Chapter 1008, Ni Chen’s True Identity, Endless Frustration and Resentment

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

Their battlefield spanned across many universes and spacetimes, supported by the few Dao Realm ancient cultivators. Within this vast expanse, Gu Xianer and Ni Chen engaged with each other in combat, exchanging blows thousands of times within a mere instant.

 

Their actions were so swift and elusive that no mortal eye could discern their traces. It was as if they could traverse unfathomable distances, spanning hundreds of millions of kilometres in an instant, with just a single thought.

 

They possessed unimaginable power, unleashing a plethora of terrifying abilities that emanated domineering auras befitting that of Quasi-Immortal Emperors. The universe was flooded by this torrential surge of energy fluctuation, instilling fear in the leaders of various Force, who bore witness to this spectacle.

 

Compared to the great war waged during the invasion of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation’s armies, the confrontation between Gu Xianer and Ni Chen demonstrated the true might and terror of Quasi-Immortal Emperors even more clearly. Even the slightest energy fluctuations that escaped their clash had the potential to obliterate an entire universe.

 

The long River of Time surged before them, roaring like a tidal wave. Both combatants, especially Gu Xianer, exuded an invincible aura amidst this overwhelming backdrop.

 

Although she had recently broke through. and possessed a foundation that paled in comparison to Ni Chen’s, her profound mastery of her Techniques was comparable to that of ancient beings who had honed their skills for eons.

 

With a graceful wave of her hands, countless strands of Sword Qis converged, forming an ocean that surged forth from every corner of Spacetime, engulfing the whole universe.

 

Each strand of her Sword Qi emitted resounding clangs. From afar, it appeared as though the Sword Qi intertwined and converged, forming an oceanic expanse. However, upon closer inspection, every strand was as thick as a star, slicing through the air with a fearsome whistle that evoked fear.

 

These were Sword Principles, condensed into a tangible form that surpassed any mundane weapon in strength.

 

Gu Xianer traversed the battlefield like an invincible sword fairy. The radiant light of her sword illuminated the entire battlefield. Millions of strands of her Sword Qi that manifested behind her converged upon Ni Chen.

 

Even the Immortal Emperors who were observing this battle could not help but silently commend Gu Xianer’s astounding mastery of the Sword Dao. This level of mastery had surpassed their wildest expectations.

 

Ni Chen’s Technique is equally remarkable. A radiant light glowed between his eyebrows, hinting at the imminent awakening of a mighty deity. The long River of Time flowed before him, surging toward the billions of Sword Qis unleashed by Gu Xianer.

 

*Boom!!!* There was a deafening crash, and chaos erupted instantaneously, engulfing everything in a whirlwind of endless Chaos Energy. Everything around them became distorted and blurred.

 

“I believe you certainly are talented to reach this point. It’s a pity that you encountered me this time.” Ni Chen sneered, his white robe billowing as he raised his palm and pressed forward.

 

A burst of brilliant light erupted like an exploding Sun, blinding and dazzling, carrying the essence of ultimate destruction.

 

What Ni Chen was doing was no different than harnessing the stars from Heaven to battle his enemies. In the hands of a Quasi-Immortal Emperor, even the long River of Time could be easily wielded as a weapon to fight against their foes. At their level, they possessed unimaginable powers in this world. Their methods of combat surpassed the comprehension of all living beings. If it was not for the fact that this battle took place in this isolated battlefield, they could easily slaughter the masses of entire worlds.

 

The long River of Time before their eyes became turbulent. Universes and starry skies were destroyed and rebuilt with just a mere flicker of thought. They quickly shifted to another Spacetime.

 

Gu Xianer found herself at a disadvantage from the very beginning, constantly on the defensive against Ni Chen’s relentless attacks.

 

After tens of thousands of exchanges, both of them began sustaining injuries. Yet, these injuries were nothing to them as they could easily be healed with a mere thought. Their Life Force was unbelievably strong.

 

Seizing the opportunity, Gu Xianer swiftly struck with her sword. After choosing her Dao, she gained the ability to wield thousands of swords as if they were parts of her body. She honed her Dao of the Sword to its peak, allowing her to shatter tens of thousands of Techniques with her blade.

 

Her attack seemed capable of severing the entire River of Time, freezing time and transforming this Spacetime into a lawless realm.

 

“I have truly underestimated you…” Ni Chen’s expression turned grim. Throughout numerous exchanges, he failed to gain any significant advantage. Instead, Gu Xianer managed to seize an opportunity to more seriously wound him, piercing through his shoulder and causing blood to splatter everywhere.

