Night without Borders

Chapter 557 Who Dares to Challenge Me?
In the pitch-black sky, golden rays suddenly fell, and tall larch trees in the Yinhan Gorge soared into the night sky, as if bathed in the morning glow.

Standing atop the treetop, bathed in a shower of light, Qin Ming's gleaming armor stained with blood, his flowing black hair, made him appear even more dashing.

A piece of extremely high-grade spiritual crystal fell into his hand. Within its transparent material, a wisp of purple light seemed to be alive, rising and flowing endlessly. It was a rare potion that could help him break through his cultivation barrier.

"This is rare purple dragon blood. Even if you have extremely high potential and a foundation as solid as a mountain, it is enough for you to break through the cultivation level. There are no side effects that will affect your future. The only drawback is that after consuming it, your body and mind will feel hot for a period of time."

In the night sky, a golden phantom appeared to announce the situation.

This "flaw" was nothing to Qin Ming.

He looked down at it, a bright smile on his face.

He fought fiercely against the Dao seed of the parasitic civilization, and after being on the verge of death, he broke through the barrier of rebirth. Not long after that, he was about to break through the barrier again on the same day.

He felt a little unreal, realizing that he could actually be so "wealthy".

Qin Ming was radiant and said, "Only in this way can I live up to the principles I believe in. Not only must we take steady steps, but we must also break through quickly. In the end, we will become a truly powerful sect."

In that case, how far away would techniques like "Lai Jin" (来劲), "Yu Qing Jin" (玉清劲), and "Liu Yu Jin" (六御劲) be for him? He had been looking forward to it for a long time.

Yunjianyue possesses the inheritance of the Lord of Yujing, Diedaoren has the forbidden secret technique of combining insects, butterflies, and immortals, and the Dao seed of the parasitic civilization also has unpredictable methods.

Qin Ming felt that the current Chaos Force needed to be further strengthened.

Fortunately, the road ahead is not bleak. Although the storms of the True Form Tribulation are not small, there are also bound to be great opportunities for him to fuse his strongest magic.

The faint golden shadow did not linger, transforming into a streak of light and disappearing into the depths of the sky.

Qin Ming exchanged his battle merits for a breakthrough potion, a win-win situation for everyone.

He was satisfied, and Jinbang was no longer in a difficult position.

Because, whether they are Earth Immortals or those who have accumulated seven days of cultivation, they have almost no hope of advancement. In this cruel era, hoping to break through to the Celestial Immortal realm by consuming powerful elixirs? Don't even think about it!
In this situation, most of the old monsters would choose to use exotic metals to forge immortal weapons and refine armor, using powerful weapons to enhance their own strength.

"Heart Lamp Nine Heavens, I have arrived." Qin Ming floated to the ground, leaned against an ancient larch tree that would take several people to encircle, and sat down cross-legged.

He broke off the spiritual crystal in his hand and sucked the drop of liquid that had transformed into a purple dragon into his mouth.

……

In the Crimson Forest, some grandmasters looked at the five-colored beast with strange eyes. Before the battle, it had been full of passion and said: "One battle will refine true gold, and its breath will cut through dung."

As a result, it turned around and disappeared.

The five-colored beast remained calm and said, "What are you all looking at so carelessly? That was a strategic retreat."

Many experts present couldn't help but think to themselves: How can you be so shameless? You can actually say such things without batting an eye.

The five-colored beast said, "At that time, everyone could see that Daoist Butterfly's skills were extraordinary and he stood out from his peers. Therefore, I went to support other battlefields. You must have the vision of those in positions of authority and not be confined to one place."

Upon closer examination, it is true that it withdrew early... and ran away. However, it's a bit much to boast about it and use it to educate others.

The five-colored beast sighed. It knew that its friendship with Butterfly Daoist was probably over. Since that was the case, it would no longer take the initiative to approach him and turned to walk towards the area where a young Abyss King was located.

The main culprit in the recent great battle—Butterfly Daoist—appeared to be ascending to heaven. Although he was sitting cross-legged on the ground, a large amount of sacred light rain was rising into the dark night sky.

He frowned. How could the body be in such a severe deficit than he had anticipated?
He had almost exhausted his savings and was taking all sorts of rare tonics, but he still felt that his body was not being properly nourished. Could this be the time to break through a bottleneck?
Soon, a gloomy feeling rose in Butterfly Daoist's heart. He possessed an incredible life-sacrifice technique, corresponding to insects, butterflies, and immortals, which could be used to sacrifice one's true self.

