Chapter 481
Unleashing His Power! The Arrogant Qing Gu
Chapter 481 Unleashing His Power! The Arrogant Qing Gu (Two Chapters Combined, Seeking Monthly Tickets)
The central region of the main star, Huanglong.
The main hall is as majestic as a celestial palace, surrounded by dragon energy. The beams and pillars are all carved from ancient black jade, covered with ancient dragon patterns, exuding a simple yet powerful aura.
This is the meeting place of the nine clans—the Radiant Dragon Temple!
The geniuses of the nine clans gathered together. Amidst the fluttering of their robes, various divine lights intertwined and collided, and an invisible battle intent quietly permeated the hall.
Jiang Ye stood in the corner, his aura restrained like a deep pool and a towering mountain. He deliberately suppressed his peak fourth-order demigod cultivation, only emitting faint fourth-order fluctuations.
"That's Ye Jiang? He actually broke through to the fourth level?"
"In just three years, he went from the peak of the third rank to the fourth rank. That's an incredible speed!"
"Judging from this aura, he's at most at the early stage of the fourth rank, right? After all, every step of the fourth rank is incredibly difficult."
"I guess he's at the mid-stage of the fourth rank. It's normal that he progressed quickly since he was able to fight against geniuses back then." Many powerful figures from the nine clans noticed Jiang Ye.
Many geniuses looked at Jiang Ye, their eyes filled with surprise and speculation.
No one dared to think about the peak of the fourth tier—that was far too distant for the younger generation, practically an insurmountable barrier.
"Junior Brother Ye Jiang, how have you been?"
A hearty laugh broke the silence of the corner.
Prince Huang, clad in golden armor inscribed with intricate imperial runes, stood tall and straight as a pine tree, the imperial laws emanating from him faintly visible, as he strode toward Jiang Ye.
His eyes were sharp as an eagle's, carrying a hint of scrutiny, but even more so, a burning competitive spirit among his peers.
"Junior brother."
"I didn't expect you to break through to the fourth level. Not bad." Prince Huang patted Jiang Ye's shoulder with a strong pat, which was also a test.
“Senior brother has also made considerable progress,” Jiang Ye said with a smile.
He vaguely sensed that Prince Huang possessed a terrifying power within him, like a slumbering ancient beast.
"Of course."
“Junior brother, if you run into me on the training ground, don’t blame your senior brother for showing no mercy.” Prince Huang grinned. “This time, I’m planning to show off my real skills.”
Jiang Ye smiled slightly, his expression calm and composed: "Senior brother's strength is formidable. I was just looking forward to learning from you and seeing if I can keep up with your pace."
He was indeed curious.
Now he is at the peak of the fourth rank, has a thorough understanding of the mysteries of the laws, and is further empowered by the perfected [Nine Netherworld Ten Thousand Demon Palm].
Compared to Prince Huang, who reached the peak of the fourth rank many years earlier and whose innate divine power was fully mastered, who is stronger?
Jiang Ye was equally looking forward to it.
"Oh? You're quite confident." Prince Huang raised an eyebrow, his fighting spirit intensifying, and a bright smile appeared on his lips.
"Then I'll be waiting to see. I hope you won't disappoint me."
As soon as the words were spoken, a figure in red gracefully walked over, her skirt swaying and creating bursts of intense heat – it was Chi Guang.
Her face was radiant, her eyebrows held a touch of heroism, and her aura was as fiery as a raging fire. Her gaze fell on Jiang Ye with a hint of inquiry.
"Fellow Daoist Ye Jiang, congratulations on breaking through to the fourth rank."
"I wonder if we're at the early stage of the fourth rank or already in the middle stage?" Chi Guang chuckled.
The members of the Crimson God Clan also looked over, and Chi Jiuxin stood in the crowd, her eyes full of curiosity.
Jiang Ye smiled without saying a word, only nodding slightly, without giving a direct response.
He kept in mind the instructions of the Venerable White.
Revealing all strength too early will only attract unnecessary attention and scheming; revealing only a portion of strength is sufficient for now.
