While in Battle Through the Heavens, one can pre-appoint oneself as an emperor.

Chapter 270 Devouring Serpent Saint

Cultivation is not just about fighting and killing; it also involves human relationships and worldly wisdom.

After exchanging greetings with these powerful Dou Zun, whether they were sincere or not, Chen Xiao finally turned his gaze to the sky.

At this moment, the space had been distorted to the extreme, and a spatial rift several meters in size was torn open from the inside out.

And from that cracked space, everyone can glimpse a small part of the interior of this ancient ruin.

It was a vast and boundless primeval forest, with towering trees everywhere, and occasionally some strange-looking magical beasts could be seen flashing by.

There is nothing else.

Judging from the few glimpses revealed, the scene within this ancient ruin does bear some resemblance to the Beast Realm.

"Were the scenes revealed during the first two spatial rifts similar?" Chen Xiao asked Qing Lin and Venerable Tianhuo.

"Yes, that's true. There must be eighth-tier magical beasts in this ancient forest, which is too dangerous for people below the Dou Zun level," Qing Lin nodded in reply.

Although the gap between Dou Zong and Dou Zun is not as exaggerated as that between Dou Zun and Dou Sheng, it is still an insurmountable chasm for 99% of the general public.

If there are indeed magical beasts comparable to Dou Zun in this ancient forest, it would be no different from a buffet for anyone below Dou Zun to rashly enter.

"The spatial seal is gradually dissipating; this time, even a Dou Zun expert should be able to enter."

After sensing the surroundings for a moment, Little Fairy Doctor continued, "Xiao, I'll stay this time. You take Qinglin and Tianhuo inside."

With Cai Lin in seclusion and Cao Ying pregnant, it was necessary to leave someone behind to take charge, especially given the increasingly chaotic situation in Zhongzhou, in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Otherwise, it would be difficult to handle if something really happened.

"Okay, we'll get out as soon as possible!" Chen Xiao nodded.

The spatial fluctuations remained intense, and everyone stared at the sky. As soon as the spatial seal dissipated, the dark sea of ​​people below would surge in like a tidal wave.

Five minutes, ten minutes—

In the blink of an eye, a quarter of an hour had passed.

"Bang!"

Suddenly, this world rippled slightly, and countless eyes turned sharply to the ever-expanding spatial rift.

"Splash!"

Amidst the violent distortion of space, a rushing sound like flowing water was emitted, and as this sound spread, the fluctuations in that space became increasingly intense.

"call.:

As they gazed at the energy seal that grew increasingly ethereal under the fluctuations, countless eyes in the Sand Shadow Mountains turned crimson, and even their breathing became heavier, their hands gripping their weapons tightening their grip.

The group of Dou Zun powerhouses could also sense that within that strange rustling sound lay an extremely terrifying energy fluctuation.

This fluctuation was unusually turbulent, like a volcano suppressed beneath the earth's crust, with a feeling that it was about to erupt.

"Splash..."

Another strange whooshing sound rang out, the distorted space suddenly froze, and then there was no more movement, even the spatial fluctuations stopped.

The spatial seal had become extremely illusory, with only a thin layer remaining, yet it had never completely dissipated.

"Do we have to wait for it to erupt again?"

Seeing this scene, countless people frowned simultaneously.

Although the spatial seal was as fragile as glass, giving the impression that it would shatter at the slightest touch, it was still the work of a Dou Sheng powerhouse.

It remains a potential hazard until it completely dissipates.

"To go in or not?"

"Damn it, I'll risk it!"

Countless people are wary, but this world is never short of people willing to risk their lives.

Entering first is risky, but the chances of seizing the opportunity are undoubtedly greater!

As for the eighth-tier magical beasts that may exist in that ancient forest, as long as enough people rush in, they won't have the energy to pay attention to everyone, so there's always a glimmer of hope!

Harboring this gambling-like mentality, within the mist that had stabilized in the spatial rift, countless figures in the mountains instantly turned bloodshot.

A deep, greedy roar escaped its throat, and its figure surged toward the spatial rift like a locust swarm.

"Venerable ones, I will go and scout ahead for you!"

"My fate is in my own hands, not in the hands of heaven!"

"I'll take my leave now!"

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A commotion arose, people thronged, and the scene instantly descended into chaos.

Seeing the crowd scrambling to get ahead, the minds of the Dou Zun experts inevitably became active as well.

The earlier you get in, the greater your chances—that's a fact.

Although the spatial seal has not completely dissipated, based on the experience of the previous two times, it should now be possible for a Dou Zun powerhouse to enter.

With their strength, the eighth-tier magical beasts hidden in the ancient ruins might not pose a threat.

As for the many unknown risks, since they dared to compete for the opportunity of the ancient ruins, they had already made mental preparations to fight to the death!

The more anxious the Dou Zun experts were, the more impatient they became, and their gazes unconsciously turned to Chen Xiao and the others in the center.

"Please make yourselves at home, everyone."

