Fighting Soul Clan Demoness

Chapter 834 Are the Ancient Clan the Culprits Who Destroyed the Spirit Clan?! (4k1, Bonus Chapter!)

"boom!"

Just as the two were talking, the thick clouds in the sky suddenly parted, and after a deafening roar, a spatial rift a thousand feet long instantly split open from the center of the ancient realm.

"The Sky Tomb is about to open!"

Upon seeing this scene, the many prodigies who had gathered below all became solemn and murmured in low voices.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan disregarded everything else and looked up at the sky, only to see an ancient and solemn gate that had quietly appeared between heaven and earth, transforming into a pillar piercing through the clouds.

"Is that the Gate to the Heavenly Tomb?"

Gazing at the giant gate in the sky, Xiao Yan was unusually speechless.

For some reason, upon seeing the giant gate before him, a strange feeling quietly rose within him, as if the giant gate could communicate with his bloodline in a mystical way.

"This kind of fluctuation."

Hun Ruoruo's delicate brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.

As the owner of a ten-colored divine item, her bloodline purity far exceeded the sum of everyone else present, naturally allowing her to comprehend it more profoundly than Xiao Yan.

In her perception, the fluctuations emanating from that giant gate were clearly resonating with the divine bloodline!

It should be noted that as the second person in the entire Soul Clan to possess the Origin God-grade item since the beginning of time, Soul Ruoruo's bloodline power is even greater than that of Soul Emperor.

Even with the cultivation level of the Soul Emperor, he was not able to resonate with the Primordial Divine Item. How could the Heavenly Tomb World, inhabited by a single soul, possibly produce such a fluctuation?
"It seems there's another reason I have to go to the core of that tomb." These thoughts flashed through her mind as Hun Ruoruo narrowed her eyes and muttered to herself.

She knew very well that the reason why the Soul Emperor tried to seize the Heavenly Tomb was not simply because of Xiao Xuan's energy body, nor was it for the sake of so-called face.

Something that would make the other side willing to expose the Soul Clan's hidden strength in order to obtain it is definitely not to be underestimated.
Just as everyone was watching in amazement, a group of elderly figures quietly appeared, followed closely by the delegation of the ancient clan's prodigies.

"Hehe, I've kept you all waiting."

As that aged and arrogant voice rang out, Gu Shan's figure slowly appeared in the center of the sky.

Not far from him was the semi-saint Tongxuan, who had lost face at his coming-of-age ceremony.

It is worth mentioning that at this moment, he seemed to have lost his former arrogance. Instead, he retreated to the second position, with only his old eyes occasionally sweeping over Xiao Yan and the other person, as cunning as a venomous snake.

"Ancient Mountain Clan Elder, Tongxuan Elder."

Upon seeing the two appear, the crowd naturally dared not be negligent and respectfully clasped their hands in greeting.

"Ah."

Gu Shan nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the surroundings, but finally stopping at the position of Hun Ruoruo and the other person, where he frowned almost imperceptibly.

Not only Hun Ruoruo and Xiao Yan, but no one in the entire Xiao Hun Alliance camp showed him the slightest respect. Even the old servant who followed Xiao Yan into the Ancient Realm was indifferent and only focused on following behind the two with a forced smile.

Such rude behavior caused a cold glint to flash in Gu Shan's eyes, but he did not make a fuss about it.

He gave the other person a deep look, then looked away and said calmly, "Everyone, you should be very clear about the rules for entering the Heavenly Tomb. According to the regulations, each clan has two slots, and no more than that can be entered."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded, showing no intention of questioning it.

"According to past rules, since the Heavenly Tomb is under the control of our ancient clan and no one from the Xiao clan has come to attend, the quota belonging to the Xiao clan will now belong to our clan."

At this point, he changed the subject and looked at Xiao Yan: "However, the clan that is absent from this trip to the Heavenly Tomb has changed from the Xiao Clan to the Spirit Clan. Therefore, in consideration of the past relationship between the Xiao and Gu clans, our Gu clan can make an exception and give this spot back to the Xiao Clan. Only five spots will be taken."

"Only five spots available?!"

Upon hearing this, everyone's expression changed slightly.

It should be understood that ordinary members of the eight clans, even the powerful Soul Clan, can only get two spots at most. Yet the Ancient Clan, which clearly lost face in the coming-of-age ceremony, received more spots instead of fewer. How absurd is this?
Although the Spirit Clan had not yet arrived, their domineering behavior still left everyone feeling suffocated and unable to speak out against their anger.

"Hmph, your ancient clan, you certainly have quite the airs!"

In the Lei Clan camp, Mang Tianchi, his hair and beard bristling, laughed angrily, "Don't forget, the Heavenly Tomb used to be located between the Xiao and Gu clans, jointly controlled by the Xiao clan and you!"

