Chapter 396: Chapter 204: Golden Core Like the Rising Sun, Master of the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect (Part 2)

"If the other party truly seeks revenge, then I can only abandon my army, retreat to the mountain gate, rely on the sect’s array to hold off the threat temporarily, and then return to the Doomsday World, waiting for the right opportunity to act..."

In an instant, a thought appeared in Zheng Yi’s mind.

Obviously, the terrifying figure capable of forming a domain with mere intent, imprisoning an entire stretch of heaven and earth, represents not only a power exceeding that of the Purple Mansion realm.

It is also control over the momentum of heaven and earth and the ability to influence the rules of heaven with a mere thought.

This level of cultivation is beyond the reach of the Purple Mansion Stage.

Only those at the Golden Core Stage can barely achieve this.

Zheng Yi spoke loudly, awakening the somewhat dazed Qi Lin, the head of the Daluo Alliance.

After receiving the essence blood blessing from the Nether River Daoist, Qi Lin’s suppressed realm naturally progressed to the Foundation Establishment level within a few days.

Well-versed in Zheng Yi’s temperament, Qi Lin immediately understood, ordering the army to retreat and return to the mountain gate.

It is quite clear, the mysterious expert encountered this time is certainly a foe not to be reckoned with.

And this person has seemingly caused Zheng Yi himself to change his attitude.

...

In a flash, the world fell into silence.

Above the half-sky surrounded by mountains, only two isolated figures remained.

The opponent stood in the void, hands behind his back. Zheng Yi bowed from afar but dared not easily approach, his expression slightly wary, his entire being ready to unleash magical power at a moment’s notice.

"It seems I’ve found the right one!"

"Are you Zheng Yi, the Alliance Leader of the Daluo Alliance?!"

Although Zheng Yi’s actions were discreet, the opponent resembled a brilliant, burning sun under the sky, leaving no shadow in which any dark actions could hide from his gaze.

Facing Zheng Yi’s caution, the opponent seemed indifferent, merely casting a fleeting glance at him before turning to look at Zheng Yi himself.

A calm voice echoed in Zheng Yi’s ears, sounding emotionless but transforming into a thunderous blast, causing Zheng Yi to involuntarily frown.

Apparently, as he had suspected.

The mysterious figure that abruptly appeared before him is indeed a terrifying Golden Core Cultivator.

This made his heart skip a beat.

When did he form enmity with someone of this level?

If it’s a Golden Core Cultivator seeking vengeance, then he must prepare to abandon everything and flee.

"To ally with the Nine Yin Hall, strike the Qin Family, seize the Taibai Divine Gold, destroy the alliance army of the Golden Palace Sect among others, my high-tier cultivators in the Realm of Chaos are few; you managed to kill six Purple Mansion Cultivators in one fell swoop, quite the daring act!"

Before Zheng Yi could regain composure, the calm voice echoed again.

The seemingly concealed deeds previously undertaken by Zheng Yi were unveiled one by one, startling him greatly.

Suppressing his emotional fluctuations, Zheng Yi tried to maintain a composed expression.

"I wonder where the senior..."

Yet observing that person’s hands were drawn, showing no initial intent to attack.

Though there was a hint of mockery in the tone, it showed no signs of intent to blame. Zheng Yi glanced at the opponent, then steadied his heart, asking in a low voice.

"You can rest assured, I’ve come not to seek retribution."

As he spoke, the man’s voice went from distant to near, and within a single breath he stood in front of Zheng Yi.

An invisible aura rushed forth, causing Zheng Yi’s pupils to involuntarily contract. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

Amazed within, Zheng Yi was entirely unaware of what means the man had used.

For he suddenly appeared before him in an instant.

This bizarre ability made Zheng Yi’s pupils contract abruptly, feeling a pressure previously unknown.

With the power of one, nearly decimating the entire Golden Palace Sect alliance army, and killing five Purple Mansion Cultivators, even those like Master Baoxu, who had reached Purple Mansion Great Perfection; to outsiders, Zheng Yi seemed to stand atop the high-tier cultivators in the Realm of Chaos.

