Chapter 279: Your Husband is Amazing, But He’ll Be Mine Soon |
A single Core Formation cultivator holding back nearly twenty cultivators at the same level… If this were to spread to the outside world, no one would believe it.
Those who could participate in the Martial Realm trial were all geniuses from their respective factions, some even chosen prodigies representing their realms.
Yet, now, they were being intimidated by Mu Zhi’an… No, they were even trying to flee!
Mu Zhi’an had summoned the Pure World Azure Lotus, his Heavenly Tribulation radiating a destructive aura. Snowflakes danced in the fierce wind, and the dark sky seemed to be collapsing, the lightning illuminating the faces of the cultivators present.
“Are you insane, Mu Zhi’an?! A combined tribulation with over twenty people, even you can’t withstand that! You’re not even planning to participate in the Ascension Ceremony anymore?!” Nigati exclaimed in shock and anger.
No one would have imagined that someone would use a Heavenly Tribulation as a trump card, dragging them all into this mess…
If he was eliminated in the Martial Realm, he would be mocked relentlessly back in the Southern Wilderness, and his position as the Holy Son would be overshadowed by Regina.
People wouldn’t care about the process; they only cared about the results.
And the result would be: Nigati couldn’t even pass the Martial Realm trial.
“That’s right! Let us go now, and I promise to repay your kindness in the future!”
The cultivators trapped within the tribulation area pleaded with him, even Ye Yu remaining silent.
Even he knew that their fate was now in Mu Zhi’an’s hands.
If they tried to escape, that mysterious lotus would stop them, and if Mu Zhi’an unleashed the full power of his tribulation, they wouldn’t be able to escape the falling lightning.
Mu Zhi’an chuckled.
Now you realize we’re all from the Eastern Realm and should be united?
Where was your sense of unity when you ignored the one undergoing the tribulation and increased the difficulty for my maid to obtain the Heavenly Dao Energy?
They weren’t regretting their actions; they were regretting Mu Zhi’an’s appearance and their own hesitation in seizing the treasure.
Meanwhile, the sect disciples who had backed down earlier and given Mu Zhi’an face were now secretly rejoicing.
If they had been greedy and joined the fight for the Heavenly Dao Energy, they would be trapped in this tribulation too.
They would have lost both the treasure and their chance to participate in the Ascension Ceremony… It would have been a complete disaster.
Some of the onlookers, observing the situation with indifference, began to whisper amongst themselves.
“Is this Mu Zhi’an crazy, or does he have another trick up his sleeve? Even he can’t withstand a combined tribulation with over a dozen people, right?”
“But he’s truly devoted to his Dao Companion. He’s willing to offend so many people for her sake. Isn’t he afraid of retaliation from other factions in the Eastern Realm?”
This statement sparked a heated discussion.
“Mu Zhi’an is suppressing the tribulation. He’s probably trying to negotiate with them, perhaps asking them to hand over some of their points so they can all pass the trial.”
“That’s the most logical course of action. If he truly undergoes this combined tribulation, he won’t survive either. Any rational person would negotiate.”
“But what if those being threatened by Mu Zhi’an see through his plan and refuse to compromise…? If he’s pushed too far, and the arrow is already on the string, what will he do?”
Meanwhile, Wang Teng and Tang Sufei exchanged a blow. He stumbled back, looked up at the sky, and said coldly, “Young Master Mu, I am Wang Teng of the Wang family. Can you please give me some face and release my incompetent younger brother?”
His voice, amplified by his Spiritual Energy, reached Mu Zhi’an.
Mu Zhi’an seemed to have heard him. He turned his head, his face illuminated by the lightning.
His voice, laced with mockery, echoed through the air, “Who the hell are you?”
He had clearly seen Wang Teng trying to enter the tribulation area and seize the Heavenly Dao Energy before being intercepted by Tang Sufei.
And now he wanted him to release his brother?
Wang Teng’s expression darkened, and some of the onlookers looked at him with amusement.
