Invincible Divine Doctor of the Beautiful Lady-Chapter 847 - 821: Waiting

"The state of Xu Wei—" Tangyu’s heart was filled with infinite anticipation. That realm was the lifelong pursuit of all martial artists, the realm they dreamed of reaching. Once one entered the state of Xu Wei, they stood at the pinnacle of the ancient martial realm, becoming one of its true great powers. Even within the Myriad Saints Valley, their status would be extremely high, surpassing some Elders and allowing them to enter the Elders Council.

That realm was also Tangyu’s current pursuit.

Reflecting on this, Tangyu shook his head with a smile and said, "Senior sister Xue, you are now at the Eighth Layer of the Earthly Realm. Reaching the Ninth Layer is near at hand for you, and you have a great chance to break through to the Imaginary Realm."

Qian Shanxue shook her head and said, "It’s difficult, very difficult. Breaking through to the Ninth Layer of the Earthly Realm is extremely challenging. Among all the inner sect disciples in Myriad Saints Valley, only a few are at the Ninth Layer. And they may be stuck in the Ninth Layer for their entire lives without breaking through. Those who can glimpse the Imaginary Realm are very few. You must know that throughout the entire ancient martial world, there are likely only about a hundred people in the state of Xu Wei. To reach the state of Xu Wei is extremely difficult."

Tangyu was slightly taken aback; this was the first time he had heard that those in the state of Xu Wei were so few in the entire ancient martial world?

However, thinking about it, he felt relieved. The total number of martial artists in the entire ancient martial world was about ten to twenty thousand, and those in the Earthly Realm were likely numbered in the thousands. The number of people in the state of Xu Wei being around a hundred was indeed quite normal.

It was precisely because it was so difficult to reach that Tangyu was filled with anticipation.

Qian Shanxue looked at Xiaoxue and Yahan and said, "You two have to work hard. You are now only at the Third Layer of the Earthly Realm; your journey is still long." freёnovelkiss.com

The two of them showed a bit of embarrassed shyness on their faces and nodded, "Yes, Senior sister Xue, we will definitely work hard in our cultivation."

Qian Shanxue said, "Alright, now that we are all fine, I have improved my strength quite a bit, and with Tangyu, we no longer have to worry about those grudges. Let’s continue to search for King Liang’s underground palace. By the way, Senior sister Chenxi should be arriving soon."

"Let’s go."

The four of them set off again. The passageways were confusing and disorienting, with grudges occasionally springing from nowhere, making the journey extremely perilous.

"This should be the Four Palaces and Eight Trigrams Maze Technique, the four palaces of heaven and earth, the six wildernesses and eight unions, the Seven Stars of the Big Dipper. Retreating is advancing, and three retreats make an advance. Rotate the Big Dipper and enter the Seven Stars, and only by forming the shape of the eight unions can we break out of the maze. The design is exceedingly intricate, but it won’t stump me. Let’s go." Qian Shanxue quickly saw through the layout of the maze, and with her guidance, light began to appear from ahead after half an hour.

"There’s light just ahead."

The group quickened their pace and soon entered a large stone chamber, their vision suddenly opening up. In the stone chamber, it was as bright as day. On the surrounding stone walls were embedded fist-sized luminous crystal stones, similar to the one in Qian Shanxue’s hand, but much larger. There were over a hundred crystal stones in all, like over a hundred little suns hanging in the air, making the place look marvelously beautiful.

It was a dazzling, extraordinary place, as if they had stepped into a strange land.

In the center of the stone chamber, however, their path was blocked by a dark black river. The murky aura rose from the river, forming a barrier. In the middle was a stone bridge, and at the end of the stone bridge was another stone chamber. Golden light was emanating from that stone chamber, and there was a faint ancient breath, chilling and terrifying.

Evidently, that stone chamber ahead was a significant place, possibly King Liang’s true underground palace. To understand the opportunities hidden within, one had to enter.

The eyes of the four people fell to the side, only to see that the left guardian and his group had arrived. However, they were also standing by, with no intention of entering the stone chamber. Their numbers had dwindled from eight to four, indicating that they had lost three more people.

The left guardian’s gaze fell unfriendly on Tangyu and his group. Seeing that the four of them were unharmed, he snorted coldly, apparently perturbed.

Why had he lost four out of the eight he had brought along?

Four Earthly Realm martial artists—the losses pained him deeply. If they didn’t gain something substantial this time, he would likely be punished by King Yinshan.

"Senior sister Xue, they didn’t act recklessly, so it looks like it’s not easy to get in there. There’s bound to be danger," Tangyu said.

Qian Shanxue nodded, "There must be danger. Otherwise, they would have gone in by now. I also feel it. It’s very dangerous. But now that I’ve increased my strength, I’ll give it a try."

"Alright, but be careful, senior sister Xue. Don’t be reckless. After all, senior sister Chenxi will arrive soon," Tangyu said with concern.

Qian Shanxue glanced at Tangyu and nodded, "I understand. Don’t worry, I won’t act rashly."