"Now that the Spirit Clan has not yet arrived, it's one thing for you not to distribute the extra spots equally to Xiao Yan, but instead you're taking away one of the two spots he should have had. Don't you think you've already lost enough face at the coming-of-age ceremony?"

Upon hearing this, a shadow of malice flashed in Tongxuan's eyes, and he shouted with a grim expression, "Mang Tianchi, do you really think this is your Lei Clan's place?!"

"Hehe, if you have the guts, then leave me here in this ancient realm forever. Otherwise, I'm afraid you won't be able to shut my mouth." Mang Tianchi said with a smile, as if he hadn't heard the threat in Tong Xuan's words at all.

"It just so happens that my Lei Clan is best at speed. After this trip to the Ancient Realm, your old man's true colors will probably be revealed throughout the entire Central Continent."

"You!" Tongxuan roared in fury.

"okay."

Seeing that Tongxuan seemed to want to say something more, Gushan immediately raised his hand to interrupt, completely unaffected by the other party, and slowly said, "The Xiao clan is dead, and it is only right that the Heavenly Tomb should be under the control of my Gu clan. Even if Xiao Xuan were alive, he would not be able to say anything about it."

"If you have any complaints, then your Thunder Clan may choose not to participate in this trip to the Heavenly Tomb."

"what?!"

Upon hearing this, before Mang Tianchi could reply, the two Thunder Clan prodigies in the camp couldn't sit still any longer.

The preciousness of the Heavenly Tomb quota is such that even with their status in the clan, they had exhausted countless efforts to barely obtain it. It would be utterly impossible for them to give up their quota for an outsider.

"Elder Tianchi, do not forget the clan leader's orders!" one of them said urgently in a low voice.

Upon hearing this, Mang Tianchi's body suddenly trembled, and his gaze toward the ancient mountain once more turned gloomy.

Xiao Yan, who had been silent, suddenly clasped his hands in a fist salute and said with a smile, "Dean, the clan is the most important thing. There's no need to worry about your disciple."

Mang Tianchi's expression was complicated: "You little rascal."

He never expected that at this critical juncture, Xiao Yan would not only not try to win him over to continue speaking out for him, but would also take the initiative to help him out of this dilemma.

"Cunning old bastard!" he cursed under his breath, but did not refuse again.

If the spot were for Mang Tianchi himself, he wouldn't hesitate to give it up without batting an eye. But since it concerns his clansmen, he cannot be generous with other people's money.
That old bastard is indeed more insidious than Tongxuan!

Seeing this, Gu Shan chuckled lightly, but his old eyes were full of profound meaning, as if Mang Tianchi's previous accusations were nothing to worry about.

His voice was calm, yet carried an undeniable air of authority, like the pronouncement of a leader, as he looked down at Xiao Yan of the Xiao Clan and said, "Xiao Yan of the Xiao Clan, has your Xiao Clan acknowledged this favor?"

"A favor?" Xiao Yan sneered, "To seize a spot that should rightfully belong to my clan, is that considered a favor?"

Gu Shan shook his head: "To monopolize a spot, the premise is that your Xiao clan actually has a genius qualified to enter the Heavenly Tomb. On the other hand, apart from you, it seems that your Xiao clan only has one servant present, which obviously does not meet the requirements."

"As I suspect, you intend to use this spot as a bargaining chip to give to the Soul Clan, right?" After saying that, Gu Shan's lips curled up slightly, a half-smile on his face, and he said, "Or is it that your Xiao Clan really intends to send that old servant as the clan's prodigy?"

"laugh"

Upon hearing this, an undisguised mocking laugh immediately rang out from within the ancient clan's camp.

"A mere old dog, a lackey, dares to covet a spot in the Heavenly Tomb?"

As soon as he finished speaking, a man wearing a silver robe slowly walked out from the camp. With Hun Li Hun Ya's sharp eyesight, he immediately recognized that the person in front of him was the person that Gu Yao had talked to that day!
"That's... Gu Hua, the Second Commander of the Black Annihilation Army?"

Upon seeing the newcomer, the prodigies on the field all narrowed their eyes slightly, feeling a sense of apprehension.

As the first commander under Gu Qingyang, the opponent's strength was even much stronger than that of Gu Yaodu, so naturally he was on the list of five people in the ancient clan.

Clearly, judging from this person's demeanor, it was impossible for him to simply hand over such a spot to the Xiao clan.

"The spots in the Heavenly Tomb have always been reserved for the most capable. For you, Xiao Yan, to bring an old dog in is truly an eyesore for all of us."

Gu Hua smiled and said, "I think, given your status as the young master of the Xiao clan, you wouldn't do something that would lower your status, would you?"

