High Martial Arts: Liver Becomes the Master of the Universe

Chapter 336 Rescuing Marquis Liewu, their whereabouts are exposed, and they are hunted down by all races!

As soon as Qin Feng stabilized his body, before he even had time to adjust his course, his terrifying mental power, which had transformed into pure black quality, instantly detected an anomaly.

It wasn't a killing intent directed at him, but rather a distant yet extremely intense fluctuation of spiritual energy, like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, creating clear ripples on the level of spiritual perception.

"Huh? A battle?"

His gaze sharpened as he looked toward the source of the fluctuations.

Deep in the starry sky, several astronomical units away, a fierce battle of epic proportions is unfolding.

For ordinary creatures, that distance was insurmountable, but in Qin Feng's perception, every detail of the battlefield was crystal clear.

His figure vanished from the spot, without making a fuss like he used the Black Sky Wings. He simply used his physical strength to travel at faster-than-light warp speeds, silently approaching the edge of the battlefield.

Soon, he concealed himself behind a massive meteorite with a diameter exceeding several thousand kilometers, calmly observing everything before him like the most patient hunter.

Ahead in sight was a magnificent, suffocating prison.

It was a grand array entirely constructed of crystal, with countless rhomboid crystals shimmering with seven-colored light floating in the void, linked together by invisible spiritual energy patterns, forming a massive multifaceted crystal wall covering hundreds of millions of miles.

Starlight pierced through the crystal walls, refracted and distorted into mesmerizing bands of light, making the interior appear somewhat illusory. This grand array was not merely a physical barrier, but also distorted space at the level of laws, isolating information and leaving those within with no way to escape or seek help.

In the center of that magnificent yet deadly cage, a figure was fighting a bloody battle.

He was a burly man, dressed in crimson armor, his body burning with an intense fighting spirit that seemed almost tangible. Every punch and every slash carried the terrifying power to scorch mountains and boil seas.

The raging laws of fire and the indomitable fighting spirit intertwined, transforming into enormous blades of light capable of tearing apart stars, frantically impacting the surrounding crystal walls.

However, each fierce attack is absorbed and deflected by the seemingly fragile crystal wall in a strange way, eventually disappearing without a trace.

"It's the Marquis of Fierce Martial Might!"

Qin Feng's pupils contracted slightly as he immediately recognized the figure.

It was on the Island of Death and Fall that the fiercely independent and warlike high-ranking human marquis met.

Qin Feng had met him once on the inner island and was deeply impressed by his pure fighting spirit.

Marquis Liewu's strength is considered formidable even among high-ranking marquises, and his combat prowess has long been honed to its peak.

But at this moment, this valiant marquis found himself in an unprecedented predicament.

His crimson armor was torn in several places, revealing hideous wounds beneath, from which golden blood seeped out, only to be instantly evaporated by his own burning fighting spirit.

Although his aura remained powerful, Qin Feng could clearly sense that beneath that power lay an uncontrollable decline. The power of each of his attacks was diminishing in an extremely subtle way.

He was besieged by three strangely shaped creatures.

They lack the facial features and limb structure of humans or humanoid beings; their entire bodies are composed of pure, flawless, and dazzling crystal, as if they were natural creations of the laws of the universe.

Inside their bodies, tiny, starlight-like cores of psychic energy flowed slowly.

Their movements are silent and stealthy, yet they reflect a dreamlike rainbow of light, beautiful and deadly.

The powerful cosmic race—the Crystal Clan!
Moreover, none of these three Crystal Clan Marquis-level beings were weaker than Marquis Liewu; all of them had reached the level of advanced Marquis-level beings!

Qin Feng's eyes turned cold.

This was not a close battle at all, but a meticulously planned ambush.

The cooperation between the three Crystal Clan members who were granted the title of Marquis was flawless.

At the core of the great formation, a figure continuously formed strange hand seals, controlling the operation of the entire crystal trapping formation, constantly compressing the space where Lie Wuhou was moving, and repairing the spiritual energy ripples caused by Lie Wuhou's attacks.

The other two, like ghosts, circled around Marquis Liewu at high speed, engaging in a fierce battle.

Their attack methods were also extremely bizarre.

It wasn't a pure psionic shock, but rather a series of thin, hair-like crystal rays.