 

He had always believed that Gu Xianer, being sheltered by Gu Changge, was nothing more than a delicate flower in a greenhouse who had not experienced many real battles. He also thought that the battle against those foreign invaders was just a show arranged for her to gain fame and recognition, so that she could fight for the position of the Chosen One in the Heavenslayers Alliance.

 

For Gu Xianer to attain the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm at her age, she must have obtained numerous incredible opportunities, most of which much be thanks to Gu Changge. Yet, as they exchanged thousands of moves, Ni Chen realised he had truly underestimated her.

 

Blood trickled from Gu Xianer’s mouth, but her eyes burned even brighter as if countless illusionary swords intertwined within them. Her aura intensified, and her Quasi-Immortal Emperor Dao Fruit became more solid and radiant.

 

This battle was clearly beneficial to her. After all, she had just stepped foot in the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm. Thus, she had yet to truly face an opponent of the same realm. This battle was an opportunity for her to further hone her skills and solidify her foundation.

 

Gu Xianer had to admit that Ni Chen was indeed powerful. He unleashed Techniques she had never seen before, making him difficult to deal with.

 

Fortunately, she possessed ample combat experience and was able to quickly formulate countermeasures while making rapid progress. After all, a Quasi-Immortal Emperor who had reached this realm through their own efforts, without relying on external artifacts, was not to be underestimated.

 

Ni Chen was not faring too well either. The injury on his shoulder contained terrifying Sword Principles that were tearing at his Life Force, thus making it difficult to heal. Simultaneously, it also aggravated and worsened his Dao Injury. Meanwhile, Gu Xianer’s aura grew stronger and stronger. There was a possibility that she might defeat him, overturning his expectations. This was absolutely something he could not tolerate.

 

At that moment, a terrifying black shadow appeared behind Ni Chen, resembling ancient burial wells that were as deep as black holes. In a trance, one could see numerous ancient coffins, some vermilion, others dark blue, buried within those wells.

 

Surrounding these burial wells were vague figures, kneeling in mourning. They chanted ancient sacrificial rites before leaping into the burial wells, offering themselves as sacrifices.

 

Simultaneously, a hazy River of Time emerged around these burial wells. It had been severed, and was being poured into the wells.

 

This scene drew the attention of many outside the battlefield. Although many Immortal Kings could not fully comprehend the scene, they could feel an icy chill enveloping their bodies. Their Souls trembled incessantly as if they were on the verge of being dragged away – to be buried in these wells.

 

“What kind of ability is that? I have never witnessed anything like it. Not only are they sacrificing themselves, but it seems like they are also sacrificing the past and the future…”

 

Several Immortal Emperors also felt a sense of strange unease, causing them to tremble. This ability was beyond their knowledge. Although they were not physically present on the battlefield, it felt as if a little of their power was being sacrificed. Such peculiarity left them bewildered.

 

“Triple Burial, bury the past, present and the world…” Ni Chen’s eyes were bloodshot, seemingly facing immense difficulty when performing this Technique.

 

He could feel his Life Force weakening with each passing moment. A terrifying aura of destruction immediately filled the entire battlefield, sweeping from the future to the past and present.

 

Gu Xianer also sensed that something was amiss as her Life Force was being forcefully drawn towards these burial wells.

 

A radiant light glowed between her eyebrows and her Soul emerged from it. It was a tiny version of herself who sat down in a cross-legged position. Her Dao Flower bloomed brightly, emitting sacred light as it restrained her own Life Force from being plundered.

 

Simultaneously, her physical body emitted a rich fragrance. Hazy light poured out from her every pore, embracing her like a galaxy suspended in mid-air. This was the Nirvana Creation Technique that Gu Xianer had created herself.

 

With her body as the core, firmly connected to Heaven and Earth, a lush carpet of celestial herbs and a flourishing forest of divine trees surrounded her. Even the Celestial Tree of Creation bore fruit and bloomed, shimmering and emitting a sweet scent.

 

*Boom!!!* In an instant, an unprecedented shockwave erupted. The sacrificial power rippled, relentlessly attempting to plunder Gu Xianer’s Life Force, and sacrifice her.

 

However, she remained seated cross-legged in her own sacred sanctuary. The radiant Immortal Lights that surrounded her resonated with the profound Dao Sounds, creating an inviolable sacred place.

 

The Immortal Emperors who were observing the battlefield felt a hint of unease and fear deep within their hearts. The leaders of various Forces, who were far below this level of power and not even qualify to observe the fight, trembled in the face of the surging impact.

 

It felt like the creation of a new world was happening in front of their eyes. The creation of Heaven and Earth. Yet, at the same time, it also felt like the world was being reshaped from ashes to complete destruction.