Seeing that he was unwilling to say more, Chi Guang did not press him, but simply smiled knowingly.
"So calm."
"Could it be that he has already broken through to the mid-stage of the fourth rank?" Chi Guang exclaimed inwardly.
No wonder Venerable Bai values him so highly; his talent is indeed extraordinary.
At this time.
"Tread, step, step"
A figure in a green robe walked slowly over, his face cold and stern, surrounded by the refreshing aura of the laws of plants and trees. His steps were steady, and he exuded a sense of oppression.
"Qing Gu?" Everyone looked over.
Jiang Ye recognized the person immediately.
The previous generation's prodigy of the Qing Clan possessed the extraordinary talent of Qing Gu!
This is also the fourth-ranked being in the Huanglong Divine Map Tower, whose strength is unfathomable.
"Chiguang, how have you been?" Qinggu's gaze fell on Chiguang.
"My Qing clan has been well prepared for this meeting of the nine clans." Qing Gu grinned, with a hint of provocation: "This time, we will definitely overpower your Crimson God Clan."
Chi Guang's eyes turned cold, and he sneered, "Qing Gu, you're still as arrogant as ever."
The Crimson God Clan and the Azure God Clan are ranked very close, so there is a lot of competition between the two clans.
As the previous generation of leaders of their respective clans, Chi Guang and Qing Gu naturally had their share of friction.
"I'm here."
"Your Qing Clan will always be at a disadvantage," Chi Guang sneered.
"Times have changed." Qing Gu sneered, then turned his gaze to the Crimson God Clan.
"The Crimson God Clan is far too desolate in this generation."
"Not even one genius has the talent. The strongest one, Chi Jiuxin, is only extraordinary talent." Qing Gu shook his head and smiled.
"Crimson light."
"I have made a breakthrough this time. My [Law of Withering and Flourishing] has reached a higher level, which is enough to counter you." Qing Gu's tone was confident, with the assurance that victory was assured.
"Unless your Crimson God Clan has a powerful genius hidden away who can withstand the pressure from the younger generation, you will inevitably fall in the ranking of the Nine Clans this time."
Upon hearing this, the faces of everyone in the Crimson God Clan darkened.
Qing Gu's words were true. The younger generation of the Crimson God Clan was dwindling in talent. Apart from Chi Guang, the previous generation's prodigy, there was indeed a lack of strong individuals who could stand alone.
Chi Guang frowned slightly and sighed inwardly.
However, she quickly turned her gaze to Jiang Ye.
She knew Jiang Ye's combat strength well. Although he only had extraordinary talent, he was able to fight against geniuses. Now that he had broken through to the fourth level, his strength would definitely be even stronger, which might be an unexpected surprise.
After all, strictly speaking, Jiang Ye is not a genius of their generation, but the latest generation.
"rest assured."
"I will defend the Crimson God Clan's ranking." Jiang Ye noticed the red light's gaze and immediately smiled slightly.
He will naturally take action as long as it is within his power.
After all, Venerable White had also said that the reputation of the Crimson God Clan must not be diminished.
But just then...
"Hahaha." Qing Gu suddenly laughed.
"Ye Jiang".
"If you were still at the third rank, you might still be able to stand out among your peers."
“But now that you’re at the fourth rank, you’ll definitely be facing these previous generation’s prodigies.” Qing Gu shook his head and said, “Even if you’re at the mid-fourth rank, you might not be able to handle any peak fourth rank opponent.”
Jiang Ye did not refute him, but merely glanced at him indifferently, his expression calm and unwavering.
Their strength is self-evident; the trials will reveal all.
Arguing is pointless.
Seeing that he didn't speak, Qing Gu took it as a tacit agreement, shook his head and smiled: "It seems that you still have some self-awareness."
That's all.
He said no more and turned to walk towards the Qing Clan's camp.
"That guy is really arrogant." Chi Guang coldly watched his back, then couldn't help but curl his lips.