These rays may seem weak, but they contain the laws of "assimilation" and "imprisonment." Once hit, the spiritual energy shield on the surface of Lie Wuhou's body will instantly crystallize and then shatter.

Even the blood flowing from his wounds would instantly solidify into tiny golden crystal particles upon contact with this ray.

"What a vicious method."

Qin Feng analyzed in secret, "They don't want to kill him with one blow, but rather to wear down Lie Wuhou's protective divine power little by little, like the slow slicing, and eventually crystallize him completely, turning him into a lifeless trophy."

Marquis Liewu clearly understood this as well, and his attacks became increasingly ferocious, attempting to break the stalemate by trading blows.

However, the two Crystal Clan Marquis-level warriors who were fighting were extremely slippery. They could always use the refraction ability of the crystal wall to instantly move to another location before his attack arrived, and then launch a new round of harassing attacks.

This is an unsolvable deadlock.

The encirclement isolated them from the outside world, allowing the three equally powerful individuals to wait in comfort, coordinate perfectly, and employ clear tactics.

Marquis Liewu was like a tiger trapped in a spider web, possessing immense strength but only able to be constantly consumed in despair until his death.

Qin Feng concealed himself in the shadow of the meteorite, his pure black spiritual power acting like the most sophisticated detector, silently scanning the entire battlefield. A massive flow of information converged, analyzed, and reorganized in his mind.

"Marquis Liewu... a high-ranking marquis, with formidable combat power and unwavering will. However, under the combined attack of three equals, his spiritual energy reserves can only last for half an hour at most. After half an hour, defeat is inevitable."

"The Crystal Clan's [Seven-Colored Glazed Realm] is a combined Marquis-level Grand Array that integrates trapping, defense, and killing. It has at least 360 core nodes, and their positions are constantly changing. It is almost impossible to break through from the outside unless one possesses the power of a King."

"But no formation can be perfect. There are bound to be peaks and troughs in the flow of spiritual energy. As long as you can seize that tiny gap, you will have a chance."

"With my current strength, if it comes to a head-on fight, facing three well-coordinated high-level Marquis at the same time, my chances of winning are extremely low. At most, I can only guarantee that I will not be defeated. It would be very difficult to forcibly kill any one of them. If they are determined to escape, I may not be able to keep them here."

"but……"

A hint of absolute confidence flashed in Qin Feng's eyes.

"My advantage lies not in overwhelming strength, but in overwhelming speed!"

In his mind, an invisible battle had been rehearsed a thousand times.

A head-on collision is not advisable.

Using a feint attack in one direction while striking in another, when the enemy is a unified force with a shared understanding, is unlikely to be effective.

The only way to break the deadlock is to use a speed beyond their comprehension limits, before they can react, to bombard the weakest point in the energy operation of the great formation with the strongest single-point attack, tearing open a fleeting opening and creating an opportunity for Marquis Liewu to escape.

"The risk is very high. If I get entangled, I'll also be surrounded. But I'm 90% confident I can get him out!"

Qin Feng no longer hesitated for a moment.

As fellow human comrades and old friends from the Isle of Death, it was not his way to stand by and watch someone die.

A chilling killing intent rose from the depths of his heart and instantly swept over his entire body.

This is not a bloodlust, but a manifestation of the will to adjust oneself to the peak combat state.

He slowly emerged from the shadow of the meteorite.

There was no earth-shattering burst of energy; all his spiritual power was perfectly contained within his [Limited Body], like a black hole, not leaking out even a trace.

hum...

With a slight, almost negligible tremor, a pair of enormous, magnificent, and profound wings quietly unfolded behind him.

Those wings were not made of flesh and blood or psychic energy, but were formed from pure darkness, like the eternal night of the universe itself, dotted with countless tiny points of light, like a reflected galaxy.

It is indeed the [Black Sky Wings]!
Immediately afterwards, a set of dark gold armor, full of streamlined beauty and power, spread from his chest like a living fluid, quickly covering his entire body—[Ultimate Power Armor]!
Finally, he made a fist in the air with his right hand.

A long spear, entirely black and seemingly capable of swallowing all light, appeared out of thin air.

Ancient and mysterious runes were faintly visible on the gun barrel, and at the tip of the gun, a faint gravitational force distorted the surrounding space.

