Burning Ruin Venerable

"Holy crap! Heavenly Tier Fighting Skill! Possession by a Ghost!"

That's right.

The person standing before Zhang Xuanchen was none other than Xiao Yan he hadn't seen for over three years!

He had long since shed his youthful naiveté, and his face was now filled with fortitude and determination.

His strength also advanced from Qi Refinement first level of Qi Refining to the Qi Refining Ninth Layer.

Judging from his aura, he is not far from reaching the Qi Refining Tenth Layer.

Zhang Xuanchen would never believe that he hadn't gone through countless hardships during that time.

At twenty-one years old, he was at the Qi Refining Ninth Layer, making him a top genius even in the Zhang Family.

Who dares to call him trash?

At this moment, Xiao Yan, who was possessed by Burning Ruin Venerable, had his aura surge to the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage.

However, this powerful force far exceeded his body's capacity to withstand it, and it was impossible for him to maintain it for long.

Therefore, a swift and decisive victory is the only option.

The Foundation Establishment Early Stage Evil Cultivator, who had been blasted away by that powerful aura, looked at Xiao Yan, whose strength had surged dramatically, with shock in his eyes.

Four Foundation Establishment Early Stage and thirteen late Qi Refining Evil Cultivator were besieged by this kid, but he killed half of them using various methods.

Just when he was about to be defeated, he suddenly unleashed such terrifying strength.

Is this kid a ghost?

Is there no justice left?!

"Impossible! How could you possibly still have the energy left!"

What kind of Secret Method is this?

Did you hide your strength from the beginning? Were you deliberately toying with us?

The leader, a Foundation Establishment Early Stage Evil Cultivator, had a ferocious expression and loudly questioned the matter.

To this, Burning Ruin Venerable gave a wicked smile, "The dead need not know!"

Having said that, his figure vanished from the spot, reappearing like a ghost before the Foundation Establishment Early Stage cultivator.

The elbow, wreathed in flames, struck him directly in the left heart with absolute force.

Its speed was as fast as lightning, and the Evil Cultivator in the Foundation Establishment Early Stage had no time to dodge.

Click!

His chest caved in, and his left ribs, along with his heart, were shattered by the elbow strike.

He died instantly.

Upon seeing their captain killed in a single move, the last Foundation Establishment Early Stage cultivator and the seven late-stage Qi Refining Evil Cultivator scattered and fled, preparing to return to Spirit Jade Island to report the matter to the branch hall master.

"Run! Run! This kid is inhuman! He killed three Foundation Establishment Early Stage cultivators in the late Qi Refining!"

He's a monster!

"Damn it! Anyone else would have been unconscious eight times over from the injuries on this kid!"

This guy's strength surges every time he's about to die; it's unbelievable!

"Quickly! Report this to Lord Gu! He's definitely interested in the fortuitous opportunity this lad possesses!"

Laozi refuse to believe he could kill Foundation Establishment Late Stage cultivator!

Seeing everyone scatter and flee, Burning Ruin Venerable remained completely calm.

Hands form a mudra.

"Sword Come!"

In an instant, eight fiery magic swords, moving with lightning speed, suddenly appeared and pierced towards the fleeing group.

Although he was now only a fraction of his former strength, if these few ants escaped, he would lose face terribly.

The fiery Sword Momentum in its path, turning grass, trees, and rocks into scorched earth.

"Ah!"

"Ah! Ah!"

With several screams, the seven Qi Refining Evil Cultivator were burned to ashes by the fire sword, leaving not even ashes behind.

Only that Evil Cultivator in the Foundation Establishment Early Stage burned his Foundation Establishment True Essence and used his natal magic Law Artifact, the Blood Soul Banner, to resist.

Countless wronged souls surged forth, howling and desperately trying to block the onslaught of the fire sword.

At this moment, the Foundation Establishment Evil Cultivator retreated continuously, leaving a scratch mark over a hundred meters long beneath his feet.

Seeing that the vengeful spirits within his Blood Soul Banner and his own Spiritual Qi were about to be exhausted, and under the threat of death, the Foundation Establishment Evil Cultivator immediately begged for mercy:

"Young man... young friend, don't kill me! I promise I won't reveal your secret!"

