Chapter 783 - Merging of Laws

Liu Wuxie already knew that a large crowd had gathered outside the valley, but he pretended to be oblivious to it and focused on his cultivation.

Meanwhile, the viper and the other profound beasts lurked in the shadows, waiting for the perfect opportunity to launch their attack. They were eager to slaughter all the humans, just as they had the day before.

Typically, profound beasts fought individually and often suffered losses at the hands of humans. However, the situation had turned around under Liu Wuxie's guidance. After killing so many human cultivators the previous day, they were filled with absolute reverence for him.

The seven examiners were closely monitoring Liu Wuxie from mid-air. The three examiners who had previously left had also returned and were eager to know the results of the previous day's assessment.

When Miao Hanxuan appeared, the seven examiners turned to look at him, their expressions laced with hidden meaning. However, they didn't question him, nor did he offer any explanation.

"How did yesterday's assessment go?" an old man asked Qu Su.

"You'll find out soon enough," Qu Su replied before shifting his gaze to the valley.

The disciples waiting outside the valley finally lost their patience and charged into the valley. After all, the valley appeared harmless from the outside, with Liu Wuxie sitting alone, making it impossible for them to give up on such a golden opportunity.

"What is he up to? Why is he just sitting in such a conspicuous position? Does he think no one can see him?" an elder scoffed at Liu Wuxie's actions.

The other disciples had chosen to go into hiding and launch sneak attacks on other participants to steal their jade tokens. But Liu Wuxie sat in plain sight, utterly indifferent to the fifty-odd people gathered outside the valley.

The seven examiners who had stayed behind shook their heads, recalling how they had thought the same thing yesterday—only to have reality deliver a resounding slap to their faces.

"Liu Wuxie, get down here and face your death!" the man at the center of the fifty-odd people yelled as they stepped into the valley.

The aftermath of yesterday's battle had left many parts of the valley in ruins, with trampled grass, shattered rocks, and scars etched into the ground. The scene immediately put several people on edge, sensing something was off.

"You're from the Wang Clan, aren't you?" Liu Wuxie asked, looking at the man who challenged him. He could vividly remember this person mocking the Liu Clan back in Martial City.

"That's right. My name is Wang Long. Get down here this instant, or don't blame me for what will happen next!" Wang Long declared, brandishing his longsword and releasing his aura at the pinnacle of the Nascent Transformation Realm.

No one else spoke, as they weren't a unified force but merely a temporary alliance.

"Something feels off. The demonic aura here is strong!" A young participant frowned. They were all prodigies, and it didn't take long for them to notice something was amiss.

"I can feel it, too—something's off. The air is filled with murderous intent," someone muttered. Other cultivators also began voicing their unease. Some even retreated, fearing they had walked into a trap.

"Since you're a disciple of the Wang Clan, you can die now!" Liu Wuxie declared, pointing his finger at Wang Long.

The viper was already waiting impatiently, lurking ten meters away from Wang Long. The moment Liu Wuxie gave the signal, it shot forward, its massive body curving in an arc as it bared its maw and sank its fangs into Wang Long. It killed him instantly, giving him no chance to dodge the attack.

Liu Wuxie had already advanced to the Nascent Transformation Realm, and further absorption of Nascent Transformation Realm laws would no longer benefit him.

This caught everyone by surprise. They hadn't anticipated such a powerful viper lying in wait within the valley.

Even though they were at the pinnacle of the Nascent Transformation Realm, the viper's combat strength had far surpassed that of humans and was comparable to the first level of the True Profound Realm. In addition, its surprise attack had caught Wang Long off guard.

"Shit!" The others quickly realized the danger and finally understood why Liu Wuxie had positioned himself above the valley. It turned out that such a terrifying presence was hidden in the valley.

As they planned to retreat, they soon discovered that a massive horde of profound beasts blocked their escape route. Over a hundred profound beasts stood in a strategic position, fully utilizing their strength to trap the intruders.

"What's going on? Why are there so many profound beasts?" Everyone began to panic as they drew their weapons hastily, ready to fight.

The chaotic battlefield was anything but favorable for the intruders. They were a disorderly mob, unable to organize effectively. Within a minute, ferocious profound beasts had devoured over ten cultivators. The three newly arrived examiners froze at this grim scene, their expressions darkening.

"What's going on? Why are the profound beasts protecting Liu Wuxie and attacking the other participants?" one elder asked in shock. They couldn't comprehend what was unfolding before their eyes.

"It's not something that can be explained in a few words. Look at how the profound beasts are attacking. While their assault might seem chaotic, they are following an intricate formation if you look at them closely. It is as if someone is commanding them." Qu Su noted an unusual phenomenon: the profound beasts attacked based on a formation, unlike typical profound beasts who relied on their brute strength.

The profound beasts had become significantly stronger after last night's battle, displaying more seamless teamwork. All fifty-odd intruders were eliminated within less than ten minutes, while the profound beasts sustained only superficial wounds.

"What's going on?" The three elders who had just arrived couldn't describe their feelings. Only Miao Hanxuan's face was terrifyingly grim. He had wasted two precious spiritual talismans only to benefit Liu Wuxie.

