Chapter 2009 - 1874: Explanation, Also a Warning

Chapter 2009: Chapter 1874: Explanation, Also a Warning

In the moment when life reached its end, whether Pang Shitong felt regret or reluctance, it no longer mattered.

Once the decision to stand opposed was made, the outcome was already destined!

The entire Ancient City was shrouded in a layer of gloom, many hearts filled with anxiety, fearing that Ye Fan would unleash a massacre!

Clearly, at this moment, there was no one left in the Ancient City who could stop him.

If he truly was a spy from the Demon Clan, how could he pass up such an opportunity?

The whole Ancient City held tens of thousands of people, mostly cultivators, along with some trialists who stayed with hopeful hearts, not leaving.

If Ye Fan started a slaughter, it would be a calamity, and who knows how many people would still see the sun tomorrow.

Many eyes turned toward Ye Fan in the sky, filled with fear and unease.

Ye Fan struggled to extinguish the burning Divine Soul and Divine Power, only to discover that the Holy Embryo was gone, and the entire Dantian had transformed into a Tai Chi Diagram, slowly rotating, surrounded by eight elemental runes forming a Bagua pattern.

Tai Chi Bagua!

Ye Fan was stunned!

He never expected that burning the Holy Embryo so thoroughly would yield such a result.

As a Huaxia person, he was naturally very knowledgeable about Huaxia’s ancient culture.

Especially his master, Evil Emperor Chu Xuanji, who was quite eclectic and well-versed in various fields, including legends and ancient texts.

During his childhood, he had memorized classics like "The Book of Changes" and Zhuangzi’s "Carefree Travel".

Wuji gives rise to Tai Chi, Tai Chi gives rise to Two Realms, Two Realms give rise to Four Symbols, Four Symbols give rise to Bagua.

Yet in his Dantian appeared the shape of Tai Chi Bagua—how could he not be shocked?

With a thought, Ye Fan saw that in his Dantian, the Heaven and Earth Tao Markings disappeared, completely merging into the Tai Chi Bagua.

The Holy Embryo Illusion in the 360 acupoints around his body vanished, replaced by small vortex-like Tai Chi Diagrams, with Life and Death Qi chasing each other like Yin Yang Fish.

"Buzz!"

His sea of consciousness gained something—marks from the previous Holy Embryo Illusion flashed like a montage in his mind.

"This is..."

Ye Fan was astounded!

In his mind, the marks of the Holy Embryo Illusion clearly were a Heavenly Martial Technique!

Previously, he didn’t pay much attention, but now it was apparent—it was a Heavenly Martial Technique!

Standing in the void, Ye Fan remained unmoving for a long time like a statue, except his eyes reflected the sun, moon, and stars as they flickered in and out.

He cross-referenced the martial skill from the Holy Embryo Illusion with his self-created Life and Death Reincarnation Fist, and after some adjustments, he confirmed the profound meaning of the Life and Death Reincarnation Fist!

This was a great opportunity!

Relying on the Heavenly Martial Technique, he completed all the moves of the Life and Death Reincarnation Fist, his first self-created boxing style, and the strongest one.

Pang Shitong was dead, but left behind many treasures, an unexpected boon for Ye Fan.

As a law enforcer on the Human Clan’s Ancient Star Path, he was not an obedient enforcer, having killed and seized treasures multiple times to amass significant wealth.

Now, all of it fell into Ye Fan’s hands.

He took a Jade Bottle, opened the stopper, and a rich Life Essence Energy surged out—it was actually a bottle of Divine Liquid!

Ye Fan drank three gulps without hesitation, and Essence Qi surged throughout him, quickly replenishing his depleted Divine Power!

"Boom..."

A vigorous surge of vitality shot through the sky like a dragon, and Essence Qi spurted from every pore, healing dark injuries instantly.

At this moment, Ye Fan felt an urge to roar at the heavens!

He believed that if he fought Pang Shitong again, even without burning the Holy Embryo and Divine Soul, he would not be as embarrassed as before.

Finally, he retracted his aura and arrived above the City Lord Mansion, raising his hand to cast a seal, completely sealing the City Lord Mansion to prevent those with ill intentions from intruding.

"You fear not!"

Ye Fan gazed down at the city’s cultivators and civilians, his voice carrying central justice and peace, like a spring breeze, sweeping through the Ancient City.

"Today, I reiterate—I am not a spy from the Demon Clan, but a genuine member of the Human Race. As for why I possess Life and Death Qi, honestly, I don’t know myself and cannot provide you an answer."

Following his voice, more people gathered around the City Lord Mansion, but none spoke.

At this point, they somewhat believed Ye Fan’s words. If he were a spy from the Demon Clan, he could simply slaughter everyone—there was no need for idle chatter.

"I am not a Demon Clan member, but that doesn’t mean there are no Demon Clan spies among us on the Human Clan’s Ancient Star Path..."

Ye Fan said solemnly, briefly explaining how Demon Clan spies infiltrated the Human Clan’s Ancient Star Path and murdered human geniuses. He then declared: "Nine Demon Clan spies infiltrated our Ancient Road; I’ve already killed three. Soon, I will take their Divine Souls to the Eighty-One Cities. During this period, should anyone attack me indiscriminately, I won’t hesitate to retaliate!"

This was an explanation, and also a warning!

As he always stated, he didn’t wish to kill, but if forced, he would never hesitate!

Being bullied without fighting back was not his character!

Ultimately, Ye Fan investigated the Ancient Star of Life below, obtaining some primordial laws of this world.

Then, with no further attachment, he left the Ancient City, disappearing into the vast Star Domain along the Ancient Star Path.