Celestial Weapon - [Star-Devouring Spear]!
Fully armed, Qin Feng, like a dark war god from ancient mythology, silently floated in the void, his gaze fixed on the crystal cage hundreds of millions of miles away.

He is waiting for an opportunity.

A crystal-based trapping array's spiritual energy flows, with old and new elements alternating, and there is only a tiny, fleeting flaw!
On the battlefield, Marquis Liewu's situation became increasingly difficult. A crystalline ray of light darted around his battle axe and slammed into his left shoulder.

Click!

The armor shattered, revealing a deep wound that exposed bone. The surrounding flesh began to crystallize at a visible speed.

"Hahaha! Marquis Liewu, give up! Your human reinforcements are not coming!"

"To become an eternal work of art under the throne of my Lord is your ultimate glory!"

The two Crystal Clan Marquis-level beings emitted triumphant soul fluctuations, their attacks becoming increasingly fierce.

Marquis Liewu roared and, ignoring his injuries, turned around and unleashed a sweeping attack.

The raging flames forced his opponent back, but his aura weakened as a result.

A hint of tragic determination flashed in his eyes, as if he was preparing to use the final measure of burning his primordial Dao seal to perish together with his enemy.

Right now!
Qin Feng, who had been calmly observing, suddenly had a sharp glint in his eyes!

"It's now!"

He caught it!
The Crystal Clan Marquis who was controlling the great formation had just completed a switch of spiritual energy cycles, and a tiny gap appeared in the flow of spiritual energy throughout the [Seven-Colored Glazed Realm], the duration of which was so short as to be incalculable!

Without the slightest hesitation, Qin Feng's killing intent exploded completely!
Ultimate form, unleash full power!

Extreme power armor, roaring with energy overload!

boom! ! !
He vanished from his spot in an instant, leaving no afterimage, as if he had been forcibly erased from this dimension of space and time. He transformed into a pure black lightning bolt that defied description, an absolute darkness that tore apart the concepts of space and time!

Fifteen thousand times the speed of light!
In that instant, time seemed to slow down infinitely.

The three Crystal Clan members, still basking in the pleasure of toying with Marquis Liewu, had not yet completely dissipated their soul fluctuations.

The resolute look in Marquis Liewu's eyes had just appeared, and the act of preparing to burn his life had only just begun.

Qin Feng, on the other hand, had already traversed a vast distance of hundreds of millions of miles and arrived at the battlefield!
"Be bold!"

"Who attacked us!"

Almost the instant Qin Feng appeared, the three Crystal Clan Marquis-level souls erupted in horrified roars.

Their fighting instincts sensed a deadly threat, but their thoughts and actions were completely unable to keep up with the speed of the black lightning!

One of the Crystal Clan Marquises closest to Qin Feng instinctively tried to turn around to defend itself, its crystal body barely beginning to rotate at a tiny angle.

However, it was too late.

Qin Feng's target was never any of the three of them from the very beginning!
His figure was like a precise scalpel, grazing past the body of the Crystal Clan Marquis at an unbelievable angle. The Star-Devouring Spear in his hand, which devoured all things, had its tip imbued with the unparalleled power of the Limit Body and the destructive will of pure black spiritual energy. It struck the weakest and most crucial spiritual energy node of the huge trapping formation with unwavering precision!
It was a rhombus-shaped crystal undergoing a psionic energy exchange, its defensive capabilities reduced to their lowest point!
“BOOM!!!!”

A deafening roar, powerful enough to shatter the soul, suddenly exploded in the vacuum of space!

Qin Feng didn't choose to confront the overwhelming power of the entire formation head-on; that would be foolish. Instead, he chose to focus his power on a single point, perfectly concentrating all his strength into that one area!
The collision between the spear tip and the psionic node instantly triggered a catastrophic chain reaction!

Click!

Click click click...

Centered on the hit node, jet-black cracks spread wildly like a spider web, instantly covering the entire crystal wall of the [Seven-Colored Glazed Realm]!

A surge of violent psionic energy erupted from the crack, triggering a violent spatial explosion.

"It's...it's pure black quality spiritual power!!"

"That aura...that speed...he's Qin Feng, the most wanted ferocious monster on the bounty list!!"

The Crystal Clan Marquis who was controlling the formation suffered a backlash to his soul the moment the formation was broken, and let out a terrifying roar filled with endless fear.