And I won't tell Lord Gu your information!

From this day forward, I will definitely turn over a new leaf and become a good person, truly!

Please spare my life!

Upon hearing the other party's plea for mercy, Xiao Yan's lips curled upwards. He controlled his sword with his mind and pushed it through the air.

"I only believe in the dead!"

With a soft "whoosh," the fire sword pierced through the Evil Cultivator's body, and flames spread, burning him to ashes.

As the dust settled, Xiao Yan looked towards the bushes where Zhang Xuanchen was hiding.

"Sir, you've been watching for so long, it's time to show yourself."

His voice was indifferent and extremely authoritative, making it impossible for anyone to feel any desire to resist.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xuanchen thought to himself:

As expected, although his current level of Breath Concealment Technique was not low, it was simply not enough in front of a powerhouse like Burning Ruin Venerable.

"Brother Chen, be careful, there's a Spirit Transformation Soul cultivator inside this person."

His strength is beyond what you can handle right now. If he goes all out, I can only block two of his attacks at most.

Let's retreat; as long as we're alive, we can always rebuild."

Under the oppressive aura of Burning Ruin Venerable, Zhang Xuanjing didn't even dare to show himself, otherwise he would definitely be discovered.

It can only be transmitted within Zhang Xuanchen's sea of consciousness.

She was unaware of Zhang Xuanchen's relationship with Xiao Yan, so her first thought was to run away.

Hearing Zhang Xuanjing's nervous voice, Zhang Xuanchen reassured him, "It's alright. Xiao Yan and I are old acquaintances, he shouldn't make a move against me."

"And I also want to get something important from his remnant soul."

After speaking, he leaped up and arrived a hundred meters in front of Xiao Yan, his Spiritual Qi surging and his eyes icy cold.

He knew his disguise would be seen through, but that was exactly what he wanted.

Sure enough, Xiao Yan's expression faltered upon seeing Zhang Xuanchen.

It's you.

Hearing his master's soft murmur, Xiao Yan asked, "Master, who is he?"

Zhang Xuanchen pretended not to hear Burning Ruin Venerable's murmurs.

A voice, chillingly indifferent, rang out. "Where is the original owner of this body?"

Where's my brother Xiao Yan?

Confess honestly, or I'll kill you!

His Second Revolution Peak Qi and Blood and blood power, combined with his Foundation Establishment Early Stage cultivation, erupted as he coldly stared at the young man before him.

The reason for doing this was twofold: firstly, to showcase her talent to the other party, and secondly, to demonstrate her concern for Xiao Yan.

This will increase the goodwill that the master and disciple have towards you.

This will make it much easier to gain benefits from Burning Ruin Venerable in the future.

Looking at Zhang Xuanchen before him, Burning Ruin Venerable was filled with astonishment. Breaking through to the Foundation Establishment in just three years, and even reaching the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage in Body Refinement—was this even human?

He truly is a prodigy!

I never imagined that so many extraordinary talents would emerge from this South Sea Immortal Continent!

That's really strange.

Could it be that this destiny lies in the South Sea Immortal Continent, rather than in the Central Land Immortal Continent?

Seeing Zhang Xuanchen approaching with murderous intent, Burning Ruin Venerable nodded inwardly.

This kid is quite loyal and values relationships.

However, he was a bit reckless.

He dared to stand up for that silly boy Xiao Yan without even knowing his own background and strength. His courage is commendable, but his character still needs to be tempered.

Although they have the capital to be arrogant, they still need to conceal their shortcomings before they have fully matured.

Just as Zhang Xuanchen was about to swing his sword, Burning Ruin Venerable spoke up:

"Young friend Xuan Chen, please wait."

Xiao Yan is alright.

He then withdrew control of the body, intending to offer some guidance to Zhang Xuanchen, but Xiao Yan's body wouldn't allow it.

If this continues, he'll explode and die within five minutes.

Let Xiao Yan talk to Zhang Xuanchen himself.