History's Strongest Senior Brother c1-1474

by 八月飞鹰, Ba Yue Fei Ying, August Eagle

  Ling Qing quickly said, “Meanwhile, the experts of the Western Pure Lands and the Demon Race are merely spectating from aside.”

  “While the Nine Underworlds is indeed the public enemy, the Buddhists and Demons were more inclined to watch the mutual assured destruction between the Nine Underworlds and us.” Yan Zhaoge rubbed his temples softly.

  Ling Qing nodded, “That’s right, which is why the Southern Extremity Longevity Emperor’s side and the Nine Underworlds’ Devils held back their strength during the fight. They were cautious, just in case others attempted to take advantage of them.”

  While she was speaking, Gao Qingxuan also received a transmission from the Incongruence Divine Mother. The contents were more or less the same as what Ling Qing had stated.

  “As for the battle results, the Wood Devil was heavily wounded while another Grand Heavenly Realm Devil Lord perished.” Gao Qingxuan said, “After the Water Devil failed to reincarnate, and the Nine Underworlds’ Devils retreated, the Buddhists and Demons went all-out to corner the Infernal Devils.”

  With the Great Devils’ retreat, Yan Zhaoge and the others would have a much easier time dealing with the Earth Devil’s matters.

  “Our state isn’t any better.” Yan Zhaoge sighed.

  Yan Di’s condition was still fine. With his meditation and mild conditioning, he could recover his battle prowess within a short amount of time.

  However, Feng Yunsheng was different. In her previous battle, she almost passed the Origin Heavenly Tribulation.

  She still deemed it to be too early.

  The devilish intent becoming more vigorous wasn’t beneficial to her attempt to maintain her state of mind.

  While she seemed stable for now, she was in no way in the state to fight against someone for the time being. Even if she were to fight, she’d have to restrict the usage of her strength severely.

  Only after a period of recuperation would she be able to go all-out once again.

  Most importantly, the black jade bottle gifted by the Southern Extremity Longevity Emperor already had some cracks on its surface. It also required a period of recuperation. Otherwise, if she used it again, the bottle would face the risk of being shattered.

  Feng Yunsheng being unable to go all-out was undoubtedly a massive blow to their side’s combat prowess.

  Most importantly, the Domain of Thousand Scales underwent destruction, and the Chaotic Heavenly Devil Slaying Ritual was already destroyed.

  The former was something unattainable without extreme luck, while the latter required an insurmountable number of resources, which they lack.

  When dealing with the Earth Devil, these two major contributions wouldn’t be of help anymore.

  “How much longer can we delay the Earth Devil’s reincarnation?” asked Daoist Cloud Conquest solemnly.

  “Only for a while. Any longer, and he will break out of the restrictions.” Yan Zhaoge answered, “We’ll have to evacuate Little Jun and his mother out of the Sky beyond Skies as soon as possible. Otherwise, the Heart Devil would discover their location.”

  If they remained by the Awakened Sky Cosmos, the Pill Hall would be able to assist them.

  However, during the Earth Devil’s reincarnation process, the Awakened Sky Cosmos’s coordinates would then be exposed to the Nine Underworlds.

  While the Primordial Heart Devil, the Shadow Devil, and other Great Devils were forced into retreat, they would undoubtedly reveal the Awakened Sky Cosmos’s location to the heretics, the Buddhists, and even the Demons. When that time comes, things would turn sour for Yan Zhaoge and the others.

  With such a grim future, they definitely couldn’t risk facing such a situation.

  “The Primordial Heart Devil’s injury inflicted by our Daoism’s forebearer – the Master Amidst Clouds is still present. This had greatly weakened his authority’s might.” Gao Qingxuan frowned and said, “Nonetheless, Shi Jun and his mother’s cultivation are far too weak. They can’t possibly resist the Heart Devil’s infestation.”

  After the Middle era, the Primordial Heart devil had fought against the Jade Clear bigwig – the Master Amidst Clouds before.

  At that time, the Master Amidst Clouds attained the highest level of proficiency towards the Jade Clear Origin Heavenly Scripture. With that, he rose to the realm of utmost eminence, becoming someone mystifying.

  As for the results of the battle, both sides suffered from grave injuries.