 

As time passed, blood began to come out of Gu Xianer’s mouth and nose. She swayed on her feet and seemed to have sustained heavy injuries.

 

Ni Chen fared even worse though. His breathing was growing weak and his Life Force was dwindling.

 

The true extent of his Dao Injury became even more apparent. Even Gu Wuwang, Ming, and the Tranquil Primal Sage could clearly see his devastating injury.

 

Irreversible cracks were spreading across his Quasi-Immortal Emperor Dao Fruit.

 

“Why does he bear a Dao Injury on his Dao Fruit? What exactly happened during his seclusion?” Gu Wuwang and the others were perplexed, unable to comprehend the reason behind it.

 

It was evident that Ni Chen’s disadvantage was a direct result of his Dao Injury. He could no longer reach his former peak due to this setback. Without it, Gu Xianer would have found it incredibly challenging to compete against Ni Chen, given her current strength.

 

After all, Ni Chen’s Fortuity was extraordinary. During his time as the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance, he obtained numerous resources, leading to a significant improvement in his strength. Moreover, he had established a strong foundation in the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm, which was not the same as having spent years in this realm. The control and mastery of his cultivation in the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm was not something that could be achieved overnight.

 

“A Dao Injury…? So that’s what it is.” Despite her severe injuries, Gu Xianer finally understood Ni Chen’s condition. She fought with increasing courage and strength, while Ni Chen only grew weaker. Eventually, he became no match for her.

 

Initially, there was a slight gap between them, but it was far from enough for him to defeat her.

 

“There is no reason to continue this battle. If you continue fighting, your Quasi-Immortal Emperor Dao Fruit will shatter, and your cultivation will fall. By then, you can never be my opponent again.” Gu Xianer said coldly, uttering a long sentence for once.

 

At present, the Prosperous Dao True World was still recovering from the war, and she did not wish to destroy another Quasi-Immortal Emperor. Not when they already lacked them. Moreover, Ni Chen was the Chosen One whom Gu Changge had picked. She was unaware of the plans Gu Changge had for him.

 

To everyone, the outcome of this battle had already been determined too. Ni Chen’s Dao Injury was worsening, and his strength was no longer what it once was, making it impossible for him to defeat Gu Xianer.

 

After Gu Xianer finished speaking, Ni Chen suddenly jolted. His previously cold face displayed a trace of surprise and shock as if he was in disbelief. His sudden change in expression startled everyone present.

 

“How interesting. To think that this body has a final trace of its original Soul, hidden deep in a corner I neglected. To think it has been waiting for this very moment to seize this physical body and expose me? Are you telling me that someone is helping you in the dark!?” Ni Chen sneered to himself as if speaking to someone else.

 

He knew that with his current strength, he could no longer rival Gu Xianer, nor could he turn the tide of the battle. What he had been hiding might have been noticed by others, so he saw no need to conceal it any longer.

 

Hearing this, everyone outside the battlefield was left bewildered, struggling to comprehend the situation. On the other hand, Gu Xianer became lost in thought.

 

“So, we have been deceived all along. He is not Wang Wushang, but someone else who has taken over Wang Wushang’s body…” Ming carefully observed Ni Chen and finally saw some hints. He wondered to himself if Gu Changge had noticed it earlier.

 

It was clear that ‘Wang Wushang’ had been possessed by someone long ago, and even Ming did not notice.

 

On the other side, Gu Wuwang seemed to have anticipated this revelation, as if he had already suspected it.

 

Ni Chen remained unfazed by the reactions of those around him. Instead, he burst into laughter and declared, “That’s right, I am not Wang Wushang. That pitiful man is merely a vessel for my existence.”

 

“My name is Ni Chen, the Young Master of the Deep Control Clan from the Deep Control True World. I have been laying low in this world for countless years, patiently waiting for the day when I can conquer it and resurrect my people. I was nearly going to succeed during the invasion of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation. Unfortunately, my plans were thwarted by an unforeseen calamity. My Soul has been shattered by Chaos Lightning, and all my carefully laid out schemes were destroyed. I was so close to achieving my ultimate goal, to take over this True World and become the new True Spirit of the Prosperous Dao True World…”

 

“With the power of the Dao Realm, I would have been invincible! No one would have been able to oppose me…”

 

As Ni Chen spoke, his laughter became more maniacal, reflecting his deep sense of frustration and resentment. The sound reverberated throughout the vast universe, causing tremors in its very core.

 

“Young Master…” Outside the battlefield, Ni Chen’s followers finally comprehended the outcome of the situation. Their faces were etched with sorrow and grief, as they mourned the tragic turn of events.