The words "Fierce God" were like the most terrifying curse, causing the other two Crystal Clan Marquis-level figures to freeze in their tracks.

That was the fear etched deep into the souls of all the powerful races—a forbidden existence who, as a domain lord, defied the odds and was granted a title of Marquis!
How come he is here? !
At that critical moment, Qin Feng's calm and steady voice, like a thunderclap, resounded in the soul of Marquis Liewu:

"Marquis Liewu, leave immediately!"

Marquis Liewu was initially stunned by this sudden change, but upon hearing the voice and sensing the familiar, domineering aura, he instantly recognized who it was!
Qin Feng!

He is the peerless ferocious god who created a legend on the Island of Death and reversed the battle with his own strength!
The despair in my heart was instantly replaced by ecstasy!

He is also a top-tier expert who has experienced countless battles, and the instinct for fighting has long been ingrained in his bones.

He immediately understood that this was the only, and last, chance to escape that Qin Feng had risked his life to create for him!

"Roar!"

With a roar, Marquis Liewu squeezed out all the remaining power in his body without reservation. He transformed into a dazzling flame and charged straight out of the huge gap that Qin Feng had torn open!

Having landed a successful blow, Qin Feng showed no interest in continuing the fight.

His purpose has been achieved.

Just as the three Crystal Clan Marquises recovered from their shock and fear, and were both surprised and angry as they tried to regain their footing and launch an attack,

Qin Feng's Black Sky Wings suddenly flapped, transforming once again into that incomprehensible black stream of light. Without pausing, it followed a different direction from Lie Wu Hou and instantly vanished into the depths of the vast starry sea, disappearing without a trace.

fast!
They come fast and go even faster!

From the moment he made his move, to breaking the formation, to rescuing people, and finally to evacuating, the entire process was smooth and fast, almost like an illusion.

Only the cracked crystal array, slowly collapsing, remained, along with three Crystal Clan Marquises whose bodies trembled slightly, their souls filled with rage, fear, and a hint of relief.

They couldn't pinpoint Qin Feng's presence at all, nor could they accurately determine the direction he had gone.

That terrifying speed completely exceeded their perceptual limits.

“Asshole! Asshole!!”

"Qin Feng! It's actually Qin Feng!"

Why is he in war zone 239781?!

After a brief silence came a hysterical roar of the soul.

The duck that was about to be caught flew away, and the long-planned hunt was in vain. How could they not be furious?
But after the anger came a deep sense of lingering fear.

If that black light had been aimed at any one of them, would they have been confident they could have blocked it?

The answer is...no.

They didn't even have a chance to react.

"He...he's even more terrifying than the intelligence reports described!"

"calm!"

The leader, a Marquis of the Crystal Clan, forcibly suppressed his fear, his crystal body gleaming with a dangerous light. "We can't catch him, but his whereabouts have been exposed!"

"That's right!"

Another Marquis immediately realized, "He's appeared in War Zone 239781! This news is more valuable than Marquis Liewu's life!"

"The bounty for the Imperial Treasure! And the ultimate wanted notice jointly issued by several top clans! The rewards for providing his accurate whereabouts are enough to drive us crazy!"

The soul fluctuations of the three Crystal Clan Marquises instantly became rapid, with greed overwhelming their fear.

"Quickly! Spread the message out immediately!"
It's said that the fierce Qin Feng has appeared in war zone 239781, coordinates XXX, XXX! He possesses pure black spiritual power and travels at speeds exceeding ten thousand times the speed of light, and is suspected of heading towards Tianyan Universe City!

"Notify all our clansmen in the war zone! Notify all our allied forces! Mobilize all available resources to create an inescapable net!"

"We can't let him get away with the bounty on the Imperial Treasure! He must have some important purpose for coming here; we absolutely cannot let him succeed!"

Spatial ripples, each carrying urgent information, rapidly spread outwards from this point in all directions.

A massive storm targeting Qin Feng, triggered by an exorbitant bounty, is rapidly unfolding in this chaotic war zone.

Meanwhile, at the eye of the storm, Qin Feng and the escaped Marquis Liewu were speeding away in completely different directions at incredible speeds through the boundless sea of ​​stars.

……

War Zone 239781, Tianyan Universe City.