  In the end, the Master Amidst Clouds had suffered too much damage and ended up perishing. Among all the known experts, no one else had reached the same height as him in terms of proficiency towards the Origin Heavenly Scripture.

  As for the Primordial Heart Devil, he had suffered from severe injuries and had secluded himself by the Nine Underworlds for many years. After the Great Calamity, he finally started moving about once again. However, since he hadn’t recovered fully, his authoritative might have yet to return to its prime self, making him less mystifying than his former self.

  “From today’s battle, we can conclude that the Primordial Heart Devil had yet to recover to his prime state. Of course, it could also be the pressure inflicted by Senior Suo and the others.”

  Yan Zhaoge contemplated for a while, and looked towards Ling Qing, “Now that the Nine Underworlds had retreated temporarily, could we request the assistance of the Southern Extremity Longevity Emperor? I would like him to prevent the Primordial Heart Devil’s interference and support us in dealing with the Earth Devil.”

  Among all the Daoism’s bigwig experts, the Southern Extremity Longevity Emperor’s proficiency in the Heart’s Will Thunder Incantation and the Heart’s Will Heavenly Scripture was considered top-notch.

  Among all the Daoism bigwig experts, he was the most expertise in dealing with the Heart Devil.

  “I’ll contact him and relay your words unto him,” said Ling Qing in a simple manner.

  As they talked, they continued traversing by the void.

  On the way back, Yan Zhaoge’s complexion changed slightly, “Senior apprentice-uncle Yue is near. He’s trying to group up with us now.”

  Looks of eagerness showed on the faces of Gao Qingxuan and Daoist Cloud Conquest.

  After a while, a sword-light flickered by the faraway void. It shot through the air and stopped close to where everyone was. Then, Yue Zhenbei’s figure appeared.

  Seeing how he was alone, the hearts of Gao Qingxuan and Daoist Cloud Conquest wavered.

  The two still harbored a sliver of hope and quickly welcomed Yue Zhenbei. Long Xingquan was aware of his wife’s thoughts as well and quickly followed after her. Then he asked, “Zhenbei, what happened to Old Woman Li, Jingshen, and Little Ye?”

  “Senior apprentice-uncle Long, Jingshen, and Little Friend Yue were separated from me. However, based on the situation during that time, they should be safe. Only, I have no idea which space they swirled into.” After remaining silent for a while, Yue Zhenbei finally spoke.

  He didn’t hide anything, nor did he make any excuse. He said, “Practitioner Ziteng had perished.”

  Hearing his words, Gao Qingxuan’s mind went blank, and dizziness overwhelmed her, “Master…”

  Long Xingquan quickly supported his wife and felt the coldness emitting from her body.

  Daoist Cloud Conquest had a pained expression, and he couldn’t bear to say anything.

  “Zhenbei, I know how you usually are. I believe that you’ve tried your best.” Long Xingquan solemnly questioned, “What exactly happened?”

  Yue Zhenbei remained silent for a moment.

  Just as Long Xingquan said, he had indeed tried his best. However, if he mentioned that the Vine Sovereign – Li Ying would rather perish than receive his aid, he would receive suspicions of pushing the responsibility onto someone else. It wasn’t sure what kind of reaction Gao Qingxuan and Daoist Cloud Conquest would present.

  Only, Yue Zhenbei had always been a fair and upright person. After a moment of contemplation, he went ahead to describe what had
happened.

  Daoist Cloud Conquest sighed.

  If Yu Ye were still alive, the credibility of Yue Zhenbei’s words would immediately be testified. As such, there was no reason for Yue Zhenbei to hide the truth.

  If he wanted to trick the Roving Jade Heavens into fighting against the Nine Underworlds with them, he could most definitely cover up the fact that the Vine Sovereign had perished. He didn’t have to do this at all.

  Moreover, while their relationship with each other was considered sour, Long Xingquan knew what kind of person Yue Zhenbei was, as they had interacted with each other frequently…

  Daoist Cloud Conquest turned his head and looked towards Gao Qingxuan.

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  Gao Qingxuan’s body froze on the spot. She shut her eyes, lifted her head, and remained silent.

  Long Xingquan also silently stood beside his wife.

  “It’s not your fault.” After a long while, Gao Qingxuan finally opened her eyes and declared lonesomely, “Such is my master’s unyielding attitude.”