When did he die from his insect life?
He gradually calmed down, preparing to first recover to his peak state, and wait for the moment of clarity to return before pondering the reasons, and then... he still had to cut off that "sword".

"Insect, butterfly, and immortal—a trinity, who can stand against me?" As his condition improved, Butterfly Daoist's confidence soared.

……

Under the cover of night, outside the Changgong Ferry, the shimmering waves spread across the river surface, resembling a vast ocean undulating, displaying its magnificence.

Like Yinhan Gorge, Wangshu City, and Guitianxu, the place names here are all related to the moon.

Tang Yushang was stationed here and had recently experienced a bloody battle.

Her black and gold armor was badly damaged, the shoulder guards were torn and bloodstained, and part of her fair, jade-like arms were exposed.

However, she was full of fighting spirit. Today's battle had boosted her confidence, and she was gazing at the blood-red forest on the other side of the river.

"Sister, are you alright?" Bai Meng, covered in injuries, staggered over.

"It's alright." Tang Yushang shook her head.

She was covered in tattered armor, tall and slender, her black hair flowing in the night wind, her fair and flawless face radiating confidence with eyes as bright as stars.

Bai Meng knew all too well how fierce the battle was today.

The Tang Dynasty traversed this territory, connecting three rescue sites, and fought a bloody battle against one of the "Seven Heroes" of the Celestial Clan, a truly perilous situation.

In particular, at the end, a king of the abyss passed by and glanced deeply in this direction.

Fortunately, the opponent was injured and did not leave the game.

Bai Meng asked, "Sister, should we call for help?"

Tang Yushang shook her head and said, "Why ask for help? If another powerful enemy attacks, we can just kill them."

Bai Meng deeply felt that after his sister's "shackles" were temporarily removed by the Golden List, even her mental aura became stronger. She was aloof and detached, with an attitude of looking down on the world, and her beliefs were... quite firm.

He said, "Sister, you fought the 'Lightning Beast' among the Seven Heroes of the Celestial Clan today, causing him to return empty-handed. I think he will come again."

Tang Yushang was ethereal, like a true immortal descending to earth. Her voice was magnetic, yet she spoke with great force, saying, "It's good that you've come. I'll take his head as a merit in battle."

Bai Meng said with concern, "Today, some people here are talking about you being a descendant of the Lord of Jade Capital. I'm worried that someone in the Crimson Forest might hear about this."

After all, this land is vast and densely forested, and all sorts of birds and insects that lurk there can become spies for each other's camps, making it impossible to guard against them.

Bai Meng said, "If the news leaks out, I'm worried that even the Abyss King who happened to be passing by will come to kill us."

Tang Yushang's identity is somewhat sensitive. If the people on the other side knew, many would be eager to take action against her.

If we can capture the bloodline of the Lord of Yujing, there will be so much we can do.

Tang Yushang frowned slightly. She hadn't expected her identity to be the subject of discussion on her own side, which could indeed lead to some negative consequences.

Across the river, in the crimson forest, the golden-armored man, transformed from a lightning beast, received the secret message and nearly cried out in shock: "A descendant of the Lord of Jade Capital?"

He was immediately thrilled. If he could capture her and keep her by his side as a concubine or maid, it would be a humiliation to the Yujing camp on a spiritual level.

Of course, this also means extreme danger and could provoke a furious retaliation from the other party.

He pondered that if he could acquire this extraordinary skill, he could simply return to the "silver sea" in the night sky and hide there.

However, he alone might not be able to subdue that woman, after all, they had already fought a fierce battle not long ago, and she was quite formidable.

"Is the news true?" In the adjacent territory, the God-Eyed King, one of the six kings of the abyss, also heard the secret report. His entire face was covered in golden eyes, which were now fully open.

"Her identity is quite sensitive. If she were kidnapped, it would cause quite a stir." The Divine Eye King was a humanoid being covered in silver scales, except for its face, which was entirely golden because it was covered with dozens of eyes of the same color.

It is said that the strongest members of this clan can possess thousands of golden eyes.

The God-Eyed King said in a hoarse voice, "If we can capture her alive and present her to the higher-ups, we will surely receive a generous reward; if we keep her as a concubine, it will also enhance our status. This woman is extremely valuable, we should take her."

At the Moon Palace Ferry, Bai Meng spoke up: "Sister, since you've become alert, please lend a hand."

He suggested calling Ming Ge over, since even he could now guess that "One Sword" was Qin Ming.

He witnessed the entire process when Tang Yushang and Qin Ming were sparring.

