All Slain
The blades flashed brilliantly, like a rainbow shooting at the sun, like a galaxy falling to earth, a vast expanse of dazzling light.
The voluptuous woman, Huang Shang, was no ordinary person; she was the Jade Emperor's cousin and a direct descendant of the high-ranking officials of Hanging Sky Ridge.
As she charged forward with her sword drawn, two other people followed behind her.
Even when they were still some distance apart, the two men felt as if many of their body hairs had been cut off by invisible Saber Qi, and they were immediately terrified.
They stopped abruptly. If this continued, the invisible Saber Qi would slice their bodies apart. What terrifying blade intent was this?
Even so, when they stopped, strands of hair fell down, bloodstains appeared on their foreheads, and their faces turned pale.
If they were all like this, one can only imagine the pressure the voluptuous woman further ahead endured, as she faced real, tangible blades!
Huang Shang was shocked. That terrifying slash, after slicing apart the Sword Slave who had accompanied her cousin in sword training for twelve years, still possessed undiminished power and was incredibly dazzling, enveloping her once again.
Even though she was a very powerful Fiend Sword Immortal, she was now feeling a chill run down her spine, knowing that she had encountered a formidable opponent, and that if things went wrong, she could lose her life.
The hairs standing on end on her body were falling in a rustling sound as the invisible blade intent slashed through the air, subjecting her to immense pressure.
Then, the ends of her hair and eyebrows began to fall off, and she was immediately horrified!
Huang Shang had never encountered such an opponent before, one who gave her such an overwhelming feeling of being unable to resist, her very soul trembling.
She felt a warmth on her face, the blood flowing through it. At the same time, her vision blurred, and bloodstains from her forehead slid down to the corners of her eyes.
"How is this possible?" She couldn't believe it. Before they had even truly clashed swords, her opponent had instilled in her an unshakeable sense of fear, like the birth of a demon king.
At this moment, the Demon Sword in her hand trembled violently, bearing immense force, and bent as if a mountain of sword intent was pressing down on it.
At the critical moment, she activated the life-saving "Sword Seed" given to her by her cousin. Instantly, a grand sword intent erupted, and the sword light soared into the sky like the rising Scorching Sun, helping her block the Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber.
Otherwise, she worried that she wouldn't be able to catch it and would suffer the same fate as the Sword Slave, being cut in two with a single blow.
All of this happened in the blink of an eye.
Upon their first meeting, Huang Shang was driven to the brink of despair.
Sword Qi raged across the arena, intertwined with golden runes. It was the Jade Emperor's Ascension Sword Qi, truly terrifying. It was as if a galaxy had been torn apart, turning into violent rays of light that swept across this land, intent on destroying everything.
The Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber in Qin Ming's hand clanged, its blade intent as blazing as the Scorching Sun, dazzling and seemingly carrying strands of immortal True Intention.
The clash of blade light and Sword Qi was like the eruption of two active volcanoes, with scorching lava flows splashing and pouring out.
The ground sank, as if it had been pierced and sheared away by the flashes of blades and Sword Qi, leaving a huge, deep pit.
However, the Sword Seed is ultimately just a sword intent carried by a special object; it is not the Jade Emperor's true full-force attack. It is only a momentary brilliance, like a fleeting moment.
Qin Ming's gaze was icy. In the blinding rain of light, he drew his knife and charged towards the plump, beautiful woman.
Huang Shang was already retreating when she unleashed her Sword Seed, certain that she was no match for the Upright Demon Ape boy.
Qin Ming charged forward, piercing through the sword light, showing no intention of letting her go.
Huang Shang was shocked. Her cousin's Sword Seed was terrifying. Normally, even if he couldn't withstand the Jade Emperor's flawless sword intent, it would be enough to kill someone in the Third Realm, right?
But the other person was unharmed, and this result frightened her!
She felt a pang of regret; she should have sought a more powerful Sword Seed after her cousin's breakthrough. Otherwise, the young man before her might have already been killed.
"Stop!"
The two people behind her shouted, clearly wanting to help her out of respect for the Hanging Sky Ridge and the Jade Emperor, and each of them used different Demon Race techniques.
Qin Ming remained silent. For such opportunists and sycophants, the only solution was to ruthlessly eliminate them!
