Upon hearing this, Baili Jia Jue rolled his eyes. However, he did not look at Zongzheng Wen Ren. He stood upright in the battle field, wearing a black cloak over his shoulder. He always had a tall physique, coupled with a pair of long legs. Now that he was fully dressed in black, his figure was further accentuated, making him more elegant than ever. The venue was rather confined, but his presence had seemingly turned the place into a big, exquisite yet sinister hall. Nevertheless, Zongzheng Wen Ren, the Crown Prince, seemed miniscule before Baili Jia Jue.
He voiced a provocative remark with a slow pace, "Seeing how much time and energy you've spent to get rid of the ghost and almost got rid of yourself, I reckon that it's better choice to not take any advice from you."
Zongzheng Wen Ren's face glowered as he tightened his grip around the handle of his Peach Wood Sword.
The exorcist from Huangzi Nation was triggered by Baili Jia Jue's words. Hence, he faked a smile as he defended Zongzheng Wen Ren, "Third Prince, it's unlikely that someone else would stay absolutely unharmed if he or she was to be put under the previous circ.u.mstances His Highness Wen Ren has done a considerably good job. Even if Your Highness are involved in a similar situation, you might not even achieve His Highness Wen Ren's result. Exorcism is different from war and I hope that Your Highness will not mix up the two."
"That's right. It's easy to fight in a war for all you have to do is to soak your blade red. For exorcism, not only you have to beware of the cunning hostile ghosts, you have to hold fast to avoid being influenced by their ghoulish aura. You're not going to win against the hostile ghosts with merely violence and martial Qi. Therefore, Third Prince should not take things lightly," the other exorcists joined in to lecture Baili Jia Jue as if War Dragon Dynasty was certainly going to lose.
Baili Jia Jue disregarded the crowd and continued to stand still and stare into space, waiting for the match to begin.
Helian Wei Wei chuckled. Her tone was nonchalant yet distinctive, and was audible to the crowd, "His Highness, perhaps we should dismiss the hostile ghosts with violence today? Do you want to stand back?"
"Am I not standing far enough?" Baili Jia Jue always treated Helian Wei Wei differently as he stared at Helian Wei Wei with his onyx eyes that was full of affection.
Helian Wei Wei muffled her voice to make sure that her words were only audible to Baili Jia Jue, "You have to move further. Do you think I haven't figured out why did the ghosts ran away so hastily just now? You were the one who scared them away. For now, it's better for you to stay away. If the hostile ghost dares not approach us, how are we going to fight them?"
"They will not notice me if you are standing in front of me and blocking me," Baili Jia Jue smiled wickedly.
Helian Wei Wei was very quick at grasping his statement. His Highness was meaning to say that, other than the reapers, all the other dark creatures were not able to distinguish his threatening aura due to her presence.
"Did the devils sign contracts with humans so that you can disguise yourself with the help of humans?" Helian Wei Wei lifted her eyebrows.
"That's really sly of you." Helian Wei Wei proceeded to stand in front of him. Since the dark creatures would not be able to detect His Highness' aura, then she had nothing to hold her back.
Bring it on!
Helian Wei Wei's lips curled into a smirk as she put one of her palms outward. The invisible spiritual aura was roused from the ground and condensed between her fingers. "Release the ghost!"
Chapter 678 - The Dashing Prince!
As Helian Wei Wei finished, the person who was restraining the hostile ghost unfastened the Spirit Binding Rope.
The possessed exorcist was quiet. He hung his head low and did not charge toward them like what his peer did before.
He simply stood there with an indecipherable expression, surrounded by a menacing aura.
The crowd who was at the periphery exchanged looks.
"What's going on?"
"Why is it so quiet?"
"This hostile ghost seems rather tame."
"No, that's impossible! He's not tame. Look at his hands!"
Besides his intimidating black nails, his hands were covered in a thin layer of frost!
"He… he's undergoing hostile changes!"
Almost all of the exorcists understood that the possessed person would become terrifying if he or she underwent hostile change.