Chen Xiao smiled slightly, not interfering with their decision. "Then my Heavenly Nether Sect will take its leave first!"

Upon hearing Chen Xiao's words, the three Dou Zun experts from the Tianming Sect could not contain themselves and stepped forward, leading their disciples to the front of the spatial rift.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the group resolutely rushed into the ruins.

Even the nine-star Dou Zun who was hiding his strength was not hindered by the spatial seal in the slightest!

Seeing that the Dou Zun experts of the Tianming Sect had already set off, countless onlookers in the mountains could no longer hold back and surged up, turning into a torrent that rushed towards the ruins.

Even the remaining dozen or so Dou Zun had their own ideas.

"That person just now, wasn't that Liu Cang, the vice sect master of the Heavenly Nether Sect? That old fellow is decisive; he must have some means of self-preservation." Clearly, Chen Xiao wasn't the only one who saw through the other's concealed strength.

"Since that's the case, then I can't fall behind. Fellow Daoists, my Burning Flame Valley will take the lead!"

Tang Zhen stepped forward, cupped his hands in greeting to the crowd, and immediately led the disciples of Burning Flame Valley into the sky. In an instant, they were swallowed up by the spatial rift. With the Heavenly Nether Sect and Burning Flame Valley clearing the way, the remaining Dou Zun no longer hesitated, called out to each other, and set off immediately.

Before long, only the Zixiao Pavilion group, Venerable Feng, and his companions remained on the mountaintop.

"Sect Master Chen, the ancient ruins are fraught with danger. If we encounter each other there, we might as well look after each other." The one who spoke was the nine-star Dou Zun powerhouse beside Feng Xian, whose aura was familiar but whose appearance was completely unfamiliar.

"Of course, Venerable Medicine, please go first."

Chen Xiao nodded and did not refuse the suggestion.

At this moment, he was not the only one from Zixiao Pavilion who wanted to enter the ancient ruins.

On the other hand, the other side only has two Dou Zun experts, so they won't be a hindrance.

"Heh, as expected, you can't hide it from Pavilion Master Chen. We'll meet again inside the ruins!"

Having his identity exposed by Chen Xiao, Yao Chen chuckled lightly, offering no further explanation. He gave a slight fist salute and then led Feng Xian into the ruins.

"This person is actually the Medicine Venerable? He has also been resurrected!" The Heavenly Fire Venerable was somewhat surprised as he watched the two figures disappear.

"He probably used some tricks or secret techniques, and there might have been some mishaps along the way. Otherwise, with the body material he prepared, he shouldn't only have the strength of a nine-star Dou Zun."

It would be far too much for Xiao Yan, with his limited abilities, to handle the resurrection.

However, strength has never been a major problem, as there are many secret techniques and elixirs in the world that can temporarily boost one's strength.

For example, Cao Ying once prepared a Battle King Pill when refining the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame. Taking it would temporarily grant her the strength of a Battle King.

This is just one example; there are many similar secret techniques at the Douhuang level and even the Douzong level.

"Let's set off too. The spatial seal hasn't completely dissipated, which means that the energy won't erupt for the time being. It's a safe time to enter. Xian'er, I'll leave the outside to you."

"I'll take care of everything."

Chen Xiao nodded slightly, and without further hesitation, he waved his hand, leading Qing Lin, Venerable Tianhuo, five elders, and fifteen disciples to the front of the spatial rift.

However, just as Chen Xiao was about to step in, Venerable Tianhuo felt a sudden pang of fear. After hesitating for a moment, he couldn't help but say, "Sect Master, this spatial seal gives me a very dangerous feeling. It seems that as soon as I step in, I will be torn apart."

As I've mentioned many times before, the stronger one's abilities, the less likely one is to have such a premonition.

And once this sense of crisis arises, there is almost always a reason for it!

This mysterious premonition has allowed countless powerful individuals to escape one calamity after another.

"You are the only Dou Zun present today who has entered the Nine Revolutions to Sainthood stage. It seems that this spatial seal has been maintained at the level that only allows nine-star Dou Zun to enter," Chen Xiao nodded slightly.

Liu Cang and Yao Chen from the Underworld Sect were both Nine-Star Dou Zun, and they entered safely the other day.

However, Venerable Tianhuo felt very dangerous, and after thinking it over, this seemed to be the only explanation.

"Then you should stay here for now. Wait until the spatial fluctuations occur again and the spatial seal completely dissipates before entering. However, when the seal completely dissipates, there may be a terrifying burst of energy, so don't move immediately."

"Thank you, Master. I'll remember that!"

Venerable Tianhuo nodded in agreement.

That extremely terrifying energy fluctuation was like a volcano about to erupt; he had sensed it earlier as well.

Without saying anything more, Chen Xiao left Venerable Tianhuo behind for the time being and waved his hand.

"Set off!"

Stepping into the spatial rift was like entering a giant bubble.

When that dizzying sensation appeared before his eyes, Chen Xiao knew that something terrible was about to happen!