In an instant, the two powerful Demon Race spells were extinguished by him like fireworks.
At the same time, Huang Shang also transmitted his voice at lightning speed. If he wanted to speak, there was no time at all. In this moment of sword fighting, the sword intent could be applied to her multiple times in the blink of an eye, causing her to be separated from her body.
"I come from Hanging Sky Ridge..." she spoke in Consciousness Spirit Light, and told them that her grandfather was a Peerless Grandmaster, and that everything was negotiable, and that she was willing to buy a way out with rare Treasured Medicine.
"Even if your father is Grandmaster, it's useless!" Qin Ming said coldly. No matter how much face Hanging Sky Ridge had, it was still the lineage of the Demon Race. What did it have to do with humans?
Huang Shang was truly terrified, because all her beautiful hair had fallen out in a cascade, including her eyebrows, which had been severed by the invisible Saber Qi.
A thin layer of light appeared on her body, indicating that the edge of the blade was approaching her and about to sever her skin.
Everyone was stunned; before the knife even arrived, her head was already bald.
Snap!
The Demon Sword in Huang Shang's hand exploded into dozens of pieces. In the end, she was still no match for Qin Ming's speed and was caught up in the blink of an eye.
No matter what methods she used, unleashing spells, Spirit Artifact, and Sword Qi all at once, she couldn't stop her opponent's blade intent, which pressed down Ascension Mountain.
"Ah..." Crimson cracks appeared on her body, splitting open amidst the flash of the blade.
At the last moment, Huang Shang lay prone on the ground, not only to dodge the blades but also to unleash the innate abilities of his clan.
Her long legs kicked backward, and a terrifying light burst forth, as if two large, serrated swords were slashing backward.
She wanted to use the momentum of that kick to speed up her escape.
However, her hopes were dashed. In an instant, blood spurted out, and she screamed as her long legs were severed from her body.
Then, with a soft thud, Huang Shang was severed at the shoulder, blood splattering everywhere. Her internal organs disintegrated in the flash of the blade, and even her demonic soul could not break free.
The blade flashed like a waterfall, engulfing her entire body, burning through and igniting her consciousness, killing her completely.
Her body, covered in blood, fell to the ground. Although her head was intact, her spirit had been extinguished, and her eyes went completely dark.
The two demons behind her did not come to her aid at the critical moment because they themselves sensed a life-or-death crisis. Even if the Hanging Sky Ridge and the Jade Emperor were powerful figures, it was not the right time to flatter them.
"Trying to escape after making a move?"
Qin Ming moved with lightning speed, sweeping through the enemy ranks with his swirling blades. The gleaming light of his blades was devastating, shattering their protective demonic Demon Light, destroying their weapons, severing two demons at the waist, and extinguishing their consciousness.
The two demons' screams were brief and urgent as their bodies were torn into four pieces and crashed to the ground, splattering blood everywhere.
Both Sword Slave and Huang Shang were very powerful Fiend Sword Immortal, far surpassing Huang Fei, yet they were still swiftly killed.
Even though the two demons behind Huang Shang were not weak, they were both killed in an instant.
Qin Ming's swift and decisive actions intimidated many Demon Race.
It wasn't that his opponent wasn't strong enough, but rather that Qin Ming had used his true abilities. The opponent had sent a Sword Slave to deal with him, and if he were to fight this person to a standstill, it would truly be considered a humiliation.
Therefore, he did his utmost and killed the Sword Slave with a single strike.
He then killed the Jade Emperor's cousin in public in an instant, which meant that he was not being slighted or humiliated, but rather that the Locust Beast was utterly vulnerable.
The atmosphere was heavy, and many people were stunned by his performance.
It wasn't that no Demon Race wanted to come to the rescue, but they simply didn't have time. Qin Ming killed his opponent with just a few strokes of his sword, as easily as harvesting crops.
The Jade Emperor's handsome face was as cold as frost. He stepped forward with his sword in hand, feeling disappointed in Huang Shang. He had tried to dissuade her before, but his cousin was too willful.
"Your opponent is me!" Pei Shuyan blocked his way.
He was born with the potential to become Immortal Seed in his youth, and now he is twenty-five or twenty-six years old. His cultivation has naturally accumulated to a great extent. In terms of cultivation alone, he is at least among the top three of the younger generation in the Pure Land.
