Battle Through the Heavens: Purple Heaven Thunder Emperor

Chapter 265 He is the person the elders have their eye on.

Xiao Bai stood with his hands behind his back in mid-air, his black robe fluttering in the wind.

His gaze slowly swept over the three elders of Demon Flame Valley, and a dangerous smile appeared on his lips.

"I heard that the three of you cultivate a secret technique together, which allows you to condense artificial flames."

His tone was calm, yet it carried an undeniable sense of pressure:

"Let him out so I can see for myself!"

"Since you have such a request, how could the three of us possibly spoil your fun!" Elder Fang Yan grinned, but the smile on his face gradually turned sinister.

"Boss, be careful. He's the one from Canaan Academy who fought the Ancestor!"

The Third Elder looked grim. He now understood why Xiao Bai had shown mercy earlier; it turned out he had this plan in mind.

"Third brother, they've already come knocking on our door. Do you think we have any way out?"

Fang Yan roared, his gaze icy as he looked at the fearful Third Elder and slowly said:

"He was able to defeat the Ancestor only by launching a sneak attack beforehand, severely injuring him. I don't believe that a mere six-star Dou Huang can really turn the world upside down."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Bai clapped his hands and laughed, his eyes seemingly radiating appreciation.

"Not bad, not bad at all. Very confident, you even have some of the flair of a half-step Dou Zong!"

He could sense that this elder, Fang Yan, had already stepped one foot into the Dou Zong realm.

The other two are a nine-star Dou Huang and an eight-star Dou Huang, plus the seven-star Dou Huang Eagle Claw Elder whom Xiao Bai killed earlier.

It must be said that within the Black Corner Region, Demon Flame Valley is almost the most powerful force besides Canaan Academy.

"Second brother, third brother, let's do it!"

Looking at the black-robed youth who seemed to disregard them completely, Fang Yan's face turned ashen, and he suddenly shouted.

Upon hearing the shout, the Second Elder of Demon Flame Valley responded without hesitation and quickly retreated a distance. Seeing this, the Third Elder's eyes sharpened, and he also gritted his teeth and retreated to a certain position.

The three stood in the air in a triangular formation, their hands forming rapidly changing hand seals. In an instant, three pale gray flames rose from their bodies.

The flames resonated with each other, and after a moment they detached from their bodies, gradually coalescing together at the center of the three people.

"As expected, this flame contains a trace of stellar power. It must be that the fire seed it absorbed contained beast fire related to stellar power."

Xiao Bai stood still in the air, feeling the rapidly rising temperature around him, and looked with great interest at the pale gray flame that had appeared.

The space around the flames appeared to be slightly distorted, a phenomenon that was quite close to that of some lower-ranked strange flames.

"Is that all? What a pity."

Xiao Bai looked up at the flames that resembled a gray sun, radiating terrifying heat, shook his head slightly, and a hint of disappointment appeared in his eyes.

This flame appears powerful, but it can only approach the level of the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame beneath the desert, and even then, it is only approaching it; it lacks the mystery and ferocity of other flames.

However, Fang Yan, the Grand Elder of Demon Flame Valley, did not think so. He had great confidence in the fused flames. With the help of this "fake strange fire," many powerful people had died at the hands of the three of them over the years.

"Starry Sky Fire Phoenix!"

With a sharp shout, the gray-brown flames on the three of them surged forth, intertwining in the sky, and a violent energy fluctuation quickly emanated from the flames.

"Hey!"

Flames rolled like clouds, and suddenly a loud bird cry, accompanied by a scorching and violent wind, rang out from the gray-brown flames.

The flames contracted rapidly, and a fiery divine bird, about ten feet long, seemed to rise from the rolling gray-brown flames as if reborn.

The three from Demon Flame Valley were pale and weak, clearly having expended a great deal of energy condensing the Fire Phoenix.

"Hehe. Sir, this is what interests you. Take a good 'appreciation' of it!"

Fang Yan's brows flashed with a fierce look as he laughed strangely at Xiao Bai, who was not far away.