This is the epicenter of the storm.

Qin Feng concealed all his aura and walked like a ghost along the main road of Tianyan Universe City, which was wide enough for starships to travel side by side.

He did not activate the Black Sky Wings' flamboyant speed of ten thousand times the speed of light, nor did he release his signature pure black spiritual power that terrified the pride of all races.

At this moment, he was dressed in the most ordinary black martial arts uniform, his aura extremely restrained, as if he were just an insignificant speck of dust mixed into this torrent composed of countless powerful life forms.

However, his deep eyes, like a pair of highly sophisticated detectors, calmly observed every detail of this war-torn city. The name "Tianyan" for Tianyan Universe City was derived from the concept of "the evolution of the heavens, encompassing all things."

On the streets, the breath of life is mixed and intense.

There are countless bizarre races, some like writhing hills of flesh and blood, others simply a mass of self-aware psionic beings.

They were all top-tier experts drawn here by the two legendary opportunities, "Seven Heavens Abyss" and "Mount Eternal Life".

The aura of being granted a title of nobility has become commonplace here; most of the creatures you pass by on the street have reached this level.

Occasionally, a terrifying pressure, far surpassing that of a Marquis and as deep as an abyss, would sweep across the area. That was the arrival of a King-level expert. Wherever he passed, all was silent, and all living beings would instinctively lower their heads in awe.

An indescribable tension permeated the air.

It is a highly concentrated pheromone composed of greed, vigilance, murderous intent, and opportunity, enough to instantly shatter the Dao heart of any cultivator with a weak will.

Deep within the eyes of every living being lies the glint of a hunter; they observe others, and are observed in turn. The slightest lapse in concentration could invite a fatal attack.

This is a paradise for the strong and a hell for the weak.

Qin Feng's destination was a tavern called "Tingfenglou" in the south of the city.

This was the meeting place he had arranged with Marquis Liewu.

After rescuing Marquis Liewu, the two did not exchange many words on the spot, because that void had already been locked by countless divine thoughts, some clear and some obscure, and any unnecessary lingering would be extremely dangerous.

The exterior of "Tingfenglou" is inconspicuous; it is just a three-story building made of bluish-gray stone, mixed among countless more magnificent buildings, and it is easy to miss if you do not look for it deliberately.

As Qin Feng pushed open the door, a mixture of alcoholic odors from the fermentation of bodily fluids from various races, along with the rich aroma of roasted meat, wafted towards him.

The tavern was dimly lit and deafeningly noisy.

Monks of different races sat around a rough stone table, talking and laughing loudly in their respective languages, discussing recent rumors, boasting about their achievements, or cursing an enemy who had stolen their prey.

This is a place where all sorts of people gather, and it's also where information flows the fastest.

Qin Feng's gaze swept across the noisy lobby before heading straight to the second floor.

He had already reserved a private room on the top floor based on the information provided by Marquis Liewu.

"Room No. 3, Class A".

The waiter guarding the stairwell was an octopus-like creature with eight arms. He took the token from Qin Feng with one of his arms, while the eye-like organs on his other arms rotated simultaneously. After confirming that it was correct, he respectfully stepped aside.

Stepping onto the stairs leading to the third floor, the noise of the outside world is completely shut out by an invisible barrier, and the world instantly becomes quiet.

Pushing open the heavy metal door, the scene in the private room came into view.

The room was small, but the furnishings were extremely elegant.

A square table carved from a single piece of warm jade is placed in the center, with several exquisite side dishes and a pot of warm Star River Fine Wine already prepared on it.

Marquis Liewu was sitting at the table. He had changed out of the blood-red armor that had been damaged in the battle and put on a clean and neat blue robe. Although his face was still a little pale from the previous exertion, his eyes were still as sharp as an eagle's.

Upon seeing Qin Feng enter, his tense body instantly relaxed, and a genuine, hearty smile appeared on his face.

"Brother Qin Feng, you've finally arrived! Please have a seat!"

He stood up and personally poured Qin Feng a full glass of wine.

The wine has a brilliant amber color, with countless miniature stars floating in it, and it exudes a refreshing fragrance.

"Come on, Brother Qin Feng, this cup is for you!"