As the possessed exorcist had kept his head low the whole time, nobody noticed his condition.
At long last, the exorcist raised his head. The Qi of Yin was clearly plastered on his face. However, he did not budge. Instead, he gradually lifted his head as if he was anticipating something.
"What is he doing?"
"He's absorbing the essence of the moonlight. That's horrible! This hostile ghost has successfully undergone hostile change. It's utterly impossible for Third Prince and Third Princess Consort to defeat it! We have to think of a way to stop it!"
"What about Crown Prince Wen Ren? He's overseeing the ritual and I reckon that it shouldn't cause havoc."
"I have never heard of anyone who has successfully vanquished the hostile ghosts that has undergone hostile changes, Crown Prince Wen Ren included."
"You are saying that even Crown Prince Wen Ren might not be able to defeat him?"
"Yes."
"Then, Third Princess Consort…"
Helian Wei Wei was feeling increasingly perturbed and uneasy. All of a sudden, outside the hall, thunder and lightning raged with fury.
At this time, everyone could finally observe its teeth clearly, which no longer looked like normal human's teeth. Instead, they looked like the fangs of a zombie that had been unearthed, protruding over his lower lip.
Helian Wei Wei narrowed her eyes and raised one of her hands. Instantly, spiritual aura surged into the sky.
She did not carry any yellow rune with her, yet all of the present yellow runes somehow were paying heed to Helian Wei Wei.
Whoosh! The runes immediately floated vertically in the air. A total number of 18 runes formed into a glowing circle of Light of Buddha!
"That… that's…" The exorcists stood up frantically as they stared at Helian Wei Wei in disbelief. Their gazes were wavering in distraught. "Divine Seal of the Exorcising Tribe!"
"This is impossible!" Distressed, Zongzheng Yu Er refused to believe the statement. However, she was unable to challenge the advent of the 18 Light of Buddha.
How did this happen?
How can she be a member of the Exorcising Tribe?
There must be a mistake!
But, what about the Eighteen Divine Seals?
Elder Xu Wu's put on a grave face upon seeing this!
He knew it better than anyone else that the Master was always the guardian of Exorcising Tribe.
However, he was astonished by the fact that someone had now conjured the Eighteen Divine Seals!
Can the Crown Prince and I win under such circ.u.mstances?
Zongzheng Wen Ren had seemingly read Elder Xu Wu's mind. His eyes deepened as he spoke with an awkward tone, "It's not over yet. Although Helian Wei Wei has certainly surpassed our expectations, there is a crucial weakness in their team, which is… the Third Prince from the War Dragon Dynasty!"
As he said this, Zongzheng Wen Ren glanced toward Baili Jia Jue and continued confidently, "At the moment, Eighteen Divine Seals' presence has been a good cover up for them, but the hostile ghost that has undergone hostile changes cannot be defeated so easily. Once it notices the flaw within their team, it will definitely attack on that spot recklessly. Then, Helian Wei Wei will not be able to save Baili Jia Jue no matter how powerful she is."
Zongzheng Wen Ren's words were seemingly proved when the hostile ghost looked at the 18 sheets of yellow runes that were floating above its head, but was clever enough to not make any move. It merely stood still as it sniffed and exhaled the aura of resentment from its mouth, passing through its fangs.
"Boss, what's it doing?" The reaper who had
been hiding in the dark took a glance at the center of the big hall.
Another reaper turned around to show its pallor face. However, deducing from its tone, it was evidently pleased by others' misfortune. "The hostile ghost is preying on the Great Demon King!"
The reapers were speechless as they seemed to have predicted the ending!
We're all dead. So, why would it want to dig its own grave?
Nonetheless, it doesn't look good for our Boss to try to etch a joyful expression on its deadpan face.
"Fourth brother, notify the judges and tell them to not appear. Tell them to stay put even when someone summons them. The aura of Great Demon King has been concealed and it will definitely scare the ghosts off if they are to appear!"
Fourth brother stammered, "I… I dare not go out, the Great Demon King will see me."