As more cultivators hit the road, news spread swiftly of Ye Fan’s decisive defeat of law enforcer Pang Shitong and others on the Human Clan’s Ancient Star Path.

Five elderly Saint Lord Level strong figures had fallen, including a law enforcer who broke through to the Late-stage Venerable Realm!

This was like a storm, sweeping through the Ancient Star Road, causing a great sensation among the Human Clan’s Ancient Star Path.

Whether human or Demon Clan, all were shocked!

Many realized that Ye Fan had risen, and none below the Peak of Venerable Realm could suppress him any longer.

"Could it be that he’s truly not from the Demon Clan?"

After learning that Ye Fan hadn’t engaged in a killing spree, many began to reconsider!

Of course, some remained adamant that Ye Fan was merely putting on a show, trying to cover up!

On the Xing Kong Gu Road, people were debating endlessly, with varying opinions leading to some intense fights.

No matter what, things have taken a turn for the better.

Controversy is better than having everyone on one side!

This indicates that Ye Fan’s words have had some impact; people have started hesitating.

"This kid is simply not human!"

In the depths of the Xing Kong Gu Road, Bai Yan wolf, rebellious Dragon, and Peacock also got wind of the news, leaving them dumbfounded, ultimately causing Bai Yan wolf to exclaim.

"So impressive! Five Venerable Saints! That’s an absolute kill; who would’ve thought this kid could turn the tide!" the Golden Divine Dragon also remarked.

"If he didn’t have such combat power, then he’s not worthy of being my master."

Peacock coolly stated.

Regarding Ye Fan’s achievements, it was equally shocked, but in front of its two followers, it had to put on an act.

"Tch!"

Bai Yan wolf and rebellious Dragon both showed it disdain, expressing severe contempt!

"You two looking for a beating?"

Peacock lowered its head, revealing three black lines, ominously clasped its palms together, emitting a cracking sound, showing a strong inclination for violence.

"Boss, don’t misunderstand, that was an illusion just now!"

The two unruly ones were startled, quickly trying to appease, afraid Peacock would take the chance to train them!

Frequently, Peacock would train them under the guise of battle to help them grow stronger, much to their misery.

This turmoil is significant, and it’s unclear when things might calm down.

Deep within the Xing Kong Gu Road, Li Yu’er and others heard some rumors, shocked beyond compare!

Since Yue Haoyu returned, they were already sure that Ye Fan wasn’t some Demon Clan spy, and now upon hearing of his battle feats, they were all astounded.

However, they simultaneously felt worried for Ye Fan in their hearts!

Undoubtedly, after this battle, Ye Fan made a name for himself, even those considered the strongest on the Xing Kong Gu Road probably wouldn’t have such achievements.

However, this also pushed him to the forefront of controversy; having slain the Law Enforcers on the Xing Kong Gu Road, it would be harder to prove his innocence, and no one would believe him!

"What has he gone through all these years? How has he become so powerful?"

The Great Demon lamented.

He believed himself to be very strong, aside from the Emperor’s son, he could stand proud on the Xing Kong Gu Road.

However--

Compared to Ye Fan’s achievements, he was far behind!

"So formidable, five Venerable Saint-level powerhouses! To kill them just like that!"

They exclaimed in awe!

The Xing Kong Gu Road is fraught with challenges, strong power is important, but not absolute; once other Law Enforcers find out, they will join forces to annihilate him, putting Ye Fan in a precarious situation!

However, they weren’t too concerned, as Yue Haoyu mentioned, Ye Fan possesses a secret technique that can change his appearance and aura at will, making it not so easy for them to find him.

...

On the Xing Kong Gu Road, there are few Ancient Stars of Life, with many being silent Dead Stars, devoid of any signs of life.

On a desolate Ancient Star, a Divine Light descended, Tongtong appeared like the Nine Heavens Holy Woman, her divine consciousness sweeping across the entire Ancient Star.

After separating from Ye Fan, she and Bai Yan wolf, rebellious Dragon, Peacock did not travel together for long and eventually parted ways.

"Buzz!"

On the desolate Ancient Star, another divine consciousness surged like a vast ocean, colliding with hers.

"Tongtong?"

The person exclaimed joyfully, swiftly flying towards Tongtong’s location, emanating intense Golden Light.

This person was none other than the Divine Race’s Heavenly Pride, Jiang Kuang, who first spread the news that Ye Fan was a Demon Clan spy to the Xuan Realm!

"Did you hear? That Ye person committed heinous killings in the Human Clan’s Tenth City, slaying four Human Clan Venerable Saint-level powerhouses and the Law Enforcers on the Xing Kong Gu Road, undoubtedly confirming his identity as a Demon Clan spy."

Jiang Kuang expressed his excitement to Tongtong, failing to notice her growing disgruntled expression.

"Are you done yet?"

Unable to listen any longer, Tongtong interrupted him with a sharp reprimand.

"What do you mean? Do you still not believe that Ye is a Demon Clan spy?" Jiang Kuang paused, asking in confusion.

"With his strength, if he truly was from the Demon Clan, do you think you’d be alive right now? Would you have been able to spread the news?" Tongtong retorted.

"This..."

Jiang Kuang’s face turned red, at a loss for words.

Facts speak louder than anything, clearly, if Ye Fan truly was a Demon Clan spy, he wouldn’t have left alive, let alone spread the news.

However, he didn’t want to admit it.

"Regardless of whether he’s a Demon Clan spy or not, having killed the Law Enforcers, he’ll never clear his name, destined to die on the Xing Kong Gu Road!" Jiang Kuang responded defiantly.

Tongtong remained silent, a deep worry flashing through her gaze.