Chapter 503: Killing Cang Xuan Yu with a Borrowed Knife

In the depths of Taiyin Shengdi, in the secret chamber of Elder Yin, after hearing the report from his subordinate, he paced alone, brows tightly knit, as if pondering some major scheme.

His eyes, like those of a vulture, occasionally flicked to the scroll hanging on the wall, which depicted a woman with exquisite features and an otherworldly demeanor—none other than the person he hated to the bone, Yuehua Xianzi.

A flicker of ruthlessness crossed Elder Yin's eyes; he knew Cang Xuan Yu's feelings for Yuehua Xianzi were deep, but now Yuehua Xianzi had become involved with Huang Daxian, which was undoubtedly a huge blow to Cang Xuan Yu.

Elder Yin's lips curled into a sinister smile; he decided to exploit this to provoke Cang Xuan Yu, intending to use a borrowed knife to kill.

After thinking this through, a cold smile appeared at the corner of his mouth; he then slowly walked out of the secret chamber and came to the square in the Taiyin Shengdi base where Cang Xuan Yu was imprisoned.

"Xuan Yu!"

"Do you know that your fiancée Yuehua Xianzi is now getting close to Huang Daxian? I hear they even cultivate together—truly enviable."

He deliberately raised his voice so that Xuan Yu could hear him clearly.

Although Xuan Yu had been somewhat appeased by Huang Daxian's words, upon hearing Elder Yin's words his face instantly turned ashen, and the anger in his heart erupted like a volcano, impossible to suppress.

He suddenly lifted his head and glared fiercely at Elder Yin: "Elder Yin, what do you mean by these words?"

Elder Yin feigned surprise, saying: "Oh, I thought you wouldn't care."

"It seems you still have Yuehua Xianzi in your heart."

"The affair between Yuehua Xianzi and Huang Daxian has spread throughout the Holy Land base; anyone who asks knows about it!"

"Alas, your sincere devotion has been wasted."

A flicker of pain crossed Xuan Yu's eyes; he knew Elder Yin's words were not baseless, yet he still refused to accept them.

"'Old thing, shut your mouth; if you dare speak again, I will cut you into a thousand pieces…'"

Upon hearing this, Elder Yin's face remained completely calm, and he took no offense.

He let out a cold laugh, cutting off Xuan Yu's words.

"'Xuan Yu, you are too naive.'"

"In the world of cultivation, the strong reign supreme; Huang Daxian is stronger than you, so it's only natural that Yuehua Xianzi chose him."

"Look at yourself—you've become a laughingstock of Tianji Shengyu, your reputation ruined; you're probably not even as good as a street rat!"

If I were Yuehua Xianzi, I would also know how to choose.

Xuan Yu felt as if his heart were being pricked by needles; he knew Elder Yin's words, though harsh, were true.

During this period, to eliminate those who ruined his reputation, he eradicated many forces and killed countless people, earning a notorious reputation far and wide.

Meanwhile, Huang Daxian's reputation only grew brighter.

Seeing Xuan Yu remain silent, Elder Yin continued: "Xuan Yu!"

"'If you are a man, you should go find Huang Daxian and take back what is rightfully yours.'"

"'Rather than wallowing in self-pity here and becoming a laughingstock.'"

A flicker of resolve appeared in Xuan Yu's eyes, and his voice low and firm: "Elder Yin, I know you are provoking."

But

"'Yuehua Xianzi is mine; Huang Daxian took her from me, and I will surely take her back.'"

Elder Yin's lips curled into a satisfied smile, knowing that Xuan Yu had taken the bait.

"'Xuan Yu, you have finally seen reason.'"

"'Rest assured, I, Elder Yin, will definitely support you.'"

"'Although Huang Daxian is strong, as long as we join forces we will surely defeat him.'"

Xuan Yu nodded, his resolve already set; he would surely break free of his bonds and go find Huang Daxian to take back Yuehua Xianzi.

His eyes flashed with determined light, his whole body actually surged, and seeing this, Elder Yin unintentionally shot two sharp beams from his palm.

"Boom—"

The iron chains binding Xuan Yu's body shattered instantly, and he immediately regained his freedom.

Elder Yin watched Xuan Yu's retreating back, his smile growing more sinister.

As long as Xuan Yu and Huang Daxian clash, regardless of the outcome, he can profit from it as the fisherman.

When Huang Daxian left the square, Xuan Yu had already ascertained his whereabouts.

After regaining freedom, he seized a fellow disciple of Taiyin Shengdi, threatened him slightly, and soon flew to the front of Huang Daxian's cultivation chamber.

He took a deep breath, then kicked open the door of Huang Daxian's cultivation chamber.

Huang Daxian had been meditating; hearing the disturbance, he slowly opened his eyes.

"'Xuan Yu, why are you coming here to cause trouble again?' Huang Daxian's voice sounded calm."