"Junior brother, don't take it to heart." Prince Huang patted Jiang Ye on the shoulder, comforting him. "Qing Gu's personality is just like that, arrogant and conceited."
“However, there is some truth to what he said.” Prince Huang said, “The strength of the previous generation of geniuses is far greater than you imagine. They have immersed themselves in the fourth rank for many years, and their laws and supernatural abilities have been honed to perfection. They should not be underestimated.”
"Thank you for the reminder, Senior Brother. I know what I'm doing," Jiang Ye nodded, his expression remaining calm.
He wasn't arrogant; rather, he had a clear understanding of his own abilities.
Three years of arduous study were by no means wasted.
time flies.
More and more people filled the hall, and the atmosphere grew increasingly powerful and profound.
Geniuses from various races arrived one after another. There were powerful Black Clan warriors clad in animal skins and exuding a wild aura, Yellow Clan geniuses dressed in fine clothes and possessing a refined demeanor, and Purple Clan cultivators wielding staffs and surrounded by the power of laws.
In the end, more than 50,000 demigods gathered together, their densely packed figures filling the entire hall. At a glance, the crowd was bustling and the atmosphere was magnificent.
Each person emanated a divine power fluctuation, strong or weak, which, when combined, formed a pressure powerful enough to shake the heavens and earth, causing the main hall to tremble slightly.
"The three Venerable Ones have arrived!"
A loud announcement rang out, like a thunderclap, and the hall fell silent instantly.
"Buzz!" The void vibrated.
Three figures slowly emerged from the void, as if they had broken through time and space to come. The one in the lead was none other than Venerable White.
He was dressed in a white star-studded robe, his figure shrouded in a hazy mist, obscuring his face, yet exuding an aura of boundless majesty that inspired awe in all who beheld him.
Beside him were two people, one of whom was clad in black armor covered with ferocious bone spikes, his aura as chilling as winter; he was none other than the Black Clan Venerable.
A figure dressed in purple robes, with flowing patterns of laws all over his body and eyes as deep and unfathomable as the starry sky, was a royal venerable.
"Greetings, Your Excellency!"
"Greetings, Your Excellency." The crowd bowed in unison, their voices resounding throughout the hall.
Venerable Bai nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping across the entire hall. His voice boomed like thunder, resounding in everyone's ears: "Today's meeting of the nine clans is not only a chance for the geniuses of each clan to exchange skills, but also a selection process for the Hundred Star God Battle."
The trial rules are as follows!
"Activate the [Nine Profound Trial Array], and divide people into fifty groups of one thousand each to enter the trial in turn."
"Within the trial array, you can earn points by killing alien races and breaking through secret realms."
"The top two hundred in each group will directly qualify for the Hundred Star God Battle; the top one thousand overall will receive additional rewards, all of which are top-tier cultivation resources and copies of ultimate techniques."
soon.
After explaining the rules.
The White Venerable and the other two Venerables simultaneously raised their hands, and three dazzling divine lights intertwined, transforming into a three-colored pillar of light that struck towards the void in the center of the hall.
"Boom!"
The void trembled violently, rippling like waves on water.
A massive array of light slowly unfolded, with countless profound runes flowing across it, emanating an ancient and vast aura.
It is the top-level trial formation of the Huanglong civilization—the [Nine Profound Trial Formation].
The array's light barrier is divided into fifty areas, each corresponding to the entrance of a group. The entrances are filled with flowing light, containing the power of spatial teleportation.
"First group, enter the battle!"
With a command from the Black-Armored Venerable, the first group of a thousand geniuses no longer hesitated and transformed into streaks of light, surging into the corresponding array entrances like a meteor shower.
On the light screen, a leaderboard instantly appeared, with countless names scrolling rapidly and scores constantly changing, like leaping flames.
"Look! Senior Brother Bai Cantian has made his move!"
Someone shouted, and everyone turned their attention to the top of the leaderboard, their eyes filled with anticipation.
Bai Cantian's name was prominently listed, and his points soared at an astonishing rate. In just a short while, he had already broken through five thousand points, far surpassing other geniuses and leaving them far behind.
