Swallowing the Stars: Heart of the Martial God

Chapter 103 Herodo

A dazzling blade of light shot into the sky with an almost tyrannical momentum, its force unstoppable, as if it were to tear a wound in the heavens that would never heal. The blade's direction carried an indomitable and resolute sharpness that crushed all obstacles.

The power contained in this blade of light has surpassed ordinary understanding. As soon as it appeared in the world, it caused the void to tremble, and the rules of space were twisted and deformed under its domineering power.

At the same time, the sword light that Dao Yan had previously unleashed, which he considered extremely terrifying, was instantly shattered like a flickering candle in a hurricane before the sword light formed by Ling Xuan's newly created "Breaking Illusion" sword technique.

However, the power of the "Breaking Illusion" blade light did not diminish at all. With its earth-shattering power, it continued to crash down on Dao Yan.

Where the blade's light passed, the void seemed to be ripped apart by an invisible giant hand, creating a long, deep gash. The previously relatively stable energy field was also completely disrupted, surging violently and instantly forming huge energy vortexes that devoured everything that approached.

"boom!"

Dao Yan's body, under this fierce and unparalleled attack, was as fragile as paper. It was instantly torn apart, turning into countless flying fragments that dissipated into the void, leaving not even a trace of remnant, as if it had never existed in this world.

Ling Xuan stood steadily in the center of the training ground, laughing heartily with joy and confidence.

This "Breaking Illusion" technique, refined over countless days and nights, embodies the sharpness of the three-pointed double-edged sword he possesses, his rudimentary understanding of the sword intent of the supreme treasure Heavenly Blade within his Heavenly Eye, and the profound mysteries he has drawn from the Emperor's Scripture. It is a truly unique and powerful force belonging to him.

After unleashing this strike, Ling Xuan clearly felt the power flowing more smoothly within his body, and the connection with the precious treasure in his hand became extremely close, as if the sword had become a natural extension of his body. With a thought, the sword intent would be released at will.

At the same time, deep within his soul, he faintly sensed that the supreme treasure within his Heavenly Eye—the Heavenly Blade—seemed to tremble slightly, as if responding to his progress. Although this response was extremely subtle, it filled Ling Xuan's heart with boundless hope.

“Continue the challenge!” Ling Xuan’s eyes shone brightly as he looked at the next opponent set up for him by the Lord of Void Gold. He had a strong premonition about the potential of the “Breaking Illusion” sword technique. This Heaven-Slaying Strike, which had a hint of the “Heavenly Blade” meaning, was definitely not limited to this.

As expected, in the ensuing battle, Ling Xuan was like a war god descended to earth, wielding his three-pointed double-edged sword with impenetrable skill. The power of the "Breaking Illusion" sword technique was constantly being unleashed in each actual battle.

Faced with one opponent after another, he was unstoppable, each strike of his sword carrying the force of an overwhelming tide.

In just one day, he had slain the remaining thousand opponents.

After this battle, the strike he created had reached the level of a cosmic overlord-level ultimate secret technique, which meant he had stepped into the quasi-emperor realm.

At the same time, he suddenly understood and realized his path to becoming emperor.

The Void Emperor proved his Dao through the Dao of the Void, and he was destined to forge ahead on the Dao of the Blade.

Of course, he also knew at this moment that although he had seen the direction of the road, he was still far from truly achieving enlightenment, and even had a long way to go before he could step into the quasi-emperor level. He needed to organize these insights into resources for his progress.

After a moment's thought, Ling Xuan made a plan.

I'm going out to use the results of my cultivation over this period to ambush and kill a few immortals, then retreat to the AAA-level god base to continue my secluded cultivation, consolidate my strength, and further refine my "Breaking Illusion" sword technique.

Meanwhile, Zhou Heng's clone was also preparing to show his skills.

The Void Breaking Palace changed its previous slow pace and began to race across the primordial star. Zhou Heng's clone, hiding in the Void Breaking Palace, also began to use his innate secret techniques to enhance his own status.

Just then, a divine light burst forth from ahead, and an astonishing aura suddenly erupted.

"Hahaha, a supreme treasure has appeared! My luck is pretty good. I didn't expect to encounter a supreme treasure just as I was about to take action. I wonder what kind of supreme treasure it is." Upon seeing this, Zhou Heng's clone was overjoyed, and his laughter echoed in the void.

The appearance of this treasure caused such a great stir that it instantly attracted the attention of many powerful figures.

In an instant, the sky above the entire primordial star shimmered with light, and powerful auras converged from all directions toward the source of the burst of light.

Some powerful figures concealed themselves within palaces, maneuvering them like shooting stars; others descended directly in their true forms, their figures flashing as they traversed vast distances. Without exception, these powerful figures possessed an aura far beyond imagination, surpassing even ordinary cosmic venerables, each radiating a chilling sense of oppression.

Everyone stared intently at the treasure that was about to be unearthed.

As time went on, the light grew brighter and brighter, and the ground began to shake violently, with cracks spreading out like a spider web.

Suddenly, a muffled rumble resounded, and an object slowly rose from the ground.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a small and exquisite tower.

The tower is ancient and imposing, shimmering with a strange luster, as if telling the story of the vicissitudes of time.

Each level of the tower has a unique design, with slightly upturned eaves, resembling a roc spreading its wings and about to take flight.

"This... is at least an ordinary treasure palace!" A powerful alien warrior with dark gold scales and horns on his head exclaimed in his unique hoarse voice from the crowd.

He was surrounded by a faint metallic sheen, and his vertical pupils gleamed with excitement.

These words shocked everyone present, and the eyes of the powerful figures from all races instantly turned fervent.

It should be noted that this ordinary treasure palace is far more precious than a high-grade treasure armor.

With this treasure, safety will be greatly enhanced, whether in fierce battles or perilous adventures.

Ling Xuan, who was inside the Void Breaking Hall, naturally noticed this astonishing commotion.

His eyes flashed, and without hesitation, he stepped out of the Broken Void Palace, ready to join this fierce battle for the supreme treasure.

As soon as he appeared, all the powerful figures around him turned their gazes toward him.

Ling Xuan's appearance was too unfamiliar; no one had ever seen him before.

But when they sensed the incomparably powerful aura emanating from Ling Xuan, everyone quickly looked away.

Regardless, Ling Xuan's displayed aura was enough to qualify him to compete with everyone for this treasure.

At that moment, a streak of light descended from the sky.

The newcomer was a rock life form, its body composed of dark brown, hard rock. Its appearance resembled that of the Bora tribe among humans, yet it possessed the ruggedness and weight unique to rock life forms.

"Everyone, this treasure palace is mine now, what do you say?" the rock-life expert said in a deep voice, seemingly asking the crowd, but his tone carried an undeniable domineering air.

Upon hearing this, the several cosmic overlords exchanged glances and wisely chose to leave.

Clearly, they were deeply wary of this powerful rock-based being.

"Herodo, others may fear you, but I do not." A booming voice rang out, belonging to a giant whose entire body was enveloped in a vibrant green.

"Hirodo?" Ling Xuan's gaze was instantly drawn to the name. A thought struck him: wasn't this one of the greatest elders of the Golden Horn Clan, often mentioned alongside the Heavenly Eclipse Palace Master and others in the early parts of the original story?

However, he was not resurrected by time reversal in the original work, but unexpectedly we met on this original planet.

(End of this chapter)