“ yuán lái rú cǐ ， huà yǔ nà lǎo guài wù guǒ rán yǐ jīng tóu tāi zhuǎn shì ， hái biàn huà chéng zhè me yī mào bù jīng rén de xiǎo zi ， guài bù dé dào zǔ dà rén zhè xiē nián yòng mì shù sōu suǒ ， dōu méi yǒu shōu huò ， bù qǐ yǎn jiù shì tā zuì dà de yǐ zhàng me ？”
“原来如此，化羽那老怪物果然已经投胎转世，还变化成这么一貌不惊人的小子，怪不得道祖大人这些年用秘术搜索，都没有收获，不起眼就是他最大的倚仗么？”
“So, that old monster Feathers has truly reincarnated and transformed into such an unremarkable youth. No wonder Grand Daoist hasn’t found any trace despite using secret techniques to search for him over the years; his plain appearance is indeed his greatest asset.”
lěng xiào de shēng yīn chuán rù ěr duǒ ， suí hòu shēn qián biàn duō le yī chuān zhe xǐ páo de lǎo zhě ， xiào dé yǒu rú tiān guān cì fú ， rán ér nà biǎo qíng què ràng rén jí bù shū fú 。
冷笑的声音传入耳朵，随后身前便多了一穿着喜袍的老者，笑得有如天官赐福，然而那表情却让人极不舒服。
A cold laugh entered Lin Xuan’s ears as a robed elder suddenly appeared before him, smiling like he was bestowing blessings from heaven. However, that smile was extremely uncomfortable.
tiān fú lǎo zǔ ！
天福老祖！
Grand Daoist Tianfu!
“ nǐ gēn zōng wǒ ？”
“你跟踪我？”
“Have you been following me?”
jiǔ tiān xuán nǚ sà rán zhuǎn guò tóu lú ， liǎn shàng lù chū dà wèi huǐ hèn de shén sè 。
九天玄女飒然转过头颅，脸上露出大为悔恨的神色。
The Heavenly Maiden swiftly turned her head, showing signs of great regret on her face.
“ hēng ， tián xiāng dà rén guǒ rán suàn wú yí cè ， ōu yáng xiān zi nǐ yǐ wéi zì jǐ zhēn de kě yǐ mán tiān guò hǎi me ， cuò ， zhè bù guò shì dà rén de yǐn shé chū dòng zhī cè ， zǎo jiù suàn zhǔn nǐ huì qù zhǎo nà huà yǔ de zhuǎn shì zhī rén le 。”
“哼，田襄大人果然算无遗策，欧阳仙子你以为自己真的可以瞒天过海么，错，这不过是大人的引蛇出洞之策，早就算准你会去找那化羽的转世之人了。”
"Hmph, Grand Daoist Tianxiang truly has no stone unturned. Fairy Ouyang, do you really think you can hide from the heavens? No, this is just a trap to lure out your snake; we knew all along that you would seek out Feathers' reincarnation."
“ ruò bú shì kàn nǐ hái yǒu lì yòng jià zhí ， nǐ yǐ wéi zhè xiē nián ， huì rèn píng nǐ zài xiān jiè xiāo yáo kuài huó ， zǎo jiù yīng gāi bèi chōu hún liàn pò ……”
“若不是看你还有利用价值，你以为这些年，会任凭你在仙界逍遥快活，早就应该被抽魂炼魄……”
"If it weren't for your still having some value, do you think I would let you enjoy yourself in the Immortal Realm these years? You should have been stripped of your soul and essence long ago..."
“ chōu hún liàn pò ， jiù píng nǐ me ？”
“抽魂炼魄，就凭你么？”
"Stripping me of my soul and essence, can you do that?"
