[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-inverse-sword-mad-god":3,"chapter-inverse-sword-mad-god-inverse-sword-mad-god-chapter-243":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Inverse Sword Mad God",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1425194,1881,"Chapter 243 - 243 242 The Curtain Falls Number One in the Three Kingdoms!","inverse-sword-mad-god-chapter-243",243,"\u003Cp>243: Chapter 242: The Curtain Falls, Number One in the Three Kingdoms!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>243: Chapter 242: The Curtain Falls, Number One in the Three Kingdoms!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long while, exclamations of shock finally erupted from the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What a terrifying strike; it almost obliterated my mind and spirit!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Damn, how could there be such a horrifying attack!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is he really just a Spirit Sea Realm Martial Artist?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Senior Sister Yu lost, this is impossible!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I must be dreaming, somebody wake me up!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples from Rain Country cried out loudly, unwilling to believe that their goddess could be defeated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the reality lay before them, and despite their hearts aching greatly, they could only accept it in dejection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples from Xia Country were somewhat dazed, finding it hard to believe this truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had always been last, the bottom rankers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even in the previous competitions, no one from their side had managed to break into the top three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this time, not only had they stormed into the top three, but they had also seized first place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was practically an act against the heavens!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone wore faces of joy as they welcomed Lin Xuan down from the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A crowd surrounded him; all around were sounds of cheers and hurrahs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the stands, Elder Song and Elder Gu trembled slightly, their voices quivering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We won, we really won!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We from Xia Country have taken first place!” The joy of victory overwhelmed them,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, for so many years Xia Country had been looked down upon and humiliated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, they had won first place!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From now on, no one could ridicule them, and the disciples of Xia Country could stand tall with pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of this, many disciples of Xia Country looked towards Lin Xuan with eyes full of gratitude.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the competition was not over, as there were still disciples who needed to compete.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, Zi Ye and Yu Fei faced off again, competing for second place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After their exchange, Zi Ye won by a half move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the judge announced Lin Xuan as the champion of the competition, the entire valley echoed with the laughter of the disciples from Xia Country.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples from Rain Country could only helplessly accept this reality, as Yu Fei’s face returned to calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan’s strength was indeed superior to hers, and she had no objections to this fact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the faces of those from the Purple Extreme Demon Palace darkened, Zi Ye’s expression bearing unwillingness and a hint of murderous intent in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At last, the judge sent by the Engraving Alliance began to award the prizes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The top three had the privilege to enter the Engraving Tower, and the first place received an additional Gathering Spirit Pill as a reward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After receiving the Elixir Pills, Lin Xuan took them on the spot, beginning to refine them under the protection of Elder Song and others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This action immediately shattered the last glimmer of hope for the Purple Extreme Demon Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Ye looked at Lin Xuan’s figure with eyes that could almost spit fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His left eye was hazy, a result of his unhealed serious injury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone else also looked on enviously, though they could only watch from a distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One day later, Lin Xuan opened his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A powerful rush of Soul Power spread out, causing the nearby disciples to tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Such a formidable Soul Power, has Lin Xuan made another breakthrough?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone turned their eyes to Lin Xuan, their expressions wavering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Song and Elder Gu too were full of anticipation, recognizing the signature of a Peak Second Grade level—it was indeed the Peak of Second Grade Rune Master degree!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two elders smiled with satisfaction; to have such strength at the age of seventeen was unprecedented and utterly terrifying!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others gasped in shock, looking at Lin Xuan with envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Generally speaking, the time from the early stage to the peak of a Second Grade Rune Master could take decades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet Lin Xuan had achieved it with just one pill, inciting everyone’s jealousy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Engraving Tower will open tomorrow; until then, you should rest well,” said Elder Song.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The past two days of competition had taken a significant toll on both Lin Xuan’s body and spirit, and with his Soul Power having recently surged, he needed to properly consolidate his gains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nodding, Lin Xuan closed his eyes once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A night hurried past.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Lin Xuan opened his eyes again, it was already the next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a day of consolidation, his Soul Power was completely stable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aside from the older generation of elders present, his Soul Power was the strongest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he were to compete with Zi Ye now, he was confident that he could end the battle within three moves using his Soul Power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking a deep breath, Lin Xuan felt a hint of anticipation in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single Gathering Spirit Pill had already brought about a tremendous change in his strength; how much could the Engraving Tower improve him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he followed Elder Song to the northwest corner of the valley, Lin Xuan saw that the other elders of the Spirit Merging Realm were already there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were eight in total, stationed in the eight directions, forming an array.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each launched intricate runes into the void, constantly changing positions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sky thundered, the ground trembled and shook incessantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hazy shadow emerged in front, like the moon in water, very ethereal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After thirty minutes, that shadow gradually became real, and along with it a heart-thumping sensation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hundred-meter-tall Stone Tower appeared before everyone, exuding an ancient and old-world atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You three, come over here!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the elders called out in a low voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At those words, Lin Xuan and the other two quickly approached.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We are about to open the Engraving Tower, go inside and ponder carefully, remember you only have one day.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After one day, you must return to the First Level!” or you will never be able to come out!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan’s heart jumped with surprise as he memorized these key points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rumble—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Stone Gate of the First Level slowly opened; the inside was somewhat dim, and Soul Power could not probe it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan and the others did not hesitate and dashed inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind them, many disciples looked on with envy in their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh whoosh whoosh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three turned into rays of light, entering the Engraving Tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Stone Gate of the First Level slowly closed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I wonder what creation Lin Xuan will be able to obtain inside?” Elder Song had a trace of anticipation in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light dimmed as the Stone Gate closed completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan narrowed his eyes; within, his Soul Power was restricted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With his Peak of Second Grade Spirit Rune Master level, he could only exert the strength of the Third Level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, it wasn’t just him; Zi Ye and Yu Fei were the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This could be seen from the expressions of both of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a cold huff, Zi Ye quickly left the First Level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan did not pay attention to it; the Purple Extreme Demon Palace had entered the Engraving Tower more than once and likely held numerous strategies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin, see you after a day.” Yu Fei whispered from behind, then she left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan’s gaze flickered; he was not in a rush to depart, instead looking around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the light was dim, Lin Xuan could still make out the situation around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Numerous patterns were engraved on the walls, diverse as if they were real.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe, Little Xuanzi, thoroughly perceive this First Layer,” Lord of Wine transmitted with a chuckle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan’s heart stirred upon hearing this: “Lord of Wine, is there something special about this First Layer?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step; the foundation is very important!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan stroked his chin and felt carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting cross-legged, Lin Xuan closed his eyes to contemplate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gradually, he seemed to sense many figures appearing around him, all young disciples practicing basic inscriptions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is…” Lin Xuan’s heart was moved.\u003C\u002Fp>",1354,"2026-06-06T00:46:41.017Z",1,"novelbin.me","42cd064efb418bb8ac52c7a1ec1ec3250090f5fde3d034ed3a526be086b1358c","inverse-sword-mad-god-chapter-244","inverse-sword-mad-god-chapter-242",1795,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Finverse-sword-mad-god-cover.jpg"]