The Jade Emperor was younger than him, yet he was able to rival Pei Shuyan; his combat prowess was truly terrifyingly absurd.
"I'll let this go for now, but I, the Hanging Sky Ridge, will remember this debt." The Jade Emperor spoke. He was in the Fourth Realm, and the person opposite him certainly wouldn't give him a chance to get close to Qin Ming.
Qin Ming said, "You talk as if you're so detached from worldly affairs. Stop bragging about the Hanging Sky Ridge. It's an old, dilapidated place. It's fallen from the sky and is no longer the lofty Grotto-Heaven it once was."
Wu Yaozu immediately nodded and said, "Ming Ge, I should be the one saying these things. Just maintain your demeanor as a young master."
Their back-and-forth banter caused the faces of the people at the Hanging Sky Ridge to darken.
Xiang Yiwu chimed in, saying, "Whose ancestors weren't once wealthy? In fact, even when I was down on my luck in my youth, I could still afford to roast grasshoppers every day. What are you looking at? I'm roasting grasshoppers just for people like you who are destined to Fallen Mountain."
On the other side, the Locust Beast glared angrily, wanting to say that they were the Feathered Race, not locusts.
The Jade Emperor's expression was cold, but he did not show anger. He turned to the Demon Race camp and said, "Are there any fellow cultivators of the Third Realm willing to slay this fiend? I will personally reward you."
These words caused an awkward silence, because many people had already realized that Qin Ming had gone too far. Killing the Sword Slave with a single blow—who wouldn't have to think twice?
Not to mention the Demon Race, even the various factions in Night Prefecture looked at Qin Ming with strange eyes. They were wondering if they could have blocked that attack if they were in the Third Realm.
Many people in both camps have already designated him as the future Ancestor.
If it were a true contest in the field, even the most outstanding talents would consider him a dangerous individual.
"We planned to kill him today, but is no one willing to make a move against him?" Some of the Heavenly Demon Seed from the Fourth Realm were very dissatisfied.
At this moment, Cui Chonghe Exerted Effort, establishing himself in the Fourth Realm, and forcefully defeated an opponent who was a minor realm higher than him, causing an uproar among the Demon Race.
He glanced at Qin Ming, his expression remaining calm. Now that his Immortal Embryo was just formed, he could kill enemies without even using that power, and he had absolute confidence.
Furthermore, he will have a smooth path ahead in the future, whether it's competing in terms of resources or in terms of comprehension, he has enough confidence.
Just like the Dragon Tiger Pill, it was all made by his master Sun Taichu.
Whether it's Strange Medicine or special secret places like Mountains and Rivers Spirit Nest, the Immortal Path possesses far more than the New Life Path.
"You can't even defeat a human boy at the third realm?" A voice came from afar, and several figures appeared.
On the Demon Race side, many people showed joy.
"Hiss, it's the three of them!"
"With Wu Youdao, Jin Gui, and Xin Yuan around, everything will be fine!"
Even within the Demon Race, this was the talk of the town, which shows just how extraordinary the three individuals were.
Qin Ming was taken aback. He was familiar with the three of them; he had met them before.
On the day he officially stepped into the Third Realm, he Spirit Travel to find Ning Siqi. On his way back after slaying the Heavenly Demon Seed, he was intercepted and killed by these three demons.
Of course, they did not engage in a life-or-death battle. Qin Ming Spirit Travel that day and could not stay away from his physical body for long, so he was already very tired and intentionally avoided it.
He was deeply impressed by the three demons, because they were really strong, and they seemed to be practicing the most powerful and True Scripture Sect-Suppressing Level of the Immortal Path, with their Consciousness Spirit Light accompanied by strange phenomena.
The three demons may have been descended from humans, but they took Mutation Path and eventually became high-ranking members of the demon faction.
The three Yao Qi exuded a powerful aura, and although they were all in the Third Realm, they showed no respect to the Fourth Realm Heavenly Demon Seed.
"Jade Emperor, I don't want your favor. If you want to kill him, how about letting me take a bath in your Demon Immortal Pool in the Hanging Sky Ridge? Just one day and one night will be enough," said the Xin Yuan.
Today, he was walking a large white dog, looking quite nonchalant, and didn't seem to care about the duel at all.