“ tián xiāng guǒ rán jiǎo kuài rú hú ， dàn jiù píng nǐ tiān fú zūn zhě ， què hái zuò bú dào shèng quàn zài wò ， běn xiān zi yě bù hǎo rě ， zhǐ yào yǒu wǒ zài ， nǐ bié xiǎng shāng wǒ fū jūn yī gēn hàn máo de 。”
“田襄果然狡狯如狐，但就凭你天福尊者，却还做不到胜券在握，本仙子也不好惹，只要有我在，你别想伤我夫君一根汗毛的。”
“Grand Daoist Tianxiang is indeed as cunning as a fox. But with just your presence, you cannot possibly be so confident. This fairy won’t easily give in; as long as I’m here, you won’t harm even a single hair on my husband.”
jiǔ tiān xuán nǚ zhǎn dīng jié tiě de shēng yīn chuán rù ěr duǒ 。
九天玄女斩钉截铁的声音传入耳朵。
The Heavenly Maiden’s firm voice rang out.
“ shì me ？”
“是么？”
"Is that so?"
tiān fú lǎo zǔ de liǎn shàng què lù chū yī sī yīn xiào zhī sè ， shēn chū shǒu lái ， zài yāo jiān yī pāi ， yī dào guāng huá fēi lüè chū lái 。
天福老祖的脸上却露出一丝阴笑之色，伸出手来，在腰间一拍，一道光华飞掠出来。
A sneer appeared on Grand Daoist Tianfu's face as he reached into his waistband and produced an exquisite jade box. He opened it to reveal a lifelike statue.
què shì yī bā zhǎng dà xiǎo de yù hé 。
却是一巴掌大小的玉盒。
It was about an inch tall, resembling the Heavenly Maiden in appearance and physique, almost down to the last detail.
tā jiāng hé zi dǎ kāi ， yī jīng zhì yì cháng de diāo xiàng fú xiàn zài le yǎn lián 。
他将盒子打开，一精致异常的雕像浮现在了眼帘。
"What is this..."
gāo cùn xǔ ， róng mào shēn cái yǔ jiǔ tiān xuán nǚ xiàng chà fǎng fú ， kě yǐ shuō shì wéi miào wéi xiào dào le jí chù 。
高寸许，容貌身材与九天玄女相差仿佛，可以说是惟妙惟肖到了极处。
The Heavenly Maiden recognized it but her expression changed instantly.
“ zhè shì ……”
“这是……”
"You... how did you get my Soul Lock?"
jiǔ tiān xuán nǚ kàn de qīng chǔ ， què yī xià zi yù róng biàn sè 。
九天玄女看得清楚，却一下子玉容变色。
"Hmph, I’ve always said that Grand Daoist has no stone unturned. You are one of the strongest true immortals. If he entrusted me with such an important task, wouldn’t he have prepared a few backup plans?”
“ nǐ …… nǐ zěn me huì yǒu wǒ de yuán yīng suǒ ？”
“你……你怎么会有我的元婴锁？”
"Look here, fairy; your soul is now sealed, and you can't even use any of your powers. Even as the Heavenly Maiden, you’re no different from a mere mortal. You’ve made such grave mistakes that you should have perished long ago. But heaven has mercy on those with good looks like you. Your downfall would be too tragic. If you eliminate this boy and marry me, I’ll intercede for you with Grand Daoist Tianxiang."
“ hēng ， wǒ zǎo jiù shuō guò ， dào zǔ dà rén suàn wú yí cè ， nǐ yì shì wǒ zhēn xiān zhōng yǒu shù de qiáng zhě 。 dà rén jì rán jiāo gěi wǒ zhè xiàng zhòng yào rèn wù ， yòu zěn me kě néng bù zhǔn bèi yī liǎng jiàn hòu shǒu ne ？”
“哼，我早就说过，道祖大人算无遗策，你亦是我真仙中有数的强者。大人既然交给我这项重要任务，又怎么可能不准备一两件后手呢？”
Grand Daoist Tianfu’s face was flushed as he spoke shamelessly.
