NOVPUBChapter 848 -748 The Final Battle of Ling Weiyang
But before that, he had one more thing to do, something that had to be done, and that was to kill Ling Weiyang. Because his strength was slightly weaker than that person’s, he could arrive here a bit earlier, and this time difference was crucial for him. It was almost certain that when that person descended, he would also need a host, and that person’s host should be Hou Yi. As an Ancestral Witch, the strength of Hou Yi’s body was most suitable. Of course, the body of an Ancestral Witch was still weaker compared to the Golden Holy Dragon of the Dragon Emperor, which is why that person later had Zhu Bajie kidnap the Dragon Emperor. Unfortunately, all of this had already been anticipated by Zhibei, leading to Tang Sanzang sealing the Dragon Emperor and then eradicating Hou Yi.
Besides Hou Yi and the Dragon Emperor, the most suitable candidates for descent were Sun Wukong, Xi Zhao, and Ling Weiyang. These three could be said to be the strongest three cultivators in this Fang Universe at the moment, so the Pioneer needed to eliminate them before completing his perfect resurrection to prevent that person from descending here. As long as the Pioneer could successfully complete the perfect resurrection, he would reach the end of the Supreme Path. However, Sun Wukong had already fused with the first and second Three Spirits Flower, so Sun Wukong couldn’t die, and Sun Wukong was now the most suitable person for the Pioneer’s reincarnation.
Moreover, since both Sun Wukong and Xi Zhao had eaten the Netherworld Fortuity Fruit before, Xi Zhao couldn’t die either. In this way, the only one the Pioneer could take action to kill was Ling Weiyang. As long as Ling Weiyang was dead, and Xi Zhao was refined, that would be the final step for erasing Sun Wukong’s memory and achieving the perfect resurrection, marking the day when he would reign supreme. Glancing at Sun Wukong, then at Xi Zhao and Ling Weiyang, the Pioneer suddenly smiled. “Although there have been many changes in my plan, it’s fine as long as the final result is correct. So, Ling Weiyang, do you want to leave any last words? I’ve heard that your Myriad Demon Nation is currently under siege!”
The Pioneer had barely finished speaking when Ling Weiyang’s face changed dramatically. Ling Weiyang was a formidable hero, not only possessing powerful abilities but also a cunning mind willing to use any means to achieve his goals. However, this did not mean that Ling Weiyang’s blood was cold. In his heart, there were many important individuals, such as the Nine Kirin and the Five Demon Gods, and the Myriad Demons Country was Ling Weiyang’s untouchable reverse scale. Although he knew that there were forces attacking the Myriad Demons Country earlier, he wasn’t worried, as being one of the Six Great Divine Nations, the Myriad Demons Country had its own foundations and wasn’t easy to attack.
But now, if the attack on the Myriad Demons Country was orchestrated by the Pioneer, everything would be different. It was quite possible that the Myriad Demons Country could really be defeated, and at that time, Ling Weiyang would truly be alone. As Ling Weiyang contemplated the possible destruction of the Myriad Demons Country and where he would go, he seethed with rage. The Pioneer moved just then, his speed seemingly slow as if he were strolling idly, but the attack launched with this seemingly slow speed left Ling Weiyang no time to block. However, although Ling Weiyang couldn’t block it in time, his Demon Emperor Halberd reacted instantly.
The Pioneer’s figure instantly appeared in front of Ling Weiyang, extending a finger, though it was blocked by the Demon Emperor Halberd. The finger struck the sharp body of the Halberd, producing a crisp ringing sound that reverberated. Failing to hit his target, the Pioneer returned to his original position. At this moment, Ling Weiyang had grasped the still-vibrating Demon Emperor Halberd, glaring angrily at the Pioneer. “Despicable! I never thought someone like you would resort to such petty tricks! You’ve truly squandered the reverence you held for millions of years!” The Pioneer, however, showed no anger at Ling Weiyang’s words. Instead, he looked at his blood-oozing fingertip and marveled, “No wonder it was the divine weapon that slew the Underworld Venerate, it’s truly sharp.”
“You shameless wretch, how dare you sneak attack? I truly don’t understand how someone like you became a god in this universe.” Before Ling Weiyang could say anything, one of the Nine Kirin, the Bloodthirsty Kirin Miehuang standing behind him, couldn’t help but curse angrily. The Pioneer was initially grinning, but his expression instantly turned cold and hideous when Miehuang spoke. “Insect, do you think there’s a place for you to speak here? Don’t you know that speaking out of turn comes with a price?” With that, the Pioneer’s figure flickered, becoming momentarily illusory before returning to normal. However, looking at Miehuang again, a bloody hole had appeared on his forehead where there hadn’t been one before.
