Chapter 86: Martial Dao Heavenly Eye

Not far away.

Yuan Yang saw Chen Hang suddenly stop in place, his expression shifting several times, and could not help but show hesitation; he halted his steps as well.

“Kill these Blood Lotus Sect disciples? It could be tried, but…”

And after hearing the voice in his mind.

Chen Hang deliberately fell silent for a moment, then slowly spoke:

Though this humble disciple is not afraid of such demonic cultivators, after leaving Fuyu Lake, unforeseen troubles are inevitable—what is your esteemed Lord’s advice?

Seeing that after much earnest persuasion, this man had finally been moved, and his words carried clear confidence, he realized his earlier gift of the elixir had not been misplaced.

Lord Huaiwu internally sneered slightly.

He continued to send a mental message to Chen Hang, speaking warmly and amiably:

“Young Daoist, do not fret—I am at least a Lianshi of Dongxuan Realm, and have old ties with Wang True Person of Wu Guang Sect. If you truly can slay all these Blood Lotus Sect cultivators who disregard my rules, you are truly a prodigy of heaven! Among millions of scattered cultivators in the Southern Region, only Yan Xi True Person rivals you!”

Not only will this old man bow to you in reverence, but even Lianshi from great sects like Wu Guang Sect will recognize your brilliant future! If fortune favors you, perhaps you may even be granted an exception to join Wu Guang Sect and cultivate the Dao!”

Lord Huaiwu’s words carried unmistakable seduction.

After speaking further for a while.

Seeing Chen Hang seemed genuinely swayed, he finally smiled and took his leave.

Yuan Yangsheng, who had waited a long time, could no longer contain his curiosity; just as he was about to ask, a voice suddenly entered his mind.

After carefully listening to it, Yuan Yangsheng’s expression turned utterly peculiar.

“That…”

He hesitated, scratched his head, and said:

“Brother Chen, did you hear the same thing? Just like me?”

Lord Huaiwu’s words clearly implied they should eliminate those Blood Lotus Sect cultivators who violated his rules.

Upon success,

In addition to the original rewards for the top three, there would be an extra generous compensation as a reward for merit.

To avoid the Blood Lotus Sect’s retribution afterward, Lord Huaiwu even spoke with utmost sincerity, nearly swearing an oath that all responsibility would fall solely on him and no one else would be implicated…

Yuan Yangsheng found himself faintly tempted.

Though his nature was bold and he disliked thinking things through, he still possessed a brain, and did not rush to agree immediately, instead stalling for time.

“What compensation did Lord Huaiwu offer you?”

Chen Hang asked.

“Two portions of Shouhuo Sha—Earth Sha of the Xun Four level… Lord Huaiwu is truly a senior among Immortal Daoists, a man of vision! He actually recognized I’m a Martial Dao cultivator following the Gangsha path—remarkable indeed!”

Yuan Yangsheng had no suspicion.

He simply replied honestly, grinning with a mouth full of white teeth, squinting:

“He clearly saw my exceptional talent—I’m about to absorb Earth Sha into my body and soon forge Sha Qi! He has truly keen eyes!”

The Gangsha Martial Dao of Jiao Jie Tian places utmost importance on the words “Gang” and “Sha.”

Nourishing blood, strengthening qi, refining tendons, replacing bones, transforming marrow, then absorbing Earth Sha, condensing Heavenly Gang—until finally subduing the Heart of Creation and achieving the status of Martial Dao Sovereign.

In the step of absorbing Earth Sha, one must first locate a type of Earth Sha Qi, then use Martial Dao secret methods to refine it into the body, slowly integrating it into the meridians and blood until the five viscera resonate, the mysterious root transforms, and Martial Dao Sha Qi is forged!

Earth Sha Qi, like true qi, has levels of superiority and rank.

The higher the rank of Earth Sha Qi, the more brutal and fierce the resulting Martial Dao Sha Qi becomes; when unleashed, it causes beasts to bow and armies to retreat!

Low-rank Earth Sha Qi produces Martial Dao Sha Qi that is mostly unsatisfactory, with feeble power… even some powerful Martial Dao techniques cannot be performed due to its inherent limitations.

Even if mastered thoroughly, one cannot wield even a fraction of its power—only sigh helplessly…

Forging Martial Dao Sha Qi is a major milestone, comparable to achieving the True Qi realm in orthodox Immortal Dao—both lay the foundation of the Dao path and profoundly affect all future progress!

The rank of Earth Sha Qi is determined by the sequence of the Later Heaven Bagua.

They are:

Kan One, Kun Two, Zhen Three, Xun Four, Five as the Central Palace, Qian Six, Dui Seven, Gen Eight, Li Nine.

“Kan One” is the highest, “Li Nine” the lowest.

The two portions of Shouhuo Sha Lord Huaiwu promised Yuan Yangsheng are Xun Four-level Earth Sha Qi—mid-tier rank.