Some lower-level Heavenly Demon Seed, unaware of the inside story, were quite surprised. They watched as the Xin Yuan lazily conversed with the renowned Jade Emperor, seemingly unconcerned.
"Is he very strong?" asked Second Realm Heavenly Demon Seed.
"Observe more, speak less. Its name, Xin Yuan, is quite significant; it has a very powerful background," a Third Realm Heavenly Demon Seed secretly reminded him.
The Jade Emperor personally went over and treated the Xin Yuan with great courtesy, showing no airs of a high-level expert and treating him as an equal!
Xin Yuan, with sword-like eyebrows reaching his temples, exudes heroic spirit. He appears in human form, but his pupils are adorned with golden cross patterns. His entire being possesses an outstanding aura, with a unique Daoist charm surrounding him.
"Could it be that the Xin Yuan, already in the Third Realm, is already comparable to the Jade Emperor in the Fourth Realm?" Some Heavenly Demon Seed exchanged secrets.
A powerful Demon God expression, said, "That's not it. No one can cross the border and defeat the Jade Emperor, who is in the Fourth Realm. It's just that the Xin Yuan's background is too extraordinary; even some demon ancestors have high hopes for him."
"No way?" Even the Demon Race prodigy, who was hearing about it for the first time, was astonished.
Even though they are all Heavenly Demon Seed, they are unlikely to catch the eye of the Demon Ancestor unless they reach the Fourth Realm. What merit does this Xin Yuan possess to be valued so highly?
"He grew up immersed in the Spirit Light Pool of the Saint Mountain!" a great demon revealed a secret.
People discovered that the Jade Emperor was not only polite to the Xin Yuan, but also smiled broadly and got along well with Wu Youdao and Jin Gui.
Xin Yuan nodded and said, "Alright, since you've agreed, I'll go to the Demon Immortal Pool for a bath in Moon Queen. I'll take action for you today."
"Very well, I believe in your strength, you will surely be able to kill him!" The Jade Emperor had great confidence in him.
Xin Yuan, leading his large white dog, walked over, still lazy and completely indifferent. Looking at Qin Ming, he said, "We meet again. Await Execution."
On the Night Prefecture side, some people showed solemn expressions, sensing that this ape was extraordinary.
The mature-looking man from the Six Royals Ancestral Court, possessing the power of the Three Imperial Force, approached Qin Ming and solemnly reminded him, "This demon is strange; even the Jade Emperor of the Four Realms treat him as an equal. If things cannot be accomplished, do not force it."
"His Consciousness Spirit Light was accompanied by a Golden Lotus, a truly remarkable sight." Immortal Path Zhuo Qingming spoke, his vertical eye between his brows emitting Divine Radiance.
A mysterious pattern also surfaced deep within Jiang Ran's eyes, prompting her to remark, "He's practicing a genuine immortal Immortal Path True Scripture, very similar to the lost <Calamity Avoidance Immortal Scripture> from our Beyond the Mundane."
The Immortal Path Disciple were all in uproar, deeply shocked. How could that supreme martial art, which they all desperately desired, have fallen into the hands of demons?
Even Cui Chonghe showed surprise, because the lost "Calamity Avoidance Immortal Scripture" was not necessarily inferior to the "Undying Immortal Scripture" he practiced.
His Immortal Embryo is newly formed, and every step forward he takes will Bathe and Wash Marrow and improve his condition. If the other party steps into the Fourth Realm, the <Calamity Avoidance Immortal Scripture> will also have unfathomable wonders, and most likely all laws will be unable to penetrate it.
"Be careful, this monkey seems to be quite extraordinary!" Xiang Yiwu warned, as he also possessed a special eye technique.
Qin Ming nodded, and after being warned by those present, he walked forward with a very serious expression, holding the Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber.
He never underestimated Xin Yuan; he sensed danger when the three demons ambushed him last time.
He believes that a one-on-one match today shouldn't be a problem.
"Big White, go and weigh him up!" Xin Yuan said, a faint smile on his face, as if he wanted to unleash the vicious dog to hurt someone.
"You demons are all the same. Do you think this will elevate yourselves?" Qin Ming said, his voice filled with killing intent.
The large, snow-white dog was running forward when suddenly its fur stood on end. It was very strong and sensed that if it continued to charge forward, it would die.
