Chapter 1969: Chapter 1969: The Fourth Volume

"The strongest Soul Master?"

Xiao Yi murmured to himself.

He had seen the Emperor Soul Fruit before, though initially failed to recognize it as a Vermilion Fruit.

But he could clearly sense the astonishingly immense and pure Soul Power contained within.

Its density and purity far surpassed the ’Soul Power Origin’ of the Illusion Light Cave Mansion.

It’s not hard to imagine how incredible this Vermilion Fruit is.

For a Soul Master, it is undoubtedly an extraordinary treasure defying the heavens.

If consumed, even a fool could become an unparalleled legendary Soul Master of this generation.

Imagine if a Heavenly Talent were to consume it.

As for the God-Slaying Sword, previously Xiao Yi didn’t know it was the sword of the first generation Soul Emperor. He just felt it had no combat use but possessed special abilities.

Now that he understands, he naturally realizes what an extraordinary sword it is.

The mere ability to counteract Soul Power is enough for the sword bearer to be invincible against all Soul Masters.

In other words, holding this sword, when facing a Soul Master, it doesn’t matter if you are a Soul Master or not, it ensures your undefeated position.

Thus, Xiao Yi was willing to make this transaction.

Firstly, as the Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master previously mentioned, ’Soul Pills’ are sufficient when used appropriately; too many are useless.

A Martial Artist should seek what suits them best.

Although the effect of the God-Slaying Sword is extraordinary,

In his hands, it only served to suppress Soul Masters, which is quite limited.

Secondly, this sword indeed carried significant implications.

In the hands of a Martial Artist of his level, it might not appear problematic.

In fact, the cultivation and strength of the Soul Hall Master are unfathomable.

In the previous battle, Xiao Yi was sure that he had merely caught the Soul Hall Master off guard.

If the Soul Hall Master had been prepared, or if they fought again now, even if he wielded the God-Slaying Sword, he wouldn’t be able to move a finger.

If the Soul Hall Master wished, Xiao Yi’s hand might not even manage a slight movement, let alone grip the sword.

But, what if this sword fell into the hands of other powers?

Into the hands of those hidden sinister forces and formidable experts in the dark corners of this Central Region?

Then, the consequences could be dire.

This sword alone might be enough to overturn the entire Soul Hall and even bring about its destruction.

With one of the Eight Palaces’ foundations disrupted, it would lead to disaster.

Therefore, Xiao Yi preferred to hand over the sword.

After all, if he held onto this hot potato and outsiders found out, he would surely face endless pursuits from various forces and those with intentions in the future.

Moreover, since there was a remnant of the first generation Soul Emperor in the Heavenly Soul Ancient Land, returning the God-Slaying Sword seemed logical.

Unexpectedly, the God-Slaying Sword followed him ’out’ again.

Currently, Xiao Yi didn’t know what to do.

The matter of the God-Slaying Sword, he could only set aside for now.

But the terms ’Soul Emperor’, ’Crown’, these titles, Xiao Yi remembered hearing multiple times.

Yet, what do they actually mean?

Xiao Yi looked at the Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master with confusion.

The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master replied, "Crown naturally refers to Soul... it’s just the honorific title for that Crown."

"Honorific? The Crown is the Soul Emperor?" Xiao Yi asked.

The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master nodded.

"Why is it an honorific?" Xiao Yi continued to question in confusion.

The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master shrugged, "Because the term Soul... those two words shouldn’t be spoken lightly."

"It’s one of the Heaven and Earth Rules."

"Saying it invites heavenly punishment."

"Heavenly punishment?" Xiao Yi was momentarily stunned.

"In any case, it’s one of the Heaven and Earth Rules," the Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master replied.

"Right now, you haven’t reached Legend, so it’s useless to say more."

"Currently, even if you keep mentioning those two words, nothing will happen."

"But in the future, when you reach Legend and master myriad paths, your perception of this world will deepen, and that feeling will become extremely intense."