From this alone,

One can see his sincerity…

After hearing Yuan Yangsheng’s words, Chen Hang’s eyes flickered slightly, then nodded.

Xu Du Tian is currently the dominant Immortal Dao, one Dao suppressing all others, forcing them to retreat and resist not…

For instance, Earth Sha Qi, in worlds like Jiao Jie Tian or Zhenwu Tian where Martial Dao prevails, is an absolute celestial marvel, a treasure of the Dao!

But since Martial Dao cultivators in Xu Du Tian are exceedingly rare—almost negligible—Earth Sha Qi, though precious, is not particularly extraordinary.

Aside from a few divine techniques and elixirs requiring Earth Sha Qi as a catalyst, few other uses exist.

In a Martial Dao world, even a Martial Dao Great Master who has achieved True Form or reached the Water-Fire Forging realm would fight over Xun Four-level Shouhuo Sha!

Yet in Xu Du Tian, where Immortal Dao reigns supreme, even Lord Huaiwu, with his Dongxuan cultivation, clearly possesses more than one portion…

“Xun Four-level Shouhuo Sha is indeed a rare treasure, perfectly suited for him—no wonder Yuan Yangsheng is tempted.”

Chen Hang thought to himself:

“But I wonder if he’s truly been persuaded? Lord Huaiwu’s gifts often conceal malice. It seems the Heavenly Demon’s goal of turning mortals into demonic followers is not limited to orthodox Immortal Dao cultivators—heroes of all paths are targets.”

As Chen Hang’s thoughts turned, Yuan Yangsheng, unable to contain his curiosity, stepped forward and asked:

“Brother Chen, Lord Huaiwu promised me Shouhuo Sha—what rare treasure did he promise you? Perhaps some talisman coins from Wu Guang Sect?”

“A Beidou Talisman produced by Wu Guang Sect. Once activated, it can kill a Purple Mansion cultivator.”

“A talisman? I thought it was talisman coins!”

Yuan Yangsheng muttered, then grinned and leaned closer:

“But Brother Chen, what’s your decision? If we eliminate those Blood Lotus Sect members, I get Shouhuo Sha, you gain another protective talisman, plus Lord Huaiwu’s own essence and the original top-three rewards…”

To be honest, this is a massive profit! I never dared dream of such a windfall!”

“You dare defy the Blood Lotus Sect?”

“What’s there to fear? Whoever blocks my Martial Dao path—even the Heavenly King himself—I’ll knock his teeth out! Let alone some mere Blood Lotus Sect!”

“If I’m not mistaken, this is a clash between Wu Guang Sect and the Flower Goddess Mansion—they deliberately unleashed the Blood Lotus Sect to chastise Lord Huaiwu, and this old man, resentful but unable to find someone to act, has turned to us to sabotage their scheme and vent his anger.”

Chen Hang transmitted softly: “Regardless of the Blood Lotus Sect, are you not afraid of provoking the Flower Goddess Mansion?”

“This is petty squabbling—how could it be called provocation? Whether it’s you, me, Lord Huaiwu, or the Blood Lotus Sect, to a force like the Flower Goddess Mansion, we’re all insects and ants. Even if we fight to the death, it’s just entertainment for them.”

Yuan Yangsheng laughed heartily, unconcerned.

“You’re bold indeed.”

Chen Hang was not surprised by this reply; he merely glanced at him.

After their earlier clash and killing two Blood Lotus Sect disciples, Chen Hang had not continued to attack Yuan Yangsheng.

First, he was wary of his unknown Martial Dao Heavenly Eye and other abilities.

Second, though Fu Can Ancestor spoke vaguely, his words subtly hinted at something off, so Chen Hang had suppressed his killing intent.

Afterward, Zhou Tong of Baihe Cave and Yuan Yangsheng’s companion quickly left Huaiwu Cave, leaving only Yuan Yangsheng, who, as if they’d become friends through combat, cheerfully walked alongside Chen Hang.

Since he was a Martial Dao cultivator, he always charged first in battle, absorbing the enemy’s initial strikes.

Having such a bodyguard was a great convenience for Chen Hang—he had no objection.

Together, they killed the beasts and birds in Huaiwu Cave far more efficiently, yet inevitably encountered several groups of Blood Lotus Sect cultivators.

Countless cultivators who came here for trials were driven off or slain, their actions brazen.

A few days ago, it was tolerable.

But this time, the newly encountered Foundation Establishment cultivator with purple eyes, who practiced the Spirit Eye technique, glanced once and saw through Chen Hang’s disguise; without a word, she moved to capture him as a concubine.

After killing her, not long after, Dong Shao arrived…

“You have a point,” Chen Hang said.

“So, Brother Chen—will you do it or not?”

Yuan Yangsheng rubbed his hands together.

“We’re already enemies of the Blood Lotus Sect; after leaving, we can’t escape their wrath. Better to kill them all here until they’re terrified!”

Chen Hang suddenly laughed aloud, his voice shaking the four directions, his eyes flashing with cold lightning:

“Today you treat me as if I’m nothing—now, after the tide has turned, do you still see me as your plaything?!”