"Stupid dog, come back. A dying man's emotions are stable, so let's not mess with his mentality." Xin Yuan sighed, genuinely afraid that Big Dog would be killed.
Wu Yaozu was immediately displeased; this monkey was deliberately trying to provoke his opponent. He immediately said, "You impudent monkey, you seem to care about your dog brother."
Xin Yuan glanced at him but ignored him.
He was no longer lazy, but his expression became serious. He said, "It seems I'll have to show my true skills today. Hmm, I am the Xin Yuan, and you are the Upright Demon Ape. We are close relatives. Why don't you surrender to me and avoid being killed?"
Qin Ming greeted him warmly and kindly, "Eight days have passed, has your tail grown yet?"
"Since we can't persuade him, then let's send him on his way!" Xin Yuan's face darkened. Last time, he was ambushed by the other party's Exotic Metal Small Sword, and a piece of his tail was cut off, which was quite humiliating.
Those in the Demon Race faction who knew the true background of the Xin Yuan were somewhat stunned upon hearing this news.
Even the Jade Emperor's face twitched slightly before he smiled faintly. He knew that Qin Ming had gotten himself into big trouble.
"Come, let me show you what Fiend Sword Immortal is!" Xin Yuan said solemnly, and with a clang, he drew a crimson longsword from behind his back.
This is a Jade Iron weapon. The blade is like red jade, polished to a high gloss. From the tip to the hilt, it is bathed in red light.
"The Fiend Sword Immortal is invincible at the same level!" Clearly, Xin Yuan was trying to vindicate the Fiend Sword Immortal.
Qin Ming gripped the hilt of his sword tightly and said, "Let me count... Huang Fei, Wei Jian, Zhu Jianhao, Tong, and that plump woman from earlier—how come all the people I killed were Fiend Sword Immortal?"
Immediately, everyone in the Demon Race race camp looked grim.
Previously, it was only speculation about which Heavenly Demon Seed he had killed, and it wasn't entirely certain, but now it has been personally confirmed by him.
Without another word, Xin Yuan immediately unleashed his ultimate technique, determined to defeat this person with his unparalleled prowess on par with the Fiend Sword Immortal, letting his battle record speak for itself!
In an instant, dozens or even hundreds of Sword Qi shot out from the crimson longsword in his hand, accompanied by thunderous roars that shook the vast plain.
The expressions of all the Seed Level Figure changed. The young Xin Yuan's Swordsmanship; his Sword Qi was like thunder. It was quite terrifying to have reached this level.
When this level of sword intent reaches its highest level, One Sword strike is like a bolt of lightning crashing down from the clouds, piercing through the opponent with unparalleled power.
Even now, its power is awe-inspiring.
Many people's eyes were blurred, unable to keep up with that speed. The Sword Qi was like thunder, crisscrossing and converging on the human youth in the arena.
Qin Ming drew his sword and rose into the air, the gleaming blade illuminating the night sky!
Although he was holding Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber, he was using the Sun Immortal Sword Art, and this time he wasn't just holding the hilt; he actually had the sword in his hand.
This means that he has already grasped this sword manual to a whole new level.
In an instant, Golden Haze filled the air, sweeping outwards from him like a hurricane. This was Sword Qi Storm that engulfed the so-called Sword Qi Thunderclap.
The two charged at each other, each brandishing their swords and blades, engaging in a fierce duel, clashing more than a hundred times in the blink of an eye.
Xin Yuan's heart pounded wildly, and his demonic blood boiled. He had never encountered such a powerful opponent before. His strong body, which he had developed since childhood in the Spirit Pool, could barely withstand the opponent's strength.
In the past, he could crush others with his physique, but now his right hand, which grips the sword, is somewhat numb.
Most importantly, although they were both in the Third Realm, he felt that this human boy was definitely not at his level, yet he was able to fight him, which was quite terrifying!
Now, he has essentially been defeated and the battle has ended in a draw.
Qin Ming was also surprised. This was the first time he had encountered such a powerful opponent at the third realm. They clashed swords and blades over a hundred times, and this Xin Yuan steadily caught them all.
The next moment, Five-Colored Saber Light —red, blue, black, white, and yellow—appeared behind him, unfolding layer by layer like a blade wheel, before slashing forward.
