Chapter 570 - 545: Yinuo Gets Injured

Lu Yan’s Cultivation Level had broken through three barriers in succession, entering the Tao Fourth Layer Heaven with no sign of stopping, still climbing relentlessly.

Soon, Lu Yan’s Cultivation Level approached the pinnacle of Tao Fourth Layer Heaven, shocking those at the third step of creation.

Because previously, Yuan Tiandao’s breakthrough to Tao Fourth Layer Heaven had significantly slowed down, finally stabilizing at the peak of the Tao Fourth Layer Heaven.

But after Lu Yan broke through to the Tao Fourth Layer Heaven, there was no slowing down, and he continued to climb upward with an unstoppable momentum.

This was heading towards a breakthrough to the Tao Fifth Layer Heaven.

Understanding the doctrine in one day and breaking through four barriers?

This was too astonishing.

Legend had it that ancient powerful beings, after comprehending the doctrine for a million years, had their Cultivation Level soar from the Immortal Realm to the Creator Realm in one day.

But that was the result of a million years of comprehension, whereas Lu Yan had only been studying for a few years?

Their speculation was not wrong, Lu Yan’s Cultivation Level quickly reached the peak of the Tao Fourth Layer Heaven, on par with Yuan Tiandao. However, his aura broke through a certain bottleneck and surged suddenly, crossing over the barrier from Tao Fourth Layer Heaven to Fifth Layer Heaven, entering the Tao Fifth Layer Heaven.

In one creation of laws, breaking through four barriers.

This caused the Ghost Emperor’s face to look extremely unsightly.

He had previously ridiculed Lu Yan several times for pretending, which he shouldn’t have done, considering his status.

But if he had been right, and Lu Yan was indeed pretending, then it wouldn’t matter, it would only show his keen insight.

But now it was proven that Lu Yan wasn’t pretending at all, and what’s more, he had created an incredible technique, breaking through four barriers and surpassing Yuan Tiandao of the All-Origin Body, which was a harsh slap in the face for him.

And it was a slap in the face in front of many powerful beings.

It made him extremely displeased, wishing he could slap Lu Yan into a pulp.

The elderly figure from the Origin Dynasty also looked a bit displeased.

Being the All-Origin Body and having a better initial position in terms of laws, yet losing in the result of law creation to someone else left him feeling disgraced.

"What kind of physique does this Lu Yan have? It’s so astonishing."

"It looks like a special soul, but it’s not just that, it must include some kind of powerful Taoist Body, but it’s hard to say exactly which one."

"Even with a special soul and a Taoist Body combined, shouldn’t be this powerful, right?"

"There was once a True One Realm expert who said that there is no strongest physique, only the strongest person, and if a person is strong, even an ordinary physique can be developed to an astonishing level."

"Indeed, the Dragon Alliance Master came from the Chaos Void, what kind of physique can he have, and didn’t he also achieve the utmost strength?"

These top-tier powerhouses, who dominate their regions, couldn’t help discussing amongst themselves at this moment.

Meanwhile, as everyone discussed, Lu Yan’s Cultivation Level continued to rise.

However, when he broke through to Tao Fifth Layer Heaven, the pace of his advancement significantly slowed down and finally settled at the pinnacle of Tao Fifth Layer Heaven, coming to a complete halt.

He had just surpassed Yuan Tiandao by one layer of heaven.

At this moment, Lu Yan opened his eyes.

"Tao Fifth Layer pinnacle, such a significant advancement in realms, this power is too overwhelming."

Lu Yan felt the vast and boundless power within his body; he had the feeling that with a single punch, he could shatter the entire world.

"What shall I call my newly-created technique?"

Lu Yan mused to himself.

His newly-created technique was based on the Five Elements Rules, which were entirely different from the Heavenly Punishment Blade he created before.

The Heavenly Punishment Blade was founded on thunder and fire, imitating the Heavenly Tribulation, representing destruction, death, and desolation.