Even Zheng Yi himself felt that though the Realm of Chaos was vast, it should not be difficult to navigate as he pleased.

Yet when facing the mysteriously appearing Core Formation Stage cultivator, he truly appreciated the saying, ’there is always a higher mountain, a higher heaven, a stronger man.’

Without further comment, merely sensing the opponent’s aura made Zheng Yi feel as if he were gazing at a towering mountain, facing an endless ocean, the overwhelming aura suppressing his spiritual sense, impossible to fathom its depths.

This unfathomable sensation left him feeling as though standing on the edge of an abyss, with an alarming impression.

The faint sense of complacency he had was instantly quashed, transforming into nothingness.

"Allow me to introduce myself, I am Yin Shili, Golden Core True Man and master of the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect, Cave Master Xuan Chun!"

The voice entered Zheng Yi’s ear, causing his complexion to change. Staring at the figure of Yin Shili, Golden Core Daoist and master of the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect, he could no longer suppress the shock in his eyes, involuntarily drawing a breath.

Part of the emotion was feigned, while the other part revealed his genuine mental state.

"Apologies, senior, I’m ignorant. I beg for your forgiveness."

This time, Zheng Yi solemnly bowed.

Since stepping into this Demon Realm, Zheng Yi knew who truly wielded power here.

Whether it be the quietly rising, famed Daluo Alliance, the centuries-old Nine Yin Hall, or the Golden Palace Sect, Star-devouring Demon City, and Barbaric Beast Sect, these sects collectively belonged to the Realm of Chaos.

And the Realm of Chaos is merely a collective term.

To be precise, this area is part of the Earth Desolate Mountain Range.

The Earth Desolate Mountain Range, along with the Celestial Desolate and Human Desolate Mountain Range, are known as the Three Major Mountain Ranges, all under the purview of the City of Chaos, where the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect is the actual Sovereign.

Without exaggeration, the words of this giant force, once said to have produced Nascent Soul Cultivators, are akin to the imperial edicts of the Three Major Mountain Ranges, none dare defy the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect’s wishes.

Zheng Yi looked towards Yin Shili from the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect, thoughts turning over in his mind, pondering the reason for his appearance?

Despite causing turmoil and slaughtering several Purple Mansion Stage cultivators, considering the formidable power of the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect, akin to the Lord of the Court, one might not care for the affairs of mountains and wilds.

Purple Mansion Cultivators may be precious, yet to a sect such as the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect, which once birthed Nascent Soul Cultivators, they might not hold more value than a roadside weed.

Hence, though the remarks carried a hint of reprimand, they did not stem from seeking vengeance for the sects involved, nor from seeking retribution for the Golden Palace Sect.

This instead allowed Zheng Yi to momentarily ease his guard, otherwise he would maintain constant vigilance, poised to explode with full force and seize a chance to flee.

"May I inquire the purpose of your arrival, Master?!"

Clearly expressing his stance, Zheng Yi changed his demeanor swiftly. Knowing the opponent’s origin, he immediately acted respectfully, asking softly.

After all, he was now dealing with an unfamiliar Core Formation Stage Cultivator from the Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect, basic courtesy was necessary.

Zheng Yi, no novice, understood the importance of maintaining the appropriate attitude.

Even those boasting immense power get nowhere in the tangled web of the cultivation realm and might end up as fertilizer for roadside wildflowers.

Faced with Golden Core Cultivator Yin Shili, Zheng Yi had no choice but to lower his stance.

"The forces in this area have stagnated for too long, needing a proper reformation which you have not exceeded Taiyin Profound Celestial Sect’s regulations."

"I do not intend to hold you accountable. Everyone has their own paths, the sects such as the Golden Palace Sect came seeking conflict and faced annihilation by you, their misfortune and lack of strength are to blame."

Golden Core True Man Yin Shili turned and looked at Zheng Yi with a flat expression.

His gaze lingered over the vast land, his voice carrying an unquestionable tone.