Marquis Liewu raised his cup with both hands, his expression extremely solemn, without the slightest bit of politeness. "Thank you very much this time! If it weren't for your timely intervention, my life, Liewu, would probably have ended up at the hands of those three Crystal Clan bastards today. I will remember this life-saving grace! I will do my utmost to serve you in the future!"

After saying that, he tilted his head back and drank the wine in his cup in one gulp. His movements were swift and decisive, without spilling a single drop of wine, showing the heroic spirit of a soldier.

Qin Feng smiled slightly, raised his cup and drank. A warm and powerful spiritual energy slid down his throat and into his stomach, instantly transforming into pure spiritual energy that nourished his limbs and bones.

He could sense the sincerity in Marquis Liewu's words. This powerful marquis, whom he had met once on the Island of Deathfall, was as fierce and brave as his title suggested, and had a clear sense of right and wrong.

"Senior Lie Wu, you flatter me."

Qin Feng put down his wine glass and said calmly, "We are both comrades of the human race, and we should help each other on this chaotic battlefield of myriad races. If you were in my shoes, senior, you would surely not stand idly by if you saw me in danger."

"Hahaha, that's natural!"

Marquis Liewu burst into laughter, and the last trace of restraint in his heart vanished.

He refilled Qin Feng's glass before sitting down, his expression gradually becoming serious. "Speaking of which, I do have a question. Brother Qin Feng, how did you suddenly end up in this war zone? This place... is no safe haven right now!"

Qin Feng picked up a piece of jerky from an unknown beast for himself.

He didn't answer immediately, but instead asked, "Senior seems to know a lot about the situation here. I'd like to ask you first, why were you targeted by those three high-ranking Marquises of the Crystal Clan? Judging from their expressions, it seems like they're determined to fight to the death."

A hint of gloom flashed across Marquis Liewu's face when this matter was mentioned.

He sighed heavily, picked up his wine glass and took another big gulp before explaining, "Don't even mention it, it's all because of greed."

Some time ago, I discovered a piece of 'Void Crystal' as a byproduct of a near-extinct galactic relic in a dying star system. While it wasn't as valuable as the main ore, it was still a top-tier material for forging king-level treasures.

I thought I was getting away with it undetected, but little did I know that a small team from the Crystal Clan had already set their sights on those ruins.

"And so, the conflict broke out."

Relying on my overwhelming strength, I killed two of them who were only at the initial stage of being granted the title of Marquis, seized their belongings, and left.

Who knew that those guys were actually direct descendants of a powerful king from the Crystal Clan, they had stirred up a hornet's nest.

This attracted the attention of those three high-ranking marquises, who launched a months-long manhunt against me.

Marquis Liewu's tone carried a hint of self-deprecation, but more so, helplessness. "That's not the most crucial point. The most crucial point is, Brother Qin Feng, your presence here right now is a million times more dangerous than me being chased by three high-ranking marquises! This place is now a powder keg with a lit fuse!"

His voice unconsciously lowered considerably, and his eyes were filled with deep worry, as if he could already see the terrifying situation that Qin Feng was about to face.

He leaned closer and, in a voice only the two of them could hear, began to explain the current situation in detail.

"The news of the appearance of the Seven Heavens Abyss and the Eternal Mountain is no longer a secret; it has probably spread throughout the core of all races in the universe. Do you know what this means?"

A look of apprehension flashed in Marquis Liewu's eyes. "This means that a grand feast that will sweep through countless star systems and involve countless powerful individuals is about to begin in this war zone!"

【Mount Eternal Life】Contains treasures that even powerful monsters at the Emperor level covet, which can help them reach higher realms.

The Seven Heavens Abyss is even more mysterious and unpredictable. It is said to be a trial ground left behind by seven ancient gods, where a complete inheritance of divine arts is hidden!
"Divine magic! That's something even demigods dream of!"

"Therefore, in this war zone now, it is no exaggeration to say that people are being granted titles of nobility as easily as dogs and kings everywhere!"
I've even received concrete information that several reclusive, Emperor-level ancient monsters have already dispatched their will avatars, or even their true forms, to nearby star systems, all waiting for the two forbidden areas to be completely stabilized and officially opened!

At this point, he stared intently at Qin Feng, his tone extremely heavy: "And you... Brother Qin Feng, what is your current identity to these hungry wolves who have gathered from all directions?"