But the newly-created technique not only possessed the characteristics of destruction and death but also had the traits of creation and vitality. In addition, inspired by those Magic Bodies, Initial Bodies, and Multiple-Origin Bodies, it evolved a realm of the Five Elements, with endlessly changing and boundless mysteries.

Therefore, it could not be incorporated into the Heavenly Punishment Blade, but rather, it was a completely new law.

"With a realm evolved from the Five Elements, within that realm, I am the master, so this new law should be called ’Dominion,’"

Lu Yan thought to himself.

Whoosh!

He had just stood up but unintentionally used too much force, his body shooting straight into the high sky, soaring above the clouds.

He quickly controlled all the muscles in his body, while his powerful Spiritual Sense spread throughout him, controlling the surging power.

Soon, he stabilized himself, floating in the air, slowly swinging his arms, adapting to the newfound explosive strength.

After a short moment, he had gained a preliminary mastery.

At least, he could move freely now.

He only needed some time to adapt before he could skillfully wield the power he now possessed.

Off in the distance, the Ghost Emperor gave Lu Yan a few cold glances before vanishing from the place with a flash of his figure.

"Gentlemen, farewell."

The others also clasped their fists, then vanished into the world with a flash of their bodies.

"Lu Yan, congratulations."

Emperor Qing stepped forward, coming to Lu Yan’s side.

"Thank you, senior protector,"

Lu Yan bowed.

"As a senior, it is proper for me to escort and protect you young ones,"

Emperor Qing smiled and said, "Let’s go back, your power has increased too rapidly, you need time to adapt."

Lu Yan nodded his head and followed Emperor Qing back to the Dragon Alliance Base in Origin Magic City.

"I wonder how much Yinuo has gained from this time."

Lu Yan hurriedly headed towards Yinuo’s room.

While Shen Yinuo was breaking through, he had been completely focused on his own comprehension, unaware of the extent of Shen Yinuo’s advancement.

"Lu Yan, Yinuo just had her breakthrough recently and still needs to be in seclusion, it’s best not to disturb her now,"

Before reaching Shen Yinuo’s room, Mr. World appeared in front of Lu Yan, blocking his way.

"Yinuo’s breakthrough has been a few years now, hasn’t she? She’s still in seclusion?"

Lu Yan asked subconsciously.

"Yes, she is still in seclusion,"

Mr. World nodded.

But Lu Yan keenly caught a hint of unnaturalness in Mr. World’s expression.

"Senior, are you keeping something from me?"

Lu Yan stared at Mr. World.

"No, you’re overthinking it," he said.

Mr. World shook his head.

Whoosh!

Lu Yan’s figure suddenly flashed, bypassing Mr. World and heading straight for Shen Yinuo’s room.

"This isn’t good..."

Mr. World hurriedly followed.

As Lu Yan approached Shen Yinuo’s room, his Spiritual Sense spread out and detected the presence inside the room—it was indeed Shen Yinuo.

But Shen Yinuo’s condition seemed off, her breath weak, her Qi-blood unstable.

The door automatically opened, and Lu Yan had already appeared inside Shen Yinuo’s room, just in time to see her sitting cross-legged, her complexion deathly pale, clearly bearing the signs of serious injury, as she was cultivating in an attempt to heal.

Lu Yan’s face turned grim.

"Lu Yan, have you succeeded in creating a new technique?" Shen Yinuo opened her eyes, showing a faint smile, but on her pale face, it looked rather pitiful.

"Yinuo, you’re hurt, who did this to you?" Lu Yan asked, a glint of killing intent flashing deep within his eyes.

"Lu Yan, don’t be impulsive."

Mr. World had caught up by then.

"Senior, you tried to stop me from seeing Yinuo because you were afraid I’d seek revenge, it seems. Whoever injured Yinuo must be influential," Lu Yan said.

"This..."

Mr. World hesitated, stumbling over his words.

