Checking in for 100,000 Years-Chapter 787: Li Qikong

The First Ruthless Man?

Ye Yun’s eyebrows twitched, a playful smile on his face.

In this world, is there anyone even more ruthless than him?

A hundred thousand years ago, he had single-handedly conquered the entire Cangnan Continent, but he only declared himself as the top expert. Nobody had ever called him the First Ruthless Man.

Regarding this title—the First Ruthless Man—Ye Yun was genuinely interested.

...

After the Sect Master of Yao Lingling finished speaking, the crowd in the square stirred.

"Elder, you didn’t mispeak, did you? There’s actually a tomb of the First Ruthless Man in the Gui Gou Abyss?" Big Black Dog craned his neck, yelling in shock.

"Elder, the Gui Gou Abyss is one of the Seven Forbidden Lands. How could the tomb of the First Ruthless Man be here?" another Demon Clan cultivator asked urgently.

"According to worldly legends, the First Ruthless Man’s fate became unknown thirty thousand years ago, and he might have left the Cangnan Continent. How could he have hidden himself in the Gui Gou Abyss?" an old man muttered to himself.

"Exactly..."

"I heard another version: back then, many Sky-Level Sects hunted the First Ruthless Man. After a fierce battle, he was finally killed..."

"Haha, I’ve also heard this version..."

"What you all said isn’t right. It’s said that the First Ruthless Man didn’t die back then. He was just severely injured and escaped. Someone saw him at sea, heading straight for the Ancient Road to Heaven. He probably went to the outside world..."

"I heard..."

The Demon Clan cultivators in the square were all talking at once, and the atmosphere grew heated as they discussed the matter.

There were all sorts of versions regarding the whereabouts of the First Ruthless Man.

Seeing this enthusiastic scene, a faint smile touched the lips of the Sect Master of Yao Lingling, a debonair young man.

He silently watched everything.

He didn’t interrupt.

It was as though he was enjoying this special feeling at this moment.

"Hehe, it turns out to be the tomb of the First Ruthless Man! We brothers are going to make a fortune this time..." Big Black Dog’s face was flushed with excitement as he spoke.

"Hmph!" Sky-boring Rat sneered, immediately pouring cold water on his excitement, and said mockingly, "You make it sound as if you can actually gain some fortune from the First Ruthless Man’s tomb! Doggie, don’t forget, you have so many competitors around you—over a thousand of them!"

"What’s there to be afraid of? The three of us are so strong; there’s no way we’ll return empty-handed!" Big Black Dog clenched his fist, a green glint in his eyes, and laughed confidently, "This First Ruthless Man, in his past life, was also an Eternal Realm Strong Person. Judging from the various accounts after his supposed death, it’s highly probable he was a Demigod. The tomb of such a figure must contain countless treasures. As long as we brothers get even a little, we’ll be set for life..."

"To hell with you, Doggie! With that pathetic ambition of yours, you’re only fit to be a dog!" Big Black Cat rolled his eyes and couldn’t help but curse.

Just a Demigod, what kind of good things could he possibly leave behind?

He wouldn’t want them even if they were given to him for free.

"Haha, Cat Brother is right! Your awareness is indeed too low!" Sky-boring Rat also came to his senses and laughed loudly.

Since joining the Dragon God Sect, Sky-boring Rat’s horizons had broadened considerably. He had also obtained Spirit Stones from the Divine Land, so his mentality had naturally undergone a drastic change.

Big Black Dog looked aggrieved.

What did he say wrong?

Wasn’t the tomb of the First Ruthless Man something to look forward to?

He stealthily glanced around and saw that all the Demon Clan cultivators had fervent gazes, rubbing their hands together eagerly, wishing they could rush in immediately.

Seems like Cat Brother and Rat Brother have lost their minds... Big Black Dog chuckled inwardly.

「Inside the carriage.」

Ye Yun opened his eyes and looked at Mu Qing, who was sitting opposite him. He asked with a smile, "Do you know of the First Ruthless Man?"

