unquestionably formidable.
After all, two hundred years ago, Xiang Chongyang had been an exceptional talent of Mansion of King Ming; his True Body level was undoubtedly King’s True Body.
In his youth, he had been a prominent figure in the Hidden Dragon Camp, similar to previously mentioned Shang Wuyang and Mo Wenzhuo.
But those metal beasts were too strong and indestructible; he couldn’t land a single hit.
"Mansion of King Ming, hehe, last time you guys ruined my plans. Chu Long even dared to march up to the gates of Fairy Ruins. This time, I will take you back and let’s see the faces of Chu Long or Chu Tianming."
The bald man sneered.
Swoosh!
Lu Yan and Shen Yinuo suddenly charged out towards the bald man and his group.
Sensing their approach, the three metal beasts standing next to the bald man instantly turned and charged towards Lu Yan.
"It’s you."
The bald man spotted Lu Yan, and his eyes instantly turned red.
Thump! Thump! Thump!
His three blows hit the metal beasts.
The metal beasts were sent flying backwards. Two of them crashed into two men from the Fairy Ruins, their powerful impact caused the men to explode.
However, the two men were covered in the Will Power Pattern, patterns connected their remains, quickly healing their wounds.
The third metal beast flew towards the bald man.
The bald man was frightened and tried to fend off the metal beast with all his strength.
But when his hands touched the metal beast, there was a crack as his hands broke, and he stepped back a dozen steps, spitting out blood.
When he saw the spot where the metal beast had been hit, he drew a sharp breath.
In the place where the metal beast had been struck, it was deeply dented and, from the center of the indentation, cracks had sprouted.
He knew all too well just how robust these metal beasts were.
Lu Yan had actually managed to crack such a metal beast. What sort of attacking power was that?
Feeling a chill in his heart, he quickly commanded more metal beasts to charge at Lu Yan while he retreated, clutching two jade talismans in his hands.
Boom!
At the same time, Shen Yinuo executed the Great Sun God Fist, targeting people covered with the Will Power Pattern.
After entering the True Body Ninth Refinement, Shen Yinuo’s combat power skyrocketed. Forget about just the True Body Realm — even a King’s True Body of the Primordial Spirit Realm’s First Transformation wasn’t her equal.
Her fist, hot as the sun, descended and the six experts covered in the Will Power Pattern exploded. They were enveloped in raging flames that quickly refined them. The light from their Will Power Pattern quickly dimmed, rendering them incapable of recovery.
Meanwhile, Lu Yan drew his five-colored battle knife and pressed forward again into the fray.
Clang!
The Five-Colored Battle Knife cleaved down on the neck of a giant metal beast, the grating sound of metal reverberating in the air. A plop marked the beheading of the beast, its monstrous body sent hurtling through the air.
Extraordinarily, the decapitated metal beast managed to rise and launched itself again towards Lu Yan.
"Completely unscathed."
Lu Yan furrowed his brow and attacked again without hesitation.
With unparalleled strength and the sharpness of the Five-Colored Battle Knife, nothing could stand in his way. Every strike either claimed a beast’s head or hacked off a claw.
Sparks flew and the hair-raising screech of metal on metal echoed.
Screams of pain rang out continuously as Shen Yinuo’s refining turned the six individuals, covered in Will Power Patterns, into ashes.
Only the bald man from Fairy Ruins remained.
"These metal beasts must be controlled by someone. Now that only the bald man is left, he must be the puppet master."
A cold glint flashed in Lu Yan’s eyes and he lunged towards the bald man.
With a shudder, the bald man sent the metal beasts charging at Lu Yan like a crazed horde and turned to run away.
"Stay!"
Xiang Chongyang swept his war spear across the bald man’s path, halting his escape.
Swoosh!
Lu Yan used a metallic beast as a foothold, leaping into the air, and, with a swing of his knife, managed to direct an attack towards the bald man.
Shocked, the bald man broke a jade talisman to envelop himself in a protective barrier and launched a desperate counterattack at Xiang Chongyang, intent on escaping.
Regret flooded him as he wondered why he didn’t dispatch Xiang Chongyang and the others sooner.
Ignoring his injuries, Xiang Chongyang gritted his teeth and doggedly continued the fight.
Crash!
Lu Yan’s knife hit the protective barrier around the bald man, sending massive shockwaves rippling before the barrier shattered with a loud explosion.
The bald man was completely petrified.
This protective item was a gift from his Immortal Lord and was meant to be nearly impervious. Yet, it was so effortlessly penetrated.
Once Lu Yan’s knife pierced through the defense, the flash of the blade twisted like a snake in the air. The bald man’s head was sent soaring, eyes wide open in disbelief and regret. Blood spurted out from his neck, covering a distance of ten meters as his decapitated body thudded to the ground.
With the death of the bald man, the metallic beasts froze in place, as lifeless as statues.
"These metallic beasts were some type of puppets, likely made only by those from the Fairy Ruins. They might have been controlled by the soul."
Shen Yinuo came over and explained.
"Does that mean only those in the Primordial Spirit Realm could control them?"
Lu Yan asked.
"Theoretically, yes."
Shen Yinuo replied.
Reaching out, Lu Yan seized the Sumi Mustard Seed Bag from the bald man.
Then, he inspected the metallic beasts. After some careful thought, he took out an empty Sumi Mustard Seed bag and gathered all the metallic beasts inside.
These metallic beasts might come in handy in the future, so it was better to keep them for now.
"Many thanks to both of you for helping. I am Xiang Chongyang from the Mansion of King Ming."
Xiang Chongyang came over and expressed his gratitude with a bow.
"It was the least we could do."
Lu Yan smiled lightly.
"Ah!"
Xiang Chongyang sighed softly and whispered to Lu Yan, "I never would have guessed that your cultivation level would be so advanced after all these years. You had us all fooled."
"What?"
Lu Yan was taken aback.
Had his identity been exposed?
Upon reflection, it made sense that his identity was discovered. Xiang Chongyang was likely able to discern Lu Yan’s identity since he and Shen Yinuo had engaged in battle in the Wuzu Garden.
However, Lu Yan was not ready to confess.
"I think you’re mistaken."
Lu Yan whispered back.
"Haha, yes indeed."
Xiang Chongyang chuckled, replying, "Don’t worry, we all have secrets. I promise not to tell a soul."
Lu Yan sighed inwardly. He trusted Xiang Chongyang enough to keep his secret. If he could not be trusted, Guan Shan would not have suggested Lu Yan go to Mingwang City and seek out Xiang Chongyang first.
However, to be on the safe side, Lu Yan needed to establish himself in the Primordial Spirit Realm as quickly as possible after leaving the Heavenly Ruins.
Once he entered the Primordial Spirit Realm, his solid foundation would enable him to quickly ascend to the apex of the realm.
By then, even if King Ming discovered his secret, he would not entertain any thoughts of seizing it. Instead, he would have immense respect for him.
Other fighters from the Mansion of King Ming, having swallowed their martial pills to stabilize their injuries, came over to express their thanks.
"What are your plans for next?"
Lu Yan asked.
"This palace has become extremely dangerous. Lately, a lot of people have been mysteriously disappearing, likely the work of the Fairy Ruins. There are likely more invaders from Fairy Ruins, so we’re planning to leave the palace."
Xiang Chongyang responded.
"We were thinking of leaving as well. Shall we go together?"
Lu Yan suggested.
The group from the Mansion of King Ming was ecstatic. They had witnessed Lu Yan’s astonishing prowess in the earlier battle and felt an overwhelming sense of safety in his presence.
The two parties joined forces and started exiting. Thankfully, they didn’t encounter any dangers on their path.