Not long ago, he came to the Taiyin Shengdi square, had already clarified some matters with Xuan Yu, and by taking advantage of the opportunity, he had caused Xuan Yu's Dao heart to collapse, leaving him decadent, regretting his actions, and long devoid of any fighting spirit.

Just after Huang Daxian had left, Xuan Yu followed the scent here, and moreover he was extremely furious—why is that?

Xuan Yu stared at Huang Daxian, his voice utterly cold.

"'Huang Daxian, you took my fiancée Yuehua Xianzi; today I challenge you to take back everything that is mine.'"

Huang Daxian's brows furrowed slightly; he did not want to clash with Xuan Yu, but seeing the determination in Xuan Yu's eyes, he knew the battle could not be avoided.

"'Xuan Yu, Yuehua Xianzi's choice is her own decision; I respect her decision.'"

"'If you want to challenge, I accept.'"

"'But I hope that, regardless of the outcome, you will respect Yuehua Xianzi's decision.' Huang Daxian's voice carried an indisputable firmness."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Yu let out a cold snort.

"'Stop pretending innocence here; today I will make you know that Yuehua Xianzi belongs to me.'"

A tremendous battle was about to erupt, and the entire Taiyin Shengdi trembled from this fight.

Elder Yin stood afar, watching the two fight, his smile growing ever more sinister.

The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind!

The result he wanted was about to appear.

On the cold peak of Taiyin Shengdi, the confrontation between Cang Xuan Yu and Huang Daxian was like a catastrophe between heaven and earth, drawing the gaze of countless cultivators.

Cang Xuan Yu stood in the void, emitting a freezing chill, as if merging with the surrounding Taiyin spiritual qi.

His eyes flashed with a determined and cold light, fighting with all his might.

Huang Daxian likewise wore a solemn expression.

He held a long blade that glowed with a faint light, its body covered in strange runes that emitted a terrifying power.

Seeing this, Cang Xuan Yu showed no weakness, spewing forth a dark long spear; this spear was no ordinary weapon, forged from Profound Yin Stone he gathered from the Taiyin realm, combined with countless yin-cold forces, and refined over a hundred years.

As the spear appeared, the surrounding temperature plummeted; moisture in the air instantly condensed into ice, and a thin layer of frost formed on the ground.

The spear coiled like a dragon, wrapped in terrifying Taiyin cold force; even its tip bore the phantom of a yin-cold spirit, as if a frost dragon from the Nine Netherworlds, bearing endless icy destructive power, surged straight at Huang Daxian.

Huang Daxian would not yield; a strong murderous aura burst from his body, his long blade sweeping outward, imitating Taiyin cold force with the murderous ghost power from the Myriad Soul Banner within him, entangling in combat.

"Boom—"

The Myriad Soul Banner was Huang Daxian's supreme treasure, sealing countless ferocious souls; now he deployed it, forming strands of sinister extreme yin cold force to counter Cang Xuan Yu's Taiyin cold force.

The two powerhouses' attacks collided in midair, erupting in successive earth-shaking booms.

Taiyin cold force and murderous ghost power intertwined, forming a terrifying energy storm that swept across the entire battlefield.

The watching cultivators all retreated, their faces showing shock; such power exceeded their imagination.

Seeing this, Cang Xuan Yu formed hand seals and chanted, invoking the Taiyin Seal Divine Spear.

The spear traced profound arcs in the air, each trail containing endless chill, as if seeking to freeze the whole world.

Layers of spear shadows fell like a great net, enveloping Huang Daxian.

Huang Daxian's face grew grave; knowing Cang Xuan Yu's strike was no trifle, he dared not be careless in the slightest.

His Myriad Soul Banner spun wildly; the light on his blade grew brighter, finally forming a huge black pillar of light that blasted toward Cang Xuan Yu's spear shadow.

"Boom—rumble!"

With a tremendous bang, spear shadow and blade light collided, producing a massive explosion.

The whole battlefield was shaken by this force; huge cracks split the ground, and surrounding rocks were shattered into dust.

Neither Cang Xuan Yu nor Huang Daxian retreated; their eyes flashed with resolve as they continued to unleash their respective arts.

Cang Xuan Yu's spear seemed alive, constantly shifting its attacks—sometimes like a mad dragon leaping into the sea, sometimes like a venomous snake flicking its tongue, leaving no opening to defend.

Huang Daxian pushed the Myriad Soul Banner's power to the extreme; the murderous ghost power on his blade grew stronger, each strike carrying the power to destroy everything.

His swordplay was wide and sweeping, each blow seeming to cleave heaven and earth.

Their battle grew ever fiercer, divine abilities and techniques unfolding endlessly, leaving the watching cultivators gaping.

They had never seen such a fierce battle; each strike could annihilate a cultivator of the same rank.