"Even if I don’t tell you, by then, you’ll understand on your own."

Xiao Yi nodded.

"Alright, enough talk," the Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master said with a deep voice.

At his fingertips, a light sphere condensed and was implanted into Xiao Yi’s forehead.

"Go into seclusion first and comprehend this formation knowledge."

"Once you’re out, enter the Inheritance Land of our Heavenly Mechanism Hall."

"First, to go in and understand the inheritance; secondly, to lay low for a while."

"Lay low?" Xiao Yi raised his eyebrows.

"What else?" The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master gave him a stern look.

"I have a feeling that Old Man Soul won’t give up easily."

"The God-Slaying Sword was initially your traded item with him."

"Now, look what happened. You’ve exhausted much of the power within the Soul Calamity Secret Realm and swept through almost all the Soul Hall inheritance within the Heavenly Soul Ancient Land, rendering it useless for a hundred years."

"If the trade were completed, that would be best."

"Old Man Soul, because of his favored successor, was willing to pay these costs."

"But now, the God-Slaying Sword followed you out, destroying his hopes."

"Furthermore, he lost two powerful treasure lands due to your intrusion."

"If this old man truly can’t accept it, he will come seeking trouble."

"Uh, this..." Xiao Yi was somewhat embarrassed.

The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master said with a deep voice, "That’s why you should lay low for now. If there’s trouble, I’ll handle it."

"Alright, let’s go to the seclusion room."

Xiao Yi nodded.

...

In the seclusion room of the Heavenly Mechanism Palace Main Hall.

Sitting cross-legged, Xiao Yi focused on the formation knowledge in his mind.

After a while, Xiao Yi’s eyes sparkled with joy.

This formation knowledge was evidently of a very high level.

He had just begun to comprehend it, and the formations that appeared were at least Legend-level, without a single Supreme Formation.

It is not hard to imagine that this formation knowledge must be of an extremely high level.

"There’s still two and a half months left," Xiao Yi squinted his eyes.

The three-year agreement didn’t have much time remaining.

The formation path will undoubtedly be a major support for him.

Formations have always been able to achieve what seems impossible, transforming the impossible into possible.

By borrowing Heaven and Earth Power, the mysteriousness of formations allows a martial artist to exert power far beyond their own ability.

Now, he felt more confident.

...

A day later.

Xiao Yi walked out of the seclusion room slowly.

As soon as he stepped out, the Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master appeared beside him in a flash.

"Kid, out of seclusion so soon?"

"Were there any unclear points?"

"But it’s normal; that’s the fourth of my skills, so doubts are expected."

"Um." Xiao Yi paused and said, "I’ve comprehended it."

The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master obviously didn’t know when he would come out of seclusion.

And now, as soon as he was out, the Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master appeared immediately.

Undoubtedly, the Hall Master’s perception was continuously covering the seclusion room, constantly monitoring it.

And obviously, the Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master was prepared to remain vigilant and attentive, waiting for Xiao Yi to emerge from seclusion.

"Thank you, Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master," Xiao Yi offered his gratitude.

The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master didn’t have time to acknowledge Xiao Yi’s thanks but instead widened his eyes, "Com...comprehended it..."

"You you you...are you fooling this old man?"

Xiao Yi smiled and was about to say something.

In front, a figure appeared out of thin air.

The figure, clad in white, was an elder with a calm expression.

It was indeed the Soul Hall Master.

"Old Man Soul?" The Heavenly Mechanism Hall Master narrowed his eyes.

He had expected the Soul Hall Master to return, but not this quickly.

At this moment, the Soul Hall Master’s gaze was fixed intently on Xiao Yi.

At the same time.

Whoosh...another figure appeared out of thin air.

It was also an elder, but wearing the robes of the Black Demon Hall.

However, the gaze from the elder’s eyes was unfriendly and icy.

"Are you Xiao Xun?"

...

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