Chapter 150.2: Great Calamity, News On Moonwatch Continent

At the Bright Palace.

Zi Ran wore a respectful expression, albeit a hint of killing intent flickered deep within her eyes. "Grand Palace Master, Huang Tu was killed by the Blood-Clothed Sword God!"

Shrouded entirely in radiance, the Grand Palace Master's face was impossible to discern. All one could discern was that he was tall and imposing.

"I understand," the Grand Palace Master said calmly. "I have already spoken with the Eastern Lands Lord of Divine Flower Society. He will help arrange a meeting between us and the Blood-Clothed Sword God so we can sit down and talk."

"Sit down and talk?" Zi Ran's expression contorted with anger and disbelief. "He

killed

Huang Tu! He has cut off one of our escape routes!"

The Grand Palace Master said with absolute serenity, "The great calamity approaches. We don't have time for such trivial matters. Focus on the plan. Retreat where we must retreat. At worst, we lose a bit of face. No matter how many people we throw at him, we can't surround and kill him, unless he walks into our mountain gate himself. Why waste the effort? Let's not discuss this any further."

It wasn't as though he didn't want to kill the Blood-Clothed Sword God. If that killer came to the Bright Palace headquarters, he could easily be killed by deploying their Violet Palace cultivators and supreme treasure. Yet he was no fool. Why would he walk to his death?

Thus, the Grand Palace Master could only choose to extend an olive branch. "Before returning, I personally paid a visit to

that one

. He said we may accept one more disciple. Xu Tongchen's talent far surpasses Huang Tu's. He will certainly enter the top twenty, perhaps even the top ten. We will use the Seven Word Sect's quota."

With one sentence, the Grand Palace Master decided the Seven Word Sect's fate. Whether they agreed or not wasn't his concern.

***

The next day, Xu Tongchen once again arrived outside Qi Yuan's cave residence. He felt anxious.

Unlike before, Qi Yuan and his two friends seemed to be playing a game of chess. Qi Yuan held the black stone and pondered his next move.

Xu Tongchen's legs trembled uncontrollably. "Qi Yuan—

uh,

Fellow Daoist, it's been a while."

Who could have imagined that the ordinary-looking man who trained beside him daily was a legendary figure who shook the entire Cuiyun Continent?

Xu Tongchen's odd behavior caught Jiang Ya's attention. She glanced at Xu Tongchen, then at Qi Yuan, her expression unreadable.[1]

Qi Yuan gave Xu Tongchen a brief look of acknowledgement. "Come sit. Wait until I finish this game, then I'll go train with you."

Xu Tongchen obeyed immediately, sitting beside him.

Opposing Qi Yuan was Kang Fulu. He placed a black stone and looked triumphantly at Qi Yuan. "Junior Brother, you lost this round."

Qi Yuan stared at the board, then shook his head. "As expected, I'm only suited for Five in a Row."

Jiang Ya sat quietly to the side, amusement dancing in her eyes.

These two are terrible at chess.

Kang Fulu seemed even more pleased, but then suddenly recalled something and asked, "Junior Brother, did you skip yesterday's Fish-Dragon Banquet? I didn't see you there."

"I attended," Qi Yuan replied. "You were with Senior Sister Jiang Ya. Xu Tongchen was beside you."

"

Huh

? Strange, why didn't I see you?" Kang Fulu turned to Xu Tongchen. "Xu Tongchen, did you see Junior Brother?"

Kang Fulu had followed Jiang Ya to the banquet yesterday. There, he encountered Xu Tongchen, whom he had met once at Qi Yuan's place. The three eventually walked together.

𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

"I-I saw him," Xu Tongchen said, stealing a glance at Qi Yuan. He had no idea how to answer. What else was he supposed to say?

Your junior brother is the terrifying Blood-Clothed Sword God

?

"

Aiya

, Fellow Daoist Xu, you saw my junior brother and didn't tell me. Were you also intimidated by Blood-Clothed Sword God's murderous aura?" Kang Fulu's expression grew solemn. "That Blood-Clothed Sword God... Even though he and I both grew up in the Hundred Nations, his power is truly terrifying. Who knows how many people he killed to temper such blood qi? A peerless killing god like him is probably extremely antisocial. Ordinary people wouldn't dare stay near him for long. Who knows when he might suddenly kill someone?"

Xu Tongchen was speechless. He didn't know what to say.

Qi Yuan looked at Kang Fulu. "Senior Brother, the Blood-Clothed Sword God is actually a very kind person. He has no interest in killing young people like you. He only likes killing old people."

Kang Fulu shot him a glare. He had personally seen the Blood-Clothed Sword God kill prodigies like slaughtering dogs. What would a mere Core Formation brat like Qi Yuan know?

Still, he couldn't be bothered to argue. “Alright, you two can go train.”

Qi Yuan agreed without resistance. "Okay."

Last time, he had faintly sensed the True Sun Fire. He intended to comprehend it fully in one go today.