"You are not just a matter of chance, but you are even better than a matter of chance!"

"You are a thorn in the side of all races, a thorn in their flesh! You are a walking treasure trove!"

Marquis Liewu was somewhat agitated. He stretched out his finger and slammed it heavily on the table.

"The Holy Light Clan, the Mechanical Clan, the Crystal Clan... As far as I know, these three top-tier powerful clans alone have all issued the highest-level bounty orders against you!"
The reward is for a complete and genuine imperial treasure!

A secret treasure bestowed upon the emperor! Brother!

This is enough to drive any ultimate Marquis, or even a King, completely insane!
They will swarm from every corner of the universe like sharks smelling blood, hunting you down at all costs!

"Although you only made a move for a moment, your signature pure black spiritual power and incredible speed were impossible to conceal."

I bet that the news of 'the fierce god Qin Feng appearing in Tianyan Universe City' has spread like wildfire through all sorts of channels, just like a cosmic plague.

At this very moment, it's estimated that all the powerful figures who have come from across the entire war zone upon hearing the news have already prioritized finding you above all else!

As Marquis Liewu spoke, his expression grew increasingly anxious. He looked at Qin Feng almost pleadingly: "Brother Qin Feng, listen to my advice, you can't move an inch now!"

This place has become a trap set for you.

The best option is to immediately use the long-distance teleportation array in the Cosmic City to return to the core of the human territory and temporarily avoid the storm!
"You can come out when you've improved your skills. A wise person avoids dangerous situations!"

He told Qin Feng everything he knew without reservation.

He didn't want to watch helplessly as this peerless genius, who had just saved his life and was on whom the entire human race placed their hopes, perished in the eye of the storm because of a moment of carelessness.

However, after listening to his detailed and well-intentioned warning, Qin Feng's face did not show the solemnity, worry, or even fear that he had expected.

On the contrary, a faint smile appeared on Qin Feng's lips.

He calmly picked up his glass, downed it in one gulp, and then shook his head.

"Thank you for your kindness, senior. Qin Feng appreciates it."

His voice was as calm as an ancient well, without the slightest ripple, "However, it's alright."

"I never intended to keep a low profile when I came here."

"In fact..."

Qin Feng raised his eyes, his deep gaze fixed on Marquis Liewu, and said, word by word, "I was hoping they would all come to me."

"Om-"

The moment Marquis Liewu heard those words, his mind completely went blank.

He stared wide-eyed at Qin Feng in disbelief, as if he were looking at a madman.

He even subconsciously picked at his ears, seriously suspecting that the previous battle had damaged his soul, causing him to hallucinate.

"W-what?"

Marquis Liewu's voice was dry and hoarse. He struggled to organize his thoughts, each word spoken with great difficulty, "Brother Qin Feng... what, what did you just say?"

Do you hope they all come to you?

What insane remarks!
What is he trying to do? Is he trying to fight against top-tier powerhouses from across the universe who have come to investigate, all by himself?

This is no longer a matter of courage; this is actively courting death!
Even the most outstanding geniuses in the forbidden realm would only choose to temporarily avoid such a display of power. No one would be foolish enough to provoke the greed of the entire universe!
Qin Feng looked at Lie Wu Hou's completely stunned expression, smiled, and did not repeat what he had just said.

He did not explain his astonishing plan to Marquis Liewu, because the plan was too crazy and too unbelievable. Explaining it would only make the other party more worried, and might even make him think that he was arrogant to the point of being incorrigible.

But in his heart, the clear strategic line of thought became even more resolute at this moment.

Having too many enemies is ultimately a huge problem.

Qin Feng's gaze seemed to pierce through the walls of the tavern, reaching the vast city outside, where undercurrents were surging, and further away, the star field was in chaos, stirred up by the auras of countless powerful figures.

From the Isle of Death to the Battle of Geniuses, and then to the Battlefield of Myriad Races… along my journey, I've forged mortal enemies across the universe. The Holy Light Race, the Machine Race, the Crystal Race, the Insect Race… almost every top-tier race sees me as a thorn in their side.

'This feeling of being constantly on their minds is like a leech; wherever I go, they swarm around me like flies drawn to the smell of fish.'

This time, it was for the Primordial Fire of Furnace Village. Next time, what other opportunity will it be for?