"He doesn't have the time to deal with you now. Hurry up and go!" Boss urged as he hurriedly tried to push the fourth brother forward.
At this moment, the hostile ghost had apparently detected the smell of something. Its eyes dimmed instantly as it let out a muffled growl, "This smells so good. The humans smell so good…"
As it finished, it gawked at Baili Jia Jue. It rolled its eyes eerily and revealed the white of its eyes. "There he is! What a good physique! I'll make good use of his body after I devour his soul!"
The hostile ghost turned its head as it spoke. Eventually, it stopped its action and, disregarding the effect that could be brought on by Helian Wei Wei's 18 yellow runes, it charged toward the human who it perceived as the weakest!
I can smell the scent of this human.
This human is definitely not a good person.
I can sense the aura of resentment that is encircling him.
It's so dense and pure.
The fragrance that came from the darkness made the hostile ghost desperately want to swallow him as a whole!
The man's body was far better than the spiritual flesh of the exorcist that it was residing in now. It was surprised by the unexpected delight.
As long as it managed to f.o.r.c.i.b.l.y possess the man before the judge arrived, no one in this realm would be able to stand in its way!
The hostile ghosts thought to itself. This man is so weak and will be easily possessed. He's basically a frame that is specifically tailored for ghosts!
It sped up, overwhelmed by the exciting thought. In a blink of an eye, it had arrived before Baili Jia Jue!
"Your Highness!" The frightened Liu Yu exclaimed!
One will be immediately possessed once he or she comes in contact with hostile ghosts physically. His Highness is in great danger!
"Your Highness, run!"
However, the advice came too late as the hostile ghost was standing right in front of Baili Jia Jue and they were only a touch away...
Chapter 679 - Together, They Are Invincible!
Fear was etched on Liu Yu's face.
He stood at Baili Jia Jue's right. Although they were separated by a fair distance, he could still distinguish the fangs of the hostile ghost as it advanced toward them.
"It's over!"
This was the only thought on everyone's mind!
The young man could not bear to watch the gory scene and shut his eyes tight!
However, Elder Xu Wu and the ministers of the Xuanyuan Kingdom, especially Zongzheng Wen Ren, had a different thought. If he could eliminate Baili Jia Jue with the help of the hostile ghost, then it would subsequently make things easier for them. Once they had gotten rid of Baili Jia Jue, they could immediately acquire the guardian rights of the Imperial Seal!
To date, save Baili Jia Jue, the War Dragon Kingdom had no reliable regent and was only governed by the old ministers who used to serve the previous Emperor. Thereafter, conquering the entire War Dragon Dynasty would be merely a piece of cake!
The hostile ghost, who made a lunge for Baili Jia Jue, sniggered. This man must have been scared witless, causing him to be rooted to the spot. Anyway, that's good! Then, it's easier for me to savor him too!
The hostile ghost flaunted his fangs. Soon, it would be able to consume this frightened little soul and take over the mortal shell!
At that moment, everyone held their breath.
Baili Jia Jue remained where he stood as he lowered his head, covering his eyes with his wispy black hair. Standing in the dark, his expression was masked by shadows. However, the crowd could vaguely see his lips that were curled into wicked smirk.
Finally, the hostile ghost was standing right before Baili Jia Jue!
No!
He's not definitely not a human!
The ghost was overwhelmed by a strange anxiety that made him want to flee the scene immediately!
"What's wrong? Didn't you want to occupy my mortal shell?" Baili Jia Jue slowly lifted his gaze that was filled with magic. The hostile ghost felt as if its limbs had been restrained by its opponent. As though its organs were being torn apart, it was tortured by the excruciating pain. The man had yet to strike an attack, but the suffering was so intense that it felt as if it had already been plunged into hell.
Indiscernible black feathers fell from the sky and dropped around the hostile ghost.
If a ghost was able to express its emotions, it would have shouted out its regret to have apparated to this venue.
How is this possible?
How is there possibly a more powerful hostile ghost then me in the Capital?
No, that's not right!
This man isn't a ghost!