This genius from the Wang family had been incredibly arrogant before entering the Martial Realm, his words and demeanor annoying many.
But because he was from the Wang family, they had to endure it and avoid direct conflict with him.
Those who weren’t from the Eastern Realm didn’t care, but the Eastern Realm cultivators naturally didn’t want to offend a powerful clan like the Wang family.
Wang Teng glared at Mu Zhi’an, then sneered. “Even if he survives this tribulation, he won’t pass the Martial Realm trial.”
His words made many feel a pang of sympathy for Mu Zhi’an.
Wang Teng was at the sixth-grade Core Formation Realm, and with the Wang family’s special techniques, he was invincible at his level. Even if Mu Zhi’an had a way to survive the tribulation, he would still have to face Wang Teng’s wrath.
They had heard about Mu Zhi’an’s past actions within the Two Polarities Sect, but his strength was likely no match for Wang Teng’s. Moreover, many cultivators in the Martial Realm were on good terms with Wang Teng. Even those who owed Mu Zhi’an favors wouldn’t dare to offend him.
Besides, the most likely candidates to inherit the Wang family’s leadership were Wang Ying and Wang Teng. If Wang Teng became the head of the family, with the Wang family’s influence in the Eastern Realm, it would be easy for him to make things difficult for Mu Zhi’an.
Unless Mu Zhi’an stayed within the Two Polarities Sect for the rest of his life.
Suddenly, a melodious voice came from the back of the crowd, “The Wang family is truly domineering. However, it’s not up to you to decide who passes the Martial Realm trial.”
The calm and authoritative voice drew everyone’s attention to the speaker.
Then, someone recognized her and exclaimed, “Ye Lingxuan?!”
Many cultivators in the Eastern Realm had heard of Ye Lingxuan. Most didn’t know she was from the Forbidden Zone, but there were only a few truly talented disciples in the Two Polarities Sect, and she was one of them.
Wang Teng turned to look at her, his expression darkening. “This has nothing to do with you, Miss Ye.”
The other cultivators might not know her identity, but as a direct descendant of the Wang family, Wang Teng knew that this elegant and beautiful young lady was the Forbidden Zone’s Holy Maiden.
Ye Lingxuan didn’t give him any face. “If you can use your influence to pressure others, then you should be prepared for the consequences,” she said coldly.
Some cultivators who were acquainted with Wang Teng stirred, about to intervene.
At that moment, a cold voice came from the crowd behind them, “Think carefully before you act. Our sect disciples won’t interfere with each other in the Martial Realm, but we won’t stand by and watch if one of them is attacked by a group.”
Everyone looked up and saw a woman in a moon-white dress standing among them.
“Lan Mulian!”
A commotion erupted among the crowd as they looked at her with apprehension.
The strongest contender in this Ascension Ceremony was this direct disciple of the Two Polarities Sect’s Sect Master. Although her strength would also be suppressed in the Martial Realm, she could still use some of her Nascent Soul techniques.
No one wanted to offend her.
Wang Teng felt a surge of frustration, but he said calmly, “Since you insist on siding with Mu Zhi’an, there’s nothing I can say. However, even if he defeats my brother, Wang Shuo, with this tribulation, it’s a dishonorable victory. I believe everyone here knows that.”
Heavenly Tribulations only occurred when Core Formation cultivators advanced in their cultivation. They weren’t a reflection of one’s true strength. Mu Zhi’an was simply exploiting a loophole.
“With my brother’s talent, he wouldn’t have been eliminated if he had fought him fairly! In fact… none of those trapped within the tribulation are weaker than him!”
Bai Ruoxi suddenly said, “Is that your talented younger brother?”
She looked up at the sky.
Wang Teng followed her gaze, his eyes widening in shock.
Wang Shuo was trying to escape the tribulation area, but he was intercepted by Mu Zhi’an.
Mu Zhi’an had summoned the Pure World Azure Lotus, and as he activated the formation behind him, he punched Wang Shuo repeatedly, his black and gold robe glowing with a faint golden light, his eyes shining like the sun.