Xiao Bai ignored him, gazing at the firebird soaring into the azure sky, a hint of heat flashing in his eyes, and a strange smile appearing on his lips.

"Very good. This Fire Phoenix should have condensed all the bio-fire within you. After I devour it, I should be able to reach the Seven-Star Dou Huang level!"

"Hmph! How arrogant!"

Seeing that their combined attack was being underestimated, Fang Yan's face quickly turned grim, and the hand seals in his hands changed rapidly.

The fire phoenix circling in the sky suddenly let out a sharp cry.

A sound wave, almost tangible, swept over.

The trees in the valley below swayed violently as the blows were spurted, and some disciples of the Demon Flame Valley changed their expressions and fled into the distance.

The fire phoenix cried out and pounced on Xiao Bai with the force of burning the heavens.

Wherever it passed, even the air crackled and popped from the heat.

Watching the fire phoenix swooping down like a collapsing sky, Xiao Bai smiled faintly, raised his arm, spread his five fingers, and amidst the rolling thunder, five-colored light resembled a blazing sun.

crackling

Countless arcs of lightning continued to extend out, and in the blink of an eye, a multicolored lightning net with a radius of several tens of feet appeared in front of Xiao Bai.

A network of lightning, shimmering with a chilling light, illuminated the entire sky with vibrant colors.

The Fire Phoenix swooped down and collided violently with the lightning net!

"boom--!"

A deafening explosion resounded through the sky, and violent energy ripples spread out like a tsunami. The surrounding mountains trembled violently under the impact, and countless rocks tumbled down.

The gray-brown flames and multicolored lightning clashed and eroded each other, emitting a piercing hissing sound, as if even space itself was about to be torn apart.

"How is that possible?!"

Fang Yan's pupils contracted sharply as he stared incredulously at the scene in the sky.

The "Starry Sky Fire Phoenix" formed by the combined efforts of the three of them was actually blocked by that lightning net!

"This lightning net... it actually contains lightning power of five different attributes, and it's devouring the Fire Phoenix's energy?!"

The Second Elder's face was pale, and his voice trembled slightly.

The Third Elder's eyes were filled with fear, and the thought of retreating had already begun to take root in his heart.

Xiao Bai stood behind the lightning net, his black robe fluttering, his gaze calm as still water.

"Not bad!" Xiao Bai nodded in satisfaction.

"I want this fire phoenix!"

He spoke calmly, then suddenly clenched his fist!

"receive!"

With a soft shout, the five-colored lightning net suddenly contracted, trapping the Fire Phoenix like a net from heaven and earth.

"Hey——!"

The fire phoenix let out a mournful cry and struggled frantically, but it could not break free from the lightning net's restraints.

"Refine!"

A glint flashed in Xiao Bai's eyes, and the multicolored lightning on the lightning net suddenly surged, transforming into countless tiny lightning snakes that burrowed into the Fire Phoenix's body.

"Hiss hiss hiss..."

The grayish-brown flames melted rapidly under the erosion of the lightning, and the Fire Phoenix shrank at a visible speed.

"No! Our Fire Phoenix!"

Fang Yan's eyes were bloodshot as he frantically channeled the remaining fighting spirit within his body, attempting to control the Fire Phoenix to launch a counterattack.

However, it was all too late.

In just a few breaths, the Fire Phoenix was completely shattered by the lightning.

It transformed into a pure, grayish-brown flame, hovering in the center of the lightning net.

"Thank you for the gift."

Xiao Bai smiled slightly and took a deep breath.

"Whoosh—"

The grayish-brown flame instantly transformed into a stream of light, which he swallowed.

"boom!"

As the flames entered his body, a violent energy surge erupted within Xiao Bai.

"He...he actually swallowed our flames?!"

The Third Elder's face turned ashen, his legs buckled, and he nearly fell from the sky.

"That monster is a monster!"

The Second Elder's voice trembled, and he completely lost his will to fight.

Fang Yan stared intently at Xiao Bai, her eyes filled with resentment and bitterness.

"Xiao Bai! My Demon Flame Valley will fight you to the death!"