"This kind of news travels fast. I just have to ask around, and it won’t be hard to find out. Why bother hiding it from me?" Lu Yan said.

"Alas, I’ll tell you then—it was Zhao Qiankun."

Mr. World said.

"Zhao Qiankun? The second-ranked disciple of the Three Emperors Alliance," Lu Yan murmured.

The Three Emperors Alliance had a total of thirteen disciples, several more than the Dragon Alliance.

However, there were only two disciples in the Immortal Realm, Sword Saint Situ and Zhao Tianxia. The others were all existences in the Tao Realm.

Zhao Qiankun, ranked second in the Three Emperors Alliance, was a powerful Initial Body. His strength had long reached the peak of the Tao Realm, inscrutable and profound.

"Indeed, and Zhao Qiankun is also the elder brother of Zhao Tianxia. He likely found out about you killing Zhao Tianxia and sought revenge. That’s why he targeted Yinuo."

"Half a month ago, when Yinuo went out to buy supplies, Zhao Qiankun injured her. Had it not been for a passing Dragon Alliance’s mighty cultivator, she might have been in real danger," Mr. World explained.

"Injured half a month ago," Lu Yan’s eyes grew colder.

Given Shen Yinuo’s constitution and Cultivation Level, still weak after half a month of recuperation, sickly as if she’d been through a severe illness, it was imaginable how grave her injuries must have been.

She might have been on the brink of death.

Thinking of this chilled Lu Yan to his core, a silent dread creeping in.

"Zhao Qiankun, since you’re looking for death, I’ll send you to meet your brother."

A cold gleam shone in Lu Yan’s eyes.

"Yinuo, take good care of yourself. I’ll take Zhao Qiankun’s head for you," Lu Yan reassured her, then turned to leave.

"Lu Yan, don’t go," Shen Yinuo got up, blocking his path, shaking her head, "That Zhao Qiankun, his cultivation has already reached the peak of the Tao Seventh Layer, not far from the Creator Realm, and he’s also an Initial Body, with formidable strength. You’re not his match yet."

"Right, Lu Yan, there’s no need to rush to kill him. Wait until your Cultivation Level rises, and killing him will be as easy as slaughtering a dog," Mr. World also advised.

"Don’t worry, even now, I can still kill him," Lu Yan said with a smile, comforting Shen Yinuo.

"Lu Yan, you can’t go. The Three Emperors Alliance’s base is filled with experts. Even if you go, you won’t be able to kill him," a voice came from outside the door.

Then, several figures entered.

The one who had just spoken was Lu Lingxuan.

Several years had passed, and Lu Lingxuan’s cultivation had also broken through, stepping into the Tao First Layer Heaven.

Those who came with Lu Lingxuan were all disciples of the Dragon Alliance.

"Don’t worry, I won’t recklessly barge into the Three Emperors Alliance’s base. I will challenge Zhao Qiankun publicly. With his Cultivation Level, he surely won’t dare to refuse my challenge. If he accepts, I’ll have the opportunity to take his head," Lu Yan declared.

Everyone present looked at him in astonishment; they couldn’t understand where Lu Yan got such immense confidence from.

Knowing well that Zhao Qiankun was at the peak of the Tao Realm and also an Initial Body, how could Lu Yan be so confident about taking his head?

Before, Lu Yan was merely at the Immortal Realm.

It was rumored that he had succeeded in creating a new technique, but such a vast gap, how could it be easily crossed?

"Let him go," a voice said at that moment.

Following the voice, the void split open, and Emperor Qing’s figure emerged soundlessly.

"We pay respect to Emperor Qing," the people greeted.

"Lu Yan, do whatever you want to do. Don’t suppress yourself. A man who can’t even protect his own woman, what kind of man is he?" Emperor Qing spoke, exuding an overwhelming aura, "Go on, you need not worry about those from the Creator Realm of the Three Emperors Alliance."