Lan Mulian’s eyes flickered with surprise.
A constitution similar to the Sacred Heavenly Body…?
Wang Teng stared at Mu Zhi’an in disbelief.
The tribulation hadn’t descended yet, which meant Mu Zhi’an was suppressing it… But logically, he shouldn’t be able to fight while suppressing his breakthrough.
He must possess a constitution similar to the ‘Innate Spiritual Body’…
But if that was the case, what was with the golden glow around him…?
It was clearly another constitution…
Does he have a dual constitution…?
However, even a dual constitution was less effective than focusing on a single path if not properly utilized.
As this thought crossed his mind, he saw Mu Zhi’an draw a black sword from the void, a graceful female figure appearing behind him.
The woman wore a dark dress, her back turned towards them. As Mu Zhi’an raised his sword, the woman behind him did the same.
The Lone Star Sword!
Boom!
A dazzling golden light engulfed Wang Shuo as Mu Zhi’an unleashed a powerful sword strike, causing Wang Teng’s pupils to constrict.
A third constitution?!
How is that possible? A cultivator should only have two constitutions at most!
Some of the onlookers also noticed this, their gazes fixed on Mu Zhi’an with a mixture of shock and confusion.
None of them had considered Mu Zhi’an a serious contender for the Ascension Ceremony.
But the strength he was displaying now far exceeded their expectations.
Although he rarely fought, his battle experience and his strange constitution were impressive.
Wang Teng stared at them, his gaze fixed on Mu Zhi’an, wondering how he could possess more than two constitutions.
After a while, an absurd thought crossed his mind.
…The Chaos Body?
Not only Wang Teng, but even Bai Ruoxi looked at Mu Zhi’an with surprise. She knew he possessed the Chaos Body, but she didn’t know that he also had a constitution similar to hers.
The figure behind him… was Gong Lianyue, who was currently slumbering within her body!
Seeing Wang Shuo being overwhelmed so quickly, Nigati and the others seized the opportunity and fled from the tribulation area!
Mu Zhi’an didn’t move. He summoned the Eight Chaos Dream Scroll, blocking their path.
Feeling the scroll’s powerful suction force, they paused. Nigati turned around, his eyes filled with shock and anger. “Mu Zhi’an, you wouldn’t dare—”
“Guess what? I dare,” Mu Zhi’an said with a carefree smile, kicking Wang Shuo back into the tribulation area. Then, he released his suppression on his Vessel.
Boom!
His Spiritual Energy surged, and the Heavenly Tribulation in the sky sensed the presence of over a dozen cultivators. Thunder roared.
The cultivators trapped within the tribulation were filled with shock and anger.
Mu Zhi’an closed his eyes.
A combined tribulation with over twenty people… Even a Nascent Soul cultivator wouldn’t be able to withstand it. This was a desperate move, a double-edged sword.
Boom!
Dozens of Thunder Dragons circled in the sky, their terrifying aura making the cultivators tremble as they stared at the awe-inspiring sight.
Nigati and the others cursed inwardly, but they had no time to worry about Mu Zhi’an. They channeled their Spiritual Energy, preparing to fight for their lives against this terrifying tribulation.
“This Mu Zhi’an is truly ruthless. He’s willing to sacrifice himself to take down his enemies,” a cultivator in the distance said, awestruck.
“What a shame. With the strength he displayed earlier, he would have definitely been a contender in the Ascension Ceremony.”
“But his character is admirable. He risked everything for his Dao Companion. It seems their relationship is truly deep.”
“Miss Wei’s talent and beauty are both exceptional. I would also be enraged if I saw someone bullying my Dao Companion.”
These cultivators didn’t notice the chilling atmosphere behind them.
Mu Zhi’an, naturally, was unaware of their conversation. He didn’t have the energy to care either.
