Section 66: Seizing Jianmu!
The Grass World Forest Sea Technique seals off a space, maximizing the essence of attrition warfare. Even with Chu Yun’s unparalleled offense, the Innate Drunken Snow Saber, he couldn’t help but frown. He tried to deactivate the Eight Trigrams Battle Formation, but the eight Immortal Consorts were bound by an invisible force, unable to move. This meant the entire formation space had been “hijacked” by Jianmu.
“At this rate, the entire formation space will be filled soon.”
“This is the Grass World Forest Sea Technique, King Bimmu’s trump card. It consumes the cultivation base of Jianmu and the Demon Grass to unleash extreme life force. It’s said that this ever-growing tree and grass once wore down a King level expert to death.”
“Simply retreating is not an option. Only by destroying Jianmu can we break this seal!” The Immortal Consorts’ anxious voices echoed in Chu Yun’s mind.
“No, I have a better method. Spirit Snake!” Chu Yun focused his attention on Jianmu. Jianmu began to vibrate violently. Three breaths later, the vibration came to an abrupt halt. The surging Wood Element Vital Energy, swirling, lost its source of power.
“Jianmu, summon!” Chu Yun shouted. The mountain-like Jianmu immediately transformed into a jade-green light and shot into his Immortal Pouch.
Once Jianmu was subdued, the rampant growth of grass and trees stopped. Soon, the green leaves turned yellow, and the plants withered and died. The forty-nine rare Demonic Plants all turned to ash. The Grass World Forest Sea Technique severely depleted cultivation. Even Jianmu’s cultivation dropped from two million years to one million two hundred thousand years. Without its support, these Spirit Monsters of over nine thousand years naturally perished.
“What about these seven Demon Soldiers?” the Immortal Consorts asked. These seven Demon Soldiers were all Spirit Monsters, the very creatures Erlang Tian Jun used to form the Seven Star Battle Formation. Chu Yun glanced at them but lost interest. Compared to the Grass Head Generals, these Demon Soldiers were ordinary fare.
“Suppress them,” he commanded. Precious Light Dust Wiping Art! The Immortal Consorts simultaneously unleashed the technique, quickly sealing the seven Demon Soldiers that were scurrying around helplessly.
“Let’s go. We’ve dallied too long, and pursuing is hopeless,” Chu Yun sighed. He dispelled the Eight Trigrams Battle Formation and reappeared in the Great Desert.
“Huh?” He was astonished. Erlang Tian Jun hadn’t left; he stood nearby with his hands behind his back. Seeing how quickly Chu Yun broke the Grass World Forest Sea Technique, a divine light flickered in his eyes. Besides him, there were three other unfamiliar figures.
“Wine King!” Seeing the burly man beside Erlang Tian Jun, Chu Yun’s expression tightened. His gaze then fell upon the cloaked old woman, and his pupils contracted further: “Ten Thousand Poisons Queen…”
“Heh heh heh… You actually recognize me. Not bad, little one. You’ve repeatedly exceeded my expectations. However, you shouldn’t be called Little Tyrant; you’re too cunning, like a little fox. Becoming Fox Lord would suit you better.”
The Ten Thousand Poisons Queen’s words left Chu Yun stunned. He had been very tense, but after hearing her words, he was utterly bewildered. What was going on? He and the Ten Thousand Poisons Queen had never met before. Why did she seem so fond of him?
“Since the outcome is decided, there’s no point in continuing to fight. Hahaha, come to my Dragon Gate Inn, I shall host all of you!” the Wine King roared with laughter, his invitation bold and enthusiastic. The Dragon Gate Inn seemed to tremble. Not only had Chu Yun and Erlang Tian Jun returned together, but the appearance of the Wine King also sent shockwaves through those eagerly awaiting the battle results. As for the Ten Thousand Poisons Queen and her attendants, they remained shrouded in black robes, their identities unrevealed. However, standing alongside figures like the Wine King and Erlang Tian Jun was enough to inspire apprehension.
“Senior Wine King, what was the result of the battle between Little Tyrant and Erlang Tian Jun?” someone with great courage, emboldened by the Wine King’s jovial nature, asked respectfully.
“It was a draw,” Chu Yun answered first. He didn’t want to be too high-profile. Being the foremost among the younger generation was glorious but also demanding. It would be better to let Erlang Tian Jun attract more attention. However, before he finished speaking, Erlang Tian Jun beside him immediately retorted, “No, Chu Yun’s strength far surpasses my imagination. I was utterly defeated by him, completely convinced and in awe.”
“Hmm?” Chu Yun’s eyes widened as he stared at Erlang Tian Jun. Erlang Tian Jun looked back, their eyes meeting, a powerful divine light flashing between them.
“Erlang Tian Jun, how can you be so humble? Excessive humility is hypocrisy. It was clearly a draw.” Chu Yun emphasized the word “draw.” Erlang Tian Jun’s expression suddenly changed. He deliberately spat out a mouthful of blood, looking at Chu Yun with feigned indignation, as if he had suffered a great insult. “Little Tyrant, I admire your skills, but why hide the truth? I don’t need your pity!” His injuries, coupled with the blood at the corner of his mouth, caused a stir among everyone in the hall. This scene was far more convincing than Chu Yun’s words.