As the battle wore on, Cang Xuan Yu soon felt the pressure mounting.

Huang Daxian's Myriad Soul Banner was truly eerie; its murderous ghost power seemed endless, preventing his Taiyin cold force from being fully exerted.

Huang Daxian grew braver with the fight; bloody red patterns began to appear on his blade, the ferocious souls within the Myriad Soul Banner continually bolstering his strength.

His swordplay became even more savage, each strike carrying an unstoppable momentum.

"Bang—"

In a fierce exchange, Huang Daxian's blade broke through Cang Xuan Yu's defense, leaving a deep wound in his chest.

Cang Xuan Yu's face turned pale; his spear drooped helplessly, a flicker of unwillingness crossing his eyes.

Huang Daxian sheathed his blade; his body was also covered in wounds, clearly this battle had drained him of much vital energy.

He looked at Cang Xuan Yu and spoke slowly.

"Cang Xuan Yu, you have done your best. I have won this battle."

A flash of pain crossed Cang Xuan Yu's eyes, yet he finally nodded.

"Huang Daxian, you have won.

I admit, I am inferior to you."

Upon hearing this, Huang Daxian did not strike a killing blow; instead he walked to Cang Xuan Yu's side, extended his hand, and said, "Cang Xuan Yu, rise.

"I know the pain in your heart, but true strength is not proven by slaughter."

Cang Xuan Yu gazed at Huang Daxian's outstretched hand, a complex flicker in his eyes.

He knew Huang Daxian's words were right, yet his heart remained filled with reluctance.

"Huang Daxian, I will not easily give up.

One day I will become stronger and challenge you again."

Cang Xuan Yu's voice carried a hint of resolve.

Huang Daxian nodded, saying, "I hope our next meeting will not be as enemies."

Elder Yin stood afar, his gloomy gaze fixed on Cang Xuan Yu.

Yet Huang Daxian did not die on the battlefield—this was not the outcome he desired.

His mind raced, forming a vicious plan.

This was an excellent opportunity to eliminate Cang Xuan Yu in one fell swoop, pin the blame on Huang Daxian, and thus stir up hatred between the Cang clan and Huang Daxian.

Elder Yin gently rubbed his storage ring, quietly taking out a dark‑red talisman paper adorned with strange runes that emitted a faint black aura.

Such talisman paper is refined from the blood and souls of countless beings, containing intense resentment and cursing power.

This mysterious and forbidden death‑dealing art, though ancient and evil, can silently take a cultivator's life.

"What the heck, Du Li Xi seeks Sa..."

Elder Yin began to chant the incantation in a low, hoarse voice, as if from the Nine Netherworlds Hell.

As the chant proceeded, the surrounding air grew cold, an ominous aura spreading through the area.

Elder Yin bit his finger, smeared the blood on the talisman, and the runes instantly flared with an eerie red light, writhing as if alive.

The cultivators watching the battle did not notice this scene; their attention was all focused on Huang Daxian and Cang Xuan Yu.

Yin Elder took the opportunity to throw the talisman paper at Cang Xuan Yu; the paper turned into a red light in midair and instantly entered Cang Xuan Yu's body.

Cang Xuan Yu's body suddenly began to convulse violently, his face showing an expression of extreme agony, yet he could not make any sound.

A dark force rapidly spread within his body, devouring his vitality.

In just a few breaths, Cang Xuan Yu's body stopped convulsing, and the flame of his life was completely extinguished.

The cultivators watching the battle were shocked by this sudden change, their gazes all turning to Huang Daxian, believing he had struck and killed Cang Xuan Yu.

For a moment, the square filled with exclamations and discussion.

"Huang Daxian actually really went for the kill!"

"The Cang family's standing in Taiyin Shengdi is crucial; they will surely not let this slide!"

"Huang Daxian is in big trouble now; he's finished!"

The cultivators' worries are not without reason.

As one of the ruling families of Taiyin Shengdi, the Cang family's power is unfathomable, with experts as numerous as clouds.

As the Cang family's heaven‑chosen prodigy, his death will surely provoke the Cang family's fury, and Huang Daxian will face an unprecedented crisis.

Huang Daxian was also stunned by this sudden turn, hurriedly checked Cang Xuan Yu's body, but found he had no vitality left.

Huang Daxian's mind was filled with doubt; he could be certain he had not dealt the killing blow, and Cang Xuan Yu's death was certainly not his doing.

"This wasn't me." Huang Daxian's voice carried a hint of helplessness and anxiety, "Cang Xuan Yu may have lost, but I did not take his life."

However, the cultivators did not believe Huang Daxian's words, thinking this was his excuse.

For a moment, the atmosphere on Han Peak grew tense, as some Cang family cultivators began to gather, preparing to avenge Cang Xuan Yu.

Yin Elder blended into the crowd, his face showing a smug smile.