“ rú hé ， xiān zi rú jīn yuán yīng bèi suǒ ， hún shēn de fǎ lì dōu wú fǎ shī zhǎn chū ， táng táng jiǔ tiān xuán nǚ ， yě bù guò yǔ fán rén xiāng chà fǎng fú ， ér nǐ zhù xià rú cǐ dà cuò ， yuán běn zhǐ yǒu hún fēi pò sàn de jié guǒ ， bù guò shàng tiān yǒu hào shēng zhī dé ， xiān zi rú cǐ tiān zī guó sè 。 zhè yàng yǔn luò wèi miǎn tài kě xī le ， zhǐ yào nǐ jiāng zhè lín xiǎo zi miè chú ， zài jià yǔ wǒ ， běn lǎo zǔ jiù xiàng tián xiāng dà rén qiú qíng rú hé ？”
“如何，仙子如今元婴被锁，浑身的法力都无法施展出，堂堂九天玄女，也不过与凡人相差仿佛，而你铸下如此大错，原本只有魂飞魄散的结果，不过上天有好生之德，仙子如此天姿国色。这样陨落未免太可惜了，只要你将这林小子灭除，再嫁与我，本老祖就像田襄大人求情如何？”
“Pah!”
tiān fú lǎo zǔ hòu yán wú chǐ de shuō 。
天福老祖厚颜无耻的说。
Lin Xuan couldn’t help but laugh at the audacity of it all. The Heavenly Maiden was even more enraged: "My husband is here; how dare you speak such nonsense! A toad dreaming of eating a swan, you’ll get what’s coming to you."
“ pēi ！”
“呸！”
"Fine, fine. I had good intentions, and you’re cursing me like this? Since you insist on living recklessly, watch as I strip his soul!"
lín xuān dōu tīng dé wú yǔ le ， ér jiǔ tiān xuán nǚ gèng shì bó rán dà nù ：“ wǒ fū jūn zài cǐ ， nǐ zěn kě hú yán luàn shuō ， lài há ma xiǎng chī tiān é ròu ， nǐ fēi zāo bào yìng bù kě 。”
林轩都听得无语了，而九天玄女更是勃然大怒：“我夫君在此，你怎可胡言乱说，癞蛤蟆想吃天鹅肉，你非遭报应不可。”
Grand Daoist Tianfu was furious, but his face turned red with humiliation. He snarled: "Dare you speak so boldly, little fellow? You were no match for Feathers back then, but now what are you? Just a late-stagetranscend the tribulation existence. You dare to be so arrogant in front of an old man like me; you’re asking for it."
“ hǎo ， hǎo 。 běn lǎo zǔ yī fān hǎo yì ， nǐ què rú cǐ zǔ zhòu yú wǒ ， jì rán nǐ bù zhī sǐ huó ， nà jiù zài páng biān kàn zhe wǒ jiāng zhè lín xiǎo zi chōu hún liàn pò ！”
“好，好。本老祖一番好意，你却如此诅咒于我，既然你不知死活，那就在旁边看着我将这林小子抽魂炼魄！”
"Didn’t you hear? The Heavenly Maiden’s soul is sealed. She can do nothing for you now. What else do you have to rely on?"
tiān fú lǎo zǔ miàn zi shàng guà bú zhù 。 yě nǎo xiū chéng nù de kāi kǒu le 。
天福老祖面子上挂不住。也恼羞成怒的开口了。
“Reliance, help?” Lin Xuan sneered: "I don't know if Feathers was my predecessor, and I don’t care about any grudges or wrongs; that’s all history. I don’t want to delve into the past, but anyone who tries to provoke me will regret it, no matter what true immortal or Grand Daoist they are."
suí hòu tái qǐ tóu lú ， liǎng dào xiōng hěn de mù guāng jiāng lín xuān lǒng zhào zhù ， xiǎn rán tā shòu cǐ xiū rǔ ， bù fǎn sī jǐ shēn zhī guò 。 fǎn ér zhǔn bèi jiāng suǒ yǒu de yuàn qì dōu sā zài lín xuān shēn shàng le 。
随后抬起头颅，两道凶狠的目光将林轩笼罩住，显然他受此羞辱，不反思己身之过。反而准备将所有的怨气都撒在林轩身上了。
"Young man, you’re impudent! What arrogance!"
