“!”
The Ancient Giant Crocodile was struck hard, instantly suffering severe injuries. It writhed in pain in the swamp, causing the ground within a hundred feet to shake as if an earthquake had occurred. Black water splashed everywhere, and muddy water flew up, turning the white sky into a dark ink color.
“Whoosh!”
Suddenly, a blood-red Startling Sword Qi shot in from afar, moving at an incredible speed like an angry arrow with no chance of retreat. With a whoosh, it struck the wound on the Ancient Giant Crocodile, and with a splatter, the several dozen feet long Ancient Giant Crocodile was severed in two. After struggling for a moment, it breathed its last.
All of this happened in the blink of an eye.
“Whew.” Looking at the dead Ancient Giant Crocodile, Wang Yi let out a sigh, his face turning pale as beads of sweat rolled down his forehead.
It turned out that just as Lian Bi's Death Scythe fell, he immediately unleashed the Slaughter Sword Technique to strike down the Ancient Giant Crocodile.
“Let’s go.” Ghostly Daoist said expressionlessly.
“Young Master, are you alright?” Lian Bi approached Wang Yi, concern evident on his wrinkled face.
“Let’s go.” After taking a pill that could instantly replenish Primordial Energy, Wang Yi shook his head and replied.
This swamp was surprisingly vast beyond Wang Yi's imagination.
After two hours, a ravine appeared before the three of them.
“Down we go.” Ghostly Daoist said without any hesitation as he plunged into the ravine. Wang Yi exchanged glances with the other two and followed suit.
In the next moment, Wang Yi and his companions found themselves in a massive tunnel. This tunnel was different from the previous grayish one; it was filled with red flames, as if there were a gigantic furnace at its end.
"Clang, clang, clang!"
At this moment, the incessant sound of Gold Iron clashing echoed from the end of the tunnel.
"Let's go." A cold glint flashed in Ghostly Daoist's eerie gaze as he commanded.
With that, he transformed into a wisp of black mist and moved forward.
"Prince, it seems that ahead lies the burial ground of the strong from Void-Viewing Three Realms. Be cautious," Fire Spirit reminded.
A flicker of intense desire crossed Lian Bi's eyes; the allure of Void-Viewing Three Realms was simply too great. Even knowing there would be many enemies stronger than himself, he couldn't help but feel tempted.
"Let's go," Wang Yi said.
Before long, a massive world of flames appeared before them, with several figures engaged in a fierce battle in mid-air, locked in a struggle that was too close to call.
Looking at these individuals, a hint of killing intent flashed in Wang Yi's eyes. These people were none other than Emperor Xie and his companions, while among the others were Yin Yang Brothers, Qiao Meiniang, and Lu Yu.
Although the four from Lu Yu were also Transcendent Realm Experts, they were somewhat inferior compared to the three peak Transformation Realm experts led by Emperor Xie. Only by joining forces could they barely hold their ground.
Suspended in the void was a fiery Coffin, emanating an overwhelming pressure.
Wang Yi's pupils constricted; if he guessed correctly, the body of a strong expert from Void-Viewing Three Realms must be inside that Coffin.
"Ghostly Daoist."
Emperor Xie unleashed a punch, his body darting forward, and his electric-like gaze fell upon Ghostly Daoist, his pupils constricting in surprise as he exclaimed, "I didn't expect you to be alive too?"
"Ha ha, Emperor Xie, do you really hope that I am dead?" Ghostly Daoist's voice was grim. Although his appearance was not visible, everyone could sense the murderous intent in his heart.
"Ghostly Daoist senior, the news about the Void-Viewing Three Realms stronghold being a burial ground was spread by Emperor Xie and his companions to lure us in, using our blood to break this seal. Their methods are extremely ruthless. Ghostly Daoist senior, you must help us!" Upon seeing Ghostly Daoist, Qiao Meiniang fluttered her eyelashes, her red lips slightly parted as she spoke sweetly.