"That's incredible! It's only been a short time, and he's already at 5,000 points!"
"As expected of the number one prodigy, his strength is indeed unfathomable. It seems that Bai Cantian will be number one again this time."
"I've heard that his [Heaven-Mending Law] is nearing completion, and his combat power is terrifyingly strong, unmatched by anyone of his generation." Many powerful figures exclaimed in amazement.
Most geniuses were filled with awe; Bai Cantian's performance was simply too dazzling.
Bai Cantian's points continued to rise, and soon broke through eight thousand points.
Ultimately, it stabilized at 10,000 points, firmly holding the top spot on the leaderboard.
"Bai Cantian's strength has improved considerably."
"He's probably not far from becoming a god," the royal elder murmured, his tone tinged with admiration.
Venerable Bai nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes. Bai Cantian was the hope of the Bai clan, and his future was promising.
"Bai Cantian is indeed formidable, but I might not necessarily lose to him." A hint of seriousness flashed in Prince Huang's eyes, followed by a surge of fighting spirit.
He had long coveted the top spot.
As time went by, groups of geniuses joined the competition one after another, the names on the leaderboard kept changing, and the competition became increasingly fierce.
After Wang Zihuang's group entered the arena, his points quickly climbed, soaring to second place like a rocket. Although he failed to surpass Bai Cantian, he firmly held the second position, and the gap between him and Bai Cantian was gradually narrowing.
The group containing Chiguang and Qinggu followed closely behind, with their scores extremely close, alternating in the lead and neither giving an inch.
The Crimson Light's [World-Burning Law] was incomparably domineering; wherever it passed, alien races were reduced to ashes, and the points skyrocketed.
Qinggu's [Law of Withering and Flourishing] is strange and difficult to deal with; it can instantly wither the opponent's divine power, and is equally unstoppable.
Both have their own strengths, and it's difficult to determine who is better at the moment.
The points were thus closely intertwined, with the difference being negligible.
"this?"
"This isn't good." Jiang Ye stood in the crowd, his gaze falling on the clan points statistics on the leaderboard, his brows furrowing slightly.
The Crimson God Clan's total score has fallen behind that of the Green Clan, Royal Clan, and White Clan, and their situation is precarious, with the possibility of losing their position at any moment.
no way.
The number of geniuses in this generation of the Crimson God Clan is too small.
The previous generation, however, only had the crimson light to bear it.
"It seems it's time to step up my game a bit," Jiang Ye thought to himself.
Over the past three years, he has been cultivating in the Mingxin Hall of the Crimson God Clan and has also consumed a lot of top-tier resources provided by the Crimson God Clan.
Both morally and logically, we should do our part for the Crimson God Clan.
Moreover, he also wanted to use this trial to test his true combat strength after breaking through to the peak of the fourth rank, and see just how big the gap was between him and the previous generation of geniuses.
The White Venerable's instruction was not to reveal one's full strength, but to appropriately display some of one's combat power. This would not attract excessive attention, but would also help the Crimson God Clan improve its ranking, which was just right.
Jiang Ye composed himself and adjusted his breathing.
"Is Ye Jiang going to enter as well?"
"Let's see what level he is." Many powerful figures also sensed the change in Jiang Ye's aura and cast curious glances their way.
Just then, the voice of the royal elder rang out, as resounding as a great bell: "Group 49, enter the formation!"
It was finally Jiang Ye's group's turn.
He took a deep breath, his gaze sharp.
next moment.
"Whoosh!" "Whoosh!" "Whoosh!"
Jiang Ye and the other 999 geniuses stepped forward together, transforming into streaks of light, like arrows released from a bow, rushing towards the corresponding array entrances.
The moment I stepped through the entrance.
With a whoosh, a vast spatial force enveloped Jiang Ye, and the scene before him changed rapidly, flashing by like a revolving lantern.
The forty-ninth group of the Nine Profound Trials Formation has officially begun!
(End of this chapter)