"I do, Master," Mu Qing quickly nodded, a hint of surprise in her eyes.

Why would a magnificent cultivator at the Divine Sovereign Realm like Master be interested in this person?

"Tell me then, what is this First Ruthless Man known for being so ruthless about?" Ye Yun asked with a smile.

"Master, the First Ruthless Man’s name is Li Qikong. He was born over thirty thousand years ago. Originally a Loose Cultivator, he was completely unknown before the age of fifteen. But after turning sixteen, it was as if he became a different person. His cultivation base underwent earth-shattering changes, his realm advancing by leaps and bounds, eventually reaching the Eternal Realm..."

"Li Qikong is known as the First Ruthless Man primarily because his ability to fight cultivators of a higher level was extremely strong. Generally, as long as the difference wasn’t more than three minor realms, no one would be his opponent."

"However, this man was ruthless. Once a fight began, his opponents were either severely injured or killed, always meeting a tragic end. Furthermore, he challenged numerous Eternal Realm Strong Persons and never lost. That is why people bestowed upon him the title of the First Ruthless Man..." Mu Qing said slowly, her eyes bright.

"Haha... This kid is certainly a tough one!" Ye Yun laughed heartily.

This Li Qikong, unknown before fifteen, shot to fame after sixteen, and from then on, embarked on an invincible path.

No matter how you look at it, this young fellow seems to be a favored child of the Heavenly Dao.

Such a person, blessed with great fortune, could also be called a Child of Destiny.

Generally speaking, after being favored by the Heavenly Dao, a Child of Destiny will rise against all odds and eventually establish an immortal dominion.

In Ye Yun’s view, at different times, the world has different Children of Destiny.

Although Children of Destiny are strong, not every one of them can reach the ultimate stage of invincibility.

A Child of Destiny can also meet an untimely end.

One hundred thousand years ago, Ye Yun himself was a Child of Destiny.

At that time, he was tricked by the System into entering the Mystical Space to perform sign-ins.

Although he didn’t truly die, to the Heavenly Dao, it was considered the premature death of a Child of Destiny.

"Are there any records in this world of when this Li Qikong reached the Peak of the Tenth Realm in the Eternal Realm?" Ye Yun asked with a smile.

"Master, there is a worldly rumor: Seven Emptiness, the Ruthless Man, experienced an awakening at fifteen, reached the Origin Sea Realm at twenty, the Nirvana Realm at fifty, the Destiny Realm at seventy, the Life and Death Realm at one hundred, and the Eternal Realm at five hundred..." At this point, Mu Qing hesitated for a moment before saying tentatively, "Around thirty thousand years ago, many Eternal Realm Strong Persons from the Sky-Level Sects besieged Li Qikong. By that time, he should have already reached the Peak of the Tenth Realm in the Eternal Realm!"

"Hmm. His aptitude is acceptable," Ye Yun nodded.

This Child of Destiny was far inferior compared to himself one hundred thousand years ago.

After all, he had already reached the Peak of the Tenth Realm in the Eternal Realm by the age of twenty-four.

That realm was close to Demigod status.

"Based on your judgment, do you think this First Ruthless Man might already be dead?" Ye Yun asked with a light smile, his eyes gleaming.

"Master, this person was so ruthless. Being besieged by numerous experts and severely injured back then, it’s highly possible he perished..." Mu Qing’s gaze lowered as if contemplating the causes and consequences. After pausing for a few seconds, she continued, "However, the First Ruthless Man was so incredibly formidable with his Divine Skills back then; he might have had some contingencies. Perhaps he’s still alive?"

"Your judgment seems to have some merit," Ye Yun thought for a moment and said with a smile, "Little black boy and his companions are currently on the outskirts of the Gui Gou Abyss. Led by Yao Lingling, they are preparing to enter this forbidden area to explore the tomb of the First Ruthless Man..."

"What? Yao Lingling? The Gui Gou Abyss?" Mu Qing looked at Ye Yun in disbelief, her face filled with shock.