  She sighed, “Relax, I’m fine. We should work together to purge our mutual enemy – the Nine Underworlds. We’ll discuss the matters regarding my master after everything is over.”

  “Regardless, we still have to locate Little Ye and Little Friend Nie’s whereabouts. We wouldn’t want them to be used by the Nine Underworlds, just like what happened to my master previously.”

  Gao Qingxuan lowered her eyelids, and her tone gradually turned calm.

  “Naturally.” Yan Zhaoge said, “I believe that those two will surely be safe.”

  Gao Qingxuan silently nodded and went ahead first.

  Long Xingquan immediately followed after her and gently held her palm. Then, he saw Gao Qingxuan’s sorrowed face.

  As her husband, Long Xingquan was well aware of how deep the sorrow was within his wife’s heart. She wasn’t as calm as the front she put up.

  The Vine Sovereign – Li Ying had many exceptional disciples.

  The Tai Sovereign and Di Qinglian perished fairly early, the Lofty Sovereign – Zhang Qingchao deserted the Roving Jade Heavens, and Kong Qingxi had perished.

  Other than them, most of the Vine Sovereign’s disciples had also perished.

  As Li Ying’s eldest disciple after the Great Calamity, Gao Qingxuan’s achievements far surpassed other disciples. At the same time, the Vine Sovereign relayed all her hopes onto Gao Qingxuan.

  More of her peers started perishing, and her master had to go through the saddening experience of sending off the young. Gao Qingxuan hoped that her master could be more forgiving during her older days.

  Yet, in regards to her relationship with the Exalted Gold Luminary – Yan Xingtang’s lineage, Gao Qingxuan couldn’t obey her master’s will.

  Since Li Ying’s confrontation with Yue Zhenbei, the grudges had been accumulating non-stop.

  When the Roving Jade Heavens moved into the Pill Hall, the Vine Sovereign showed no objections whatsoever, as it was indeed beneficial to the Roving Jade Heavens. Only, she ultimately left the Roving Jade Heavens in the end.

  Initially, Gao Qingxuan hoped that the grudges would slowly dissolve with the flow of time and ultimately resolved. Then, when that time comes, she could welcome her master’s return.

  Yet, beyond her wildest imaginations, the parting that year became eternal.

  When she last met the Vine Sovereign, the Vine Sovereign had already been captured by the Nine Underworlds.

  Through Yan Zhaoge’s original plan, the Vine Sovereign and the Blood Star Devil Monarch were transported to a specified location. Yet, the one awaiting there was Yue Zhenbei. In the end, the Vine Sovereign – Li Ying, would rather perish than receive Yue Zhenbei’s favor.

  She couldn’t blame Yue Zhenbei, nor could she blame Yan Zhaoge and the others.

  What she harbored were only the emotions of self-blaming.

  She questioned herself. If everything restarts all over, will my choice change? Or will everything remain the same?

  Her heart turned more bitter as such thoughts flashed across her mind. Sorrow and guilt wreathed together, making it hard to digest such emotions.

  Long Xingquan knew what was going through her mind. However, such matters weren’t related to him. He had no qualifications to consult Gao Qingxuan. He could only silently remain by her side.

  Yan Zhaoge helplessly let out a sigh.

  While saying so was disrespecting the deceased, the Vine Sovereign’s decision had plunged everyone into an awkward situation.

  Fortunately, Yu Ye was still around. As long as Yu Ye returned safely, and her narration fits Yue Zhenbei’s description, the Jade Clear lineage would remain rational.

  However, one couldn’t be certain whether countless cracks would appear between the bonds of the Roving Jade Heavens and the Sky beyond Skies.

  Fortunately, Gao Qingxuan was currently in-charge of the Roving Jade Heavens. At the very least, no havoc would occur.

  “If we had to blame someone, I’m the one to blame.” Yan Zhaoge sighed. He then looked to the Sword Sovereign – Yue Zhenbei and said, “I only considered the fact that the Female Emperor – Senior Jie was close to you, which was why I tasked you to await there.”

  If Long Xingquan or Daoist Cloud Conquest were there instead, things would turn out differently.

  “No one expected Daoist Ziteng to be captured by the Nine Underworlds.” Yan Di sat atop the Grand Simplicity Splendour Cloud and said, “Let’s just say, fate toyed with us.”