These words immediately thrust Xiao Yan into the spotlight, and even the other onlookers could feel the tense atmosphere.

"This time, Xiao Yan and that young master of the Soul Clan are probably in a difficult position," Huo Zhi said in a low voice, her eyebrows furrowed.

If they advance, they will become puppets of the Soul Clan, selling their spots for personal gain, and the alliance they previously forged will crumble.

The retreat indicates that the Xiao clan is completely defunct and can only send an old servant to act as the clan's pride.

Whether we advance or retreat, it has become a complete dead end!

Even the Soul Clan couldn't step forward to help the other party at this moment, because if they did, it would confirm Xiao Yan's identity as a puppet!

However, to everyone's surprise, the entire Soul Clan camp, including Mo Yu, remained completely calm. Even Hun Ruoruo, who was in charge, did not look up for even a moment, as if she regarded Gu Shan as air.

"Hehe, since the two clans are unwilling to discuss this further, then as the owner of the Heavenly Tomb, my Ancient Clan has no choice but to take this controversial spot back on behalf of everyone."

Gu Shan extended his hand from his sleeve and said with a faint smile, "Since that's the case, I hereby announce—"

"Wait a minute."

At that moment, Hun Ruoruo suddenly spoke.

When Jian Hun Ruoruo spoke, Gu Shan and Gu Hua's eyes lit up, and they finally showed a smile. Even Tong Xuan, who was in second place, had a sinister look on his old face.

"Finally, you couldn't sit still anymore." Gu Hua narrowed his eyes and a cold smile appeared on his lips.

He knew that when Hun Ruoruo spoke, no matter what she said, the reputation of the Xiao Hun Alliance would be completely ruined!
"Hehe, does the young master of the Soul Clan have any objections to my verdict?"

With a smile, Gu Shan said with unusual politeness, "In that case, I am all ears."

"All ears?"

Hun Ruoruo chuckled and said casually, "Although I don't know why you think I should explain for Xiao Yan, your ancient clan should indeed listen attentively."

".?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Shan and the others were all stunned. Before they could react, a ghostly figure dressed in a black robe suddenly rushed out from the crowd.

His appearance was extremely abrupt, and even his soul power could not detect him at all. Like a ghost, he carried unimaginable and terrifying bloodline power and rushed towards the nearest Gu Hua.

"not good!"

Tongxuan's expression changed drastically. Staring at the terrifying ghostly figure whose spiritual aura was mixed with bloodlust, he exclaimed in horror, "That's... a member of the Spirit Clan!!!"

"what?!"

"The Spirit Race didn't come, so why are there Spirit Race members suddenly appearing at this moment?"

The scene erupted in an uproar. Even with the broad perspectives of Mang Tianchi and the others, they were all stunned and completely unable to comprehend it.

Gu Hua, who had originally stepped out from the camp, didn't even react to the other party's appearance and just stood there blankly.

"Gu Hua, retreat quickly!!" Gu Shan shouted.

However, it was too late.

The ghostly figure clad in black robes shot out with lightning speed, grabbing the bewildered Gu Hua tightly, and roared:

"Kill, hatred, rage. A thousand years of decline, a clan on the verge of collapse!"

"Though my heart is filled with resentment, I cannot defy the will of Heaven. The Xiao Clan is gone, the ancient clan!!"

"The eight clans must be united as one!!"

Upon hearing those words, which sounded like a curse, a chilling coldness instantly ran down everyone's spine. Even the usually arrogant Gu Shan turned deathly pale.

No one could have imagined that Hun Ruoruo, the young master of the Soul Clan, would be able to invite a powerful member of the Spirit Clan and even publicly expound on the sins of the ancient clan!

"You bastard, shut up!"

Gu Shan's forehead was covered in cold sweat. He could no longer care about anything else. His strength as a peak half-saint swept up like a whirlwind as he rushed madly toward the direction of the spirit race.

However, faced with this scene, the crowd not only showed no approval, but their suspicions intensified, and their expressions toward the ancient clan were now filled with undisguised wariness.

"Stop slandering my people!"

Gu Shan roared and his giant palm pressed down like a divine mountain.

However, the Spirit Clan member, as if he had expected this, revealed a sinister smile.

The next moment, his body instantly became scorching hot, and his entire black robe expanded wildly as if inflated. Then, in Gu Hua's horrified, death-throbbing gaze, a crack quietly appeared.

"no no!!"

Gu Hua writhed wildly, his face contorted in agony, screaming almost insanely as he watched the figure, now swollen to its limit, grow ever larger before his eyes—

"boom!!!!!"

"Please, members of the ancient clans, listen attentively."

The magnificent fireworks were reflected in her starry eyes. Hun Ruoruo smiled gently and repeated softly.

(End of this chapter)