"Indeed, Ghostly Daoist senior, we brothers do not want this Nedan, but there is one condition: please take action and help us seek justice." Jue Yang stepped forward anxiously.
"Boom!"
With a loud explosion, terrifying energy erupted from the battlefield, sending endless waves of air soaring hundreds of feet high, creating a scene of horror.
The seven individuals retreated, forming two factions as they stared at each other from a distance.
"Ghostly Daoist senior, these three from Emperor Xie intend to kill you; their intentions are truly malicious and deserving of death a thousand times over," Jueyin said coldly.
"Hahaha, good, good, very good." Ghostly Daoist soared into the air, looking at the three from Emperor Xie, repeating the word "good" three times. He addressed them, "It seems I have been away from the world for too long; even some insignificant characters dare to lay hands on me."
"Hmph, Ghostly Daoist, others may fear you, but I, Ghost Cold, do not. Our cultivation levels are comparable; if you want to kill me, you can forget it." Ghost Cold's eyes revealed a clear murderous intent.
"Very well, Ghost Cold. After thirty years apart, you have become increasingly arrogant. It seems today I must teach you a lesson so that you understand why others call me Ghostly Daoist." With killing intent in his eyes, Ghostly Daoist waved his large sleeve, and a stream of black mist surged out from his sleeve like a black dragon, charging toward Ghost Cold.
"Rumbling!"
The void trembled under the pressure of this black mist.
"Hmph, just a trivial skill. Watch how I kill you, old man." Ghost Cold's eyes flashed with killing intent as he coldly snorted and waved his large sleeve. A surge of black mist poured out like a great river, sweeping across the ground with a terrifying momentum.
Two streams of dreadful energy instantly appeared in this space, shattering the air as ripples spread out like tides in all directions, the rumbling sound echoing endlessly.
"Boom!"
At the moment when the two Black Smokes collided, a thunderous explosion erupted, sending a massive cloud of smoke soaring upwards like a Mushroom Cloud. Thick smoke billowed and black mist swirled, obscuring vision and plunging the entire world into a space of darkness.
Standing far away, Wang Yi and Bu Hong looked on in astonishment at this scene. Such a massive energy explosion was beyond their ability to withstand. Even a Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer Expert caught within would surely meet their demise. It was truly terrifying, and no wonder Ghost Cold could be ranked among the Four Kings; his reputation was well-deserved.
"Rumbling!"
The residual energy swept across the ground before finally dissipating.
In the next moment, Ghost Cold and Ghostly Daoist appeared before everyone.
"Hahaha, Ghostly Daoist, it seems that your title as the strongest in the Killing Fields should be relinquished. With such strength, you are not my opponent," Ghost Cold laughed arrogantly.
"Is that so?" A calm voice came from Ghostly Daoist, devoid of any sadness or joy.
Upon hearing this, Ghost Cold's laughter suddenly ceased. He let out a muffled groan and spat out a mouthful of blood. Just as everyone looked on in surprise, a sound like breaking porcelain suddenly came from his face. A fine crack appeared on his ghostly visage and then spread outward.
"No..." Ghost Cold's eyes were filled with terror, his voice trembling with fear.
"Kakakaka!"
A sound like pearls falling on a jade plate echoed from beneath the mask.
At this moment, the gazes of Emperor Xie, Lu Yu, the six Transcendent Realm Experts, as well as Wang Yi and Lian Bi, all converged on Ghost Cold's face.
It should be noted that Ghost Cold is one of the Four Kings, possessing peak cultivation in the Transformation Realm. In the Killing Fields, he is nearly unmatched. However, wherever he appears, he wears a ghostly mask, so no one has ever seen his true face.
"Crack!"
The ghostly mask on Ghost Cold finally shattered at this moment, revealing a face covered in sword scars. Each scar was deep enough to see bone, each one hideous and terrifying, causing those who looked at it to feel a chill run down their spine.
