Chapter 1140 - The 12th Stage (1/2)

Translator: Chaos_  Editor: Chaos_

Xue Ying’s spear technique had already greatly improved. Every strike of his was imbued with Chaotic Origin Energy, allowing them to reach the boundary of level-three Cosmos God. Nonetheless, even if he were more powerful, Xue Ying was still weaker by an entire level as compared to Paragon Master Bewitching Sword, Black Sovereign King and the others who had top-graded secret treasure. In addition, with so many huge scarlet fish attacking Xue Ying simultaneously, Xue Ying’s spear technique was constricted.

“Pu pu.”

As a result, it was practically impossible for Xue Ying to parry against every single fish, letting some through that bit on him.

Yet the surface of Xue Ying’s body was covered in three strands of mist. This was none other than the protective technique from the Scarlet Cloud Combat Technique. These huge scarlet fishes could barely bypass the ‘protective mist’ obstacle before reaching Xue Ying. Furthermore, after going through the weakening effect from Xue Ying’s void-ification technique, the remnant wisp of aura reached the fleshy body of Xue Ying.

Yet his Chaotic Origin Refinement Body was overbearing. This bit of aura could not damage his body at all.

‘Too weak. These fishes can’t injure me even if I stand here.’ Xue Ying felt himself relaxing after seeing this.

No other choice.

The fleshy body tempered from the first level of Chaotic Origin Refinement Body augmented with the void-ification technique gave him a body not any weaker than second level Cosmos God body cultivators! That time when Sacred Master attempted to kill Xue Ying in his Ancient Sacred World, he failed to do so–partly also because he did not have the Ancient Sacred Incarnation with him!

In terms of survivability, Xue Ying could show disdain for the majority of other Paragon Masters before coming to the Realm Heart God Palace. After all, having a top-graded secret treasure did not mean their survivability skills were frightening.

And currently, Xue Ying had researched into a new body cultivation technique. The protective technique, Mist, had reached the boundary of third level Cosmos Gods in strength. With this protective technique, his survivability reached an even more frightening stage! It was absolutely beyond that of Paragon Master Pu Su, Hunter and the others.

…

“Mn?”

“This fleshy body is too powerful.” Paragon Master Pu Su, Paragon Master Bewitching Sword, Hunter, and Black Sovereign King noticed this.

When those huge scarlet fish penetrated through the protective mist, they could not even bite off the skin of Xue Ying!

This scene made them speechless.

‘In terms of survivability, he is stronger than me. According to the intelligence reports, he has acquired the <Chaotic Origin Dao Scroll> from my Summer Clan. It is fine that his fleshy body is powerful, but where did he get that protective technique from? It is clear that the power of those huge scarlet fish has diminished tremendously once they crossed the protective mist.’ Paragon Master Pu Su was inwardly startled. He knew beforehand that Xue Ying had powerful survivability. But it was unexpected for the other party to have such heaven-defying protective technique too!

‘It seems like the protective technique from the Scarlet Cloud Combat Technique, albeit much stronger. Where did Xue Ying learn such a formidable protective technique?’ Paragon Master Bewitching Sword felt suspicious and shocked when he saw that.

…

Seeing that he could not be injured by the fishes, Xue Ying began frantically attacking. He was the only one out of the five experts present who dared to allow those monstrous fish to attack him however they wanted.

“Hua.”

A spear struck out.

At the spearhead, a misty ripple began spreading out and destroying everything. Nevertheless, the scales on those huge scarlet monstrous fish were too firm and tough that they were mildly damaged.

‘Even though the Chaotic Origin First Strike is powerful, it could barely injure these huge scarlet fish.’ Xue Ying changed to another spear technique.

Piercing out, the spear struck against the scales of the huge scarlet fish. It seemed the fish wasn’t injured at all on the surface, yet internally, it was gravely injured. Furthermore, a grievous wound had been torn within the fish, and following that, the back of the fish exploded out. Scales could be seen flying in all directions as a savage wound was formed.

‘At least Piercing Void works.’ Xue Ying thought.

The Scarlet Cloud Combat Technique was comprised of five great moves.

Each move had its unique points, like the ‘Piercing Void’. External protective techniques, array protections, and scaled-armor or robes were all useless as this move would transmit force directly through all protection! Naturally, those who had a powerful fleshy body or had powerful inner and external bodies would not be affected by this technique.

But these huge scarlet monstrous fishes did not cultivate. Instead, they were given birth by the laws. Even though they had great scale defenses and vibrant life force, their internal organs were comparatively weaker.

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Time passed.

Xue Ying’s speed of killing the huge scarlet fish was slightly slower compared to Paragon Master Pu Su, Paragon Master Bewitching Sword, and Black Sovereign King since the other Paragon Masters could execute strength at the peak Cosmos God standard. As for Paragon Master Bewitching Sword, he could occasionally exert an even stronger power, and under this force, it could possibly kill a fish instantaneously.

Cosmos Gods had endless energy. Over time, they were able to wipe away the huge scarlet fishes, reducing the pressure on the five of them.

They spent two hours or so before wiping away all the fishes cleanly.

And that old man wielding a scepter standing on the sea creature chose to dive back deep into the sea once he saw that things were amiss.

“Hu.”

Soon, the scenes before the five of them changed. They were teleported back to the hall once again.

Everyone understood that they had finally passed through the 11th stage.

“It seems only Monarch Flying Snow is uninjured during this 11th stage.” The cold eyes of Black Sovereign King turned to Xue Ying. The edge of his lips moved upwards.

“Indeed, all of us have suffered from injuries. Even Bewitching Sword is lightly injured.” Paragon Master Pu Su chuckled. It was almost impossible to defend perfectly against the dense amount of incoming huge scarlet fishes. Hence, all of them suffered from some losses. Only Xue Ying with his protective technique, pinnacle void-ification, and frightening fleshy body remained perfectly fine. He was the lowest profile of the five, and actually the one with the strongest survival capabilities.

Paragon Master Bewitching Sword also smiled at Xue Ying.

“I have to thank Emperor Summer for this.” Xue Ying laughed.

“As long as we cross through the 12th stage successfully, this trip to the Realm Heart God Palace would not have been a wasted trip.” Paragon Master Pu Su said, “Crossing through the 12th stage and we would be greatly rewarded. Hence, the 12th stage is definitely going to be difficult.”

“We have reached a crucial point.” Hunter softly laughed, “I am satisfied to get through the 12th stage.”

“Indeed, best wishes to everyone.” Paragon Master Bewitching Sword nodded too.

Black Sovereign King went silent. His dark eyes flashed coldly.

12th stage…

If they crossed the 12th stage, they would be greatly rewarded. Most would be forced to give up after that.

Because they were clear that the ’15th stage’ was too difficult for them. It was simply wasting their opportunity if they chose to challenge it. Why not visit other places in the Realm Heart God Palace instead? They might get a greater harvest.