“ xiǎo jiā huo ， wǒ men wǎng rì wú yuān jìn rì wú chóu ， kě shuí ràng nǐ de qián shì 。 shì huà yǔ nà lǎo jiā huǒ ， dào zǔ dà rén jué bú huì róng nǐ xiāo yáo kuài huó ， nǐ ruò shì shí xiàng ， jiù zì jǐ shù shǒu jiù fù ， nà yàng de huà ， hái kě yǐ shǎo shòu xǔ duō kǔ chǔ ……”
“小家伙，我们往日无冤近日无仇，可谁让你的前世。是化羽那老家伙，道祖大人绝不会容你逍遥快活，你若是识相，就自己束手就缚，那样的话，还可以少受许多苦楚……”
Grand Daoist Tianfu was furious, shaking his large sleeves, which produced a clear ringing sound. Two black hooks flew out from his sleeves, each as dark as ink.
yì zhí lěng yǎn páng guān de lín xuān xiào qǐ lái le ：“ lín mǒu xiǎng wèn yī jù ， dàn fán zhēn xiān ， kě dōu shì xiàng nǐ zhè yàng hòu yán wú chǐ de me ？”
一直冷眼旁观的林轩笑起来了：“林某想问一句，但凡真仙，可都是像你这样厚颜无耻的么？”
Each hook was less than a foot long but emitted flickering black light, with several grotesque faces emerging and opening their mouths to chant obscure incantations. These strange treasures seemed almost alive.
“ nǐ shuō shén me ？” tiān fú lǎo zǔ dèng dà le yǎn zhū 。
“你说什么？”天福老祖瞪大了眼珠。
"Drop!" With a loud shout, the black hooks instantly grew ten times larger, swirling black mist falling straight down at Lin Xuan.
“ ěr duǒ bù hǎo me ， nà wǒ jiù zài shuō yī biàn ， wǒ gāng gāng shuō ， nǐ bú yào liǎn 。”
“耳朵不好么，那我就再说一遍，我刚刚说，你不要脸。”
Though it looked ordinary, this attack carried an unsettling malevolence.
“ nǐ ……”
“你……”
Black mists emitted from both hooks, with thunderous sounds and faint purple lightning visible within.
tiān fú lǎo zǔ chēng mù jié shé ， qì dé chà diǎn tù xiě le ， nù jí fǎn xiào ：“ hǎo ， hǎo ， zhēn shì dǎn dà bāo tiān de xiǎo jiā huo ， dāng nián nǐ shì huà yǔ de shí hòu wǒ dǎ nǐ bù guò ， dàn rú jīn nǐ suàn shén me ， bù guò qū qū yī dù jié hòu qī de cún zài ， yě gǎn zài běn lǎo zǔ miàn qián xiāo zhāng bá hù ， huó dé bù nài fán le 。”
天福老祖瞠目结舌，气得差点吐血了，怒极反笑：“好，好，真是胆大包天的小家伙，当年你是化羽的时候我打你不过，但如今你算什么，不过区区一渡劫后期的存在，也敢在本老祖面前嚣张跋扈，活得不耐烦了。”
The power was astonishing; it rivaled a heavenly tribulation.
“ nǐ gāng cái méi yǒu tīng dào me ， jiǔ tiān xuán nǚ de yuán yīng yǐ bèi fēng yìn zhù ， rú jīn de tā ， jiù yǔ yī fán rén xiāng chà fǎng fú ， shì bāng bù shàng nǐ máng de ， nǐ hái yǒu shén me yǐ zhàng ne ？”
“你刚才没有听到么，九天玄女的元婴已被封印住，如今的她，就与一凡人相差仿佛，是帮不上你忙的，你还有什么倚仗呢？”
Lin Xuan’s face showed no fear as he formed a fist in his right hand. A massive fist appeared above him, emitting flickering light, with dozens of different patterns layered on its surface.