His words carried a palpable aura of murderous intent; even Yuan Yangsheng, who had been overjoyed, felt his heart tighten and involuntarily drew back his neck.

Inside the Qian Kun bag,

Fu Can Ancestor burped, lazily rolled over, and shook his head.

“Why does this kid react so strongly to the word ‘concubine’? Did he really serve as one before?”

He found it amusing, pondered again, and thought inwardly:

“These past days, my old eyes can’t detect any deep attachment to romantic love. As for Wei Lingjiang, his good senior sister, he likely only feels gratitude and respect? That must be it!

At his current realm, he’s already uninterested in romance?! If Wei Lingjiang doesn’t act soon, keeps being coy and indirect, she’s throwing her charms at a blind man—once Chen Hang repays his debt, they’ll be even and done!”

As Fu Can Ancestor thought this, a sense of frustration welled up—he deeply felt Wei Lingjiang understood nothing, wishing he could personally step in to teach her how to properly seduce!

While Fu Can Ancestor sighed inwardly,

Chen Hang spoke again:

“But eliminating the Blood Lotus Sect members alone is difficult—I hope Brother Yuan can lend me a hand.”

“Of course! Of course! I wanted the Shouhuo Sha anyway—those Blood Lotus Sect cultivators deserve to die!”

Yuan Yangyang slapped his chest and boomed cheerfully:

“Brother Chen! Don’t worry—we’ve taken to each other at first sight, and fighting made us friends. Your matter is my matter! If my elder brother Chen Xuanwu weren’t away, I’d already be chopping a rooster’s head, drinking yellow wine, and swearing brotherhood with you!”

At this, he hesitated slightly, then finally spoke:

“Actually, my Martial Dao Heavenly Eye has manifested a divine gift. If wielded properly, and with your aid from the side, even a Foundation Establishment second-layer cultivator could be matched.”

Yuan Yangyang then quietly passed along more words.

Upon hearing them, even Chen Hang, with his unshakable composure, was startled.

“At such a low Martial Dao realm, you’ve already manifested such a divine ability? This is the so-called Martial Dao Heavenly Eye?”

He was inwardly astonished.

“My elder brother told me the Martial Dao Heavenly Eye is the supreme technique in Martial Dao—not only can it pierce through all illusions, but the divine gifts it spawns are also immensely powerful!”

Seeing Chen Hang’s slight shock, Yuan Yangyang grew even more triumphant, hands on hips, laughing loudly:

“My elder brother also told me the Martial Dao Heavenly Eye has nothing to do with cultivation level. I’m a natural genius—I opened it while still in the Blood Nourishment stage! Yet even the greatest Martial Dao masters who’ve already carved the Human Divine Wheel and reached the Great Treasury realm may never even glimpse its edge!”

It’s precisely because I have the Martial Dao Heavenly Eye that my elder brother believes that, should I attain Dao, I might have a chance or two to help him overthrow his old man! How’s that? Am I not extraordinary?”

With that, he threw back his head and roared with laughter, utterly unashamed in his arrogance.

“Since you have such a divine ability, why not pick a different target?”

Chen Hang said.

“Who?”

“First kill Qin Xian, the Foundation Establishment second-layer. A snake cannot move without a head; a bird cannot fly without wings.”

Chen Hang spoke gravely: “Kill him, and you shatter half the morale of the Blood Lotus Sect’s cultivators.”

Yuan Yangyang pondered for a long while, then nodded in agreement.

The two discussed a few more oversights, then left the spot.

Just a few minutes after they departed, another swift, blood-stained, several-zhang-long aura shot toward them.

Inside the aura stood a Foundation Establishment cultivator with hawk-like eyes, a long nose, and sunken sockets. He halted his aura, first frowning with suspicion, then swept spiritual light across his nose and sniffed deeply—his face turned ashen.

“This isn’t Dong Shao’s scent? It’s exactly this—I’ve stolen many of his undergarments, still keep them hidden in my sleeve pouch—this is the smell!”

He stood frozen, utterly at a loss, his face filled with profound grief.

“Damn it! Dong Shao must be dead—and that Liu sister who cultivated the Spiritual Eyes technique? Probably dead too! Hah! What a pair of doomed lovers, hahahaha! Died so quickly?”

“But I hadn’t even confessed my feelings! How dare you die, Dong Shao?!”

After weeping for a while, he violently forced a mouthful of blood from his chest; the blood instantly transformed into a crimson swallow, fluttering gracefully into the distant sky.

Half an hour later.

On the high platform.

Qin Xian, who had been feigning sleep with closed eyes, suddenly opened them, reached out, and snatched the crimson swallow from nearby, crushing it in his palm.

“Interesting.”

After a long silence, Qin Xian sneered and flicked the blood from his hand:

“I’m a Foundation Establishment second-layer cultivator. Who dares to be so reckless? Who dares to provoke me, Qin Xian?!”