He roared, then bit his tongue hard, spitting out a mouthful of blood.

"Blood Escape Technique!"

"Heh. Trying to escape?"

Xiao Bai raised an eyebrow, ignoring the fleeing Fang Yan. The rune between his eyebrows flashed with a ghostly light, and the entire Demon Flame Valley was instantly within his sensing range.

"This is interesting. I didn't expect this old demon to give me such a surprise!"

A moment later, the faint light on the rune between Xiao Bai's eyebrows gradually faded. He stroked his chin, and a playful smile appeared on his lips.

"My lord, what should we do with this man? Please advise!"

Just then, two figures, one in gold and one in silver, carrying a bag that looked like a dead dog, appeared beside Xiao Bai in a few flashes and asked respectfully.

After a moment of contemplation, Xiao Bai said in a low voice:

"Keep an eye on them, don't kill them yet, I'll need them later. Also, you two need to thoroughly clean up the core members of Demon Flame Valley later!"

Although the voice was calm, it was full of murderous intent.

"yes!"

The two elders, Jin and Yin, hurriedly bowed in response. Then, they exchanged a quick glance and silently mourned for the Demon Flame Valley.

This long-established power, which has stood in the Black Corner Region for hundreds of years, is likely to vanish into thin air today.

Deep within Demon Flame Valley, inside a pitch-black cave.

"This damned lightning is so tenacious! Even with my refined Dou Qi as a high-level Dou Zong, it's incredibly difficult to even budge it!"

The old demon sat cross-legged on the stone platform, surrounded by icy aura, as he tried his best to repair the injuries he had suffered from Xiao Bai the day before.

Suddenly, he looked up sharply towards the stone gate, his pupils shrinking!

"That aura...it's that kid?!"

"boom--!"

The stone gate to the cave exploded with a deafening roar, and a figure in black robes slowly stepped inside amidst the smoke and dust.

"Old Demon Demon, you actually dared to run back to your lair to recuperate? That's quite a surprise!"

Xiao Bai's gaze was icy, filled with murderous intent.

Seeing Xiao Bai emerge from the smoke and dust, the old demon's face darkened. He slowly rose and grinned maliciously:

"Youngster, do you really think I'm afraid of you? Since you're courting death, I'll make you perish here today!"

"Fallen?"

Xiao Bai stopped in the center of the cave. His black hair cascaded down his shoulders, and his jade-like face was framed by eyes that shone brightly, with faint flashes of lightning within them, making him mysterious and profound.

"With your current strength as a three-star Dou Zong? Or is it the hidden force behind you?"

"The Soul Palace is useless?"

Upon hearing this, the old demon's pupils suddenly contracted, and the sinister smile on his face instantly froze.

"How...how did you know?!"

Before the words were finished, a sinister and piercing laugh suddenly came from the shadows of the cave:

"Hehehe, it's been a long time since I've encountered such an arrogant junior. However, your senses are quite sharp. This protector is very interested in your soul!"

A dark shadow seeped out from the stone wall like smoke, gradually condensing into a human shape.

Beneath the black cloak, a face shrouded in black mist was revealed, with two eerie red lights emanating from it.

Xiao Bai's gaze sharpened slightly, then a mocking smile curved his lips:

"Three-Star Dou Zong!"

"Heh heh, you brat, did you think I wasn't prepared for your pursuit? You are indeed strong, but now that Protector Xuan and I have joined forces, two three-star Dou Zongs, no matter how heaven-defying you are, you will surely die today!"

The old demon let out a strange laugh, his face contorted with rage as he looked at Xiao Bai, a chilling glint of shame in his eyes.

The Soul Palace had previously approached him for cooperation, but he was wary and had not agreed.

After being seriously injured yesterday, he had no choice but to contact the Soul Palace and agree to a series of excessive demands in order to obtain their help.

I heard that he fought against a Dou Huang and ended up in such a state, and was even ridiculed by Protector Xuan.

The humiliation felt by a dignified seven-star Dou Zong being forced to ask for help by a six-star Dou Huang is unimaginable.

