Ling Tian Sword God

PFFT!

At the moment the vortex was slashed open by the sword, Xie Zhiqiu’s body was flung violently backward, and he spat out a mouthful of blood.

”How is that possible?”

The light on Xie Zhiqiu’s body dimmed, and an unparalleled sense of terror finally crept into his eyes.

”Black-robed, strike quickly! He’s at the end of his tether; you can seize this chance to kill him. I’ll pass on the final levels of my demonic cultivation to you!” Xie Zhiqiu bellowed.

However, the Black-robed remained indifferent to his shouts. He wasn’t a fool; anyone could see Xie Zhiqiu’s desperate situation. Attacking Ling Chen now would be a death sentence.

A chilling glint flashed in his eyes. The Black-robed abruptly summoned his True Qi and struck Xie Zhiqiu firmly from behind.

He had turned on Xie Zhiqiu!

”Damn it, you traitor! Die!” Xie Zhiqiu’s expression changed drastically, turning instantly ferocious as he hastily slapped backward.

BANG!

Upon contact, the Black-robed was sent flying, severely injured and vomiting blood. Xie Zhiqiu wasn’t in much better condition; he also spat out a mouthful of fresh blood.

The Black-robed’s strength posed no threat to Xie Zhiqiu at his peak. But now was different; Ling Chen had inflicted serious injuries on him. His strength was rapidly declining, plummeting.

”Kill him! This man dares to usurp the Sect Leader’s position! All followers of the Holy Church are obligated to execute him!”

”I was blinded by greed to follow this man! Saint Child, spare my worthless life! Please kill this demon, and let that act serve as my atonement!”

”No, wasn’t he once a Saint? Capture him! Interrogate him, expose all his secrets, and then torture him to death!”

Seeing the Black-robed strike Xie Zhiqiu and make him vomit blood, a few other demons who had previously surrendered to Xie Zhiqiu also stepped forward. They declared their new allegiance and then boldly attacked Xie Zhiqiu.

Ling Chen shook his head. He’s finished! His internal strength was quickly fading, and a feeling of weakness washed over him. The effect of his power-up, lasting about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, was over. However, it was more or less enough; the current situation no longer required his intervention.

”Capture him!” Ling Chen gestured toward the many experts from the Cyan Robe Association and Saintess Hall.

”Yes, sir!”

Liu Qingxu, Elder Beiming, Lian Ji, and several others were already prepared. The moment Ling Chen gave the order, they shot out and surrounded Xie Zhiqiu.

Realizing he was utterly betrayed and isolated, Xie Zhiqiu paradoxically grew calm. He suddenly burst into an eerie, shrill laugh. ”You think this is enough to annihilate me? Dream on!”

His voice had barely faded when an unprecedented surge of True Qi erupted from within his body. It generated such intense friction that a layer of blue Flames ignited on his skin, clearly visible to everyone.

The Flames burned with crackling sounds, looking like Ghostfire—extremely terrifying.

A look of shock surfaced in Ling Chen’s eyes. He’s actually burning his own body! This madman!

AARGH!

The Sky Apex Realm Expert closest to Xie Zhiqiu was immediately set alight. The blue Flames burned ferociously and were unstoppable. In the blink of an eye, this Sky Apex Realm Expert was burned to ashes, not even a trace of his body remaining.

”What?”

Upon seeing this, all the experts attacking Xie Zhiqiu became fearful. They didn’t know the origin of these blue Flames, but they were so formidable that they could instantly overwhelm the defenses of even a Top Sky Apex Strong.

”Ling Chen, you’ve thwarted my plans twice! I swear I’ll have your blood for this in the future!” Xie Zhiqiu roared and then bolted, trying to escape.

If I don’t leave now, I’ll die here!

”Block him!”

Duan Qingxu, Elder Beiming, the Heartbroken Elder, and the others dared not approach Xie Zhiqiu directly. However, they knew in their hearts they couldn’t let this ferocious demon escape. If he did, he would likely return seeking vengeance, which would be a major calamity.

As for figures like the Heartbroken Elder and other leaders from the Demon Path Sects, they knew they had to make their best effort to kill Xie Zhiqiu if they wanted Ling Chen’s forgiveness. Otherwise, with no merits to their name, there was no guarantee Ling Chen would spare them.

These leaders launched fierce long-range attacks at Xie Zhiqiu. Their ferocious assaults and intense Air Energy enveloped him like a tempest.

Under such an intensive barrage, Xie Zhiqiu’s body was riddled with holes.

Everyone was going all out, desperately trying to kill Xie Zhiqiu.

AARGH!

Xie Zhiqiu’s body was shattered and torn apart, but the remnants of his flesh and blood reconstituted. He was resilient, seemingly undying.

Ling Chen sighed. No wonder he’s the Undying Old Demon. Even like this, he doesn’t die. It’s no surprise that back then, even the Red Sky Sword Saint, after risking his life, only managed to seal the Undying Old Demon, not kill him completely.

Those who reached a Saint’s level of Cultivation naturally had long lifespans and powerful Life Force. However, the Undying Old Demon, having cultivated the Undying Demon Skill, had reached the stage of flesh and blood regeneration. In other words, as long as his body wasn’t completely obliterated, he could reconstitute and recover.

Xie Zhiqiu’s mangled body accelerated, breaking through the encirclement and fleeing.

Even with so many experts pursuing and attacking, they still failed to capture Xie Zhiqiu. One of them came before Ling Chen and said, ”It’s a pity. That bastard runs so fast. He has already cultivated to an extremely high Realm, reaching the point of flesh and blood regeneration. However, his Vital Energy has been scattered, and much of his flesh and blood lost. Even after a hundred years, it will be difficult for him to recover from what little remains.”

”This man is indeed very difficult to kill. It’s not your fault.”

Ling Chen didn’t press the matter. Xie Zhiqiu was severely injured this time and won’t recover easily. At least for the foreseeable future, he no longer poses a threat.

”Saint Child! How should we deal with those who colluded with Xie Zhiqiu and rebelled?” Elder Beiming asked Ling Chen, bowing.

Upon hearing this, the faces of the experts from the Skypiercing Peak Lineage, as well as those from Sadness Hall and other Demon Path Sects who had been forced to submit to Xie Zhiqiu, tightened with fear.

If Ling Chen were to sentence them to death now, they would likely be executed on the spot.

Ling Chen’s gaze swept over the crowd. Then, his voice slowly rang out, ”Today’s primary rebels have already been dealt with. The rest of you are pardoned.”

”Thank you, Saint Child!”

Those who had been holding their breath felt a surge of joyful surprise and relief. They all knelt and kowtowed to Ling Chen.

”Saint Ling Chen, the usurper Sect Leader Xie Zhiqiu is dead. The position of Sect Leader is now vacant. We implore you to follow the Mandate of Heaven and assume the leadership!” Seeing the opportunity, the Heartbroken Elder loudly voiced his support.

”We implore Saint Ling Chen to assume the leadership! Unify the Martial World and dominate the lands!”

The others quickly understood the Heartbroken Elder’s intentions. This was the perfect opportunity to urge Ling Chen to take the position. Now, under Ling Chen’s formidable power, he would surely not make things difficult for them.

Furthermore, with Ling Chen’s astonishing strength, he truly deserved the position of Sect Leader.

Instantly, all the Holy Church members knelt, hailing Ling Chen and creating an incredibly vast and impressive scene.