  Yue Zhenbei shook his head, “Even if today’s matters never happened, I would ultimately be forced to face off Li Ziteng. In fact, the day could very possibly arrive very soon.”

  Due to the old injuries, the Vine Sovereign – Li Ying couldn’t challenge the Profound Origin Tribulation, achieve the Five Qis Unification, and ascend to the Grand Virtual Realm.

  She was someone that lived before the Great Calamity, someone that lived in the same era as the Earthly Sovereign – Jiang Shen.

  When taking a Profound Immortal’s maximum age into account, the Vine Sovereign was already old enough to be meeting her end soon enough.

  On the contrary, Yue Zhenbei’s improvements were drastic. He had already achieved the Four Qis Fused Aura level, which placed him in the Profound Immortal peak Realm.

  If nothing out of the ordinary happened, based on his potential and strength, it was only a matter of time before he ultimately reached the Virtual Immortal Realm.

  While the Vine Sovereign acquiesced to the Roving Jade Heavens’ move, her actions just showed how stubborn and how strong of a temperament this Prime Clear Old Grand Master had.

  One could already foresee her challenging Yue Zhenbei either before he ascends to the Virtual Immortal Realm or before her vitality meets its end.

  Such grudges couldn’t be described by the term “obsession” alone.

  Yan Zhaoge remorsefully said, “If she didn’t lose her mind even under such circumstances, the Vine Sovereign’s willpower is truly unwavering. On the other hand, thanks to her resoluteness, she ended up suffering from such tragedy.”

  Excessively intense sinister intents or obsessive intents would ultimately turn into devilish intents, causing one to succumb to darkness, turning them to the Nine Underworlds.

  The Vine Sovereign – Li Ying harbored intensely deep grudges against Yue Zhenbei and Yan Xintang’s entire lineage. Moreover, she was even captured by the Great Devils, threatened, and tortured. Yet, she could still maintain her heart’s cleanliness and even discern her thoughts very clearly. Even Yan Zhaoge was impressed by her resoluteness.

  Unfortunately, precisely because of this, she ended up in such a horrid state.

  Yue Zhenbei and Yan Di both looked at each other with a complex expression. Yan Zhaoge’s words were exactly what they were thinking.

  “The deceased had already perished. May she rest in peace,” said Yan Di slowly. />
  “May the deceased rest in peace.” Yan Zhaoge smiled bitterly, “We have to worry about those still alive. Hopefully, senior apprentice-brother Nie and senior apprentice-sister Yu would turn out safe.”

  Yue Zhenbei shook his head, “The spatial distortion could lead one to multiple different universes. After I settled down, I tried to locate them in my surroundings, yet it was no avail. They should’ve been transported to somewhere very far away from me.”

  “Now, I can only hope that they’re still within the void’s boundless outskirts, and not in the lands of the heretics, the Buddhists, or the Demons.” Yan Zhaoge asked, “They couldn’t possibly separate from each other, right?”

  Yue Zhenbei thought for a while and said, “They shouldn’t have.”

  “If that’s the case, the two can take care of each other. It should be safer for them.” Yan Di added, “Whether it’s Nie Jingshen or Yu Ye, they’re both outstandingly talented. If the two work together and try their best to remain low-key, they should be capable of dealing with most situations.”

  “One reveals their true self in adversity. I wonder when the two share their hardships, would some sparks kindle between them?” Yan Zhaoge made a joyous remark amidst his bitterness, “While the two occasionally fought against each other, they do admire each other. They have no problems conversing with each other.”

  Yan Di and Yue Zhenbei threw queer gazes.

  “Don’t look at me like that. I’m thinking about this matter very seriously.” An amusing expression overtook Yan Zhaoge’s face, “According to senior apprentice-uncle Yue, the two disappeared without witnessing the Vine Sovereign’s final moments. Now, they should be filled with worries and still harbor a sliver of hope.”

  He looked at Yan Di, “From what I heard, you only knew mother after you fought her in the past. The same goes for my grandparents, senior apprentice-uncle Long and Senior Gao. All of you transitioned duels into marriage. Since senior apprentice-brother Nie and senior apprentice-sister Yu are of their lineage, I can’t help but think in that direction.”