As the saying goes, they each have something to hide. The Tang Dynasty knows Qin Ming's hidden identity, while Qin Ming knows that she possesses a "jade mirror" related to Yujing.

Tang Yushang said, "I am different from before. All the bloodline shackles have been temporarily severed. Qin Ming's realm is not high. His attack on those above him is ultimately too strenuous. He may not be able to deal with figures at the level of the Seven Heroes of the Celestial Clan."

She added, "Not long ago, the person who ventured into the Crimson Forest was very likely him, and he was almost beaten to death."

Bai Meng explained, "It is said that although that person paid a terrible price, he finally killed his opponent."

He was also quite worried about whether Ming-ge needed to recover from his injuries. Tang Yu-shang said, "Our Chan Gong Ferry has been invaded, and I suspect that Yin Han Gorge has also been attacked by the enemy. I'll ask them about the situation there later."

Bai Meng immediately contacted Qin Ming using the conch shell, saying, "Brother Ming, how is it going on your end? What? A handsome and powerful young expert, like a god descending to earth, quickly quelled the bloodshed and chaos? Who is he, that he is so powerful and amazing?"

He was shocked; even Brother Ming had spoken highly of that person, and he was truly stunned.

Qin Ming countered, "What's the situation on your end?"

Bai Meng sighed softly, a worried look on his face, and said, "We are surrounded by powerful enemies, and it feels like walking on thin ice."

Qin Ming said, "If you need anything, just let me know, and I can come and help."

"Brother Ming, how are you doing right now?" Bai Meng asked.

Qin Ming said, "I am currently in meditation to nourish my body and am about to reach my peak state."

Upon hearing this, Bai Meng's heart skipped a beat. He sensed something was wrong. Was there something wrong with Ming-ge's health? Did he actually need to recuperate?

Qin Ming sensed something and said, "It seems you're in a bad situation. Wait a moment, and I'll head over as soon as I've finished recuperating."

"Never mind, just focus on recovering." Tang Yushang's voice came from behind.

Then the call ended.

Tang Yushang said, "I never imagined I would become this powerful."

Then, she muttered to herself, "Little Qin Ming is already easy to handle; he's no match for me."

Bai Meng was speechless. Tang Jie was indeed very strong now, but was it okay for her to be so confident and boastful?

Then, Tang Yushang abandoned Bai Meng, quickly walked to the side, and, abandoning her aloof demeanor, nervously contacted Jinbang to decisively ask for help.

A moment later, she returned with an air of confidence and swagger, saying, "Who dares to challenge me?"

Because Jinbang told her that the higher-ups wouldn't get involved, but they would send her a strong ally.

At Yinhan Gorge, Qin Ming successfully broke through the barrier and arrived at the Ninth Heaven of the Heart Lamp.

When breaking through to a minor realm, the changes are greatest and the increase in cultivation is most considerable, from the third to the fourth realm and from the sixth to the seventh realm.

Because that's the change from the early stage to the middle stage, and then to the later stage of the Heart Lamp.

Alternatively, during a breakthrough, the body undergoes a regeneration process, resulting in an extraordinary increase in strength.

Qin Ming's breakthrough this time was fairly standard; it's impossible for him to be reborn every time. Even for him, it would be good if he could undergo a rebirth once or twice in a major realm, and three or four times would be a pleasant surprise.

He was surrounded by celestial mist, indulging in the glow of the sunset and the essence of the fiery spring flowing into his mouth and nose, while the celestial dew silently fell and entered his body.

Qin Ming stood up, bringing with him a shower of light. His inner light reached the ninth heaven, making his body full of vitality. He was only one step away from becoming a grandmaster.

He was ethereal and otherworldly, and his strength reached a new peak. Every move he made was imbued with the Daoist rhythm, flowing with his energy and harmonizing with heaven and earth. He seemed to be able to achieve oneness with heaven and earth at any time and in any place, truly achieving a perfect harmony of form and spirit.

However, at this moment he felt hot all over, which was the only side effect of "Purple Dragon Blood" and it would not dissipate for at least two days.

The phantom of the Golden List appeared, with a faint golden glow flowing around it, and said, "Go to the Moon Palace Ferry to provide support. The descendants of the Jade Capital Lord can die in battle, but they must never be humiliated."

Qin Ming listened and learned part of the situation there. He then soared into the sky and rode the wind to travel far away.

The two places were not far apart, and he soon arrived at his destination, dressed in crimson armor, and slowly descended from the night sky.

"Huh?" Bai Meng was startled instantly.

Tang Yushang had already looked up, locking onto that figure in the night sky.