"Ah!" Qiao Meiniang never expected that one of the dignified Four Kings, Ghost Cold, would be so frightfully ugly. She covered her lips with her delicate hand and gasped in shock.
"Hahaha, I didn't expect that the illustrious Ghost Cold, one of the Four Great Kings of the Killing Fields, would be an eyesore even uglier than me. How rare!" laughed Ghostly Daoist, his laughter grating and unpleasant to hear.
"Pfft." Ghost Cold was already injured, and upon hearing Ghostly Daoist's mocking words, he felt both furious and enraged. His internal energy surged violently, and with a loud cough, he spat out a mouthful of blood. His ugly face turned pale as paper; he was severely wounded. He pointed at Ghostly Daoist in horror and exclaimed, "Impossible! Impossible! You and I are of equal cultivation; how could I lose to you?"
"Hmph, Ghost Cold, when I was renowned in the Killing Fields, you were still somewhere eating dirt. Today, if you dare to challenge me, I will not let you go," replied Ghostly Daoist coldly.
After speaking, he moved like a ghost, appearing before Ghost Cold. A withered hand reached out to grasp Ghost Cold's head. A hissing sound echoed as five red and white objects shot out from Ghost Cold's head. Before he could react, he died with his eyes wide open, unable to comprehend how he had perished at the hands of Ghostly Daoist.
Ghostly Daoist held up Ghost Cold's corpse and cast a cold glance over everyone present. He relaxed his fingers slightly, and with a thud, Ghost Cold's body fell to the ground, splattering blood everywhere.
"Ah!" The beautiful eyes of Qiao Meiniang were filled with horror as she leaned closer to Lu Yu.
"Congratulations, senior, on breaking through to the Void-Viewing Three Realms," said Emperor Xie, stepping forward with a respectful expression.
"What... what? The Ghostly Daoist has already stepped into the Void-Viewing Three Realms?" Fengyunxin asked incredulously.
"Void-Viewing Three Realms?" The Jueyang Brothers were astonished upon hearing this.
Before Emperor Xie could finish speaking, Fengyunxin and the others were already shocked. A strong presence from the Void-Viewing Three Realms was a significant matter; after all, it had been over a hundred years since a strong presence from the Void-Viewing Three Realms had appeared in the vast Killing Fields. If what Emperor Xie said was true, then the Ghostly Daoist would be the first unparalleled strong presence from the Void-Viewing Three Realms in the Killing Fields.
"Void-Viewing Three Realms." Wang Yi was stunned as he looked at Ghost Cold's cold corpse, feeling a bit convinced. After all, only a legendary Void Gazer of level three could kill a peak Transformation Realm expert in one strike.
"Hmph, he has merely just touched upon the mysteries of the Gaze of the Abyss; he isn't even close to Half-Step into the Void. What’s there to be surprised about?" The disdainful voice of Fire Spirit echoed in Wang Yi's Sea of Consciousness.
"What do you mean?" Wang Yi asked in shock.
"It can be understood this way: although he is still far from reaching the Void-Viewing Three Realms, he has grasped some abilities that only strong presences from the Void-Viewing Three Realms can wield, which is why he was able to kill Ghost Cold so easily," Fire Spirit explained solemnly.
"Spatial Law." Wang Yi's expression changed. The reason why strong presences from the Void-Viewing Three Realms possess immense power is that they have mastered Spatial Law, granting them overwhelming spatial abilities and teleportation.
"That's right. This Ghostly Daoist has mastered Spatial Law and can already blend into space. Although it's only a little bit, it's enough to kill any peak Transformation Realm expert," Fire Spirit clarified.
Wang Yi nodded, deeply agreeing with this assessment.
"However, don't think that it will be easy for him to break through to the Void-Viewing Three Realms. As far as I know, some people may never break through this barrier in their lifetime and remain stuck at this level, unable to even reach Half-Step into the Void. Nevertheless, in these Killing Fields, they can still walk with confidence," Fire Spirit remarked.
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