Cang Xuan Yu died, and Huang Daxian became the target of everyone's anger.

He believed the Cang family would certainly not let Huang Daxian off, while he himself could reap the benefits as the fisherman.

Huang Daxian's mind was filled with worry; he knew he now had to find a way to prove his innocence, otherwise he would face the Cang family's endless pursuit.

He began to recall every detail of the battle, trying to uncover the true cause of Cang Xuan Yu's death.

"Wait, just now there seemed to be a red light…" Huang Daxian's heart stirred, as if he had grasped a clue, "What is it? Could it be…"

Huang Daxian's gaze swept across the crowd and finally settled on Yin Elder.

He remembered that after the battle ended, Yin Elder's expression seemed somewhat unnatural.

A strong suspicion welled up in Huang Daxian's heart, and he decided to confront Yin Elder for clarification.

Yin Elder felt Huang Daxian's gaze, his heart jolted, and he quickly lowered his head, trying to avoid Huang Daxian's eyes.

His heart began to flutter with unease, worried that his scheme might be seen through by Huang Daxian.

Huang Daxian walked up to Yin Elder, his eyes like torches: "Yin Elder, did you notice anything abnormal during the battle just now?"

Yin Elder's heart tightened, he feigned calm and said: "Abnormal? No, Huang Daxian, what do you mean?"

Huang Daxian stared into Yin Elder's eyes, trying to see any flaw: "Really none?"

"I clearly saw a red light…"

Yin Elder's heart panicked, he hurriedly interrupted Huang Daxian: "Huang Daxian, now is not the time to discuss this."

"You killed Cang Xuan Yu; the Cang family will not let you go. You'd better think about how to deal with the Cang family's wrath."

A flash of determination crossed Huang Daxian's eyes: "I did not kill Cang Xuan Yu; I will surely find the true culprit and clear my name."

Yin Elder's heart sank; he knew Huang Daxian was not an easy opponent.

Therefore he decided to take action, to completely eliminate Huang Daxian and prevent future trouble.

In the days that followed, Huang Daxian began investigating everywhere, trying to uncover the truth behind Cang Xuan Yu's death.

Meanwhile, Yin Elder secretly plotted a new scheme, trying to put Huang Daxian in a deadly situation.

The atmosphere in Taiyin Shengdi grew increasingly tense, a greater storm looming.

The cultivators' worries were not unfounded; upon hearing the news of Cang Xuan Yu's death, the Cang family indeed flew into a rage.

The elders of the Cang family all sprang into action, beginning to investigate this matter.

They swore to find the true culprit and avenge Cang Xuan Yu.

Huang Daxian became the target of everyone's anger, and his life was greatly affected.

His friends began to distance themselves from him, while his enemies lurked in the shadows, eager to strike.

Huang Daxian's situation became perilous.

However, Huang Daxian did not give up; firmly believing in his innocence, he began covertly investigating Yin Elder, seeking evidence of his use of the curse‑killing method.

He knew this would be a difficult battle, but he had already made preparations.

In the days that followed, the struggle between Huang Daxian and Yin Elder grew ever fiercer.

Their conflict drew in more and more cultivators, making the situation in Taiyin Shengdi ever more complex; and the truth, too, gradually surfaced in this struggle.

As the investigation deepened, Huang Daxian gradually uncovered Yin Elder's plot.

He found some key evidence proving that Yin Elder was the true perpetrator who used the curse‑killing method.

Huang Daxian decided to make this evidence public to clear his name.

At an elder meeting of Taiyin Shengdi, Huang Daxian, before all the elders, exposed Yin Elder's crimes.

He presented that evidence, allowing all the elders to see Yin Elder's true colors.

Yin Elder's face turned pale; he had not expected Huang Daxian to actually find such evidence.

His plan completely failed, and he will face severe punishment from Taiyin Shengdi.

After learning the truth, the Cang family's elders expressed their apologies to Huang Daxian.

They admitted their mistake and promised to restore Huang Daxian's reputation.

Huang Daxian's reputation was restored, but he didn't feel much joy.

The conflicts of the cultivation world never cease; one must stay constantly vigilant to survive in this world fraught with danger and intrigue.

The turmoil sparked by Elder Yin's intrigue eventually subsided, yet the relationship between Huang Daxian and the Cang Clan underwent a subtle change.

They began to realize that the true enemy was not each other, but the conspirators lurking in the shadows.

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi also drew lessons from this incident, becoming more vigilant against seemingly minor conspiracies and tricks.

They knew that in this mysterious cultivation world, only by staying constantly vigilant could they protect their lives and dignity.

Elder Yin's defeat also sounded a warning bell for all cultivators.

They realized that cultivators should pursue the Great Way of Longevity, not fleeting grudges and emotions.

They began to focus more on cultivation, seeking higher realms, rather than getting caught up in endless conflict and scheming.