The Thunder Dragons circled in the sky, sparks of lightning crackling around them, radiating an aura of death. Their movements were slow and graceful, as if they were preparing for a ritual of destruction.
Boom!
Finally, a Thunder Dragon descended, its black aura surging towards Mu Zhi’an.
So this is a combined tribulation with nearly twenty people? This power… It’s far beyond the Core Formation Realm… Mu Zhi’an took a deep breath, drew his sword, channeled his Spiritual Energy into it, and attacked the Thunder Dragon!
His sword strike, infused with the power of stars, was calm yet contained an explosive force. It clashed with the Thunder Dragon.
The Lone Star Sword did weaken the Thunder Dragon’s power, but it was still far beyond the level of a Core Formation cultivator. And as it approached, Mu Zhi’an realized his Spiritual Energy was becoming sluggish.
No wonder so many cultivators perished during Heavenly Tribulations… If they could also suppress a cultivator’s Spiritual Energy, how could anyone survive?
The Lone Star Sword’s light was completely swallowed by the Thunder Dragon. Screams echoed from the cultivators around him. Mu Zhi’an turned to see Nigati and the others being consumed by the lightning, unable to resist.
Ye Yu seemed to have let the old man within him take control of his body at the last moment, barely managing to withstand the Thunder Dragon’s attack.
However, it was futile.
The second Thunder Dragon in the sky was already stirring.
No one could escape this tribulation.
It seems I’ll really have to get married… Mu Zhi’an chuckled.
But sacrificing himself for a dozen people… It was worth it.
He released his sword and spread his arms, falling from the sky!
The entire sky filled his vision: the snowflakes, the tribulation clouds, the wind, and the terrifying Thunder Dragon descending upon him.
He glanced sideways and saw Ye Lingxuan and the others in the distance. Although he couldn’t see them clearly, he could feel their gazes fixed on him.
“Is this considered losing the battle but winning at life…?” Mu Zhi’an thought, his usual humor surfacing even in this situation.
He slowly closed his eyes.
Not far away, Lan Feiying, who had just arrived, watched silently.
Ye Lingxuan’s eyes held a hint of worry, but she quickly concealed it.
The jade slip drawn by the Sect Master would protect him from a fatal blow and transport him out of the Martial Realm.
Although it was a shame he wouldn’t be able to participate in the Ascension Ceremony, she would comfort him later.
And… deal with that troublesome Wang Teng.
Each girl reacted differently, but their eyes were fixed on Mu Zhi’an.
Huang Manting’s eyes flickered with a seductive glint as she observed the scene silently.
Mu Zhi’an faintly smelled a familiar fragrance and slowly opened his eyes.
It was Wei Mengrou, who had already overcome her tribulation. She was enveloped in a thick black mist, flying towards him at an incredible speed.
Her yellow dress clung to her body, and her usually cold eyes were filled with urgency.
…This should earn me some brownie points with Mengrou, right? Mu Zhi’an thought.
This doesn’t seem so bad after all.
He was about to close his eyes again when the maid suddenly appeared before him.
Mu Zhi’an was stunned, surprised by her speed.
Then, under his stunned gaze, and the astonished gazes of the other cultivators, Wei Mengrou wrapped an arm around the back of his head, her clear eyes looking into his, a hint of moisture glimmering within.
She leaned down and kissed him.
Boom!
It was as if a bolt of lightning had struck the girls’ minds. Even the usually domineering Ye Lingxuan froze, her eyes wide with shock as she stared at the scene before her.
The world seemed to fall silent, and the Heavenly Tribulation seemed to ignore Mu Zhi’an and Wei Mengrou. The Thunder Dragon lashed its tail, turning towards the other cultivators undergoing their tribulations.
A protective barrier seemed to form around Wei Mengrou, shielding them from the falling lightning!
Mu Zhi’an stared at the maid’s face, inches from his. Her cheeks were flushed from the kiss, her beauty a mix of coldness and allure.
An absurd thought crossed his mind.
Did she just… block the Heavenly Tribulation…?