“Erlang Tian Jun is so heavily injured, Little Tyrant truly lives up to his name!” “The foremost among the younger generation, Chu Yun has successfully defended his throne.” “Even a formidable existence like Erlang Tian Jun cannot shake Chu Yun’s position. Who else in the world can challenge his throne?” Chu Yun’s expression soured as he heard the noisy discussions. Erlang Tian Jun’s performance was too exaggerated; it was outright praise designed to bring him down. He knew that challengers would appear soon. It wasn’t that Chu Yun feared them, but he found it tiresome. Especially during the Wanderer Assembly, when heroes and powerhouses from all over Xingzhou flocked to the location, it would significantly disrupt his future plans.
The Wine King and the Ten Thousand Poisons Queen secretly chuckled at this scene. As the saying goes, learning from one’s mistakes. Erlang Tian Jun, having suffered a great loss this time, had become much wiser and was now framing Chu Yun. What was remarkable was his seemingly innate talent for acting; his expression was incredibly realistic, as if it were genuine. Such gifted individuals are like unpolished jade; the more they are honed, the brighter they shine and the faster they grow. This time, Erlang Tian Jun had suffered from a lack of experience. But now he realized it and had made a change. The next time they fought, Chu Yun wouldn’t be able to easily trap him as he had today.
“Hehehe, this sixth battle was indeed won by Chu Yun. Here are the recordings; everyone can watch them.” The Ten Thousand Poisons Queen tossed out a Wishful Thinking Smoke. The smoke swirled and rose into the air, replaying the battle scene. Chu Yun cursed inwardly. Although he knew that the two Kings had been observing their battle, he hadn’t expected the Ten Thousand Poisons Queen to have a method to replay it. He possessed many hidden treasures, like the Spirit Snake, Little Bun, and the Blissful Joy Ship. If these were exposed, it would lead to immeasurable trouble. He looked at the Ten Thousand Poisons Queen, wanting her to retract the Wishful Thinking Smoke, but he was wary of her famously capricious temper.
“Little one, don’t look at me like that. This is the most direct and effective way to resolve their framing. You should thank this old woman properly!” The Ten Thousand Poisons Queen’s voice sounded directly in Chu Yun’s mind. The methods of Kings were truly endless. Of course, the Ten Thousand Poisons Queen’s true motive went beyond what she said. By revealing the truth, she intended to elevate Chu Yun to the highest position. In her mind, only such a status would suffice for her granddaughter.
Chu Yun, however, calmed down. He thought: Judging by the Ten Thousand Poisons Queen’s tone, she wasn’t trying to cause trouble for him. Since she was helping him, why replay the battle footage? Could it be… He stared intently at the Wishful Thinking Smoke and gradually relaxed. The Immortal Consorts had all appeared in human form. As long as the Blissful Joy Ship itself didn’t appear, no one would suspect anything. Little Bun hadn’t made an appearance. As for the Spirit Snake, it could only transform into a seductive, alluring female if it manifested in human form, which was visible to the naked eye. Chu Yun, to unleash its full power, had summoned its original form. The Spirit Snake was inherently transparent and was obscured by the dense vegetation. The Wishful Thinking Smoke did not capture its appearance. The final stage, where Jianmu was taken by Chu Yun, only elicited gasps of surprise from the crowd but didn’t cause much of a stir. After all, from the footage, they couldn’t tell that Jianmu had changed hands. They simply thought Jianmu had been suppressed. The effect of suppressing a powerful entity was not uncommon in the Monster Tamer world. For instance, Chu Yun’s Monster Suppressing Tower, as well as the renowned Immortal Binding Rope and Five Finger Mountain, all had similar effects. Even the two Kings were kept in the dark. Only Chu Yun and Erlang Tian Jun knew this secret. Fortunately, after watching the final scene, Erlang Tian Jun’s body trembled. He then glanced deeply at Chu Yun but did not reveal the secret.
“So that’s how it is, it was the Spirit Snake! It was actually the Spirit Snake! I understand now; the demonic beasts recorded in ancient texts truly exist in modern times.” A flash of inspiration struck him, and he finally pierced through the mist, guessing the truth. If he hadn’t thought of this, he might have revealed the secret out of suspicion, seeking collective wisdom to expose Chu Yun’s mysterious methods. But now, having discovered this secret, he decided to keep it. “If the existence of the Spirit Snake were exposed, it would cause a massive uproar across the world, with countless people vying for it. Even Kings would be tempted, and the opportunities for me would diminish. Chu Yun, just you wait. Jianmu will remain in your hands for now. One day, I will not only reclaim Jianmu but also take your Spirit Snake!”
“He actually didn’t reveal the secret of Jianmu changing ownership. It seems he guessed the truth about the Spirit Snake’s existence. Is he keeping this secret to try and steal my Spirit Snake? Wishful thinking!” Chu Yun’s thoughts raced, connecting many dots. He looked at Erlang Tian Jun, their gazes clashing and intertwining in mid-air. “This person before me is destined to be my greatest enemy in this life. Not only does he possess strength, but he is also blessed with Luck and has a heart of iron. He cannot be completely eliminated in a single battle! We must engage in multiple confrontations, wear down his Luck, crush his will to fight, and accumulate advantages step by step to have a chance of defeating him.” Similar thoughts arose simultaneously in both their minds.
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