Ling Tian Sword God

Chapter 800: Chapter 798 Dark Currents Surging_1

After Tang Ze and the others departed, Ling Chen, Ye Ming, and his two companions also left the True Dragon Pavilion. They gathered at a tavern in Panlong City for a chat.

The four of them were having a great time, frequently exchanging their personal insights and experiences in Martial Arts. After all, Ye Ming and his companions were rare geniuses, and Ling Chen was even more so. Sometimes, a single inspiration or a natural variation could enable them to achieve a breakthrough. While exchanging ideas, they all felt enlightened in certain aspects, potentially saving them many detours on their future paths.

Among the three, Ye Ming had his unique understanding of Swordsmanship, Yuwen Jie was an expert in Boxing, and Dong Yaotian was adept at Blade Technique. Each was proficient in different Martial Arts, but all disciplines ultimately led to the same goal. The Martial Arts of the three were very inspiring to Ling Chen. Similarly, the Swordsmanship experience Ling Chen shared was also of great benefit to them.

”The Tang Sect is one of the Nine Great Families, possessing massive and deeply entrenched influence. How did Brother Ling Chen offend them?” After some mutual exchange, Ye Ming, who sat opposite him, suddenly asked.

Ling Chen didn’t hide anything and roughly explained the annihilation of the Qingcheng Palace by the Tang Sect.

However, he omitted all details regarding The Immortal Sword Jade Wall.

”I didn’t expect Brother Ling Chen to possess such a chivalrous heart.”

Yuwen Jie and Dong Yaotian didn’t say much. Such incidents were not uncommon in the Jianghu. Among Sects, it was natural for the big fish to eat the small fish, and the small fish to eat shrimp. The destruction of a Sect was as common as a daily meal. However, they were somewhat surprised that Ling Chen would lend a helping hand to complete strangers.

After all, the Jianghu was perilous, and human relationships could be harsh. Deception was rampant even among siblings and relatives, let alone strangers.

After chatting casually for a while, a thought suddenly struck Ling Chen: Xia Yunxin’s situation.

”You three, I was wondering if you’ve heard of anyone, or any place, in the Nine Provinces Land that might have information about the Soul Resurrection Technique?”

These three were all from prestigious families and must be very knowledgeable. It’s a good opportunity to ask about the Soul Resurrection Technique.

”Soul Resurrection Technique?”

Ye Ming and the others were all taken aback, then shook their heads. ”Life, old age, sickness, and death are all part of the Heavenly Dao’s constant principles. The Soul Resurrection Technique is one that defies the heavens and alters fate. We’ve only heard rumors about it; we’ve never personally witnessed such an unorthodox art.”

”Indeed. Resurrection is a heaven-defying technique. It’s rumored to consume one’s own lifespan, so very few people in this world would dare to use it,” Dong Yaotian, who was beside them, also nodded in agreement.

”However, among the Nine Great Families, the Heavenly Constructor Family has always enjoyed researching things that defy the heavens and alter fate. If we’re talking about the Soul Resurrection Technique, the Heavenly Constructor Family might know a thing or two,” Yuwen Jie said.

”The Heavenly Constructor Family?”

Ling Chen’s eyes lit up slightly. He hadn’t expected it to involve the Heavenly Constructor Family again—the very family of his mother, Liu Xiling.

”Are there any other avenues?”

It was still unknown whether the Heavenly Constructor Family was friend or foe, and besides, Ling Chen had no intention of visiting the Liu Family for the time being.

”As for other avenues, I’m not sure,” Yuwen Jie shook his head. ”In the Four Wilderness, beyond the Nine Provinces, there are said to be rumors of witchcraft capable of reviving the dead. Many Different People from the Four Wilderness have entered the Nine Provinces Land. They have secretly formed certain religious organizations. Although explicitly forbidden by the Empress, these groups still wield considerable influence in the shadows. If you can find these individuals, you might uncover information about the Soul Resurrection Technique.”

”The Four Wilderness... religions?”

Ling Chen nodded slowly. It seemed that even in the Nine Provinces Land, the Soul Resurrection Technique was an exceedingly rare and taboo art. Ordinary medical skills were utterly helpless for those whose souls had already scattered. The religions from the Four Wilderness operating in the Nine Provinces Land likely existed only underground, not daring to function openly. He could only start by gathering information and searching for clues about these Otherworldly Religions.

”Come, let’s drink!” Ling Chen raised his wine cup, pushed aside his thoughts, and began drinking with the three of them.

「Yongzhou Territory.」

The Heavenly Constructor Family, Liu Family.

Within Yongzhou’s largest residence, sprawling for hundreds of miles, were countless exquisite buildings and pavilions, all exuding an air of grandeur and majesty.

In the deepest part of the residence.

In a dust-sealed grand hall, an elder with hair of black and white sat cross-legged on a meditation cushion in the center, clearly cultivating.

Just then, the sound of hurried footsteps came from outside the hall. A man in black quickly entered.

”Great Elder.”

The man in black knelt and kowtowed to the elder.

”What is it?”

The elder slowly opened his eyes.

”It’s about the young man named Ling Chen. We have news of him,” said the man in black respectfully.

”Ling Chen? Ling’er’s son? Has he also come to the Nine Provinces?”

A sharp glint suddenly flashed in the elder’s eyes.

”Precisely.”

The man in black nodded. ”He should have been in the Nine Provinces Land for some time now. And just three days ago, he successfully left his name on the Ten Thousand Years Green History Wall in Panlong City.”

”Oh? He left his name on the Green History Wall? What is his ranking?” the elder asked, seemingly quite interested.

”Fifth. Among the current younger generation, he is second only to Peerless Sword and Liu Mengru,” the man in black reported truthfully.

”Oh? That indeed indicates extraordinary talent. No, that’s the aptitude of a peerless prodigy. Unfortunately, his existence is an impediment to our Liu Family.”

The elder’s expression showed a hint of regret. After all, ranking fifth on the Green History Wall signified a peerless prodigy. Compared to their Liu Family’s strongest genius, Liu Mengru, he was only slightly inferior.

Such a genius, unable to be used by them, could only be eliminated. He couldn’t help but feel a measure of regret.

The man in black nodded, seemingly understanding the Great Elder’s meaning. He then cupped his hands and said, ”This Ling Chen has only just arrived in the Nine Provinces Land and has already offended the Tang Sect. Their members are still hunting him. Our people can disguise themselves as Tang Sect Experts and secretly assassinate him.”

”That’s not a bad idea.”

The elder nodded, a frosty glint flickering in his eyes. ”In any case, it must be done quickly. We must eliminate this boy as soon as possible. Otherwise, if the Xing Saint Family learns of his existence, it will become another troublesome affair. I fear it might create unforeseen complications for the plans we have so carefully prepared.”

”Understood.”

The man in black nodded and then slowly withdrew from the grand hall.

Little fellow, you could have lived well and safely in the Desolate Land. Why did you insist on coming here? This is not a place you should have come to.

The elder muttered to himself, sighed, and then continued, For the sake of the family’s grand plan, we can only sacrifice you, junior.

Ling Chen’s existence posed a significant threat to the Heavenly Constructor Family’s next major plan. He had to be eliminated—erased from this world—as swiftly as possible.