“ yǐ zhàng ， bāng máng ？” lín xuān liǎn shàng lù chū yī sī lěng xiào zhī sè ：“ huà yǔ zhēn rén shì bú shì wǒ de qián shì wǒ bù xiǎo de ， wǒ yě bù xiǎng lǐ huì shén me ēn yuàn duì cuò ， nà dōu shì jǐ bǎi wàn nián qián de shì le ， wǒ bù xiǎng zhuī jiū ， guò qù de yě dōu guò qù le ， dàn shuí ruò jiū chán bù qīng de xiǎng yào rě wǒ ， wǒ bù guǎn tā shì shén me zhēn xiān hái shì dào zǔ ， wǒ dū huì ràng tā chī bù liǎo dōu zhe zǒu de 。”
“倚仗，帮忙？”林轩脸上露出一丝冷笑之色：“化羽真人是不是我的前世我不晓得，我也不想理会什么恩怨对错，那都是几百万年前的事了，我不想追究，过去的也都过去了，但谁若纠缠不清的想要惹我，我不管他是什么真仙还是道祖，我都会让他吃不了兜着走的。”
Yet, there wasn’t the slightest hint of destruction; it had reached the pinnacle of simplicity and purity.
“ xiǎo zi wú lǐ ， hǎo dà de kǒu qì ！”
“小子无礼，好大的口气！”
The dazzling fist shot up into the sky, colliding with the heavenly fire and earth lightning formed by the hooks.
tiān fú lǎo zǔ bó rán dà nù ， féi dà xiù páo yī dǒu ， dùn shí qīng míng shēng dà zuò ， liǎng dào wū hóng cóng tā de yī xiù zhōng yī fēi ér chū ， jìng shì liǎng kǒu qī hēi rú mò de wú gōu 。
天福老祖勃然大怒，肥大袖袍一抖，顿时清鸣声大做，两道乌虹从他的衣袖中一飞而出，竟是两口漆黑如墨的吴钩。
Boom!
zhǎng bù guò chǐ xǔ ， biǎo miàn què yǒu hēi guāng shǎn shuò ， yǐn yǐn hái yǒu jǐ zhāng zhēng níng yì cháng de guǐ liǎn fú xiàn ér chū ， zuǐ chún kāi hé ， huì sè de zhòu yǔ tūn tǔ ， zhè qí guài de bǎo bèi jìng shì huó wù 。
长不过尺许，表面却有黑光闪烁，隐隐还有几张狰狞异常的鬼脸浮现而出，嘴唇开合，晦涩的咒语吞吐，这奇怪的宝贝竟似活物。
A deafening explosion echoed in Lin Xuan’s ears. Black mist and golden light intertwined before both vanished simultaneously.
“ luò ！” bàn suí zhe tā yī shēng dà hē ， zhè hēi sè de wú gōu qǐng kè jiān jìng rán biàn dà le shí bèi hái duō ， hēi wù fān yǒng ， cháo zhe lín xuān dāng tóu zhǎn luò 。
“落！”伴随着他一声大喝，这黑色的吴钩顷刻间竟然变大了十倍还多，黑雾翻涌，朝着林轩当头斩落。
The black hook flew back, its light dimming significantly.
kàn shì hěn píng cháng de gōng jī ， lǐ miàn què fān yǒng zhe lìng rén xīn jì de lì qì 。
看似很平常的攻击，里面却翻涌着令人心悸的戾气。
But just a moment later, it suddenly returned, black mists surging, transforming into chilling rays of light with fierce eyes glowing like those of two dragons.