With that, Qian Shanxue walked toward the stone bridge. Seeing her about to cross the bridge, the left guardian displayed a hint of gloating on his face, looking rather bedraggled, indicating his discomfort.

Tangyu also became more vigilant, ready to support senior sister Xue at any moment.

With her long sword in hand and a serious expression, Qian Shanxue stepped onto the stone bridge. As soon as she did, booming sounds resounded from the stone chamber, as if a giant was stomping inside.

Quickly, an armored dry corpse emerged, holding a war shield and walking step by step. Each step was heavy and resonant as if it carried immense weight. A decayed yet powerful aura emanated from it. The dry corpse, akin to a mummy, was terrifying despite its desiccated form.

Seeing this corpse, Tangyu and the two others were slightly surprised; clearly it was a dead body, yet it could move like a living person, and it emitted an extremely terrifying killing intent.

Qian Shanxue furrowed her brows, her eyes flickered as thoughts flashed through her mind, but there was no time to consider them now. Sensing the terror of this corpse, Qian Shanxue’s expression became solemn, as if preparing for a great enemy.

"Intruders of the Liang Palace—die!" The rigid voice, like that of a machine, came from the mouth of the corpse, and the rusty halberd in its hand gleamed with cold light.

Qian Shanxue coldly said, "Just a mere corpse, dead for who knows how many years, controlled by a thread of resentment, and you wish to obstruct me?" After finishing her words, Qian Shanxue charged at the corpse with her sword.

The corpse remained motionless, blocking the entire stone bridge with its massive body. It swung the halberd in its hand, directly meeting Qian Shanxue’s attack.

Clang—

The corpse’s halberd struck heavily against Qian Shanxue’s sword, bending it as if it carried immense weight. The tremendous force of the blow instantly changed Qian Shanxue’s expression, her body was flung backward.

"Not good." Tangyu’s brows twitched, he dashed forward, reaching out to catch Qian Shanxue, still feeling the residual force hitting them. Tangyu gathered his strength, stepping back twice before stabilizing while holding Qian Shanxue’s body.

Holding Qian Shanxue like this, an incomparably wonderful feeling surged through him, making Tangyu reluctant to let go, even for just one more second.

Qian Shanxue’s face softened slightly, once she regained her balance, she immediately retreated from Tangyu’s embrace, a faint blush appearing on her face.

Tangyu immediately spoke, "Senior Sister Shanxue, are you alright?"

Little Xue and Yahan approached with concern.

Qian Shanxue glanced at the stone bridge where the corpse had retreated, not chasing them further, merely acting as a faithful guardian.

"Fortunately, I’m fine. This corpse’s strength is too formidable, it was likely a strong entity in the Imaginary Realm when alive. If not, just its raw power would render me unable to resist. It’s not going to be easy to enter this stone chamber." Qian Shanxue said.

The Left Protector sneered sarcastically, "Such a loving pair, it’s truly enviable. If you want to flirt, shouldn’t you do it elsewhere?"

Qian Shanxue’s brows furrowed, her gaze swept towards the Left Protector, "Watch your words."

"Why so agitated? We can’t defeat this corpse with our current strength. Since we’re idle, why not discuss a way to enter." The Left Protector said.

Qian Shanxue replied, "Different paths lead to different goals. When my Senior Sister Chen Xi arrives, there will be a way to enter."

"Hmph, easy for you to say. This corpse was evidently a strong entity in the Imaginary Realm when alive. Now, even as a corpse, its power isn’t something a Ninth Layer Earthly Realm can deal with. This time, cooperation is our only chance to enter." The Left Protector said.

Qian Shanxue naturally understood this logic, but she didn’t want to engage with the Left Protector, "Whether to cooperate or not isn’t for us to worry about. You’ll discuss it with my Senior Sister Chen Xi."

The Left Protector, undeterred, said, "Discussing a bit now wouldn’t hurt."

Qian Shanxue ignored the Left Protector, and Tangyu looked at him with displeasure.

The Left Protector’s gaze fell on Tangyu, a few mocking sneers curling on his lips, "What’s wrong, kid? You seem quite dissatisfied? Come, I’ll give you a chance. Since we have free time, why not spar a bit? You killed Yi Shao and disrupted our plans multiple times. We haven’t settled this yet. Why not do it now."

The Left Protector beckoned at Tangyu, filled with disdain and provocation.

Tangyu was angered, daring to challenge him like this.

Qian Shanxue pulled Tangyu back, "Don’t fall for his trap, you’re not his match, don’t act impulsively." She looked at the Left Protector, "If you’re really idle, I can accompany you in a fight."

The Left Protector evidently had some fear of Qian Shanxue, coldly laughed and said, "No need, I don’t want to bully women."

Tangyu sneered, "I think you just lack the capability, just because your realm is higher than mine now. Next time I see you, I’ll make sure you can’t tell east from west."

The Left Protector didn’t get angry but laughed, his face filled with playful mockery, "Haha really? I’m truly looking forward to it then. Speaking such big words, aren’t you afraid of spraining your tongue? You’re young, but so ignorant of the vastness of the world. Fine, next time we meet, I’ll make sure you wake up, though I fear you might not get the chance, haha—"