He had no sympathy for such a demon; it was a bloody battle, a fight to the death, so he was naturally ruthless in killing it.
"Um?"
Xin Yuan was startled, sensing a terrifying blade intent. The opponent's Five-Colored Divine Light encompassed the Five Elements and was accompanied by a terrifying Sacred Fiend. Had this been the use of their ultimate trump card?
With a soft shout, the wind and clouds shifted, and the world lost its color. A Golden Lotus appeared around him, exuding endless auspicious energy. A misty haze rose up, blocking the blade's light.
"The <Calamity Avoidance Immortal Scripture> is indeed extraordinary. It can vaguely demonstrate the divine Divine Charm of being impervious to all laws even when it is only in the Third Realm!" Pei Shuyan said, revealing the truth.
Dozens, even hundreds, of sword lights flashed past, yet the Xin Yuan remained unharmed, demonstrating the extraordinary nature of this scripture.
At the final moment, the Five Colors Saber— red, blue, black, white, and yellow—shone exceptionally brightly, like a five-colored sun exploding, and the Xin Yuan was unable to dissipate.
With a soft thud, blood gushed from his shoulder, his chest was slashed open to the bone, blood splattered across his face, and a deep gash appeared on his neck.
His Xin Yuan trembled with fear, and he retreated at lightning speed. The wounds on his body were most severe on his neck, where the blade had nearly beheaded him.
He used a special immortal scripture to escape the calamity and quickly healed his wounds.
Enraged, the Xin Yuan released the Scarlet Fiend Sword and unleashed its Sword Riding Art. In an instant, it cleaved through the night sky like a bolt of lightning, flying towards Qin Ming.
Qin Ming sneered and released his grip as well; everyone knows how to control a sword.
In the blink of an eye, the flying sword and the Jade Iron Saber clashed, constantly bursting forth with sword light and Saber Qi.
"According to my will, all thoughts become reality." The Xin Yuan roared, its whole body glowing. The <Calamity Avoidance Immortal Scripture> could make all kinds of magic difficult to penetrate, and at the same time, it could illuminate one's own thoughts, which could finally solidify and become reality.
In an instant, young men with Xin Yuan appeared from all directions, all wielding Scarlet Jade Iron Sword, and slashing at Qin Ming.
One Sword strike unleashed a terrifying surge of Sword Qi, not an illusion, its sound like thunder. This sword intent was enough to annihilate the likes of Huang Fei and Wei Jian.
The Xin Yuan certainly had reason to be arrogant; his sword-wielding form was everywhere.
Even though Qin Ming blocked all the sword light, an inexplicable danger was still approaching.
Each of those figures of the Xin Yuan had a wisp of sword intent condensed within it, like threads weaving together in the void to form a sword net, carrying a rich Daoist charm.
"The sword intent is like a net in the sky, and the Daoist rhyme is rising. This is to give birth to a Sword of Order, which will then slay the great enemy!" The Jade Emperor nodded inwardly.
Qin Ming's expression was indifferent. The invisible Spiritual Field around his body expanded, and then he unleashed it with all his might, distorting the void.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
The thoughts reflected by the Xin Yuan caused the figures wielding swords to explode one after another, torn apart by the Spiritual Field activated by Qin Ming with all his might.
"Is that Mount Sumeru Field, or Heavenly Demon Force Field? No, it also seems like the expansion of Pure Yang Consciousness Spirit Light."
Both sides' candidates were taken aback.
Qin Ming did not want to fight him for a long time. The Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber in his hand flickered, sometimes bright and sometimes dark, sometimes white, as he unleashed the sword intent from the Black White Scripture.
In an instant, he wielded a blade that revealed life and death, and withered Withering and Flourishing. Black and White Light alternated, projecting Yin Yang Diagram in front of him, and then bursting forth with the Two Forms Saber Light.
Puff!
The Xin Yuan's head was cleaved away by a white light, and then its angry eyes dimmed, because its head, which was flying in mid-air, was split in two by a Dark Light.
In an instant, the place fell completely silent.
The powerful Xin Yuan was killed by Qin Ming before he was killed by two opposing factions.
"Your future is bleak, yet you have slain that man's Xin Yuan," the Jade Emperor said.
Qin Ming responded, "It doesn't matter whose Xin Yuan he is; any demon from the Third Realm who dares to fight will be slain!"