yī quān quān hēi wù yóu zhè liǎng kǒu wú gōu zhōng fā chū ， lǐ miàn léi míng shǎn shuò ， yǐn yuē hái kě jiàn zǐ sè de léi huǒ 。
一圈圈黑雾由这两口吴钩中发出，里面雷鸣闪烁，隐约还可见紫色的雷火。
It was a Nianjiao!
wēi lì ràng rén zé shé ， bǐ zhī tiān jié yě bù xùn sè 。
威力让人咋舌，比之天劫也不逊色。
One of the fiercest creatures among the dragons, over ten meters long, rushing towards Lin Xuan.
lín xuān kàn de qīng chǔ ， liǎn shàng què méi yǒu lù chū duō shǎo wèi jù zhī sè 。
林轩看得清楚，脸上却没有露出多少畏惧之色。
Lin Xuan’s brows furrowed. Without further thought, he opened his mouth and expelled a ball of green mist.
zhǐ jiàn tā yòu shǒu lüè yī mó hú ， yí gè dòu dà de quán tou dùn shí zài tā de tóu dǐng fú xiàn ér chū ， biǎo miàn líng guāng shǎn shuò ， jìng rán yǒu shù shí zhǒng jié rán bù tóng de wén zhèn zài shàng miàn dié jiā zhe 。
只见他右手略一模糊，一个斗大的拳头顿时在他的头顶浮现而出，表面灵光闪烁，竟然有数十种截然不同的纹阵在上面叠加着。
Inside this mist was a shimmering bracelet.
piān piān què méi yǒu sàn fà chū rèn hé yì diǎn huǐ miè de qì xī ， yǐ jīng dào le fǎn pú guī zhēn de zhì gāo jìng dì 。
偏偏却没有散发出任何一点毁灭的气息，已经到了返璞归真的至高境地。
No... it wasn’t a bracelet; the Phoenix’s shadow emerged from within, igniting a sea of flames that quickly devoured both Nianjiaos.
suí hòu nà cuǐ càn de quán yǐng chōng tiān ér qǐ ， yǔ wú gōu huàn huà de tiān léi dì huǒ zhuàng jī 。
随后那璀璨的拳影冲天而起，与吴钩幻化的天雷地火撞击。
Screams filled Lin Xuan's ears as the Nianjiao were torn to pieces. But the matter didn't end there. The dimming hook soon regained its vitality, transforming into two massive mountains and crashing down on Lin Xuan. (To be continued...)
“So, that old monster Feathers has truly reincarnated and transformed into such an unremarkable youth. No wonder Grand Daoist hasn’t found any trace despite using secret techniques to search for him over the years; his plain appearance is indeed his greatest asset.”
A cold laugh entered Lin Xuan’s ears as a robed elder suddenly appeared before him, smiling like he was bestowing blessings from heaven. However, that smile was extremely uncomfortable.
Grand Daoist Tianfu!
“Have you been following me?”
The Heavenly Maiden swiftly turned her head, showing signs of great regret on her face.
"Hmph, Grand Daoist Tianxiang truly has no stone unturned. Fairy Ouyang, do you really think you can hide from the heavens? No, this is just a trap to lure out your snake; we knew all along that you would seek out Feathers' reincarnation."
"If it weren't for your still having some value, do you think I would let you enjoy yourself in the Immortal Realm these years? You should have been stripped of your soul and essence long ago..."
"Stripping me of my soul and essence, can you do that?"
“Grand Daoist Tianxiang is indeed as cunning as a fox. But with just your presence, you cannot possibly be so confident. This fairy won’t easily give in; as long as I’m here, you won’t harm even a single hair on my husband.”
The Heavenly Maiden’s firm voice rang out.
"Is that so?"
A sneer appeared on Grand Daoist Tianfu's face as he reached into his waistband and produced an exquisite jade box. He opened it to reveal a lifelike statue.