"Brother, you are..." Bai Meng's pupils suddenly contracted as he recognized him. This was... the Realm Sect? This person had appeared during the sparring session with the younger generation of the Totem faction, but had not made a move.

"Is this the powerful reinforcement Jin Bang was talking about?" Tang Yushang greeted him politely.

Qin Ming smiled reservedly and nodded to her.

Those gleaming white teeth and the heat emanating from his body made Tang Yushang frown. Couldn't this person conceal his aura?

Bai Meng remained silent. The scorching heat emanating from the Jingjie Sect was truly masculine, much like the aura emanating from male creatures after the arrival of spring.

This is a side effect of the Purple Dragon Blood, and it won't subside immediately.

Therefore, Tang Yushang, who has obsessive-compulsive disorder, did not want to breathe here anymore, feeling that this person was too dissolute.

Her domain expanded, becoming indistinguishable from that of a Grandmaster. Every bloodline shackle was severed, and her cultivation level temporarily increased dramatically.

This is a "gift" from their supreme ancestors, but it can also constrain future generations in many ways.

Tang Yushang was expressing her dissatisfaction. This man was too unrestrained and dissolute. She almost covered her nose.

However, Qin Ming landed lightly, not hindered by the domain. It was as if an invisible giant axe or a sword cleaved through the void, and his feet touched the ground.

"It's...you?" Tang Yushang opened her eyes wide, sensing the lingering effects of the Nine-Colored Sword Aura and the Heaven-Opening Axe Light.

She had had some thoughts before, but she didn't dare to confirm them. She only guessed that Qin Ming was "Yi Jian". Now she discovered that he did indeed have another identity.

"Who?" Bai Meng asked blankly.

Startled, Tang Yushang didn't notice and took a deep breath, immediately coughing. She stared wide-eyed at the "fiery" figure in front of her.

She covered her mouth and stepped back, saying, "Should I call you Yijian, or..."

"What?!" Bai Meng was struck dumb, initially stunned with shock on his face. Now he realized that the Realm Sect was also Brother Ming? The three of them were practically a myth.

He had some ideas before, but they were ultimately just "wild thoughts." Now that they have been confirmed, his eyes have completely changed.

"Just call me the Realm Master," Qin Ming said with a reserved smile.

Bai Meng stared blankly, unable to recover for a long time.

Tang Yushang was indignant. Thinking of how she had "weakly" cried, and seeing him "pretending" like this now, she suddenly wanted to beat him up.

She was glowing, somewhat skeptical. Could it be that she was no match for this guy today?
In an instant, her domain materialized, covering Qin Ming, and the tangible Dao aura engulfed him, attempting to imprison him there.

Tang Yushang couldn't help but want to "weigh" him within a controllable range.

Qin Ming walked straight toward her, though it felt like being stuck in a quagmire, he was indeed getting closer step by step.

Tang Yushang's long black hair danced in the wind, and her body was surrounded by dazzling light as she continued to increase her power.

She was dressed in black and gold tattered armor, and her bare, smooth shoulders and slender legs were all white, as if they were glowing.

Its spread seemed to distort the entire night sky.

However, although Qin Ming walked slowly, he walked over firmly and powerfully, eventually reaching her side and gently patting her shoulder.

Qin Ming laughed and said, "Brother Tang, you've gotten too cocky. Have you forgotten the pain you once felt?"

Tang Yushang's black and gold armor, whose shoulder guards were already broken, was now being gently pressed, and instantly... shattered into pieces, falling to the ground.

Qin Ming inevitably touched her fair and delicate shoulder. Coupled with his words and his hot and intense breath, Da Tang immediately felt like she was being teased.

However, she is now keenly aware that she is still no match for her "arch-rival".

She was indignant, stepped back, her face slightly flushed, never expecting that the powerful ally Jin Bang had mentioned would be him.

"Brother Ming, you're a true genius!" Bai Meng came to his senses and was filled with admiration. Qin Ming, the world-renowned Jingjiepai, and Yijian were all the same person!

Qin Ming's teeth were white, almost matching Tang Yushang's skin tone. He had a very friendly smile and said, "I'll say it again, I'm from the Realm Sect."

"I understand!" Bai Meng nodded immediately, his heart filled with excitement.

Qin Ming found a large blue stone to sit on and asked them for details.

He nodded and said, "The Lightning Beast, one of the Seven Heroes of the Celestial Clan, and the Divine Eye King, one of the Six Kings of the Abyss, are the most likely to attack. It's alright, I just came out of seclusion and was about to test my sword."

(End of this chapter)