Ling Weiyang’s pupils dilated instantly. He didn’t expect that a single angry outburst would lead to Miehuang’s death, and he never expected the Pioneer to be so shameless, resorting to another sneak attack after failing initially. For the grand Pioneer of the universe to stoop so low? Turning to see the once towering Miehuang falling, feeling the life force draining from his body, Ling Weiyang clenched his teeth so hard they nearly shattered. The Nine Kirin had grown up together with Ling Weiyang. Although they were not much younger than him, Ling Weiyang always regarded them as his sons. Now, right before his eyes, Miehuang had been killed so easily, without even a moment for Ling Weiyang to react. This was a severe insult to him. “Stars, take care of Miehuang’s body, and you all step back. This guy, I’ll deal with him myself!”
Ling Weiyang’s voice seemed to emerge from the depths of Nine Serenities, chilling yet filled with killing intent. He then shouted, “Everyone present, listen up! Whether you are my friend or foe, today, I ask for your respect. In the upcoming battle with the Pioneer, do not interfere, or my Kirin Clan will see you as a mortal enemy. Nine Kirin, you are also not to interfere.” After speaking, Ling Weiyang focused his gaze entirely on the Pioneer.
The Pioneer was stunned at first, then suddenly burst into laughter. “Ling Weiyang, have you lost your mind? Who do you think you are? Killing me? You’re too naive. Let me tell you, even your ancestor, the last-generation Purple Gold Stars Kirin, was slain by me. You, haha, this is truly amusing. Is the Kirin Clan this foolish?” However, the Pioneer’s laughter was abruptly interrupted by a very old voice.
“If it weren’t for your despicable means, how could the Kirin have died? Moreover, you caused the death of the Ancestor Demon. Pioneer, you have committed too many sins already.” As the ancient voice echoed, a figure suddenly appeared on a not very high mountaintop. In the next moment, that figure appeared before the Pioneer, standing up to him. This man was none other than the Dragon Ancestor of the Canglan Water Realm.
The Pioneer was obviously surprised, but after a moment’s look, his laughter grew louder. “Well, if it isn’t you, old one. I didn’t expect you to still be alive. What, coming to avenge your two brothers today? Seeing you so old, I almost don’t have the heart to act. During that battle all those years ago, you three were indeed formidable, but too foolish. Only you were slightly smarter, otherwise, you would have been dead long ago!”
Dragon Ancestor, Ancestor Demon, Beast Ancestor, the three of them were the three saints of the Demon Clan, leading the Demon Clan to countless glories before the battle in ancient times. In that battle, the three of them once joined forces to besiege the Underworld Venerate but were ultimately plotted against by the Pioneer using nine Elixir Spirit Pills. If it weren’t for the swift escape of Dragon Ancestor, he would have perished as well. The Pioneer orchestrated their deaths out of fear that after his own death, the three of them might take his place by leading the Demon Clan. Their existence posed a significant threat to him. After that incident, Dragon Ancestor understood the Pioneer’s intentions, leading the two branches of the Dragon Race, the Law Dragon and the Martial Dragon, far away. Only after countless efforts did they establish the Canglan Water Realm. Therefore, the Canglan Water Realm was originally part of the Demon Clan’s territory.
“You were despicable and shameless back then, and after a million years, you haven’t changed at all, even sneaking up on a junior. Whether for revenge or to buy some time for these young ones, today, even if I lose this old life, I will make you understand what it means for a dragon to have reverse scales, and to touch them is to die! Little Kirin over there, I remember you need some time to evolve into the final form of the Purple Gold Kirin, right? Don’t worry, I’ll buy you that time.” Ling Weiyang still wanted to say something, but a voice suddenly appeared in his mind, belonging to the old Kirin. “This is my last remaining consciousness, just to see the old dragon one last time. Weiyang. Do not refuse.”
Ling Weiyang, who was initially about to say something, held back his words. Looking at the old figure, he nodded. Then he sat cross-legged and began preparing for evolution. The Purple Gold Kirin has three chances in a lifetime to evolve into the Purple Gold Stars Kirin. Ling Weiyang had used two of these chances before, although the second attempt failed when the Rogue Heart Sword Hero snatched away the Power of the Stars. This time marked his final evolution, the ultimate one, as he now possessed the Purple Gold Stars power inherited from the old Kirin. He only needed to induce and completely fuse it once more, at which point he would become the most powerful Purple Gold Stars Kirin of the Kirin Clan.
The others present also understood that a great battle was imminent, and due to Ling Weiyang’s words, no one intervened. Whether it was Sun Wukong, Xi Zhao, or the other Domain Lords, they all ceased fighting, finding a suitable place to witness this super battle firsthand. Half of the people present were Ling Weiyang’s enemies, the other half his subordinates, but no one intended to interfere at this moment. Whether enemy or ally, in the face of one determined to fight to the death for his subordinates, even pity would be an insult.
This was a very peculiar emotion.
“Ling Weiyang, finish him off. Our battle isn’t over yet!” Sun Wukong stared at the cross-legged Ling Weiyang and said thus! (To be continued. If you like this work, please go to Qidian (qidian.com) and vote for it, your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)