As long as I live, and as long as the name 'Qin Feng, the Demon God' remains at the top of the bounty list, this pursuit and encirclement will never stop.

This greatly drained my energy, preventing me from focusing wholeheartedly on what truly matters. It was like an invisible shackle, keeping me firmly in the open, making me a target for everyone's attacks.

"In that case..."

A deep, even slightly crazed glint flashed in his eyes.

'...Instead of passively dealing with this endless harassment, why not do the opposite!'

'Let's take advantage of the opening of the Seven Heavens Abyss and the Eternal Mountain to make a huge fuss! Let's turn things upside down!'

'I want everyone to know that I, Qin Feng, am here! I want to draw all the attention in the entire war zone to me! I want to make their greed burn to its extreme!'

'Then……'

'Find the perfect opportunity, and in the spotlight, 'die' in a spectacular way!'

This crazy idea swirled in Qin Feng's mind, eventually transforming into an incredibly clear and logically sound action plan.

The existence of the Twin Masks gave him absolute confidence to carry out this plan.

As long as the mechanical clone located in Qin Feng's Universe City remains intact, he is immortal.

One "death" will not truly bring him down.

On the contrary, a perfect "death" will bring endless benefits.

First, the name "Qin Feng, the Fierce God" will be completely erased from the sight of all races in the universe.

Those exorbitant rewards will become nothing more than empty words.

From then on, no one would ever go to great lengths to hunt down a "dead man".

He will completely transform from an open target into a hunter hidden deep within.

He can change his identity, change his appearance, infiltrate anywhere he wants to go, and seize any benefit he desires without arousing anyone's suspicion.

He can now truly and without reservation carry out his next plan—to find the [Primordial Flame], perfect the [Path of Limits], and expand his first-mover advantage to a level that no one can catch up with before the "Golden Age" fully arrives!

This is the only, and most perfect, way to break the deadlock in the current predicament where the whole world is at odds!

Marquis Liewu was naturally unaware of the turbulent scheme Qin Feng was plotting.

He could only read a kind of determination in Qin Feng's calm yet frighteningly calm eyes that he couldn't understand, yet which instinctively made his heart tremble.

He remained silent for a long time, trying to find even the slightest trace of a joke on Qin Feng's face, but he failed.

Qin Feng's expression was so serious that it sent chills down his spine.

In the end, all the shock, confusion, and worry turned into a long sigh.

He raised the wine jug and filled it again for himself and for Qin Feng.

This time, he didn't try to persuade him again.

"...What courage!"

Marquis Liewu's voice was hoarse, but it was filled with heartfelt shock and admiration.

He raised his wine glass with both hands and solemnly addressed Qin Feng.

"Brother Qin Feng, you truly live up to the name 'Fierce God'!"

He finally understood why this young man, who was countless years younger than him, had been able to reach such a height that even he could only look up to.

This composure that remains unmoved even when Mount Tai collapses before you, this madness and boldness that dares to defy the entire universe, is something he can never catch up to.

"I don't know what your trump card is, nor do I know what you're planning to do."

Marquis Liewu's gaze became extremely solemn. "But since you have made up your mind, I, Liewu, will not say any more to persuade you."

"I'm only saying one thing."

"If things are hopeless, we must find a way to escape to Tianyan Universe City!"

"The lord of this city, the Heavenly King, is my mentor!"

He spoke slowly and deliberately, revealing a secret that would move countless powerful figures: "At the same time, my master is also your master, and a close friend of the Devouring King!"

"As long as you can escape into this city, as long as you are still in the city, even if a powerful Emperor-level expert personally descends, my master will definitely protect you!"

This was the greatest help he could offer Qin Feng.

A promise of protection from a powerful king is of immeasurable value.

Upon hearing this, a hint of warmth flashed in Qin Feng's eyes.

He could feel the weight of Marquis Liewu's promise; it was not just polite talk, but a trust and goodwill that he could entrust his back to.

He stood up, and solemnly bowed to Marquis Liewu.

"Thank you for informing me, senior, and thank you for your protection, King Tianyan."

"Qin Feng will remember this kindness."

A storm has begun to brew in the boundless star field outside Tianyan Universe City.

But inside the small tavern's private room, at the eye of the storm, everything was unusually calm.

(End of this chapter)