studiobondurri Chapter 287: Wait
Chapter 287: Wait
Chapter 287: Wait
—We understand the consequences, but he doesn't. He even believes that you're the villain standing in his way! Standing in the way of bringing tens of thousands of Martial Saints into the path of the Martial God that he created.
Zhao Kunwu spoke slowly.
—He's entirely incapable of considering another approach. What if, instead of pursuing the Martial God's path, we focused on developing the Lifeform Force Field? Once these people master the control of Vitality, Qi, and Spirit through the Force Field and successfully transition, they'll become Top-Tier Astral Cultivators. The resulting surge in our combat power would be tremendous.
The supreme expert of Great Shang waved his hand forcefully.
—This power could completely turn the tide for humanity, allowing us to break free from a defensive stance. Every Legend would be able to proudly announce to our anxious people that we no longer need to be confined to one place. The balance of attack and defense will be shifted!
"You're saying all of this just to make me watch Li Pin die!? That's impossible!" Fu Qingtian coldly sneered. "If anything happens to Li Pin, Cang Shengdao will fall! If you dare to stop me, then let's fight."
—Of course not.
Zhao Kunwu calmly said.
—To avoid any unnecessary misunderstandings that could lead to accidents between us, I will reveal my whereabouts and not step within half a step of that sea region.
"I'll be waiting."
With that, Fu Qingtian abruptly ended the communication.
Whoosh!
The next moment, Yuan Zhenchuan appeared in a burst of light, closely following Fu Qingtian
"Why did you stop?"
"Zhenchuan, I need you to monitor Zhao Kunwu's movements," Fu Qingtian ordered.
Yuan Zhenchuan was momentarily stunned but nodded, nonetheless. He quickly worked on something.
By the time the nine Master Astral Cultivators arrived, Yuan Zhenchuan's expression had turned into one of surprise. "Zhao Kunwu is still in Misty Cliff Harbor. He has suppressed all his astral energy fluctuations, and many electronic devices can even directly detect him."
Yuan Zhenchuan glanced at Fu Qingtian. "Is this his way of proving that he has nothing to do with this? That it's merely his disciple's own personal motive that drives him and it has nothing to do with him?"
"If Zhao Kunwu stays out of this, Cang Shengdao alone is no match for us. The few of us together could easily take him down," Lu Jianchuan said.
Lu Jianchuan's gaze shifted toward Fu Qingtian.
In theory, Fu Qingtian was the most suitable to take action, and also the most foolproof. However, Fu Qingtian remained silent. Instead, he began turning the ring on his finger—an unparalleled treasure symbolizing his status as Tianyuan's Supreme Expert.
This was the Void Ring, one of the Six Divine Rings, capable of teleportation.
After a while pervaded by silence, Fu Qingtian finally looked at Mo Wangqing, who had also followed along. "Inform Chong Guang and Xiang Tianxing that Cang Shengdao is attacking Li Pin."
Lu Jianchuan, Su Dongfeng, and the others were all taken aback.
Unable to hold back, Lu Jianchuan asked, "What about us?"
"Wait," Fu Qingtian calmly replied.
***
The sea breeze howled.
Li Pin had merged with the Celestial Magnetic Field. Though his physique prevented him from truly harnessing the field's power for flight, he moved effortlessly over the waves, light and unburdened.
Yet none of this compared to his current mood—a feeling of exhilarating freedom... like a fish leaping from the vast ocean or birds soaring in the endless sky.
The King of the Century Competition had brought closure to his martial path. He had revealed the Martial God's path to the world and repaid Fu Qingtian's favor of gifting him the Essence-Gathering Pearl and cultivation insights during the World's Top Martial Competition.
No! It wasn't just Fu Qingtian that he had repaid! He had repaid his debts to Tianyuan, leaving him with an unprecedented sense of relief.
Walking on the waves, gazing out at the infinite horizon, and breathing in the sea air, Li Pin savored the sensation of absolute freedom. His spirit seemed to loosen, blending more deeply and purely into the Celestial Magnetic Field.
"It's consuming so quickly!?"
After a moment, Li Pin noticed something and quickly withdrew his mental spirit.
In just a few seconds, the crystal had noticeably shrunk. Yet, within that short span of time, his body had been restored and optimized to an unprecedented peak.
His Vitality, Qi, and Spirit were perfect and flawless, in the best shape possible.
However, seeing how much the crystal had shrunk, Li Pin quickly stored it away using the jade amulet.
Such treasures must be used sparingly.
Buzz buzz!
Just as Li Pin was about to set off again, his communication bracelet vibrated.
"Warden Xiang?"
He thought for a moment, seemingly guessing the reason for the call. Considering their relationship, he answered.
Xiang Tianxing gazed through the bracelet at the figure now making headlines across every global news outlet. He spoke with a mix of emotions.
—I never expected... you could actually reach this stage on the path of the Stars Overlord.
Li Pin smiled. "You're mistaken, Warden Xiang. It's the Martial God path."
His Lifeform Force Field and Celestial Magnetic Field differed greatly from what Xiang Tianxing and the others understood. Fu Qingtian had once said that such force fields were impossible for mortals to condense.
Xiang Tianxing warned.
—There's no time for small talk, Li Pin. Listen carefully. Cang Shengdao is heading your way at full speed. He's the brother of Cang Shengjie, a Quasi-Legendary figure of the Astral Palace system. It seems he's coming to avenge his brother. You'd better hide—go as deeply as you can.
"A Legendary figure of the Astral Palace system?"
Li Pin was familiar with the system. He also knew that in reality, they were called Quasi-Legends at best.
People liked to inflate their own reputations. It was similar to how Qiu Chufeng and his groups once referred to themselves as Martial Saints.
However, that wasn't the main concern....
Li Pin raised his head and gazed at the several rapidly approaching drones. "I fear it may be too late."
Xiang Tianxing realized what was happening.
—Damn it... those people... they're stirring up chaos just for the sake of it...
Li Pin was somewhat surprised. "So... Tianyuan is allowing this to happen?"
After all, he had just helped Tianyuan achieve the glory of the King of the Century and aided Fu Qingtian in securing command of the Special United Squad.
Xiang Tianxing opened his mouth to respond but found himself at a loss for words. In the end, he fell silent.
As the three drones reached the island, they began to circle, watching but not getting any closer—like spectators at a spectacle.
Xiang Tianxing remained silent for a while before speaking.
—Lord Fu Qingtian is already aware of the situation...
"And?"
Xiang Tianxing said solemnly.
—He's waiting. Waiting for you to ask for his help.
1. A Chinese idiom that conveys a sense of boundless freedom and ability to overcome any obstacles. ☜