Following Qi Yuan, Xu Tongchen entered the cave residence. His mindset had drastically changed. Previously, although he treated Qi Yuan respectfully, his pride as someone ranked in the top thirty always flickered beneath the surface. Now, that pride had completely vanished, replaced only by reverence and fear.

"Bring out your True Sun Fire. This time, I'll definitely comprehend it," said Qi Yuan.

Without further ado, Xu Tongchen summoned the True Sun Fire.

Qi Yuan's expression instantly turned solemn as he entered the state. Dark within yet bright without, the True Sun Fire radiated golden light. He gazed at it as if he were standing inside the sun itself. Within it, roaring flames burned violently, capable of incinerating all. Seemingly noticing Qi Yuan's arrival, they burned even brighter, almost eagerly. It was like a sugar baby greeting her sugar daddy.

"You are my True Sun Fire," he murmured quietly.

A spark of True Sun Fire danced with extreme joy, flying out and landing in his palm.

Qi Yuan's eyes lit up, a flame flickering within his pupils. He broke into a delighted grin. "I've comprehended True Sun Fire!"

Xu Tongchen was taken aback. Still, remembering who Qi Yuan truly was, his shock subsided slightly. "Congratulations, Senior! My deepest congratulations!"

In truth, he was also curious. Why would a Violet Palace mighty expert come to learn his True Sun Fire? After all,

Sure, it was a powerful technique, but still ordinary. Useful for killing Nascent Souls, but useless against other Violet Palaces. Of course, he would never dare ask Qi Yuan.

Qi Yuan said casually, "These days were hard on you, but it's a win-win."

Naturally, he knew that the True Sun Fire would flourish quickly with him around. The Golden Core considered him its father, and Qi Yuan didn't mind.

Testing the waters, Xu Tongchen said cautiously, "Senior, then this junior will take his leave."

"

Mhm.

"

Qi Yuan could tell Xu Tongchen had discovered his identity, but didn't care. After all, Xu Tongchen's master was part of his music band. When he went to exterminate Bright Palace, he'd bring Xu Yeli along.

After Xu Tongchen left, Qi Yuan entered the Divine Flower Society forum again. During this period, he had been posting and livestreaming his plan to destroy Bright Palace. As a result, he had gained many supporters.

This time, he logged into his main account and entered the group chat. Rogue Immortal was already boasting there.

Rogue Immortal: You guys don't know! Qiyuann Sovereign is a

true

big shot! When we first met, he was so easy-going, I thought he was a total newbie. Then, a Violet Palace showed up and acted like a dog in front of him! I was completely shocked! Qiyuann Sovereign is the real deal! Before he left, he asked me to record the Fish-Dragon Golden Core Dance. During the performance, I was allowed to stand directly on stage. If not for the crowd—no, if not for remembering Qiyuann Sovereign's words, I'd have acted unwise!

Iceberg Empress: I could tell at a glance that Qiyuann Sovereign isn't ordinary. I'm just waiting for Bright Palace to be wiped out.

Qiyuann Sovereign: No need to wait long, Sister. My plan to eradicate Bright Palace has reached its final stage. In a few days, I'll destroy them.

Everyone from Bright Palace had retreated to headquarters. Even the Grand Palace Master was returning soon. He intended to wipe them out in one sweep.

Rogue Immortal typed enthusiastically

Rogue Immortal: Wow, Big Shot is here! Let me pour you tea!

Great Sun Flame Emperor: Qiyuann Sovereign, you're here?

Qi Yuan then saw a private message notification. It was from the Great Sun Flame Emperor.

Great Sun Flame Emperor: Qiyuann Sovereign, do you really intend to destroy Bright Palace?

Qiyuann Sovereign: Yes. I must finish what I started.

Still, he was curious why the Great Sun Flame Emperor messaged him privately. Soon, his question was answered.

Great Sun Flame Emperor: Bright Palace is not simple. They have deep connections with a Yin Spirit.

He was giving Qi Yuan a warning.

Qiyuann Sovereign: Even if the Tathagata Buddha himself appeared, he cannot stop me.

Seeing this, the Great Sun Flame Emperor knew Qiyuann Sovereign had made up his mind.

Great Sun Flame Emperor: Your conflict with Bright Palace has drawn the attention of the Divine Flower Society's upper echelon. I believe the president will soon send a friend request to your Blood-Clothed Sword God account.

Qiyuann Sovereign:

Oh

? I'll check later and accept it.

After all, one had to respect the forum moderator.

Great Sun Flame Emperor hesitated before typing.

Great Sun Flame Emperor: Qiyuann Sovereign, if a Yin Spirit intervenes against you during the Bright Palace affair, speak the name Lord Wind. It might save your life once.

Truthfully, he didn't think Qiyuann Sovereign could destroy the Bright Palace. If anything, Qi Yuan Sovereign was more likely to offend the Yin Spirit—which was what he truly feared.

1. E/N: she gonna tell jiang lingsu that the bois had a couple argument. ☜