"No wonder they used a spatial seal to cover it up; the entrance to this ruin is actually a huge illusion array!"

The illusion array was so sophisticated that it was impossible to see with the naked eye. Chen Xiao only noticed it the moment he stepped into it.

This means that when people are outside the site, their judgments about this ancient ruin are all conjecture and have no basis whatsoever!

Of course, within the ruins, everything depends on strength. As long as one enters safely, it doesn't make much difference to Chen Xiao.

What worried him was that after entering the ruins, he found that everyone around him had disappeared, as if they had been randomly teleported to different locations.

This is undoubtedly not good news for the elders and disciples!

With a flick of his wrist, Chen Xiao took out twenty-one soul tablets from his storage ring.

This was specially made by Venerable Tianhuo after he had the candidates for inclusion in the ruins confirmed in the last few days.

Each person made twenty-two soul tablets, keeping one for each of their companions.

In this way, one can use this soul tablet to determine the life or death of a companion, thus preventing the situation where the team gets separated.

Unexpectedly, it came in handy as soon as I entered the room.

Seeing that all the soul tablets were safe and sound, Chen Xiao felt a little relieved.

It seems that none of the twenty-two people from Zixiao Pavilion were immediately teleported to a dangerous place, and they are currently unharmed.

"Life and death are predestined, wealth and honor are determined by fate. I hope more of them can survive."

With a soft sigh, Chen Xiao put away the soul tablet.

Entering the ruins to seize opportunities inevitably involves losses.

Even if they didn't get separated, it's not guaranteed that everyone will escape unscathed.

Chen Xiao was already mentally prepared for this.

Therefore, when finalizing the list of those to be included in the relics, he specifically asked Venerable Tianhuo to inquire about the wishes of these disciples and elders.

Shaking off distracting thoughts, Chen Xiao surveyed the surrounding area from his elevated position.

The place where he stood was an endless plain, predominantly dark, like a super-sized version of the Black Plains of the Black Corner Region.

Even with his keen eyesight, he couldn't see the edge, and it was hard to imagine how vast the entire site was.

Upon releasing his soul perception to investigate, Chen Xiao discovered that there wasn't a single living being in this area. There weren't even any insects, let alone people or magical beasts; it was as if this were a dead zone.

"Let's find the recipe for the Pregnancy Spirit Powder Elixir first."

With a thought in mind, Chen Xiao quickly came up with an idea.

Now that he has entered the Tianbei Ruins, the subsequent procedures for obtaining the Pregnancy Spirit Powder Elixir formula should also be changed.

Once the pill formula is found and this follow-up is completed, Chen Xiao will be able to use the unique items on Qing Lin and the others to locate their positions and regroup them.

As his consciousness settled into his mind, Chen Xiao silently checked the advance payment information.

As expected, there have been some changes regarding the advance payment of the Pregnancy Elixir Formula.

[Follow-up to the pre-obtained Spirit-Nourishing Powder Recipe: Head to the northwest, to the Hall of the Devouring Serpent Saint's Passing Away, and seize it!]

That short sentence provided Chen Xiao with a lot of information.

"Seize? What does that mean?"

These two straightforward words, however, left Chen Xiao puzzled.

Could it be that, after countless years, the owner of this place is still not completely dead?

"Could the true form of the Devouring Void Serpent Saint also be the Heaven-Devouring Python?"

In the Dou Qi Continent, there are only a few types of snake-like magical beasts that can become Dou Sheng.

Nine Netherworld Python, Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python, Ancient Celestial Serpent!

Other snake-type magical beasts have insufficient bloodline limits, and the probability of them advancing to the Dou Sheng rank is extremely low, so they can basically be disregarded.

A person's title can also provide a lot of useful information.

For example, the specialties or attributes of Venerable Wind, Venerable Thunder, and Venerable Sword are quite obvious.

For example, the title "Hanxiao Venerable" given to Chen Xiao by some people is also related to Chen Xiao's attributes, his identity as the master of Zixiao Pavilion, and even his name.

The same applies to Dou Sheng level experts.

The Creation Saint's ultimate skill is the Great Creation Palm.

The Yellow Spring Demon Saint is related to the Three Absolutes of the Yellow Springs and the true form of the demon beast.

The Pure Lotus Demon Saint is even more obviously linked to the Pure Lotus Demon Flame.

Therefore, we can also glean a lot of useful information from the title of the owner of the ruins, the Devouring Serpent Saint.

Its true form is a snake-like magical beast!

The name "Devouring the Void" seems to be a distinctive feature of the Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python!

After careful consideration, Chen Xiao quickly determined his direction and flew towards the northwest.

However, just as Chen Xiao chuckled, feeling that he was truly destined to be with the Seven-Colored Devouring Heaven, a sudden change occurred.

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With a loud bang, a strange black mist rose from the ground below, carrying an extremely unsettling and eerie aura, and went straight for Chen Xiao's face!