It had not only helped Liu Wuxie break into the Nascent Transformation Realm but had also enabled him to defeat many participants and collect their jade tokens.

Among the fifty-odd intruders, more than ten had numbers with the final digits matching Liu Wuxie's, allowing him to accumulate a significant number of points. At this rate, with just a few more waves, Liu Wuxie could secure enough points to pass the test, relying solely on the profound beasts without needing to lift a finger.

Miao Hanxuan gritted his teeth in hatred at this realization. It was a classic case of someone trying to outsmart another, only to be outwitted instead, leaving his expression sour with frustration.

"How did he pull it off?" The other two elders were equally perplexed by what they had just seen.

"Wisdom and courage," Qu Su commented, offering his insight. Aside from the courage to maintain his composure when facing so many people, Liu Wuxie had also used his intelligence.

Liu Wuxie absorbed all the laws of the deceased, slowly advancing his cultivation to the late phase of the first-level Nascent Transformation Realm.

"H-how are the laws in his body so thick?!" The returning elders were at a loss for words, their expressions twisted as if they had swallowed something bitter.

Each strand of law in Liu Wuxie's body had the thickness of an adult's arm, giving off a dazzling brilliance. Even the laws of a True Profound Realm cultivator might not compare to his. They wondered how a first-level Nascent Transformation Realm cultivator had accomplished such an extraordinary feat.

"Do you know how many laws appeared in his body yesterday?" asked a female elder with a wry chuckle. When they had broken through to the Nascent Transformation Realm in the past, they had only gathered a few thousand strands of laws—an achievement that was already considered astonishing compared to most.

"How many?" The elder turned to look at the female elder.

"One hundred thousand strands!"

The two elders staggered and nearly fell to the ground. How could someone possibly contain one hundred thousand strands of laws in their body? It made no sense, as an ordinary person's body would've been torn apart from within.

Yet, the truth was undeniable, and the female elder had no reason to lie.

"Are you saying he compressed one hundred thousand strands of laws to such a state?" The elders had initially assumed Liu Wuxie had only around three thousand strands of law, though significantly thicker than those of ordinary cultivators.

However, they realized that Liu Wuxie possessed one hundred thousand strands of laws, which he had compressed into the current state.

"That's right," the female elder confirmed. This exceeded the other two elders' expectations.

"Why didn't you stop him then? Don't you know the consequences of merging the laws? It will make his future breakthrough incredibly tough!" the other two elders said, beating their chests in frustration while Miao Hanxuan sneered.

"It's already too late for us to stop him. Though it will be difficult for him to make a breakthrough in the future, the benefits are just as great. He's practically invincible among his peers," said the female elder, shrugging her shoulders. It wasn't that they didn't want to stop him—it was that they couldn't.

Liu Wuxie's speed in refining the laws was astonishing. With the aid of the Desolate Devouring Art, he had successfully merged all one hundred thousand strands of laws within mere minutes.

There were pros and cons as it granted Liu Wuxie combat strength far surpassing others, but his cultivation would remain stagnant for the rest of his life if he couldn't make a breakthrough.

After killing fifty-odd people, the profound beasts consumed their corpses, gaining immense nourishment. Led by the viper, they retreated into the shadows to cultivate in silence. The viper, in particular, experienced rapid growth, advancing steadily under Liu Wuxie's meticulous guidance.

The valley became peaceful as if nothing had happened, and time continued to flow.

Another wave of participants arrived by afternoon, their steps cautious and hesitant. The overwhelming scent of blood put them on high alert, making it clear that the events here could no longer be hidden.

Liu Wuxie had no intention of remaining in the valley indefinitely. He planned to leave and seek further training after fully consolidating his cultivation. Although the laws currently accepted him, they were not yet fully his. He needed to temper himself through experience and battle to completely integrate the laws and make them a true part of his being.

Ten people stood outside the valley.

"True Profound Realm!" Liu Wuxie muttered, his lips curling into a smile. He hadn't expected to lure True Profound Realm cultivators, and this was getting interesting. The other nine were at the pinnacle of the Nascent Transformation Realm, each possessing formidable strength.

"A battle took place here!" the True Profound Realm cultivator said with a frown, detecting the overwhelming scent of blood even from several thousand meters away.

"Many people have gone missing recently. I heard they were heading to this valley, so where did they go?" Many disciples from various sects and clans had advanced to the fourth stage and maintained contact even after entering the training ground. However, all communication had been severed after some participants had reached the valley, making it highly likely that they had met their end there.

"Gan Liang, should we go in?" the youth beside him asked. Among the ten, only Gan Liang had reached the True Profound Realm, making him the undisputed leader of the group.

Gan Liang had spent two days gathering participants and seizing countless jade tokens. Their efforts had amassed a significant number of points, impressive enough to hold value even when divided among the group.

"This brat is the reason our Profound Cloud Sect failed to achieve good results in the previous trials. He must die today!" Gan Liang declared. Being close to Ning Hai, he was determined to kill Liu Wuxie and restore the sect's honor.