Chapter 96: What Do You Want To Do
Although it had no warmth, Su Zhan could feel the lethality of this strand of flame. It wasn't directed towards the physical body but aimed at the soul!
This strand of flame could be transformed into an attacking technique. Of course, it paled in comparison to the power of ‘refining the spirit and revealing the holy'. At most, it could momentarily pause the spiritual consciousness of a Origin Elixir Realm martial artist caught off guard.
Comprehending the first strand of Qingyang Devil Fire didn't hold much significance in terms of combat. However, it represented the true essence of comprehending this painting of the Qingyang Sacred Scroll.
With these thoughts in mind, the strand of Qingyang Devil Fire in Su Zhan's hand dissipated, and he looked up at the greenish-blue sun once again. This time, as he focused on the greenish-blue sun, its radiance suddenly intensified. It reflected in Su Zhan's eyes, resembling a burning ball of greenish-blue flame!
At the same time, a strong burning sensation surged within Su Zhan's eyes. It seemed as though his eyeballs were being scorched by an extremely terrifying devil fire…..Activate the Mental Halo!
Su Zhan's restless inner turmoil gradually settled, and without retreating, he continued to gaze at the green sun. Although his eyes were in pain, he could clearly sense his mental power growing little by little. Moreover, his understanding of Qingyang also deepened bit by bit.
A day passed.
Suddenly, the green sun that Su Zhan had been gazing at split into a strand of greenish-blue flame.
That strand of flame shot towards Su Zhan at an incredible speed and struck his body!
Soon, Su Zhan's body was ignited, but as he released his mental power and maintained his unwavering resolve, new flesh and blood constantly regenerated in the scorched areas.
But this strand of flame was just the beginning.
"Sizzle! Sizzle! Sizzle!"
One strand.
Two strands.
Three strands!
…
Strands of flame burst forth from the greenish-blue sun. Those flames bombarded Su Zhan's body, quickly turning the hundreds of meters around him into a sea of greenish-blue fire!
Within the sea of fire, Su Zhan frowned in pain as he sought comprehension. At this moment, he was not a physical entity but a manifestation of his mental power. The flames seared him, actually tempering his mental strength.
However, if he couldn't endure and allowed the flames to engulf his true heart, he would not die physically but would be forced out of this mental realm, feeling dizzy and needing several days of rest to recover.
"Is this all?"
After comprehending for some time, Su Zhan took a step forward in the empty space. Within the sea of fire, strands of Qingyang Devil Fire intertwined beneath his feet, paving the way for him. Stepping on the devil fire, Su Zhan advanced step by step towards the sun.
It took him a full day to reach the face of the greenish-blue sun. With a clenched fist, he forcefully struck the Qingyang sun!
"Boom!"
The greenish-blue sun shattered. Flames shot out!
Soon, this entire world transformed into a realm of Qingyang Devil Fire.
In the sky, on the ground. In the east, west, south, and north. Wherever one looked, everywhere was an endless sea of greenish-blue flames!
Meanwhile, Su Zhan, in the midst of these boundless flames, closed his eyes and sat in meditation, allowing the flames to engulf him.
Flesh turned to ashes, bones turned to ashes…. but soon, new bones and new flesh emerged. Within the sea of flames, Su Zhan's mental power grew rapidly.
However, he couldn't completely ignore these flames as if they were nothing. Under the searing heat of the flames, his consciousness also teetered on the brink of collapse.
…
In the palace of the Clear Sun Kingdom.
Within a tranquil garden.
Li Qinyang sat on a stone bench, his gaze fixed on the sky.
Before long, streams of rainbow light appeared and descended upon the garden. There were four individuals in total, all of them Fish-Dragon Realm powerhouses!
"You've finally arrived, everyone!" Li Qinyang said as he stood up and let out a sigh of relief.
"Li Qinyang, is what you said true? You want each of us to comprehend the Qingyang Sacred Scroll for three years?" The man walking at the forefront, a towering figure standing at two meters tall, shirtless, immediately asked.
"Ma Tieniu, with your brain, what use is it for you to cultivate mental power? You'd better go practice your nonsense Primitive Barbaric Body Refining Technique! Haha!" Before Li Qinyang could answer, another white-haired old man had already sneered and said.
Upon hearing his words, the other two Fish-Dragon Realm powerhouses also laughed along.
"Old Li Guai, shut your mouth! Don't you know I hate it when people call me by my name? Call me Master Ma!" Ma Tieniu became furious and shouted.
Seeing that they were about to start fighting before even beginning negotiations, Li Qinyang quickly said, "Everyone here is a top powerhouse from various kingdoms. Let's maintain some decorum and not quarrel over such trivial matters. My promise is absolutely valid! If you all help me, each person will comprehend the Qingyang Sacred Scroll for three years!"
"Now that Brother Qingyang has spoken, I won't argue with this stupid bull anymore!" The white-haired old man coldly snorted.
"You!" Ma Tieniu was about to confront the white-haired old man head-on, but Li Qinyang stopped him. After a few words of persuasion, Ma Tieniu reluctantly sat on the stone bench.
"Everyone, this time, I only need a small favor from you."
Li Qinyang showed an awkward expression. "It's about—"
"Is it about that Su Zhan?"
Before he could finish speaking, the white-haired old man interrupted, "This matter has been spreading throughout the fifteen kingdoms in recent days. I've heard of it as well. I heard that you, Brother Li, fled in defeat. This time, do you want us to help you seek revenge, kill Su Zhan, and annihilate the Heavenly Cloud Sword Sect?"
"I have also received this news, and I thought it might be false, but now it seems to be true."
"Most of the eastern country powerhouses are aware of this matter. Although we don't know why Brother Li, at the Fish-Dragon Realm, was defeated by someone at the Origin Elixir Realm, since you have spoken, we will assist you!"
The other Fish-Dragon Realm powerhouses also spoke up, expressing that they were aware of the situation.
Li Qinyang gave a bitter smile. "It's all because of my incompetence. I deserve to be a laughingstock. But this Su Zhan, indeed, has formidable strength! And right now, he is comprehending the Qingyang Sacred Scroll within the palace's forbidden grounds. I called upon all of you to come here with the intention of subduing him or forcing him to leave our Clear Sun Kingdom. If he remains obstinate and bears a grudge against our Clear Sun Kingdom, then I will ask all of you to take action and kill him within the palace!"
"So, it's just a small matter. Leave it to me!" Ma Tieniu flexed his fist the size of a sand pot and sneered. "I will make that Su Zhan kneel down and apologize to you, Brother Li. If he refuses, I will let him taste the flavor of this iron fist!"
"Good, now that everyone is aware, there's nothing more to discuss. After the task is accomplished, I will certainly fulfill my promise," Li Qinyang nodded and led the four of them out of the garden.
Soon, they arrived at the forbidden grounds.
The final gate opened.
Ma Tieniu rushed in first and saw Su Zhan sitting cross-legged with his back facing the entrance. He pointed at Su Zhan and shouted, "You must be Su Zhan! Get down from there right now, or else I'll—"
Before he could finish his words, Su Zhan had already turned around.
His slightly closed eyes suddenly opened wide. His pupils were burning with green flames, as if they had turned into two fireballs! At the same time, a round green sun appeared behind him, emitting a terrifying light!
As Ma Tieniu stared in shock, awe, fear, and even trembling legs, Su Zhan spoke coldly. "What do you want to do?"