"Is that so?"

Xiao Bai smiled noncommittally, then flicked his robe, and a cloud of black mist billowed out:

"Where does the hawk come out?"

In the blink of an eye, the black mist transformed into a figure surrounded by swirling black mist.

Seeing this scene before them, the Earth Demon Old Ghost and Protector Xuan froze, their hearts pounding, staring at the eagle with disbelief.

"Is this... a guardian of the Soul Palace?"

After a moment of stunned silence, the old demon almost burst into a tirade of curses.

Damn it, this kid actually colluded with the Soul Palace, and he even has a protector with him. How are we supposed to fight him?

A hawk?

Protector Xuan glanced at the hawk, then at Xiao Bai, and his heart skipped a beat. Could this guy also be a collaborator of the Soul Palace?

He knew Wu Ying, and the latter held a higher position in the Soul Hall than him. He was a Human-level being, while Wu Ying was an Earth-level being!

"A vulture?!" Protector Xuan's voice trembled noticeably. "How did you end up here?"

The hawk slowly raised its head, and two scarlet dots flickered in the black mist:

"Xuanming, he is someone the Elder has chosen. Do you intend to kill him?"

A simple sentence sent a chill down Xuan's spine, causing him to immediately kneel on one knee:

"Xuanming was unaware of his connection to you, sir. Please forgive me!"

The old demon's face was so gloomy it was almost dripping with water. He never expected that the helper he had finally managed to get would become the other party's man in the blink of an eye!

Xiao Bai stood with his hands behind his back, a cold smile playing on his lips:

"Now, do you still think two three-star Dou Zong can stop me?"

The old demon's face turned deathly pale; he finally realized he had kicked a hornet's nest.

Judging from the conversation between the two from the Soul Hall, this young man seemed to have a very powerful background. No wonder he was so monstrous. He was immediately horrified and gritted his teeth, saying:

"If you spare my life, I am willing to offer up all the treasures of Demon Flame Valley!"

"At such an advanced age, she still lives with such naivety."

Xiao Bai shook his head and said calmly, "Kill you, and those treasures will still be mine!"

Upon hearing this, a glint of madness flashed in the eyes of the old demon, and he suddenly launched an attack:

"You little brat, go to hell!"

He formed a hand seal, and the temperature inside the cave plummeted. Countless ice spikes materialized out of thin air and shot towards Xiao Bai with a bone-chilling cold!

Xiao Bai remained still, watching quietly.

A moment later.

The patriarch of Demon Flame Valley, the Earth Demon Old Ghost, a Seven Star Dou Zong powerhouse.

gone!

The departure was hasty and unwilling.

Cause of death: He was ambushed and killed by Protector Xuan, whom he had invited.

"Duck, while it's still hot, quickly extract his soul!"

Looking at the old demon ghost lying dead on the ground, Xiao Bai had a sudden thought. This soul and body were good materials for making puppets, so he shouldn't waste them!

The eagle nodded, extended a hand shrouded in black mist like a ghostly claw, and yanked at the head of the old demon, pulling out a phantom soul that struggled to escape.

The soul's eyes were fixed on Xiao Bai, its face filled with intense bloodlust and resentment.

"Uh, young master, Xuanming was unaware of your identity, please don't be offended!" Protector Xuan cautiously stepped forward, his previous arrogance gone.

He didn't know what the relationship was between Xiao Bai and Elder Zun, but the Soul Palace had a strict hierarchy, and whatever the relationship was, it was something that a mere protector like him couldn't compare to.

As for doubt, with Wu Ying around, he didn't even have that thought in his mind.

I've never heard of a Soul Palace protector betraying the Soul Palace before.

After sealing the soul in the eagle's hand, Xiao Bai looked at the black mist figure in front of him with a smile, kind and amiable:

"No, no, we're all on the same side from now on!"

"To your own people. To yourself. To your spirit, to your soul?"

Relieved, Protector Xuan nodded in agreement when he suddenly felt a powerful force pressing down on him, and his expression changed drastically.

(End of this chapter)