"You... who are you?" The hostile ghost noticed that its left hand was quivering as it spoke.
Baili Jia Jue gave it a nonchalant look. Immediately, a scarlet golden beam escaped his narrowed eyes and pinned the hostile ghost to the spot.
"You… you are…" The hostile ghost's jaw dropped in disbelief. Its eyes flickered in fright as it shook like a leaf, as though it was a tiny mouse that was at the mercy of its feline predator. He dared not even call out that name!
How is this possible?
If he is truly the person, there is no way for me to have detected his scent!
Or…
Suddenly, realization hit the hostile ghost hard. It threw a side glance at Helian Wei Wei!
It was her!
This woman's pure aura had completely masked the tremendous magic powers.
As a result, it was mistaken and thought that the man was but an ordinary human being!
So, it's true. The man has really returned!
The hostile ghost's eyes were wide with fear!
However, this scene was not witnessed by the onlookers.
From the moment the ghost began to charge at Baili Jia Jue, to the instant it paused in the air, everything happened within a fraction of a second. Aside from Helian Wei Wei and Little Seventh, no one knew why the hostile ghost stopped in its tracks.
From the audience's perspective, Baili Jia Jue simply flashed past and poked his finger into the hostile ghost's c.h.e.s.t. The scene was rather inconceivable.
A loud bang resonated across the atmosphere.
Being showered by the black feather, the hostile ghost stood still in the dark. It watched as the crack on its c.h.e.s.t slowly expanded to its entire body. Eventually, it turned into black dust and was blown away by the wind!
The whole event happened in a flash of an eye.
No one could believe what they saw!
When everyone had finally regained their senses, Baili Jia Jue had already readjusted his posture. He licked the corner of his mouth with his tongue. However, his action was so unnoticeable, to the extent that only Helian Wei Wei noticed it.
Zongzheng Wen Ren had been rendered speechless. Meanwhile, his ashen face was glowering.
How is this possible?
How can Baili Jia Jue eliminate a hostile ghost that has undergone hostile changes with his b.a.r.e hands?
Elder Xu Wu too had never expected this turn of events. As he stared into Baili Jia Jue's eyes, he could feel the fear that was coursing thro
ugh his veins for the first time.
Third Prince... is certainly a defiant man!
And, Helian Wei Wei is just like him!
Even His Highness could not manipulate the 18 yellow runes.
However, Helian Wei Wei was able to cast that spell with ease!
I can't fathom how powerful the pair will be if the terrifying man, Baili Jia Jue, and Helian Wei Wei joined forces.
At the very least, I'm aware about their capability now and will stay vigilant around them.
However, it is still unclear if the Master has learned about their power yet.
Elder Xu Wu lowered his gaze. He was positive that Helian Wei Wei and Baili Jia Jue would definitely hinder their plan to destroy the seal.
They were too formidable!
"What just happened?" the wide-eyed exorcists murmured as they reached out to nudge their peers.
One of the exorcists was still dumbstruck. It was his first time witnessing such a bustle and he was not accommodating well.
Liu Yu and Wu Jing exchanged looks. Astonishment and shock were etched on their faces!
They had always known how powerful His Highness was! But, after this incident, they learned that the Third Prince's strength had surpassed their expectations!
He can even eliminate a ghost!
Who needs exorcists anymore?
He stopped in front of Helian Wei Wei.
Helian Wei Wei had raised her left hand in advance, with a smile painted across her lips. Just like the first time they fought alongside each other in the White Academy, their palms met and a clear clap resounded across the hall!
They made a perfect and amazing team!
"The Third Princess Consort knew that his Highness would win!"
"No wonder! Hahaha! His Highness is truly brilliant! Some people may say that exorcism is different from a battle, but, in my opinion, they are exactly the same. His Highness still ripped them to shreds nevertheless!"
Zongzheng Wen Ren had always been an arrogant man. When he heard this barely concealed mockery, he clenched his teeth. "He merely performed an exorcism, but I didn't see a judge. How can this be considered as a victory?"
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