It was about an inch tall, resembling the Heavenly Maiden in appearance and physique, almost down to the last detail.
"What is this..."
The Heavenly Maiden recognized it but her expression changed instantly.
"You... how did you get my Soul Lock?"
"Hmph, I’ve always said that Grand Daoist has no stone unturned. You are one of the strongest true immortals. If he entrusted me with such an important task, wouldn’t he have prepared a few backup plans?”
"Look here, fairy; your soul is now sealed, and you can't even use any of your powers. Even as the Heavenly Maiden, you’re no different from a mere mortal. You’ve made such grave mistakes that you should have perished long ago. But heaven has mercy on those with good looks like you. Your downfall would be too tragic. If you eliminate this boy and marry me, I’ll intercede for you with Grand Daoist Tianxiang."
Grand Daoist Tianfu’s face was flushed as he spoke shamelessly.
“Pah!”
Lin Xuan couldn’t help but laugh at the audacity of it all. The Heavenly Maiden was even more enraged: "My husband is here; how dare you speak such nonsense! A toad dreaming of eating a swan, you’ll get what’s coming to you."
"Fine, fine. I had good intentions, and you’re cursing me like this? Since you insist on living recklessly, watch as I strip his soul!"
Grand Daoist Tianfu was furious, but his face turned red with humiliation. He snarled: "Dare you speak so boldly, little fellow? You were no match for Feathers back then, but now what are you? Just a late-stagetranscend the tribulation existence. You dare to be so arrogant in front of an old man like me; you’re asking for it."
"Didn’t you hear? The Heavenly Maiden’s soul is sealed. She can do nothing for you now. What else do you have to rely on?"
“Reliance, help?” Lin Xuan sneered: "I don't know if Feathers was my predecessor, and I don’t care about any grudges or wrongs; that’s all history. I don’t want to delve into the past, but anyone who tries to provoke me will regret it, no matter what true immortal or Grand Daoist they are."
"Young man, you’re impudent! What arrogance!"
Grand Daoist Tianfu was furious, shaking his large sleeves, which produced a clear ringing sound. Two black hooks flew out from his sleeves, each as dark as ink.
Each hook was less than a foot long but emitted flickering black light, with several grotesque faces emerging and opening their mouths to chant obscure incantations. These strange treasures seemed almost alive.
"Drop!" With a loud shout, the black hooks instantly grew ten times larger, swirling black mist falling straight down at Lin Xuan.
Though it looked ordinary, this attack carried an unsettling malevolence.
Black mists emitted from both hooks, with thunderous sounds and faint purple lightning visible within.
The power was astonishing; it rivaled a heavenly tribulation.
Lin Xuan’s face showed no fear as he formed a fist in his right hand. A massive fist appeared above him, emitting flickering light, with dozens of different patterns layered on its surface.
Yet, there wasn’t the slightest hint of destruction; it had reached the pinnacle of simplicity and purity.
The dazzling fist shot up into the sky, colliding with the heavenly fire and earth lightning formed by the hooks.
Boom!
A deafening explosion echoed in Lin Xuan’s ears. Black mist and golden light intertwined before both vanished simultaneously.
The black hook flew back, its light dimming significantly.
But just a moment later, it suddenly returned, black mists surging, transforming into chilling rays of light with fierce eyes glowing like those of two dragons.
It was a Nianjiao!
One of the fiercest creatures among the dragons, over ten meters long, rushing towards Lin Xuan.
Lin Xuan’s brows furrowed. Without further thought, he opened his mouth and expelled a ball of green mist.
Inside this mist was a shimmering bracelet.
No... it wasn’t a bracelet; the Phoenix’s shadow emerged from within, igniting a sea of flames that quickly devoured both Nianjiaos.
Screams filled Lin Xuan's ears as the Nianjiao were torn to pieces. But the matter didn't end there. The dimming hook soon regained its vitality, transforming into two massive mountains and crashing down on Lin Xuan. (To be continued...)